ELECTRICAL & ADJUSTMENTS
Electrical
The Model H3141 draws approximately 6 amps when operating at 110 volts. Be sure your power source is 110 volts and capa- ble of handling a 6 amp current. The plug on the Model H3141 is a 2 prong double insulated style and should only be plugged into a grounded power outlet. If you are unsure about your electrical system, con- tact a qualified electrician.
Unplug the planer from the power source before performing any adjust- ments or maintenance. Failure to fol- low this warning could result in seri- ous personal injury.
Dust Bag
A dust collection bag is included with the H3141 Planer. A significant amount of shavings can be expelled from the planer during operation. Attaching the dust bag will reduce the amount of
Depth Of Cut
The depth of cut is adjustable. To increase the depth of cut turn the depth control knob (Figure 4) clockwise. To decrease the depth of cut turn the depth control knob counterclockwise.
Figure 4. Depth control knob.
H3141 Heavy-Duty Planer
Width Of Cut
The width of cut is adjustable. The width of cut can be set using the included fence shown in Figure 5. Use the threaded knob to secure the fence bracket to the side of the planer. Loosen the wing nut and slide the fence back and forth. Use the scale on the fence bracket to set the desired width of cut.
Figure 5. Fence assembly.
Depth Stop
The final cut depth on rabbeting operations can be set using the adjustable depth stop shown in Figure 6. Loosen the lock lever and slide the depth stop to the desired final depth on the scale.
