Craftsman 351217220 Owner’s Manual

Operator's Manual

CRRFTSMRN

12"

THICKNESS PLANER
Model No.

351.21 7220

CAUTION: Read and follow

all Safety Rules and Operating

Instructions before First Use

of this Product.

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.

18194.03 Draft (07/12/02)

Warranty.................................... 2

SafetyRules............................... 2-3

Unpacking.................................. 3

Assembly................................. 3-4

Installation................................. 4-5

Operation................................. 5-8

Maintenance.............................. 8-10

Troubleshooting............................. 11

PartsIllustrationandList................... 12-17

Espa_ol................................. 20-31

FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY

If this product fails due to a defect in material or workman-
ship within one year from the date of purchase, Sears will
at its option repair or replace it free of charge. Contact
your nearest Sears Service Center (1-800-4-MY-HOME)
to arrange for product repair, or return this product to
place of purchase for replacement.

If this product is used for commercial or rental purpos-
es, this warranty will apply for 90 days from the date of
purchase.

This warranty applies only while this product is used in
the United States.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you
may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Dept. 817WA, Hoffman
Estates, IL 60179

WARNING: For your own safety, read all of the rules
and precautions before operating tool.

CAUTION: Always follow proper operating procedures
as defined in this manual even if you are familiar with
use of this or similar tools. Remember that being care-

less for even a fraction of a second can result in severe
personal injury.

BE PREPARED FOR JOB

• Wear proper apparel. Do not wear loose clothing,
gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets or other jewelry
which may get caught in moving parts of machine.

• Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.

• Wear safety shoes with non-slip soles.

• Wear safety glasses complying with United States
ANSI Z87.1. Everyday glasses have only impact
resistant lenses. They are NOT safety glasses.

• Wear face mask or dust mask if operation is dusty.

• Be alert and think clearly. Never operate power tools
when tired, intoxicated or when taking medications

that cause drowsiness.

PREPARE WORK AREA FOR JOB

• Keep work area clean. Cluttered work areas invite
accidents.

• Do not use power tools in dangerous environments.

• Do not use power tools in damp or wet locations. Do
not expose power tools to rain.

• Work area should be properly lighted.

• Proper electrical receptacle should be available for
tool. Three prong plug should be plugged directly
into properly grounded, three-prong receptacle.

• Extension cords should have a grounding prong and
the three wires of the extension cord should be of

the correct gauge.

• Keep visitors at a safe distance from work area.

• Keep children out of workplace. Make workshop child-
proof. Use padlocks, master switches or remove switch

keys to prevent any unintentional use of power tools.

TOOL SHOULD BE MAINTAINED

• Always unplug tool prior to inspection.

• Consult manual for specific maintaining and adjust-
ing procedures.

• Keep tool lubricated and clean for safest operation.

• Remove adjusting tools. Form habit of checking to
see that adjusting tools are removed before switch-
ing machine on.

• Keep all parts in working order. Check to determine
that the guard or other parts will operate properly
and perform their intended function.

• Check for damaged parts. Check for alignment of
moving parts, binding, breakage, mounting and any
other condition that may affect a tool's operation.

• A guard or other part that is damaged should be
properly repaired or replaced. Do not perform
makeshift repairs. (Use parts list provided to order
replacement parts.)

KNOW HOW TO USE TOOL

• Use right tool for job. Do not force tool or attachment
to do a job for which it was not designed.

• Disconnect tool when changing blades.

• Avoid accidental start-up. Make sure that the switch
is in the OFF position before plugging in.

• Do not force tool. It will work most efficiently at the
rate for which it was designed.

• Keep hands away from moving parts and cutting
surfaces.

• Never leave tool running unattended. Turn the power
off and do not leave tool until it comes to a complete

stop.

• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance.

• Never stand on tool. Serious injury could occur if tool is
tipped or if blade is unintentionally contacted.

• Know your tool. Learn the tool's operation, applica-
tion and specific limitations.

