Keep this manual handy and in good condition for continual reference
Dok.ID: 504010-901_02 • Englisch • 2011-02-09
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Note: Year of construction
The machine number of this machine will be printed on this operating manual
The final two digits of the machine number show the year of construction of this machine
e.g. XXX.XX.XXX.10 -> Year of manufacture 2010
Attention!
The machine must be inspected immediately upon arrival. If the machine has been damaged during
transport, or if any parts are missing, a written record of the problems must be submitted to the
forwarding agent and a damage report compiled. Also be sure to notify your supplier immediately.
For the safety of all personnel, it is necessary to conscientiously study this manual before assembly and
operation. This manual must be kept in good condition, and should be considered as part of the machine.
Furthermore, the manual must be kept to hand and within the vicinity of the machine so that it is
accessible to operators when using, maintaining or repairing the machine.
11.2 What to do if a fault develops .....................................................................................58
11.3 What to do after rectifying the fault ..............................................................................58
11.4 Faults, causes and repairs ...........................................................................................59
11.5 Resharpen or replace the planer knife ...........................................................................60
11.5.1 Reversing/replacing the system planer blades ...........................................................61
11.5.2 Sharpening/changing the standard planer knives .....................................................62
11.6 Correcting the angle of the planing fence ......................................................................63
12 Index ......................................................................................................... 66
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1 General
1.1 Symbol legend
General
Important technical safety instructions in this manual are
marked with symbols.
These instructions for work safety must be followed.
Warning! Risk of injury or death
This symbol marks instructions that must be followed in order to avoid harm to one›s health, injuries,
permanent impairment or death.
Attention! Risk of material damage!
This symbol marks instructions which, if not observed, may lead to material damage, functional failures
and/or machine breakdown.
Warning! Danger! Electric current!
This symbol warns of potentially dangerous situations related to electric current. Not observing the safety
instructions increases the risk of serious injury or death. All electrical repairs must be carried out by a
qualified electrician.
Note:
This symbol marks tips and information which should be observed to ensure efficient and failure-free
operation of the machine.
In all these particular cases, special attention must be
paid in order to avoid accidents, injury to persons or
material damage.
1.2 Information about the manual
This manual describes how to operate the machine
properly and safely. Be sure to follow the safety tips and
instructions stated here as well as any local accident
prevention regulations and general safety regulations.
Before beginning any work on the machine, ensure that
the manual, in particular the chapter entitled “Safety”
and the respective safety guidelines, has been read in its
entirety and fully understood. This manual is an integral
part of the machine and must therefore be kept in the
direct vicinity of the machine and be accessible at all
times. If the machine is sold, rented, lent or otherwise
transferred to another party, the manual must
accompany the machine.
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General
1.3 Liability and warranty
The contents and instructions in this manual were
compiled in consideration of current regulations and
state-of-the-art technology as well as based on our knowhow and experience acquired over many years. This
manual must be read carefully before commencing any
work on or with this machine. The manufacturer shall
not be liable for damage and or faults resulting from the
disregard of instructions in the manual. The texts and
images do not necessarily represent the delivery
contents. The images and graphics are not depicted on
1.4 Copyright
This manual should be handled confidentially. It is
designated solely for those persons who work on or with
the machine. All descriptions, texts, drawings, photos
and other depictions are protected by copyright and
other commercial laws. Illegal use of the materials is
punishable by law.
This manual, in its entirety or parts thereof, may not
be transferred to third parties or copied in any way or
a 1:1 scale. The actual delivery contents are dependent
on custom-build specifications, add-on options or recent
technical modifications and may therefore deviate from
the descriptions, instructions and images contained in
the manual. Should any questions arise, please contact
the manufacturer. We reserve the right to make technical
modifications to the product in order to further improve
user-friendliness and develop its functionality.
form, and its contents may not be used or otherwise
communicated without the express written consent of the
manufacturer.
Infringement of these rights may lead to a demand for
compensation or other applicable claims. We reserve all
rights in exercising commercial protection laws.
1.5 Warranty notice
A separate warranty notice, which conforms to the specific regulations of the respective country, is enclosed.
1.6 Spare parts
Attention! Risk of material damage!
Non genuine, counterfeit or faulty spare parts may result in damage, cause malfunction or
complete breakdown of the machine.
