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1. User Manual Read and understand this manual before using machine 15 PLANER Model No 40255 VER 08 13 40255H TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY amp GUIDELINES 1 ATTACHING TOP COVER AND DUST HOOD 11 GENERAL SAFETY PROS ania iinssesiisie os ossis 2 HOW TO ATTACH THE WINGS ossee 11 ADDITIONAL SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES 3 OPERATING CONTROLS AND ADJUSTMENTS 12 ELECTRICAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 00 4 HOW TO CONTROL THE FEED SPEED Lisinskas 13 FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION ee kaka 4 HOW TO CHECK ADJUST amp REPLACE KNIVEG 14 CARTON ONIN S E se tracted ese aa tsetse 5 6 HOW TO SET A KNIFE ode ce ee aai asi 15 16 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS osaisin 7 HOW TO ADJUST THE TABLE ROLLERG 17 PLANER STAND ASSEMBLY 0 cceeeeeeeeeeeeeees 8 ADJUST THE HEIGHT OF THE CHIPBREAKER 18 19 HOW TO LIFT THE eee 9 INIAS E as etau stibio ias ni T 20 ATTACHING THE PLANER TO THE STAND 9 TROUBLESHOOTING ences e TT 21 ATTACHING HANDWHEEL eeeeeeeeeeeee eres 10 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all warnings and operating instructions before using any tool or equipment When using tools or equipment basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of personal injury Improper operation maintenance or modification of tools or equipment could result in serious injury and property damage There are certain application2. Refer to them often and use them to instruct others POWER CONNECTIONS A separate electrical circuit should be used for your machines This circuit should not be less than 12 wire and should be protected with a time delay fuse NOTE Time delay fuses should be marked D in Canada and T in the US If an extension cord is used use only 3 wire extension cords which have 3 prong grounding type plugs and matching receptacle which will accept the machines plug Before connecting the machine to the powerline make sure the switch is are in the OFF position and be sure that the electric current is of the same characteristics as indicated on the machine All line connections should make good contact Running on low voltage will damage the machine Ny ele Do not expose the machine to rain or operate the machine in damp locations MOTOR SPECIFICATIONS Your machine is wired for 240 volt 60 HZ alternating current Before connecting the machine to the power source make sure the switch is in the OFF position GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS IPN eit This machine must be grounded while in use to protect the operator from electric shock 1 All grounded cord connected machines In the event of a malfunction or breakdown grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock This machine is equipped with an electric cord having an equipment grounding conductor and a grounding plug The plug
3. doubt use the next heavier gauge The smaller the gauge number the heavier the cord Secure the workpiece Use clamps or a vise to hold the workpiece when practical Loss of control of a workpiece can cause injury Feed the workpiece against the direction of the rotation of the blade cutter or abrasive surface Feeding it from the other direction will cause the workpiece to be thrown out at high speed Don t force the workpiece on the machine Damage to the machine and or injury may result Don t overreach Loss of balance can make you fall into a working machine causing injury Never stand on the machine Injury could occur if the tool tips or if you accidentally contact the cutting tool Never leave the machine running unattended Turn the power off Don t leave the machine until it comes to a complete stop A child or visitor could be injured Turn the machine OFF and disconnect the machine from the power source before installing or removing accessories changing cutters adjusting or changing set ups When making repairs be sure to lock the start switch in the OFF position An accidental start up can Cause injury Make your workshop childproof with padlocks master switches or by removing starter keys The accidental start up of a machine by a child or visitor could cause injury Stay alert watch what you are doing and use common sense Do not use the machine when you are tired or under the influen
