Clark 2003 Model Foam Planer, User Manual

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- When properly set up the depth adjustment mechanism operates very smoothly and
there is almost no backlash or play.
- The depth adjustment mechanism indicator can be moved to accommodate the indi-
vidual shaper’s style.
- The large depth adjustment mechanism knob can be customized using knobs available
from Clark Foam and commercially available knobs.
- The depth adjustment knob’s tension is adjustable.
- A foam seal keeps dust and debris out of the depth adjustment mechanism significantly
reducing maintenance.
- The depth adjustment mechanism is Teflon coated and should require no lubrication or
maintenance for the life of the planer.
- The depth adjustment mechanism can be taken apart and cleaned insuring very smooth
operation for the life of the planer.
- Using shim washers the depth indicator knob can be set so the planer begins cutting at a
position preferred by the shaper. (See instructions for more details.)
- The maximum cut depth can be customized using a spacer provided with the planer.
- The rear handle is very close to the work and positioned for horizontal movement rather
than downward pressure. This allows higher horses and lights bringing the work closer
to the eye.
- The base plates are modified for shaping surfboards. The rear plate is wider than earlier
models and the front plate is tapered so the planer will slide over glue and obstructions
rather than plowing them into the foam.
- The planer is very short. This is an advantage for all but perfectly flat surfaces.
- Each planer comes with an exhaust deflector that can either attach to a vacuum hose or
be used to deflect the exhaust away from the shaper. The deflector has several configu-
rations that can be changed to fit the individual shaper.
- A built in fan blows the dust out of the planer allowing a small exhaust port.
- The power cord goes straight up which is ideal for a vacuum system. It can be looped
and tied for shaping without a vacuum.
- The power cord is 25 feet long.
- The planer has high quality, sealed bearings for long life. The bearings used in the 2003
Model are custom built for low friction and are an improvement over our older Pro
Model bearings. Because of this the 2003 Model has more power.
- Planers can be custom built eliminating some modifications or changing other modifi-
cations.
- Included with the planer is a full tool kit and a jig for indexing cutter blades prior to
installing them in the planer. (There is a full list of what is included with the planer on
the last page.) There is also a blade-sharpening device available by special order.