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40600H-CT - Cutech Tool LLC

1. Crystalline silica from bricks cement and other masonry products Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber Always operate tool in well ventilated area and provide for proper dust removal Use a dust collection system along with an air filtration system whenever possible Always use properly fitting NIOSH OSHA approved respiratory protection appropriate for the dust exposure and wash exposed areas with soap and water ALWAYS wear eye protection Any machine can throw debris into the eyes during operations which could cause severe and permanent eye damage Everyday eyeglasses are NOT safety glasses ALWAYS wear Safety Goggles that comply with ANSI standard Z87 1 when operating power tools WARNING ALWAYS wear hearing protection Plain cotton is not an acceptable protective device Hearing equipment should comply with ANSI S3 19 Standards WARNING ALWAYS wear a NIOSH OSHA approved dust mask to prevent inhaling dangerous dust or airborne particles GENERAL SAFETY cont ALWAYS keep the work area clean well lit and organized DO work an area that has slippery floor surfaces from debris grease and wax CAUTION ALWAYS unplug the machine from the electrical receptacle when making adjustments changing parts or performing any maintenance AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING Make sure that the power switch is in the OFF position before plugging in the power cord to the electrical receptacle WARNING
2. CUTECH User Manual Read this manual before using machine to avoid serious injury and damage 40600H CT 13 DELUXE PORTABLE PLANER with Spiral Style Cutterhead S For technical support email techservices cutechtool com_ or call at 877 568 8879 VER 15 08 31 TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION SECTION 1 3 SECTION 2 Product Specifications 4 SECTION 3 Feat re Identification 4 SECTION 4 General 5 SECTION 5 Product Safety 8 SECTION 6 Grounding 10 SECTION 7 Unpacking Be 12 SECTION 8 Ea 13 SECTION 9 PRO US DINGS cenno aaan a aai aa 15 SECTION 10 51 ce ino 19 SECTION 11 PVE 22 SECTION 12 MOUS SOO 25 SECTION 13 Pants O INTRODUCTION This user manual is intended for use by anyone working with this machine It should be kept available for immediate reference so that all operations can be performed with maximum efficiency and safety Do not attempt to perform maintenance or operate this mac
3. AVOID dangerous working environment DO NOT use electrical tools in damp environment or expose them to rain or moisture WARNING CHILDPROOF THE WORKSHOP AREA by removing switch keys unplugging tools from the electrical receptacles and using padlocks CAUTION DO NOT use electrical tools in the presence of flammable liquids or gasses DO NOT FORCE the machine to perform an operation for which it was not designed It will do a safer and higher quality job by only performing operations for which the machine was intended WARNING DO NOT stand on a machine Serious injury could result if it tips over or you accidentally contact any moving part DO NOT store anything above or near the machine WARNING DO NOT operate any machine or tool if under the influence of drugs alcohol or medication EACH AND EVERY time check for damaged parts prior to using any machine Carefully check all guards to see that they operate properly are not damaged and perform their intended functions Check for alignment binding or breakage of all moving parts Any guard or other part that is damaged should be immediately repaired or replaced WARNING Ground all machines If any machine is supplied with a 3 prong plug it must be plugged into a 3 contact electrical receptacle The third prong is used to ground the tool and provide protection against accidental electric shock DO NOT remove the third prong CAUTION Keep visitors and ch
4. 18 AWG 16 AWG 16 AWG 14 AWG 6 to 10 Amps 18 AWG 18 AWG 14 AWG 12 AWG 10 to 12 Amps 16 AWG 16 AWG 14 AWG 12 AWG 11 UNPACKING amp INVENTORY Check shipping carton and machine for damage before unpacking Carefully remove packaging materials parts and machine from shipping carton Always check for and remove protective shipping materials around motors and moving parts Lay out all parts on a clean work surface Remove any protective materials and coatings from all of the parts and the planer The protective coatings can be removed by spraying WD 40 on them and wiping it off with a soft cloth This may need to be redone several times before all of the protective coatings are removed completely After cleaning apply a good quality paste wax to any unpainted surfaces including the infeed outfeed and center tables Make sure to buff out the wax before assembly Compare the items to inventory figures and verify that all items are accounted for If at all possible retain shipping carton for warranty service if ever needed If any parts are missing do not attempt to plug in the power cord and run the machine The machine should only be turned after all the parts have been obtained and installed correctly NOTE Some parts may have been installed at the factory Please check before calling For missing parts contact CUTECH at 877 568 8879 1 DUST PORT 1 pc 2 HEX WRENCH 4mm x 100 1 pc 3 TORX WRENCH 1 pc