4. injured Reduce the risk of unintentional starting Make sure that the switch is in the OFP position before plugging in the power cord In the event of a power failure move the switch to the OFF position An accidental start up can cause injury Do not touch the plugs metal prongs when unplugging or plugging in the cord Use the guards Check to see that all safety devices are in place secured and working correctly to prevent injury Remove adjusting keys and wrenches before starting the machine Tools scrap pieces and other debris can be thrown at high speed causing injury Use the right machine Don t force a machine or an attachment to do a job for which it was not designed Damage to the machine and or injury may result Use recommended accessories The use of accessories and attachments not recommended by SCTW may cause damage to the machine or injury to the user 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 29 PANIN eH Failure to follow these rules may result in serious personal injury Use the proper extension cord Make sure your extension cord is in good condition When using an extension cord be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating See the Extension Cord Chart for the correct size depending on the cord length and nameplate ampere rating If in
5. purpose grease TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE This section covers the most common processing problems encountered in planing and what to do about them Do not make any adjustments until planer is unplugged and moving parts have come to a complete stop See the section on Wood Characteristics for additional troubleshooting information PROBLEM LIKELY CAUSE S SOLUTION Motor will not start Low voltage 1 Check power line for proper voltage Open circuit in motor or loose connections 2 Inspect all lead connections on motor for loose or open connections Motor will not start Short circuit in line cord or plug Inspect cord or plug for damaged insulation and fushes or circuit shorted wires breakers blow Short circuit in motor or loose connections 2 Inspect all connections on motor for loose or shorted terminals or worn insulation Incorrect fuses or circuit breakers in power 3 Install correct fuses or circuit breakers line Motor overheats Motor overloaded Reduce load on motor Air circulation through the motor restricted 2 Clean out motor to provide normal air circulation Motor stalls Short circuit in motor or loose connections 1 Inspect connections on motor for loose or shorted resulting in blown terminals or worn insulation fuses or tripped Low voltage Clean out motor to provide normal air circulation circuit Incorrect fuses or circuit breakers in power 3 Install correct fuses or ci
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7. 0 100 12 AWG GREATER THAN 50 FEET NOT RECOMMENDED Fig B 12 16 240 12 16 240 12 16 240 FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION FOREWORD The Model 40255 40255H is a 15 881mm Planer with an adjustable feed rate for optimum planing underload This machine has cutting capacities of 15 881mm width 6 1 2 165mm thick and 1 8 5mm depth of cut Feed rate is 16 20 FPM NOTICE The photo on the manual cover illustarates the current production model All other illustrations contained in the manual are representative only and may not depict the actual labeling or accessories included These are intended to illustrate technique only CARTON CONTENTS Your new 15 381 mm planer head is shipped complete in one box The machine is very heavy Take care when you remove the machine See the section How To Lift The Machine The Planer stand comes in the same box Open and locate all parts prior to assembly Knife setting gauge Elevation handwheel Open endwrench 14and17mm Open endwrench 10and12mm 7 Handwheelhandle Shifter knob 2 5mm hex wrench 3 mm hex wrench 4 mm hex wrench J 6mm hex wrench Dust hood Top cover Planer head oP ANOaARwWNh Oh gt STAND PARTS 14 Legs 4 15 Side panels 2 16 Top brackets 2 17 End panels 2 18 Stand supports 2 19 Extension wings 2 20 Carriage head bolts washers and nuts 40 note 8 each for mount to unit 21 Clip
8. E until that end of the chip breaker is properly adjusted Tighten the nut D Place the gauge block on the other end of the chip breaker Loosen the nut F Fig 50and turn the adjusting screw G HOW TO ADJUST THE HEIGHT OF THE INFEED ROLLER The infeed roller was adjusted at the factory at 0 040 1 01mm below the cutting circle To check and adjust the height of the infeed roller ra ij le Disconnect the machine from the power source 1 Confirm that the knives are adjusted properly as explained under HOW TO CHECK ADJUST AND REPLACE KNIVES Place the gauge block A Fig 51 on the table directly underneath the cutterhead Use an 0 040 1 01mm feeler gauge B placed on top of the gaugeblock Raise or lower the head assembly until one of the knives touches the feeler gauge Tighten the head locking knobs 18 Move the gauge block A Fig 52 without the feeler gauge To adjust loosen the nut D Fig 52 and turn the adjusting set Repeat this adjustment with the gauge block on the opposite under one end of the infeed roller C The bottom of the infeed roller C should touch the top of the gauge block A screw E until that end of the infeed roller touches the top of the gauge block Tighten the nut D end of the infeed roller HOW TO ADJUST THE HEIGHT OF THE OUTFEED ROLLER The outfeed roller was adjusted at the factory to be 0 040 1 01 mm below the cutting circle To check and adjust the hei
