Makita 1911, Instruction Manual

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For European countries only
When you wish to perform clean planing operation,
connect a Makita vacuum cleaner to your tool. Install the
nozzle on the tool using the screws. Then connect a hose
of the vacuum cleaner to the nozzle as shown in the
figures.
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OPERATION
Planing operation
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First, rest the tool front base flat upon the workpiece
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 planing, and at the back at the end of
planing. Planing will be easier if you incline the workpiece
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.
Chamfering
To make a cut as shown in the figure, align the ''V''
groove in the front base with the edge of the workpiece
and plane it as shown in the figure.
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MAINTENANCE
CAUTION:
•
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
unplugged before attempting to perform inspection
or maintenance.
•
Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner, alcohol or the
like. Discoloration, deformation or cracks may
result.
Sharpening the planer blades
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Always keep your blades sharp for the best performance
possible. Use the sharpening holder to remove nicks and
produce a fine edge.
First, loosen the two wing nuts on the holder and insert
the blades (A) and (B), so that they contact the sides (C)
and (D). Then tighten the wing nuts.
1. Sharpening
holder
1. Align the (Y)
groove with the
edge of the
workpiece
1. Start
2. End
1. Vacuum cleaner