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User Manual
Read and understand this manual before using machine.
15” PLANER
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
IMPORTANT SAFETY & GUIDELINES
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
ADDITIONAL SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
CARTON CONTENTS
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS..................................6
ATTACHING
HANDWHEEL
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ATTACHING TOP COVER AND DUST HOOD
HOW TO ATTACH THE WINGS
OPERA
HOW T
HOW TO
HOW TO SET A KNIFE
HOW TO ADJUST THE TABLE ROLLERS
ADJUST THE HEIGHT OF THE CHIPBREAKER
MAINTENANCE
TROUBLESHOOTING
TING CONTROLS AND ADJUSTMENTS
O CONTROL THE FEED SPEED
CHECK, ADJUST & REPLACE KNIVES
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING:
using tools or equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of
personal injury. Improper operation, maintenance or modification of tools or equipment could result in
serious injury and property damage. There are certain
designed. We strongly recommends that this product
application other than for which it was designed.
Read all warnings and operating instructions before using any tool or equipment. When
applications for which tools and equipment are
NOT
be modified and/or used for any
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SAFETY GUIDELINES - DEFINITIONS
It is important for you to read and understand this manual. The information it contains relates to protecting YOUR
SAFETY and PREVENTING PROBLEMS. The symbols below are used to help you recognize this information.
DANGER:
WARNING:
CAUTION:
NOTICE:
WARNING:
contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Some examples of these chemicals are:
Lead from lead-based paints
Crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products
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.
indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
indicates a practice not related to personal injury which, if not avoided, may result in property dam
Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities
will result in death or serious injury.
could result in death or serious injury.
age.
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
Failure to follow these rules may result in serious personal injury.WARNING:
For your own safety, read the instruction manual 1.
before operating the machine. Learning the machine’s
application, limitations, and specific hazards will greatly
minimize the possibility of accidents and injury.
Wear eye and hearing protection and always use 2.
safety glasses. Everyday eyeglasses are not safety
glasses. Use certified safety equipment. Eye protection
equipment should comply with ANSI Z87.1 standards.
Hearing equipment should comply with ANSI S3.19
standards.
Wear proper apparel. 3. Do not wear loose clothing, gloves,
neckties, rings, bracelets, or other jewelry which may get
caught in moving parts. Nonslip protective footwear is
recommended. Wear protective hair covering to contain
long hair.
Do not use the machine in a dangerous environment. 4.
The use of power tools in damp or wet locations or in rain
can cause shock or electrocution. Keep your work area
well-lit to prevent tripping or placing arms, hands, and
fingers in danger.
Do not operate electric tools near flammable liquids 5.
or in gaseous or explosive atmospheres. Motors and
switches in these tools may spark and ignite fumes.
Maintain all tools and machines in peak condition. 6.
Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest
performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and
changing accessories. Poorly maintained tools and
machines can further damage the tool or machine and/or
cause injury.
Check for damaged parts. 7. Before using the machine,
check for any damaged parts. Check for alignment of
moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts,
and any other conditions that may affect its operation.
A guard or any other part that is damaged should be
properly repaired or replaced with SCTW or factory
authorized replacement parts. Damaged parts can cause
further damage to the machine and/or injury.
Keep the work area clean. 8. Cluttered areas and benches
invite accidents.
Keep children and visitors away. 9. Your shop is a
potentially dangerous environment. Children and visitors
can be injured.
Reduce the risk of unintentional starting. 10. Make sure
that the switch is in the “OFF” position before plugging in
the power cord. In the event of a power failure, move the
switch to the “OFF” position. An accidental start-up can
cause injury. Do not touch the plug’s metal prongs when
unplugging or plugging in the cord.
Use the guards. 11. Check to see that all safety devices are
in place, secured, and working correctly to prevent injury.
Remove adjusting keys and wrenches before starting 12.
the machine. Tools, scrap pieces, and other debris can
be thrown at high speed, causing injury.
Use the right machine. 13. Don’t force a machine or an
attachment to do a job for which it was not designed.
Damage to the machine and/or injury may result.