5. Infeed Table Thickness Scale GENERAL SAFETY NOTE The and LCAUTION symbols indicate a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided COULD result in death or serious injury READ THIS MANUAL completely before assembling and operating this machine WARNING TO AVOID serious injury death or damage to the machine please read understand and follow all Safety and Operating Instructions before assembling and operating this machine This manual is not totally comprehensive It does not and can not convey every possible safety and operational problem which may arise while using this machine The manual will cover many of the basic and specific safety procedures needed in an industrial environment All federal and state laws and any regulations having jurisdiction covering the safety requirements for use of this machine take precedence over the statements in this manual Users of this machine must adhere to all such regulations WARNING Exposure to the dust created by power sanding sawing grinding drilling and other construction activities may cause serious and permanent respiratory or other injury including silicosis a serious lung disease cancer and death Avoid breathing the dust and avoid prolonged contact with dust The dust may contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Some examples of these chemicals are Lead from lead based paints
6. avoid serious personal injury NEVER stand directly in line with the front or rear of the planer If an object is thrown from the planer it will travel in this direction 1 2 3 Stand to either the left or right side of the planer Flip the switch to the ON position Lift the workpiece onto the infeed table by grabbing the edges of the board at the middle of the length NOTE For longer pieces be sure to use additional supports or stands Push slightly on the board to start feed and allow the feed rollers to pull the board through the planer Once the feed rollers start to pull the workpiece through let go of the board and allow the rollers to do their job DO NOT push or pull on the workpiece once the rollers have engaged Move to one side of the rear of the planer and receive the planed workpiece by grabbing the edges of the wood like you did when feeding the workpiece in It normally takes several passes of varying depths to achieve a smooth finish so repeat this process as many times as necessary Remember the less you take off in a pass the smoother the finish will be but you may still need to finish the surface by sanding THICKNESS PLANING Thickness planing sizes the workpiece to a desired thickness while at the same time creating a smooth and level surface The thickness of each cut will depend on the type of wood width of the workpiece and condition of the lumber i e dryness grain composition straightness etc Alway
7. caution Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury and damage to the machine 3 Prevent electrical shock Follow all electrical and safety codes including the National Electrical Code NEC and the Occupational Safety and Health Regulations OSHA All electrical connections and wiring should be made by qualified personnel only 4 TO REDUCE the risk of electrical shock DO NOT use this machine outdoors DO NOT expose to rain Store indoors in a dry area 5 STOP using this machine if at any time you experience difficulties in performing any operation Contact your supervisor instructor or machine service center immediately 6 Safety decals are on this machine to warn and direct you to how to protector yourself or visitors from personal injury These decals MUST be maintained so that they are legible REPLACE decals that are not legible 7 NOT leave the unit plugged into the electrical outlet Unplug the unit from the outlet when not in use and before servicing performing maintenance tasks or cleaning 8 DO NOT handle the plug or planer with wet hands 9 USE only accessories as described in this manual and recommended by CUTECH 10 DO NOT pull the planer by the power NEVER allow the power cord to come in contact with sharp edges hot surfaces oil or grease 11 ALWAYS turn the power switch OFF before unplugging the planer DO NOT unplug the planer by pulling on the power cord ALWAYS grasp the plug not