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• Use recommended accessories (refer to page 15).
Use of improper accessories may cause risk of

injury to persons.

• Handle workpiece correctly. Protect hands from pos-
sible injury.

• Turn machine off if it jams. Blade jams when it digs
too deeply into workpiece. (Motor force keeps it
stuck in the work.)

• Always keep drive, cutterhead and blade guards in
place and in proper operating condition.

• Feed work into blade or cutter against direction of
rotation.

CAUTION: Think safety! Safety is a combination of
operator common sense and alertness at all times
when tool is being used.

WARNING: Do not attempt to operate tool until it is
completely assembled according to the instructions.

Refer to Figures 2 and 3.

• Handle with knob (A) should be installed to top-right
of the planer.

INSTALL HANDLE /

• Insert handle with knob (A) onto elevation screw
top (B).

A

Refer to Figure 1 below.

Check for shipping damage. If damage has occurred, a
claim must be filed with carrier. Check for complete-

ness. Immediately report missing parts to dealer.
The planer comes assembled as one unit. Additional

parts which need to be fastened to planer should be
located and accounted for before assembling.

A. 6-1.0 x 25mm Pan Head Screw

B. 5-0.8 x 25mm Socket Head Bolt with Lock Washer

C. 4mm HexWrench

D. Cord Wrap (2)
E. Plug

E 4-1.4 x lOmmThread Forming Screw (4)

G. Handle with Knob

H. Magnet (2)
I. Dust Chute

J. Half Bag Dust Collection Set (Not Shown)

Figure 2 - Install Handle

Secure handle with bolt (C) using the wrench
provided.

Insert plug (D) into handle to cover bolt (C).

Figure 3 - Secure Handle C

INSTALL CORD WRAPS

Refer to Figure 20.

• Secure cord wraps (Key No. 16) to side cover (Key
No. 17) of planer using thread forming screws (Key
No. 15).

Figure 1 - Unpacking

WARNING: Do not attempt assembly if parts are
missing. Use this manual to order replacement parts.

MOUNT PLANER TO WORK SURFACE

Refer to Figure 4.

• Planer is designed to be portable so it can be moved
to job site, but should be mounted to a stable, level
bench or table in a place with ample lighting and
correct power supply. See Recommended
Accessories, page 15.

• Make sure there is plenty of room for moving the
workpiece through the entire cut. There must be
enough room that neither the operators or the
bystanders will have to stand in line with the wood
while using the tool.

Baseofplanerhasfourmountingholes(A).Mount
planertoworktableusingbolts,lockwashersand

hexnuts(notsupplied)or usingwoodscrews(not
supplied).

Q 49

Figure 4 - Mount Planer

• Securely mount planer to work table by bolting it

through the holes. Make sure the planer does not
rock and the work table is level.

STORE TOOLS

Refer to Figure 20.

• Press hex wrench into clips on the side cover (Key
No. 17).

• Store magnets in a secure location until needed for
blade removal and replacement.

POWER SOURCE

WARNING: Do not connect planer to the power
source until all assembly steps have been completed.

The motor is designed for operation on the voltage and
frequency specified. Normal loads will be handled safe-
ly on voltages not more than 10% above or below spec-
ified voltage. Running the unit on voltages which are not
within range may cause overheating and motor burn-
out. Heavy loads require that voltage at motor terminals
be no less than the voltage specified.

• Power supply to the motor is controlled by a switch
with key. Removing the key from switch will lock the
unit and prevent unauthorized use.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: Improper connection of equipment
grounding conductor can result in the risk of electrical
shock. Equipment should be grounded while in use to
protect operator from electrical shock.

• Check with a qualified electrician if you do not
understand grounding instructions or if you are in
doubt as to whether the tool is properly grounded.

• This tool is equipped with an approved cord rated at
150V and a 3-prong grounding type plug (see Figure

5) for your protection against shock hazards.

• Grounding plug should be plugged directly into a
properly installed and grounded 3-prong grounding-

type receptacle, as shown (see Figure 5).

