DEWALT DW735 User Manual
DW735
13" (325mm) Heavy Duty Portable Thickness Planer
Raboteuse portative à service intensif 13 po (325 mm)
Cepilladora portátil para trabajo pesado de 13" (325 mm)
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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Important Safety Instructions for
All Tools
WARNING: For your own safety, read the instruction manual
before operating the planer. Failure to heed these warnings may
result in personal injury and serious damage to the planer. When
servicing this tool, use only identical replacement parts. Have damaged cords replaced by an authorized service center.
DOUBLE INSULATION
Double insulated tools are constructed throughout with two separate layers of electrical insulation or one double thickness of insulation between you and the tool’s electrical system. Tools built with
this insulation system are not intended to be grounded. As a
result, your tool is equipped with a two prong plug which permits
you to use extension cords without concern for maintaining a
ground connection.
NOTE: Double insulation does not take the place of normal safety
precautions when operating this tool. The insulation system is for
added protection against injury resulting from a possible electrical
insulation failure within the tool.
POLARIZED PLUGS
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this equipment has a polarized
plug (one blade is wider than the other). This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet,
reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician
to install the proper outlet. Do not change the plug in any way.
WARNING: When using electric tools, basic safety precautions
should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock,
and personal injury, including the following:
General Safety Instructions
• KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working order.
• REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form habit
of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are
removed from tool before turning it on.
• KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches
invite injuries.
• DON’T USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Don’t use
power tools in damp or wet locations, or expose them to rain.
Keep work area well lighted. Always operate tool in a well-ventilated area free of combustible materials, gasoline or solvent
vapors. If sparks come in contact with flammable vapors, they
may ignite, causing fire or explosion.
• KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors should be kept safe dis-
tance from work area.
• MAKE WORKSHOP KID PROOF with padlocks, master
switches, or by removing starter keys.
• DON’T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better and safer at the
rate for which it was designed.
• USE RIGHT TOOL. Don’t force tool or attachment to do a job
for which it was not designed.
• USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make sure your extension
cord is in good condition. When using and extension cord, be
sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product
will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage
resulting in overheating and loss of power. The following table
shows the correct size to use depending on cord length and
nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gage.
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The smaller the gage number, the heavier the cord. When operating a power tool outside, use an outdoor extension cord
marked “W-A” or “W.” These cords are rated for outdoor use and
reduce the risk of electric shock.
Minimum Gage for Cord Sets
Volts Total Length of Cord in Feet
120V 0-25 26-50 51-100 101-150
Ampere Rating
More Not more AWG
Than Than
12 - 16 14 12 Not Recommended
• WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear loose clothing,
gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets, or other jewelry which may get
caught in moving parts. Nonslip footwear is recommended.
Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair. Air vents
often cover moving parts and should also be avoided.
• ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES. Also use face or dust mask
it cutting operation is dusty. Everyday eyeglasses only have
impact resistant lenses, they are not safety glasses.
• ACTUATING TOOL MAY RESULT IN FLYING DEBRIS, COL-
LATION MATERIAL, OR DUST WHICH COULD HARM
OPERATOR’S EYES. The operator and all those persons in the
general area should wear safety glasses with permanently
attached side shields. Approved safety glasses are imprinted
with the characters “Z87.1”. It is the employer’s responsibility to
enforce the use of eye protection equipment by the tool operator and other people in the work area.
• SECURE WORK. Use of clamps or a vise to hold work when
practical. It’s safer than using your hands and it frees both hands
to operate tool.
• DON’T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all
times.
• MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and clean
for best and safest performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
• DISCONNECT TOOLS before servicing; when changing acces-
sories, such as blades, bits, cutters, and the like.
• REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Make
sure switch is in off position before plugging in.
• USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Consult the
instruction manual for recommended accessories. The use
of improper accessories may cause risk of injury to persons.
• NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could occur if the tool
is tipped or if the cutting tool is unintentionally contacted.
• CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the tool, a
guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked
to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function–check for alignment of moving parts, binding of
moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that is
damaged should be properly repaired or replaced.
• DIRECTION OF FEED. Feed work into planer according to
direction of feed arrows on top of the unit.
• NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UN ATTENDED. TURN
POWER OFF. Don’t leave tool until it comes to a complete stop.
Additional Specific Safety Rules
for Planers
• To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand
instruction manual before operating planer.
• Always wear eye protection and dust mask if necessary.
