RIDGID R4331 Operator's Manual

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

MANUEL D’UTILISATION

MANUAL DEL OPERADOR

13 in. THICKNESS PLANER

PLANEUSE À RABOTAGE de 330 mm (13 po)

CEPILLO REGRUESADOR de 330 mm (13 pulg.)

R4331

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

TABLE DES MATIÈRES / ÍNDICE DE CONTENIDO

 Introduction ......................................................................................................................................................................2

Introduction / Introducción

 General Safety Rules ..................................................................................................................................................... 3-4

Règles de sécurité générales / Reglas de seguridad generales

 Specific Safety Rules .....................................................................................................................................................4-5

Règles de sécurité particulières / Reglas de seguridad específicas

Symbols ............................................................................................................................................................................ 6

Symboles / Símbolos

 Electrical ........................................................................................................................................................................7-8

Caractéristiques électriques / Aspectos eléctricos

 Glossary of Terms ............................................................................................................................................................. 9

Glossaire / Glosario de términos

 Features ..........................................................................................................................................................................10

Caractéristiques / Características

 Assembly ...................................................................................................................................................................11-12

Assemblage / Armado

 Operation ...................................................................................................................................................................13-15

Utilisation / Funcionamiento

 Adjustments .................................................................................................................................................................... 16

Réglages / Ajustes

 Maintenance ..............................................................................................................................................................17-18

Entretien / Mantenimiento

 Troubleshooting .............................................................................................................................................................. 19

Recherche de pannes / Corrección de problemas

 Warranty .........................................................................................................................................................................20

Garantie / Garantía

 Figure numbers (Illustrations) ....................................................................................................................................21-26

Figure numéros (illustrations) / Figura numeras (ilustraciones)

 Parts Ordering and Service ...............................................................................................................................Back Page

Commande de pièces et réparation / Pedidos de piezas y servicio ......................................................... Page arrière / Pág. posterior

INTRODUCTION

INTRODUCTION / INTRODUCCIÓN

This product has many features for making its use more pleasant and enjoyable. Safety, performance, and dependability
have been given top priority in the design of this product making it easy to maintain and operate.

Ce produit offre de nombreuses fonctions destinées à rendre son utilisation plus plaisante et satisfaisante. Lors de la
conception de ce produit, l’accent a été mis sur la sécurité, les performances et la fiabilité, afin d’en faire un outil facile à
utiliser et à entretenir.

Este producto ofrece numerosas características para hacer más agradable y placentero su uso. En el diseño de este producto
se ha conferido prioridad a la seguridad, el desempeño y la fiabilidad, por lo cual se facilita su manejo y mantenimiento.

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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 personal injury.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS

 KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL. Read the operator’s manual

carefully. Learn the tool’s applications and limitations
as well as the specific potential hazards related to this
tool.

 GUARD AGAINST ELECTRICAL SHOCK BY PREVENT-

ING BODY CONTACT WITH GROUNDED SURFACES.

For example: pipes, radiators, ranges, refrigerator enclo­sures.

KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in good 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 accidents. DO NOT leave tools or pieces of wood
on the tool while it is in operation.

 DO NOT USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS. Do

not use power tools in damp or wet locations or expose
to rain. Keep the work area well lit.

 KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS AWAY. All visi-

tors should wear safety glasses and be kept a safe
distance from work area. Do not let visitors contact
tool or extension cord while operating.

 MAKE WORKSHOP CHILDPROOF with padlocks and

master switches, or by removing starter keys.

 DON’T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better and safer

at the feed rate for which it was designed.

 USE RIGHT TOOL. Don’t force the tool or attachment to

do a job it was not designed for. Don’t use it for a purpose
not intended.

 USE THE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make sure your

extension cord is in good condition. Use only a cord 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. A wire gauge size
(A.W.G.) of at least 12 is recommended for an extension
cord 50 feet or less in length. If in doubt, use the next
heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge number, the heavier
the cord.

 DRESS PROPERLY. Do not wear loose clothing, gloves,

neckties, or jewelry. They can get caught and draw you
into moving parts. Rubber gloves and nonskid footwear
are recommended when working outdoors. Also wear
protective hair covering to contain long hair.

 ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES WITH SIDE

SHIELDS. Everyday eyeglasses have only impact-
resistant lenses, they are NOT safety glasses.

 SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work when

practical. It’s safer than using your hand and 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 better and safer performance. Follow instruc­tions for lubricating and changing accessories.

 DISCONNECT TOOLS. When not in use, before

servicing, or when changing attachments, blades, bits,
cutters, etc., all tools should be disconnected.

 AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. Be sure switch is off

when plugging in any tool.

 USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Consult the

operator’s manual for recommended accessories. The
use of improper accessories may risk injury.

 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 must
be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service
center to avoid risk of personal injury.

 USE THE RIGHT DIRECTION OF FEED. Feed work into

a blade or cutter against the direction of rotation of blade
or cutter only.

 NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED. TURN

THE POWER OFF. Don’t leave tool until it comes to a

complete stop.

 PROTECT YOUR LUNGS. Wear a face or dust mask if

the cutting operation is dusty.

 PROTECT YOUR HEARING. Wear hearing protection

during extended periods of operation.

 DO NOT ABUSE CORD. Never yank cord to disconnect

from receptacle. Keep cord from heat, oil, and sharp
edges.

 USE OUTDOOR EXTENSION CORDS. When tool

is used outdoors, use only extension cords with
approved ground connection that are intended for use
outdoors and so marked.

 NEVER USE IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE.

Normal sparking of the motor could ignite fumes.

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GENERAL SAFETY RULES

 INSPECT TOOL CORDS PERIODICALLY. If dam-

aged, have repaired by a qualified service technician at
an authorized service facility. The conductor with insulation
having an outer surface that is green with or without yellow
stripes is the equipment-grounding conductor. If repair
or replacement of the electric cord or plug is necessary,
do not connect the equipment-grounding conductor to a
live terminal. Repair or replace a damaged or worn cord
immediately. Stay constantly aware of cord location and
keep it well away from the rotating blade.

 INSPECT EXTENSION CORDS PERIODICALLY and

replace if damaged.

 GROUND ALL TOOLS. If tool is equipped with three-

prong plug, it should be plugged into a three-hole
electrical receptacle.

 CHECK WITH A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN or service

personnel if the grounding instructions are not completely
understood or if in doubt as to whether the tool is properly
grounded.

 USE ONLY CORRECT ELECTRICAL DEVICES: 3-wire

extension cords that have 3-prong grounding plugs and
3-pole receptacles that accept the tool’s plug.