9. all the way out the feed speed is 16fpm 8cm s When the knob is in the center neutral position the machine will not feed USE OF THE ANTI KICKBACK FINGERS When inspecting and cleaning the anti kickback fingers disconnect the machine from the power source A series of anti kickback fingers A Fig 36 are provided on the infeed end of the planer These anti kickback fingers operate by gravity and no adjustment is required However you should inspect them occasionally to confirm that they are free of gum and pitch and that they move and operate correctly HOW TO ADJUST BELT TENSION Disconnect the machine from the power source 1 Take out the four bolts A Fig 37 to remove the belt and pulley guard cover B 2 Place a 2x4 D Fig 38 between the motor plate and the top of the head casting 3 Loosen the four screws C Fig 38 Leverage the motor plate upward until the belts deflects approximately 1 4 6 4mm in the center span with light finger pressure 4 Tighten the three screws C Fig 38 and replace the belt and pulley guard cover B Fig 37 HOW TO CHECK ADJUST AND REPLACE KNIVES AVS em Wear gloves when you remove the knives for sharpening or replacement The knives in this planer are very sharp Ns titem Disconnect the machine from the power source 1 Remove the four screws three of which are shown at A Fig 39 and the screw B Fig 40 Remove the top cover 2 Loosen the two screws C Fig 41 and pivot the
10. ce of drugs alcohol or medication A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in injury Use of this tool can generate and disperse dust or other airborne particles including wood dust crystalline silica dust and asbestos dust Direct particles away from face and body Always operate tool in well ventilated area and provide for proper dust removal Use dust collection system wherever possible Exposure to the dust 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 Allowing dust to get into your mouth or eyes or lay on your skin may promote absorption of harmful material Always use properly fitting NIOSH OSHA approved respiratory protection appropriate for the dust exposure and wash exposed areas with soap and water ADDITIONAL SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES VEU iles Failure to follow these rules may result in serious personal injury 1 DO NOT OPERATE THIS MACHINE until it is 14 ALLOW THE CUTTERHEAD TO REACH FULL SPEED completely assembled and installed according to the before feeding a workpiece Changing speeds while instructions A machine incorrectly assembled can planing can cause kickback aa ane ak 4 15 WHEN PLANING BOWED STOCK place the concave 2 OBTAIN ADVICE from your supervisor instructor cupdown side of the stock on the table and cut with or another qualified perso
11. e machine is running may be thrown out at high speeds causing serious Serious injury will result injury 9 LOCK THE SPEED SETTING SECURELY before feeding 22 TURN THE MACHINE OFF DISCONNECT IT FROM the workpiece through the machine Changing speeds THE POWER SOURCE and clean the table work area before leaving the machine LOCK THE SWITCH IN hile plani kick back MAn Pla Catal EE THE OFF POSITION to prevent un authorized use 10 AVOID AWKWARD OPERATIONS AND HAND POSI Someone else might accidentally start the machine TIONS A sudden slip could cause a hand to move and cause injury to themselves or others te ene 23 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION regarding the safe and 11 KEEP ARMS HANDS AND FINGERS away from the proper operation of power tools i e a safety video cutterhead the chip exhaust opening and the feed is available from the Power Tool Institute 1300 rollers to prevent severe cuts Sumner Avenue Cleveland OH 44115 2851 www 12 NEVER REACH INTO THE CUTTERHEAD AREA while powertoolinstitute com Information is also available the machine is running Your hands can be drawn into from the National Safety Council 1121 Spring Lake theknives Drive Itasca IL 60143 3201 Please refer to the American National Standards Institute ASNI 01 1 13 DO NOT STAND IN LINE OF THE WORKPIECE Safety Requirements for Woodworking Machines and Kickback can cause injury the U S Department of Labor Regulations SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
