RIDGID R4330 User's Manual
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1. NOTE With the dust hood open the sawdust is ejected from the back With the dust hood closed the sawdust is ejected from the adaptor DEPTH ADJUSTMENT HANDWHEEL HEX HEAD TO OPEN DUST HOOD SCREW ARROWS DOOR TM 3 2 HANDWHEEL KNOB D Fig 7 TO CLOSE Fig 8 15 ASSEMBLY LEVELING THE TABLE EXTENSIONS See Figure 9 The infeed and outfeed table extensions are attached to the planer Shipped in a folded upright position the table extensions must be in the down position before planing can begin For accurate planing table extensions must be level with the planer table NOTE For optimum performance always check to make sure the table extensions are level before beginning planing operations E Place a straight edge or level across both the planer table and table extensions E If adjustment is necessary lift table extensions and loosen lock nuts Adjust stop screws one on each side until extension table is level with planer table W Press down on the table extension to ensure the table extension is properly seated W Tighten lock nuts securely when adjustments are complete 16 WV RU Moo V STOP SCREWS lf 27 Vy LOCK NUT TABLE Wes SS STRAIGHT i P ED AU TABLE EXTENSION PLANER TABLE Fig 9 OPERATION A WARNING Do not allow familiarity with tools to make you careless Remember that a careless fraction o2. 26 lUCUua c 27 Parts Orderipg SerVie xu ees ere Rer aaa E a E repetit Lee iate er rere etat In eese ete EaP Ea ENERE Back page INTRODUCTION This tool has many features for making its use more pleasant and enjoyable Safety performance and dependability have been given top priority in the design of this product making it easy to maintain and operate GENERAL SAFETY RULES A WARNING Read and understand all instructions Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock fire and or serious personal injury READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL Read the operator s manual carefully Learn the tool s applications and limitations as well as the specific potential hazards related to this tool GUARD AGAINST ELECTRICAL SHOCK BY PREVENT ING BODY CONTACT WITH GROUNDED SURFACES For example pipes radiators ranges refrigerator enclo sures KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in good working order REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES Form habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from tool before turning it on KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents DO NOT leave tools or pieces of wood on the tool while it is in operation DO NOT USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS Do not use power tools in damp or wet locations or expose to rain Keep the work area well lit KE
3. Ji j P IND I CUT f S N gt OUTFEED TABLE DEPTH GAUGE q ib a EXTENSION l REPEAT A CUT INFEED TABLE 27h EXTENSION THICKNESS SCALE Fig 3 FEATURES KNOW YOUR PLANER See Figure 3 The safe use of this product requires an understanding of the information on the tool and in this operator s manual as well as a knowledge ofthe project you are attempting Before use of this product familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety rules 15 AMP MOTOR The planer has a powerful 15 amp motor with sufficient power to handle tough cutting jobs AUTOMATIC FEED Infeed and outfeed rollers feed the wood through the planer BLADE TOOL STORAGE A magnetic blade tool and 4 mm hex key are located in blade tool storage under the rear table extension For your convenience an extra set of blades can be stored in the blade tool storage DEPTH ADJUSTMENT HANDWHEEL The depth adjustment handwheel is used to raise and lower the cutterhead assembly DUST HOOD Attaching either a 2 1 2 in or 4 in shop vac hose to the dust hood helps minimize sawdust accumulation on the workpiece TOOLS NEEDED IND I CUT DEPTH GAUGE The Ind I Cut depth gauge is located on the front of your planer and measures depth of cuts up to 1 8 in REPEAT A CUT The Repeat A Cut located on the right side of the planer has preset measurements for repetitive planing RESET BUTTON Opens the power line circuit when the motor temper
4. 14 14 12 00 w 16 14 12 10 Used on 12 gauge 20 amp circuit NOTE AWG American Wire Gauge When working with the tool outdoors use an extension cord that is designed for outside use This is indicated by the letters WA on the cord s jacket Before using an extension cord inspect it for loose or exposed wires and cut or worn insulation A WARNING Keep the extension cord clear of the working area Position the cord so that it will not get caught on lumber tools or other obstructions while you are working with a power tool Failure to do so can result in serious personal injury A WARNING Check extension cords before each use If damaged replace immediately Never use tool with a damaged cord since touching the damaged area could cause electrical shock resulting in serious injury ELECTRICAL CONNECTION This tool is powered by a precision built electric motor It should be connected to a power supply that is 120 V 60 Hz AC only normal household current Do not operate this tool on direct current DC A substantial voltage drop will cause a loss of power and the motor will overheat If the tool does not operate when plugged into an outlet double check the power supply SPEED AND WIRING The no load speed ofthis tool is approximately 10 000 RPM This speed is not constant and decreases under a load or with lower voltage For voltage the wiring in a shop is as important as the motor s horsepower r
5. by the manufacturer or by an authorized Service center to avoid risk THIS TOOL should have the following markings a Wear eye protection b Keep hands away from cutterhead c Do not operate saw without guards in place d Do not perform any operation freehand e Never reach around saw blade f Turn off tool and wait for blades to stop before moving workpiece or changing settings g Disconnect power or unplug tool as applicable before changing blades or servicing h No load speed SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Refer to them frequently and use to instruct other users If you loan someone this tool loan them these instructions also crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products and arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber 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 SYMBOLS Some of the following symbols may be used on this tool Please study them and learn their meaning Proper interpreta tion of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION EXPLANATION C E7777 7 NN Wet Conditions Alert Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations To reduce the risk of injury user must read and unde
