e.Replace the brushes in the same orientation as before. The small tab on the side of each holder should point toward the motor and the brush should rub against the rotor.

f.Keep in mind that new brushes may spark or cause the motor to operate noisily initially. This is normal and does not indicate a problem.

Maintenance Chart

Maintenance Type

Before

After

Weekly

Monthly

Every 6

Yearly

Use

Use

Months

Inspect tool for damage

X

 

 

 

 

 

(see #2, above)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Wipe off with clean, moist

 

X

X

X

X

X

cloth

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Knife maintenance

 

 

 

X

X

X

(see page 9)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Brush inspection/replacement

 

 

 

 

X

X

(see #2, above)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Belt inspection/replacement

 

 

 

 

 

X

(technician only)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Troubleshooting

Problem

 

Possible Causes

 

Probable Solutions

 

 

 

 

 

Tool will not start

1.

No power at outlet.

1.

Check power at outlet.

 

2.

Cord not connected.

2.

Check that cord is plugged in.

Motor runs but knife

Broken Belt (5).

A qualified technician should replace.

does not spin

 

 

 

 

Planer loses power or

Carbon Brushes dirty or need

Clean or replace brushes - see

stops during operation.

replacement.

Inspection, Maintenance, and Cleaning

 

 

 

number 3.

Workpiece has rough

1.

Planer depth too great.

1.

Shallower planing depths create

or uneven finish.

2.

Uneven, dull, or damaged knive(s).

 

smoother finishes.

 

 

 

 

 

 

2.

Inspect/replace knives - see page 9.

PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY

The manufacturer and/or distributor has provided the parts list and assem- bly diagram in this manual as a reference tool only. Neither the manufacturer or distributor makes any representation or warranty of any kind to the buyer that he or she is qualified to make any repairs to the product, or that he or she is qualified to replace any parts of the product. In fact, the manufacturer and/or distributor expressly states that all repairs and parts replacements should be undertaken by certified and licensed technicians, and not by the buyer. The buyer assumes all risk and liability arising out of his or her repairs to the original product or replacement parts thereto, or arising out of his or her installation of replacement parts thereto.

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