Use recommended accessories. 14. The use of accessories
and attachments not recommended by SCTW may cause
damage to the machine or injury to the user.
Use the proper extension cord. 15. Make sure your
extension cord is in good condition. When using an
extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry
the current your product will draw. An undersized cord
will cause a drop in line voltage, resulting in loss of power
and overheating. See the Extension Cord Chart for the
correct size depending on the cord length and nameplate
ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge.
The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord.
Secure the workpiece. 16. Use clamps or a vise to hold the
workpiece when practical. Loss of control of a workpiece
can cause injury.
Feed the workpiece against the direction of the 17.
rotation of the blade, cutter, or abrasive surface.
Feeding it from the other direction will cause the
workpiece to be thrown out at high speed.
Don’t forc
the machine and/or injury may result.
Don’t overreach. 19. Loss of balance can make you fall into
a working machine, causing injury.
Never stand on the machine. 20. Injury could occur if the
tool tips, or if you accidentally contact the cutting tool.
Never leave the machine running unattended. 21. Turn
the power off. Don’t leave the machine until it comes to a
complete stop. A child or visitor could be injured.
Turn the machine “22. OFF”, and disconnect the machine
from the power source before installing or removing
accessories, changing cutters, adjusting or changing
set-ups. When making repairs, be sure to lock the start
switch in the “OFF” position. An accidental start-up can
cause injury.
Make your workshop childproof with padlocks, master 23.
switches, or by removing starter keys. The accidental
start-up of a machine by a child or visitor could cause
injury.
Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use 24.
common sense. Do not use the machine when you
are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or
medication. A moment of inattention while operating
power tools may result in injury.
25.
disperse dust or other airborne particles, including
wood dust, crystalline silica dust and asbestos dust.
Direct particles away from face and body. Always operate
tool in well ventilated area and provide for proper dust
removal. Use dust collection system wherever possible.
Exposure to the dust may cause serious and permanent
respiratory or other injury, including silicosis (a serious
lung disease), cancer, and death. Avoid breathing the
dust, and avoid prolonged contact with dust. Allowing
dust to get into your mouth or eyes, or lay on your skin
may promote absorption of harmful material. Always
use properly fitting NIOSH/OSHA approved respiratory
protection appropriate for the dust exposure, and wash
exposed areas with soap and water.
e the workpiece on the machine. 18. Damage to
WARNING:
Use of this tool can generate and
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ADDITIONAL SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
WARNING:
1.
DO NOT OPERATE THIS MACHINE until it is
completely assembled and installed according to the
instructions. A machine incorrectly assembled can
cause serious injury.
2. OBTAIN ADVICE from your supervisor, instructor,
or another qualified person if you are not thoroughly
familiar with the operation of this machine. Knowledge
is safety.
3.
FOLLOW ALL WIRING CODES and recommended
electrical connections to prevent shock or
electrocution.
4. KEEP KNIVES SHARP and free from rust and pitch.
Dull or rusted knives work harder and can cause
kickback.
5. NEVER TURN THE MACHINE “ON” before clearing the
table of all objects (tools,scraps of wood,etc.). Flying
debris can cause serious injury.
6. NEVER TURN THE MACHINE “ON” with the work- piece
contacting the cutterhead. Kickback can occur.
7. SECURE THE MACHINE TO A SUPPORTING SURFACE to prevent the machine from sliding, walking or
tipping over.
8. PROPERLY SECURE THE KNIVES IN THE CUTTERHEAD before turning the power “ON”. Loose blades
may be thrown out at high speeds causing serious
injury.
9. LOCK THE SPEED SETTING SECURELY before feeding
the workpiece through the machine. Changing speeds
while planing can cause kick-back.
10. AVOID AWKWARD OPERATIONS AND HAND POSI-
TIONS. A sudden slip could cause a hand to move
into the knives.
11. KEEP ARMS, HANDS, AND FINGERS away from the
cutterhead, the chip exhaust opening, and the feed
rollers to prevent severe cuts.
12. NEVER REACH INTO THE CUTTERHEAD AREA while
the machine is running. Your hands can be drawn into
the knives.
