WEN 6530 Use and Care Manual
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1. Model 6530 bit ly wenvideo NEED HELP CONTACT US Have product questions Need technical support Please feel free to contact us at oe 800 232 1195 M F 8AM 5PM CST beg techsupport wenproducts com La WENPRODUCTS COM TABLE OF CONTENTS Technical OAc ineera ceed oweenweaeetaneneeaeeees rA 2 Cencral Salei RUGS n64 iottes cereus ranean 3 Specitie Satety Rules For Planer s4 sca0esesedes ees secesax 4 Pl ctrical Milormauol wisdacs46onesaeee been teae cen dseees 5 Kiiow a PinCis60s4604 ou sane s eee eewanas E E eee 1 Assembly and Adjustments ss rea ssaa bs sraa a fi Oper 62 suwae eres seeeeee ess eece eee teuse E 10 IWIAMIMCNANCE 5404 460446G0 ends oadeae etn cue eee ceed we 13 Exploded View and Parts list ssesesssesoesssosesooe 14 BADE Nih EE ge es owe E E E E E EEE 16 TECHNICAL DATA Model Number 0530 Motor 120 V 60 Hz 6A Speed 17 000 RPM Cutting Width 3 1 4 Cutting Depth 1 8 Rabbeting Depth 11 16 Weight 6 0 lbs Contents Planer Dust Bag Parallel Fence Bracket GENERAL SAFETY RULES Safety 1s a combination of common sense staying alert and knowing how your item works SAVE THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING To avoid mistakes and serious injury do not plug in your tool until the following steps have been read and understood 1 READ and become familiar with this entire instruction manual LEARN the tool s applications limitations and possible hazards 2 AVOID DANG2. Handle Depth a Patt Adjustment A gt OA Knob Blade Wrench Adjustable Drive Belt Front Shoe Corer ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS REMOVING OR INSTALLING PLANER BLADES WARNING To avoid injury from accidental startups turn switch OFF and remove the plug from the power source outlet before making any adjustments WARNING These blades cannot and should not be re sharpened WARNING The planer blades are sharp and fragile and must be handled carefully to avoid injury to the user and damage to the blades The planer blades have two cutting edges and may be reversed when one of the cutting edges becomes dull or chipped Do not attempt to sharpen or use resharpened blades of any kind Use only blades designated for use with this model as other blades may not clamp securely in blade holder causing vibration and a decrease in performance ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS REMOVING OR INSTALLING PLANER BLADES CONT 1 Disconnect the planer from the power source 2 Using the wrench supplied loosen all clamping screws 3 Slide out the blade 4 Clean out all chips or foreign mat ter adhering to the blade drum and the blade 5 If one edge is dull reverse the blade If both edges are dull remove the blade and replace it with a new blade 6 Slide the good blade face up into the blade retainer of the blade drum The ridge along the blade should be on the opposite side of the clamping screws 7 Lighten the clamping screw
3. WEN products if the tool 1s used for professional use SELLER S SOLE OBLIGATION AND YOUR EXCLUSIVE REMEDY under this Limited Warranty and to the extent permitted by law any warranty or condition implied by law shall be the repair or replacement of parts without charge which are defective in material or workmanship and which have not been misused care lessly handled or misrepaired by persons other than Seller or Authorized Service Center To make a claim under this Limited Warranty you must return the complete power tool product transportation prepaid to Great Lakes Technologies LLC 1675 Holmes Road Elgin IL 60123 with a copy of the original receipt which is legible and clearly defines Date of Purchase including month and year and Place of Purchase THIS LIMITED WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO ACCESSORY ITEMS SUCH AS CIRCULAR SAW BLADES DRILL BITS ROUTER BITS JIGSAW BLADES SANDING BELTS GRINDING WHEELS AND OTHER RELATED ITEMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES SHALL BE LIMITED IN DURATION TO TWO 2 YEARS FROM DATE OF PURCHASE SOME STATES IN THE U S SOME CANADIAN PROVINCES DO NOT AL LOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS SO THE ABOVE LIMITA TION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU IN NO EVENT SHALL SELLER BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAM AGES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LIABILITY FOR LOSS OF PROFITS ARISING FROM THE SALE OR USE OF THIS PRODUCT SOME STATES IN THE U S AND SOME CANADIAN PROVINCES DO NOT A
