Triton TRP UL, Operating And Safety Instructions Manual

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OPERATION
SWITCHING ON AND OFF
WARNING: Before plugging the machine into
the power socket always check that the On/
Off Trigger Switch (5) and Lock-Off Button (6)
work properly
1. Plug in the machine and grip the tool with
your index finger on the on/off trigger
switch and thumb on the lock-off button
2. Depress the lock-off button with your
thumb and squeeze the on/off trigger
switch with the rest of your hand gripping
the tool. You can release the lock-off
button once the planer has started
3. To stop the tool, release the thumb hold on
the on/off trigger switch
4. In order to restart the machine, it is
necessary to operate both the lock-off
button and the on/off switch
WARNING: Please note that the planer blades
continue to turn for some time after switching off the planer. Wait until the
motor has completely stopped before setting down the tool to prevent damage
to the planer blades or the surface
If you wish to rest the planer on its side, do not rest it on the side with the
vents to prevent dust or chips from getting into the motor
5. When the planer is not to be used for a short period, set the depth control
knob to the ‘P’ position and rest the front of the planer on a block of wood
to keep the base clear of the surface. Ensure that the rear parking foot is
down to protect blades
ADJUSTING THE SPEED
The speed of the drum can be adjusted to suit the
material being planed or sanded.
Use the Variable Speed Control (25) to adjust the
speed for the job in hand.
Note: For planing it is recommended to have
the planer running at full speed to obtain
the cleanest possible result. When sanding,
the speed should be set from 1-6; on ‘MAX’
(maximum speed), the unit will vibrate and be
hard to hold.
ADJUSTING THE DEPTH OF CUT
1. Rotate the Depth Adjustment Dial (1) clock-
wise for a deeper cut and anticlockwise for
a shallower cut
2. The calibrations on the ring under the Depth
Adjustment Dial indicate the depth of cut.
For example, when “1” is next to the pointer
on the front of the planer, the depth of cut is
approximately 1mm
3. If depth of cut is critical, plane a scrap
piece of wood, measure the difference in
thickness and adjust the setting as needed
PLANING
1. Rest the front of the planer on the work-
piece, ensuring the blades are not in contact
with the workpiece
2. Switch on the tool and wait for the blades to
reach full speed
3. Move the planer gently forward, applying pressure on the front of the tool
at the start of planing, and pressure at the rear of the tool towards the end
of the planing stroke
Note: As a feature this planer has been fitted with a larger front handle than
traditional electric planers. The front handle provides for good ergonomics
when planing, allows the operator to balance and control the unit with ease
and is particularly useful when vertical planing
4. Push the planer beyond the edge of the workpiece without tilting it
downwards
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Operation
Note : Planing is easier if you incline the
workpiece slightly away from you so that you
plane 'downhill'
5. The rate of planing and the depth of cut
determine the quality of the finish. For
rough cutting, you can increase the depth
of cut, however to achieve a good finish
you will need to reduce the depth of cut
and advance the tool more slowly
WARNING : Moving the machine too fast may
cause a poor quality of cut and can damage
the blades or the motor.Moving the machine
too slowly may burn or mar the cut. The proper
feed rate will depend on the type of material
being cut and the depth of the cut. Practice
first on a scrap piece of material to gauge the
correct motion
WARNING : Always use two hands to hold the
planer
WARNING : Where possible, clamp the workpiece to a workbench
6. In between operations, you can rest the planer on a flat surface with the
Rear Parking Foot (19) hinged down to support the planer so that the
blades are kept clear of the surface. Ensure the rear parking foot has
been moved across from the locked position (for transit) to the automatic
position
CHAMFERING
1. To make a chamfered cut as shown in fig.1, First align the 'V' groove
(fig.2) in the front base of the planer with the corner edge of the work-
piece.
2. Run the planer along the corner edge.
Fig. 1. Chamfered edge.
Fig. 2. Aligning the 'V' groove
FULL/UNLIMITED REBATING
The planer has an unlimited rebating capa-
bility. When operating the planer to achieve a
full rebate, adhere to all instructions below:
1. Using the thumb on the hand gripping
the Front Handle (2), push the Drum
Guard Release lever (3) down to raise
the Drum Guard (17) to expose the Blade
Drum (16). This enables full unlimited
rebating
2. Run the planer along the workpiece
3. Once you have finished planing the section take the pressure off the
Drum Guard Release Lever (3) and check the drum guard fully covers the
blade drum
WARNING: Do not raise the drum guard if you are not performing a full/
unlimited rebate application
WARNING: If the drum guard does not close completely, stop using the tool
immediately and have the unit serviced by a qualified service agent. If you use
the product with a defective blade drum guard the manufacturer will not be
held liable for any damage or personal injury caused.
Note: Do not apply too much force on the lever, excess pressure may cause
blade guard to break.