DeWalt DW733 - Operational Procedures and Blade Management; Depth Adjustment System Usage; Fine Adjustment for Cutting Depth; Using the Depth Stop for Repetitive Cuts

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To Attach the Depth Adjustment Handle (Fig.D1)
1. Insert the depth adjustment handle
3
over theshaft.
2. Secure the depth adjustment handle in place with the screw and hex keyprovided.
Depth Adjustment (Fig.A2, D1–D4)
Your DW733 is equipped with a high precision depth adjustment system including a depth
adjustment scale
8
(Fig.D3), a material removal scale
9
(Fig.D4), a fine adjuster and a depth
stop
15
(Fig.A2).
1. Unlock the head lock lever
2
(Fig.D3) by pulling itup.
2. To attach the depth adjustment handle 
3
(Fig.D1). One turn corresponds to a change in
cutting depth of approx. 1.5mm.
- Turn clockwise to decrease the cuttingdepth.
- Turn counterclockwise to increase the cutting depth (Fig.D2).
- Observe the setting of the cutting depth and cutting width shown in Fig.G.
3. Read the finished thickness of your workpiece on the depth adjustment scale
8
(Fig.D3).
4. Make sure the material is under the material removal gauge
21
. Read the amount of
wood being removed on the material removal scale
9
(Fig.D4).
5. Lock the head lock lever
2
(Fig.D3).
Fine Adjustment (Fig.D2)
Fine adjustments are ideal for shaving small amounts from planed material. For example, if
your planed workpiece is 77.5 mm and should be 76.0 mm, proceed as follows:
1. Turn the circular label
22
until the 0mark aligns with the arrow
23
. Do not make any
otheradjustments.
2. Turn the depth adjustment handle
3
clockwise until the 1.5 mm mark aligns with
thearrow.
3. Plane your workpiece. The final thickness is now 76.0mm.
Depth Stop (Fig.A2, D3, D5)
The depth stop
15
(Fig.A2) can be used for repetitive planing of preset depths. Stops are set
at 0, 6, 12and 19mm.
Use the 0mm stop for cutting depths between 3.2 and 6mm.
1. Turn the depth stop until the desired measurement isindicated.
2. Unlock the head lock lever
2
(Fig.D3) and turn the depth adjustment handle clockwise
until it contacts the depth stop. Do not turn the handle anyfurther.
Use the 19mm stop for other thicknesses.This will not affect the other
depth stopsettings.
1. Unlock the head lock lever
2
and turn the depth adjustment handle
3
counterclockwise
to raise the headfully.
2. Loosen the nut
24
and adjust the depth adjustment bolt
25
as required (Fig.D5).
3. Turn the depth adjustment handle until it contacts the depth stop. Do not turn the handle
anyfurther.
4. Plane your workpiece and check its thickness. Make additional adjustments ifrequired.
Calibrating the Depth Adjustment Scale (Fig.D3)
The depth adjustment scale
8
is factory set. In the case of extended use, it is recommended to
check the scale foraccuracy.
Plane a piece of wood, noting the measurement on the depth adjustment scale
8
.
If adjustment is required, proceed as follows:
1. Loosen the screws
34
.
2. Adjust the indicator
35
until its reading matches the finished thickness of theworkpiece.
3. Firmly tighten the screws
34
.
Consult your dealer for further information on the appropriate accessories. These include spare
blades (1004540‑00).
Changing Blades (Fig.A1, A2, E1–E5)

WARNING: use only cutting blades designed for thismachine.

