Troubleshooting
Suspected malfunctions are often due to causes that the users can fix themselves.
Therefore check the product using this section. In most cases the problem can be
solved quickly.
WARNING!
Only perform the steps described within these instructions!
All further inspection, maintenance and repair work must be performed
by an authorised service centre or a similarly qualified specialist if you
cannot solve the problem yourself!
Problem
Possible cause
Solution
Product does not
start
Not connected to power
supply
Connect to power supply
Power cord or plug is defective Check by a specialist
electrician
Product does not
reach full power
Extension cord not suitable for
operation with this product
Use a proper extension cord
Power source (e.g. generator)
has too low voltage
Connect to another power
source
Air vents are blocked
Clean the air vents
Unsatisfactory
result
Blade is dull/damaged
Replace with new one
Excessive feed reduces the
poor surface quality
Reduce the feed
Working pressure is not on the
centre of the planer base plate
Adjust the position to apply
working pressure
Excessive vibration
or noise
Blade is dull/damaged
Replace with a new one
Bolts/nuts are loose
Tighten bolts/nuts
Blade not mounted parallel
Mount the blade parallel
Motor runs, but
roller doesn’t work
or stops
Drive belt worn or broken
Replace with a new one by a
qualified person
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