13” PLANER
WITH DUST COLLECTOR
98524
SET UP AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
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Keep this manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly, operating, inspection, maintenance and cleaning
procedures. Write the product’s serial
number in the back of the manual near the
assembly diagram (or month and year of
purchase if product has no number). Keep
this manual and the receipt in a safe and
dry place for future reference.
NOTICE is used to
address practices
not related to personal injury.
CAUTION, without
the safety alert
symbol, is used to address
practices not related to
personal injury.
General Power Tool Safety
Warnings
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INFORMATION
In this manual, on the labeling,
and all other information provided with this product:
This is the safety alert
symbol. It is used to alert
you to potential personal
injury hazards. Obey all
safety messages that
follow this symbol to avoid
possible injury or death.
DANGER indicates
a hazardous
situation which, if not
avoided, will result in death or
serious injury.
WARNING
indicates a
hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
CAUTION, used
with the safety
alert symbol, indicates a
hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, could result in
minor or moderate injury.
WARNING Read all safety
warnings and instructions.
Failure to follow the warnings and
instructions may result in electric
shock, re and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and
instructions for future reference.
The term ″power tool″ in the
warnings refers to your mains-
operated (corded) power tool.
Work area safety1.
Keep work area clean and well lit. a.
Cluttered or dark areas invite acci-
dents.
Do not operate power tools in b.
explosive atmospheres, such as in
the presence of ammable liquids,
gases or dust. Power tools create
sparks which may ignite the dust or
fumes.
Keep children and bystanders c.
away while operating a power tool.
Distractions can cause you to lose
control.
Electrical safety2.
Power tool plugs must match the a.
outlet. Never modify the plug in
any way. Do not use any adapter
plugs with grounded power tools.
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Unmodied plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
Avoid body contact with grounded b.
surfaces such as pipes, radiators,
ranges and refrigerators. There is
an increased risk of electric shock if
your body is grounded.
Do not expose power tools to rain c.
or wet conditions. Water entering
a power tool will increase the risk of
electric shock.
Do not abuse the cord. Never use d.
the cord for carrying, pulling or
unplugging the power tool. Keep
cord away from heat, oil, sharp
edges or moving parts. Damaged
or entangled cords increase the risk
of electric shock.
When operating a power tool out-e.
doors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord
suitable for outdoor use reduces the
risk of electric shock.
If operating a power tool in a damp f.
location is unavoidable, use a
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter
(GFCI) protected supply. Use of
a GFCI reduces the risk of electric
shock.
Personal safety3.
Stay alert, watch what you are do-a.
ing and use common sense when
operating a power tool. Do not use
a power tool while you are tired
or under the inuence of drugs,
alcohol or medication. A moment
of inattention while operating power
tools may result in serious personal
injury.
Use personal protective equip-b.
ment. Always wear ANSI-approved
eye protection. Safety equipment
such as dust mask, non-skid safety
shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection
used for appropriate conditions will
reduce personal injuries.
Prevent unintentional starting. c.
Ensure the switch is in the off-position before connecting to power
source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool. Carry-
ing power tools with your nger on
the switch or energizing power tools
that have the switch on invites acci-
dents.
Remove any adjusting key or d.
wrench before turning the power
tool on. A wrench or a key left at-
tached to a rotating part of the power
tool may result in personal injury.
Do not overreach. Keep proper e.
footing and balance at all times.
This enables better control of the
power tool in unexpected situations.
Dress properly. Do not wear loose f.
clothing or jewelry. Keep your
hair, clothing and gloves away
from moving parts. Loose clothes,
jewelry or long hair can be caught in
moving parts.
If devices are provided for the con-g.
nection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are
connected and properly used. Use
of these devices can reduce dust-
related hazards.
Only use safety equipment that h.
has been approved by an appropriate standards agency. Unapproved
safety equipment may not provide
adequate protection. Eye protection
must be ANSI-approved and breathing protection must be NIOSH-approved for the specic hazards in the
work area.
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Power tool use and care4.
Do not force the power tool. Use a.
the correct power tool for your application. The correct power tool will
do the job better and safer at the rate
for which it was designed.
Do not use the power tool if the b.
switch does not turn it on and off.
Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous
and must be repaired.
Disconnect the plug from the c.
power source and/or the battery
pack from the power tool before
making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power
tools. Such preventive safety mea-
sures reduce the risk of starting the
power tool accidentally.
Store idle power tools out of the d.
reach of children and do not allow
persons unfamiliar with the power
tool or these instructions to operate the power tool. Power tools are
dangerous in the hands of untrained
users.
Maintain power tools. Check for e.
misalignment or binding of moving
parts, breakage of parts and any
other condition that may affect the
power tool’s operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired
before use. Many accidents are
caused by poorly maintained power
tools.
Keep cutting tools sharp and f.
clean. Properly maintained cutting
tools with sharp cutting edges are
less likely to bind and are easier to
control.
Use the power tool, accessories g.
and tool bits etc. in accordance
with these instructions, taking into
account the working conditions
and the work to be performed. Use
of the power tool for operations different from those intended could result
in a hazardous situation.
Service5.
Have your power tool serviced by a.
a qualied repair person using
only identical replacement parts.
This will ensure that the safety of the
power tool is maintained.
Specic Safety Warnings
Always wear ANSI-approved safety 1.
impact eye goggles and heavy-duty work gloves when using Planer.
Using personal safety devices reduce
the risk for injury. Safety impact eye
goggles and heavy work gloves are
available from Harbor Freight Tools.
Dust mask, non skid safety shoes,
hard hat, or hearing protection must
be used for appropriate conditions.
Use a platform, or other practical 2.
way, to support a long workpiece
as it enters the Planer. Holding the
work by hand or against your body
is unstable and may lead to loss of
control.
Avoid unintentional starting. 3. Make
sure you are prepared to begin work
before turning on the Planer.
Do not force the Planer. 4. This tool
will do the work better and safer at
the speed and capacity for which it
was designed.
Always unplug the Planer from its 5.
electrical outlet before changing
blades or performing any inspection, maintenance, or cleaning
procedures.
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Never leave the Planer unattended 6.
while running. Turn power off if you
have to leave the Planer.
Turn off Planer when jammed.7.
Before each use, check all nuts, 8.
bolts, and screws for tightness.
Keep extension cord off the 9.
ground and away from water.
Install this product on a proper 10.
surface. Locate on a at, level, and
solid surface that is capable of supporting the weight of the Planer and
the stock being planed.
Maintain labels and nameplates 11.
on the tool. These carry important
safety information. If unreadable or
missing, contact Harbor Freight Tools
for a replacement.
This product is not a toy.12. Keep it
out of reach of children.
People with pacemakers should 13.
consult their physician(s) before
use. Electromagnetic elds in close
proximity to heart pacemaker could
cause pacemaker interference or
pacemaker failure. In addition, people with pacemakers should:
• Avoid operating alone.
• Do not use with power switch locked
on.
• Properly maintain and inspect to
avoid electrical shock.
• Any power cord must be properly
grounded. Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) should also be implemented – it prevents sustained electrical shock.
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 chemi-
cally 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 specially
designed to lter out microscopic
particles. (California Health & Safety
Code § 25249.5, et seq.)
The warnings, precautions, and 15.
instructions discussed in this instruction manual cannot cover all
possible conditions and situations
that may occur. It must be under-
stood by the operator that common
sense and caution are factors which
cannot be built into this product, but
must be supplied by the operator.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS.
Some dust created by power sand-14.
ing, sawing, grinding, drilling,
and other construction activities,
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GROUNDING
TO PREVENT
ELECTRIC SHOCK
AND DEATH FROM
INCORRECT GROUNDING
WIRE CONNECTION:
Check with a qualied
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
t the outlet, have a proper
outlet installed by a qualied
electrician.
of electric shock. (See 3-Prong Plug
and Outlet.)
The grounding prong in the plug is 2.
connected through the green wire inside the cord to the grounding system
in the tool. The green wire in the cord
must be the only wire connected to
the tool’s grounding system and must
never be attached to an electrically
“live” terminal. (See 3-Prong Plug
and Outlet.)
The tool must be plugged into an 3.
appropriate outlet, properly installed
and grounded in accordance with all
codes and ordinances. The plug and
outlet should look like those in the
preceding illustration. (See 3-Prong
Plug and Outlet.)