12. eat this process for the other knives locking bars and locking screws B Thoroughly clean the knives knife slots locking bars and locking screws If the threads of the screws appear worn or stripped or if the heads are becoming rounded replace them C Insert the locking bars knives and screws in all three slots in the cutterhead Loosen the locking screws two of which are shown at K Fig 45 enough to hold all three knives in the cutterhead D Adjust all three knives as explained under STEP 4 IMPORTANT After the knives have been adjusted replace the chips deflector that was removed in STEP 3 and the top cover that was removed in STEP 1 under HOW TO CHECK ADJUST AND REPLACE KNIVES Pivot the motor assembly back to its original place SEE NEXT PAGE FOR LARGER DIAGRAM HOW TO CONSTRUCT THE GAUGE BLOCK Use a gauge block to check and adjust the height of the chipbreaker and the infeed and outfeed roll Adjust the cutterhead parallel to the table Construct a gauge block from hard wood using the dimensions in Fig 47 15 HOW TO ADJUST THE TABLE ROLLERS Your planer is supplied with two table rollers A Fig 56 that help feed the stock by reducing friction Since each type of wood behaves differently exact dimensions of the proper height setting are not available Generally however when planing a rough workpiece set the table rollers HIGH 0 003 to 0 005 08mm to 13mm above the work surface When p
13. ed roller turn two screws one of which is shown at B Fig 55 The other screw is located on the opposite side of the machine Adjust the two screws B until ONE thread shows above the table casting Further tension adjustment may be necessary 19 MAINTENANCE GENERAL Make a habit of inspecting your planer each time you use it Check the following conditions and repair or replace as necessary 1 Worn Switch Damaged cords and or plugs Damaged belts Loose bolts Any other condition that could hamper the safe and proper operation of the machine ae 2 P TABLE The table and other non painted surfaces on the planer should be protected against rust Be sure to wipe the table clean after every use This will help prevent moisture from the wood condensing on the bare metal table It is also a good idea to use an automotive paste wax on the bare metal surfaces This will keep moisture from the table and hence help keep it from rusting Over time some rust may still develop on the table To get rid of the rust use some WD 40 and a fine steel wool KNIVES Make sure that your knives are sharp and properly adjusted before eachuse The sharpness and proper setting of the knives is essential to good planing Refer back to the section on knives in this manual for detailed instructions LUBRICATION BEARINGS Your planer is equipped with factory sealed bearings requiring no lubrication during its lifetime If the bear
14. evation handwheel O Fig 15 clockwise to raise the cuttinghead Insert two 2x4 s as shown in Fig 15 between the cuttinghead and the table Lower the cuttinghead to touch the 2 x 4 s Use four people one on each end of the 2 x 4 s to move the machine onto the stand HOW TO ATTACH THE PLANER TO THE STAND 1 CAREFULLY lift the planer on the stand 2 Align the 8 holes in the bottom of the planer not shown with the mounting holes AA Fig 16 in the top of the stand 3 Use the 8 remaining M8 carriage head bolts M8 lock washers and M8 hex nuts to secure the planer to the stand Insert bolts down through holes in planer and stand Place lock washers then nuts on bolts and tighten 4 Attach the shifter knob screwing it into place at SS Fig 17 9 ATTACHING HANDWHEEL 1 Attach handwheel handle N Fig 7 to handwheel O Use 12 mm open end wrench on flats to tighten 2 Attachhandwheel O to elevation shaft may be installed prior P Fig 8 Install and tighten washer and nut Fig 9A A B NOTE Be sure two head locking knobs S Fig 10 are loose before raising head assembly 3 Raise head assembly and remove shipping brace ATTACHING TOP COVER AND DUST HOOD 1 Using a 10mm wrench fasten top cover T Fig 11 to planer head using three M6 hex head flange screws at three spots U NOTE May be installed prior 2 Loosen bolts V amp W Fig 12 with provided 17 mm wrench and fit the dust collector s slots W d
15. ght of the outfeed roller ale Disconnect the machine from the power source 1 2 Make sure the knives are adjusted properly as ex plained under HOW TO CHECK ADJUST AND REPLACE KNIVES Place the gauge block A Fig 53 on the table directly underneath the cutterhead Place a 0 040 1 01mm feeler gauge B on top of the gauge block Raise or lower the head assembly until one of the knives touches the feeler gauge Tighten the head locking knobs Move the gauge block A Fig 54 without the feeler gauge under the end of the outfeed roller C The bottom of the outfeed roller C should touch the top of the gauge block A To adjust loosen the nut D Fig 54 and turn the screw E until the outfeed roller is properly adjusted Repeat this adjustment procedure on the opposite end of the outfeed roller HOW TO ADJUST THE TENSION OF THE INFEED AND OUTFEED ROLLERS The infeed and outfeed are under spring tension The tension should be sufficient to feed the stock uniformly without slipping but should not be so tight that it causes damage to the board The tension should be equal at both ends of each roller To adjust the spring tension of the infeed roller turn two screws one of which is shown at A Fig 55 The other screw is located on the opposite side of the machine Adjust the two screws A until FOUR 4 thread show above the table casting Further tension adjustment may be necessary To adjust the spring tension of the outfe