8. less both brushes should be replaced Also if the spring or wire are burned or damaged in any way both brushes should be replaced 24 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Motor and Machine Operation PROBLEM LIIKELY CAUSE SOLUTION Snipe Dull Blades Replace or rotate tips Readjust depressions at Infeed or outfeed tables out of tables Feed scrap of same thickness end of workpiece adjustment before and after workpiece Residue on rollers Clean rollers Torn grain Too deep or shallow blade setting Work piece being fed against grain Dull cutter blades Reduce or increase the depth of cut Feed other end of board first Replace or turn blades Try skewing board when feeding VERY slightly dampen work piece Fuzzy rough grain High wood moisture content Dull blades Too deep a blade setting Dry wood before planing Replace or turn blades Reduce depth of cut Board thickness does not match depth scale indicator Depth scale incorrectly set Adjust depth scale Will not start Not plugged in Blown circuit Lockout key removed Check the power source Replace fuse reset breaker or call electrician Replace lockout key Interrupted operation Unit overloaded Circuit overloaded Reduce load Operate on circuit separate from other appliances or motors or connect to circuit with adequate amp rating Planer not feeding properly Too much material being remov
9. the cord 12 REPLACE a damaged cord immediately DO NOT use a damaged cord or plug 13 DO NOT use the planer as a toy DO NOT use near or around children 8 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 PRODUCT SAFETY cont ENSURE that the machine sits firmly before using If the machine wobbles or is unstable correct the problem by attaching to a bench top prior to operation This machine is designed to process wood ONLY NEVER position fingers or thumbs near the infeed outfeed rollers or cutterhead Long pieces of stock should ALWAYS be supported with some type of fixture DO NOT operate planer with dull or damaged blades MAKE CERTAIN that the planer is properly adjusted prior to use DO NOT try and remove excessive amounts of wood in one single pass INSPECT all stock before planing ensuring that there are no foreign objects embedded in the wood loose knots or knots that may become loose during operation DO NOT attempt to remove jams until power is disconnected and all moving parts have come to a complete stop MAKE SURE that there is adequate operating space on both the infeed and outfeed sides of the planer before operating WARNING DO NOT attempt to plane wood that is less than 7 long or less than 3 16 thick GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING This machine MUST BE GROUNDED while in use to protect the operator from electric shock In the event of a malfunction or breakdown GR
10. tightness and condition Stop the machine and recheck the cutterhead screw and knives or tips for tightness after about 50 hours of operation Recheck periodically MAINTENANCE cont GEAR LUBRICATION The gears in the gear box should be lubricated periodically Facing the front of the machine remove the raise lower handle SEE FIG 1 page 13 2 Remove the 9 screws holding the top cover on the machine 5 screws are located on top and 4 on the upper sides Remove the top cover 3 On the left side panel remove the 4 socket head screws located around the bottom edge and remove the side panel to expose the gearbox cover 4 Remove the two screws to remove the gear box cover and access the gear box SEE FIG 13 FIG 13 5 Replace all covers panels and guards that you removed once lubrication is complete BRUSH REPLACEMENT Brush life will vary depending on the load placed on the motor The brushes should be inspected every 10 15 hours of use To inspect or replace 1 Remove the brush holders one of which is shown at A The other is located in the same position on the rear of the motor assembly The Brush Holder can be removed using a flat blade screwdriver SEE FIG 15 next page 23 MAINTENANCE cont FIG 15 2 the brush has been removed inspect the carbon B the spring and the wire D SEE FIG 16 FIG 16 3 Ifthe carbon of either brush is worn down to 3 16 or
