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depth on the depth gauge. Turn the depth adjustment knob clockwise for a deeper cut and counter-
clockwise for a shallower cut.
NOTE:
The minimum cutting increment is 1/128 inch (0.2 mm). The maximum cutting depth of the planer is
1/8 inch. However, the more material you attempt to take off with each pass, the less even the final board
will be. The appropriate cutting depth depends on the material of your workpiece. For optimum planing
performance, the maximum cutting depth should be 1/64 of an inch per pass. Make multiple progressive
cuts, removing less than 1/64 inch per pass to achieve the total cutting depth. To accurately determine the
depth of cut, plane a similar piece of scrap material and adjust the settings accordingly.
CAUTION: Always ensure that the number on the depth gauge is at the “0” position when the tool is not
in use. However, even at “0”, a slightly protrusive blade could still make contact depending on how the
blade was installed. Engage the safety kickstand to prevent the blade from contacting the workpiece.
WARNING: Wear safety goggles at all times that comply with ANSI Z87.1. Use ear protection such as
plugs or muffs during extended periods of operation. Wear work gloves to protect your hands. Wear a
face mask or dust mask to fight the dust.
OPERATING YOUR PLANER
1.
Secure the workpiece to a stable platform. Make sure that the surface to be planed is face grain or side grain. Do
not plane end grain, as the wood could splinter or possibly explode
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2.
Hold the planer firmly with both hands. Rest the front shoe flat on the workpiece surface, ensuring that the
blades do not make contact with the workpiece.
3.
Switch the tool ON and wait for the blades to reach full speed.
4.
Move the tool gently forward along the grain of the wood. Apply pressure on the front of the tool at the
beginning of planing, and at the rear of the tool towards the end of the planing stroke.
5.
Push the planer beyond the edge of the workpiece without tilting it downwards. Turn off the planer and wait for
the cutter to stop before setting the tool down.
NOTE:
The feed rate and the depth of cutting determine the quality of the finish. Increase the depth of cut
for rough cutting and reduce the depth of the cut to achieve a smoother finish.
CAUTION: The motor may stall if improperly used or overloaded. Reduce the pressure (feed rate) or the
depth of cut to prevent possible damage to the tool if the motor labors.
MAKING A CHAMFER
The V-grooves in the front shoe allow for quick and easy chamfers, creating a sloping edge along
the corner of your workpiece. There are
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V-grooves(Fig. G) to meet the needs of your particular project.
