BorMann 034902, Manual

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Correct planer blade setting
Your planning surface will end up rough and uneven, unless the blade is set
properly and securely. The blade must be mounted so that the cutting edge is
absolutely level, that is, parallel to the surface of the rear base. Refer to some
examples below for proper and improper settings (Fig I).
Operation
Hold the tool firmly with one hand on the knob and the other hand on the
switch handle when performing the tool.
Planning operation
First rest the tool front base flat upon the work piece surface without the
blades making any contact. Switch on and wait until the blades attain full
speed. Then move the tool gently forward. Apply pressure on the front of
tool at the start of planning, and at the back at the end of planning. Planning
will be easier if you incline the work piece in stationary fashion, so that you
can plane somewhat downhill. The speed and depth of cut determine the
kind of finish, The power planer keeps cutting at a speed that will not result
in jamming by chips. For rough cutting, the depth of cut can be increased,
while for a good finish you should reduce the depth of cut and advance the
tool more slowly.
Shiplapping (Rabbeting)
To make a stepped cut as shown in the figure, use the edge fence (guide rule)
Draw a cutting line on the workpiece. Insert the edge fence into the hole in the
front of the tool. Alignh the blade edge with the cutting line.
Adjust the edge fence until it comes in contact with the side of the workpiece,
then secure it by tightening the screw.
When planning, move the tool with the edge fence flush with the side of the
workpiece. Otherwise uneven planning may result. Maximum ship lapping
(rabbeting) depth is 9 mm.
1. Start
2. End
1. Blade edge
2. Cutting line
1. Screw
2. Edge fence
(Accessory)
Fig. L
Fig. J
Fig. K
Fig. M
Fig. N
Fig. O