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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
Power Planer
Model No. HPL50
DOUBLE INSULATED
THANK YOU FOR BUYING A RYOBI POWER PLANER
Your new Power Planer has been engineered and manufactured to Ryobi's high standard for dependability, ease of
operation, and operator safety. Properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance.
CAUTION: Carefully read through this entire operator's manual before using your new Power Planer.
Pay close attention to the Rules for Safe Operation, Warnings, and Cautions. If you use your Power Planer properly
and only for what it is intended, you will enjoy years of safe, reliable service.
Thank you again for buying Ryobi tools.
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
■ Table of Contents / Introduction ......................................................................................................................... 2
■ General Safety Rules ...................................................................................................................................... 3-4
■ Specific Safety Rules ...................................................................................................................................... 4-5
■ Symbols .......................................................................................................................................................... 5-6
■ Features .......................................................................................................................................................... 7-8
■ Product Specifications ....................................................................................................................................... 8
■ Operation ....................................................................................................................................................... 9-13
■ Maintenance ................................................................................................................................................ 13-16
■ Parts Ordering / Service ................................................................................................................................... 18
INTRODUCTION
DOUBLE INSULATION
Your Ryobi power tool is double insulated. This means
you are separated from the tool's electrical system by
two complete sets of electrical insulation. This extra layer
of insulation is intended to protect the user from electrical shock due to a break in the wiring insulation. All exposed metal parts are isolated from the internal metal
motor components with protecting insulation. Double
insulated tools do not need to be grounded.
WARNING:
The double insulated system is intended to protect
the user from shock resulting from a break in the
tool's internal wiring. Observe all normal safety
precautions related to avoiding electrical shock.
IMPORTANT
Servicing of a tool with double insulation requires extreme care and knowledge of the system and should be
performed only by a qualified service technician. For
service we suggest you return the tool to your nearest
RYOBI AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER for repair.
When servicing use only identical Ryobi replacement
parts.
WARNING:
Do not attempt to operate this tool until you have
read thoroughly and understand completely all
instructions, safety rules, etc. contained in this
manual. Failure to comply can result in accidents
involving fire, electric shock, or serious personal
injury. Save operator's manual and review
frequently for continuing safe operation, and
instructing others who may use this tool.
WARNING:
Look for this symbol to point out important safety
precautions. It means attention!!! Your safety is involved.
The operation of any power tool can result in foreign objects being thrown into your
eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Before beginning tool operation, always
wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and a full face shield when
needed. We recommend Wide Vision Safety Mask for use over eyeglasses or standard
safety glasses with side shields. Always wear eye protection which is marked to comply
with ANSI Z87.1.
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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.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Work Area
■ Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered
benches and dark areas invite accidents.
■ Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable
liquids, gases, or dust. Power tools may create
sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
■ Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away
while operating a power tool. Distractions can
cause you to lose control.
Electrical Safety
■ Double insulated tools are equipped with 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 a polarized outlet.
Do not change the plug in any way. Double insu-
lation eliminates the need for the three-wire
grounded power cord and grounded power supply
system.
■ Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces, such
as pipes, radiators, ranges, and refrigerators.
There is an increased risk of electric shock if your
body is grounded.
■ Don’t expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the
risk of electric shock.
■ Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord to carry
the tools or pull the plug from an outlet. Keep
cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges, or moving
parts. Replace damaged cords immediately. Dam-
aged cords increase the risk of electric shock.
■ When operating a power tool outside, use an
outdoor extension cord marked “W-A” or “W”.
These cords are rated for outdoor use and reduce
the risk of electric shock.
Personal Safety
■ Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use
common sense when operating a power tool. Do
not use tool while tired or under the influence of
drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of inat-
tention while operating power tools may result in
serious personal injury.
■ Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewelry. Contain long hair. Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves away from moving parts. Loose
clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
■ Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch is off
before plugging in. Carrying tools with your finger
on the switch or plugging in tools that have the switch
on, invites accidents.
■ Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the tool on. A wrench or a key that is left at-
tached to a rotating part of the tool may result in
personal injury.
■ Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Proper footing and balance en-
ables better control of the tool in unexpected situations. Do not use on a ladder or unstable support.
■ Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Dust mask, nonskid safety shoes, globes, hard
hat, or hearing protection must be used for appropriate conditions.
Tool Use and Care
■ Use clamps or other practical way to secure and
support the workpiece to a stable platform. Hold-
ing the work by hand or against your body is unstable and may lead to loss of control.
■ Do not force tool. Use the correct tool for your
application. The correct tool will do the job better
and safer at the rate for which it is designed.
■ Do not use tool if switch does not turn it on or
off. Any tool that cannot be controlled with the switch
is dangerous and must be repaired.
■ Disconnect the plug from power source before
making any adjustments, changing accessories,
or storing the tool. Such preventive safety mea-
sures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally.
■ Store idle tools out of the reach of children and
other untrained persons. Tools are dangerous in
the hands of untrained users.
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
■ Maintain tools with care. Keep cutting tools sharp
and clean. Properly maintained tools with sharp
cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier
to control.
■ Check for misalignment or binding of moving
parts, breakage of parts, and any other condition that may affect the tool’s operation. If damaged, have the tool serviced before using. Many
accidents are caused by poorly maintained tools.
■ Use only accessories that are recommended by
the manufacturer for your model. Accessories that
may be suitable for one tool, may become hazardous when used on another tool.
Service
■ Tool service must be performed only by quali-
fied repair personnel. Service or maintenance per-
formed by unqualified personnel could result in a
risk of injury.
■ When servicing a tool, use only identical replacement parts. Follow instructions in the Maintenance section of this manual. Use of unauthorized
parts or failure to follow Maintenance Instructions
may create a risk of electric shock or injury.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation where the cutting tool may contact hidden
wiring or its cord. Contact with a “live” wire will make exposed metal parts of the tool “live” and shock the operator.
Additional Rules For Safe Operation
■ Know your power tool. Read operator’s manual
carefully. Learn its applications and limitations,
as well as the specific potential hazards related
to this tool. Following this rule will reduce the risk
of electric shock, fire, or serious injury.
■ Always wear safety glasses. Everyday eyeglasses have only impact-resistant lenses; they
are NOT safety glasses. Following this rule will re-
duce the risk of serious personal injury.
■ Protect your lungs. Wear a face or dust mask if
the operation is dusty. Following this rule will re-
duce the risk of serious personal injury.
■ Protect your hearing. Wear hearing protection
during extended periods of operation. Following
this rule will reduce the risk of serious personal injury.
■ Inspect tool cords periodically and, if damaged,
have repaired at your nearest Factory Service
Center or other Authorized Service Organization.
Constantly stay aware of cord location. Follow-
ing this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock or
fire.
■ Keep hands away from blades and planing area.
Do not reach underneath work while blades are
rotating. Do not attempt to remove material while
blades are rotating. Blades continue to rotate after releasing of trigger. Following this rule will re-
duce the risk of serious personal injury.
■ 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 by an authorized
service center. Following this rule will reduce the
risk of shock, fire, or serious injury.
■ Keep handles 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 strong solvents to clean your tool.
Following this rule will reduce the risk of serious personal injury.
■ Keep blades clean. Periodically check blades and
chip exhaust for chip build-up. Clean blades minimize stalling and kickback. Following this rule will
reduce the risk of serious personal injury.
■ Do not abuse cord. Never carry the tool by the
cord or yank it to disconnect it from the receptacle. Keep cord away from heat, oil, and sharp
edges. Following this rule will reduce the risk of elec-
tric shock or fire.