11. 115 volt 60 hertz single phase motor Never connect the green or ground wire to a live terminal A machine with a 115 volt plug should only be connected to an outlet having the same configuration as the plug WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock use the proper gauge of extension cord When using an extension cord be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your machine will draw The smaller the gauge number the larger the diameter of the extension cord is If in doubt of the proper size of an extension cord use a shorter and thicker cord An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in a loss of power and overheating CAUTION USE ONLY 3 wire extension cord that has a 3 prong grounding plug and 3 pole receptacle that accepts the machine s plug If you are using an extension cord outdoors be sure it is marked with the suffix W A W in Canada to indicate that it is acceptable for outdoor use 10 GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS cont Make certain the extension cord is properly sized and in good electrical condition Always replace a worn or damaged extension cord immediately or have it repaired by a qualified person before using it Protect your extension cords from sharp objects excessive heat and damp or wet areas MINIMUM RECOMMENDED GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS AWG 115 VOLT OPERATION ONLY 25 LONG 50 LONG 100 LONG 150 LONG 0 to 6 Amps
12. 4 RAISE LOWER HANDLE 1pc 5 HEX SCREW M5 P0 8 20 1 6 SWITCH SAFETY KEY 1 7 DUST PORT KNOB 2 pcs ASSEMBLY MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE MACHINE IS DISCONNECTED FROM THE POWER SOURCE ATTACHING DEPTH ADJUSTMENT HANDLE Attach the raise lower adjustment handle to the shaft located on top of the planer and fasten in place with 1 Hex Socket Head screw Tighten screw using supplied hex wrench SEE FIG 1 FIG 1 ATTACHING DUST PORT 1 Facing the rear of the machine locate the dust port on the cutterhead assembly by turning 2 dust port knobs SEE FIG 2 2 minimize sawdust accumulation on your workpiece attach either a 2 1 2 in or a 4 in vacuum hose to the dust port FIG 2 ASSEMBLY cont SECURING PLANER TO A TABLE OR WORKBENCH During operation if there is any tendency for the planer to tip over slide or walk the planer MUST be secured to a supporting surface such as a workbench or table Four holes are provided 2 are shown at A below to securely mount the planer The surface you are mounting the planer to should be perfectly flat SEE FIG 3 FIG 3 ADJUSTMENTS MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE MACHINE IS DISCONNECTED FROM THE POWER SOURCE BEFORE ANY ADJUSTMENTS ARE MADE LEVELING EXTENSION TABLES The extension tables must be level with the planer table To check the extension tables and adjust if necessary 1 Lay a straight edge A on the planer table with one end of the straight edge over
13. D TORX SCREW HEX NUT THICKNESS ADJUST ROD HEX NUT ADJUST SCREW SCREW PHILLIPS BUTTON SCREW HEX SOCKET BUTTON SCREW DEPTH OF CUT SCR PAN CR TYTT LOCKWASHER EXT GEAR BOX C RING Size M6XP1 0X12L 12 5x 25 8x2t M4XP0 7X10L M5XP0 8X8L M5XP0 8X8L M5XP0 8X10L GCL 5 16 S 8 5x 18 21 M8xP1 25x20L 5X12L 13546 M16XP2 0L H 620322 M5xP0 8x9 6L M10 X14XP1 5 M5XP0 8 5 8 251 M5XP0 8X6L M3XP0 5X22L M5xP0 8x12L M4 M5X8L M5 STW15 Qty 26 26 1 No 91 92 93 94 95 96 97 98 99 100 101 115 116 117 118 119 121 128 129 130 M131 132 133 134 M135 136 137 140 144 142 143 144 146 147 148 Description CHAIN WHEEL CHAIN SPRING BLOCK BEARING OUTFEED ROLLER SPRING PLATE RETAINER SCR HEX SOC CAP INFEED ROLLER GEAR BOX GEAR 12T SPACER SCR SEMS W WASH RAIL GUIDE PLATE WEAR EXTENSION TABLE WASHER SCALE SPACER STEP BLOCK STEP BLOCK PIN HEX NUT SPRING STEEL BALL PIVOT ROD ADJUST SCREW HEX NUT HEX SCREW HEX NUT BALL BEARING WASHER SCR HEX SOC CAP CHAIN HEX SOC BUTTON SCREW SCR HEX SOC CAP Size M5XP0 8X10L 12T 15x620x7 M5XP0 8X10L 5 3 12 1 5 10 5 18 121 M6XP1 0 7 62X 15 75X 0 7 10MM M10xP1 5 M10xP1 5 M6XP1 0X25L M6XP1 0 6000zz 4 2x 15x2t M4XP0 7X12L M5XP0 8X25L M5XP0 8X16L Qty 28 No 153 155 163 164 191 195 198 600 Description Size
14. OUNDING provides the path of least resistance for electric current and reduces the risk of electric shock The plug MUST be plugged into a matching electrical receptacle that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with ALL local codes and ordinances If a plug is provided with your machine DO NOT modify the plug If it will not fit your electrical receptacle have a qualified electrician install the proper connections to meet all electrical codes local and state ALL connections must also adhere to NEC and OSHA mandates IMPROPER ELECTRICAL CONNECTION of the equipment grounding conductor can result in risk of electric shock The conductor with the green insulation with or without yellow stripes is the equipment grounding conductor DO NOT connect the equipment grounding conductor to a live terminal if repair or replacement of the electric cord or plug is necessary Check with a qualified electrician or service personnel if you do not completely understand the grounding instructions or if you are not sure the tool is properly grounded WARNING Electrocution or fire could result if this machine is not grounded properly or if the electrical configuration does not comply with local and state electrical codes MAKE CERTAIN the machine is disconnected from power source before starting any electrical work MAKE SURE the circuit breaker does not exceed the rating of the plug and receptacle The motor supplied with your machine is a