16. in Fig A the machine will have a grounding plug that looks like the plug illustrated in Fig A Make sure the machine is connected to an outlet having the same configuration as the plug No adapter is available or should be used with this machine If the machine must be re connected for use on a different type of electric circuit the re connection should be made by qualified service personnel and after re connection the machine should comply with the National Electric Code and all local codes and ordinances EXTENSION CORDS Use proper extension cords Make sure your extension cord is in good condition and is a 3 wire extension cord which has a 3 prong grounding type plug and matching receptacle which will accept the machine s plug When using an extension cord be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current of the machine An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating Fig B shows the correct gauge to use depending on the cord length If in doubt use the next heavier gauge The smaller the gauge number the heavier the cord GROUNDED OUTLET BOX CURRENT CARRYING PRONGS GROUNDING BLADE IS LONGEST OF THE 3 BLADES RECOMMENDED SIZES FOR USE WITH STATIONARY ELECTRIC MACHINES Total Length of Ampere Cord in Gauge of Extension Rating Volts Feet Cord up to 50 50 100 100 200 200 300 up to 50 50 100 100 200 200 300 up to 50 50 100 100 200 200 300 up to 50 14 AWG 5
17. ing Refers to the sizing of the lumber to a desired thickness while creating a level surface Snipe Gouging that can occur at the end of a board Chatter Marks An uneven washboard type of cut caused by incorrect chipbreaker settings Chip Marks Occur when knives catch the chips and drag them across the lumber being planed caused by exhaust blockage or improper chip deflector settings Tear Out Deep gouging caused by improper chip breaker settings PLANER STAND ASSEMBLY Ma UILNKEHS For your own safety do not connect the machine to the power source until the machine is completely assembled and you read and understand the entire instruction manual Assembly tool required 13 mm open end wrench 1 Insert carriage bolts into holes and over lap legs to sides and panels 2 Match A on top B on bottom 3 Match C on top D on bottom 4 Proceed to attach all parts together follow photos After all legs panels and sides are attached lay upside down and tighten all hardware starting with A and B finish with C and D 5 With all hardware tighten install rubber feet to prevent slipping Place on feet 6 Proceed to next steps to start assembly process for mounting head to stand HOW TO LIFT THE MACHINE Take care when you lift the machine The planer is very heavy Use the following directions and a MINIMUM OF FOUR PEOPLE to place the machine on the stand Turn the el
18. ing should fail the planer will produce a pronounced rumble that will get even louder under load If it is allowed to get worse overheating can occur and eventually the bearing can seize up possibly cuasing damage to other parts of the machine 20 GEAR BOX Gear box oil should be drained after the first 20 hours of operation Replace with 80W 90 gear oil for use in room temperature shops and 50W gear oil for unheated winter shops Inspect levels periodically and change yearly for occasional use more frequently with heavy use To inspect oil level 1 Remove fill plugusing the short end of a hex wrench dip the wrench inside the fill hole and rotate so the long end of the wrench is parallel to the table 2 Remove the wrench If the end of the hex wrench is coated with oil then the gearbox level is okay 3 Ifthe end of the hex wrench is not coated with oil then you need to add more oil 4 Replace fill plug when finished DRIVE CHAIN The drive chain should be inspected and lubricated monthly using a general purpose grease FEED ROLLER The infeed outfeed pressure setscrews double as the lubrication ports for the rollers Add 1 2 drops of light machine oil to all ports before every use Daily lubrication of feed rollers is CRUCIAL to the operation of the planer Lubricate before start up CHAIN The table height adjustment chain should be inspected regularly and lubricated as needed Lubricate with a general