Double Insulated Tools: Tools
with Two Prong Plugs
Grounded Tools: Tools with Three
Prong Plugs
Tools marked with “Grounding Re-1.
quired” have a three wire cord and
three prong 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
resistance path to carry electricity
away from the user, reducing the risk
Tools marked “Double Insulated” do 1.
not require grounding. They have
a special double insulation system
which satises OSHA requirements
and complies with the applicable
standards of Underwriters Laboratories, Inc., the Canadian Standard
Association, and the National Electrical Code. (See Outlets for 2-Prong
Plug.)
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Double insulated tools may be used 2.
in either of the 120 volt outlets shown
in the preceding illustration. (See
Outlets for 2-Prong Plug.)
Extension Cords
Grounded1. tools require a three wire
extension cord. Double Insulated
tools can use either a two or three
wire extension cord.
As the distance from the supply outlet 2.
increases, you must use a heavier
gauge extension cord. Using extension cords with inadequately sized
wire causes a serious drop in voltage,
resulting in loss of power and possible tool damage.
(See Table A.)
The smaller the gauge number of the 3.
wire, the greater the capacity of the
cord. For example, a 14 gauge cord
can carry a higher current than a 16
gauge cord. (See Table A.)
dition. Always replace a damaged
extension cord or have it repaired by
a qualied electrician before using it.
Protect the extension cords from 8.
sharp objects, excessive heat, and
damp or wet areas.
RECOMMENDED MINIMUM WIRE
GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS*
(120/240 VOLT)
EXTENSION CORD
NAMEPLATE
LENGTH
AMPERES
(at full load)
0 – 2.0 18 18 18 18 16
2.1 – 3.4 18 18 18 16 14
3.5 – 5.0 18 18 16 14 12
5.1 – 7.0 18 16 14 12 12
7.1 – 12.0 18 14 12 10 -
12.1 – 16.0 14 12 10 - -
16.1 – 20.0 12 10 - - -
TABLE A
25’
50’
75’
100’
* Based on limiting the line
voltage drop to ve volts at
150% of the rated amperes.
150’
When using more than one exten-4.
sion cord to make up the total length,
make sure each cord contains at
least the minimum wire size required.
(See Table A.)
If you are using one extension cord 5.
for more than one tool, add the
nameplate amperes and use the sum
to determine the required minimum
cord size. (See Table A.)
If you are using an extension cord 6.
outdoors, make sure it is marked with
the sufx “W-A” (“W” in Canada) to
indicate it is acceptable for outdoor
use.
Make sure the extension cord is prop-7.
erly wired and in good electrical con-
V~
A
n0 xxxx/min.
Symbology
Double Insulated
Canadian Standards Association
Underwriters Laboratories, Inc.
Volts Alternating Current
Amperes
No Load Revolutions per Minute
(RPM)
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SPECIFICATIONS
Electrical Requirements 120 V~ / 60 Hz / 15 A
Motor (Cutter head)
Speed
Maximum Cutting Depth 3/32”
Stock Capacity 13” W x 6” H
Cutting Blades Two 13-1/8” L
Feed Speed 23 Feet per Minute
Dust Port Opening 2-3/16” I.D.
Included Accessories
8,000 RPM, 16,000
cuts per minute
1 Hex Wrench (4mm)
2 Magnets
1 Dust Bag
UNPACKING
When unpacking, check to make sure
that the item is intact and undamaged. If
any parts are missing or broken, please
call Harbor Freight Tools at the number
shown on the cover of this manual as soon
as possible.
Note: For additional information regarding
the parts listed in the following pages,
refer to the Assembly Diagram near
the end of this manual.
Assembly
Select an area with enough room to 1.
t the chosen dust collection system.
Select a workbench to mount the
Planer. Place the Planer on a workbench able to support the weight of
the Planer and the wood stock being
planed. The orientation of the Planer
should enable the easy entry and exit
of long pieces of wood stock.
Using a pencil, mark through the 2.
mounting holes of the Planer, onto
the workbench. Slide the Planer
aside and drill four 3/8 inch mounting
holes into the workbench.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR
PUTTING INTO USE
Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT
SAFETY INFORMATION
section at the beginning of this
manual including all text under
subheadings therein before set
up or use of this product.