15. PLUG WASHER SPRING WASHER WASHER 19 8 23 5 0 81 LOGO LABEL SPEC LABEL SIDE PLATE MOTOR SWITCH ASM Qty
16. cut off the ends if necessary Also see TROUBLESHOOTING for further information MAINTENANCE WARNING MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE MACHINE IS DISCONNECTED FROM THE POWER SOURCE BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES Your planer should provide you with a long time of service provided you take the time to perform the following maintenance operations CLEANING Sawdust buildup and other debris can cause the tool to plane incorrectly Periodic cleaning and waxing is needed for accurate precision planing Any moving parts should be cleaned regularly with a penetrating oil and lubricated with a light coating of medium weight machine oil CAUTION With the machine unplugged blow off motor with low pressure air to remove dust or dirt Air pressure above 50 P S I should not be used as high pressured air may damage insulation The operator should always wear a respirator and eye protection when using compressed air Do not allow chips and dust to accumulate under the machine Keep area clean and in safe order Having clean feed rollers is essential for optimal results Check feed rollers after each use for buildup of pitch gum or resin and be sure to clean off with a non flammable tar and pitch remover that is not harmful to rubberized surfaces Periodically clean wax and buff the tables This will aid in the prevention of improper feeding of the workpiece HARDWARE TIGHTNESS Periodically check all clamps nuts bolts and screws for
17. e above the Repeat Cut slider Rotate the cutterhead to a position where a cutter tip is visible SEE FIG A next page You may have to raise or lower cutterhead to be able to insert the Hex wrench into the cutterhead 4 While holding the hex wrench to prevent cutterhead rotation remove the cutter tip screw using the provided Torx T wrench allowing the tip to be removed 5 Carefully clean all dust and dirt off the cutter tip and the cutterhead seat Replace or rotate the cutter insert so a fresh sharp edge is facing outward If available use pitch remover to be sure all wood residue is off the cutterhead cutter insert and screws before attempting to rotate or replace them Using a shot of compressed air is also helpful Be sure to wear safety glasses when using compressed air 6 Lubricate the Torx screw threads with light machine oil and wipe the excess oil off the threads Install cutter tip insert and torque the Torx screw to 48 50 inch pounds ADJUSTMENTS cont FIG A Note Proper cleaning of tips and cutterhead is critical to achieving a smooth finish Dirt or dust trapped between the cutter insert and cutterhead will slightly raise the cutter insert and make noticeable marks on your workpiece the next time you plane THICKNESS SCALE ADJUSTMENT The thickness scale located on the right of the planer shows the thickness of the finished workpiece To make sure the scale is set properly run a piece of wood through the pla
18. ection to determine the minimum gauge for the extension cord The extension cord must also contain a ground wire and plug pin Wear proper clothing DO NOT wear loose clothing gloves neckties or jewelry These items can get caught in the machine during operations and pull the operator into the moving parts Users must wear a protective cover on their hair if the hair is long to prevent it from contacting any moving parts SAVE these instructions and refer to them frequently and use them to instruct other users NOTE Information regarding the safe and proper operation of this tool is also available from the following sources Power Tool Institute American National Standards Institute 1300 Summer Avenue 23 West 43 Street 4 Floor Cleveland OH 44115 2851 New York NY 10036 www powertoolinstitute org www ansi org National Safety Council ANSI 01 1 Safety Requirements for 1121 Spring Lake Drive Woodworking Machines and the Itasca IL 60143 3201 U S Department of Labor Relations www osha gov PRODUCT SAFETY 1 Serious personal injury may occur if normal safety precautions are overlooked or ignored Accidents are frequently caused by lack of familiarity or failure to pay attention Obtain advice from supervisor instructor or another qualified individual who is familiar with this machine and its operations 2 Every work area is different Always consider safety first as it applies to your work area Use this machine with respect and