19. laning a finish workpiece set the table rollers LOW 0 001 03mm above the table surface or level with the table surface The table rollers on your planer are set for average planing and are parallel to the table surface FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS INCLUDED WITH THE MAKING CUTTING HEAD PARALLEL ADJUST THE HEIGHT OF THE CHIP BREAKER The chip breaker extends down around the front of the cutter head and raises as the stock is fed through the planer The chip breaker breaks or curls the chips as they leave the cutter head The bottom edge of the chip breaker helps hold the stock flat on the table Confirm that the bottom of the chip breaker is parallel to the Knives and set 0 020 0 5mm below the cutting circle Nem Disconnect the machine from the power source 1 2 Make certain the knives are adjusted properly as explained under HOW TO CHECK ADJUST AND REPLACE KNIVES Place the gauge block A Fig 48 on the table directly under the cutter head Use a 0 020 0 5mm feeler gauge B placed on top of the gauge block Raise or lower the head assembly until one of the knives touches the feeler gauge Lock the head assembly Place the gaugeblock A Fig 48 without the feeler gauge underone end of the chip breaker C Fig 49 The bottom of the chip breaker C should touch the top of the gauge block To adjust the height of the chip breaker remove the top cover of the machine Loosen the nut D Fig 50 Turn the screw
20. llection hose directly to chute for optimal chip and dust collection HOW TO ADJUST FOR DEPTH OF CUT The depth of cut on your planer is controlled by raising or lowering the head assembly A Fig 33 that contains the cutter head and feed rollers The head assembly A moves on four steel columns three of which are shown at B To adjust loosen the two head assembly lock knobs one of which is shown at C Fig 32 and turn the head elevating handwheelytdjngithe handwheel D clockwise raises the head assembly Counterclockwise lowers it Tighten the two head assembly lock knobs C The maximum depth of cut when planing stock narrower than 6 152mm wide is 3 16 4 76mm A limiter E Fig 34 limits the depth of cut to 1 8 3 18mm on stock wider than 6 152mm Helical unit only HOW TO CONTROL THE FEED SPEED Change speeds only while the motor is running DO NOT change speeds while planing Your planer has two feed roll speeds 16 20fom and 8 10cm per second The slower feed rate provides more cuts per inch and a finer smoother finish For efficiency operate the machine at the faster feed rate for general planing and switch to the slower feed rate for the final finish When planing wide stock wider than 8 203mm particularly in hard wood the slower feed speed is better because of less strain on the motor and a better finish With the shifter knob S Fig 35 pushed all the way in the feed speed is 20fpm 10cm s With it pulled
21. loves neckties rings bracelets or other jewelry which may get caught in moving parts Nonslip protective footwear is recommended Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair Do not use the machine in a dangerous environment The use of power tools in damp or wet locations or in rain can cause shock or electrocution Keep your work area well lit to prevent tripping or placing arms hands and fingers in danger Do not operate electric tools near flammable liquids or in gaseous or explosive atmospheres Motors and switches in these tools may spark and ignite fumes Maintain all tools and machines in peak condition Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest performance Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories Poorly maintained tools and machines can further damage the tool or machine and or cause injury Check for damaged parts Before using the machine check for any damaged parts Check for alignment of moving parts binding of moving parts breakage of parts and any other conditions that may affect its operation A guard or any other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced with SCTW or factory authorized replacement parts Damaged parts can cause further damage to the machine and or injury Keep the work area clean Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents Keep children and visitors away Your shop is a potentially dangerous environment Children and visitors can be
22. may result in minor or moderate injury HA eh el indicates a practice not related to personal injury which if not avoided may result in property damage Elem Some dust created by power sanding sawing grinding drilling and other construction activities contains 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 e Crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products e Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber CCA Your risk from these exposures varies depending on how often you do this type of work To reduce your exposure to these chemicals work in a well ventilated area and work with approved safety equipment such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles 4 GENERAL SAFETY RULES 10 11 12 13 14 For your own safety read the instruction manual before operating the machine Learning the machine s application limitations and specific hazards will greatly minimize the possibility of accidents and injury Wear eye and hearing protection and always use safety glasses Everyday eyeglasses are not safety glasses Use certified safety equipment Eye protection equipment should comply with ANSI Z87 1 standards Hearing equipment should comply with ANSI 3 19 standards Wear proper apparel Do not wear loose clothing g