 DO NOT MODIFY the plug provided. If it will not fit the

outlet, have the proper outlet installed by a qualified
electrician.

 KEEP TOOL DRY, CLEAN, AND FREE FROM OIL AND

GREASE. Always use a clean cloth when cleaning. Never

use brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based products, or
any solvents to clean tool.

 STAY ALERT AND EXERCISE CONTROL. Watch what

you are doing and use common sense. Do not operate
tool when you are tired. Do not rush.

 DO NOT USE TOOL IF SWITCH DOES NOT TURN IT

ON AND OFF. Have defective switches replaced by an

authorized service center.

 NEVER TOUCH BLADE or other moving parts during

use.

NEVER START A TOOL WHEN ANY ROTATING

COMPONENT IS IN CONTACT WITH THE
WORKPIECE.

 DO NOT OPERATE A TOOL WHILE UNDER THE

INFLUENCE OF DRUGS, ALCOHOL, OR ANY
MEDICATION.

 WHEN SERVICING use only identical replacement parts.

Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause
product damage.

 USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES listed

in this manual or addendums. Use of accessories that
are not listed may cause the risk of personal injury.
Instructions for safe use of accessories are included
with the accessory.

 DOUBLE CHECK ALL SETUPS. Make sure blade is tight

and not making contact with tool or workpiece before
connecting to power supply.

SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES

 NEVER PERFORM THE PLANING OPERATION with

the cutter head, dust guide, or dust hood removed.

 NEVER MAKE A PLANING CUT deeper than 1/8 in.
 DO NOT PLANE MATERIAL shorter than 14 in. or

narrower than 3/4 in.

 MAINTAIN THE PROPER RELATIONSHIP between the

infeed and outfeed surfaces and the cutter head blade
path.

 SUPPORT THE WORKPIECE ADEQUATELY at all

times during operation; maintain control of the work at
all times.

 NEVER FEED THE WORK from the rear of the planer.
 DO NOT ATTEMPT TO PERFORM an abnormal or little

used operation without the use of sturdy and adequate
jigs, fixtures, stops, and the like.

 NEVER plane more than one piece at a time. DO NOT

PLANE more than one workpiece on the planer table at

a time.

 BEFORE STARTING UP, recheck to make certain all

holding screws are tight.

 STOP THE MACHINE and recheck the hex head bolts

and blades for tightness after about 50 hours of opera­tion.

 DO NOT FORCE FEED THE WORKPIECE through the

machine. Let the planer apply the proper feed rate.

 CHECK THE FEED ROLLERS occasionally to be sure

there are no chips or sawdust between any compo­nents.

 PLANE ONLY SOUND LUMBER; there should be no

loose knots and as few tight knots as possible. Make sure
the workpiece is free from nails, screws, stones, or other
foreign objects that could break or chip the blades.

 NEVER STAND DIRECTLY IN LINE with either the infeed

or outfeed sides. Stand off to one side.

 MAKE SURE THE BLADES ARE ATTACHED as

described in the operation section. The blades are sharp
and can easily cut your hand. Use caution in handling the
blades and cutter head guard.

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SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES

 NEVER PUT YOUR FINGERS into the dust hood or under

the cutter guard.

 ALLOW THE CUTTER HEAD to reach full speed before

using the planer.

 REPLACEMENT PARTS. All repairs, whether electrical or

mechanical, should be made at your nearest authorized
service center.

 DO NOT attempt to turn cutter head with hands.
 IF ANY PART OF THIS TOOL IS MISSING or should

break, bend, or fail in any way, or should any electrical
component fail to perform properly, shut off the power
switch, remove the plug from the power source, and
have damaged, missing, or failed parts replaced before
resuming operation.

 ALWAYS STAY ALERT! Do not allow familiarity (gained

from frequent use of your planer) to cause a careless
mistake. ALWAYS REMEMBER that a careless fraction
of a second is sufficient to inflict serious injury.

 MAKE SURE THE WORK AREA HAS AMPLE LIGHTING

to see the work and that no obstructions will interfere with
safe operation BEFORE performing any work using your
planer.

 ALWAYS TURN OFF TOOL before disconnecting it to

avoid accidental starting when reconnecting to power
supply.

 IF THE POWER SUPPLY CORD IS DAMAGED, it must

be replaced only by the manufacturer or by an authorized
service center to avoid risk.

 THIS TOOL should have the following markings:
a) Wear eye protection with side shields.

b) Always unplug planer from power source before

making any adjustments or changing blades.

c) Keep hands away from cutter head, rollers, belts, and

pulleys during operation.

d) Wear heavy leather gloves and use caution when

loosening blade locking screws, and when handling
and changing blades.

e) Do not make any adjustments or attempt to free wood

until tool has been disconnected from power source
and blades have come to a complete stop.

f) Use caution as blades spin and coast to a stop when

tool is turned off.

g) When servicing, use only identical replacement parts.
 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Refer to them

frequently and use to instruct other users. If you loan
someone this tool, loan them these instructions also.

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65

WARNING:

This product and some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities
may contain chemicals, including lead, known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other
reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. Some example of these chemicals are:

• lead from lead-based paints,

• crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and

• 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 specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.

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SYMBOLS

The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product.

SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING

DANGER:

WARNING:

CAUTION:

CAUTION:

Some of the following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper
interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer.

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result
in death or serious injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result
in death or serious injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result in
minor or moderate injury.

(Without Safety Alert Symbol) Indicates a situation that may result in property
damage.

SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION

Safety Alert

Read Operator’s Manual

Indicates a potential personal injury hazard.

To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand opera­tor’s manual before using this product.

Eye Protection

No Hands Symbol

Wet Conditions Alert

V Volts

A Amperes

Hz

min Minutes

n

o

Hertz

Alternating Current

No Load Speed

Class II Construction

Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to comply
with ANSI Z87.1.

Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will result in
serious personal injury.

Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations.

Voltage

Current

Frequency (cycles per second)

Time

Type of current

Rotational speed, at no load

Double-insulated construction

.../min

Per Minute

Revolutions, strokes, surface speed, orbits etc., per minute

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ELECTRICAL

EXTENSION CORDS

Use only 3-wire extension cords that have 3-prong ground­ing plugs and 3-pole receptacles that accept the tool’s plug.
When using a power tool at a considerable distance from
the power source, use an extension cord heavy enough
to carry the current that the tool will draw. An undersized
extension cord will cause a drop in line voltage, resulting in
a loss of power and causing the motor to overheat. Use the
chart provided below to determine the minimum wire size
required in an extension cord. Only round jacketed cords
listed by Underwriter’s Laboratories (UL) should be used.

