Maktec MT191, Instruction Manual

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FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
CAUTION:
•
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
unplugged before adjusting or checking function on
the tool.
Adjusting depth of cut
Fig.1
Depth of cut may be adjusted by simply turning the knob
on the front of the tool so that the pointer points the
desired depth of cut.
Switch action
Fig.2
CAUTION:
•
Before plugging in the tool, always check to see
that the switch trigger actuates properly and returns
to the "OFF" position when released.
For tool with lock button
CAUTION:
•
Switch can be locked in "ON" position for ease of
operator comfort during extended use. Apply
caution when locking tool in "ON" position and
maintain firm grasp on tool.
To start the tool, simply pull the switch trigger. Release
the switch trigger to stop.
For continuous operation, pull the switch trigger and then
push in the lock button.
To stop the tool from the locked position, pull the switch
trigger fully, then release it.
For tool with lock-off button
To prevent the switch trigger from being accidentally
pulled, a lock-off button is provided.
To start the tool, depress the lock-off button and pull the
switch trigger. Release the switch trigger to stop.
CAUTION:
•
Do not pull the switch trigger hard without
depressing the lock-off button. This can cause
switch breakage.
Foot
Fig.3
After a cutting operation, raise the back side of the tool
and a foot comes under the level of the rear base. This
prevents the tool blades to be damaged.
ASSEMBLY
CAUTION:
•
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
unplugged before carrying out any work on the tool.
Removing or installing planer blades
CAUTION:
•
Tighten the blade installation bolts carefully when
attaching the blades to the tool. A loose installation
bolt can be dangerous. Always check to see they
are tightened securely.
•
Handle the blades very carefully. Use gloves or
rags to protect your fingers or hands when
removing or installing the blades.
•
Use only the Makita wrench provided to remove or
install the blades. Failure to do so may result in
overtightening or insufficient tightening of the
installation bolts. This could cause an injury.
For tool with conventional planer blades
Fig.4
Fig.5
Fig.6
To remove the blades on the drum, unscrew the
installation bolts with the socket wrench. The drum cover
comes off together with the blades.
To install the blades, first clean out all chips or foreign
matter adhering to the drum or blades. Use blades of the
same dimensions and weight, or drum
oscillation/vibration will result, causing poor planing
action and, eventually, tool breakdown.
Place the blade on the gauge base so that the blade
edge is perfectly flush with the inside edge of the gauge
plate. Place the adjusting plate on the blade, then simply
press in the heel of the adjusting plate flush with the back
side of the gauge base and tighten two screws on the
adjusting plate. Now slip the heel of the adjusting plate
into the drum groove, then fit the drum cover on it.
Tighten all the installation bolts evenly and alternately
with the socket wrench.
Repeat the above procedures for the other blade.
For tool with mini planer blades
Fig.7
1. Remove the existing blade, if the tool has been in
use, carefully clean the drum surfaces and the
drum cover. To remove the blades on the drum,
unscrew the three installation bolts with the socket
wrench. The drum cover comes off together with
the blades.
Fig.8
2. To install the blades, loosely attach the adjusting
plate to the set plate with the screws and set the
mini planer blade on the gauge base so that the
cutting edge of the blade is perfectly flush with the
inside flank of the gauge plate.