If unauthorised spare parts are fitted into the machine,
all warranty, service, compensation and liability claims
against the manufacturer and their contractors, dealers
and representatives shall be rejected.
Note: The original spare parts that have been authorised for use are listed in a separate spare parts cata-
logue, enclosed in the documentation package supplied with the machine.
Use only genuine spare parts supplied by the
manufacturer.
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1.7 Disposal
General
If the machine is to be disposed of, separate the
components into the various materials groups in order to
allow them to be reused or selectively disposed of. The
whole structure is made of steel and can therefore be
dismantled without difficulties.
This material is also easy to dispose of and does not
Attention! Used electrical materials, electronic components, lubricants and other auxiliary substances must
be treated as hazardous waste and may only be disposed of by specialised, licensed firms.
pollute the environment or jeopardise public health.
Always comply with international environmental
regulations and local disposal laws.
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Safety
2 Safety
At the time of its development and production, the
machine was built in accordance with prevailing
technological regulations and therefore conforms to
industry safety standards.
However, hazards may arise should the machine be
operated by untrained personnel, used improperly or
employed for purposes other than those it was designed
for. The chapter entitled “Safety” offers an overview
of all the important safety considerations necessary to
2.1 Intended use
The planer-thicknesser HAMMER A3-26, A3-31, A3-41
has been designed solely for surface planing, thickness
planing and mortising wood and similarly machinable
materials. Machining materials other than wood is
Attention! Any use outside of the machine‘s intended purpose shall be considered improper and is therefore not permitted. All claims regarding damage resulting from improper use that are made against the
manufacturer and its authorised representatives shall be rejected. The operator shall be solely liable for
any damage that results from improper use of the machine.
optimise safety and ensure the safe and trouble-free
operation of the machine.
To further minimise risks, the other chapters of this
manual contain specific safety instructions, all marked
with symbols. Besides the various instructions, there are
a number of pictograms, signs and labels affixed to the
machine that must also be heeded. These must be kept
visible and must not be removed.
only permitted with the express written consent of the
manufacturer. Operational safety is guaranteed only
when the machine is used for the intended purposes.
The term “proper use” also refers to correctly observing
the operating conditions as well as the specifications and
instructions in this manual.
The machine may only be operated with original
manufacturer parts and accessories.
2.2 Manual contents
All those appointed to work on or with the machine must
have fully read and understood the manual before
commencing any work. This requirement must be met
even if the appointed person is familiar with the
operation of such a machine or a similar one, or has
been trained by the manufacturer.
Knowledge about the contents of this manual is a
prerequisite for protecting personnel from hazards and
avoiding mistakes so that the machine may be operated
in a safe and trouble free manner. It is recommended
that the operator requests proof from the personnel
that the contents of the manual have been read and
understood.
2.3 Making changes and modifications to the machine
In order to minimise risks and to ensure optimal
performance, it is strictly prohibited to alter, retrofit or
modify the machine in any way without the express
consent of the manufacturer.
All the pictograms, signs and labels affixed to the
machine must be kept visible, readable and may not be
removed. Pictograms, signs and labels that have become
damaged or unreadable must be replaced promptly.
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2.4 Responsibilities of the operator
Safety
This manual must be kept in the immediate vicinity of
the machine and be accessible at all times to all persons
working on or with the machine. The machine may
only be operated if it is in proper working order and in
safe condition. The general condition of the machine
must be controlled and the machine must be inspected
for visible defects every time before it is switched on.
All instructions in this manual must be strictly followed
without reservation.
Further to the safety advice and instructions stated in
this manual, it is necessary to consider and observe
2.5 Personnel requirements
Only authorised and trained personnel may work on
and with the machine. Personnel must be briefed about
all functions and potential dangers of the machine.
“Specialist staff“ is a term that refers to those who – due
to their professional training, know-how, experience, and
knowledge of relevant regulations – are in a position to
assess delegated tasks and recognise potential risks. If
the personnel lack the necessary knowledge for working
on or with the machine, they must first be trained.
Responsibility for working with the machine (installation,
service, maintenance, overhaul) must be clearly defined
and strictly observed. Only those persons who can be
expected to carry out their work reliably may be given
permission to work on or with the machine. Personnel
local accident prevention regulations, general safety
regulations and current environmental stipulations that
apply to the operational range of the machine.