TO PREVENT
SERIOUS INJURY
FROM ACCIDENTAL
OPERATION:
Turn the Power Switch of the
tool to its “OFF” position and
unplug the tool from its
electrical outlet before
assembling or making any
adjustments to the tool.
Before drilling, verify that there are no utility
wires or other obstructions under
the workbench.
Slide the Planer back over the mount-3.
ing holes in the workbench, and secure the Planer to the workbench with
bolts, washers, spring washers and
nuts (not included). Securely tighten.
Handle (4)
Head
Screw (1)
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Mount the Elevating Handle (4) on 4.
top of the unit on the right or left side
with Flat Washer (2) and Head Screw
(1), as shown above. Place the Cap
(9) on the other side.
creating a tripping hazard or exposing
the power cord to possible damage.
The power cord must reach the work
area with enough extra length to allow free movement while working.
The Filter Bag (27.6) of the dust col-5.
lection system has an open bottom.
The open bottom should be connected to a thirty gallon plastic bag or
garbage can (neither included) using
the Connector (27.8) and fasten with
the Pin (27.7).
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT
SAFETY INFORMATION
section at the beginning of this
manual including all text under
subheadings therein before set
up or use of this product.
Tool Set Up
TO PREVENT
SERIOUS INJURY
FROM ACCIDENTAL
OPERATION:
Turn the Power Switch of the
tool to its “OFF” position and
unplug the tool from its
electrical outlet before
performing any inspection,
maintenance, or cleaning
procedures.
There must not be hazardous ob-3.
jects, such as utility lines or foreign
objects, nearby that will present a
hazard while working.
General Operating Instructions
Lower the Table Support (221) and 1.
the Extension Table (222).
The Adjustment Knob on top of the 2.
Planer is used to adjust the depth of
cut. Recommended depth of cut is
as follows:
Wood up to 6” wide: 3/32”
Wood over 6” wide: 1/16”
The depth of the cut is read on the •
meter above the cutting area on the
front of the Planer.
The pre-set Thickness Knob can be 3.
adjusted to set to the maximum thickness desired; 1/8”, 1/4”, 1/2”, 3/4”, 1”
or 1-1/4”. See below.
Work Piece and Work Area Set Up
Designate a work area that is clean 1.
and well-lit. The work area must not
allow access by children or pets to
prevent injury and distraction.
Route the power cord along a safe 2.
route to reach the work area without
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The Planer can be locked to ensure 4.
an even cut by pulling the handle
of the Lock Lever (49) down. See
below.
become a projectile. Do not plane
boards that have foreign objects
(nails, staples, etc.) in them.
Do not plane material:7.
Handle of Lock
Lever (49)
5. The Handle (75) can be used to vary
the depth or shallowness of cut beyond the pre-set Thickness Knob.
Handle
(75)
On/off Lock
Switch
shorter than 15”, •
narrower than 3/4”, •
wider than 13”, •
or thinner than 1/8”•
Push the On/Off Lock switch down to 8.
turn the Planer on. Allow the planer
to come up to full speed before beginning a job.
The planer has a maximum depth 9.
cut of 3/32” per pass. The Planer will
operate best when the depth of cut is
less than 1/16”. It is recommended to
make a series of shallow cuts rather
than a single deep cut.
Note: Always keep the boards being
planed level. Support long boards at
both ends.
Circuit
Reset
6. Plug the Planer into a grounded,
120V electrical outlet.
Note: Do not stand behind the end of the
board during planing. Plane dry,
unwarped, clean boards only. Avoid
planing boards that have knots;
loose knots can jam the machine or
Plane along the grain of the wood.10.
Plane alternating sides of the 11.
board until the desired thickness is
achieved.
When planing multiple boards to the 12.
same thickness place the ends so
they are touching (butting) for best
results.
An assistant can return the boards to 13.
the operator using the Rollers (13) on
top of the Planer.
If the Planer turns off unexpectedly 14.
during operation; turn the Planer off
and unplug it from the electrical out
let. Refer to the “Troubleshooting
Section” of this manual for possible
reasons. If the Circuit Breaker has
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tripped, remove any materials from
the Planer and push the Circuit Reset
button.