■ 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. A wire gage size (A.W.G.) of at
least 16 is recommended for an extension cord
100 feet or less in length. A cord exceeding 100
feet is not recommended. If in doubt, use the next
heavier gage. The smaller the gage number, the
heavier the cord. An undersized cord will cause a
drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and
overheating.
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SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
■ Inspect for and remove all nails from lumber be-
fore planing. Following this rule will reduce the risk
of serious personal injury.
■ Drugs, alcohol, medication. Do not operate tool
while under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or
any medication. Following this rule will reduce the
risk of electric shock, fire, or serious personal injury.
■ Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently
and use them to instruct others who may use
this tool. If you loan someone this tool, loan them
these instructions also.
SYMBOLS
WARNING:
Some dust created by power sanding, sawing,
grinding, drilling, and other construction activities
contains chemicals known 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 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.
Important: Some of the following symbols may be used on your tool. Please study them and learn their meaning.
Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer.
SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION / EXPLANATION
V Volts Voltage
A Amperes Current
Hz Hertz Frequency (cycles per second)
W Watt Power
min Minutes Time
Alternating Current Type or a characteristic of current
n
0
.../min Revolutions or Reciprocation Per Minute Revolutions, strokes, surface speed,
No Load Speed Rotational speed, at no load
Class II Construction Designates Double Insulated Construc-
tion tools
orbits etc. per minute
Safety Alert Symbol Indicates danger, warning or caution. It
means attention!!! Your safety is involved.
Wet Conditions Alert Do not expose to rain or use in damp
locations.
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SYMBOLS
The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols, and the
explanations with them, deserve your careful attention and understanding. The safety warnings do not by
themselves eliminate any danger. The instructions or warnings they give are not substitutes for proper accident
prevention measures.
SYMBOL MEANING
DANGER: Failure to obey a safety warning will result in serious injury to yourself or to others. Always
follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury.
WARNING: Failure to obey a safety warning can result in serious injury to yourself or to others.
Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury.
CAUTION: Failure to obey a safety warning may result in property damage or personal injury to
yourself or to others. Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and
personal injury.
NOTE: Advises you of information or instructions vital to the operation or maintenance of the equipment.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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FEATURES
WARNING:
Carefully read through this entire operator's manual
before using your new planer. Pay close attention
to the Safety Rules, Warnings and Cautions. If you
use your planer properly and only for what it is
intended, you will enjoy years of safe, reliable
service.
KNOW YOUR PLANER
See Figure 1.
Before attempting to operate your planer, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety requirements.
Your planer is compact and lightweight. It is equipped with
the following features:
• Depth adjustment knob located at the front of your
unit.
• Chip bag which can be used on either side of your
unit.
When used properly, your planer should take the guesswork out of planing, sizing, or beveling of doors, windows, shutters, drawer slides, and other work. However,
as with any tool, your planer requires accurate set-ups
and handling. Practice cutting on scrap lumber before
attempting to plane finished goods. In order to turn out
the quality work for which your tool has been designed,
the importance of the need for you to practice cannot be
over-emphasized.
WARNING:
If any parts are missing, do not operate your planer
until the missing parts are replaced. Failure to do
so could result in possible serious personal injury.
SWITCH
Depress the trigger switch to start your planer. To turn
your planer off, release the trigger switch.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
Your planer has a precision built electric motor. It should
be connected to a power supply that is 120 volts, 60
Hz, AC only (normal household current). 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 your planer does not operate when plugged
into an outlet, double-check the power supply.
WARNING:
Do not allow familiarity with your planer make you
careless. Remember that being careless a fraction
of a second is sufficient time to inflict severe injury.
REAR HANDLE
POWER CORD
TRIGGER SWITCH
CHIP EXHAUST
EXHAUST
DIRECTION DIAL
CHIP EXHAUST
CHIP BAG
DEPTH ADJUSTMENT
KNOB AND FRONT
HANDLE
Fig. 1
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LOOSE PARTS
See Figure 2.