Grounded Outlet ---_--_

o0er, Grounding Prong

3-Prong Plug .--_,,__

Figure 5 - 3-Prong Receptacle

• Do not remove or alter grounding prong inany manner.
In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding
provides a path of least resistance for electrical shock.

WARNING: Do not permit fingers to touch the termi-
nals of plug when installing or removing from outlet.

• Plug must be plugged into matching outlet that is
properly installed and grounded in accordance with
all local codes and ordinances. Do not modify plug
provided. If it will not fit in outlet, have proper outlet
installed by a qualified electrician.

• Inspect tool cords periodically, and if damaged, have
repaired by an authorized service facility.

• Green (or green and yellow) conductor in cord is the
grounding wire. If repair or replacement of the elec-
tric cord or plug is necessary, do not connect the
green (or green and yellow) wire to a live terminal.

• A 2-prong wall receptacle must be replaced with a
properly grounded 3-prong receptacle installed in

accordance with National Electric Code and local
codes and ordinances.

WARNING: Any receptacle replacement should be
performed by a qualified electrician.

A temporary 3-prong to 2-prong grounding adapter (see
Figure 6) is available for connecting plugs to a two pole
outlet if it is properly grounded.

Grounding Lug Make Sure This

3-Prong Ground

Adapter_" TolSConnectedAKnown

_,2-ProngReceptacle

Figure 6 - 2-Prong Receptacle with Adapter

• Do not use a 3-prong to 2-prong grounding adapter
unless permitted by local and national codes and
ordinances. (A 3-prong to 2-prong grounding adapter
is not permitted in Canada.)

Where a 3-prong to 2-prong grounding adapter is
permitted, the rigid green tab or terminal on the side
of the adapter must be securely connected to a
permanent electrical ground such as a properly
grounded water pipe, a properly grounded outlet box
or a properly grounded wire system.

• Many cover plate screws, water pipes and outlet
boxes are not properly grounded. To ensure proper
ground, grounding means must be tested by a quali-

fied electrician.

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EXTENSION CORDS

• The use of any extension cord will cause some drop
in voltage and loss of power.

• Wires of the extension cord must be of sufficient size
to carry the current and maintain adequate voltage.

• The minimum extension cord wire size is A.W.G. 14.
Do not use extension cords over 25 feet long.

• Use only 3-wire extension cords having 3-prong
grounding type plugs and 3-pole receptacles which
accept the tool plug.

• If the extension cord is worn, cut or damaged in any
way, replace it immediately.

MOTOR

Planer is supplied with a 21/2"HP motor installed.

The 120 Volt AC universal motor has the following
specifications:

Horsepower (Maximum Developed) ............. 21/2

Voltage ................................... 120

Amperes ................................... 12

Hertz ..................................... 60

Phase .................................. Single

Cutterhead RPM .......................... 9400

ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS

WARNING: Make sure unit is turned off and discon-
nected from power source before inspecting any wiring.

The motor is installed and wiring connected as illustrat-
ed in the wiring schematic (see Figure 7).

Switch

Black

"_ Circuit 1 f-_

Motor

Figure 7 - Wiring Schematic

The motor is assembled with an approved three con-
ductor cord to be used on 120 volts as indicated. The

power supply to the motor is controlled by a double
pole locking switch.

The power lines are connected directly to the switch.
The green ground line must remain securely fastened
to the frame to properly protect against electrical shock.

A manual reset overload protector is installed in line
with the power supply to the motor. If the planer is over-

loaded, the protector will break the circuit.