To prevent accidents, turn off the tool 15.
and disconnect its power supply after
use. Clean, then store the tool indoors out of children’s reach.
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MAINTENANCE AND
SERVICING
Procedures not specically
explained in this manual
must be performed only by a
qualied technician.
TO PREVENT
SERIOUS INJURY
FROM ACCIDENTAL
OPERATION:
Turn the Power Switch of the
tool to its “OFF” position and
unplug the tool from its
electrical outlet before
performing any inspection,
maintenance, or cleaning
procedures.
TO PREVENT SERIOUS
INJURY FROM TOOL
FAILURE:
Do not use damaged
equipment. If abnormal noise
or vibration occurs, have the
problem corrected before
further use.
Cleaning, Maintenance, and
Lubrication
BEFORE EACH USE,1. inspect the
general condition of the tool. Check
for loose screws, misalignment or
binding of moving parts, cracked or
broken parts, damaged electrical wiring, and any other condition that may
affect its safe operation.
AFTER USE,2. clean external surfaces
of the tool with clean cloth.
PERIODICALLY, 3. blow the interior of
the Planer out with compressed air
and lubricate moving parts with white
lithium grease.
CARBON BRUSH MAINTENANCE.4.
The carbon brushes may require
maintenance when the motor performance of the tool decreases or stops
working completely. To maintain the
brushes:
Remove the brush caps on the front a.
and back of the motor housing.
Remove the carbon brushes from b.
the housing. Keep track of which
orientation the old carbon brushes were in to prevent needless
wear if they will be reinstalled.
If either carbon brush is worn down c.
by more than 1/2, replace both carbon brushes.
To clean old carbon brushes before d.
reusing them, rub the contact areas
with a pencil eraser.
Reinsert the old carbon brushes in e.
the same orientation to reduce wear.
When installing the carbon brushes, f.
make sure the carbon portions of the
carbon brushes contact the motor
armature, and that the springs face
away from the motor. Also, make
sure the springs operate freely.
Replace the brush caps. Do not g.
overtighten.
Note: New carbon brushes tend to spark
when rst used until they wear and
conform to the motor’s armature.
BLADE MAINTENANCE. 5.
When cutting ability deteriorates or
the planed surface starts to get uneven or rough, the blades will have to
be replaced.
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Use the included Hex Wrench to 6.
remove both Hex Bolts on the back of
the blade case.
Blade Cover
Hex Bolts
(19, 21)
7. Remove the Blade Cover.
Wearing work gloves, rotate the cut-8.
ter head until the latch engages.
Remove the six bolts (172) from the 9.
Cutter Head (168) and use the magnets to remove it.
Replace the cover. Secure all hard-15.
ware.
ADJUST ROLLER CASE LEVEL. 16.
If the Roller Case (151) is not parallel to the base (212), the planer will
produce cuts of uneven depth.
Use a test piece to measure the 17.
height of the taper.
Turn the Planer off and disconnect it 18.
from the power supply.
Fold both Extension Tables up and 19.
lay the planer on its back.
Loosen the two Head Screws (226, 20.
232). Loosen the Chain (231) by sliding the Idler Bracket (224).
Rotate the Elevation Screws (211) to 21.
correct the orientation of the Roller
Case to Base. Each turn of the
screw will move the Roller Case by
1/16”.
REPLACING THE V-BELT. 22.
Remove the Elevating Handle (4).
Use the magnets to remove the 10.
Blade (171) from the pins that hold it
in place.
Using the magnets, put a new blade 11.
Remove the four Head Screws (15) 23.
from the Upper Cover (10). Remove
the Upper Cover.
Remove the right side cover.24.
onto the pins.
Remove the V-Belts (61, 186) from 25.
Replace the Cutter Head and secure 12.
it.
the Pulleys (188 & 189, 60 & 184)
and replace with new belts. Always
change both belts at the same time.
Push down on the latch to release the 13.
cutter head.
Rotate the cutter head until it latches 14.
in place and replace the other blade
as instructed above.
Reassemble the Planer.26.
27. WARNING! If the supply cord of
this power tool is damaged, it must
be replaced only by a qualied
service technician.
Note: Always replace both blades at the
same time.
