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After Installing New Knives
1. Insert the round end of the dust shroud into the fan housing
and rotate it down to lock it intoplace.
2. Place the three wing nuts back into theshroud.
3. Screw the top cover of the planer back onto theunit.
NOTE: The planer will not operate if the top cover is not
placedcorrectly.
Brush Change (Fig. S, T)
Your planer is equipped with brush caps
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that are external
to the motor. If your brushes need to be replaced, begin by
acquiring a new set from a DeWALT service center or a dealer
authorized to service DeWALT products. Use only identical
DeWALTbrushes.
To Replace the Brushes on Your Planer (Fig.S, T)
1. Use the T-wrench to remove the top cover and brush cover
screen on theplaner.
2. Use a flathead screwdriver to unscrew the brush cap located
in the right, rear of the unit
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.
3. Do the same for the brush cap located on the side of the
motor, inside the planercover.
4. Place the new brushes into the brushholders.
5. After installing the brushes, replace the top cover and brush
coverscreen.
6. Before using the planer, run the unit for 10 minutes to seat
newbrushes.
NOTE: If existing brushes do not need replacing, be sure to
maintain the same orientation when you reinstallthem.
Calibrating the Depth Adjustment Scale
(Fig. U)
The depth adjustment scale
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on your planer is set at the
factory. However, with extended use, the depth adjustment
scale could show an incorrectmeasurement.
To check the depth adjustment scale, plane a piece of scrap
wood, noting the measurement on the depth adjustmentscale.
Measure the finished thickness of the workpiece. If the
thickness of the workpiece does not match the reading on
the depth adjustment scale, loosen the two screws
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on the
red indicator. Adjust the pointer up or down until its reading
matches the finished thickness of the workpiece. Securely
re-tighten thescrews.
Base Maintenance
Keep the table clean and free from oil, grease, and pitch. Treat
the table with paste wax to help maintain its smoothfinish.
Circuit Breaker Reset Button (Fig. V)
Your planer is equipped with an 9 amp
circuit breaker. If your planer becomes overloaded and stops
operating, turn off the planer, let the unit sit for 2 minutes and
press the reset button
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before you resumeworking.
WARNING: The workpiece should not be in contact with
the cutterhead when switching on.
NOTE: Circuit breaker overload is often the result of dull knives.
Change your knives on a regular basis to avoid tripping your
breaker. Check your knives before re-setting the circuit breaker
and continuing toplane.
See the Troubleshooting Guide for additional information on
circuit breakertrips.
Replacing the Drive Belt
Drive belts are available at extra cost at DeWALT authorized
service centers. Replacement of the drive belt should be
performed by qualified servicepersonnel.
Chip Ejection Fan (Fig. N, O, W)
The chip ejection fan on your planer should be cleaned or
cleared of debrisperiodically.
WARNING: Turn off and unplug the planer prior to
accessing the chip ejectionfan.
To Access the Fan
1. Remove the top cover of the planer with the T-wrench.
2. Remove the dust shroud (Fig.N, O) and place itaside.
3. Remove the screws and clips around the fanhousing.
4. Remove the fan housing and place it aside as shown. The
fan will now be exposed forcleaning.
See the Troubleshooting Guide for additionalinformation.
WARNING: Be sure to properly attach the fan housing
and assemble the shroud and top cover correctly before
using your planeragain.
Cleaning
WARNING: Blow dirt and dust out of all air vents with
clean, dry air at least once a week. To minimize the risk
of eye injury, always wear ANSI Z87.1 approved eye
protection when performingthisprocedure.
WARNING: Never use solvents or other harsh chemicals
for cleaning the non-metallic parts of the tool. These
chemicals may weaken the plastic materials used in
these parts. Use a cloth dampened only with water and
mild soap. Never let any liquid get inside the tool; never
immerse any part of the tool into aliquid.
It is recommended that, once a year, you take or send the tool
to a DeWALT certified service center for a thorough cleaning,
inspection and lubrication of the gearcase.
Accessories
WARNING: Since accessories, other than those offered
by DeWALT, have not been tested with this product, use
of such accessories with this tool could be hazardous.
To reduce the risk of injury, only DeWALT recommended
accessories should be used with thisproduct.
Recommended accessories for use with your tool are available
at extra cost from your local dealer or authorized service center.
If you need assistance in locating any accessory, please contact
Stanley Black & Decker, 810 Whitehorse Rd., Box Hill VIC 3128,
Australia or call 1800 338 002 (Aust) or (NZ) 0800 339 258.
Four accessories are available for the DW735 ThicknessPlaner.