6. the drive belt Turn the drive belt with your fingers until the cutterhead locks in place E Carefully loosen but do not remove the blade locking Screws W Using the magnetic blade tool remove the blade by placing the blade tool on the blade lifting slightly then pulling the blade straight out E If you are changing to the second side of the blade rotate the blade end for end keeping the same flat side down This correctly positions the blade for reinstallation W Using the magnetic blade tool push the installed blade in firmly Check that the blade edge is parallel to the cutterhead slot W Securely retighten the blade locking screws E To rotate the cutterhead to the next blade hold down on the red cutterhead lock and rotate the cutterhead 120 as shown in figure 21 W Release the cutterhead lock and continue to rotate the cutterhead until it locks in place This correctly positions the blade for removal W Repeat the above steps for each blade W Replace the dust hood CUTTERHEAD LOCK INI DRIVE BELT E TO I TIGHTEN Yo jM iM fess r n BLADE LOCKING SCREWS MAGNETIC BLADE TOOL 25 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Snipe depressions at ends of workpiece Torn grain Fuzzy rough grain Uneven depth of cut Board thickness does not match depth scale indicator Cutterhead height difficult to adjust Will not start Interrupted op
7. the voltage and frequency specified on the motor normal loads will be handled safely on voltage no more than ten percent above or below that figure Heavy loads however require that voltage at motor terminals equal the voltage specified on the motor NOTE Always check the connections the load and the supply circuit whenever the motor fails to perform satis factorily OVERLOAD PROTECTOR RESET BUTTON MOTOR OVERLOAD PROTECTOR See Figure 2 A WARNING To reduce the risk of serious personal injury from thrown objects or blade contact from unexpected starting immediately turn off the tool if the protector stops the motor Remove the switch key and allow the motor time to cool This planer is equipped with a overload protector device which will automatically trip and cause the planer to shut down if the motor is overheating due to continuous heavy cutting The planer overload protector can only be reset manually by the user after the planer has been allowed to adequately cool Allow 15 30 minutes Should the overload protector trip B Turn switch OFF O E Raise carriage and remove board E After 15 30 minutes reset the overload protector by pushing the red reset button on the front of the tool An audible click will indicate the overload protector is reset Once the button is reset the tool may be started and operated as normal NOTE If the red button won tclick into place immediately the motor is sti
8. to the Maintenance section of this operator s manual for instructions on how to remove and replace or turn the cutter blades NOTE Cutter blades are double edged and can be turned once to the opposite unused edge before replacement is required Cutter blades must ALWAYS be replaced as a set OPERATION AVOIDING SNIPE Snipes or depressions made at either end of a workpiece by cutter blades can occur when the board is not properly supported Although snipe may be barely noticeable it is important to keep the workpiece parallel and flat with the planer table to minimize snipe Butting workpieces end to end as they are fed through the planer will minimize the problem especially for shorter pieces because it provides a more stable feed For workpieces longer than 48 in greater care must be taken to reduce the problem because the additional length means more of the total weight is unsupported by the planer table and rollers causing the shifting weight to work against keeping the stock flat To remove snipe from a finished workpiece cut off the end of the workpiece where snipe is noticeable WARPED WOOD Little or no warpage is the ideal condition for planing a workpiece Simply turn the workpiece over and plane it to the desired thickness Otherwise plane the top first turn the workpiece and plane the bottom For a board that is cupped or bowed across its width the best method is to rip the board lengthwise down the m
9. workpiece Riving Knife Spreader Splitter table saws A metal piece slightly thinner than the blade which helps keep the kerf open and also helps to prevent kickback Saw Blade Path The area over under behind or in front of the blade As it applies to the workpiece that area which will be or has been cut by the blade Set The distance that the tip of the saw blade tooth is bent or set outward from the face of the blade Snipe planers Depression made at either end of a workpiece by cutter blades when the workpiece is not properly supported Through Sawing Any cutting operation where the blade extends completely through the thickness of the workpiece Throw Back The throwing back of a workpiece usually caused by the workpiece being dropped into the blade or being placed inadvertently in contact with the blade Workpiece or Material The item on which the operation is being done Worktable Surface where the workpiece rests while performing a cutting drilling planing or sanding operation FEATURES PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Feed Hate emer fna a 26 FPM Max Planing belght ciet teretes 6 in Input nas 120 V 60 Hz AC Only 15 Amp Max Planing VAI TET 13 in No Load Speed siene 10 000 r min RPM Max Planing Depth eene 1 8 in BLADE TOOL STORAGE RESET 7 BUTTON S DEPTH ADJUSTMENT HANDWHEEL SWITCH ASSEMBLY lS E Y AND SWITCH KEY SSSA 7 aS 1 RTA y
10. ATIONS OR PROM ISES AS TO THE QUALITY OR PERFORMANCE OF ITS POWER TOOLS OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFICALLY STATED IN THIS WARRANTY ADDITIONAL LIMITATIONS Tothe extent permitted by applicable law all implied warran ties including warranties of MERCHANTABILITY or FITNESS FORA PARTICULAR PURPOSE are disclaimed Any implied warranties including warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose that cannot be disclaimed under state law are limited to three years from the date of purchase One World Technologies Inc and RIDGIDe Inc are not responsible for direct indirect incidental or consequential damages Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitations may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state One World Technologies Inc P O Box 35 Hwy 8 Pickens SC 29671 983000 555 9 25 07 REV 01 OPERATOR S MANUAL 13 in THICKNESS PLANER R4330 CUSTOMER SERVICE INFORMATION For parts or service contact your nearest RIDGID authorized service center Be sure to provide all relevant information when you call or visit For the location of the authorized service center nearest you please call 1 866 539 1710 or visit us online at www ridgid com The model number of this tool is found on a