23. motor assembly to the front NOTE Belt tension is not disturbed when pivoting the motor forward 3 Take out the three bolts E Fig 42 and remove the chip deflector F 4 To check and adjust the knives A Carefully place the knife setting gauge G Fig 43 on the cutter head B Correctly adjusted knives H Fig 44 will contact the bottom of the gauge J at each end Check all three knives 14 HOW TO SET A KNIFE Loosen clockwise all five locking screws two of which are shown at K Fig 45 Use the supplied wrench to turn the hex screw L Fig 45 counterclockwise to lower or clockwise to raise the knife on each end of the cutterhead until the cutting edge of knife H Fig 44 touches the bottom of the gauge J Fig 44 Tighten the knife locking bar N Fig 45 by lightly backing out the five locking screws K Fig 45 against the knife slot IMPORTANT Tighten the knife in the slot only enough to hold it in position After all three knives are set tighten the five locking screws K Fig 45 against the slot Start with the end screws first then the center screws until the knife is secure Tighten the other knives in the same manner HOW TO CLEAN AND CHECK THE KNIVES e Wear gloves when you remove the knives for sharpening or replacement The knives are very sharp PATNI eH Disconnect the machine from the power source A Remove the knife H Fig 46 lockingbar N and locking screws K from the cutterhead Rep
24. must be plugged into a matching outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances Do not modify the plug provided if it will not fit the outlet have the proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician Improper connection of the equipment grounding conductor can result in risk of electric shock The conductor with insulation having an outer surface that is green with or without yellow stripes is the equipment grounding conductor If repair or replacement of the electric cord or plug is necessary do not connect the equipment grounding conductor to a live terminal Check with a qualified electrician or service personnel if the grounding instruction are not completely understood or if in doubt as to whether the machine is properly grounded Use only 3 wire extension cords that have 3 prong grounding type plugs and matching 3 conductor receptacles that accept the machine s plug as shown in Fig A NOTE In Canada the use of a temporary adapter is not permitted by the Canadian Electric Code eld In all cases make certain that the receptacle in question is properly grounded If you are not sure have a qualified electrician check the receptacle 2 Grounded cord connected machines intended for uSe on a Supply circuit having a nominal rating between 150 250 volts inclusive It the machine is intended for use on a circuit that has an outlet that looks like the one illustrated
25. n if you are not thoroughly the grain to prevent kickback S ith the operation of this machine Knowledge 16 DO NOT FEED A WORKPIECE that is warped contains knots or is embedded with foreign objects nails 3 FOLLOW ALL WIRING CODES and recommended staples etc Kickback can occur ie SH 17 DO NOT FEED A SHORT THIN OR NARROW WORKPIECE INTO THE MACHINE Your hands can be 4 KEEP KNIVES SHARP and free from rust and pitch drawn into the knives and or the workpiece can be Dull or rusted knives work harder and can cause thrown at high speeds See the Operation section of kickback this instruction manual for details 5 ao ai is gia bo T A ine 18 DO NOT FEED A WORKPIECE into the outfeed end of able of all objects tools scraps of wood etc Flying the machine The workpiece will be thrown out of the debris can cause serious injury opposite side at high speeds 6 NEVER TURN THE MACHINE ON with the work piece j j contacting the cutterhead Kickback can occur 19 REMOVE SHAVINGS ONLY with the power OFF to prevent serious Injury 7 SECURE THE MACHINE TO A SUPPORTING SUR FACE to prevent the machine from sliding walking or 20 PROPERLY SUPPORT LONG OR WIDE WORK PIECES Loss of control of the workpiece can cause serious tipping over injury 8 PROPERLY SECURE THE KNIVES IN THE CUTTER HEAD before turning the power ON Loose blades 21 NEVER PERFORM LAYOUT ASSEMBLY or set up work on the table work area when th