• Keep hands away from the underside of the cutter head carriage.
• Never clear clogs, make cutter knife replacement, or any other
repairs/adjustments with unit plugged in.
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• Make certain that the switch is in the OFF position before connecting plug to a power source.
• Be sure that the cutter knives are mounted as described in the
instruction manual and check that all bolts are firmly tightened
before connecting unit to power source.
• To avoid injury, never rotate the cutter block directly with your
hands.
• Keep guards in place and in good working order.
• Stay alert – never operate the unit when tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication.
• Do not use in dangerous environments. Do not use near flammable substances, in damp or wet locations, or expose to rain.
• Never plane material which is shorter than 12 inches.
• Exhaust chute: remove shavings with brush or vacuum after
power has been shut off and cutter head has stopped rotating.
• ALWAYS LOCATE PLANER WITH PROPER CLEARANCE
ON THE OUTFEED SIDE of the unit to prevent pinching or
binding of the workpiece against any obstacle.
• Clean out your tool often, especially after heavy use. Dust
and grit containing metal particles often accumulate on interior
surfaces and could create a risk of serious injury, electric shock
or electrocution. ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES.
WARNING: For your own safety, it is recommended that two
people carry this machine or serious injury could result.
CAUTION: Wear appropriate personal hearing protection
during use. Under some conditions and duration of use, noise
from this product may contribute to hearing loss.
WARNING: Some dust created by power sanding, sawing,
grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contains
chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:
• lead from lead-based paints.
• crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry
products.
• arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber (CCA).
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you
do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals:
work in a well ventilated area, and work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter
out microscopic particles.
•
Avoid prolonged contact with dust from power sanding,
sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities.
Wear protective clothing and wash exposed areas with
soap and water. Allowing dust to get into your mouth, eyes, or
lay on the skin may promote absorption of harmful chemicals.
CAUTION: A dust mask or respirator should be worn by all per-
sons entering the work area. The filter should be replaced daily or
whenever the wearer has difficulty breathing. See your local hardware store for the proper NIOSH/OSHA approved dust mask.
• The label on your tool may include the following symbols. The
symbols and their definitions are as follows:
V..........volts A ..........amperes
Hz........hertz W ..........watts
min ......minutes ........alternating current
....direct current
n
o..........no load speed
........Class II Construction ........earthing terminal
........safety alert symbol .../min....revolutions per minute
Specifications
Input ......................120V AC , 15 Amp
No load speed ......10,000 RPM
Feed speed ............14 ft. per minute or 26 ft. per minute
Planing height........Maximum 6", Minimum 1/8"
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Planing width ........Maximum 13"
Planing depth ........Maximum 1/8" (for boards 6" wide or less)
Electrical Connection
Be sure your power supply agrees with the nameplate marking.
Volts, 50/60 Hz or “AC only” means your planer must be operated
only with alternating current and never with direct current. Voltage
decrease of more than 10% will cause loss of power and overheating. All D
EWALT tools are factory tested, if this tool does not
operate, check the power supply.
Unpacking Your Planer
Check the contents of your planer carton to make sure that you
have received all parts. In addition to this instruction manual, the
carton should contain:
• 1 Planer • 1 Depth adjustment crank handle
• 1 Round Dust Port • 1 Long, Flat Dust Port
• 1 T-wrench (located in • 1 Allen screw for
the top cover of the unit) Crank Handle
Transporting the Planer
WARNING: For your own safety, it is
recommended that two people carry this
machine or serious injury could result.
When moving your planer, carry it either
by the side carrying handles (A) or by the
handles at the base of the planer (B). When
transporting or storing the planer, use the
cord wrap located in the back of the tool (C)
to keep the cord in place.
Bench Mounting
To facilitate bench mounting, two different
sized holes (D) are provided on the four cor-
ners of your planer. If mounting the planer with bolts, use the larger holes. If mounting the planer with nails or screws, use the smaller holes. It is not necessary to use both sets of holes.
Always mount your planer firmly to prevent movement. To enhance
the tool’s portability, it can be mounted to a piece of 1/2" (12.7mm)
or thicker plywood which can then be clamped to your work support
or moved to other job sites and reclamped.
NOTE: If you elect to mount your planer onto a piece of plywood,
make sure that the mounting screws don’t protrude from the bottom
of the wood. The plywood must sit flush on the work support.
CAUTION: The mounting surface should not be warped or
otherwise uneven.