11. EP CHILDREN AND VISITORS AWAY All visi tors should wear safety glasses and be kept a safe distance from work area Do not let visitors contact tool or extension cord while operating MAKE WORKSHOP CHILDPROOF with padlocks and master switches or by removing starter keys DON T FORCE TOOL It will do the job better and safer at the feed rate for which it was designed USE RIGHT TOOL Don t force the tool or attachment to do ajob it was not designed for Don t use it for a purpose not intended USE THE PROPER EXTENSION CORD Make sure your extension cord isin good condition Use only a cord heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage result ing in loss of power and overheating A wire gauge size A W G of at least 12 is recommended for an extension cord 50 feet or less in length If in doubt use the next heavier gauge The smaller the gauge number the heavier the cord DRESS PROPERLY Do not wear loose clothing gloves neckties or jewelry They can get caught and draw you into moving parts Rubber gloves and nonskid footwear are recommended when working outdoors Also wear protective hair covering to contain long hair ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES WITH SIDE SHIELDS Everyday eyeglasses have only impact resistant lenses they are NOT safety glasses SECURE WORK Use clamps or a vise to hold work when practical It s safer than using your hand and frees bo
12. OPERATOR S MANUAL 13 in THICKNESS PLANER R4330 A Your new planer has been engineered and manufactured to our high standards for dependability ease of operation and operator safety When properly cared for it will give you years of rugged trouble free performance A WARNING To reduce the risk of injury the user must read and understand the operator s manual before using this product Thank you for buying a RIDGIDe product SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE TABLE OF CONTENTS VEO CUIC TOM es gee E Eq 2 General safety RUCE Rm 3 4 Specific Satety RUGS x s 6e5s eae ee lead Meets Cede E EEA eats Ave elie teed et aes ae ee 4 5 e c 6 7 ElectriGal Eee torret a I Pi EE MEUM exerum Eee EIE 8 9 GIOSSANY NIIT M 10 Ee E T A E E ET TTT 11 12 Tools Needed E R E E E LI UELLE OI ILE IE 12 LOOSE PAIS aire aa e IUE MM MIL I EMI E LT LIE 13 Die cect fades eh tayreteed E cxnextheceedck tee gested feveset ced ye bs wetewe Sees stceevon a leces beutencevsveecuceeveeAsace eesevibices 14 16 ier rco 17 20 Ad Usttmielts 5 eter oeste ctetur UR OUI tix Dee uid a tea Se eE Ue MR DR eU ce PD esee E edu Ee on cec bod 21 22 Maintenance ee a 23 25 TROUBIESMO OUTING P M
13. R LUNGS Wear a face or dust mask if the cutting operation is dusty PROTECT YOUR HEARING Wear hearing protection during extended periods of operation DO NOT ABUSE CORD Never yank cord to disconnect from receptacle Keep cord from heat oil and sharp edges USE OUTDOOR EXTENSION CORDS When tool is used outdoors use only extension cords with approved ground connection that are intended for use outdoors and so marked NEVER USE IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE Normal sparking of the motor could ignite fumes GENERAL SAFETY RULES INSPECT TOOL CORDS PERIODICALLY If dam aged have repaired by a qualified service technician at an authorized service facility The conductor with insulation use brake fluids gasoline petroleum based products or any solvents to clean tool B STAY ALERT AND EXERCISE CONTROL Watch what having an outer surfacethat Is green with or without yellow you are doing and use common sense Do not operate n is the Kun dii Cani e If repair tool when you are tired Do not rush or replacement of the electric cord or p ug is necessary m DO NOT USE TOOL IF SWITCH DOES NOT TURN IT do not connect the equipment grounding conductor to a ON AND OFF Have defective switches replaced b live terminal Repair or replace a damaged or worn cord pense UT IN R authorized service center immediately Stay constantly aware of cord location and keep it well away from the rotating blade m NEVER TOUCH BLADE or other moving par
14. anual ing use only identical replacement parts If you do not understand the warnings and instructions in the operator s manual do not use this product Call RIDGIDe customer service for assistance A WARNING The operation of any power tool can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes which can result in severe eye damage Before beginning power tool operation always wear safety goggles or safety Er glasses with side shields and when needed a full face shield We recommend Wide Vision Safety Mask for use over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with side shields Always use eye protection which is marked to comply with ANSI Z87 1 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS ELECTRICAL EXTENSION CORDS Use only 3 wire extension cords that have 3 prong ground ing plugs and 3 pole receptacles that accept the tool s plug When using a power tool at a considerable distance from the power source use an extension cord heavy enough to carry the current that the tool will draw An undersized extension cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in a loss of power and causing the motor to overheat Use the chart provided below to determine the minimum wire size required in an extension cord Only round jacketed cords listed by Underwriter s Laboratories UL should be used Ampere rating on tool faceplate 0 2 0 2 1 3 4 3 5 5 0 5 1 7 0 7 1 12 0 12 1 16 0 Cord Length Wire Size A W G 25 16 16 16 16 14 14 80 16 16 16
15. ating A line intended only for lights cannot properly carry a power tool motor Wire that is heavy enough for a short distance will be too light for a greater distance A line that can support one power tool may not be able to support two or three tools GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS 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 tool is equipped with an electric cord having 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 qualified electrician Improper connection ofthe equipment grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock The conductor with insulation having an outer surface that is green with or with out yellow stripes is the equipment grounding conductor If repair or replacement of the electric cord or plug is neces sary do not connect the equipment grounding conductor to a live terminal Check with a qualified electrician or service personnel if the grounding instructions are not completely understood or if in doubt as to whether the tool is properly grounded Repair or replace a damaged or worn cord immediately This tool is intended for use on a circuit that has an outlet l
16. ature exceeds a safe level when the motor is overloaded or when a lower voltage condition exists SCALE Quickly check the thickness of a workpiece SWITCH ASSEMBLY AND SWITCH KEY The planer has an easy access switch To lock in the OFF position remove the switch key Place the key in a location inaccessible to children and others not qualified to use the tool TABLE EXTENSIONS Infeed and outfeed table extensions are attached to the machine and fold upright for easy storage These table ex tensions are helpful when planing long workpieces THICKNESS SCALE The thickness scale accurately displays the height of the cutter blades to a maximum of 6 in The following tools not included are needed for assembly and alignment FRAMING SQUARE 12 Fig 4 LOOSE PARTS The following items are included with the tool W Blade tool storage B Dust hood W Switch key B Dust hood knobs 2 W Hex key 4 mm B Handwheel knob W Magnetic blade tool B Operator s manual W Hex head screw 2 W Depth adjustment handwheel DUST HOOD KNOBS DUST HOOD SWITCH KEY HEX KEY MAGNETIC BLADE TOOL DEPTH ADJUSTMENT HANDWHEEL HANDWHEEL KNOB BLADE TOOL STORAGE Fig 5 A WARNING The use of attachments or accessories not listed might be hazardous and could cause serious personal injury 13 ASSEMBLY UNPACKING This product requires assembly NOTE Every RIDGIDe Thickness Planer is tested at
