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Cleaning and lubrication
• Keep your machine clean at all times. Dirt and dust will cause internal parts
to wear quickly, and shorten the machine’s service life. Clean the body of
your machine with a soft brush or dry cloth. If available, use clean, dry,
compressed air to blow through the ventilation holes
• After use, vacuum the planer machine to remove wood chips, sawdust and
debris
• Use a cleaning solution (not included) to remove resin and grease residue
• Remove sawdust, wood chips and grease from chains and gears
• The bearings in motor and cutter head units are factory-sealed and should
require no further lubrication
• Four components require regular lubrication:
• Rollercase vertical screw mechanism (x2)
• Rollercase lock cam
• Rollercase vertical rails (x4)
• Feed roller chain drive
• Remove the top and both side panels to access these components
• Clean the chain drive before lubrication. Use spray oil (not included) to
lubricate the chain. Allow time for the lubricant to penetrate between the
links, then wipe the surface of the chain dry
• Remove any residues of grease from the other components, using mineral
spirits if necessary, then apply a coat of light grade multi-purpose grease
(not included)
• The work table and extension table can be coated with a very thin coat
of lubricating wax (not included) to protect the surface from rust and to
facilitate smooth feed during operation
Re-aligning the Rollercase
• Test the blade alignment by running two pieces through each side (left and
right) of the planer
• Measure and compare results to check that the blades are correctly
aligned and/or to determine the amount of correction required
• To correct any misalignment:
1. Turn the planer off and remove the plug from the power source
2. Carefully place the planer on its back
3. Remove the screws to the horizontal spindle retaining bracket on the Crank
Handle (9) side of the planer (Image D)
4. Carefully disengage the gears (Image E)
5. Slowly rotate the Crank Handle to raise or lower the Rollercase as needed
to re-position it on the vertical screw
6. Rotate the Crank Handle forward or back as required in order to correct
the misalignment. Each complete turn of the Crank Handle will make an
adjustment of 1.5mm (1/16”)
7. Re-engage the gears and re-fit the horizontal spindle retaining bracket
8. Carefully sit the planer upright again
9. Carry out a test run to check the Rollercase is now level
10. Repeat the correction process if further adjustment is necessary
Checking and replacing the blades
Inspecting the blades:
1. Locate the Blade Cover Panel (17) on the back of planer. Loosen and
remove the Blade Cover Panel Hex Screws (16) on either side and lift off
the panel (Image F)
2. Identify the cutter head inside, and the TWO sharp blades on the cutter
head
3. Without touching the blades, carefully turn the cutter head until the self-
engaging latch clicks to lock the cutter head
4. Use the Hex Key (15) to remove the six bolts on the blade cover plate
(Image G)
5. Using the two Magnets (19), carefully remove the blade cover plate
6. Then use the Magnets to remove the blade
7. Inspect the blade for signs of wear or damage. A blade that is dull, worn,
nicked, torn or uneven can result in poor performance such as fuzzy grain,
chipped grain, raised grain, raised edge and uneven cut
Replacing a blade:
Note: Replace blades in pairs only
Note: Never mix a new blade with an old blade on the cutter head. Never mix
blades with different degrees of wear. Never use a blade where unbalanced
wear from side to side is present and never use blades other than the blades
specified by the manufacturer
1. Use the Magnets (19) to pick up and place the new blade onto the cutter
head
2. Position the blade so that it sits securely on the two pins
3. Use the magnets to transfer the cover plate back onto the blades
4. Re-fit the cover plate so that the six fixing holes are aligned with the holes
on the cutter head
5. Tighten and secure with the six bolts
Inspecting and replacing the second blade:
1. To access the other blade, gently pull and hold the latch on the side of
cutter head to release it (Image H)
2. Once the cutter head rotates, release the latch
3. Without touching the blades, carefully turn the cutter head until the self-
engaging latch clicks to lock the head again
4. Repeat the blade-changing procedure to check and replace the second
blade
Checking and replacing the brushes
• Over time the carbon brushes inside the motor may become worn
• Excessively worn brushes may cause loss of power, intermittent failure, or
visible sparking
• Brush life varies, depending on the motor loads. Inspection of the brushes
after every 100 hours of use is recommended
• Replace the brushes if the length of carbon has been worn to less than
9.5mm (3/8”), or if the springs are worn, or if you have noticed a loss of
performance in the motor
• Replace with new parts only, and always replace both brushes
• To inspect and replace the brushes:
1. Unscrew the Brush Access Caps (14) on either side of the motor
2. Remove the brushes and check for wear
3. Insert new brushes if required, and re-fit the brush caps
Replacing the drive belt
• Inadequate tension in the belt drive will cause the belt to slip. A loose belt
must be replaced
1. Switch the planer off and remove the plug from the power source
2. Remove the Crank Handle (9), then loosen and remove the Retaining
Screws (2) (Image I) so that you can move the side panel out of the way.
This will allow access to the belt drive (Image J)
3. Remove the upper pulley cover (Image K)
4. Remove the old belt by alternately walking the belt off each of the pulleys.
Gently pull the belt outward while turning the pulleys at the same time
(Image L)
Note: To turn the drive belt pulleys, it will be necessary to hold the red self-
engaging latch, so the pulleys do not become locked into place.
5. Replace with a new belt by walking the belt onto the pulleys in the reverse
manner used for removing the worn belt
6. Ensure the belt is evenly seated on the pulley grooves
7. Replace and secure the side panel and Crank Handle
Storage
• Store this tool and its accessories after use in its case, in a dry, secure
place out of the reach of children
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