FEATURES
CARRIAGE SCREW
CHIP BAG
BLADES (2)
BLADE WRENCH
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
POWER PLANER - HPL50
Input 120v 5.0 amps AC
RPM 16,000/min
Max depth of cut 2 mm (5/64 in.)
Max rabbet depth 8 mm (5/16 in.)
THUMB SCREW
EDGE GUIDE
WASHER
Blades Double edge reversible (2)
Weight 7 lbs. (2.95 kg.)
Cord length 10 ft. (3 m)
RETAINING KNOB
EDGE GUIDE
BRACKET
Fig. 2
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OPERATION
CHIP EXHAUST AND COLLECTION
See Figure 3.
CHIP EXHAUST
Your planer is equipped with two chip exhaust ports, an
exhaust direction dial, and a chip bag for the collection
of wood chips in the work area.
The design of your planer allows you to use either chip
exhaust port. Depending on the area in which you are
working, change to the right or left side exhaust port as
needed.
EXHAUST DIRECTION DIAL
To control the direction of wood chips when working in
confined areas, select the left or right outlet by rotating
the exhaust direction dial accordingly.
DIAL OPERATION:
FROM OPERATOR’S POSITION
Dial set to “R” Chips shoot out to operator’s RIGHT.
Dial set to “L” Chips shoot out to Operator’s LEFT.
WARNING:
Your planer should never be connected to power
supply when you are assembling parts, making
adjustment, changing belts or blades, when
cleaning, or when not in use. Disconnecting your
planer will prevent accidental starting that could
cause serious injury.
PREPARING FOR OPERATION
See Figure 4.
For ease of operation your planer has both a front handle
and a rear handle. This provides for two-handed operation, which is necessary in order to maintain proper control of your planer and keep both hands clear of the
blades and cutting area. When operating your planer
always use both hands, holding the front handle with
your left hand and the rear handle with your right hand.
In this position, your planer is easier to handle.
CHIP BAG
Attach the chip bag to the chip exhaust port by sliding the
collar of the bag into the port. Pull straight out to remove.
The chip bag will fill quickly and must be emptied often.
EXHAUST
DIRECTION
DIAL
CHIP
EXHAUST
Fig. 4
CHIP BAG
CHIP
EXHAUST
Fig. 3
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OPERATION
CAUTION:
Planing too fast increases chip build-up in the chip
exhaust and can result in a poor finish. Chip buildup restricts air flow and can cause motor overheating.
Plane slowly and empty dust bag often to prevent
damage.
WARNING:
Do not attempt to clear a blocked chip exhaust until
the blades have stopped and the unit has been
disconnected from the power source. Failure to
heed this warning can result in serious personal
injury.
Keep cord away from cutting area. Always place the cord
to prevent it from hanging on the work while cutting.
DANGER:
If the cord hangs up on the work during a cut,
release the trigger switch immediately. Unplug
your planer and check cord for damage. If no
damage, reposition the cord to prevent it from
hanging up again. If the cord has been damaged,
have it replaced before using your planer.
CORRECT
Fig. 5
WRONG
WARNING:
Using your planer with a damaged cord could
cause electrical shock resulting in serious injury.
Know the right way to use your planer.
Never use your planer as shown in
Always keep control of your planer. It makes cutting easier
and safer. To help keep control, always support your work
so the cut will be on your right. Clamp your work so it will
not move during the cut.
during a cut could result in the loss of control of your
planer possibly causing serious injury.
See Figure 5
See Figure 5
Figures 6 and 7
. The work moving
.
.
Fig. 6
WRONG
Fig. 7
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OPERATION
TO ADJUST PLANING DEPTH
See Figure 8.
Unplug your planer before making any adjustments.
WARNING:
Failure to unplug your planer could result in
accidental starting causing serious injury.
