8” THICKNESS PLANER
8. Replacing the motor brushes: (See Fig
39-41)
Caution:
This operation should only be
carried out by a suitably qualified person.
• Carefully turn the planer thicknesser onto its
side.
• This will expose the motor of the machine.
• Take a slotted screwdriver (not supplied) and
locate it in the slot on the motor brush cap.
• Turn the screwdriver anti-clockwise until the cap
can be removed and take care when removing
the cap as there is a spring under compression
holding the brush in place.
• Remove the brush and check the length; If the
brush needs changing fit the new brush and
tighten the cap to retain it.
If the brush is not worn but is sticking inside the
holder there may be carbon buildup that needs to
be removed. The best way to remove the carbon
is by blowing dry air into the holder, but a small
stiff brush or pipe cleaner could be used to do
the same job. The brush will also need cleaning
as some of the buildup may be stuck to it.
Caution:
When removing or cleaning the
brushes eye protection and a dust mask
should be worn; particularly if using dry air. Clean
or change the brushes in a well ventilated area
and ensure everyone in that area also wear the
appropriate protection.
Fig 40
Fig 39
Fig 41
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