26. on feet for base legs 4 Extension Tables Washer Nut Stand Leg Foot UNPACKING AND CLEANING Carefully unpack the machine and all loose items from the shipping container s Remove the rust preventative oil from Unpainted surfaces using a soft cloth moistened with mineral spirits paint thinner or denatured alcohol A CAUTION Do not use highly volatile solvents such as gasoline naphtha acetone or lacquer thinner for cleaning your machine After cleaning cover the unpainted surfaces with a good quality household floor paste wax PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Capacities Maximum stock width 15 in Maximum stock thickness 6 in Maximum depth of cut 1 8 in Minimum length of stock 7 in Feed Rate 16 20 FPM Cutterhead Speed 5000 RPM Number of Knives 3 Diameter 2 7 8 Cuts Per Minute 15 000 Motor Specifications Type Induction Horsepower 3HP Amps 12 Voltage 220 240 V Phase Single Hertz 60 RPM s 3450 Product Dimensions Footprint Length Width Height Weight Wings 27 5 x 28 44 28 42 1 2 450 Ibs 204 kg 12 x 14 1 2 Shipping Dimensions Carton Type Length Width Height Gross Weight Wooden Crate 27 31 25 1 2 492 Ibs 223 kg ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS Model 40922 Knives 40930 HSS Cutter Tips Model 40255H only 40938 Carbide Cutter Tips Model 40255H only DEFINITION OF TERMS Workpiece The wood or lumber that you are working on Plan
27. own behind the washers Be sure the top lip of the dust collector rests on top of the top cover 3 Attach top amp bottom of dust collector at 6 points X Fig 13 4 Tighten bolts V amp W Fig 12 HOW TO ATTACH THE WINGS TO THE HEAD ASSEMBLY AND TO THE BASE 1 Attach the wings A Fig 16 to base using the Hex head Allen screws B Fig 18 two per side with washers as shown 2 Then use the adjustments screws in the wings C Fig 18 to level Level using a straight edge on the bed and each wing 3 Rear aligned wing shown Fig 19 11 OPERATING CONTROLS AND ADJUSTMENTS HOW TO START AND STOP THE MACHINE 1 The on off switch is located on the front of the planer To turn the machine ON push the START button A Fig 30 2 To turn the machine OFF push the STOP button B Fig 30 ANS item Make sure that the switch is in the OFF position before plugging cord into outlet Do not touch the plug s metal prongs when unplugging or plugging in the cord HOW TO LOCK THE SWITCH IN THE OFF POSITION IMPORTANT When the machine is not in use the switch should be locked in the OFF position to prevent unauthorized use using a padlock B Fig 31 with a 1 8 8 17mm diameter shackle Note Different style switch is shown for clarity A dust chute N Fig 32 is attached to the machine Never use this machine without the dust chute attached You can install a standard 4 diameter flexible dust co
28. rcuit breakers line Motor overloaded Reduce load on motor Machine slows Feed rate too fast Change speed when operating Depth of cut too great Reduce depth of cut Loud repetitious Pulley setscrews or keys are missing or Inspect keys and setscrews Replace or tight if noise coming from loose necessary machine Motor fan is hitting the cover Tighten fan or shim cover V belt is defective Replace V belt Machine is loud Excessive depth of cut Decrease depth of cut when cutting Knives are dull Sharpen knives Overheats or bogs down in the cut Infeed roller marks Depth of cut too shallow Increase depth of cut are left on the workpiece Outfeed roller marks Too much spring tension on feed roller Refer to Feed Roller Pressure section for adjustment are left on right side of workpiece Cannot control Long or heavy board sags as it enters Lift up on unsupported end of board as it enters and snipe and exits exits cutterhead Machine howls on Chip deflector too close to the cutterhead Move chip deflector back 1 8 to 1 4 from the startup cutterhead Table moves down 1 Knives dull while cutting 2 Table locking knobs are loose 1 Replace knives 2 Tighten table locking knobs 21 STEEL CITY TOOL WORKS www steelcitytoolworks com 1 877 SC4 TOOL 1 877 724 8665 NOTES www steelcitytoolworks com steel City Tool Works LLC Bolingbrook IL USA 6044
29. s for which tools and equipment are designed Steel City Tool Works strongly recommends that this product NOT be modified and or used for any application other than for which it was designed If you have any questions relative to its application DO NOT use the product until you have contacted Steel City Tool Works and we have advised you Contact us online at www steelcitytoolworks com or call 877 724 8665 Information regarding the safe and proper operation of this tool is available from the following sources Institute Power Tool 1300 Sumner Avenue Cleveland OH 44115 2851 or online at www powertoolinstitute com e National Safety Council 1121 Spring Lake Drive Itasca IL 60143 3201 e American National Standards Institute 25 West 43rd Street 4floor NewYork NY 10036 www ansi org ANSI 01 1 Safety Requirements for Woodworking Machines U S Department of Labor regulations www osha gov SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY GUIDELINES DEFINITIONS It is important for you to read and understand this manual The information it contains relates to protecting YOUR SAFETY and PREVENTING PROBLEMS The symbols below are used to help you recognize this information indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided
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