13. DO NOT STAND IN LINE OF THE WORKPIECE
Kickback can cause injury.
Failure to follow these rules may result in serious personal injury.
14. ALLOW THE CUTTERHEAD TO REACH FULL SPEED
before feeding a workpiece. Changing speeds while
planing can cause kickback.
15. WHEN PLANING BOWED STOCK place the concave
(cupdown) side of the stock on the table and cut with
the grain to prevent kickback.
16. DO NOT FEED A WORKPIECE that is warped , contains
knots, or is embedded with foreign objects (nails,
staples, etc.). Kickback can occur.
17. DO NOT FEED A SHORT, THIN, OR NARROW
WORKPIECE INTO THE MACHINE. Your hands can be
drawn into the knives and/or the workpiece can be
thrown at high speeds. See the Operation section of
this instruction manual for details.
DO NOT FEED A WORKPIECE
18.
the machine. The workpiece will be thrown out of the
opposite side at high speeds.
19. REMOVE SHAVINGS ONLY with the power “OFF” to
prevent serious injury.
20. PROPERLY SUPPORT LONG OR WID
Loss of control of the workpiece can cause serious
injury.
21. NEVER PERFORM LAYOUT, ASSEMBLY or set-up work
on the table/work area when the machine is running.
Serious injury will result.
22. TURN THE MACHINE “OFF”, DISCONNECT IT FROM
THE POWER SOURCE, and
before leaving the machine. LOCK THE SWITCH IN
THE “OFF” POSITION to prevent un-authorized use.
Someone else might accidentally start the machine
and cause injury to themselves or others.
23. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION regarding the safe and
proper operation of power tools (i.e. a safety video)
is available from the Power Tool Institute, 1300
Sumner Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44115-2851 (www.
powertoolinstitute.com). Information is also available
from the National Safety Council, 1121 Spring Lake
Drive, Itasca, IL 60143-3201. Please refer to the
American National Standards Institute ASNI 01 .1
Safety Requirements for Woodworking Machines and
the U.S. Department of Labor Regulations.
into the outfeed
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clean the table/work
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Refer to them often and use them to instruct others.
POWER CONNECTIONS
A separate electrical circuit should be used for your machines. This circuit should not be less than #12 wire and should be
protected with a time delay fuse. NOTE: Time delay fuses should be marked “D” in Canada and “T” in the US. If an extension
cord is used, use only 3-wire extension cords which have 3-prong grounding type plugs and matching receptacle which will
accept the machine’s plug. Beforeconnecting the machine to the powerline, make sure the switch is(are) in the“OFF”position
and be sure that the electric current is of the same characteristics as indicated on the machine. All line connections should
make good contact. Running on low voltage will damage the machine.
DANGER:
Do not expose the machine to rain or operate the machine in damp locations.
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FOREWORD
FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
This Model
has cutting capacities of 15" (381mm) width, 6-1/2" (165mm) thick, and 1/8" (5mm) depth of cut. Feed rate is 16/20 FPM.
NOTICE: The photo on the manual cover illustarates the current production model. All other illustrations contained in the
manual are representative only and may not depict the actual labeling or accessories included. These are intended to
illustrate technique only.
is a 15" (381mm) Planer with an adjustable feed rate for optimum planing underload. This machine
CARTON CONTENTS
Your new 15" (381 mm) planer head is shipped
complete in one box. The machine is very heavy.
Take care when you remove the machine. (See the
section How To Lift The Machine).
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and locate all parts prior to assembly.
1. Knife setting gauge (straight knife only)
2. Open endwrench (14 and 17mm)
3. Open endwrench (10 and 12mm)
4. Handwheel handle
5. Shifter knob
6. 2.5 mm hex wrench
7. 3 mm hex wrench
8. 4 mm hex wrench
9. 6 mm hex wrench
10. Dust hood
11. Top cover (installed)
12.
Planer head
13.
Torx tool
14.
Lock knob (long)
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Capacities
Maximum stock width 15-in.
Maximum stock thickness 6-in.
Maximum depth-of-cut 1/8-in.