The planing depth can be adjusted from 0-2 mm. To adjust the depth, turn the depth adjustment knob to the
desired setting on the depth adjustment dial. Always work
from a rough cut to a finish cut. The approximate setting
for rough planing is 0.5 mm to 1 mm. For finish planing
use a setting of approximately 0.2 mm to 0.4 mm. It is
recommended that test cuts be made in scrap wood after each adjustment to make sure that the desired
amount of wood is being removed by your planer.
NOTE: To protect blades during storage, transporting,
etc., set blade depth adjustment to 0.
DEPTH
ADJUSTMENT
KNOB
Hold the planer firmly and push forward, into the work,
using a slow, steady motion. As the end of the planed cut
is reached, apply downward pressure toward the rear
handle. This will help keep the rear section of the planer
base in contact with the work and will prevent the front of
the planer from gouging the cut. Be careful to avoid hitting nails during planing operation; this could nick, crack,
or damage blades. We suggest that you always keep an
extra set of blades on hand. As soon as the blades in
your planer show signs of becoming dull, replace them.
BLADE SET P/N HPL50K-26
NOTE: The blades in your planer are reversible and can
be reversed until both sides become dull.
CHAMFERING
See Figure 9.
The planer has been designed with a chamfering groove
in the front shoe. The purpose for this groove is chamfering edges of boards as shown. Before making a cut on
good lumber, practice cutting on scrap lumber to determine the amount to be removed. Clamp the workpiece so
it will not move during this operation. Firmly holding the
front depth adjustment knob with your left hand and the
rear handle with your right hand, place the chamfering
groove on the surface to be cut. Start your planer and let
it reach full speed, then slowly move it into the work.
Maintain downward pressure to keep your planer flat at
the beginning and the end of the work surface.
TO INCREASE
CUTTING DEPTH
TO DECREASE
CUTTING DEPTH
Fig. 8
GENERAL CUTTING
Adjust your planer to the desired depth of cut. With your
left hand holding the front depth adjustment knob and
your right hand holding the rear handle, place the front
shoe on the edge of workpiece to be planed. Make sure
blades are not touching the workpiece. Apply pressure
to the front handle so that the front shoe is completely
flat on the work. Depress the trigger switch to start your
planer and let the motor reach maximum speed.
WARNING:
Always use two hands on the tool for any operation;
this is assure you maintain control and avoid the
risk of serious personal injury. Work must always
be properly supported and clamped so both hands
will be free to control the planer.
Fig. 9
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OPERATION
EDGE PLANING
See Figures 10 and 11.
Your planer comes with an adjustable edge guide for
precision edge planing. It can be attached to either side
of your planer and is useful when planing long and uneven surface boards.
ATTACHING THE EDGE GUIDE
Assemble the edge guide and edge guide bracket using
the carriage head screw, washer and retaining knob.
Attach the edge guide assembly to the desired side of
the planer, ensuring the locating tab on the edge guide
bracket fits into the locating tab hole. Install thumb screw
and tighten securely.
To adjust the edge guide to the width of cut, loosen the
retaining knob and adjust to the desired position. Retighten the retaining knob securely.
RIGHT SIDE MOUNT
THUMB
SCREW
EDGE
GUIDE
LOCATING
TAB HOLE
EDGE GUIDE
BRACKET
When making cuts using your edge guide, the guide
should be held firmly against the edge of the board.
Figure 12.
See
Fig. 12
RABBET CUTS
See Figure 13.
Rabbet cuts can be made using your planer. The edge
guide attaches to the operator’s right side of the planer
and can be used to make rabbet cuts. The maximum depth
of the rabbet cut is 8 mm (5/16 in.) and has to be cut in
2 mm (5/64 in.) passes, or less, to get the desired depth.
The width of the rabbet cut is adjustable by moving the
edge guide.