ASSEMBLY
WARNING: DO NOT REMOVE
GUARDS (E). Serious injury could result.
TO ATTACH THE DEPTH
ADJUSTMENT CRANK HANDLE
1. Remove the Allen screw located in the
crank handle shaft.
2. Insert the crank handle (F) over the
shaft.
3. Secure in place with the Allen screw
and T-wrench (G) provided.
DUST EJECTION PORTS
Your planer comes with two separate dust
ejection ports. The round port (I) as shown
below is for use with a 4" dust collector
hose. The long, flat port (J) should be
attached when no dust collector will be
used.
D
A
B
C
E
D
A
B
C
G
F
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TO SET UP DUST EJECTION
1. Select the port (I or J) that suits the type of dust collector you will
be using.
2. Depress the lock button (K) on the chip ejection chute (H).
3. Slide the notches in the dust port over the pins on the chip ejection chute.
4. Rotate the port until the button engages the dust ejection chute
and locks in place.
WARNING: DO NOT OPERATE YOUR PLANER WITHOUT
ONE OF THE DUST EJECTION PORTS LOCKED INTO PLACE.
DO NOT INSERT ANYTHING INTO THE DUST EJECTION
CHUTE UNLESS THE PLANER IS UNPLUGGED AND YOU ARE
CLEARING A CLOG OR OBSTRUCTION IN THE UNIT. DO NOT
GET YOUR FACE OR EYES NEAR THE DUST EJECTION PORT
WHEN THE PLANER IS IN OPERATION. SERIOUS INJURY
COULD RESULT.
WARNING: Chips are ejected at significant velocity. Keep hands
and face clear of dust ejection port.
TO REMOVE THE DUST EJECTION PORT
1. Use the T-wrench to depress the lock button on the dust chute.
2. Twist the port until the pins are disengaged from the notches on
the port.
3. Pull the dust ejection port off of the dust chute.
OPERATION
On/Off Switch
To turn the planer on, lift the switch (L) up. The
planer locks on automatically. To turn the tool
off, press the switch down. A hole is provided
under the switch (M) for insertion of a padlock
to lock off the planer.
Depth Adjustment
DEPTH ADJUSTMENT SCALE
The depth adjustment scale (N), located on
the right front of your planer, indicates the
finished thickness of your workpiece. One
rotation of the depth adjustment crank is equal
to 1/16", half rotation is equal to 1/32", etc.
DEPTH ADJUSTMENT CRANK
Turning the crank clockwise lowers the cutter
head. Turning the crank counterclockwise
raises the cutter head.
Material Removal Gauge
Your planer is equipped with a material
removal gauge (O). It is used to indicate
the amount of wood that will be removed in
one pass with the carriage set at its current
height.
TO USE THE MATERIAL REMOVAL GAUGE
1. Slide approximately 3" of your material under the middle of the
carriage.
2. Be sure the wood is lying flat against the base of the planer.
If the material is inserted at an angle, the reading may be
inaccurate.
K
H
H
C
I
J
N
O
L
M
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3. Crank the carriage down on the material until the material
removal bar engages the wood. You will see the red arrow
begin to move up the scale indicating the amount of material to
be removed with the carriage at that height.
4. Adjust the carriage height until the desired depth of cut appears
on the gauge.
5. Pull the material out from under the carriage.
6. Turn the unit on and feed your material into the cutter head.
NOTE: Do not exceed the recommended depth of cut for various
widths of material recommended on the material removal gauge.
WARNING: DO NOT SWITCH THE UNIT ON WITH THE
MATERIAL POSITIONED UNDER THE CARRIAGE. SERIOUS
INJURY COULD RESULT.
Speed Selection
NOTE: ONLY SWITCH SPEEDS WHEN
THE PLANER IS RUNNING.
Your planer has the ability to feed material
at two different speeds. The two-speed
feature (P) was designed to improve
efficiency when planing and to provide the
best possible surface finish to a variety of
materials.
To remove material thickness more quickly, set the unit at speed
“2”. This setting delivers 96 cuts per inch to the material.
For finishing, set the unit to speed “1”. Speed “1” is ideal for
ensuring the finest finish on the last pass before your final thickness
is achieved.
NOTE: When planing particularly hard or figured species of wood,
speed “1” is recommended. The slower feed rate will reduce knife
wear and tear-out by delivering 179 cuts per inch to the material.