**Ampere rating (on tool data plate)

0-2.0 2.1-3.4 3.5-5.0 5.1-7.0 7.1-12.0 12.1-16.0

Cord Length Wire Size (A.W.G.)

25' 16 16 16 16 14 14
50' 16 16 16 14 14 12
100' 16 16 14 12 10 —

**Used on 12 gauge - 20 amp circuit.

NOTE: AWG = American Wire Gauge

When working with the tool outdoors, use an extension cord
that is designed for outside use. This is indicated by the
letters “W-A” or “W” on the cord’s jacket.

Before using an extension cord, inspect it for loose or
exposed wires and cut or worn insulation.

WARNING:

Keep the extension cord clear of the working area.
Position the cord so that it will not get caught on
lumber, tools or other obstructions while you are
working with a power tool. Failure to do so can
result in serious personal injury.

WARNING:

Check extension cords before each use. If damaged
replace immediately. Never use tool with a
damaged cord since touching the damaged area
could cause electrical shock resulting in serious
injury.

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION

This tool is powered by a precision-built electric motor. It
should be connected to a power supply that is 120 volts,
AC only (normal household current), 60 Hz. Do not operate
this tool on direct current (DC). A substantial voltage drop
will cause a loss of power and the motor will overheat. If the
tool does not operate when plugged into an outlet, double
check the power supply.

SPEED AND WIRING

This speed is not constant and decreases under a load
or with lower voltage. For voltage, the wiring in a shop
is as important as the motor’s horsepower rating. A line
intended only for lights cannot properly carry a power
tool motor. Wire that is heavy enough for a short distance
will be too light for a greater distance. A line that can
support one power tool may not be able to support two
or three tools.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

See Figure 1, page 21.

In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding
provides a path of least resistance for electric current to
reduce the risk of electric shock. This tool is equipped with
an electric cord having an equipment-grounding conduc­tor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into a
matching outlet that is properly installed and grounded in
accordance with all local codes and ordinances.

Do not modify the plug provided. If it will not fit the outlet,
have the proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conduc­tor can result in a risk of electric shock. The conductor with
insulation having an outer surface that is green with or without
yellow stripes is the equipment-grounding conductor. If repair
or replacement of the electric cord or plug is necessary, do
not connect the equipment-grounding conductor to a live
terminal.

Check with a qualified electrician or service personnel if the
grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if
in doubt as to whether the tool is properly grounded.

Repair or replace a damaged or worn cord immediately.
This tool is intended for use on a circuit that has an outlet

like the one shown in figure 1. It also has a grounding pin
like the one shown.

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ELECTRICAL

MOTOR SAFETY PROTECTION

This motor should be blown out or vacuumed frequently to
prevent sawdust buildup which can interfere with normal
motor ventilation.

 Connect this tool to a power source with the appropriate

voltage for your model and a 15-amp branch circuit with
a 15-amp time delay fuse or circuit breaker. Using the
wrong size fuse can damage the motor.

 If the motor won’t start, turn off the power switch

immediately and unplug the tool. Check the cutter head
to make sure it turns freely. If the head is free, try to start
the motor again. If the motor still does not start, refer to
the Troubleshooting section.

Frequent “blowing” of fuses or tripping of circuit breakers
may result if:

 Improper or dull blades are used.
NOTE: Do not continuously use the thickness planer set

at maximum depth of cut (1/8 in.) or at full 13 in. width
of cut. Continuous use at maximum cutting capacity will
damage your motor.

 Motor is overloaded. Overloading can occur if a workpiece

is fed too rapidly or if the tool is misaligned.

 Motor circuit is fused differently from recommendations.

Always follow instructions for the proper fuse / breaker.
Do not use a fuse/breaker of greater capacity without
consulting a qualified electrician.

 Low voltage. Although the motor is designed for operation

on the voltage and frequency specified on the motor,
normal loads will be handled safely on voltage no more
than ten percent above or below that figure. Heavy loads,
however, require that voltage at motor terminals equal the
voltage specified on the motor.

NOTE: Always check the connections, the load, and the
supply circuit whenever the motor fails to perform satis­factorily.

MOTOR OVERLOAD PROTECTOR

See Figure 2, page 21.

WARNING:

To reduce the risk of serious personal injury from
thrown objects or blade contact from unexpected
starting, immediately turn off the tool if the
protector stops the motor. Remove the switch key
and allow the motor time to cool.

This planer is equipped with a overload protector device which
will automatically “trip” and cause the planer to shut down
if the motor is overloaded due to continuous heavy cutting.

The planer overload protector can only be reset manually
by the user after the planer has been allowed to adequately
cool. Allow 15-30 minutes.

Should the overload protector “trip”:

 Turn switch OFF ( O ).
 Raise carriage and remove board.
 After 15-30 minutes, reset the overload protector by

pushing the reset button on the top of the motor housing.
An audible click will indicate the overload protector is
reset. Once the button is reset, the tool may be started
and operated as normal.

NOTE: If the button won’t click into place immediately,

the motor is still too hot and must be allowed to cool.

 If motor has cooled, button will remain in.

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GLOSSARY OF TERMS

Anti-Kickback Pawls (flooring, radial arm, and table saws)

A device which, when properly installed and maintained,
is designed to stop the workpiece from being kicked back
toward the front of the saw during a ripping operation.

Arbor

The shaft on which a blade or cutting tool is mounted.

Bevel Cut

A cutting operation made with the blade at any angle other
than 90° to the table surface.

Compound Cut

A cross cut made with both a miter and a bevel angle.

Cross Cut

A cutting or shaping operation made across the grain or the
width of the workpiece.

Cutter head (planers and jointer planers)

A rotating cutter head with adjustable blades or knives. The
blades or knives remove material from the workpiece.

Dado Cut

A non-through cut which produces a square-sided notch or
trough in the workpiece (requires a special blade).

Featherboard

A device used to help control the workpiece by holding
it securely against the table or fence during any ripping
operation.

FPM or SPM

Feet per minute (or strokes per minute), used in reference
to blade movement.

Freehand

Performing a cut without the workpiece being guided by a
fence, miter gauge, or other aids.

Gum

A sticky, sap-based residue from wood products.

Heel

Alignment of the blade to the fence.

