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Learn tool applications, limitations, and potential hazards.
Ensure guards are in place and in working order.
Remove tools before turning the machine on.
Maintain a clean work area to prevent accidents.
Avoid damp/wet locations and ensure good lighting.
Keep children at a safe distance from the work area.
Secure workshop with locks or by removing starter keys.
Use the tool within its design limits for better performance.
Use the correct tool for the job it was designed for.
Wear appropriate clothing to avoid entanglement with moving parts.
Wear safety glasses to protect eyes from flying debris.
Use clamps or vise to secure workpiece for safer operation.
Maintain proper footing and balance during operation.
Keep tools sharp, clean, and lubricated for safe performance.
Unplug tool before servicing or changing accessories.
Ensure switch is off before plugging in the tool.
Use only manufacturer-approved accessories to avoid injury.
Avoid standing on the tool to prevent serious injury from tipping.
Inspect parts for damage before further use; repair or replace as needed.
Feed work into the blade against its direction of rotation.
Turn off the tool and wait for it to stop completely.
Ensure the tool is grounded to protect against electric shock.
Use proper three-wire extension cords with grounding plugs.
Use voltage matching the tool's nameplate to prevent injury or damage.
Always wear eye protection during operation.
Do not use the tool near flammable liquids or gases.
Make sure all covers are in place before operation.
Handle planer blades with extreme care to avoid injury.
Inspect blades for damage and replace immediately if found.
Ensure planer blade installation bolts are securely tightened.
Clean workpiece of foreign matter to prevent blade damage.
Avoid wearing gloves to prevent entanglement.
Clean chips only when the motor is stopped.
Always turn off the tool when not in use.
Handle the power cord carefully to prevent damage.
Procedures for safely moving and transporting the planer.
Guide for locating and securing the planer for operation.
Instructions for starting and stopping the planer tool.
How to adjust the table height using the elevating handle and scale.
How to set and understand the depth gauge and maximum cut limits.
Steps for feeding workpieces and handling long/heavy items.
List of workpiece dimensions and features unsuitable for the planer.
Guidance on feeding multiple narrow workpieces side-by-side.
Instructions for stopping the tool when a workpiece stalls.
Safety and initial steps for removing blades: covers and locking drum.
Steps to detach blades using magnetic holders and set plate.
Cleaning drum, preparing wood block, and placing blade on block.
Aligning blades with set plate and tightening bolts securely.
Procedure for fine-tuning the sub-table height with tools.
Importance of sharp blades and replacing dull ones.
Checking and replacing worn carbon brushes.
Instructions for cleaning dirt, chips, and foreign matter.
Guide to lubricating chain and handle screws with machine oil.
List of recommended tools and their part numbers.
Description and installation of the hood for dust collection.
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