19. ed Knives or tips dull Build up on tables Build up on rollers Reduce cut depth Replace knives or tips Clean tables and apply paste wax Clean rollers with a cleaner safe for rubber surfaces 25 5 No 1841 18 2 18 3 18 4 18 5 18 6 K19 20 21 R22 23 24 25 R26 R27 R28 R32 Description Size TOP COVER SCR HEX SOC BUT HD M6xP1 0x8L RETAINER BEARING FOR TOP COVER2 ELEVATION NUT RETAINER BEARING FOR TOP COVER2 UPPER FRAME LEFT SIDE PANEL RIGHT SIDE PANEL KNOB HANDLE BAR SCR HEX SOC BUT HD M6xP1 0x10L SCR PAN CR TAP M3xP1 0x16L IDLER IDLER SHAFT SPINDLE HEIGHT ADJ SPINDLE HEX SOC HD SCR M5xP0 8x20L HAND KNOB ASM SPINDLE LEVER KNUCKLE HAND KNOB UPPER HAND KNOB LOWER SCREW M8 P1 25 35L PLATE T 1 8 mm SPRING PIN 3 x 24mm BASE HEX WRENCH 4mmX100L TORX WRENCH T25 BELT GUARD SPACER NYLOCK SCR SOC SET CUP PT POINTER 17 5 BLOCK GUARD CUTTERHEAD PULLEY PLATE HANDWHEEL BRACKET Qty 27 33 35 36 37 R38 R39 46 47 48 49 50 51 54 55 61 63 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72 M73 74 75 76 77 78 79 87 88 89 90 Description CHAIN WHEEL KNOB RIGHT SIDE PANEL COVER SCREW SPECIAL WASHER DUST HOOD PHILLIPS SCREW SCREW CHIP DEFLECTOR SCREW SCREW CORD CLAMP WASHER HEX SOCKET BUTTON SCREW KEY RETAINER BEARING MOTOR PULLEY V BELT HEX NUT BALL BEARING CUTTER INSERT HELICAL CUTTERHEA
20. hine until you have read and understand the information contained in this manual The drawings illustrations photographs and specifications in this user manual represent your machine at time of print However changes may be made to your machine or this manual at any time with no obligation to CUTECH WARRANTY 2 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY CUTECH warrants its machinery to be free of defects in workmanship and materials for a period of two 2 years from the date of the original purchase by the original owner This warranty applies to products sold in United States only The warranty does not apply to any product used for professional or commercial production purposes nor for industrial or educational applications Such cases are covered by our 1 year Limited Warranty with the Conditions and Exceptions Warranty does not include failures breakage or defects deemed after inspection by an Authorized Service Center or our agent to have been directly or indirectly caused by or resulting from improper use lack of or improper maintenance misuse or abuse negligence accidents damage in handling or transport or normal wear and tear of any part or component Examples are consumables such as inserts and knives or wear items like drive belts bearings or brushes Additionally warranty is void if repairs or alterations are made to the machine by an unauthorized service center without the direct consent of CUTECH To file a claim of warranty or to find a ser
21. ible damages has been given to CUTECH Not responsible for damages of any kind for any delay by or failure of CUTECH to perform its obligations under this agreement or claims made a subject of a legal proceeding against CUTECH more than one 1 year after such cause of action first arose The validity construction and performance of this Warranty and any sale of machinery by CUTECH shall be governed by the law of the State of Tennessee without regard to conflicts of law s provisions of any jurisdiction Any action related in any way to any alleged or actual offer acceptance or sale by CUTECH or any claim related to the performance of and agreement including without limitation this Warranty shall take place in the federal or state courts in Shelby County Tennessee CUTECH reserves the right to change the specification without prior notice PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Feed speed F min 26 FPM Cutterhead speed RPM 10 000 Motor RPM 23000 10 No Load Cutterhead diameter 2 Max planer capacity 6 13 6 1 8 Max depth of cut 13 1 16 Minimum Length of Stock 7 Minimum Thickness of Stock 1 8 Cutter inserts qty 26 2 sided Motor power input 115 V 60 Hz AC Only 15 Amp Shipping Weight 66 Ibs Shipping Dimensions 26 W x 16 D x 21 H Dust Port Opening 2 or 4 FEATURE IDENTIFICATION lt Raise Lower Handle Power Switch Depth of Cut Indicator Dust Port Repeat Cut
