Makita 2012NB User Manual

Planer

MODEL 2012NB

DOUBLE
INSULATION

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

WARNING:

For your personal safety, READ and UNDERSTAND before using.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

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SPECIFICATIONS

Model 2012NB

Cutting width 304 mm (12”)

3.0 mm (1/8”) of stock width less than 150 mm

Max. cutting depth

Feed rate /min 8.5 m (27.9 ft.) /min.

Table size (W x L) 304 mm x 771 mm (12” x 30-3/8”)

No load speed (RPM) 8,500 /min.

Dimensions ( W x L x H )

Net weight 27 kg (59.5 lbs)

(5-7/8”) 1.5 mm (1/16”) of stock width from

150 mm (5-7/8”) to 240 mm (9-1/2”) 1.0 mm

(3/64”) of stock width from 240 mm (9-1/2”) to

304 mm (12”)

483 mm x 771 mm x 401 mm

(19-1/64” x 30-3/8” x 15-25/32”)

• Manufacturer reserves the right to change specifications without notice.

• Specifications may differ from country to country.

For Your Own Safety Read Instruction Manual
Before Operating Tool
Save it for future reference
GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

(For All Tools)

1. KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL. Read the
owner’s manual carefully. Learn the tool’s
applications and limitations, as well as the
specific potential hazards peculiar to it.

2. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working
order.

3. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND
WRENCHES. Form habit of checking to
see that keys and adjusting wrenches are
removed from tool before turning it on.

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4. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered
areas and benches invite accidents.

5. 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. Don’t use
tool in presence of flammable liquids or
gases.

6. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors
should be kept safe distance from work
area.

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7. MAKE WORKSHOP KID PROOF with pad­locks, master switches, or by removing
starter keys.

8. DON’T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job bet-
ter and safer at the rate for which it was
designed.

9. USE RIGHT TOOL. Don’t force tool or
attachment to do a job for which it was
not designed.

10. 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.

11. ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES. Also
use face or dust mask if cutting operation
is dusty. Everyday eyeglasses only have
impact resistant lenses, they are NOT
safety glasses.

12. SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to
hold work when practical. It’s safer than
using your hand and it frees both hands
to operate tool.

13. DON’T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing
and balance at all times.

14. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep
tools sharp and clean for best and safest
performance. Follow instructions for
lubricating and changing accessories.

15. DISCONNECT TOOLS before servicing;
when changing accessories such as
blades, bits, cutters, and the like.

16. REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL
STARTING. Make sure switch is in off
position before plugging in.

17. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.
Consult the owner’s manual for recom­mended accessories. The use of improper
accessories may cause risk of injury to
persons.

18. NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury
could occur if the tool is tipped or if the
cutting tool is unintentionally contacted.

19. 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.

20. DIRECTION OF FEED. Feed work into a
blade or cutter against the direction of
rotation of the blade or cutter only.

21. NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNAT­TENDED. TURN POWER OFF. Don’t leave
tool until it comes to a complete stop.

22. REPLACEMENT PARTS. When servicing
use only identical replacement parts.

23. 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 in 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.

VOLTAGE WARNING: Before connecting the tool to a power source (receptacle, outlet,

etc.) be sure the voltage supplied is the same as that specified on the nameplate of the tool.
A power source with voltage greater than that specified for the tool can result in SERIOUS
INJURY to the user - as well as damage to the tool. If in doubt, DO NOT PLUG IN THE
TOOL. Using a power source with voltage less than the nameplate rating is harmful to the
motor.

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USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition.
When using an 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 loss of
power and overheating. Table 1 shows the correct size to use depending on cord length and
nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gage. The smaller the gage num­ber, the heavier the cord.

Table 1: Minimum gage for cord

Ampere Rating

More Than Not More Than AWG

0 6 18 16 16 14

6 10 18161412
10 12 16 16 14 12
12 16 14 12 Not Recommended

Volts Total length of cord in feet

120 V 25 ft. 50 ft. 100 ft. 150 ft.

ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES USB077-1

DO NOT let comfort or familiarity with product (gained from
repeated use) replace strict adherence to planer safety rules. If
you use this tool unsafely or incorrectly, you can suffer serious
personal injury.

1. Wear eye protection.

2. Make sure that all covers are installed in

place before operation.

3. Handle the blades very carefully.

4. Check the blades carefully for cracks or

damage before operation. Replace
cracked or damaged blades immediately.

5. Tighten the planer blade installation bolts
securely.

6. Remove nails and clean the workpiece
before cutting. Nail, sand or foreign mat­ter can cause blade damage.

7. Do not wear gloves during operation.

8. Do not remove chips from the chip chute

when the motor is running. Clean out
chips after the blades come to a complete
stop. Always use a stick etc. when clean­ing them out.

9. Do not leave the tool running.

10. Do not abuse cord. Never yank cord to

disconnect it from receptacle. Keep cord
away from heat, oil water and sharp
edges.

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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING:

MISUSE or failure to follow the safety rules stated in this
instruction manual may cause serious personal injury.

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INSTALLATION

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1. Carrying handle

2. Sub-table

1. Bolt or screw

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Movement and transport of planer

CAUTION:

• Watch your step when moving the tool.

Fold the sub-tables. Grasp the carrying handles when mov­ing the tool.
When transporting it by vehicle, secure with a rope or other
substantial means to prevent tipping or movement.

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Positioning the planer

Locate the tool in a well lit and level place where you can
maintain good footing and balance. Bolt/screw it to the work­bench or planer stand (optional accessory) using the bolt
holes provided in the base.

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FUNCTIONAL
DESCRIPTION

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1. Pilot lamp

2. Key

3. Switch lever

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CAUTION:

• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
unplugged before adjusting or checking function on the
tool.

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Switch action

CAUTION:

• Before plugging in the tool, always be sure that the tool
is switched off. The pilot lamp lights up when the tool is
plugged into the power source.

To start the tool, insert the key and raise the switch lever. To

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stop it, lower the switch lever.

CAUTION:

• When not using the tool, remove the key and store it in a
secure place. This prevents unauthorized operation.