Kerf

The material removed by the blade in a through cut or the
slot produced by the blade in a non-through or partial cut.

Kickback

A hazard that can occur when the blade binds or stalls,
throwing the workpiece back toward operator.

Miter Cut

A cutting operation made with the workpiece at any angle
to the blade other than 90°.

Non-Through Cuts

Any cutting operation where the blade does not extend
completely through the thickness of the workpiece.

Pilot Hole (drill presses)

A small hole drilled in a workpiece that serves as a guide for
drilling large holes accurately.

Push Blocks (flooring and table saws)

Device used to hold the workpiece during cutting opera­tions. This aid helps keep the operator’s hands well away
from the blade.

Push Blocks (jointer planers)

Device used to feed the workpiece over the jointer planer
cutter head during any operation. This aid helps keep the
operator’s hands well away from the cutter head.

Push Sticks (flooring and table saws)

Device used to push the workpiece during cutting operations.
A push stick should be used for narrow ripping operations.
The aid helps keep the operator’s hands well away from
the blade.

Resaw

A cutting operation to reduce the thickness of the workpiece
to make thinner pieces.

Resin

A sticky, sap-based substance that has hardened.

Revolutions Per Minute (RPM)

The number of turns completed by a spinning object in one
minute.

Ripping or Rip Cut

A cutting operation along the length of the workpiece.

Riving Knife/Spreader/Splitter (flooring and table saws)

A metal piece, slightly thinner than the blade, which helps
keep the kerf open and also helps to prevent kickback.

Saw Blade Path

The area over, under, behind, or in front of the blade. As it
applies to the workpiece, that area which will be or has been
cut by the blade.

Set

The distance that the tip of the saw blade tooth is bent (or
set) outward from the face of the blade.

Snipe (planers)

Depression made at either end of a workpiece by cutter
blades when the workpiece is not properly supported.

Through Sawing

Any cutting operation where the blade extends completely
through the thickness of the workpiece.

Throw-Back

The throwing back of a workpiece usually caused by the
workpiece being dropped into the blade or being placed
inadvertently in contact with the blade.

Workpiece or Material

The item on which the operation is being done.

Worktable

Surface where the workpiece rests while performing a
cutting, drilling, planing, or sanding operation.

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FEATURES

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Feed Rate ............................................................ 23.5 FPM

Input ..................................120 V, 60 Hz, AC Only, 15 Amp

No Load Speed .....................................9,000 r/min. (RPM)

Max. Planing Height .............................................. 6-1/8 in.

Max. Planing Width ....................................................13 in.

Max. Planing Depth ...................................................1/8 in.

KNOW YOUR PLANER

See Figure 3, page 21.

The safe use of this product requires an understanding of
the information on the tool and in this operator’s manual as
well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting. Before
use of this product, familiarize yourself with all operating
features and safety rules.

15 AMP MOTOR

The planer has a powerful 15 amp motor with sufficient power
to handle tough cutting jobs.

AUTOMATIC FEED

Infeed and outfeed rollers feed the wood through the planer.

DEPTH ADJUSTMENT CRANK HANDLE

The depth adjustment crank handle is used to raise and
lower the cutter head assembly.

DUST GUIDE

Attaching a 2-1/2 in. shop vac hose to the dust guide helps
minimize sawdust accumulation on the workpiece.

IND-I-CUT™ DEPTH GAUGE

The Ind-I-Cut™ depth gauge is located on the front of your
planer and measures depth of cuts up to 1/8 in.

REPEAT-A-CUT

The Repeat-A-Cut™, located on the right side of the planer,
has preset measurements for repetitive planing.

™

RESET BUTTON

The reset button opens the power line circuit when the
motor temperature exceeds a safe level, when the motor is
overloaded, or when a lower voltage condition exists.

SCALE

Quickly check the thickness of a workpiece using the scale.

SURE-CUT™ CARRIAGE LOCK

The Sure-Cut™ Carriage Lock helps minimize snipe on the
end of the workpiece by locking the cutter head in place.

SWITCH ASSEMBLY AND SWITCH KEY

The planer has an easy access switch. To lock in the OFF
( O ) position, remove the switch key. Place the key in a lo-

cation inaccessible to children and others not qualified to
use the tool.

TABLE EXTENSIONS

Infeed and outfeed table extensions are attached to the
machine and fold upright for easy storage. These table ex­tensions are helpful when planing long workpieces.

THICKNESS SCALE

The thickness scale accurately displays the height of the
cutter blades to a maximum of 6 in.

TOOL STORAGE

A magnetic blade wrench can be stored on the left side
panel of the planer.

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ASSEMBLY

LOOSE PARTS LIST

See Figure 5, page 22.

The following items are included with the tool:

Key
No. Description Qty.

A Dust guide ...........................................................1

B Magnetic blade wrench .......................................1

C Switch key ...........................................................1

D Depth adjustment crank handle ..........................1

E Lock washer ........................................................1

F Hex socket screw ................................................1

Operator’s Manual (not shown) ...........................1

UNPACKING

This product requires assembly.
NOTE: Every RIDGID® Thickness Planer is tested at the

factory to insure its performance. You may see small amounts
of wood dust and chips on your new planer.

 Carefully lift the tool from the carton and place it on a

level work surface.

NOTE: This tool is heavy. To avoid back injury, lift with

your legs, not your back, and get help when needed.

WARNING:

If any parts are damaged or missing do not operate
this product until the parts are replaced. Use of
this product with damaged or missing parts could
result in serious personal injury.

WARNING:

Do not attempt to modify this tool or create
accessories not recommended for use with this
tool. Any such alteration or modification is misuse
and could result in a hazardous condition leading
to possible serious personal injury.

WARNING:

Do not connect to power supply until assembly
is complete. Failure to comply could result in
accidental starting and possible serious personal
injury.

WARNING:

Do not use this product if any parts on the Loose
Parts List are already assembled to your product
when you unpack it. Parts on this list are not
assembled to the product by the manufacturer and
require customer installation. Use of a product that
may have been improperly assembled could result
in serious personal injury.

 Inspect the tool carefully to make sure no breakage or

damage occurred during shipping.

 Do not discard the packing material until you have care-

fully inspected and satisfactorily operated the product.

 Remove the plastic covering the planer table prior to

turning on this product.

 The saw is factory set for accurate cutting. After assem-

bling it, check for accuracy. If shipping has influenced
the settings, take to an authorized service center.

 If any parts are damaged or missing, please call

1-866-539-1710 for assistance.

