SETUP & OPERATION
Top cutter
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The MP360 Moulder is delivered with two 510 mm (20") HSS knives. Another two planing knives can
be mounted in empty slots.
The top cutter is mounted to the planer body through elongated slots which allows to adjust the upper
cutter in horizontal direction. However it is recommended to adjust the cutter in its extreme up position.
GRINDING THE PLANING KNIVES
Always grind the knives in pairs, so they are the same height, min. 15 mm, otherwise vibrations could
occur in the cutter. The grinding angle must be 38 degrees.
ADJUSTING THE PLANING KNIVES
Adjust the planing knives so that they are the same level and protrude 1 mm (.040"). This is done
using an aluminum adjustment block, which is delivered with the machine.
Loosen the chip breaker's lock screws (A) slightly, and place the adjustment block (B) over the knife
(C). Position the block on the left side of the cutter. Adjust the knife up or down until the knife touches
the block. Then position the block on the right side of the cutter and repeat adjusting the knife. Then
adjust all remaining knives. After all knives are adjusted properly, tighten firmly the chip breaker lock
screws.
(The planing knife protrusion can also be adjusted using a magnetic adjuster for the top cutter. See
the instructions enclosed with the magnetic adjuster.)
See figure 3-15.
After adjusting or replacing planing knives:
Check that no tools have been left in the planer.
Check that all screws have been sufficiently tightened.
Check that the cutters can rotate freely before the safety cover is closed.
Review the safety instructions!
FIG. 3-15
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