17. ave service performed by an authorized service center Push reset button Reduce load Operate on circuit separate from other appliances or motors or con nect to circuit with adequate amp rating WARRANTY RIDGIDe HAND HELD AND STATIONARY POWER TOOL 3 YEAR LIMITED SERVICE WARRANTY Proof of purchase must be presented when requesting warranty service Limited to RIDGIDe hand held and stationary power tools purchased 2 1 04 and after This product is manufactured by One World Technologies Inc The trademark is licensed from RIDGIDe Inc All warranty communications should be directed to One World Technologies Inc attn RIDGIDe Hand Held and Stationary Power Tool Technical Service at toll free 1 866 539 1710 90 DAY SATISFACTION GUARANTEE POLICY During the first 90 days after the date of purchase if you are dissatisfied with the performance of this RIDGIDe Hand Held and Stationary Power Tool for any reason you may return the tool to the dealer from which it was purchased for a full refund or exchange To receive a replacement tool you must present proof of purchase and return all original equipment packaged with the original product The replacement tool will be covered by the limited warranty for the balance of the 3 YEAR service warranty period WHAT IS COVERED UNDER THE 3 YEAR LIMITED SERVICE WARRANTY This warranty on RIDGIDe Hand Held and Stationary Power Tools covers all defects in workmanship or materials an
18. ckness planers work best if at least one side of the workpiece has a flat surface When both sides of a workpiece are rough use a surface planer or jointer first to define the initial flat surface Plane one side of the workpiece then flip the workpiece and plane the surface of the reverse side Always plane both sides of a workpiece to reach the desired thickness This will leave the workpiece with uniform moisture to prevent warp during the drying process When one end of the workpiece is thicker than the opposite end by more than 1 8 in make several cuts with the planer starting with light planing cuts first Remember light cuts create a finer finish than heavier cuts Do not plane a workpiece less than 5 16 in thick Do not plane a workpiece less than 3 4 in wide Do not plane workpiece shorter than 14 in long as this will cause kickback Do not plane more than one workpiece at a time Do not lower the cutterhead assembly lower than 5 16 in Do not continuously use the planer set at the maximum depth of cut 1 8 in and at full width of cut 13 in Continuous use at maximum cutting capacity will damage the motor Worn cutter blades will affect cutting accuracy Planing with dull or nicked cutter blades may produce ridges or rough workpiece surfaces Gum and pitch on the cutter blades will cause them to wear prematurely Using a gum and pitch remover to keep your cutter blades clean will prolong their wear Refer
19. cleaning plastic parts Most plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use Use clean cloths to remove dirt carbon dust etc A WARNING Do not at any time let brake fluids gasoline petroleum based products penetrating oils etc come in contact with plastic parts They contain chemicals that can damage weaken or destroy plastic LUBRICATION All of the bearings in this tool are lubricated with a sufficient amount of high grade lubricant for the life of the unit under normal operating conditions Therefore no further lubrica tion is required A WARNING To ensure safety and reliability all repairs should be performed by a qualified service technician at an authorized service center to avoid risk of personal injury MOTOR ELECTRICAL The universal motor is easy to maintain but must be kept clean Do not allow water oil or sawdust to accumulate on or in it The sealed bearings are permanently lubricated and need no further attention 23 CLEANING Sawdust buildup and other debris can cause the tool to plane inaccurately Periodic cleaning and waxing is needed for accurate precision planing Do not allow sawdust to accumulate on the planer Clean the dust hood after each use A DANGER Rotating blades under dust hood In order to avoid personal injury keep fingers away Moving parts should be cleaned regularly with penetrating oil and lubricated
20. connect to power supply until assembly is complete Failure to comply could result in accidental starting and possible serious personal injury MOUNTING THE PLANER TO WORKBENCH If your planer is to be used in a permanent location it is recommended you secure it to a workbench or other stable surface When mounting the planer to a workbench holes should be drilled through the supporting surface of the workbench 14 Mark holes on workbench where planer is to be mounted using holes in planer base as a template for hole pattern Drill four holes through workbench Place planer on workbench aligning holes in the planer base with holes drilled in the workbench Insert four bolts not included and tighten securely with lock washers and hex nuts not included NOTE All bolts should be inserted from the top Install the lock washers and hex nuts from the underside of the workbench Supporting surface where planer is mounted should be examined carefully after mounting to insure that no move ment during use can result If any tipping or walking is noted secure workbench or support surface before beginning planing operation CLAMPING PLANER TO WORKBENCH See Figure 6 Ifthe planer is to be used as a portable tool itis recommended you fasten it permanently to a mounting board that can eas ily be clamped to a workbench or other stable surface The mounting board should be of sufficient size to avoid tipping while planer is in u
21. d nor mal wear items such as brushes chucks motors switches cords gears and even cordless batteries in this RIDGIDe tool for three years following the purchase date of the tool Warranties for other RIDGIDe products may vary HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE To obtain service for this RIDGIDe tool you must return it freight prepaid or take it in to an authorized service center for RIDGIDe branded hand held and stationary power tools You may obtain the location of the authorized service center nearest you by calling toll free 1 866 539 1710 or by log ging on to the RIDGIDe website at www ridgid com When requesting warranty service you must present the original dated sales receipt The authorized service center will repair any faulty workmanship and either repair or replace any part covered under the warranty at our option at no charge to you 27 WHAT IS NOT COVERED This warranty applies only to the original purchaser at retail and may not be transferred This warranty only covers defects arising under normal usage and does not cover any malfunction failure or defect resulting from misuse abuse neglect alteration modification or repair by other than an authorized service center for RIDGIDe branded hand held and stationary power tools Consumable accessories provided with the tool such as but not limited to blades bits and sand paper are not covered RIDGIDe INC AND ONE WORLD TECHNOLOGIES INC MAKENO WARRANTIES REPRESENT