MOUNTING THE PLANER TO WORKBENCH

If your planer is to be used in a permanent location, it is
recommended you secure it to a workbench or other stable
surface. When mounting the planer to a workbench, holes
should be drilled through the supporting surface of the
workbench.

 Mark holes on workbench where planer is to be mounted

using holes in planer base as a template for hole pattern.

 Drill four holes through workbench.
 Place planer on workbench aligning holes in the planer

base with holes drilled in the workbench.

 Insert four bolts (not included) and tighten securely with

lock washers and hex nuts (not included).

NOTE: All bolts should be inserted from the top. Install

the lock washers and hex nuts from the underside of the
workbench.

Supporting surface where planer is mounted should be
examined carefully after mounting to insure that no move­ment during use can result. If any tipping or walking is noted,
secure workbench or support surface before beginning
planing operation.

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ASSEMBLY

CLAMPING PLANER TO WORKBENCH

See Figure 6, page 22.

If the planer is to be used as a portable tool, it is recommended
you fasten it permanently to a mounting board that can eas­ily be clamped to a workbench or other stable surface. The
mounting board should be of sufficient size to avoid tipping
while planer is in use. Any good grade plywood or chipboard
with a 3/4 in. thickness is recommended.

 Mark holes on board where planer is to be mounted using

holes in planer base as a template for hole pattern.

Follow last three steps in section Mounting Planer to

Workbench.

If lag bolts are used, make sure they are long enough to go
through holes in planer base and material the planer is being
mounted to. If machine bolts are used, make sure bolts are
long enough to go through holes in planer base, the mate­rial being mounted to, and the lock washers and hex nuts.

INSTALLING DEPTH ADJUSTMENT CRANK
HANDLE

See Figure 7, page 22.

 Using the hex socket screw and lock washer, attach the

depth adjustment crank handle securely to the planer.

NOTE: The handle has a D-shape that will need to align

to properly secure.

WARNING:

Never operate the planer without the dust guide in
place. Failure to install the dust guide could expose
operator to fan and result in serious personal injury.

INSTALLING THE DUST GUIDE

See Figure 8, page 23.

 Remove socket head screw and nut from dust guide.
 From the back of the machine, slide the dust guide over

the exhaust port.

NOTE: The tab on the exhaust port should slide between

the two tabs on the dust guide and align with the screw
holes.

 Place the socket head screw through the dust guide and

tab.

 Install nut and secure in place using the blade wrench.
NOTE: To minimize sawdust accumulation on your work-

piece, attach a 2-1/2 in. shop vac to the dust guide.

LEVELING THE TABLE EXTENSIONS

See Figures 9 - 10, page 23.

The infeed and outfeed table extensions are attached to
the planer. Shipped in a folded, upright position, the table
extensions must be in the down position before planing can
begin. For accurate planing, table extensions must be level
with the planer table.

NOTE: For optimum performance, always check to make
sure the table extensions are level before beginning planing
operations.

 Place a straight edge or level across both the planer table

and table extensions.

 If adjustment is necessary, lift table extensions and loosen

lock nuts. Adjust stop screws (one on each side) until
extension table is level with planer table.

 Press down on the table extension to ensure the table

extension is properly seated.

 Tighten lock nuts securely when adjustments are

complete.

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OPERATION

WARNING:

Do not allow familiarity with tools to make you
careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a
second is sufficient to inflict serious injury.

WARNING:

Always wear eye protection with side shields
marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1. Failure to do
so could result in objects being thrown into your
eyes, resulting in possible serious injury.

WARNING:

Do not use any attachments or accessories
not recommended by the manufacturer of this
tool. The use of attachments or accessories not
recommended can result in serious personal injury.

WARNING:

The use of this planer on materials not listed
could damage the planer and could cause serious
personal injury.

WARNING:

Never plane workpiece with loose knots or
foreign objects. Do not plane workpieces that are
severely bowed, twisted, or knotted. Cutter blades
can dull, chip, or break causing possible serious
personal injury.

WARNING:

Do not force feed the workpiece through the
machine. Let the planer apply the proper feed rate.

APPLICATIONS

You may use this tool for the purpose listed below:
Planing the surface of a piece of lumber.

PLANING TIPS

 Thickness planers work best if at least one side of the

workpiece has a flat surface. When both sides of a
workpiece are rough, use a surface planer or jointer first
to define the initial flat surface. Plane one side of the
workpiece then flip the workpiece and plane the surface
of the reverse side.

 Always plane both sides of a workpiece to reach the

desired thickness. This will leave the workpiece with
uniform moisture to prevent warp during the drying
process.

 When one end of the workpiece is thicker than the

opposite end by more than 1/8 in., make several cuts with
the planer starting with light planing cuts first. Remember,
light cuts create a finer finish than heavier cuts.

 Do not plane a workpiece less than 5/16 in. thick.
 Do not plane a workpiece less than 3/4 in. wide.
 Do not plane workpiece shorter than 14 in. long as this

will cause kickback.

 Do not plane more than one workpiece at a time.
 Do not lower the cutter head assembly lower than

5/16 in.

 Do not continuously use the planer set at the maximum

depth of cut (1/8 in.) or at full width of cut (13 in.).
Continuous use at maximum cutting capacities will
damage the motor.

 Worn cutter blades will affect cutting accuracy. Planing

with dull or nicked cutter blades may produce ridges or
rough workpiece surfaces.

 Gum and pitch on the cutter blades and feed rollers will

cause them to wear prematurely. Using a gum and pitch
remover to keep your cutter blades and feed rollers clean
will prolong their wear.

 Refer to the Maintenance section of this operator’s

manual for instructions on how to remove and replace
or turn the cutter blades.

NOTE: Cutter blades are double-edged and can be turned

once to the opposite, unused edge before replacement
is required. Cutter blades must ALWAYS be replaced as
a set.

THICKNESS PLANING

Thickness planing sizes workpiece to desired thickness while
creating a smooth, level surface. Thickness of each cut will
depend on type of wood (hardwood versus softwood), width
of workpiece, straightness, dryness, and grain composition.
Whenever working with a new type of wood, make thin test
cuts on a scrap piece of wood first to determine potential
problems with the workpiece.

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OPERATION

AVOIDING SNIPE

Snipe, or depressions made at either end of a workpiece
by cutter blades, can occur when the board is not properly
supported. Although snipe may be barely noticeable, it is
important to keep the workpiece parallel and flat with the
planer table to minimize snipe. Butting workpieces end­to-end as they are fed through the planer will minimize the
problem, especially for shorter pieces, because it provides
a more stable feed.

