Charnwood W570, Owner'S Manual

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Locking Screws
Using the 8mm spanner provided, loosen the
Lock Bar and Knife by turning the seven Locking
Screws in a clockwise direction.
The knives are spring loaded and will push out
when all screws are loose.
Remove the knife, the locking bar and two small
springs.
Rotate the cutterblock and repeat for the other
knife.
WARNING - The knives must be firmly locked in
place to avoid accidents during the operation of
the thicknesser.
Installing New Knives
Place springs (D) into the holes in the bottom of
either end of the slot in the cutterblock.
Fit the Lock Bar (B) complete with Locking
Screws (A) into the slot.
Slide the knife (C) into the slot next to the Lock
Bar as shown in the arrangement drawing.
Lightly tighten the 2 outer Locking Screws (A) so
that knives are held in position but are still able to
move freely against the springs.
Hold the Knife Setting Jig (E) against the
cutterblock, ensuring the new knife is in contact
with the raised part of the Setting Jig. The spring
will hold the knife up against the Jig, thereby
setting the correct height.
Tighten all seven Locking Screws (A) by turning
them anti-clockwise, locking the knife firmly in
place.
Rotate the cutterblock through 180 degrees and
repeat the procedure with the other knife.
Periodic Maintenance
Cleaning
A build-up of sawdust, shavings and other debris can cause your machine to plane inaccurately. Regular
cleaning is essential to ensure good performance. The cutter head slots should be kept free of clinging
matter which will adversely affect cutting efficiency.
Remove resin from the rubber rollers and the tables with a non-flammable solvent.