WoodFast PT310X User Manual

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Planer & Thicknesser
PT310X
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WoodFast PT310X Specifications

General

Brand	WoodFast
Model	PT310X
Category	Planer
Language	English

Summary

Health and Safety Guidelines

General Information

Foreword

Introduction to the manual, emphasizing the importance of reading for safety and best results.

Machine Description

Machine Identification

Details about the metallic identification plate containing manufacturer's data, year of construction, and serial number.

Getting to Know Your Machine

Overview of the machine's components and parts, illustrated with a diagram for user understanding.

Technical Specification

Lists key specifications including feed speed, cutterblock speed, dimensions, capacity, motor power, and net weight.

Recommended Protective Clothing

Guidelines on appropriate attire, including non-slip footwear and avoiding loose clothing, for safe operation.

Noise Emission

Presents noise level measurements (sound power and pressure) under various conditions as per ISO standards.

Prescribed Use of the Machine

Defines the intended use for surface and thickness planing of solid woods and warns against unspecified uses.

Hazards

Highlights inherent risks associated with planer/thicknesser operation, emphasizing potential dangers if not used carefully.

Safety Instructions for Planer/Thicknesser

Detailed safety instructions covering environmental conditions, bystander safety, machine faults, kickback, and personal protection.

Installation

Lifting and Unloading

Instructions for safely moving and unpacking the machine using a forklift or by multiple persons.

Position of the Machine

Guidance on selecting a suitable, level, and well-maintained location for installing the machine.

Identifying Shipping Boxes

Advice on preparing for assembly by having cleaning materials ready for unpacking.

Installations of Loose Parts

Steps for installing components like the switch and cutterblock guard, ensuring correct assembly.

Electrical Connection

Procedure for connecting the machine to the mains power supply, including cable section and rotation checks.

Dust Chute Installation

Instructions for fitting the dust chute, emphasizing the importance of engaging limit switch contact pins for operation.

Adjustment

Thicknesser Table Height Adjustment

Details on adjusting the thicknesser bed height using a handwheel for desired planing thickness.

Infeed Table Height Adjustment

Instructions for setting the infeed table height to control the depth of cut during surface planing.

Jointer Fence Adjustment

Guidance on adjusting the jointer fence for lateral support and tilting it to specific angles for planing.

Operating Procedures

ON/OFF Switch

How to safely turn the machine ON and OFF using the designated switch buttons.

Surface Planer Mode

Step-by-step guide for operating the machine in surface planer mode, including workpiece handling and safety.

Thickness Planer Mode

Detailed instructions for using the thickness planer function, covering setup, workpiece feeding, and safety precautions.

Maintenance

Replacing Cutter Knives

Comprehensive steps for safely removing, cleaning, and installing new cutter knives, including projection checks.

Drive Belt Check

Procedure for checking and tensioning drive belts, ensuring proper operation of the cutterblock and feedgear.