Fan-Assisted Chip Ejection System
Your planer is equipped with a fan-assisted chip ejection system to
aid in exhausting chips from the unit. The fan-assisted chip ejection
system will work in conjunction with independent dust collection
systems.
NOTE: It is not recommended that a shop vac be connected to the
DW735. The capacity of most vacs does not support the volume of
chips ejected during planing. The vacuum hose may clog stopping
the flow of chips.
See the Troubleshooting Guide, page 14, for additional information.
Automatic Carriage Lock
There is no manual carriage lock on your planer. A device that automatically minimizes the movement that causes snipe during planing
is designed into the four threaded posts.
Turret Stop
Your planer is equipped with a turret stop (Q) for
repetitive planing at pre-set depths. Stops are set
at 1/8", 1/4", 1/2", 3/4", 1", and 1-1/4".
TO SET THE MINIMUM DEPTH TO WHICH
THE CARRIAGE CAN TRAVEL WITH THE
TURRET STOP
1. Be sure the carriage is set above 1-1/4" before trying to set the
turret stop.
2. Turn the dial on the front left of the planer until the desired thickness setting aligns with the red indicator then lower the carriage.
3. Plane the workpiece at desired increments until the correct final
thickness is achieved.
NOTE: DO NOT USE FORCE TO CRANK THE CARRIAGE
BELOW THE LEVEL THAT THE TURRET STOP INDICATES.
P
Q
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PERMANENT DAMAGE TO THE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
SYSTEM ON YOUR PLANER WILL RESULT.
PLANING BASICS
Proper Planing Technique
TO PLANE YOUR MATERIAL
1. Lower the carriage to the desired height for your first pass.
2. Turn the unit on and feed the material into the feed rollers.
3. Examine the finished cut and adjust the carriage to the appropriate height for your next pass.
NOTE: Flip the board back and forth between each pass as
recommended in Proper Planing Techniques.
See the Troubleshooting Guide, page 14, for additional information.
WARNING: DO NOT TURN THE UNIT ON WITH THE
MATERIAL ALREADY INSERTED UNDER THE CARRIAGE.
WAIT UNTIL THE ROLLERS AND CUTTER HEAD ARE UP TO
FULL SPEED BEFORE FEEDING YOUR MATERIAL INTO THE
MACHINE.
For best results, plane both sides of the workpiece to reach a
desired thickness. For example, if you need to remove 1/8" from
your workpiece, remove 1/16" from each side. This not only allows
the workpiece to dry with a even moisture content, it also produces
finer cuts.
WARNING: Plane only wood that is free from foreign objects,
with no loose knots and as few tight knots as possible. Do not plane
wood that is severely warped, twisted, knotted or bowed.
WARNING: Do not place your body between the rear of the
planer and a stationary object while material is feeding. Serious
injury could result.
MINIMUM/MAXIMUM WIDTH/HEIGHT/DEPTH
NOTE: Always plane in the direction of the grain. Support the work-
piece adequately at all times. Planing material less than 3/4" wide
is not recommended. If you must plane
narrow material, group several pieces
together and plane them as one wide
workpiece whenever possible.
The maximum depth of cut your planer
can take in one pass is 1/8" (on material
less than 6" wide). Never attempt to modify your planer to take a deeper cut.
Follow the recommended depth/width of
cut guidelines shown in Table A for best
results.
Snipe
Snipe is a depression made when an unsupported end of your
material drops toward the floor, causing the opposite end to lift up
into the cutter head.
TO AVOID SNIPE
Feed the workpiece into the planer so it is level and remains flat
against the base at all times.
Keep the workpiece level throughout planing operation by
receiving or “catching” it from the rear of the planer.
If you are planing material that is especially long, the use of additional material support is recommended.
Twisted, Cupped and Bowed Wood
If both sides of your material are very rough or if the material is
cupped, bowed or twisted, your planer may not produce the desired
result. Ideally, you should have at least one level face/surface on
your material before you plane. Your thickness planer will work
TABLE A
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best with material that has been run through a jointer to
produce one flat surface. If you do not have at least one flat surface or a jointer, see the following recommendations.
TO PLANE TWISTED WOOD
WARNING: TWISTED WOOD MAY JAM
YOUR THICKNESS PLANER. IF A JAM
OCCURS, TURN THE POWER OFF,
DISCONNECT THE POWER SUPPLY AND
RAISE THE CARRIAGE TO RELEASE THE
MATERIAL FROM THE CUTTER HEAD.