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Troubleshooting
Problem Possible Causes Likely Solutions
Tool will not start No power at outlet.1.
Cord not connected.2.
Gouging at ends of
board (snipe)
Grain is ragged Wood has a high moisture 1.
Torn grain Cut is too heavy.1.
Rough, raised
grain
Uneven side-toside depth of cut
Roller case
adjustment difcult
Board feeds in,
but will not move
through.
Board thickness
does not match
depth of cut scale.
Chain jumping Sprockets worn.1.
Belt Slipping Belt is loose.1. Replace belt.1.
Roller case will not
lower
Excessive dust in
air
Fan very loud Debris caught in fan.1.
Dull Blades.1.
Too little support of long 2.
boards.
Uneven force on cutter head. 3.
Roller case not level with base.4.
Lumber not butted properly.5.
content.
Blades cutting against grain.2.
Dull blades.3.
Dull blades.1.
Cut is too heavy.2.
Moisture content is too high.3.
Roller case not level with 1.
planer base.
Sprockets or chain dirty.1.
Elevation screws or columns 2.
dirty.
Elevation screws worn.3.
Friction between roller case 4.
and covers.
Roller case not parallel.5.
Roller case lock engaged.6.
Out feed rollers are clogged.1.
Too much pressure on cutter 2.
head from long board.
Indicator not set correctly.1. Have indicator repaired by a qualied 1.
Chain worn.2.
Thickness gauge setting 1.
restricts roller case.
Leaking bag or hose 1.
connection.
Fan is loose.2.
Check power at outlet.1.
Check that cord is plugged in.2.
Replace blades.1.
Provide better support for long blades. 2.
Adjust board when it is in contact with only 3.
one feed roller.
Adjust roller case.4.
Butt each end of stock together evenly.5.
Dry the wood.1.
Reduce depth of cut.1.
Cut boards along grain.2.
Replace blades.3.
Replace blades.1.
Reduce depth of cut.2.
Dry the wood.3.
Adjust so that roller case is level.1.
Clean and lubricate sprockets and chain.1.
Clean and lubricate elevation screws and 2.
columns.
Replace elevation screws.3.
Clean and lubricate roller case and cover. 4.
Adjust roller case.5.
Release roller case lock.6.
Clean Planer.1.
Use supports to hold workpiece up.2.
technician.
Have sprockets replaced.1.
Have chain replaced.2.
Reset thickness gauge.1.
Check connections or replace collection bag.1.
Remove debris.1.
Tighten hardware on fan.2.
Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the
tool. Disconnect power supply before service.
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Troubleshooting
Problem Possible Causes Likely Solutions
Motor overheats Motor overloaded.1.
Circuit breaker or
fuse keeps tripping
Motor not cooling right.2.
Motor overloaded.1.
Wrong circuit breaker or fuse.2.
Dull blades.3.
Reduce depth of cut1.
Clean sawdust from Planer.2.
Reduce depth of cut.1.
Use correct circuit breaker or fuse.2.
Replace blades.3.
Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the
tool. Disconnect power supply before service.
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY
THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST AND ASSEMBLY
DIAGRAM IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY. NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER OR
DISTRIBUTOR MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT
HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT, OR THAT HE OR SHE IS
QUALIFIED TO REPLACE ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT. IN FACT, THE MANUFACTURER AND/
OR DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY STATES THAT ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD
BE UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND LICENSED TECHNICIANS, AND NOT BY THE BUYER. THE
BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE
ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO, OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER
INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO.
