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Wen PL1326

Wen PL1326
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13-INCH PLANER
WITH SPIRAL CUTTERHEAD
Instruction Manual
IMPORTANT: Your new tool has been engineered and manufactured to WEN’s highest standards for dependability,
ease of operation, and operator safety. When properly cared for, this product will supply you years of rugged,
trouble-free performance. Pay close attention to the rules for safe operation, warnings, and cautions. If you use
your tool properly and for its intended purpose, you will enjoy years of safe, reliable service.
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MODEL PL1326
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Wen PL1326 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Power15 Amp
Planing Width13 inches
Maximum Thickness6 inches
Minimum Thickness1/8 inch
Feed Rate26 feet per minute
Number of Blades3
Cutterhead Speed10, 000 RPM
TypeBenchtop Planer
Dust Port Size2-1/2 inches
No Load Speed10, 000 RPM
Maximum Cutting Depth3/32 inch (2.4 mm)
Maximum Depth of Cut3/32 inch (2.4 mm)

Summary

Product Introduction

Product Specifications

General Safety Guidelines

Work Area Safety Precautions

Ensures a clean, well-lit area and keeps children and bystanders away.

Electrical Safety Guidelines

Guidelines for proper grounding, avoiding wet conditions, and cord safety.

Personal Safety Measures

Emphasizes alertness, PPE, preventing unintentional starts, and proper dress.

Tool Use and Care Instructions

Instructions on not forcing the tool, using it correctly, and maintaining it.

Service and Repair Guidelines

Guidelines for servicing the tool with qualified personnel and genuine parts.

California Prop 65 Warning

Details potential chemical exposures from dust and necessary precautions.

Planer Specific Safety Warnings

Electrical Safety Information

Grounding Instructions

Ensures proper grounding for reduced risk of electric shock.

Extension Cord Recommendations

Recommendations for selecting and using extension cords for safe operation.

Unpacking and Parts Check

Understanding Your Planer

Planer Purpose and Overview

Describes the planer's function and familiarizes users with its main parts.

Assembly and Adjustments

Attaching Depth Adjustment Handle

Instructions for attaching and understanding the depth adjustment handle.

Table Preparation and Adjustment

Steps for preparing tables and adjusting infeed/outfeed extension tables.

Dust Chute Attachment Guide

Guide on how to attach the dust chute for dust collection.

Mounting the Planer Securely

Steps for securely mounting the planer to a workbench or stand.

Operating the Planer

Controls and Safety Features

Details the power switch, safety lockout key, and circuit breaker functions.

Workpiece Prep and Operational Safety

Guidance on preparing wood, avoiding damage, snipe, and understanding grain direction.

Depth and Feeding Adjustments

Instructions on setting cutting depth, using depth stop, and feeding the workpiece.

Planer Maintenance

Cutterhead and Insert Maintenance

Procedures for adjusting, rotating, and replacing cutting inserts for optimal performance.

Table and Component Adjustments

How to adjust infeed/outfeed tables for reduced snipe and better results.

Brush and Cleaning Procedures

Details on inspecting brushes, lubricating components, and cleaning the planer.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Exploded View and Parts List

Product Warranty Information

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