For workpieces longer than 48 in., greater care must be
taken to reduce the problem because the additional length
means more of the total weight is unsupported by the planer
table and rollers, causing the shifting weight to work against
keeping the stock flat.

To remove snipe from a finished workpiece, cut off the end
of the workpiece where snipe is noticeable.

WARPED WOOD

Little or no warpage is the ideal condition for planing a
workpiece. Simply turn the workpiece over and plane it to
the desired thickness. Otherwise, plane the top first, turn
the workpiece and plane the bottom.

For a board that is cupped or bowed across its width, the best
method is to rip the board lengthwise down the middle and
plane the pieces separately. This method eliminates much
of the waste in planing cupped or bowed workpieces.

The only way to remove the bow from a workpiece that is
cupped or bowed down its length is to use a jointer.

Avoid using severely warped wood as it can jam the planer.
If it must be used, rip it in half before planing to help mini­mize the possibility of jamming. If jamming does occur, turn
the switch off and unplug the planer immediately. Raise the
cutter head assembly high enough to remove the workpiece
easily. Carefully check to make sure no damage to the tool
has occurred before making the next planing pass.

Always feed the workpiece in the direction of the grain. This
allows the cutter blades to sever the wood fibers instead of
tearing them. Feeding against the grain can also cause the
cutter blades to chip the workpiece.

POWER SWITCH

See Figure 11, page 23.

The planer is equipped with a power switch that has a built-in
locking feature. This feature is intended to prevent unauthor­ized and possible hazardous use by children and others.

TO LOCK THE PLANER:

Place the switch in the OFF ( O ) position.
Remove the switch key from the switch and store in a

secure location.

WARNING:

Always remove the switch key when the tool is
not in use and keep it in a safe place. In the event
of a power failure, turn the switch OFF ( O ) and
remove the key. This action will prevent the tool
from accidentally starting when power returns.

WARNING:

Always make sure the workpiece is not in contact
with the blade before operating the switch to
start the tool. Failure to heed this warning could
cause the workpiece to be kicked back toward
the operator and result in serious personal injury.

USING SURE-CUT™ CARRIAGE LOCK

See Figure 12, page 24.

Never adjust the cutter head assembly with the cutter
head lock in the “locked” position. A complete rotation of
the depth adjustment crank handle moves the cutter head
assembly 1/16 in.

TO RAISE THE CUTTER HEAD:

With the power switch in the OFF ( O ) position, lift the

Sure-Cut™ Carriage Lock to unlock the cutter head as­sembly.

Turn the depth adjustment crank handle clockwise to

raise the cutter head.

Once cutter head is in the desired position, lock the cutter

head by pushing the Sure-Cut™ Carriage Lock down.

TO LOWER THE CUTTER HEAD:

With the power switch in the OFF ( O ) position, lift the

Sure-Cut™ Carriage Lock to unlock the cutter head as­sembly.

Turn the depth adjustment crank handle counterclockwise

to lower the cutter head.

Once cutter head is in the desired position, lock the cutter

head by pushing the Sure-Cut™ Carriage Lock down.

TO TURN THE PLANER ON:

With the switch key inserted into the switch, lift the switch

to turn ON ( l ).

TO TURN THE PLANER OFF:

With the switch key inserted into the switch, push the

switch down to turn OFF ( O ).

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OPERATION

ADJUSTING PLANING DEPTH

See Figure 12, page 24.

The depth adjustment crank handle is used to set the amount
of wood being removed in a planing pass. Never make a
planing cut deeper than 1/16 in. for hardwood up to 6 in.
wide or 1/32 in. for hardwood between 6 in. and 13 in. wide.

NOTE: Never adjust blade height with the cutter head in the
locked position.

NOTE: Do not continuously use the planer at the maximum
depth of cut (1/8 in.) as it will damage the motor.

Rotate the depth adjustment crank handle to position the
cutter head at the desired planing depth. Each full revolu­tion of the handle will raise or lower the cutter head 1/16 in.

IND-I-CUT™ DEPTH GAUGE

See Figures 12-13, page 24.

The Ind-I-Cut™ depth gauge indicates the amount of wood
to be removed in a planing pass. The workpiece must be
positioned under the depth gauge on the front of the planer.

Never make a planing cut deeper than:

 1/8 in. for material up to 6 in. wide - 1/16 in. for hardwood
 1/16 in. for material 6 in. - 13 in. wide - 1/32 in. for

hardwood

Do not continuously use the planer at the maximum depth
of cut, 1/8 in., as it will damage the motor.

PLANING

See Figure 14, page 24.

WARNING:

Never plane workpiece with loose knots or
foreign objects. Do not plane workpieces that are
severely bowed, twisted, or knotted. Cutter blades
can dull, chip, or break causing possible serious
personal injury.

Use scrap wood for your first planing attempt. Once you
have planed the wood, check all measurements for accuracy.
If measurements are not exact, see Adjustment section for
further instruction.

Before each use of the planer, check for loose fasteners,
fittings, or hardware; be sure the dust hood is securely
mounted; and ensure the blade cutter rotates freely. Lower
the cutter head assembly to approximately 1 in. above the
planer table surface. Without putting any load on the planer,
test the motor by turning the planer on and allowing it to
reach full speed. If the planer sounds excessively loud or
has excessive vibration, turn off the machine immediately
and check again for any loose hardware, retightening any
you may find.

WARNING:

To avoid serious personal injury, do not stand
directly in line with the front or rear of the planer.
If an object is thrown from the planer, it will travel
in this direction.

Stand to one side of the planer infeed area.
Turn switch ON ( l ).
Lift the work to the table by grasping the edges of the

board at approximately the middle of the length. Rest the
board end on the feed table and direct the board into the
planer.

NOTE: Boards longer than 24 in. should have additional

support from free-standing material stands.

Push slightly on the board and allow the automatic feed

to take the board.

Release the board to allow the automatic feed to function

properly. Do not push or pull on the workpiece.

Move to one side at the rear of the planer and receive

the planed lumber by grasping it in the same manner as
it was fed. Do not grasp any portion of the board which
has not gone past the outfeed area of the table.

REPLANING USING REPEAT-A-CUT

See Figure 15, page 24.

The planer has a replane feature using preset markers for
repetitive planing. The Repeat-A-Cut™ allows you to plane
material to a set measurement. The maximum depth of the
replane indicator is 1-3/4 in.

 Raise cutter head assembly to a height greater than

1-3/4 in.