DESCRIPTION

Craftsman 12" planer finishes rough-cut lumber to size
and planes soft and hardwoods up to 41/2'' thick and 12"
wide. Wood feeds into two-blade cutterhead by rubber

infeed/outfeed rollers. Sturdy base construction and
four-post design permits smooth feeding and virtually

snipeless planing. Planer comes with enclosed, univer-
sal ball bearing, 21/2HP (max. developed) motor with

overload protection. Motor has ON/OFF switch with
removable key to prevent accidental start-up. Unit fea-

tures built-in dust collection, easy hands-free replace-
ment of blades for safety and minimized downtime, top

mounted rollers for workpiece return, built-in carrying
handles and cord wraps for portability. Planer takes cuts

up to %2" per pass at 20 feet per minute. Inch height
scale has graduations in 1_6"increments, and metric

height scale has graduations in 1mm increments.

SPECIFICATIONS

Table Size .......................... 12" x 1211/16"

Blade Width ............................... 12"

Maximum Depth of Cut ..................... 3/32"

Cuts Per Minute ......................... 18,800

Dust Collection Port ......................... 21/2"

Overall Dimensions ......... 181/2"H x 23" W x 17" D

Motor ............... 21/2HP (max. dev.), 12A, 120V

Weight ................................. 64 Ibs

OPERATION SAFETY RULES

WARNING: For your own safety, read all of the
instructions and precautions before operating tool.

WARNING: Operation of any power tool can result in
foreign objects being thrown into eyes which can result
in severe eye damage. Always wear safety goggles
complying with United States ANSI Z87.1 (shown on
package) before commencing power tool operation.

CAUTION: Always observe the following safety pre-
cautions:

• Know general power tool safety. Make sure all pre-
cautions are understood (see pages 2, 3, 5 and 6).

• Whenever adjusting or replacing any parts on planer,
turn switch OFF and remove plug from power source.

• Make sure all guards are properly attached and
securely fastened.

• Make sure all moving parts are free from interference.

• Always wear eye protection or face shield.

• Make sure blades are aligned and properly attached
to cutterhead.

• Do not plug in planer unless switch is in off position.
After turning switch on, allow planer to come to full
speed before operating.

• Keep hands clear of all moving parts.

• Do not force cut. Slowing or stalling will overheat
motor. Allow automatic feed to function properly.

• Use quality lumber. Blades last longer and cuts are
smoother with good quality wood.

• Do not plane material shorter than 14", narrower
than 3A",wider than 12" or thinner than 1/2".

• Never make planing cut deeper than %2".

• For workpieces longer than 24"_ use material
support stands. See Recommended Accessories,

page 15.

• Do not back the work toward the infeed side.

• Take precautions against kickback. Do not permit any-
one to stand or cross in line of cutterhead's rotation.

Kickback or thrown debris will travel in this direction.

• Turn switch off and disconnect power whenever
planer is not in use.

• Replace knives as they become damaged or dull.

• Keep planer maintained. Follow maintenance
instructions (see pages 8 -10).

OPERATING CONTROLS

ON/OFF SWITCH
Refer to Figure 8.

The ON/OFF switch (A) is located on the front of the
planer motor. To turn the planer ON, move the switch to
the up position. To turn the planer OFE move the switch
to the down position.

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Figure 8 - ON/OFF Switch

SWITCH LOCK

Refer to Figure 9.
The planer can be locked from unauthorized use by

locking the switch. To lock the switch:

• Turn the switch to OFF position and disconnect plan-
er from power source.

• Pull the key (A) out. The switch cannot be turned on
with the key (A) removed.

NOTE: Should the key (A) be removed from the switch
at the ON position, the switch can be turned off but

cannot be turned on.

A

Figure 9 - Switch Lock and Circuit Reset

• To replace key, slide key into the slot on switch until
it snaps.

CIRCUIT BREAKER
Refer to Figure 9.

The planer is equipped with a motor protection device-
circuit breaker. The breaker will automatically shut the
planer off when excessive current is consumed.

If the breaker is tripped, turn the planer off and reset
the circuit by pressing the button (B).

CAUTION: Be sure to turn the planer off prior to reset-
ting the circuit breaker to avoid unintentional start-up of
the planer.