Minimum length of stock 7-in.
Feed Rate 16-20 FPM
Cutterhead
Number of Knives 3
Cuts Per Minute 15,000
Motor Specifications
Product Dimensions
Footprint 27.5” x 28”
Length 44”
Width 28”
Height 42-1/2”
Weight 9 lbs. / 204 kg
Wings
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Shipping Dimensions
Carton Type Wooden Crate
Length 27”
Width 31”
Height 25-1/2”
Gross Weight lbs. / 2 kg
12” x 14-1/2”
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DEFINITION OF TERMS
Workpiece – The wood or lumber that you are working
on.
Planing – Refers to the sizing of the lumber to a
desired thickness, while creating a level surface.
Snipe – Gouging that can occur at the end of a board.
Chatter Marks – An uneven “washboard” type of cut
caused by incorrect chipbreaker settings.
Chip Marks – Occur when knives catch the chips and
drag them across the lumber being planed, caused by
exhaust blockage or improper chip deflector settings
Tear Out – Deep gouging caused by improper chipbreaker settings.
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ATTACHING HANDWHEEL
Attach handwheel handle (N) Fig.7 to handwheel (O).
1.
Use 12 mm open end wrench on flats to tighten.
2. Attach handwheel (O) to elevation shaft (may be installed prior)
(P) Fig.8 Install and tighten washer and nut Fig.9A (A+B).
NOTE: Be sure two head-locking knobs
(S) Fig.10 are loose before raising head assembly.
3. Raise head assembly and remove shipping brace.
Fig.9
Fig.7
N
O
Fig.9A
A
Fig.10
Fig.8
P
R
B
S
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ATTACHING TOP COVER AND DUST HOOD
Using a 10mm wrench, fasten top cover (T) Fig.11 to
1.
planer head using three M6 hex head flange screws at
three spots (U).
NOTE: May be installed prior.
2. Loosen bolts (V&W) Fig.12 with provided 17 mm wrench
and fit the dust collector’s slots (W) down behind the
washers. Be sure the top lip of the dust collector rests
on top of the top cover.
3. Attach top & bottom of dust collector at 6 points (X) Fig.13.
4. Tighten bolts (V&W) Fig.12.
W
T
U
Fig.11
X
Fig.12
V
Fig.13
HOW TO ATTACH THE WINGS TO THE HEAD ASSEMBLY AND TO THE BASE
1.
Attach the wings (A) Fig.16 to base using the Hex head
Allen screws (B) Fig.18 two per side with washers
as shown.
2. Then use the adjustments screws in the wings (C)
Fig 18 to level. Level using a straight edge on the bed
and each wing.
3. Rear aligned wing shown Fig.19.
B
Fig.16
C
A
X
Fig.17 Fig.18 Fig.19
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OPERATING CONTROLS AND ADJUSTMENTS
HOW TO START AND STOP THE MACHINE
1. The on/off switch is located on the front of the planer. To turn the machine “ON”, push the START button (A) Fig.30.
2. To turn the machine “OFF”, push the STOP button (B) Fig.30.
WARNING:
the plug’s metal prongs when unplugging or plugging in the cord.
Make sure that the switch is in the “OFF” position before plugging cord into outlet. Do not touch
HOW TO LOCK THE SWITCH IN THE "OFF" POSITION
IMPORTANT: When the machine is not in use, the switch should be locked in the “OFF” position to prevent unauthorized
use, using a padlock (B) Fig.31 with a 1/8 (8.17mm) diameter shackle. Note: Different style switch is shown for clarity.
A
C
N
B
Fig.30
Fig.32
WARNING:
machine. Never use this machine without the dust chute
attached. You can install a standard 4"diameter flexible dust
collection hose directly to chute for optimal chip and dust
collection.
HOW TO ADJUST FOR DEPTH OF CUT
The depth of cut on your planer is controlled by raising or lowering the head assembly (A) Fig.33 that contains the cutter head
and feed rollers. The head assembly (A) moves on four
the two head assembly lock-knobs, one of which is shown at (C) Fig.32, and turn the head elevating handwheel (D). (T urning the
handwheel (D) clockwise raises the head assembly. Counterclockwiselowers it).Tighten the two head assembly lock knobs (C).