 Rotate the Repeat-A-Cut™ to the desired height.
 Lower the cutter head assembly to desired cutting depth

for the first planer pass.

Stand to one side of the planer infeed area.
Turn switch ON ( l ).
Plane the workpiece (see Adjusting Planing Depth for

maximum depth of cut).

Repeat passes, lowering the cutter head on each

progressive pass until handle stops reaching the Repeat­A-Cut setting.

Repeat above steps for additional boards to be planed

to Repeat-A-Cut setting.

After competition of Repeat-A-Cut planing, reset Repeat-

A-Cut to 1/8 in.

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ADJUSTMENTS

WARNING:

Before performing any adjustment, make sure the
tool is unplugged from the power supply and the
switch is in the OFF ( O ) position. Failure to heed
this warning could result in serious personal injury.

THICKNESS SCALE ADJUSTMENT

See Figure 16, page 25.

Located on the right front of the planer, the thickness scale
shows the depth of the finished workpiece. Inaccurate cuts
can be prevented by routinely checking the alignment of
the thickness scale.

 Table extensions must be level with planer table.
 Plane a scrap piece of wood then measure the thickness

of the finished piece.

 If properly adjusted, the thickness of the finished piece

should be the same as indicated on the thickness scale.

 If out of adjustment, loosen the scale indicator screws

holding the scale indicator and adjust the thickness
indicator to the correct setting.

 Retighten screws securely.

BLADE ADJUSTMENT

See Figure 17, page 25.

WARNING:

Always wear heavy leather gloves and use caution
when loosening blade locking screws and handling
and/or changing blades. Blades are sharp and can
cause serious injury.

Tiny nicks may appear on the blades as a result of picking
up sand or other particles on a workpiece and then run­ning the workpiece through the planer. Slight adjustments
can be made to one or both blades to offset such planing
imperfections.

Unplug the planer.
Lower the cutter head assembly.
Remove the dust hood screws holding the dust hood in

place. Remove hood and set aside.

WARNING:

To avoid injury, NEVER rotate the cutter head by
hand.

 If cutter head is not locked, rotate until it locks.
NOTE: Rotating the cutter head is accomplished by

turning the dust exhaust fan with your fingers until the
cutter head locks in place.

Using the magnetic blade wrench, loosen, but do not

remove, the blade locking screws that secure the blade
in the cutter head.

Push the end of the cutter blade on either the left or right

side to shift the blade as desired. The blade can be shifted
up to 3/64 in.

Retighten the blade locking screws securely.
Replace the dust hood and reinstall dust hood screws to

secure.

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MAINTENANCE

WARNING:

When servicing, use only identical replacement
parts. Use of any other part may create a hazard
or cause product damage.

WARNING:

Always wear eye protection with side shields
marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1 during product
operation. If operation is dusty, also wear a dust
mask.

CLEANING

Unplug the planer.
Sawdust buildup and other debris can cause the tool to

plane inaccurately. Periodic cleaning and waxing is needed
for accurate, precision planing.

Do not allow sawdust to accumulate on the planer. Clean
the dust hood after each use.

DANGER:

Rotating blades under dust hood. In order to avoid
personal injury, keep fingers away.

GENERAL MAINTENANCE

Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most
plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of
commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use
clean cloths to remove dirt, carbon dust, etc.

WARNING:

Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline,
petroleum-based products, penetrating oils, etc.,
come in contact with plastic parts. They contain
chemicals that can damage, weaken, or destroy
plastic.

LUBRICATION

All of the bearings in this tool are lubricated with a sufficient
amount of high grade lubricant for the life of the unit under
normal operating conditions. Therefore, no further lubrica­tion is required.

WARNING:

To ensure safety and reliability, all repairs should
be performed by a qualified service technician
at an authorized service center to avoid risk of
personal injury.

Moving parts should be cleaned regularly with penetrating
oil and lubricated with a light coating of medium-weight
machine oil.

Paste wax should be applied to the planing table surface to
ease the movement of workpieces across it, but be careful
not to use so much that it will be absorbed into the wood
and interfere with staining.

Check feed rollers after each use for resin buildup, because
feed rollers must be clean to be effective. If buildup occurs,
use a mild, nonflammable tar and pitch remover.

BLADE WRENCH STORAGE

See Figure 18, page 25.

For your convenience, the blade wrench can be stored in
the left hand side panel.

Dispose of used blades properly. Wrap blades in tape before
disposal to avoid accidental injury.

MOTOR/ELECTRICAL

The universal motor is easy to maintain but must be kept
clean. Do not allow water, oil, or sawdust to accumulate on
or in it. The sealed bearings are permanently lubricated and
need no further attention.

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MAINTENANCE

CORD STORAGE

See Figure 19, page 25.

When not in use, the power cord should be wrapped around
the planer.

CAUTION:

Check extension cords before each use. If
damaged, replace immediately. Never use tool with
a damaged cord since touching the damaged area
could cause electrical shock resulting in serious
injury.

BRUSH REPLACEMENT

See Figure 20, page 26.

Externally accessible brush assemblies are located at the
right front and the left rear of the planer. These brushes
should be inspected every 10 to 15 operating hours for wear.
Replace both brushes when either brush has less than 1/4 in.
of carbon remaining.

NOTE: The dust hood may be removed for easier access
when removing the rear brush cap.

Unplug planer and remove the switch key.
Using a flat-head screwdriver, unscrew the brush cap.

The brush assembly is spring-loaded and will pop out
when you remove the cap.

Remove the brush assembly (brush and spring) and

inspect for wear. If less than 1/4 in. of carbon remains
on brush, replace both brush assemblies. Never replace
one side without replacing the other.

Install new brush assembly, if required, or reinstall old

brush assembly.

Replace cap and tighten to secure.

BLADE REPLACEMENT

See Figures 21 - 25, page 26.

WARNING:

Always wear heavy leather gloves and use caution
when loosening blade locking screws and handling
and/or changing blades. Blades are sharp and can
cause serious injury.

The planer is equipped with replaceable/disposable double­edged cutter blades attached to a rotating cutter head. Worn
cutter blades will affect cutting accuracy and may produce
ridges on the workpiece.

NOTE: The replacement blades may appear slightly different
than the original blades.

 Unplug the planer.
 Lower the cutter head assembly to 1 in. height.
 From the back of the planer, remove the dust hood screws

holding the dust hood in place.

 Remove the dust hood.
 If cutter head is not locked, rotate until it locks.