DEPTH OF CUT

Refer to Figure 10.
Thickness planing refers to the sizing of lumber to a

desired thickness while creating a level surface parallel
to the opposite side of the board. Board thickness which
the planer will produce is indicated by the scale (C).

Depth-of-cut is adjusted by raising or lowering the
rollercase (A) using handle (B).

Figure 10- Depth-Of-Cut

• Each full rotation of the handle (B) moves the
rollercase 1/16"

• Quality of thickness planing depends on the opera-
tor's judgement about the depth of cut.

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• Depth of cut depends on the width, hardness, damp-
ness, grain direction and grain structure of the wood.

• Maximum thickness of wood which can be removed
in one pass is %2"for planing operations on work-

pieces up to 5" wide. Workpiece must be positioned
away from the center tab on the rollercase to cut %2".

• Maximum thickness of wood which can be removed
in one pass is '/_" for planing operations on work-

piece from 5" up to 12" wide.

CAUTION: A _/_"depth-of-cut on hard, softwood 6-12"
wide can be made. However, continuous operation at
this set-up can cause premature motor failure.

• For optimum planing performance, the depth of cut
should be less than 1_6".

• Board should be planed with shallow cuts until the
work has a level side. Once a level surface has been

created, flip the lumber and create parallel sides.

• Plane alternate sides until the desired thickness is
obtained. When half of total depth of cut is taken from

each side, the board will have a uniform moisture con-
tent and additional drying will not cause it to warp.

• Depth of cut should be shallower when work is wider.

• When planing hardwood, take light cuts or plane the
wood in thin widths.

• Make a test cut with a test piece and verify the thick-
ness produced.

• Check accuracy of test cut prior to working on fin-
ished product.

AVOID DAMAGE TO BLADES

• Thickness planer is a precision woodworking
machine and should be used on quality lumber only.

• Do not plane dirty boards; dirt and small stones are
abrasive and will wear out blade.

• Remove nails and staples. Use planer to cut wood only.

• Avoid knots. Heavily cross-grained wood makes
knots hard. Knots can come loose and jam blade.

CAUTION: Any article that encounters planer blades
may be forcibly ejected from planer creating risk of injury.

PREPARE WORK

• Thickness planer works best when lumber has at
least one flat surface.

• Use surface planer or jointer to create a flat surface.

• Twisted or severely warped boards can jam planer.
Rip lumber in half to reduce magnitude of warp.

• Work should be fed into planer in same direction as
the grain of the wood. Sometimes grain will change
directions in middle of board. In such cases, if possi-
ble, cut board in middle before planing so grain

direction is correct.

CAUTION: Do not plane board which is less than 14"
long; force of cut could split board and cause kickback.

FEEDING WORK

The planer is supplied with planing blades mounted in the
cutterhead and infeed and outfeed rollers adjusted to the

correct height. Planer feed is automatic; it will vary slightly
depending on type of wood.

• Feed rate refers to rate at which lumber travels
through planer.

• Align work perpendicular to rollercase so that work
feeds through planer straight.

• Raise/lower rollercase to produce the depth of cut
desired.

• Stand on side to which the handle is attached.

Figure 11 - FeedingWork

• Boards longer than 24" should have additional sup-
port from free standing material stands.

• Position the workpiece with the face to be planed on
top.

• Turn the planer on.

• Rest board end on table and direct board into planer.

• Gently slide workpiece into the infeed side of the
planer until the infeed roller begins to advance the
workpiece.

• Let go of the workpiece and allow automatic feed to
advance the workpiece.

• Do not push/pull on workpiece. Move to the rear and
receive planed lumber by grasping it in same man-

ner as it was fed.

CAUTION: To avoid risk of injury due to kickbacks, do
not stand directly in line with front or rear of planer.

• Do not grasp any portion of board which has not
gone past out-feed roller.

• Repeat this operation on all boards which need to be
same thickness.

• Assemble bag support. Slide connectors into
channels of support segments. Bend support seg-

ments so that channel faces outward.

• Slide plastic trash bag inside and over bag support.
Let bag overlap 3-4".