22. ildren away from any machine DO NOT permit people to be in the immediate work area especially when the machine is operating GENERAL SAFETY cont KEEP protective guards in place and in working order CAUTION MAINTAIN your balance DO NOT extend yourself over the tool Wear oil resistant rubber soled shoes Keep floor clear of debris grease and wax MAINTAIN all machines with care ALWAYS KEEP machine clean and in good working order KEEP all blades and tool bits sharp NEVER leave a machine running unattended Turn the power switch to the OFF position DO NOT leave the machine until it has come to a complete stop REMOVE ALL MAINTENANCE TOOLS from the immediate area prior to turning the machine ON STAY ALERT watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating any machine DO NOT operate any machine tool while tired or under the influence of drugs alcohol or medication A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury WARNING USE ONLY recommended accessories Use of incorrect or improper accessories could cause serious injury to the operator and cause damage to the machine If in doubt DO NOT use it THE USE of extension cords is not recommended for 230V equipment It is better to arrange the placement of your equipment and the installed wiring to eliminate the need for an extension cord If an extension cord is necessary refer to the chart in the Grounding Instructions s
23. ner and measure the thickness of the wood If the scale is out of alignment loosen the two round head screws A holding the scale indicator B and adjust the thickness indicator to the correct setting Make sure to re tighten the two screws once the adjustment is complete SEE FIG 6 THICKNESS SCALE SCALE 4 INDICATOR T SCREWS SCALE INDICATOR Fig 6 OPERATIONS NOTE This operations section was designed to give instructions on the basic operations of this planer However it is in no way comprehensive of every planer operation It is strongly recommended that you read books trade magazines or get formal training to maximize the potential of your planer while minimizing the risks NOTE This planer is designed to process wood ONLY POWER SWITCH The planer is turned on by flipping the switch into the up position and it is turned off by flipping the switch in the down position This planer is also equipped with a special lockout toggle switch that prevents unauthorized use To prevent unauthorized use of the planer simply pull out the yellow key A located on the face of the switch SEE FIG 7 FIG 7 DEPTH OF CUT INDICATOR The Depth Of Cut Indicator located on the front of the machine is a convenient way to quickly determine how much material is being planed off in one pass 1 With the machine OFF insert your workpiece just under the cut scale A SEE FIG 8 2 Crank the raising lowering handle until
24. rhead assembly below the preset level as damage will occur ADJUSTMENTS cont ADJUSTING REPLACING KNIVES FOR 40600H CT SPIRAL CUTTERHEAD WARNING MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE MACHINE IS DISCONNECTED FROM THE POWER SOURCE BEFORE ANY ADJUSTMENTS ARE MADE WARNING Be VERY CAREFUL when handling the knives or cutter tips as they are EXTREMELY SHARP and can cause serious injury This 13 cutterhead is equipped with 26 indexable cutter inserts Each cutter insert can be rotated to reveal one of its two cutting edges Therefore if one cutting edge becomes dull or damaged simply rotate it 90 to reveal a fresh cutting edge In addition each cutter insert has a reference dot on one corner As the cutter insert is rotated the reference dot location can be used as an indicator of which edges are used and which are new When the reference dot revolves back around to its starting position the cutter should be replaced WARNING NEVER GRASP CUTTERHEAD BY HAND AS THIS WILL RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY Front of planer Reference Dot Rear of planer To rotate or change cutter tip inserts 1 Face the rear of the machine Remove the Dust Port Refer back to the section labeled ATTACHING DUST PORT in the ASSEMBLY section page 13 for information on removal Use the handle to lower the cutterhead assembly down to about 2 on the scale Insert the supplied Hex wrench through the hole located on the side of the machin
25. s make thin test cuts on a scrap piece of wood prior to performing final cuts GENERAL TIPS AND GUIDELINES 1 Thickness planing always works best when at least one side of the workpiece has a flat surface If both sides of the workpiece are rough feed one face of the board through the planer until the entire surface is flat ALWAYS plane both sides of the workpiece to reach the desired thickness DO NOT plane workpieces less than 1 8 thick less than 3 4 in wide or shorter than 7 in It is not recommended to continuously use the planer at its maximum depth of cut 1 16 and at its full width 13 as this will shorten the life of the motor Light cuts create a smoother finish than heavier cuts If a smooth cut is not obtained see TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE on page 26 21 OPERATIONS cont AVOIDING SNIPE Snipe gouging or depression of the board at the ends can occur when the board is not properly supported For workpieces longer than 4 ft greater care must be taken to reduce the problem because the additional length of the workpiece translates into more unsupported weight pulling down on the end of the board This unsupported weight will work against keeping the stock flat Make sure to use supports or stands whenever long pieces are being planed to avoid this problem Since snipe occurs at the end of the boards it is good practice to start with a workpiece that is slightly longer than what you need so that you can simply