The operator and designated personnel are responsible
for the trouble-free operation of the machine as well as
for clearly establishing who is in charge of installing,
servicing, maintaining and cleaning the machine.
Machines, tools and accessories must be kept out of the
reach of children.
must refrain from working in ways that could harm others,
the environment or the machine itself. It is absolutely
forbidden for anyone who is under the influence of
drugs, alcohol or reaction-impairing medication to work
on or with the machine. When appointing personnel to
work on the machine, it is necessary to observe all local
regulations regarding age and professional status. The
user is also responsible for ensuring that unauthorised
persons remain at a safe distance from the machine.
Personnel are obliged to immediately report any
irregularities with the machine that might compromise
safety to the operator.
2.6 Work safety
Following the safety advice and instructions given in this
manual can prevent bodily injury and material
damage while working on and with the machine. Failure
to observe these instructions can lead to bodily injury
and damage to or destruction of the machine. Disregard
of the safety advice and instructions given in this manual
as well as the accident prevention regulations and
general safety regulations applicable to the operative
range of the machine shall release the manufacturer and
their authorised representatives from any liability and
from all compensation claims.
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Safety
2.7 Personal protective equipment
When working on or with the machine, the following
must be strictly observed:
Persons with long hair who are not wearing a hairnet are not permitted to work on or with the machine!
It is prohibited to wear gloves while working on or with the machine!
When working on or with the machine, the following must always be worn by personnel:
Protective clothes
Sturdy, tight-fitting clothing (tear-resistant, no wide sleeves).
Protective footwear
that protect the feet from heavy falling objects and prevent sliding on slippery floors
Hearing protection
To protect against loss of hearing
2.8 Machine hazards
The machine has undergone a hazard analysis. The
design and construction of the machine are based on the
results of this analysis and correspond to state-of-the-art
technology.
The machine is considered operationally safe when used
properly.
Nevertheless, there are some remaining risks that must be
considered.
The machine runs with high electrical voltage.
Warning! Danger! Electric current:
Electrical energy can cause serious bodily injury. Damaged insulation materials or defective individual
components can cause a life-threatening electrical shock.
• Before carrying out any maintenance, cleaning and
repair work, switch off the machine and ensure that it
can not be accidentally switched on again.
• When carrying out any work on the electrical
equipment, ensure that the voltage supply is
completely isolated.
• Do not remove any safety devices or alter them to
prevent them from functioning correctly.
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2.9 Other risks
Warning! Risk of injury!
Even if the safety measures are complied with, there are still certain associated risks that must be considered when working on the machine:
Safety
• Risk of injury when changing the planer knives
• Risk of injury through accidental contact with the rota-
ting cutterblock
• Risk of injury due to ejected workpieces
• Risk of injury from workpiece kickback. (when surface
planing)
• Hearing damage as a result of high noise levels
• Health impairments due to the inhalation of airborne
particles, especially when working with beech and
oak wood.
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Declaration of Conformity
3 Declaration of Conformity
EG-Declaration of Conformity
according to Machine Guidelines 2006/42/EG
We hereby declare that the machine indicated below, which corresponds to the design and construction of the model
we placed on the market, conforms with the health and safety requirements as stated by the EC.
Manufacturer: Felder KGKR-FELDER-STR.1A-6060 Hall in Tirol
The following EC guidelines were applied: 2006/42/EG
2006/95/EG
2004/108/EG
The following harmonised norms were applied: EN 861
The prototype test was carried out by: Fachausschuss Holz
Prüf- und Zertifizierungsstelle im BG-Prüfzert
Vollmoellerstraße 11
D-70563 Stuttgart
NB 0392
Conformity with the EC Machine Guidelines certified by: EG-Design Test Certificate No. HO 101055
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This EC Declaration of Conformity is valid only if the CE label has been affixed to the machine.
Modifying or altering the machine without the express written agreement of the manufacturer shall render the
warranty null and void.