• Place band of the filter bag over and into the
channel of the bag support.

• Secure in position by tightening strap.

Dust Exhaust Port

Figure 12 - Return Rollers

• Planer has return rollers (A) on top so assistant can
pass work back to operator.

NOTE: Assistant must follow same precautions as
operator.

• Surface that the planer will produce will be smoother
if shallower depth of cut is used.

Avoiding Snipe

• Snipe refers to a depression at either end of board
caused by an uneven force on cutterhead when work
is entering or leaving planer.

• Snipe will occur when boards are not supported
properly or when only one feed roller is in contact
with work at beginning or end of cut.

• To avoid snipe, gently push the board up while feed-
ing the work until the outfeed roller starts advancing

it.

• Move to the rear and receive planed board by gently
pushing it up when the infeed roller looses contact

with the board.

• When planing more than one board of the same
thickness, butt boards together to avoid snipe.

• Snipe is more apparent when deeper cuts are taken.

• Feed work in direction of grain. Work fed against
grain will have chipped, splintered edges.

USING PLANER WITH THE HALF BAG
DUST COLLECTION SET

Refer to Figure 13.
The Craftsman Half Bag Dust Collection Set is

designed to provide dust collection for woodworking
tools with a 21/2"diameter dust exhaust port. The filter

bag attaches to a 30-gallon trash can or a 30-gallon x

1.3 mil plastic trash bag for easy, convenient sawdust

disposal (trash can and plastic trash bag not included).
To use dust collection set with a trash can:

• Place spring inside filter bag arm.

• Slide arm with spring over dust exhaust port.

• Place band of the bag over rim of trash can and
secure bag by tightening strap.

To use dust collection set with a trash bag:

• Place spring inside filter bag arm.

• Slide arm with spring over dust exhaust port.

Filter

Conn_c_or_/_ )_gments

Strap

Trash
Can

Figure 13 - Half Bag Dust Collection Set

Planer will operate best if kept in good condition and
properly adjusted.

Y__ Bag

(_./) Support

Bag

CHECK FOR WORN BLADES

• Condition of blades will affect precision of cut.
Observe quality of cut which planer produces to

check condition of blades.

• Dull blades will tear, rather than sever wood fibers
and produce fuzzy appearance.

• Raised grain will occur when dull blades pound on
wood that has varying density. Raised edge will also
be produced where blades have been nicked.

• Blades on this planer are reversible. Blades should
always be reversed or replaced as matched set.
Keeping a spare set of blades on hand is recom-

mended.

CHANGING BLADES

Refer to Figures 14-17, page 9.
WARNING: Always turn planer OFF and disconnect

from power source before starting any maintenance
work.

• Loosen and remove socket head bolts (A) from
blade guard (B) on the rear side of planer. Remove
blade guard.

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--2_°

A B

Figure 14 - Remove Blade Guard

• Carefully turn cutterhead by hand towards you until
bolts are accessible.

• Loosen and remove six bolts from gib (C).

• Replace gib and align the holes on the gib with
holes on the blade using magnets.

• Secure gib to cutterhead using six bolts removed
earlier.

• Carefully turn cutterhead by hand until the other
blade is accessible.

• Remove gib and blade as mentioned earlier.

• Replace with new blade and replace gib and secure
it as mentioned earlier.

• Replace blade guard and secure it using two bolts.

BRUSH INSPECTION AND REPLACEMENT

WARNING: Turn planer off and disconnect from power
source. Brush life depends on amount of load on motor.
Regularly inspect brushes after 100 hours of use.
Brushes are located on either side of planer motor.

• Loosen brush holder (A) and gently remove brush

from motor.

NOTE: Brushes are located on both front and rear
sides of planer.

• Replace brushes if spring (B) is damaged.

• Replace brushes if carbon (C) is worn.

• Replace brushes and tighten brush holder.