4. EROUS CONDITIONS Do not use power tools in wet or damp areas or expose them to rain Keep work areas well lit 3 DO NOT use power tools in the presence of flammable liquids or gases 4 ALWAYS keep your work area clean uncluttered and well ht DO NOT work on floor surfaces that are slippery with sawdust or wax 5 KEEP BYSTANDERS AT A SAFE DISTANCE from the work area especially when the tool 1s operating NEVER allow children or pets near the tool 6 DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL to do a job for which it was not designed 7 DRESS FOR SAFETY Do not wear loose clothing gloves neckties or jewelry rings watches etc when operating the tool Inappropriate clothing and items can get caught in moving parts and draw you in ALWAYS wear non slip footwear and tie back long hair 8 WEAR A FACE MASK OR DUST MASK to fight the dust produced by sawing operations WARNING Dust generated from certain materials can be hazardous to your health Always operate the tool in a well ventilated area and provide for proper dust removal Use dust collection systems whenever possible 9 ALWAYS remove the power cord plug from the electrical outlet when making adjustments changing parts cleaning or working on the tool 10 KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE AND IN WORKING ORDER 11 AVOID ACCIDENTAL START UPS Make sure the power switch 1s in the OFF position before plugging in the power cord 12 REMOVE ADJUSTMENT TOOLS Always make sure all adjustmen
5. For efficient operation empty the dust bag when it 1s no more than half full allowing for better airflow through the bag Alterna tively the dust extraction adaptor can be fitted to the appropriate port to allow a dust extraction system or a suitable vacuum cleaner to be connected to the tool for a cleaner and safer work area NOTICE Shavings may jam in the dust extraction port when cut ting damp wood Never stick your finger into the dust extraction port Clean out the shavings with a stick but only when the cutter has stopped running and the tool has been unplugged from the power source RABBETING DEPTH GAUGE CAUTION Always ensure that the tool is switched off and unplugged from the power supply before adjusting or installing the rabbeting depth gauge Wait until the blades have come to a complete stop before making any adjustments 1 Disconnect the planer from the power source 2 Attach the rabbeting depth gauge to the right hand side of the planer using the depth gauge knob 3 Loosen the knob position the depth gauge to the desired rabbeting depth and then retighten the knob When the depth gauge touches the unplaned section of the workpiece to the right hand side of the tool the rabbeting 1s to the required depth NOTICE The rabbeting depth gauge allows only approximate depth setting If t is necessary to rabbet to a precise depth plane a scrap plece of wood measure the rabbeted depth and adjust the setting as nec
6. G CAUTION Always ensure that the tool is switched OFF and unplugged from the power supply before making adjustments or installing or removing blades Wait until the blades come to a complete stop before adjusting the depth of the cut 1 Disconnect the planer from the power source 2 Rotate the depth adjustment knob clockwise for a deeper cut or coun ter clockwise for a shallower cut The minimum cutting increment is 1 128 0 2 mm Note If it is necessary to accurately determine the depth of cut plane a scrap piece of wood measure the difference in thickness and adjust the settings accordingly AN CAUTION Always ensure that the number on the ring is at the 0 position when the tool is not in use At this position the blade cannot cut the workpiece SWITCHING ON AND OFF AN CAUTION Before plugging the machine into the power supply always check that the trigger switch and trigger lock work properly The tool is equipped with a trigger lock to avoid unintentional start ups To turn the planer on press the trigger lock and then squeeze the trig ger switch To switch off release the trigger switch 10 OPERATION PLANING 1 Check that the workpiece is held in place securely on your work surface Hold the planer firmly with both hands Rest the front shoe flat on the workpiece surface ensuring that the blades do not make contact with the workpiece 2 Switch the tool on and wait for the blades to re
7. LLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CON SEQUENTIAL DAMAGES SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU THIS LIMITED WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE IN THE U S PROVINCE TO PROVINCE IN CANADA AND FROM COUNTRY TO COUNTRY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY APPLIES ONLY TO PORTABLE ELECTRIC TOOLS BENCH POW ER TOOLS OUTDOOR POWER EQUIPMENT AND PNEUMATIC TOOLS SOLD WITHIN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA CANADA AND THE COMMONWEALTH OF PUERTO RICO FOR WARRANTY COVERAGE WITHIN OTHER COUNTRIES CONTACT THE WEN CUSTOMER SUP PORT LINE