The maximum depth of cut when planing stock narrower than 6" (152mm) wide is 3/16" (4.76mm). A limiter (E) Fig.34 limits
the depth of cut to 1/8"(3.18mm) on stock wider than 6"(152mm). (Helical unit only).
A dust chute (N) Fig.32 is attached to the
B
Fig.31
steel columns,three of which are shown at (B).To adjust, loosen
Fig. 33
B
D
B
A
B
C
9
E
Fig.34
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HOW TO CONTROL THE FEED SPEED
NOTICE:
Your planer has two feed roll speeds: 16/20fpm and 8/10cm per second. The slower feed rate provides more cuts per inch and
a finer, smoother finish. For efficiency, operate the machine at the faster feed rate for general planing and switch to the slower
feed rate for the final finish. When planing wide stock-wider than 8" (203mm) - particularly in hard wood, the slower feed speed
is better because of less strain on the motor and a better finish.
With the shifter knob (S) Fig.35 pushed all the way in, the feed speed is 20fpm (10cm/s). With it pulled all the way out, the feed
speed is 16fpm (8cm/s). When the knob is in the center (neutral) position, the machine will not feed.
Change speeds only while the motor is running. DO NOT change speeds while planing.
USE OF THE ANTI-KICKBACK FINGERS
WARNING:
A series of anti-kickback fingers (A) Fig.36 are provided on the infeed end of the planer. These anti-kickback fingers.
operate by gravity and no adjustment is required. However, you should inspect them occasionally to confirm that they
are free of gum and pitch and that they move and operate correctly.
When inspecting and cleaning the anti-kickback fingers, disconnect the machine from the power source.
S
Fig.35 Fig.36
HOW TO ADJUST BELT TENSION
WARNING:
1. Take out the four bolts (A) Fig.37 to remove the belt and pulley guard cover (B).
Place a 2x4 (D) Fig.38 between the motor plate and the top of the head casting.
2.
3. Loosen the four screws (C) Fig.38. Leverage the motor plate upward until the belts deflects approximately
1/4"
4. Tighten the three screws (C) Fig.38 and replace the belt and pulley guard cover (B) Fig.37.
Disconnect the machine from the power source.
(6.4mm) in the center span with light finger pressure.
B
C
D
A
A
Fig.37 Fig.38
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HOW TO CHECK, ADJUST, AND REPLACE KNIVES
WARNING:
are very sharp.
WARNING:
1. Remove the four screws, three of which are shown at (A) Fig.39 and the screw (B) Fig.40.
Remove the top cover.
2. Loosen the two screws (C) Fig. 41 and pivot the motor assembly to the front.
NOTE: Belt tension is not disturbed when pivoting the motor forward.
3.
Take out the three bolts (E) Fig.42 and remove the chip deflector (F).
Wear gloves when you remove the knives for sharpening or replacement. The knives in this planer
Disconnect the machine from the power source.
A
A
Fig.39 Fig.40
B
E
F
C
4. To check and adjust the knives:
A. Carefully place the knife-setting gauge (G) Fig. 43 on the cutter head.
B. Correctly adjusted knives (H) Fig.44 will contact the bottom of the gauge (J) at each end. Check all three knives.
Fig.41
J
G
H
Fig.43
Fig.44
Fig.42
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HOW TO SET A KNIFE
Loosen (clockwise) all five locking screws, two of which
are shown at (K) Fig.45. Use the supplied wrench to turn
Fig. 45
H
N
the hex screw (L) Fig.45 counterclockwise to lower or clockwise
to raise the knife on each end of the cutterhead until the cutting
edge of knife (H) Fig.44 touches the bottom of the gauge
L
(J) Fig.44. Tighten the knife locking bar (N) Fig.45 by lightly
backing out the five locking screws (K) Fig.45 against
the knife slot.
IMPORTANT: Tighten the knife in the slot only enough
to hold it in position.
