SECTION 4: ASSEMBLY
Chip Deflector
For your safety and proper machine operation, ensure that the chip deflector is secured before use. The chip deflector directs wood chips away from the cutterhead during operation and covers the cutterhead and feed rollers for operator safe- ty. To secure the chip deflector:
1.Align the chip deflector with the two bolts mounted at the exit side of the planer.
2.Set chip deflector in place and use two wing
nuts and washers to secure in place. See | Figure 3. Mounting handle. | ||
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Mounting Studs
Figure 2. Chip deflector mounting studs.
Handle Assembly
Attach the handle assembly to the shaft protrud- ing out of the top of the planer. Align the flat inside the handle bore with the flat on the shaft. Insert the
Mounting to Bench
The planer can be directly mounted to a bench or table top, or to a Shop Fox® Deluxe Tool Table for increased stability during planing. Use the mount- ing holes shown in Figure 4, using the appropri- ate fasteners.
Mounting Holes
Figure 4. Mounting hole location.
G8794 121⁄2" Portable Planer |