8. ach full speed 3 Move the tool gently forward applying pressure on the front of the tool at the beginning of planing and at the rear of the tool toward the end of the planing stroke 4 Push the planer beyond the edge of the workpiece without tilting 1t downwards NOTICE Planing is easier if you incline the workpiece slightly away from you so that you plane downhill The rate of planing and the depth of the cut determine the quality of the finish For rough cutting you can increase the depth of cut To achieve a good finish you will need to reduce the depth of the cut while advancing the tool more slowly NOTICE Moving the machine too fast may cause a poor quality of cut and can damage the blades or the motor Moving the machine too slowly may burn or mar the cut The proper feed rate will depend on the type of material being cut and the depth of the cut Practice first on a scrap piece of material to gauge the correct feed rate and cut ting dimensions CAUTION The motor may stall if improperly used or overloaded Reduce the pressure feed rate or depth of cut to prevent possible damage to the tool if the motor labors CHAMFERING To make a chamfered cut first align the V grooves in the front shoe of the planer with the corner edge of the workpiece 1 Adjust to desired depth of cut 2 Place the V groove on the front adjustable shoe over the edge being beveled Be sure the blades are not touching the w
9. ation SPECIFIC RULES FOR THE PLANER WARNING Do not operate this tool until it is completely assembled and installed according to the instructions 1 Wait for the cutter to stop before setting the tool down An exposed rotating cutter may engage the surface lead ing to possible loss of control and serious injury 2 Hold the power tool by insulated gripping surfaces only in case the cutter contacts its own cord Cutting a live wire may make exposed metal parts of the tool live and could give the operator an electric shock 3 Secure the workpiece to a stable platform using clamps or another practical method Holding the work by hand or against the body leaves it unstable and may lead to a loss of control 4 Secure the material being planed Never hold it in your hand or across your legs Small workpieces must be adequately secured so that the rotating planer blades don t pick them up during the forward motion of the planer Unstable support causes the blades to bind resulting in a loss of control and possible injury 5 Always start the planer before the blade is in contact with the workpiece Let the blade reach full speed before using the tool The planer can vibrate or chatter and possibly kickback if the speed while cutting 1s too slow 6 Check the workpiece for nails If there are nails either remove them or set them well below intended finished surface If the planer blades strike objects like nails t may cau
10. ese are gasoline carbon tetrachloride chlorinated cleaning solvents ammonia and household detergents that contain am monia 13 EXPLODED VIEW AND PARTS LIST EXPLODED VIEW AND PARTS LIST Ite 6530 014 6530 008 Regulative shaft 6530 013 ust Air deflector Driving wheel Ball bearing 6530 022 Ball bearing a a E So 10 il CU ee Ool BE 16 Ta R ME co 21 EE 23 24 Ca 26 O27 28 2 30 3 2 1 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 2 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 Stock 6530 036 530 037 6530 038 530 039 530 040 530 041 530 04 6530 043 530 044 6530 045 530 04 530 04 530 051 530 052 6530 053 530 05 6530 055 530 056 6530 057 530 058 530 059 530 060 530 061 530 062 530 063 6530 064 530 065 6530 066 530 06 530 068 530 069 530 070 NO ON NIN IAT ON ON ON EAN are NI NANIA ITO N 15 16 LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY WEN Products is committed to building tools that are dependable for years Our warranties are consistent with this commitment and our dedication to quality LIMITED WARRANTY OF WEN CONSUMER POWER TOOLS PRODUCTS FOR HOME USE GREAT LAKES TECHNOLOGIES LLC Seller warrants to the original purchaser only that all WEN con sumer power tools will be free from defects in material or workmanship for a period of two 2 years from date of purchase Ninety days for all