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PARTS LIST
PARTS LIST
PARTS LIST
Part Description Qty
1 Head Screw
(20mm)
2 Flat Washer
(6mm)
4 Elevating Handle 1
5 Label 1
6 Handle Cap 1
7 Handle Bolt 1
8 Handle Base 1
9 Cap 1
10 Upper Cover 1
11 Clevis Pin 4
12 Bushing 4
13 Roller 2
15 Head Screw
(16mm)
16 Grip 2
17 Screw (6mm) 4
18 Air Guide 1
19 Head Screw
(10mm)
20 Dust Guard 1
21 Screw (5mm) 3
22 Head Screw
(10mm)
23 Dust Chute Panel 1
24 Head Screw
(10mm)
25 Fan Cover 1
26 Head Screw
(25mm)
27 Dust Chute 1
27.1 Hex Nut (10mm) 1
27.2 Collar 1
27.3 Pin 1
27.4 Clamp 1
27.5 Eye Bolt (50mm) 1
27.6 Filter Bag 1
27.7 Pin 3
27.8 Connector 3
44 Hex Nut (1.25mm) 1
45 Spring Washer
(8mm)
46 Cam (Left) 1
47 Retainer Ring 2
48 Spring Pin
(12mm)
49 Lock Lever 1
50 Spring 1
51 Lock Lever Cap 1
1
1
4
2
3
2
1
1
2
Part Description Qty
52 Head Screw
(12mm)
53 Flat Washer
(6mm)
54 Fan 1
55 Fan Shaft 1
56 Bearing 2
57 Spacer 1
58 Deector Cover 1
59 Set Screw (6mm) 1
60 Fan Pulley 1
61 Belt 1
62 Rod 4
63 Spring 4
64 Pad 4
65 Cam (Right) 1
66 Spring Washer 1
67 Hex Nut (1.25mm) 1
68 Bushing 1
69 Guide Rod 1
70 Retainer Ring 1
71 Head Screw
(10mm)
72 Bushing 1
73 Bracket 1
74 Handle Grip 1
75 Handle 1
76 Retainer Ring 3
77 Set Screw (6mm) 1
78 Guide Bracket 1
79 Set Screw (6mm) 1
80 Sliding Bar 1
81 Head Screw
(12mm)
82 Bearing 1
83 Bearing Retainer 1
84 Spindle Washer 1
85 Sprocket 1
86 Washer (4mm) 1
87 Socket Head
Screw (10mm)
88 Spring 2
88A Spindle Washer 2
89 Head Screw
(30mm)
90 Guide Rod 1
91 Gear 2
92 Transmission Seat 1
93 Bearing 1
94 Gear 1
95 Spring Holder 4
1
1
2
2
1
2
Part Description Qty
96 Spring 3
96A Spring 1
97 Steel Ball 4
98 Bushing 4
99 Transmission
Collar
100 Head Screw
(16mm)
101 Holder 1
102 Retainer Ring 1
103 Chain 1
104 Sprocket 1
105 Head Screw
(20mm)
106 Flat Washer 1
107 Spring 1
108 Tension Wheel
Assembly
109 Spacer 1
110 Head Screw
(30mm)
111 Head Screw
(35mm)
112 Outside Cover 1
113 Bearing 1
114 Shaft 1
114a Key (20mm) 1
115 Gear
(Intermediate)
116 Gear (Large) 1
117 Spacer 2
118 Inside Cover 1
119 Pinion Gear 1
120 6202 Bearing 1
122 Gear (Small) 1
123 Bushing 5
124 Spacer Undercut 4
125 Nut 1
126 Set Screw (6mm) 1
127 Elevating Nut (L) 1
128 Head Screw
(10mm)
129 Set Plate 1
130 Head Screw
(14mm)
131 Head Screw
(10mm)
132 Cable Clamp 1
133 Head Screw
(10mm)
134 Belt Guard 1
1
2
1
1
2
4
1
2
2
1
2
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PARTS LIST
PARTS LIST
PARTS LIST
Part Description Qty
135 Screw 1
136 Elevating Nut (R) 1
137 Hex Screw
(16mm)
138 Hex Nut (8mm) 4
139 Tap Screw (8mm) 2
140 Tooth Washer 2
141 Cover 1
142 Head Screw
(10mm)
143 Pointer Cover 1
144 Head Screw
(14mm)
145 Spring 1
146 Pointer 1
147 Bushing 2
148 Head Screw
(8mm)
149 Pointer Housing 1
150 Nut 1
151 Roller Case 1
151.1 Motor 1
151.2 Gasket 1
151.3 Cap 1
151.4 Head Screw
(6mm)
151.5 Flat Washer 2
151.6 Pointer 1
152 Steel Ball 1
153 Retaining Plate 1
154 Tap Screw (6mm) 2
155 Magnet 4
156 Magnet Seat 4
157 Head Screw
(10mm)
158 Hex Nut (5mm) 1
159 Step Rod 1
160 Hex Nut (8mm) 1
161 Head Screw
(16mm)
162 Flat Washer 1
163 Head Screw
(25mm)
164 Press Line Plate 1
165 Head Screw
(10mm)
166 Flat Washer 1
167 Head Screw
(10mm)
168 Cutter Head 1
169 Key (12mm) 1
170 Blade 2
4
2
1
2
2
4
1
1
1
1
Part Description Qty
171 Blade Lock Bar 2
172 Head Screw
(16mm)
173 Cutter Head Pin 4
174 Spring 4
175 Bearing Retainer 1
176 Bearing 1
177 Bearing Cover 1
178 Head Screw
(12mm)
179 Spring 1
180 Cutter Head Lock 1
181 Lock Spacer 1
182 Head Screw
(10mm)
184 Cutter Head
Pulley
185 Hex Nut 1