K
After all three knives are set, tighten the five locking screws (K) Fig.45 against the slot. Start with the end screws first, then the
center screws until the knife is secure. Tighten the other knives in the same manner.
HOW TO CLEAN AND CHECK THE KNIVES
WARNING:
WARNING:
A. Remove the knife (H) Fig.46, lockingbar (N), and
locking screws (K) from the cutterhead. Repeat
this process for the other knives, locking bars,
and locking screws.
B. Thoroughly clean the knives, knife slots, locking
bars, and locking screws. If the threads of the
screws appear worn or stripped, or if the heads
are becoming rounded, replace them.
C. Insert the locking bars, knives, and screws in all
three slots in the cutterhead. Loosen the locking
screws, two of which are shown at (K) Fig.45
enough to hold all three knives in the cutterhead.
D. Adjust all three knives as explained under STEP 4.
Wear gloves when you remove the knives for sharpening or replacement. The knives are very sharp.
Disconnect the machine from the power source.
Fig. 46
H
N
K
IMPORTANT: After the knives have been adjusted, replace the chips deflector that was removed in STEP 3 and the top cover
that was removed in STEP 1 (under HOW TO CHECK, ADJUST AND REPLACE KNIVES). Pivot the motor assembly back to
its original place.
(SEE NEXT PAGE FOR LARGER DIAGRAM)
HOW TO CONSTRUCT THE GAUGE BLOCK
Use a gauge block to check and adjust the height of the
chipbreaker and the infeed and outfeed roll. Adjust the
cutterhead parallel to the table. Construct a gauge block
from hard wood using the dimensions in Fig.47.
4"
(101.6mm)
3"
4"
(101.6
mm)
(76.2mm)
12
Fig. 47
2"(50mm)
1/2"
(12.7mm)
1/4" (6.35mm)
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GRAIN
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HOW TO ADJUST THE TABLE ROLLERS
Your planer is supplied with two table rollers (A) Fig.56 that help feed the stock by reducing friction.
Since each type of wood behaves differently, exact dimensions of the proper height setting are not
available. Generally, however, when planing a rough workpiece, set the table rollers HIGH (0.003”
to 0.005”) (.08mm to .13mm) above the work surface. When planing a finish workpiece, set the table
rollers LOW (0.001”) (.03mm) above the table surface or level with the table surface. The table rollers
on your planer are set for average planing and are parallel to the table surface.
(FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS INCLUDED WITH THE “MAKING CUTTING HEAD PARALLEL”)
Fig. 56
A
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ADJUST THE HEIGHT OF THE CHIP BREAKER
The chip breaker extends down around the front of the cutter head and raises as the stock is fed through the planer. The chip
breaker “breaks or curls” the chips as they leave the cutter head. The bottom edge of the chip breaker helps hold the stock flat
on the table. Confirm that the bottom of the chip breaker is parallel to the knives and set 0.020” (0.5mm) below the cutting circle.
WARNING:
1. Make certain the knives are adjusted properly as explained under HOW TO CHECK, ADJUST AND REPLACE KNIVES.
2. Place the gauge block (A) Fig.48 on the table directly under the cutter head. Use a 0.020” (0.5mm) feeler gauge (B) placed
on top of the gauge block. Raise or lower the head assembly until one of the knives touches the feeler gauge. Lock the
head assembly.
3. Place the gaugeblock (A) Fig.48 without the feeler gauge
underone end of the chip breaker (C) Fig.49. The bottom of
the chip breaker (C) should touch the top of the gauge block.
4. To adjust the height of the chip breaker, remove the top
cover of the machine. Loosen the nut (D) Fig.50. Turn the
screw (E) until that end of the chip breaker is properly
adjusted. Tighten the nut (D).
5. Place the gauge block on the other end of the chip breaker
Loosen the nut(F)Fig.50and turn the adjusting screw (G).
Disconnect the machine from the power source.
Fig.48
B
A
G
C
E
F
D
A
Fig.49
Fig.50
HOW TO ADJUST THE HEIGHT OF THE INFEED ROLLER
The infeed roller was adjusted at the factory at 0.040" (1.01mm) below the cutting circle. To check and adjust the height of the
infeed roller:
WARNING:
1. Confirm that the knives are adjusted properly as explained
under HOW TO CHECK, ADJUST AND REPLACE KNIVES.