26. the infeed table B SEE FIG 4 Check to make sure that the infeed table is level with the planer table 3 If an adjustment is necessary raise table loosen lock nuts D and adjust Hex Head Screws E on each side of the table until the infeed table is level with the planer table This will adjust the outer edge of the table Recheck for level and repeat adjustment if necessary 5 Repeat this process for leveling the outfeed table Fig 4 ADJUSTMENTS cont RAISING AND LOWERING HEAD ASSEMBLY The head assembly consists of the cutterhead knives feed rollers cutternead guard and the motor Raising and lowering of the head assembly controls the depth of cut on the planer To adjust 1 To raise the head assembly A turn the adjusting handle B clockwise SEE FIG 5 2 To lower the head assembly turn the adjusting handle counterclockwise NOTE One revolution of the handle will move the cutterhead up or down approximately 1 16 You can confirm this by referencing the scale C on the front right side of the planer FIG 5 D NOTE The Repeat Cut Thickness Indicator D located on the bottom right side of the planer provides a simple way to preset the finished thickness of a workpiece Slide the indicator to the desired finished thickness Use this feature when thickness planing multiple workpieces to ensure a uniform thickness of all workpieces See page 20 for more information Do not attempt to lower the cutte
27. the button B comes in contact with the workpiece As you rotate the raise lower handle the needle on the depth of cut scale will move showing how much material will be removed in that pass FIG 8 OPERATIONS cont REPEAT CUT PRESET The REPEAT CUT preset located on the right side of the planer provides a simple way to preset the finished thickness of a workpiece The indicator can be set to various thicknesses Move the lever to the desired finished thickness Use this feature when thickness planing multiple workpieces to ensure a uniform thickness of all workpieces SEE FIG below NOTE When lowering the head assembly ensure the REPEAT CUT preset is in the lowest desired thickness position Failure to do so may result in excess downward pressure by the cutterhead assembly onto the mechanism and cause damage to the adjustment rod and upper frame 20 OPERATIONS cont GETTING PREPARED It is always a good idea to use a piece of scrap wood for your first planing attempt Also before each use of the planer make it a habit of checking for loose fasteners fittings or hardware Turn the planer ON and allow it to reach full soeed Pay close attention to any excessively loud noises that may be coming from the planer or any excessive vibration If either occurs shut down the planer immediately checking again for loose hardware Go through the ASSEMBLY and ADJUSTMENTS sections again if necessary BASIC OPERATION WARNING To
28. vice center call toll free 877 568 8879 or email techservices cutechtool com Warranty applies to the original buyer only and may not be transferred You will need to furnish with your claim a copy of the original sales receipt as proof of purchase and the serial number from the machine The warranty card must be submitted to CUTECH within 90 days from the date of the purchase with a copy of the sales receipt to have your warranty in effect The defective units should be returned Freight prepaid to CUTECH s Authorized Service Center for inspection If the warranty claim is considered to be invalid due to exclusions listed above CUTECH will at your direction dispose of or return the product In the event you choose to have the product returned you will be responsible for the handling and shipping cost of the return CUTECH furnishes the above warranties in lieu of all other warranties express or implied CUTECH shall not be liable for any special indirect incidental punitive or consequential damages including without limitation loss of profits arising from or related to the warranty the breach of any agreement or warranty or the operation or use of its machinery including without limitation damages arising from damage to fixtures tools equipment parts or materials direct or indirect loss caused by any other part loss of revenue or profits financing or interest charges and claims by and third person whether or not notice of such poss

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