186 Belt 1
187 Set Screw (6mm) 1
188 Cutter Head
Extend Pulley
189 Motor Pulley 1
190 Spring (Outfeed) 2
191 Roller 2
192 Spring (Infeed) 2
193 Retainer Ring 2
194 Sprocket 2
195 Bearing Block 4
196 Retainer 4
197 Head Screw
(10mm)
198 Side Cover (L) 1
200 Thread Forming
Screw (30mm)
201 Line Knob 2
203 Hex Wrench 1
204 Magnet 2
205 Plate 1
206 Guide 2
207 Head Screw
(10mm)
208 Retainer Ring 2
209 Column 2
210 Column 2
211 Elevating Screw 2
212 Base 1
213 Hex Nut (1.75mm) 4
214 Head Screw
(20mm)
215 Hex Nut 4
12
3
1
1
1
8
4
8
4
Part Description Qty
220 Head Screw
(6mm)
220.1 Flat Washer 8
221 Table Support 2
222 Extension Table 2
223 Roller Plate
(Right)
224 Idler Bracket 1
225 Flat Washer 2
226 Head Screw
(12mm)
227 Sprocket 1
228 Spacer 1
229 Flat Washer 1
230 Head Screw
(20mm)
231 Chain 1
232 Head Screw
(10mm)
233 Bearing 2
234 Bearing Retainer 2
235 Spindle Washer 2
236 Sprocket 2
237 Washer 2
238 Head Screw
(12mm)
239 Hex Nut 4
240 Adjust Screw 4
241 Retainer Ring 1
242 Step Bracket 1
243 Step 1
244 Shaft 1
245 Head Screw
(16mm)
246 Steel Ball 1
247 Spring 1
248 Set Screw (6mm) 1
249 Spring Pin 1
250 Side Cover (R) 1
251 Height Adjustment
Knob
252 Spring Washer 4
8
2
2
1
4
2
2
1
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ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM
Diagram continued next page
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ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM, CONTINUED
Base of Planer
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LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY
Harbor Freight Tools Co. makes every effort to assure that its products meet high
quality and durability standards, and warrants to the original purchaser that this product is free from defects in materials and workmanship for the period of 90 days from
the date of purchase. This warranty does not apply to damage due directly or indirectly,
to misuse, abuse, negligence or accidents, repairs or alterations outside our facilities,
criminal activity, improper installation, normal wear and tear, or to lack of maintenance.
We shall in no event be liable for death, injuries to persons or property, or for incidental,
contingent, special or consequential damages arising from the use of our product. Some
states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so
the above limitation of exclusion may not apply to you. THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS.
To take advantage of this warranty, the product or part must be returned to us with
transportation charges prepaid. Proof of purchase date and an explanation of the complaint must accompany the merchandise. If our inspection veries the defect, we will either repair or replace the product at our election or we may elect to refund the purchase
price if we cannot readily and quickly provide you with a replacement. We will return repaired products at our expense, but if we determine there is no defect, or that the defect
resulted from causes not within the scope of our warranty, then you must bear the cost
of returning the product.
This warranty gives you specic legal rights and you may also have other rights
which vary from state to state.
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Record Product’s Serial Number Here:
Note: If product has no serial number, record month and year of purchase instead.
Note: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only, and are not avail-
able individually as replacement parts.
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