22. de to the fence Kerf The material removed by the blade in a through cut or the slot produced by the blade in a non through or partial cut Kickback A hazard that can occur when the blade binds or stalls throwing the workpiece back toward operator Leading End The end of the workpiece pushed into the tool first Miter Cut A cutting operation made with the workpiece at any angle to the blade other than 90 10 Non Through Cuts Any cutting operation where the blade does not extend completely through the thickness of the workpiece Push Blocks for jointer planers Device used to feed the workpiece over the jointer planer cutterhead during any operation This aid helps keep the operator s hands well away from the cutterhead Push Blocks and Push Sticks for table saws Devices used to feed the workpiece through the saw blade during cutting operations A push stick not a push block should be used for narrow ripping operations These aids help keep the operator s hands well away from the blade Pilot Hole drill presses A small hole drilled in a workpiece that serves as a guide for drilling large holes accurately Resaw A cutting operation to reduce the thickness of the workpiece to make thinner pieces Resin A sticky sap based substance that has hardened Revolutions Per Minute RPM The number of turns completed by a spinning object in one minute Ripping or Rip Cut A cutting operation along the length of the
23. e 17 Plane a scrap piece of wood and measure the depth of the finished piece If an adjustment is needed Unplug the planer Pull the replane indicator straight out to remove Using the hex key provided remove the hex head screw from the depth adjustment handwheel Remove the handwheel Remove the screws on the top and right side panel of the planer Carefully lift and pull the side panel cover off Lower the cutterhead assembly until it stops against the stop screw Using an accurate ruler or a scrap piece of wood check the measurement against the replane indicator setting If adjustment is necessary use a wrench to loosen the lock nut and adjust the stop screw to the correct height Once the adjustment is made retighten the lock nut and stop screw securely Replace the top and side panel and secure using the set screw Replace the handwheel and hex head screw Replace the replane indicator 22 LOCK NUT LL TT AN T4 7 Aian REPLANE INDICATOR AS TEN SA TY TIN T I D SS STOP SCREW Fig 17 MAINTENANCE A WARNING When servicing use only identical replacement parts Use of any other part may create a hazard or cause product damage A WARNING Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields during power tool operation or when blowing dust If operation is dusty also wear a dust mask GENERAL MAINTENANCE Avoid using solvents when
24. e switch key when the tool is not in use and keep it in a safe place In the event of a power failure turn the switch OFF O and remove the key This action will prevent the tool from accidentally starting when power returns A WARNING Always make sure the workpiece is not in contact with the blade before operating the switch to start the tool Failure to heed this warning may cause the workpiece to be kicked back toward the operator and result in serious personal injury SWITCH KEY OPERATION ADJUSTING THE PLANING DEPTH See Figure 11 The depth adjustment handwheel is used to set the amount of wood being removed in a planing pass Never make a planing cut deeper than 1 8 in for material up to 6 in wide or 1 16 in for material between 6 in and 13 in wide NOTE Do not continuously use the planer at the maximum depth of cut 1 8 in as it will damage the motor Rotate the depth adjustment handwheel to position the cutterhead at the desired planing depth Each full revolution of the handle will raise or lower the cutterhead 1 16 in DEPTH GAUGE See Figure 12 The depth gauge indicates the amount of wood being removed in a planing pass The workpiece must be positioned under the depth gauge on the front of the planer Never make a planing cut deeper than W 1 8 in for material up to 6 in wide W 1 16 in for material 6 in 13 in wide Do not continuously use the planer at the maximum depth of cut 1 8 in a
25. eration Dull cutter blades Incorrect butted stock Unit not securely mounted Too deep a blade setting Workpiece being fed against grain Dull cutter blades High wood moisture content Dull cutter blades Too deep a blade setting Incorrect feeding speed Cutterhead assembly not level with planer surface Unstable roller spring pressure Feed roller worn unevenly Depth scale incorrectly set Dirty planing table Dirty spindle Worn chain Not plugged in Blown circuit Motor failure Loose wire ON OFF switch malfunction Motor is overloaded Unit overloaded Circuit overloaded 26 Replace or turn cutter blades Butt pieces end to end as they are fed into planer Tighten lag bolts Reduce depth of cut Feed other end of board first Replace or turn cutter blades Dry wood before planing Replace or turn cutter blades Reduce depth of cut Check for adequate power supply Check cord and plug for damage Check condition of motor brushes Adjust elevation nuts Have service performed by an authorized service center Have service performed by an authorized service center Adjust depth scale Clean and wax planing table Clean and lubricate spindle Have service performed by an authorized service center Check power source Replace fuse reset breaker or call electrician Have service performed by an authorized service center Have service performed by an authorized service center H
26. f a second is sufficient to inflict serious injury WARNING Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operating power tools Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into your eyes resulting in possible seri ous injury WARNING Do not use any attachments or accessories not recommended by the manufacturer of this tool The use of attachments or accessories not recommended can result in serious personal injury WARNING The use of this planer on materials not listed may damage the planer and may cause serious personal injury WARNING Never plane workpiece with loose knots or foreign objects Do not plane workpieces that are severely bowed twisted or knotted Cutter blades can dull chip or break causing possible serious personal injury A WARNING Do not force feed the workpiece through the machine Let the planer apply the proper feed rate APPLICATIONS You may use this tool for the purpose listed below E Planing the surface of a piece of lumber 17 THICKNESS PLANING Thickness planing sizes workpiece to desired thickness while creating a smooth level surface Thickness of each cut will depend on type of wood hardwood versus softwood width of workpiece straightness dryness and grain composition Whenever working with a new type of wood make thin test cuts on a scrap piece of wood first to determine potential problems with the workpiece PLANING TIPS Thi