If your material is only slightly twisted:
Plane both sides alternating from one to the other until the desired
thickness is reached.
TO PLANE CUPPED WOOD
To obtain the best possible results with
cupped wood:
Rip the material down the middle and plane
it as two separate pieces.
Ripping the material reduces the severity of the cup and allows the
machine to deliver better results. Understand that you will have to
remove more material on cupped wood to achieve the desired
thickness than you would on a normal board.
If ripping the material is not an option:
Plane one side of the material until flat, then plane the opposite
side until it is also flat .
NOTE: Do not flip the board back and forth between each pass as
recommended by the general planing directions.
TO PLANE BOWED WOOD
The feed rollers and cutter head in your planer will push the bow
out of the material as it feeds. However, when the material exits the
planer, the pressure of the rollers
and cutter head will release allowing the wood to spring back into a
bowed formation. To properly
remove the bow, use a jointer.
Changing the Planer Knives
WARNING: DISCONNECT THE PLANER FROM THE POWER
SOURCE BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO CHANGE OR ACCESS THE
KNIVES.
TO CHANGE PLANER KNIVES
1. Use the T-wrench to remove the four screws in the top of the
planer.
2. Lift the top off (Fig. 1) and place it aside.
3. Remove the three wing nuts that seal the dust shroud over the
cutter head.
4. Rotate the dust shroud up so the round connection that locks
onto the fan housing is in the open position (Fig. 2).
5. Push the dust shroud to the left so it disengages from the fan
housing.
6. Take the dust shroud out of the unit (Fig. 3) and set it aside.
7. The cutter head is now exposed.
BOWED WOOD WILL BE
FLATTENED BY FEED ROLLERS
AND CUTTER HEAD…
…BUT BOW WILL RETURN
AFTER WOOD IS PLANED
TOP FLAT
BOTTOM FLAT
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If the eight screws in the cutter head clamp are not visible, use
a piece of scrap wood to carefully rotate the cutter head (Fig. 4)
until the screws are accessible and the cutter head lock lever
(R) engages. This will prevent further rotation of the cutter head
as you change the knives.
WARNING: KEEPYOUR FINGERS AWAY FROM THE CUTTER
HEAD AT ALL TIMES. USE THE TOOL PROVIDED TO HANDLE
THE KNIVES.
8. Use the T-wrench to remove the eight screws on the knife
clamp and set them in the small screws bin (S) on the front
panel of the planer (Fig. 5).
9. Use the magnets on the top of the T-wrench to attract the knife
clamp and lift it off of the cutter head. One of the knives should
now be exposed.
10. Use the magnet (T) on the top of the T-wrench (Fig. 6) to attract
the knife. Avoid touching it with your fingers.
If only one side of the knife is worn:
1. Turn the knife around so that the sharp, unused edge hangs
over the end of the cutter head where it will cut the material. Be
sure to set the oblong holes in the knife over the pins machined
on the cutter head.
2. Reset the knife clamp over the knife. Be sure to align the
beveled edge on the clamp with the sharp, cutting edge of the
knife. If these are not aligned correctly, the clamp will not
secure the knife properly.
3. Install the screws into the clamp and tighten sufficiently.
To access the other two knives:
1. Depress the cutter head lock lever (R) as shown in Figure 4.
2. Use the piece of scrap wood to carefully turn the cutter head
until it locks into place revealing another knife clamp.
3. Follow the same knife change procedure indicated above.
FIG. 4
FIG. 6
FIG. 5
FIG. 2
FIG. 3
R
S
T
FIG. 1
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4. Repeat the procedure for the last dull knife.
After installing new knives:
1. Insert the round end of the dust shroud into the fan housing and
rotate it down to lock it into place.
2. Place the three wing nuts back into the shroud.
3. Screw the top cover of the planer back onto the unit.
NOTE: THE PLANER WILL NOT OPERATE IF THE TOP COVER
IS NOT PLACED CORRECTLY.
MAINTENANCE
Brush Change
Your planer is equipped with brush caps
(U) that are external to the motor. If your
brushes need to be replaced, begin by
acquiring a new set from a D
EWALT
service center or a dealer authorized
to service D
EWALT products. Use only
identical D
EWALT brushes.
TO REPLACE THE BRUSHES ON
YOUR PLANER
TURN OFF THE PLANER AND UNPLUG
IT FROM THE POWER SOURCE.
