USING THE MACHINE
ON/OFF SWITCH
Your planer has a rocker style switch with a removable locking key to prevent unauthorised use. If you intend to be
away from the machine for a period of time and there is any chance of it being used by others, especially children,
remove the locking key with the switch in the OFF position. Store it in a safe, locked place out of reach of children. To
turn the thicknesser on, insert the locking key and turn the switch to the ON position. The planer will then be operable.
To turn the thicknesser off, turn the switch to the OFF position.
WARNING
Always ensure the switch is in the OFF position before connecting the thicknesser to the power supply.
CIRCUIT BREAKER SWITCH
The machine has a breaker switch for overload protection. If an overload occurs, the switch will pop out. If this happens,
wait several minutes and press the breaker switch to reset.
ADJUSTING THE DEPTH OF CUT
The thickness of stock running through the thicknesser is controlled by the distance you set the cutting knife from the
table.
Always start your work by making a light planing cut. The depth of cut on subsequent passes may be increased, up to
2.5mm. But bear in mind that a light cut creates a finer finish than a heavier cut.
To adjust the depth of cut, turn the cutterhead-raising hand crank. The depth of cut adjustment can be read from the
depth scale. The adjustment gradation is 2mm per revolution of the hand crank.
WARNING
Never plane more than 2.5mm in one pass and never attempt to plan a board less than 6" in length. Always
wear a protective face shield.
Do not plane stock which is less than 7mm thick.
Do not plane stock which is thicker than 6" (153mm).
ADJUSTING THE DEPTH OF CUT SCALE
For safe operation of your thicknesser, it is very important that the depth of cut scale is set accurately. To adjust the
depth of cut scale, follow the steps outlined below :
1.
Feed a board for planing
2.
Compare the measured thickness of the board to the reading on the depth of cut scale