27. iddle and plane the pieces separately This method eliminates much of the waste in planing cupped or bowed workpieces The only way to remove the bow from a workpiece that is cupped or bowed down its length is to use a jointer Avoid using severely warped wood as it can jam the planer If it must be used rip it in half before planing to help mini mize the possibility of jamming If jamming does occur turn the switch off and unplug the planer immediately Raise the cutterhead assembly high enough to remove the workpiece easily Carefully check to make sure no damage to the tool has occurred before making the next planing pass Always feed the workpiece in the direction of the grain This allows the cutter blades to sever the wood fibers instead of tearing them Feeding against the grain can also cause the cutter blades to chip the workpiece POWER SWITCH See Figure 10 The planer is equipped with a power switch that has a built in locking feature This feature is intended to prevent unauthor ized and possible hazardous use by children and others TO TURN THE PLANER ON B With the switch key inserted into the switch lift the switch to turn ON I TO TURN THE PLANER OFF B With the switch key inserted into the switch push the switch down to turn OFF O TO LOCK THE PLANER B Place the switch in the OFF O position B Remove the switch key from the switch and store in a secure location A WARNING Always remove th
28. ike the one shown in figure 1 It also has a grounding pin like the one shown GROUNDING PIN 120 V GROUNDED OUTLET Fig 1 ELECTRICAL MOTOR SAFETY PROTECTION This motor should be blown out or vacuumed frequently to prevent sawdust buildup which can interfere with normal motor ventilation W Connect this tool to a power source with the appropriate voltage for your model and a 15 amp branch circuit with a 15 amp time delay fuse or circuit breaker Using the wrong size fuse can damage the motor W f the motor won t start turn off the power switch immediately and unplug the tool Check the cutterhead to make sure it turns freely If the head is free try to start the motor again If the motor still does not start refer to the Troubleshooting section Frequent blowing of fuses or tripping of circuit breakers may result if B improper or dull blades are used NOTE Do not continuously use the thickness planer set at maximum depth of cut 1 8 in and at full 13 in width of cut Continuous use at maximum cutting capacity will damage your motor E Motoris overloaded Overloading can occur if a workpiece is fed too rapidly or if the tool is misaligned W Motor circuit is fused differently from recommendations Always follow instructions for the proper fuse breaker Do not use a fuse breaker of greater capacity without consulting a qualified electrician W Low voltage Although the motor is designed for operation on
29. ll too hot and must be allowed to cool B f motor has cooled button will remain in GLOSSARY OF TERMS Anti Kickback Pawls radial arm and table saws A device which when properly installed and maintained is designed to stop the workpiece from being kicked back toward the front of the saw during a ripping operation Arbor The shaft on which a blade or cutting tool is mounted Bevel Cut A cutting operation made with the blade at any angle other than 90 to the table surface Chamfer A cut removing a wedge from a block so the end or part of the end is angled rather than at 90 Compound Cut A cross cut made with both a miter and a bevel angle Cross Cut A cutting or shaping operation made across the grain or the width of the workpiece Cutterhead planers and jointer planers A rotating cutterhead with adjustable blades or knives The blades or knives remove material from the workpiece Dado Cut A non through cut which produces a square sided notch or trough in the workpiece requires a special blade Featherboard A device used to help control the workpiece by guiding it securely against the table or fence during any ripping operation FPM or SPM Feet per minute or strokes per minute used in reference to blade movement Freehand Performing a cut without the workpiece being guided by a fence miter gauge or other aids Gum A sticky sap based residue from wood products Heel Alignment of the bla
30. nd cutterhead guard SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES NEVER PUT YOUR FINGERS into the dust hood or under the cutter guard ALLOW THE CUTTERHEAD to reach full speed before using the planer REPLACEMENT PARTS All repairs whether electrical or mechanical should be made at your nearest authorized service center DO NOT attempt to turn cutterhead with hands IF ANY PART OF THIS TOOL IS MISSING or should break bend or fail in any way or should any electrical component fail to perform properly shut off the power switch remove the plug from the power source and have damaged missing or failed parts replaced before resuming operation ALWAYS STAY ALERT Do not allow familiarity gained from frequent use of your planer to cause a careless mistake ALWAYS REMEMBER that a careless fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict serious injury MAKE SURE THEWORK AREAHAS AMPLE LIGHTING to seethe work and that no obstructions will interfere with safe operation BEFORE performing any work using your planer A WARNING Some dust created by power sanding sawing grinding drilling and other construction activities contains chemi cals known to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Some examples of these chemicals are e lead from lead based paints B ALWAYS TURN OFF TOOL before disconnecting it to avoid accidental starting when reconnecting to power supply IF THE POWER SUPPLY CORD IS DAMAGED it must be replaced only
31. o take the board W Release the board to allow the automatic feed to function properly Do not push or pull on the workpiece W Move to one side at the rear of the planer and receive the planed lumber by grasping it in the same manner as it was fed Do not grasp any portion of the board which has not gone past the outfeed area of the table REPLANING USING REPEAT A CUT See Figure 14 The planer has a replane feature using preset markers for repetitive planing The Repeat A Cut allows you to plane material at a set measurement The maximum depth of the replane indicator is 1 3 4 in W Raise cutterhead assembly to a height greater than 1 3 4 in Move the replane indicator to the desired height Lower the cutterhead assembly until it stops Stand to one side of the planer infeed area Turn switch ON I Plane the workpiece see Depth Gauge on page 19 for maximum depth of cut Repeat above steps until desired planing depth Fig 13 CUTTERHEAD ASSEMBLY NW Ww REPLANE INDICATOR Fig 14 20 ADJUSTMENTS A WARNING Before performing any adjustment make sure the tool is unplugged from the power supply and the switch is in the OFF position Failure to heed this warning could result in serious personal injury THICKNESS SCALE ADJUSTMENT See Figure 15 Located on the right front of the planer the thickness scale shows the depth of the finished workpiece Inaccurate cuts can be p
