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Failure removal
Before rectifying a fault on the machine, switch
off the machine and pull out the mains plug.
Failures
Causes
Removal
Machine does not work or
stops suddenly
• Power cut
• Motor or switch defective
• Check microswitch
• Check fuse, check overload switch on
machine.
• Have the motor or switch checked by
an electrician.
• Fit the chip extractor hood so that the
microswitch is pressed.
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Machine stops during
planing
• Planing blade blunt/worn
• Overload switch has tripped
• Check microswitch
• Replace or sharpen blade
• Switch on the motor again once it has
cooled
• Fit the chip extractor hood or bench
lock so that the microswitch is pressed.
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Workpiece jams during
thicknessing
• Cutting depth too great
• Reduce cutting depth and machine the
workpiece in several passes
Unsatisfactory surface
finish
• Planing blade blunt/worn
• Planing blade filled with chips
• Uneven feed
• Replace or sharpen blade
• Remove chips
• Feed the workpiece with constant
pressure and at reduced speed
Machined surface too
rough
• Workpiece contains too much moisture • Dry workpiece
Machined surface cracked • Workpiece was machined against the
grain
• Too much material planed at one pass
• Machine the workpiece from the oppo-
site direction
• Machine the workpiece in several
passes
Workpiece speed too low
during thicknessing
• Workpiece was machined against the
grain
• Too much material planed at one pass
• Clean bench top and apply a thin
coating of lubricant wax
• Repair transport rollers
• Set the lever for the thicknessing
setting to the top position
Enable and check all safety equipment after all
troubleshooting work.
ENGLISH
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Inspection and maintenance plan
Regular servicing period
Before any
start-up
If necessary
Once a
week
After 6
months
Check that the planing blade is in perfect
condition
Inspection
Change
Check the function of the safety equipment Inspection
Change
Clean dust and chips off the machine
Clean
Check the drive belt to ensure it has the
correct tension and is in good condition or
not worn
Inspection
Change
Oil or grease all moving connecting parts