Harbor Freight Tools 95838 User Manual
31/4” ELECTRIC PLANER
Model
95838
SET UP AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
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3491 Mission Oaks Blvd., Camarillo, CA 93011
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Read this material before using this product.
Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
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Freight Tools. Diagrams within this manual may not be drawn proportionally. Due to continuing improvements,
actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein. Tools required for assembly and service
may not be included.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Electrical Requirements 120 V~ / 60 Hz / 6 A
Drum Speed 16,000 RPM
Cutting Speed 32,000 CPM (2 knife drum)
Planing Capacity 0” – 5/64” (single pass)
Maximum Rabbet Depth
5
/16”
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You will need this manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly, operating, inspection, maintenance and cleaning procedures, parts list and assembly diagram.
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
WARNING!
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS
Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in
electric shock, fire, and/or serious injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WORK AREA
Keep your work area clean and well lit. 1. Cluttered benches and dark areas invite
accidents.
Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the pres-2.
ence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Power tools create sparks which may
ignite the dust or fumes.
Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while operating a power tool. 3.
Distractions can cause you to lose control. Protect others in the work area from
debris such as chips and sparks. Provide barriers or shields as needed.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
Grounded tools must be plugged into an outlet properly installed and grounded 1.
in accordance with all codes and ordinances. Never remove the grounding
prong or modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs. Check with
a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly
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grounded. If the tools should electrically malfunction or break down, grounding
provides a low resistance path to carry electricity away from the user.
Double insulated tools are equipped with a polarized plug (one blade is wider 2.
than the other). This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug
does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact
a qualified electrician to install a polarized outlet. Do not change the plug
in any way. Double insulation eliminates the need for the three wire grounded
power cord and grounded power supply system.
Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges, 3.
and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is
grounded.
Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. 4. Water entering a power
tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
Do not abuse the Power Cord. Never use the Power Cord to carry the tools or 5.
pull the Plug from an outlet. Keep the Power Cord away from heat, oil, sharp
edges, or moving parts. Replace damaged Power Cords immediately. Dam-
aged Power Cords increase the risk of electric shock.
When operating a power tool outside, use an outdoor extension cord marked 6.
“W-A” or “W”. These extension cords are rated for outdoor use, and reduce the
risk of electric shock.
PERSONAL SAFETY
Stay alert. Watch what you are doing, and use common sense when operat-1.
ing a power tool. Do not use a power tool while tired or under the influence
of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power
tools may result in serious personal injury.
Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Contain long hair. 2.
Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes,
jewelry, or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
Avoid accidental starting. Be sure the Power Switch is off before plugging 3.
in. Carrying power tools with your finger on the Power Switch, or plugging in power
tools with the Power Switch on, invites accidents.
Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the power tool on. 4. A
wrench or a key that is left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result
in personal injury.
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. 5. Proper footing
and balance enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.
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Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. 6. Dust mask, nonskid safety
shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection must be used for appropriate conditions. Al-
ways wear ANSI-approved safety goggles and a dust mask/respirator when using
or performing maintenance on this tool.
TOOL USE AND CARE
Do not force the tool. Use the correct tool for your application. 1. The correct
tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is designed. Do not force
the tool and do not use the tool for a purpose for which it is not intended.
Do not use the power tool if the Power Switch does not turn it on or off. 2. Any
tool that cannot be controlled with the Power Switch is dangerous and must be
replaced.
Disconnect the Power Cord Plug from the power source before making any 3.
adjustments, changing accessories, or storing the tool. Such preventive safety
measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally. Always unplug the tool
from its electrical outlet before performing any inspection, maintenance, or
cleaning procedures.
Store idle tools out of reach of children and other untrained persons. 4. Tools
are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
Maintain tools with care. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean.5. Properly main-
tained tools with a sharp cutting edge are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
Do not use a damaged tool. Tag damaged tools “Do not use” until repaired.
Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and any 6.
other condition that may affect the tool’s operation. If damaged, have the tool
serviced before using. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained tools.
Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your 7.
model. Accessories that may be suitable for one tool may become hazardous
when used on another tool.
SERVICE
Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel. 1. Service or
maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury.
When servicing a tool, use only identical replacement parts. Follow instruc-2.
tions in the “Inspection, Maintenance, And Cleaning” section of this manual.
Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow maintenance instructions may create
a risk of electric shock or injury.
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SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
Wait for the cutter to stop before setting the tool down. 1. An exposed cutter may
engage the surface leading to possible loss of control and serious injury.
Use clamps or another practical way to secure and support the workpiece 2.
to a stable platform. Holding the work by hand or against your body leaves it
unstable and may lead to loss of control.
Maintain labels and nameplates on the tool. 3. These carry important information.
If unreadable or missing, contact Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement.
Maintain a safe working environment. 4. Make sure there is adequate surrounding
workspace. Do not use this product in a damp or wet location.
When using a handheld power tool, always maintain a firm grip on the tool 5.
with both hands to resist starting torque.
Avoid unintentional starting. 6. Make sure you are prepared to begin work before
plugging in the tool. Set the Depth Adjustment Knob (24) to the P (park) position
after using tool.
Keep the extension cord away from moving parts on the tool.7.
Never leave the tool unattended when it is plugged into an electrical outlet. 8.
Turn off the tool, and unplug it from its electrical outlet before leaving.
Remove all foreign objects, such as nails or metal fragments, from the work-9.
piece before planing. Do not use to plane non-wood materials.
CAUTION; knives are very sharp and are double-edged! 10. Wear heavy-duty
leather work gloves at all times when working on or near a knife.
Never try to clear dust chute with item plugged in or moving. 11. Do not try to use
your finger to clear the chute.
Confirm that dust chute is directed towards bag or dust collection system (not 12.
included) before use. Do not use without a dust bag or dust collection system.
Verify that knife retaining screws are securely pressed against the knife drum, 13.
holding the knife firmly in place before use. Also, confirm that the knives are
properly aligned.
Start tool off of workpiece. 14. Allow tool to reach full speed. Observe for vibration
or noise indicating unbalanced knives. If noted, remedy before use.
Change both knives at once. 15. Changing knives individually could result in imbal-
ance.
People with pacemakers should consult their physician(s) before using this 16.
product. Electromagnetic fields in close proximity to a heart pacemaker could cause
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interference to or failure of the pacemaker. In addition, people with pacemakers
should adhere to the following:
• Avoid operating power tools alone.
• Don’t use a power tool with the power switch locked on.
• If powered via a power cord be certain that the tool is properly grounded. A ground
fault interrupt (GFCI) system is also a good precaution. This inexpensive device is
a good safety measure because it prevents a sustained electrical shock.
• Properly maintain and inspect all tools before use to avoid electrical shock.
WARNING: Some dust created by power planing, sanding, sawing, grinding, 17.
drilling, and other construction activities, contains chemicals known [to the
State of California] 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 or other masonry products
Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber
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 spe-
cially designed to filter out microscopic particles. (California Health & Safety Code
§ 25249.5, et seq.)
GROUNDING
WARNING!
Improperly connecting the grounding wire can result in the risk of electric shock.
Check with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is
properly grounded. Do not modify the power cord plug provided with the tool.
Never remove the grounding prong from the plug. Do not use the tool if the
power cord or plug is damaged. If damaged, have it repaired by a service facility before use. If the plug will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by
a qualified electrician.
GROUNDED TOOLS: TOOLS WITH THREE PRONG PLUGS
Tools marked with “Grounding Required” have a three wire cord and three prong 1.
grounding plug. The plug must be connected to a properly grounded outlet. If the
tool should electrically malfunction or break down, grounding provides a low resis-
tance path to carry electricity away from the user, reducing the risk of electric shock.
(See 3-Prong Plug and Outlet.)
The grounding prong in the plug is connected through the green wire inside the 2.
cord to the grounding system in the tool. The green wire in the cord must be the
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