NOTE: Rotating the cutter head is accomplished by

turning the dust exhaust fan with your fingers until
the cutter head locks in place. The cutter head lock
will engage when the head is rotated. Do not operate
thickness planer without the dust hood in place or the
planer will be damaged.

 Carefully loosen and remove the blade locking screws.
 Using the magnetic blade wrench, remove the blade lock

bar by placing the blade wrench on blade, lifting slightly,
then pulling straight out.

 Repeat above step to remove the blade.
NOTE: If you are changing to the second side of the

blade, rotate the blade “end for end” keeping the same
flat side down. This correctly positions the blade for
reinstallation.

 Using the magnetic blade wrench, align holes in blade

with pins on cutter head and push the installed blade in
firmly. Check that the blade edge is parallel to the cutter
head slot.

 Align blade lock bar over the blade then securely retighten

the blade locking screws.

 Push and hold the cutter head lock down and rotate fan

slightly to unlock the cutter head.

 Release cutter head lock and rotate the cutter head to the

next lock position to access access the second blade.

 Repeat the above steps for the third blade.
 Replace the dust hood.

NOTE: FIGURES (ILLUSTRATIONS) START ON PAGE 21 AFTER

FRENCH AND SPANISH LANGUAGE SECTIONS.

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TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION

Snipe (depressions at ends of
workpiece)

Torn grain Too deep a blade setting

Fuzzy/rough grain High wood moisture content

Uneven depth of cut Cutter head assembly not level with

Dull cutter blades
Incorrect butted stock

Unit not securely mounted

Workpiece being fed against grain
Dull cutter blades

Dull cutter blades
Too deep a blade setting
Incorrect feeding speed

planer surface
Unstable roller spring pressure

Feed roller worn unevenly

Replace or turn cutter blades.
Butt pieces end-to-end as they are

fed into planer.
Tighten lag bolts.

Reduce depth of cut.
Feed other end of board first.
Replace or turn cutter blades.

Dry wood before planing.
Replace or turn cutter blades.
Reduce depth of cut.
Check for adequate power supply.

Check cord and plug for damage.
Check condition of motor brushes.

Have service performed by an
authorized service center.

Have service performed by an
authorized service center.

Have service performed by an
authorized service center.

Board thickness does not match
depth scale indicator

Cutter head height difficult to adjust Dirty elevation spindle

Will not start Not plugged in

Interrupted operation Unit overloaded

Depth scale incorrectly set
Dirty planing table

Worn chain

Blown circuit

Motor failure

Loose wire

ON/OFF switch malfunction

Motor is overloaded

Circuit overloaded

Adjust depth scale.
Clean and wax planing table.

Clean and lubricate spindle.
Have service performed by an

authorized service center.

Check power source.
Replace fuse, reset breaker, or call

electrician.
Have service performed by an

authorized service center.
Have service performed by an

authorized service center.
Have service performed by an

authorized service center.
Push reset button.

Reduce load.
Operate on circuit separate from

other appliances or motors or con­nect to circuit with adequate amp
rating.

Cutter head will not lower to plane
material

Repeat-A-Cut setting too high. Lower Repeat-A-Cut setting to 1/8

in.

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WARRANTY

RIDGID® HAND HELD AND STATIONARY POWER TOOL
3 YEAR LIMITED SERVICE WARRANTY

Proof of purchase must be presented when requesting
warranty service.

Limited to RIDGID® hand held and stationary power tools
purchased 2/1/04 and after. This product is manufactured
by One World Technologies, Inc. The trademark is licensed
from RIDGID®, Inc. All warranty communications should be
directed to One World Technologies, Inc., attn: RIDGID®
Hand Held and Stationary Power Tool Technical Service at
(toll free) 1-866-539-1710.

90-DAY SATISFACTION GUARANTEE POLICY

During the first 90 days after the date of purchase, if you are
dissatisfied with the performance of this RIDGID® Hand Held
and Stationary Power Tool for any reason you may return
the tool to the dealer from which it was purchased for a full
refund or exchange. To receive a replacement tool you must
present proof of purchase and return all original equipment
packaged with the original product. The replacement tool
will be covered by the limited warranty for the balance of
the 3 YEAR service warranty period.

WHAT IS COVERED UNDER THE 3 YEAR
LIMITED SERVICE WARRANTY

This warranty on RIDGID® Hand Held and Stationary Power
Tools covers all defects in workmanship or materials and nor­mal wear items such as brushes, chucks, motors, switches,
cords, gears and even cordless batteries in this RIDGID®
tool for three years following the purchase date of the tool.
Warranties for other RIDGID® products may vary.

HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE

To obtain service for this RIDGID® tool you must return it;
freight prepaid, or take it in to an authorized service center
for RIDGID® branded hand held and stationary power tools.
You may obtain the location of the authorized service center
nearest you by calling (toll free) 1-866-539-1710 or by log­ging on to the RIDGID® website at www.ridgid.com. When
requesting warranty service, you must present the original
dated sales receipt. The authorized service center will
repair any faulty workmanship, and either repair or replace
any part covered under the warranty, at our option, at no
charge to you.

WHAT IS NOT COVERED

This warranty applies only to the original purchaser at
retail and may not be transferred. This warranty only covers
defects arising under normal usage and does not cover any
malfunction, failure or defect resulting from misuse, abuse,
neglect, alteration, modification or repair by other than
an authorized service center for RIDGID® branded hand
held and stationary power tools. Consumable accessories
provided with the tool such as, but not limited to, blades,
bits and sand paper are not covered.

RIDGID®, INC. AND ONE WORLD TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
MAKE NO WARRANTIES, REPRESENTATIONS OR PROM­ISES AS TO THE QUALITY OR PERFORMANCE OF ITS
POWER TOOLS OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFICALLY
STATED IN THIS WARRANTY.

ADDITIONAL LIMITATIONS

To the extent permitted by applicable law, all implied warran­ties, including warranties of MERCHANTABILITY or FITNESS
FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, are disclaimed. Any implied
warranties, including warranties of merchantability or fitness
for a particular purpose, that cannot be disclaimed under
state law are limited to three years from the date of purchase.
One World Technologies, Inc. and RIDGID®, Inc. are not
responsible for direct, indirect, incidental or consequential
damages. Some states do not allow limitations on how long
an implied warranty lasts and/or do not allow the exclusion
or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the
above limitations may not apply to you. This warranty gives
you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights
which vary from state to state.

One World Technologies, Inc.

P.O. Box 35, Hwy. 8

Pickens, SC 29671

A subsidiary of Techtronic Industries Co., Ltd.

OTC: TTNDY

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