32. or dust hood removed holding screws are tight B NEVER MAKE A PLANING CUT deeper than 1 8 in B STOP THE MACHINE and recheck the hex head bolts B DO NOT PLANE MATERIAL shorter than 14 in or and blades for tightness after about 50 hours of opera narrower than 3 4 in tion M MAINTAIN THE PROPER RELATIONSHIP betweenthe 8 DO NOT FORCE FEED THE WORKPIECE through the infeed and outfeed surfaces and the cutterhead blade machine Let the planer apply the proper feed rate path B CHECK THE FEED ROLLERS occasionally to be sure SUPPORT THE WORKPIECE ADEQUATELY at all there are no chips or sawdust between any compo times during operation maintain control of the work at nents all times B PLANE ONLY SOUND LUMBER there should be no m NEVER FEED THE WORK from the rear of the planer loose knots and as few tight knots as possible Make sure the workpiece is free from nails screws stones or other E DO NOT ATTEMPT TO PERFORM an abnormal er litle foreign objects that could break or chip the blades used operation without the use of sturdy and adequate jigs fixtures stops and the like B NEVERSTAND DIRECTLY IN LINE with eitherthe infeed B NEVER plane more than one piece at a time DO NOT OF OUHB EO Sides stando Toone side B MAKESURE THE BLADES ARE ATTACHED as described PLANE more than one workpiece on the planer table at a time in the operation section The blades are sharp and can easily cut your hand Use caution in handling the blades a
33. oved for easier access when removing the rear brush cap W Unplug planer and remove the switch key W Using a flat head screwdriver unscrew the brush cap The brush assembly is spring loaded and will pop out when you remove the cap B Remove the brush assembly brush and spring and inspect for wear If less than 1 4 in of carbon remains on brush replace both brush assemblies Never replace one side without replacing the other W Install new brush assembly if required or reinstall old brush assembly W Replace cap and tighten to secure Fig 20 24 MAINTENANCE BLADE REPLACEMENT See Figures 21 23 The planer is equipped with replaceable disposable double edged cutter blades attached to a rotating cutterhead Worn cutter blades will affect cutting accuracy and may produce ridges on the workpiece W Unplug the planer W Lower the cutterhead assembly W From the back of the planer remove the two dust hood knobs holding the dust hood in place E Remove the dust hood NOTE The cutterhead lock will engage when the head is rotated Do not operate thickness planer without the dust hood in place or the planer will be damaged W f necessary rotate the cutterhead until it locks NOTE Rotating the cutterhead is accomplished from beneath the cutterhead assembly Using the planer table as a mirror touch the threaded spindle where it attaches to the planer table Carefully move your fingers up until you touch
34. plate attached to the motor housing Please record the serial number in the space provided below When ordering repair parts always give the following information Model No R4330 Serial No
35. revented by routinely checking the alignment of the thickness scale B Table extensions must be level with planer table W Plane a scrap piece of wood then measure the depth of the finished piece E f properly adjusted the depth of the finished piece should be the same as indicated on the thickness scale E f out of adjustment loosen the scale indicator screws holding the scale indicator and adjust the thickness indicator to the correct setting E Retighten screws securely BLADE ADJUSTMENT See Figure 16 Tiny nicks may appear on the blades as a result of picking up sand or other particles on a workpiece and then run ning the workpiece through the planer Slight adjustments can be made to one or both blades to offset such planing imperfections E Unplug the planer B Lower the cutterhead assembly W Remove the dust hood knobs holding the dust hood in place remove hood and set aside A WARNING To avoid injury NEVER rotate the cutterhead by hand W Using the hex key loosen the blade locking screws that secure the blade in the cutterhead W Push the notched end of the cutter blade on either the left or right side to shift the blade as desired The blade can be shifted up to 3 64 in E Retighten the blade locking screws securely W Replace the dust hood and reinstall dust hood knobs to Secure 21 THICKNESS SCALE SCALE INDICATOR SCREWS SCALE INDICATOR ADJUSTMENTS REPEAT A CUT See Figur
36. rstand Read The Operator s Manual operator s manual before using this product Always wear safety goggles safety glasses with side shields or a full face shield when operating this product Se Safety Alert Precautions that involve your safety Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will result in serious personal injury To reduce the risk of injury or damage avoid contact with any Hot Surface hot surface Eye Protection No Hands Symbol SYMBOLS The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING T DANGER 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 A WARNING A CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury Without Safety Alert Symbol Indicates a situation that may result in CAUTION property damage SERVICE Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge and should A WARNING be performed only by a qualified service technician For To avoid serious personal injury do not attempt service we suggest you return the product to your nearest to use this product until you read thoroughly and AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER for repair When servic understand completely the operator s m
37. s it will damage the motor PLANING See Figure 13 Use scrap wood for your first planing attempt Once you have planed the wood check all measurements for accuracy If measurements are not exact see Adjustment section for further instruction Before each use of the planer check for loose fasteners fittings or hardware be sure the dust hood is securely mounted and ensure the blade cutter rotates freely Lower the cutterhead assembly to approximately 1 in above the planer table surface Without putting any load on the planer test the motor by turning the planer on and allowing it to reach full speed If the planer sounds excessively loud or has excessive vibration turn off the machine immediately and check again for any loose hardware retightening any you may find A WARNING To avoid serious personal injury do not 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 W Stand to one side of the planer infeed area W Turn switch ON I E Lift the work to the table by grasping the edges of the board at approximately the middle of the length Rest the board end on the feed table and direct the board into the planer NOTE Boards longer than 24 in should have additional support from free standing material stands 19 DEPTH ADJUSTMENT HANDWHEEL Fig 11 OPERATION W Push slightly on the board and allow the automatic feed t