RETAINING
KNOB
LOCATING
TAB HOLE
EDGE GUIDE
BRACKET
LEFT SIDE MOUNT
CARRIAGE
SCREW
WASHER
WASHER
CARRIAGE
SCREW
Fig. 10
THUMB
SCREW
Fig. 13
EDGE
GUIDE
RETAINING
KNOB
Fig. 11
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OPERATION
TO ADJUST DEPTH AND WIDTH OF RABBET
CUT
Loosen the retaining knob and adjust the edge guide to
the desired width. Retighten the retaining knob securely.
The depth of the rabbet is determined by the depth of
the cut, and the number of passes made along the
workpiece. The maximum depth of the rabbet cut is 8 mm
(5/16 in.) and has to be cut in 2 mm (5/64 in.) passes, or
less, to get the desired depth.
WIDTH OF
RABBET CUT
EDGE OF BLADE
EDGE
GUIDE
See Figure 14
DEPTH OF
RABBET CUT
.
POWER CORD
See Figure 15.
Your new power planer has a 10 ft. power cord that stays
soft and flexible in cold weather.
10 FT.
CORD
Fig. 15
Fig. 14
MAINTENANCE
WARNING:
When servicing use only identical Ryobi replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or
cause product damage.
GENERAL
All parts represent an important part of the double insulation system and should be serviced only at an authorized service center.
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.
It has been found that electric tools are subject to accelerated wear and possible premature failure when they
are used on fiberglass boats, sports cars, wallboard,
spackling compounds, or plaster. The chips and
grindings from these materials are highly abrasive to
electric tool parts, such as bearings, brushes, commutators, etc. Consequently, it is not recommended that
this tool be used for extended work on any fiberglass
material, wallboard, spackling compounds, or plaster.
During any use on these materials, it is extremely important that the tool is cleaned frequently by blowing
with an air jet.
WARNING:
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with
side shields during power tool operation or when
blowing dust. If operation is dusty, also wear a dust
mask.
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MAINTENANCE
EXTENSION CORDS
The use of any extension cord will cause some loss of
power. To keep the loss to a minimum and to prevent
tool overheating, use an extension cord that is heavy
enough to carry the current the tool will draw.
A wire gage size (A.W.G.) of at least 16 is recommended
for an extension cord 100 feet or less in length. When
working outdoors, use an extension cord that is suitable
for outdoor use. The cord's jacket will be marked WA.
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.
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.
CLEANING CHIP EXHAUST AND
EMPTYING CHIP BAG
See Figure 16.
After using your planer for an extended period of time or
when planing wet or green lumber, chips may build-up
in the chip exhaust port and require cleaning. Chip buildup restricts air flow and causes the motor to overheat.
■ Unplug your planer.
WARNING:
Failure to unplug your planer could result in
accidental starting causing serious injury.
■ Remove the chip bag from the chip exhaust.
■ Clean the chip or dust build-up from the chip exhaust
port of your planer with a small piece of wood. Do not
use your hands or fingers.
■ Empty all chips from the chip bag and ensure collar
is free from debris.
■ Replace chip bag.
Fig. 16
BLADE REPLACEMENT
See Figures 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, and 22.
The blades in your planer are reversible. Therefore, they
can be reversed when one edge becomes dull.
Always replace or reverse blades in pairs.
Do not attempt to sharpen blades. If the blades become
dull, replace them.
When replacing the blades, use recommended replacement blade only, Ryobi part number HPL50K-26.
Blades are sharp, use extreme caution when replacing
blades.
■ Unplug your planer.
WARNING:
Failure to unplug your planer could result in
accidental starting causing serious injury.
■ Secure your planer in an upside down position.
■ Using the blade wrench provided, loosen the three
blade securing screws on the blade holder.
ure 17
.
NOTE: Do not over loosen the screws. If screws are
too loose, alignment of the new blade will not be accurate.
LOOSEN BLADE
SECURING SCREWS
BLADE WRENCH
See Fig-
14
CUTTER HEAD
BLADE
SECURING
SCREWS
Fig. 17
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MAINTENANCE
NOTE: Before removing old blades, take notice of the
direction of cut as well as how the tapered edge of the old
blades are oriented. The tapered edge of the new blades
must be in the same orientation as the original blades.