The signatory of this statement is the appointed agent for
the compilation of the technical information
Hall in Tirol, 1.1.2010
Johann Felder, Managing Director FELDER KG
KR-FELDER-STR.1 • A-6060 Hall in Tirol
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4 Technical specifications
4.1 Dimensions and weight
Technical specifications
Fig. 4-1: Dimensions
Machine A3-26 A3-31 A3-41
Total length (A) 1255 mm 1535 mm 1933 mm
Overall width (B) 740 mm 790 mm 890 mm
Working height - Planer tables (C) 850 mm 850 mm 850 mm
Total planer table length (D) 1120 mm 1400 mm 1800 mm
Surface planing width (E) 260 mm 310 mm 410 mm
Weight 195 kg 240 kg 295 kg
Machine including packaging A3-26 A3-31 A3-41
Length 1160 mm 1410 mm 1810 mm
)
Width
Height 1090 mm 1090 mm 1090 mm
Weight 255 kg 300 kg 355 kg
*
*
540 mm 580 mm 770 mm
)
The transport width measures under 800 mm. This makes it possible to transport the machine through doorways.
4.2 Electrical connection
Mains voltage 230/400 ±10% V
Safeguarding 16 A
triggering characteristic C
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Technical specifications
4.3 Drive motor
The actual values can be found on the data plate.
Alternating-current motorThree-phase current motor
Motor voltage 1x 230 V 3x 400 V
Motor frequency 50/60 Hz 50/60 Hz
)
Motor power A3-26 S6-40 %
Motor power A3-31 S6-40 %
Motor power A3-41 S6-40 %
System of protection IP 55 IP 55
)
*
S6 = 10 minute operation under load and intermittent service; 40% = relative operating factor, i.e. the motor may be run at the
nominal capacity for 4 minutes and afterwards must run idle for 6 minutes.
*
1,9 kW –
)
*
3,0 kW 3,0 kW
)
*
3,0 kW 4,0 kW
4.4 Chip extraction
A3- 26 A3-31 / A3-41 Drilling unit
Extractor port diameter 100 mm 120 mm 120 mm
Air speed 20 m/s 20 m/s 20 m/s
Vacuum, min. 740 Pa 740 Pa 855 Pa
Volume flow, min. (at 20 m/s) 565 m³/h 814 m³/h 814 m³/h
4.5 Operation and storage conditions
Operating/room temperature +10° to +40° C
Storage temperature –10° to +50 °C
Attention! Risk of material damage!
Only operate the machine in ambient temperatures from +10° to +40° C.
If the instructions are not followed, damage may occur during storage.
4.6 Particle emission
The machine was tested for particle emissions according
to DIN 33893. The Wood Authority ascertained,
according to the “Principles for Testing Particle
Emissions” (workplace-related particle concentrations) of
woodworking machines, that the particle emission values
for this machine are notably below the currently valid
atmospheric limit of 2.0 mg/m³. This is certified by the
blue label “BG Wood Particle Tested”.
4.7 Noise emission
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Technical specifications
The specified values are emission values and therefore
do not represent safe workplace values. Even though
a relationship exists between particle emission and
noise emission levels, an inference cannot be made
about whether additional safety measures need to
be implemented. Factors which can significantly
affect the emission level that presently exists at the
workplace include duration of the effect, characteristics
Note:
Ear protection must always be worn; however, such
protection cannot be considered a substitute for properly
sharpened tools.
In order to keep noise emission to a minimum, be sure to always use sharpened planer knives.
of the workspace, and other ambient influences. The
permissible workplace values may also differ from
country to country. Nevertheless, this information is
provided to help the operator better assess hazards
and risks. Depending on the
location of the machine and other specific conditions, the
actual noise emission values may deviate significantly
from the specified values.
An allowance must be made to compensate for tolerances with the specified emission values K= 4 dB (A).