2. Place the gauge block (A) Fig.51 on the table directly
underneath the cutterhead. Use an 0.040” (1.01mm) feeler
gauge (B) placed on top of the gaugeblock. Raise or lower
the head assembly until one of the knives touches the feeler
gauge. Tighten the head-locking knobs.
Disconnect the machine from the power source.
Fig.51
B
A
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3. Move the gauge block (A) Fig.52 without the feeler gauge
under one end of the infeed roller (C). The bottom of the infeed
roller (C) should touch the top of the gauge block (A).
4. To adjust, loosen the nut (D) Fig.52 and turn the adjusting set
screw (E) until that end of the infeed roller touches the top of
the gauge block. Tighten the nut (D).
D
E
5. Repeat this adjustment with the gauge block on the opposite
end of the infeed roller.
A
HOW TO ADJUST THE HEIGHT OF THE OUTFEED ROLLER
The outfeed roller was adjusted at the factory to be 0.040" (1.01 mm) below the cutting circle. To check and adjust
the height of the outfeed roller:
C
Fig.52
WARNING:
1. Make sure the knives are adjusted properly as ex plained under HOW TO CHECK, ADJUST AND REPLACE KNIVES.
2. Place the gauge block (A) Fig.53 on the table directly underneath the cutterhead. Place a 0.040” (1.01mm) feeler gauge (B)
on top of the gauge block. Raise or lower the head assembly until one of the knives touches the feeler gauge. Tighten the
head locking knobs.
3. Move the gauge block (A) Fig.54 without the feeler gauge under the end of the outfeed roller (C). The bottom of the outfeed
roller (C) should touch the top of the gauge block (A).
4. To adjust, loosen the nut (D) Fig.54 and turn the screw (E) until the outfeed roller is properly adjusted.
5. Repeat this adjustment procedure on the opposite end of the outfeed roller.
Disconnect the machine from the power source.
C
D
B
A
E
Fig.53
Fig.54
A
HOW TO ADJUST THE TENSION OF THE INFEED AND OUTFEED ROLLERS
The infeed and outfeed are under spring tension. The tension
should be sufficient to feed the stock uniformly without slipping,
but should not be so tight that it causes damage to the board.
The tension should be equal at both ends of each roller. To adjust
the spring tension of the infeed roller, turn two screws, one of which
is shown at (A) Fig.55. The other screw is located on the opposite
side of the machine. Adjust the two screws (A) until FOUR (4)
thread show above the table casting. Further tension adjustment
may be necessary. To adjust the spring tension of the outfeed
roller, turn two screws, one of which is shown at (B) Fig.55. The
other screw is located on the opposite side of the machine. Adjust
the two screws (B) until ONE thread shows above the table casting.
Further tension adjustment may be necessary.
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A
B
Fig.55
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MAINTENANCE
GENERAL
ake a habit of inspecting your planer each time you
M
use it. Check the following conditions and repair or
replace as necessary.
1. Worn Switch
2. Damaged cords and/or plugs
3. Damaged belts
4. Loose bolts
5. Any other condition that could hamper the safe and
proper operation of the machine.
TABLE
The table and other non-painted surfaces on the planer
should be protected against rust. Be sure to wipe the
table clean after every use. This will help prevent
moisture from the wood condensing on the bare metal
table. It is also a good idea to use an automotive paste
wax on the bare metal surfaces. This will keep moisture
from the table and hence help keep it from rusting. Over
time , some rust may still develop on the table. To get rid
of the rust, use some WD-40 and a fine steel wool.
GEAR BOX
Gear box oil should be drained after the first 20 hours
of operation. Replace with 80W -90 gear oil for use in
room temperature shops and 50W gear oil for unheated
winter shops. Inspect levels periodically and change
yearly for occasional use, more frequently with heavy use.
To inspect oil level,
1. Remove fill plugusing the short end of a hex
wrench, dip the wrench inside the fill hole and
rotate so the long end of the wrench is parallel to
the table.