Figure 15 - Remove Gib Bolts

• Remove gib using magnet provided.
NOTE: Magnet can be easily disengaged from gib by

tilting them to left or right.
CAUTION: Blade edges are extremely sharp. Keep fin-

gers away from blades at all times.

• Blade is located in position by two pins. Gently lift
old blades from cutterhead using magnets. Do not
make contact with the blade using fingers. Use mag-
net only.

Magnet _ _ Gib

Pin

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Cutterhead

Figure 16- Remove Blade

• Reverse or replace blade and carefully position it on
the two pins using magnets.

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Figure 17- Replace Brushes B

ADJUSTING TABLE LEVEL

Refer to Figures 19 and 20, pages 14 and 16.
The planer will produce uneven depth of cut (tapered

cut) if the rollercase (Fig. 20, Key No. 34) is not parallel
with the base (Fig. 19, Key No. 35). To restore paral-

lelism of the rollercase with the base:

• Using a test piece, measure the height of the taper.

• Turn planer off and disconnect form power source.

• Lay planer carefully on it's side so that bottom side
of the base is exposed.

• Loosen socket head bolt holding idler bracket (Fig.

19, Key Nos. 46 and 44). Loosen chain.

• Rotate lead screws (Figure 19, Key Nos. 30 and 32)
as needed. Each turn of screw by one sprocket tooth
will move that corner of rollercase by about 0.006".

• Retighten chain using idler bracket. Tighten socket
head bolt securely.

• Set the planer back on its base.

• Make a test cut to verify adjustment.

REPLACING V-BELT

Refer to Figure 20, page 16.
Inadequate tension in the V-belt (Key No. 49) will cause

the belt to slip from the motor pulley (Key No. 46) or
cutterhead pulley (Key No. 48). Loose belt must be
replaced. To replace V-belt:

• Turn planer off and unplug from power source.

• Remove socket head bolts from belt guard (Key Nos.
3 and 35). Remove belt guard.

• Loosen pan head screw on dust chute (Key Nos. 59
and 60). Remove dust chute.

• Remove screws from fan cover (Key Nos. 54 and

53). Remove fan cover.

• Remove pan head screw and flat washer from fan
(Key Nos. 18, 51 and 52). Remove fan.

IMPORTANT: Note position of indicator, last step is
resetting the indicator to this position.

• Remove pan head screws and flat washer from indi-
cator and fan housing (Key Nos. 18, 51, 50 and 58).
Remove fan housing.

• Loosen hex head bolt (Key No. 38) to release motor.

• Replace belt. Make sure new belt is evenly seated all
the way on the motor and cutterhead pulley grooves.

• Pull top of motor toward front of planer to tension V-
belt, tighten hex head bolt securely. Check tension in
V-belt by pinching the two sides of belt loop. Sides
should give no more than '/2".

• Replace and secure fan housing (all screws except
screw for indicator).

• Insert fan onto fan shaft (Key No. 55) and rotate fan
until it seats. Replace pan head screw with flat wash-
er and tighten securely.

• Replace and secure fan cover, then dust chute.
Replace and secure belt guard.

• Align indicator with hole in fan housing. Insert pan
head screw with flat washer but do not tighten. Align
indicator to original position and tighten pan head
screw securely.

LUBRICATION

• Motor and cutterhead bearings are sealed and need
no lubrication.

• Gears and elevation screws should be cleaned of
debris and greased as needed.

• The table can be coated with a lubricant such as fur-
niture wax, to make the workpiece feed smoother. Be

sure the lubricant used does not affect the ability to
finish the workpiece with varnish, sealer, etc. Do not
use any silicone base lubricants.

CLEAN PLANER

• Keep planer clean of any wood chips, dust, dirt or debris.

• Remove blade guard and fan cover (Fig. 20, Key
Nos. 1 and 53) to clean dust collection system.

• After 10 hours of operation, the chains and gears
should have wood chips, dust and old grease
removed.

• Use common automotive bearing grease to lubricate
all chains and gears. Be sure all chains and gears
have plenty of grease.

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