38. se Any good grade plywood or chipboard with a 3 4 in thickness is recommended E Mark holes on board where planer is to be mounted using holes in planer base as a template for hole pattern B Follow last three steps in section Mounting Planer to Workbench If lag bolts are used make sure they are long enough to go through holes in planer base and material the planer is being mounted to If machine bolts are used make sure bolts are long enough to go through holes in planer base the material being mounted to and the lock washers and hex nuts ASSEMBLY INSTALLING HANDWHEEL KNOB DUST HOOD See Figure 7 KNOBS W Locate the handwheel knob and screw from among DUST SLOT ADAPTOR N e the loose parts Insert the screw through the hole in the handwheel and tighten screw securely W Using the hex head screw attach the depth adjustment handwheel securely to the planer INSTALLING THE DUST HOOD See Figure 8 From the back of the machine slip the slot on the dust hood overthetab insidethe planer and align the dust hood overthe holes on the side of the planer Install the dust hood knobs by turning them clockwise To minimize sawdust accumulation on your workpiece attach either a 2 1 2 in shop vac or a 4 in dust collection system to the dust hood NOTE The end of a4 in hose fits over the dust adaptor and requires a clamp not included to secure To open and close the dust hood door align the arrows on the side
39. th hands to operate tool DON T OVERREACH Keep proper footing and balance at all times MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE Keep tools sharp and clean for better and safer performance Follow instruc tions for lubricating and changing accessories DISCONNECT TOOLS When not in use before servicing or when changing attachments blades bits cutters etc all tools should be disconnected AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING Be sure switch is off when plugging in any tool USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES Consult the operator s manual for recommended accessories The use of improper accessories may risk injury NEVER STAND ON TOOL Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is unintentionally contacted CHECK DAMAGED PARTS Before further use of the tool a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function Check for alignment of moving parts binding of moving parts breakage of parts mounting and any other conditions that may affect its operation A guard or other part that is damaged must be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service center to avoid risk of personal injury USE THE RIGHT DIRECTION OF FEED Feed work into a blade or cutter against the direction of rotation of blade or cutter only NEVERLEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED TURN THE POWER OFF Don t leave tool until it comes to a complete stop PROTECT YOU
40. the factory to insure its performance You may see small amounts of wood dust and chips on your new planer E Carefully lift the tool from the carton and place it on a level work surface NOTE This tool is heavy To avoid back injury lift with your legs not your back and get help when needed Inspect the tool carefully to make sure no breakage or damage occurred during shipping Do not discard the packing material until you have care fully inspected and satisfactorily operated the tool Remove the dust hood from its position on top of the motor housing then remove the cardboard from the cutterhead NOTE Install the dust hood before using this product Remove the blue plastic covering the planer table prior to turning on this product The tool is factory set for accurate cutting After assembling it check for accuracy If shipping has influ encedthe settings referto specific procedures explained in this manual If any parts are damaged or missing please call 1 866 539 1710 for assistance A WARNING If any parts are damaged or missing do not operate this tool until the missing parts are replaced Failure to heed this warning could result in serious personal injury WARNING Do not attempt to modify this tool or create accessories not recommended for use with this tool Any such alteration or modification is misuse and could result in a hazardous condition leading to possible serious personal injury WARNING Do not
41. ts during M INSPECT EXTENSION CORDS PERIODICALLY and eid replace if damaged BH NEVER START A TOOL WHEN ANY ROTATING m GROUND ALL TOOLS If tool is equipped with three NOR EE p IN CONTACT WITH THE prong plug it should be plugged into a three hole electrical receptacle B DO NOT OPERATE A TOOL WHILE UNDER THE m CHECK WITH A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN or service palais OF DRUGS ALCOHOL OR ANY personnel if the grounding instructions are not completely EDICATION understood or if in doubt as to whether the tool is properly 14B WHEN SERVICING use only identical replacement parts grounded Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause W USE ONLY CORRECT ELECTRICAL DEVICES 3 wire product damage extension cords that have 3 prong grounding plugs and B USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES listed 3 pole receptacles that accept the tool s plug in this manual or addendums Use of accessories that M DO NOT MODIFY the plug provided If it will not fit the are not listed may cause the risk of personal injury outlet have the proper outlet installed by a qualified Instructions for safe use of accessories are included WM KEEP TOOL DRY CLEAN AND FREE FROM OIL AND B DOUBLECHECK ALL SETUPS Make sure bladeis tight GREASE Always use a clean cloth when cleaning Never and not making contact with tool or workpiece before connecting to power supply B NEVER PERFORM THE PLANING OPERATION with amp BEFORE STARTING UP recheck to make certain all the cutterhead
42. with a light coating of medium weight machine oil Paste wax should be applied to the planing table surface to ease the movement of workpieces across it but be careful not to use so much that it will be absorbed into the wood and interfere with staining Check feed rollers after each use for resin buildup because feed rollers must be clean to be effective If buildup occurs use a mild nonflammable tar and pitch remover BLADE TOOL STORAGE See figure 18 For your convenience an extra set of blades can be stored under the outfeed table extension in the blade tool storage Dispose of used blades properly Wrap blades in tape before disposal to avoid accidental injury BLADE TOOL STORAGE Fig 18 MAINTENANCE CORD STORAGE See Figure 19 For convenience your planer comes equipped with cord storage When not in use the power cord should be wrapped around the planer A CAUTION Check extension cords before each use If damaged replace immediately Never use tool with a damaged cord since touching the damaged area could cause electrical shock resulting in serious injury BRUSH REPLACEMENT See Figure 20 Externally accessible brush assemblies are located at the right front and the left rear of the planer These brushes should be inspected every 10 to 15 operating hours for wear Replace both brushes when either brush has less than 1 4 in Fig 19 of carbon remaining NOTE The dust hood may be rem
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