2. Remove the wrench. If the end of the hex wrench
is coated with oil, then the gearbox level is okay.
3. If the end of the hex wrench is not coated with oil,
then you need to add more oil.
4. Replace fill plug when finished.
DRIVE CHAIN
The drive chain should be inspected and lubricated
monthly using a general purpose grease.
KNIVES
Make sure that your knives are sharp and properly
adjusted before eachuse. The sharpness and proper
setting of the knives is essential to good planing. Refer
back to the section on knives in this manual for detailed
instructions.
LUBRICATION:
BEARINGS
Your planer is equipped with factory sealed bearings
requiring no lubrication during its lifetime. If the bearing
should fail, the planer will produce a pronounced rumble
that will get even louder under load. If it is allowed to get
worse, overheating can occur and eventually the bearing
can seize up, possibly cuasing damage to other parts of
the machine.
FEED ROLLER
The infeed / outfeed pressure setscrews double as the
lubrication ports for the rollers. Add 1-2 drops of light
machine oil to all ports before every use. Daily
lubrication of feed rollers is CRUCIAL to the operation
of the planer. Lubricate before start up.
CHAIN
The table height adjustment chain should be inspected
regularly and lubricated as needed. Lubricate with a
general purpose grease.
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
This section covers the most common processing problems encountered in planing and what to do about them. Do not make any
adjustments until planer is unplugged and moving parts have come to a complete stop. See the section on Wood Characteristics
for additional troubleshooting information.
PROBLEM LIKELY CAUSE(S) SOLUTION
Motor will not start.
Motor will not start;
fushes or circuit
breakers blow.
Motor overheats.
Motor stalls
(resulting in blown
fuses or tripped
circuit).
Machine slows
when operating.
Loud, repetitious
noise coming from
machine.
1. Low voltage.
2. Open circuit in motor or loose connections.
1. Short circuit in line cord or plug.
2. Short circuit in motor or loose connections.
3. Incorrect fuses or circuit breakers in power
line.
1. Motor overloaded.
2. Air circulation through the motor restricted.
1. Short circuit in motor or loose connections.
2. Low voltage.
3. Incorrect fuses or circuit breakers in power
line.
4. Motor overloaded.
1. Feed rate too fast.
2. Depth of cut too great.
1. Pulley setscrews or keys are missing or
loose.
2. Motor fan is hitting the cover.
3. V-belt is defective.
1. Check power line for proper voltage.
2. Inspect all lead connections on motor for loose or open
connections.
1. Inspect cord or plug for damaged insulation and
shorted wires.
2. Inspect all connections on motor for loose or shorted
terminals or worn insulation.
3. Install correct fuses or circuit breakers.
1. Reduce load on motor.
2. Clean out motor to provide normal air circulation.
1. Inspect connections on motor for loose or shorted
terminals or worn insulation.
2. Clean out motor to provide normal air circulation.
3. Install correct fuses or circuit breakers.
4.Reduce load on motor.
1. Change speed.
2. Reduce depth of cut.
1. Inspect keys and setscrews. Replace or tight if
necessary.
2. Tighten fan or shim cover.
3. Replace V-belt.
Machine is loud
when cutting.
Overheats or bogs
down in the cut.
Infeed roller marks
are left on the
workpiece.
Outfeed roller marks
are left on right side
of workpiece.
Cannot control
snipe.
Machine howls on
startup.
Table moves down
while cutting.
1. Excessive depth of cut.
2. Knives are dull.
Depth of cut too shallow Increase depth of cut.
Too much spring tension on feed roller. Refer to Feed Roller Pressure section for adjustment.
Long or heavy board sags as it enters
and exits.
Chip deflector too close to the cutterhead. Move chip deflector back 1/8” to 1/4” from the
1. Knives dull.
2. Table locking knobs are loose.
1. Decrease depth of cut.
2. Sharpen knives.
Lift up on unsupported end of board as it enters and
exits cutterhead.
cutterhead.
1. Replace knives.
2. Tighten table locking knobs.
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