WARNING: Wear gloves when changing blades because of sharpedges.
Your DW733 is equipped with a cutterhead which holds twoblades. For new blades contact
DeWALT
or an authorised serviceorganisation.
WARNING: Sharpedges.
WARNING: The blades can be re-sharpenedmax. 3mm down from their original size.
If the blade size has decreased by more than 3mm, the blades have to be replaced. The
blades can be re-sharpened at 42°.
Removing the Blades (Fig.A1, A2, E1–E4)
1. Unlock the head lock lever
2
(Fig.A1).
2. Adjust the depth of cut to approx. 75mm.
3. Loosen the three screws
41
, then rotate and remove the dust extraction adaptor
14
(Fig.A2).
4. Remove the two hex screws
26
(Fig.E1) and carefully remove the tool tray
13
(Fig.A2) to
expose theblades.
5. Carefully rotate the cutterhead
31
(Fig.E4) until the first blade becomesvisible.
6. Lock the head lock lever
2
(Fig.A1).
7. Loosen the seven blade clamping screws (
27
,
29
) (Fig.E2) using the wrenchsupplied.
8. Remove the blade from the cutterhead for re‑sharpening orreplacement.
9. Press the cutterhead locking lever
30
(Fig.E3) and slowly rotate the cutterhead until the
other blade can beremoved.
Replacing the Blades (Fig.E2–E5)

WARNING: Make sure that the cutting blades are properly adjusted. Do not allow the
blades to protrude from the cutterhead by more than 1.1mm.
NOTE: Before installing the knife, ensure the cutterhead and knife are free of debris; clean
ifneeded.
1. Position the cutterhead
31
as shown in FigureE4.
2. Place the blade in the cutterhead and ensure that the head of the height adjustment
screw
28
(Fig.E4) locates into the bladeslot.
3. Loosen the seven screws (
27
,
29
) (Fig.E2) on the blade clamp against the blade a little
bit to allow the blade to be adjusted forheight.
4. Place the gauge
33
(Fig.E4) on the cutterhead as close as possible to the height
adjustment screw
28
while still allowing movement of the hexkey.
5. Turn one height adjustment screw
28
with the hex key until the blade tip touches the
gauge
33
(Fig.E5). Repeat the procedure with the other height adjustment screw. Check
to ensure the blade height is even. Repeat this procedure ifneeded.
6. Tighten the two end clamping screws
29
(Fig.E2) to 8.0Nm.
7. Remove the gauge and tighten the five middle clamping screws
27
(Fig.E2) to 8.0Nm.
8. Press the cutterhead locking lever
30
(Fig.E3) and slowly rotate the cutterhead until the
other blade can be replaced following the aboveprocedure.
OPERATION
Instructions for Use

WARNING: Always observe the safety instructions and applicableregulations.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, turn tool off and
disconnect tool from power source before making any adjustments or removing/
installing attachments or accessories. An accidental start-up can causeinjury.

WARNING: Make sure there is sufficient space for the workpiece at the outfeedside.
The attention of UK users is drawn to the “woodworking machines regulations 1974” and any
subsequentamendments.
Ensure the machine is placed to satisfy your ergonomic conditions in terms of table height
and stability. The machine site shall be chosen so that the operator has a good overview and
enough free surrounding space around the machine that allows handling of the workpiece
without anyrestrictions.
The workpiece may only be inserted into the machine from the side on which the circuit
breaker is located. Note the arrow on the top of thedevice.
To reduce effects of vibration make sure the ambient temperature is not too cold, the machine
and accessories are well maintained and the workpiece size is suitable for thismachine.
Switching On and Off (Fig.F1, F2)
The On/Off switch of your DW733 is equipped with a circuit breaker. In case of motor overload,
the power supply to the motor will be cut off. If this happens, turn the machine off and press
the reset button
36
(Fig.F1).
• The workpiece should not be in contact with the cutterhead when switchingon.
To turn on, press the green start button of the switch 
1
(Fig.F2). The tool now works in
continuousoperation.
• Allow the motor to reach full speed before feeding theworkpiece.
• Allow the blades to cut freely. Do notforce.
To switch off, press the red stop button of the switch 
1
.

WARNING: Always turn off the tool when work is finished and beforeunplugging.
Planing (Fig.G)

WARNING:
• Remove all foreign objects. Do not plane wood with loose knots. Do not plane wood
that is severely knotted orwarped.
• Your DW733 works best with at least one flatsurface.
• For optimal results, plane both sides of your workpiece to reach the desiredthickness.
2.5
0.8
0
20 50 100 150 200
250
300
Follow the depth of cut and width guidelines shown in the table below
Width of stock (mm)
Softwood
Depth of cut (mm)
1.6
Hardwood