■ Using the tip of a screwdriver, push blade out of blade
holder.
blade holder.
NOTE: If blade cannot be pushed out of blade holder
easily after loosening blade securing screws, use a
block of wood to break the blade loose from the blade
holder, with a short sharp blow. Then push with a
screwdriver to remove the blades. If necessary, tap
block of wood sharply with a small hammer to break
blades loose.
■ Clean any sawdust or wood chips from around the
blade area.
BLADE
See Figure 18
See Figure 19
. Remove old blade from the
.
PUSH BLADE WITH TIP
OF SCREWDRIVER
■ Slide new blade into the slot of the blade holder.
Figure 20
BLADE
■ Use a screwdriver to push the blade into the blade
holder until it is centered into position.
.
PUSH BLADE INTO
BLADE HOLDER
BLADE
HOLDER
See Figure 21
See
Fig. 20
.
BLADE HOLDER
PULL BLADE
FROM BLADE
HOLDER
Fig. 18
Fig. 19
Fig. 21
■ Using the blade wrench, retighten the three blade securing screws.
■ Repeat the above procedure to change the other blade.
BLADE WRENCH
See Figure 22
.
RETIGHTEN BLADE
SECURING SCREWS
BLADE
SECURING
SCREWS
15
Fig. 22
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MAINTENANCE
BELT REPLACEMENT
See Figures 23 and 24.
When replacing the belt, use recommended replacement
belt only, Ryobi part number HPL50K-03.
■ Unplug your planer.
WARNING:
Failure to unplug your planer could result in
accidental starting causing serious injury.
■ Remove belt cover screw, then remove the belt cover.
BELT COVER
SCREW
■ Force the old belt from the small pulley by turning in
the direction shown. As you turn the belt, pull and
work it off the small pulley until it has been completely removed from both pulleys.
■ Install the new belt over the large pulley. As you turn
the belt, push and work it onto the small pulley until
it is in place.
■ Replace the belt cover. Install belt cover screw and
tighten securely.
BELT
SMALL PULLEY
LARGE PULLEY
BELT COVER
Fig. 23
Fig. 24
16
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NOTES
17
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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
Power Planer
Model No. HPL50
DOUBLE INSULATED
EXTENSION CORD CAUTION
When using a power tool at a considerable distance from a
power source, be sure to use an extension cord that has the
capacity to handle the current the tool will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage, resulting in overheating and loss of power. Use the chart to determine the minimum wire size required in an extension cord. Only round jacketed cords should be used.
When working with a tool outdoors, use an extension cord that
is designed for outside use. This is indicated by the letters
"WA" on the cord's jacket.
Before using any extension cord, inspect it for loose or exposed wires and cut or worn insulation.
**Ampere rating
(on tool faceplate) 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 —
CAUTION: 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.
**Used on 12 gauge - 20 amp circuit.
• SERVICE
Now that you have purchased your tool, should a need ever exist for repair parts or
service, simply contact your nearest Ryobi Authorized Service Center. Be sure to
provide all pertinent facts when you call or visit. Please call 1-800-525-2579 for your
nearest Ryobi Authorized Service Center. You can also check our web site at
www.ryobitools.com for a complete list of Authorized Service Centers.
• MODEL NO. AND SERIAL NO.
The model number of this tool will be found on a plate attached to the motor housing.
Please record the model number and serial number in the space provided below.
• HOW TO ORDER REPAIR PARTS
973000-048
6-02
WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS,
ALWAYS GIVE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION:
• MODEL NUMBER
HPL50
• SERIAL NUMBER
RYOBI TECHNOLOGIES INC.
1428 Pearman Dairy Road Anderson, SC 29625
Post Office Box 1207 Anderson, SC 29622
www.ryobitools.com
Phone 1-800-525-2579
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