1. Use the T-wrench to remove the top
cover and brush cover screen on the
planer.
2. Use a flathead screwdriver to unscrew
the brush cap located in the right, rear of the unit (V).
3. Do the same for the brush cap located on the side of the motor,
inside the planer cover.
4. Place the new brushes into the brush holders.
5. After installing the brushes, replace the top cover and brush
cover screen.
6. Before using the planer, run the unit for 10 minutes to seat new
brushes.
NOTE: If existing brushes do not need replacing, be sure to maintain the same orientation when you reinstall them.
Calibrating the Depth Adjustment Scale
The depth adjustment scale (N) on
your planer is set at the factory.
However, with extended use, the
depth adjustment scale could show
an incorrect measurement.
To check the depth adjustment scale,
plane a piece of scrap wood, noting
the measurement on the depth
adjustment scale.
Measure the finished thickness of the
workpiece. If the thickness of the
workpiece does not match the reading on the depth adjustment
scale, loosen the two screws (W) on the red indicator. Adjust the
pointer up or down until its reading matches the finished thickness
of the workpiece. Securely re-tighten the screws.
Base Maintenance
Keep the table clean and free from oil, grease, and pitch. Treat the
table with paste wax to help maintain its smooth finish.
Circuit Breaker Reset
Button
Your planer is equipped with an 18 amp
circuit breaker. If your planer becomes
overloaded and stops operating, turn off
the planer, let the unit sit for 2 minutes and
press the reset button (X) before you
resume working.
U
N
W
X
V
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WARNING: To prevent the planer from starting unexpectedly if
power is interrupted by a circuit breaker trip, make sure the switch
is in the OFF position before restoring power.
NOTE: Circuit breaker overload is often the result of dull knives.
Change your knives on a regular basis to avoid tripping your
breaker. Check your knives before re-setting the circuit breaker
and continuing to plane.
See the Troubleshooting Guide on page 14 for additional information on circuit breaker trips.
Replacing the Drive Belt
Drive belts are available at extra cost at DEWALT authorized
service centers. Replacement of the drive belt should be performed
by qualified service personnel.
Chip Ejection Fan
The chip ejection fan on your planer should be
cleaned or cleared of debris periodically.
NOTE: TURN OFF AND UNPLUG THE PLANER
PRIOR TO ACCESSING THE CHIP EJECTION
FAN.
TO ACCESS THE FAN
1. Remove the top cover of the planer with the T-wrench.
2. Remove the dust shroud (Fig. 2, 3) and place it aside.
3. Remove the screws around the fan housing.
4. Remove the fan housing and place it aside as shown. The fan
will now be exposed for cleaning.
See the Troubleshooting Guide, page 14, for additional information.
WARNING: Be sure to properly attach the fan housing and
assemble the shroud and top cover correctly before using your
planer again.
Accessories
Recommended accessories for use with your tool are available at
extra cost from your distributor or local service center.
Four accessories are available for the DW735 Thickness Planer.
• DW7350 Mobile Stand
• DW7351 Folding Tables
• DW7352 13" Knives
• DW7353 Chip Ejection Accessory
CAUTION: The use of any other accessory not recommended
for use with this tool could be hazardous.
If you need any assistance in locating these accessories, please
contact D
EWALT Industrial Tool Co., 701 East Joppa Road,
Baltimore, MD 21286 or call 1-800-4-D
EWALT (1-800-433-9258) or
www.dewalt.com
DW7351 Accessory Folding Tables
WARNING: For your own safety, read the tool instruction man-
ual before attaching the tables. Failure to heed these warnings
may result in personal injury and serious damage to the planer
and the accessory. When servicing this tool, use only identical
replacement parts. Have damaged cords replaced by an authorized service center.
Your DW7351 folding table box should include:
2 folding tables 4 Allen cap screws
4 springs 4 nuts
4 stepped Allen bolts
SET-UP AND INSTALLATION OF
BASE HARDWARE
1. Place planer on a secure table or workbench. Position planer so
the front 3-4" of the base can be accessed from the underside.
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2. Secure the rear of the planer to the table/bench with nails or
screws to prevent it from tilting or falling from the table.
WARNING: The planer could tilt or fall from the table if it is not
properly secured opposite the end where the folding table is being
installed. Serious injury may result.
3. Place the spring onto the small end of the stepped Allen bolt.
4. Insert the end of the bolt with the spring around it into the larger hole on the side of the base.
5. Push the stepped Allen bolt all the way through the hole in the
first rib on the underside of the planer. The spring should
engage the rib slightly and the threads should show on the
right side of the rib.