4.7.1 Surface planing
Acoustic power level according to EN ISO 3746
Idle 89,3 dB (A)
Working 100,0 dB (A)
Emission values at the workplace according to EN ISO 11202
Idle 84,7 dB (A)
Working 90,3 dB (A)
4.7.2 Thickness planing
Acoustic power level according to EN ISO 3746
Working position 1 (feeder-side)
Idle 89,3 dB (A)
Working 98,5 dB (A)
Emission values at the workplace according to EN ISO 11202
Working position 1 (feeder-side)
Idle 75,2 dB (A)
Working 89,8 dB (A)
Working position 2 (receiver-side)
Idle 71,5 dB (A)
Working 89,0 dB (A)
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Technical specifications
4.8 Cutterblock
Cutterblock diameter (knife flight)-Ø 72 mm
Number of knives 3
Speed 50/60 Hz 5000/6000 min
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4.9 Planer unit
A3-26 A3-31 A3-41
Maximum depth of cut 4 mm 4 mm 4 mm
Surface planing width 260 mm 310 mm 410 mm
Planer table length 540 mm 628/730 mm 880 mm
Total planer table length 1120 mm 1400 mm 1800 mm
Length of surface planer fence 150 x 750 mm 150 x 1100 mm 150 x 1100 mm
Planer fence, tiltable from 90° to -45°
4.10 Thicknesser unit
A3-26 A3-31 A3-41
Thicknessing width 254 mm 304 mm 404 mm
Thicknesser table length 540 mm 540 mm 600 mm
Thicknessing height, min./max. 4/225 mm 4/225 mm 4/225 mm
Feeder 6,5 m/min 6,5 m/min 6,5 m/min
Note:
The maximum depth of cut is directly related to the following factors:
Measured from the middle of the cutterblock/drilling tool and the front edge of the drilling chuck guard.
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5 Assembly
5.1 Overview
$
%
Assembly
&
/
(
#
"
)
!
Fig. 5-1: Overview
! Housing with drive motor and gearbox
" Thicknesser unit
# Vacuum hood with vacuum connector
$ Bridge guard
% Planer table, receiver-side
& Combination fence (with rear cover for the cutter-
block)
/ Planer table, feeder-side
( Cutterblock with thread for mortising chuck
) Switching point
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Assembly
5.2 Accessories
System handwheel
Art. No. 12.1.311
"
!
Fig. 5-2: Digital clock
!
Digital clock
Art. No. 01.1.202 (Display in “mm”)
Art. No. 01.2.202 (Display in “inch”)
The digital display is built into both the thicknessing
height adjustment system handwheel and the drilling
height adjustment system handwheel (drilling support is
an add-on option).
Exact adjustments to one tenth of a millimeter are possible with the digital display
(See assembly instructions „Digital clock“)
!Digital clock
" System handwheel
2-jaw drilling chuck
Art. No. 500-118
"
The drilling chuck is mounted onto the cutterblock. The
mortising chuck holds the mortising tools
(See assembly instructions „Drilling chuck and coupler
unit“)
Fig. 5-3: 2-jaw drilling chuck
Fig. 5-4: Drilling chuck and coupler unit
!
! 2-jaw drilling chuck
" Cutterblock
Mortising table / Coupler unit
Art. No. 501-117
The coupler unit is mounted onto the machine frame.
Hang the mortising support into the coupling device and
secure it
(See assembly instructions „Drilling chuck and coupler
unit“ and „Mortising table“)
! Mortising table
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Fig. 5-5: Rolling carriage
Assembly
Rolling carriage
Art. No. 503-134
Mount the rolling carriage onto the machine housing.
The rolling carriage facilitates the task of positioning the
machine
(See assembly instructions „Rolling carriage“)
Fig. 5-6: Lifting bar
!
Lifting bar
Art. No. 500-149
Hook the lifting bar under the rolling carriage coupling
(Accessory).
The lifting bar and the rolling carriage facilitate the task
of maneouvring the machine in the most confined space.
(See assembly instructions „Lifting bar“)
Mount the table extension onto the planer tables. The
table extension is a safe support for longer workpieces
The table can be extended by 400 or 800 mm
(See assembly instructions „Table extension“)
! Table extension
" Mounting Rail for Table Extension
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Assembly
5.3 Data plate
Fig. 5-8: Layout of the data plate
The data plate is found on the back of the machine.
! Data plate
!
Fig. 5-9: Data plate
The data plate displays the following specifications:
• Model designation
• Machine number
• Voltage
• Phases
• Frequency
• Power
• Power supply
• Year of construction
• Manufacturer information
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5.4 Safety devices
5.4.1 Safety break switches
Assembly
The cutter block will only run when the safety switch is
deactivated by the planer tables or extraction hood.
! Break switch for the planer tables
!
Fig. 5-10: Safety break switches
5.4.2 Bridge guard
!
Fig. 5-11: Bridge guard
Note: Instructions to adjust the bridge guard are given in the respective working techniques descriptions.
"
#
$
The bridge guard covers the cutterblock when surface
planing.