11. essary MAINTENANCE SERVICE Preventive maintenance performed by unauthorized personnel may result in misplacing of internal wires and components possibly causing a serious hazard We recommend that all tool service be performed by a WEN Service Center or Authorized WEN Service Station TOOL LUBRICATION Your tool has been properly lubricated and is ready to use It 1s recommended that tools with gears be regreased with a special gear lubricant at every brush change CARBON BRUSHES The brushes in your tool have been engineered for many hours of dependable service To maintain peak efficiency of the motor we recommend examining the brushes every two to s x months Only genuine WEN replacement brushes designed specifically for your tool should be used BEARINGS Bearings that become noisy due to heavy load or abrasive material cutting should be replaced as soon as possible to avoid overheating or motor failure CLEANING Ventilation openings and switch levers must be kept clean and free of foreign matter Do not at tempt to clean these components by inserting pointed objects through openings WARNING To avoid accidents always disconnect the tool from the power supply before cleaning or AN performing any maintenance The tool may be cleaned most effectively with compressed dry air Always wear safety goggles when cleaning tools with compressed air WARNING Certain cleaning agents and solvents damage plastic parts Some of th
12. is for indoor use only Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations Guidelines for using extension cords 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 volt age resulting in loss of power and overheating The table below shows the correct size to be used according to cord length and nameplate ampere rating When in doubt use a heavier cord The smaller the gauge number the heavier the cord AMPERAGE REQUIRED GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS 100 ft 150 ft Make sure your extension cord 1s properly wired and in good condition Always replace a damaged exten sion cord or have it repaired by a qualified person before using it Protect your extension cords from sharp objects excessive heat and damp wet areas Use a separate electrical circuit for your tools This circuit must not be less than a 12 wire and should be protected with a 15 A time delayed fuse Before connecting the motor to the power line make sure the switch 1s in the OFF position and the electric current 1s rated the same as the current stamped on the motor nameplate Running at a lower voltage will damage the motor WARNING This tool must be grounded while in use to protect the operator from electric shock KNOW YOUR PLANER ON OFF Dust Chip Switch Extraction Dust Chip Eao Guide Switch Trigger Port Lock
13. isplaced or pinched and safety guard return springs may be improperly mounted 16 Certain cleaning agents such as gasoline carbon tetrachloride ammonia etc may damage plastic parts ELECTRICAL INFORMATION GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS IN THE EVENT OF A MALFUNCTION OR BREAKDOWN grounding provides the path of least resistance for an electric current and reduces the risk of electric shock This tool is equipped with an electric cord that has an equipment grounding conductor and a grounding plug The plug 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 licensed electrician IMPROPER CONNECTION of the equipment grounding conductor can result in electric shock The conduc tor with the green insulation with or without yellow stripes 1s 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 ELECTRICAL INFORMATION CHECK with a licensed electrician or service personnel if you do not completely understand the grounding instructions or whether the tool 1s properly grounded CAUTION In all cases make certain the outlet in question is properly grounded If you are not sure have a licensed electrician check the outlet WARNING This tool
14. ork Place weight on the depth adjustment knob so that the V groove 1s absolutely flat on the edge to be beveled 3 Grasp the tool firmly with both hands turn the tool on and push the plane forward with steady pressure on the front adjustable shoe OPERATION TOOL PARK REST The park rest swings down to help keep the blade from coming into contact with the work surface when the planer is not in use The tool park rest was designed to swing up and out of the way by it itself when the back of the planer crosses the leading edge of the workpiece TOOL PARK REST PARALLEL FENCE CAUTION Always ensure that the tool is switched off and unplugged from the power supply Wait until the blades have come to a complete standstill before installing or adjusting the parallel fence 1 Disconnect the planer from the power source 2 Use the bracket fixing knob to secure the parallel fence bracket to the left hand side of the planer 3 Slide the parallel fence onto the bracket Position the fence to the desired width A Lock the parallel fence in position with the fence knob and coach bolt 11 OPERATION EXTRACTING SHAVINGS The shavings can be set to flow to either side of the tool to suit the task at hand Set the extraction guide switch to point toward the extraction port that you wish the chips to flow towards If desired attach the dust bag by simply sliding the nozzle onto the appropriate dust extraction port
