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Model Number

6552, 6552T

Motor

120V, 60 Hz, 15A

Number of Blades

3 Blades

Cutterhead Speed

8,500 RPM

Cuts Per Minute

25,500

Feed Rate

26 FPM

Max Depth of Cut

3/32 in. (for workpieces under 6 in. wide)
1/32 in. (for workpieces over 6 in. wide)

Table Size

13-1/4 in. x 9-1/2 in.

Extension Table Size

13-1/4 in. x 7-1/2 in.

Base Size

21-3/4 in. x 12-1/2 in.

Max Workpiece Width

13 in.

Max Workpiece Thickness

6 in.

Dust Chute Port Size

2 in., 2-1/2 in., and 4 in.

Weight

66 lbs.

SPECIFICATIONS

INTRODUCTION

Thanks for purchasing the WEN Thickness Planer. We know you are excited to put your tool to work, but first, please 

take a moment to read through the manual. Safe operation of this tool requires that you read and understand this 

operator’s manual and all the labels affixed to the tool. This manual provides information regarding potential safety 

concerns, as well as helpful assembly and operating instructions for your tool. 

NOTE:

 The following safety information is not meant to cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. 

WEN reserves the right to change this product and specifications at any time without prior notice.

At WEN, we are continuously improving our products. If you find that your tool does not exactly match this manual, 

please visit 

wenproducts.com

 for the most up-to-date manual or contact our customer service at 

1-800-232-1195

.

Keep this manual available to all users during the entire life of the tool and review it frequently to maximize 

safety for both yourself and others. 

Indicates danger, warning, or caution. The safety symbols and the explanations with them deserve your 

careful attention and understanding. Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock 

or personal injury. However, please note that these instructions and warnings are not substitutes for proper ac-

cident prevention measures. 

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Summary of Contents for 6552

Page 1: ...ged trouble free performance Pay close attention to the rules for safe operation warnings and cautions If you use your tool properly and for its intended purpose you will enjoy years of safe reliable...

Page 2: ...st 8 Know Your Planer 9 Assembly Adjustments 10 OPERATION MAINTENANCE 11 Operation 11 Maintenance 15 Troubleshooting Guide 17 Exploded View Parts List 18 Warranty Statement 20 2 To purchase accessorie...

Page 3: ...ety concerns as well as helpful assembly and operating instructions for your tool NOTE The following safety information is not meant to cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur WEN...

Page 4: ...ock PERSONAL SAFETY 1 Stay alert watch what you are doing and use com mon sense when operating a power tool Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs alcohol or medic...

Page 5: ...ordance with these instructions taking into ac count the working conditions and the work to be per formed Use of the power tool for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous...

Page 6: ...hinner than 1 2 11 Never make a planing cut deeper than 3 32 12 For workpieces longer than 24 use material support stands 13 Always feed from infeed side to outfeed side and do not attempt to reverse...

Page 7: ...n of the equipment grounding conductor can result in electric shock The conductor with the green insulation with or without yellow stripes is the equipment grounding conductor If repair or replacement...

Page 8: ...scard the packaging until everything is removed Check the packing list below to make sure you have all of the parts and accessories If any part is missing or broken please contact customer service at...

Page 9: ...ckness Planer Refer to the diagram below to become familiarized with the parts and controls of your thickness planer KNOW YOUR PLANER Power Switch Circuit Breaker Return Roller Extension Table Carryin...

Page 10: ...to turn the system on be fore operating the planer NOTE If you do not plan on using a dust collection system of any kind we recommend removing the dust chute so that the wood chips and debris can fly...

Page 11: ...This planer is equipped with a circuit breaker to protect the motor Fig 6 3 The breaker will automatically shut the planer off when excessive current is drawn If the breaker is tripped turn the plane...

Page 12: ...ndle a 3 32 cut on 13 wide boards it will not only shorten the lifespan of the motor and cutting blades but also will give an imperfect finish The smaller the cutting depth the better the finished pro...

Page 13: ...on hand is recommended Replacement blades can be ordered from wenproducts com AVOIDING SNIPE Thickness planers tend to leave a small bit of snipe at the end of the planed boards particularly for longe...

Page 14: ...e board is traveling in the same direction as the grain and that you are only planing either side or face grain Boards longer than 24 should have additional support from free standing material stands...

Page 15: ...emove the gib using the provided magnets Fig 12 CAUTION Blade edges are extremely sharp Keep fingers away from the blades at all times 6 The blade is located in position by two pins Gently lift the ol...

Page 16: ...icating agent such as PTFE to grease these components as needed WARNING Turn planer off and disconnect from power source before performing any maintenance 16 Fig 13 1 Carbon Brush Length CLEANING THE...

Page 17: ...de repeat steps 3 to 4 as needed ensuring that both screws have been turned the same number of times 6 Repeat steps 1 5 on the other table until you are satisfied with the height 7 Test the adjustment...

Page 18: ...EXPLODED VIEW PARTS LIST 18...

Page 19: ...hute Plate 1 60 6552 060 Flat Head Tap Screw 4 61 6550 137 Hex Wrench 1 62 6550 138 Magnet 2 63 6552 063 Spring 4 64 6550 252 Bearing Block 4 65 6550 257 LH Retainer 2 66 6552 066 Flat Washer 8 67 655...

Page 20: ...d products may need to be sent to WEN before the replacements can be shipped out turning a product for warranty service the shipping charges must be prepaid by the purchaser The product must be shippe...

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