6. On the underside of the planer,
use a wrench to hold the nut in
place while turning the stepped
bolt into it. The T-wrench on your
planer can be used to turn the
stepped bolt until it is fully
secured (Fig. 7).
7. Install the smaller Allen screw
into the lower threaded hole
on the side of the base. Use
the T-wrench to tighten that fastener securely (Fig. 8).
8. Depress the top Allen pin until it is flush with the base and slide
the top hole of the table over the pin and release the pin so
they lock together (Fig. 8, 9).
9. To attach the table to the rear of the planer, install the bolts and
spring following the above procedure.
Your tables should now fold up and down on the top Allen screw
and rest on the bottom screw while in position for planing.
NOTE: To transport the planer with the tables, fold them up and
carry the unit as recommended by the planer manual.
WARNING: For your own safety, it is recommended that two
people carry this machine or serious injury could result.
TO REMOVE THE TABLES
1. Depress the spring-loaded bolts on the base and slide each
end of the table toward you so they disengage the holes in the
tables. You may want to use the T-wrench from your planer to
push the bolts flush with the base to easily remove the tables.
2. Leave the hardware (stepped bolts and small Allen cap screw)
in the base until you need to re-attach the tables.
Repairs
To assure product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, maintenance and adjustment should be performed by authorized service
centers or other qualified service personnel. Always use identical
replacement parts.
Three Year Limited Warranty
DEWALT will repair, without charge, any defects due to faulty materials or workmanship for three years from the date of purchase.
This warranty does not cover part failure due to normal wear or tool
abuse. For further detail of warranty coverage and warranty repair
information, visit www.dewalt.com or call 1-800-4-D
EWALT (1-800-
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FIG. 8
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433-9258). This warranty does not apply to
accessories or damage caused where repairs
have been made or attempted by others. This
warranty gives you specific legal rights and you
may have other rights which vary in certain
states or provinces.
In addition to the warranty, D
EWALT tools are
covered by our:
1 YEAR FREE SERVICE
D
EWALT will maintain the tool and replace
worn parts caused by normal use, for free, any
time during the first year after purchase.
90 DAY MONEY BACK GUARANTEE
If you are not completely satisfied with the
performance of your D
EWALT Power Tool,
Laser, or Nailer for any reason, you can return
it within 90 days from the date of purchase with
a receipt for a full refund – no questions asked.
RECONDITIONED PRODUCT: Reconditioned
product is covered under the 1 Year Free
Service Warranty. The 90 Day Money Back
Guarantee and the Three Year Limited
Warranty do not apply to reconditioned product.
FREE WARNING LABEL REPLACEMENT:
If your warning labels become illegible or are
missing, call 1-800-4-D
EWALT for a free
replacement.
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Troubleshooting Guide
IF THE UNIT DOES NOT RUN, CHECK TO SEE:
• if the unit is plugged in.
• if the dust shroud is properly in place.
• if the top cover is properly in place.
• if the circuit breaker needs to be reset.
IF THE MATERIAL DOES NOT FEED PROPERLY, CHECK FOR:
• excess clogging in the dust shroud.
• excess oil/debris from feed rollers.
• excessively twisted, cupped or bowed material.
• a broken drive belt.
IF CHIPS DO NOT EJECT FROM THE REAR OF THE UNIT, CHECK TO SEE:
• if the dust shroud is properly in place.
• if the dust shroud and fan are clogged or obstructed.
IF THE CIRCUIT BREAKER TRIPS:
• check for dull knives. Dull knives could cause motor overloading.
• reduce depth of cut. An overly aggressive cut could cause motor overloading.
• drop feed rate to 14ft/min. A reduction in feed rate will reduce the load on the motor and prevent breaker trips.
IF THE BRANCH (HOUSE/SHOP) CIRCUIT BREAKER TRIPS REPEATEDLY:
• unplug or turn off other devices sharing the circuit with the planer OR use the planer on another branch
circuit by itself.
• check for dull knives. Dull knives could cause motor overloading.
• reduce depth of cut. An overly aggressive cut could cause motor overloading.
• drop feed rate to 14ft/min. A reduction in feed rate will reduce the load on the motor and prevent breaker trips.
NOTE: Even under normal loading conditions, other electrical loads on the same branch circuit may cause the
circuit breaker to trip.
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