15. s ensuring that they are tightened evenly 8 Repeat for the second blade making sure that both blades are set to the same cutting level and positioned in the center of the blade drum Otherwise your planed surface will be rough and uneven CAUTION Tighten all clamping screws carefully when attaching the blades to the planer A loose clamping screw can be extremely dangerous Check regularly to see that they are tightened securely NOTICE Always change both blades at the same time Use blades of the same dimensions and weight Otherwise the resulting imbalance can cause vibration and poor planing action while shortening the life of the blade and the tool NOTICE Your planed surface will end up rough and uneven unless the blades are properly and securely set The blades must be mounted so that the cutting edge 1s absolutely level parallel to the surface of the rear shoe ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS BLADE ALIGNMENT To ensure an even cut the blade must be adjusted so that it aligns with the outside edge of the front and rear shoes This alignment can be achieved as follows 1 Place a straight edge or a piece of wood along the outside surface of the front and rear shoes Slide the planer blade to just contact the straight edge or wood 2 Make sure the blade sits correctly in the holder groove of the cutter drum 3 You may then tighten the clamping screws securing the blade and use your planer ADJUSTING THE DEPTH OF CUTTIN
16. se serious personal injury from kickback SPECIFIC RULES FOR THE PLANER 7 Unplug the planer before changing accessories Accidental start ups may occur if the planer 1s plugged in during an accessory change Before plugging the tool back in check that the trigger lock 1s OFF 8 After changing blades rotate the blade cylinder cutter drum to make sure the blades don t hit any part of the blade head housing and that the blade locking screws are tight Loose or misaligned blades have the potential to strike tool housing and damage the tool as well as cause possible injury 9 Always hold the tool firmly with both hands for maximum control 10 Never pull the planer backwards over the workpiece Loss of control may occur 11 Do not put fingers or any objects into the chip ejector Do not clean out chips while the tool is running Contact with the blade drum will cause injury 12 Remove the plug from power source before removing chips The blades are hidden from view and you may be cut if the blade 1s contacted 13 GFCI and personal protection devices such as electrician s rubber gloves and footwear will increase personal safety 14 Keep handles and hands dry clean and free from oil and grease Slippery surfaces cannot safely maintain con trol of the power tool 15 Develop a periodic maintenance schedule for your tool When cleaning a tool be careful not to disassemble any portion of the tool Internal wires may be m
17. t tools are removed from the saw before turning it on 13 NEVER LEAVE A RUNNING TOOL UNATTENDED Turn the power switch to OFF Do not leave the tool until it has come to a complete stop GENERAL SAFETY RULES 14 NEVER STAND ON A TOOL Serious injury could result if the tool tips or 1s accidentally hit DO NOT store anything above or near the tool 15 DO NOT OVERREACH Keep proper footing and balance at all times Wear oil resistant rubber soled foot wear Keep the floor clear of oil scrap and other debris 16 MAINTAIN TOOLS PROPERLY ALWAYS keep tools clean and in good working order Follow instruc tions for lubricating and changing accessories 17 CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS Check for alignment of moving parts jamming breakage improper mounting or any other conditions that may affect the tool s operation Any part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced before use 18 MAKE THE WORKSHOP CHILDPROOF Use padlocks and master switches and ALWAYS remove start er keys 19 DO NOT operate the tool 1f you are under the influence of drugs alcohol or medication that may affect your ability to properly use the tool 20 USE SAFETY GOGGLES AT ALL TIMES that comply with ANSI 2787 1 Normal safety glasses only have impact resistant lenses and are not designed for safety Wear a face or dust mask when working in a dusty environ ment Use ear protection such as plugs or muffs during extended periods of oper
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