Harbor Freight Tools 95518 User's Manual
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1. 3 Improper capacity of circuit 3 Use proper capacity circuit breaker fuse breaker fuse Planer will not operate 1 No power to Planer 1 Make sure Planer is plugged into a working 120 VAC grounded electrical outlet 2 Motor overload protection tripped 2 Reset motor circuit breaker 3 Defective switch or wiring 3 Have a qualified service technician repair Planer SKU 95518 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 PAGE 18 PARTS LIST PLANER UNIT resenton ap CH ex Socket Head Screw oller pecial Cap Screw Hex Socket Head Screw e andle Flat Washer lug Pan Head Screw ap Screw M5xP0 8x25L lat Washer levating Handle Exterior Tooth Washer Cap R H Tapping Screw Cable Clamp Tapping Screw Pan Head Screw ajojn TI D VO O D x a B gt gt I m 7 Pan Head Screw Weather Board Dust Proof Board Protecting Cover lat Washer ex Socket Head Screw ex Socket Head Screw lat Washer Sprocket dler Seat Exterior Retainer Ring Chain ex Socket Head Screw Outside Cover Tapping Screw rush ex Nut ust Chute ex Socket Pan Head Screw ex Socket Pan Head Screw an Cover L N gt gt gt l gt gt gt gt gt 0 000 o oo CO CO oOl oOlolilolololololo Oy BPO NJ gt CO N on BI COINT OD OTR Ohms gt O L ex Socket Pan Head Screw lat Washer Fan Shaft Tapping Screw Hex Socket Head Screw Cord Block e D D lt o Gear T2. LOFT FT MOTOR HOUSING MACHINE WALL NOTE Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only and are not available individually as replacement parts SKU 95518 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 PAGE 24 IMPORTANT WARRANTY INFORMATION AN V KR V WZ A A VIN V V CENTRAL MACHINERY LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY Harbor Freight Tools Co makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality and durability standards and warrants to the original purchaser that this product is free from defects in materials and workmanship for I the period of ninety days from the date of purchase This warranty does not apply to damage due directly or indirectly to misuse abuse negligence or accidents repairs or alterations outside our facilities or to lack of 24 maintenance We shall in no event be liable for death injuries to persons or property or for incidental contingent special or consequential damages arising from the use of our product Some states do not allow the exclusion or _ limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation of exclusion may not apply to you THIS W Zo N WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING Re THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS Y YDS VZ A S A To take advantage of this warranty the product or part must be returned to us with transportation charges prepaid Proof of purchase date
3. Use a piece of scrap wood to hold the Knives in place while tightening Tighten the Knife Screws equally so that the clamping force is uniform across the Knives See Figure N H Depress the Cutterhead Lock 175 to release the Cutterhead 184 Release the Cutterhead Lock when the Cutterhead can be turned by hand Then turn the Cutterhead by hand until it is stopped by the self engaging Cutterhead Lock See Figure M 4 To level the Rollercase The Planer will produce an uneven depth of cut ta pered cut if the Rollercase 136 is not parallel with its Base 222 To level the Rollercase with the Base A Plane a test piece of wood to measure the height of the taper Then deter mine which corner or side needs adjustment B Turn off the Planer and disconnect the unit from its electrical outlet C Fold the front and rear Extension Tables 223 D Carefully lay the Planer on its back so that the bottom of the unit is facing you See Figure P CHAIN 52 IDLER BRACKET 156 SPROCKET 5 mii S Rese oul S h 201 LS t FIGURE P SKU 95518 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 PAGE 16 E Loosen the two Head Socket Head Screws 159 on the Idler Bracket 156 Then loosen the Chain 52 by sliding the Idler Bracket See Figure P F Carefully rotate the Sprocket 201 by hand to change the Rollercase 136 height Make sure to leave the other Sprockets untouched Do not rotate the Sprocket more than one
4. grounding provides a low resistance path to carry electricity away from the user Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes radiators ranges and refrigerators There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is grounded Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions Water entering power equipment will increase the risk of electric shock Do not abuse the Power Cord Never use the Power Cord to pull the Plug from an outlet Keep the Power Cord away from heat oil sharp edges or moving parts Replace damaged Power Cords immediately Damaged Power Cords increase the risk of electric shock PERSONAL SAFETY Stay alert Watch what you are doing and use common sense when oper ating the Planer Do not use the tool while tired or under the influence of drugs alcohol or medication A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury Dress properly Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry Contain long hair Keep your hair clothing and gloves away from moving parts Loose clothes jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving parts Use the right product for the job Do not attempt to force small equipment to do the work of larger industrial equipment There are certain applications for which this product was designed It will do the job better and safer at the rate and capacity for which it was designed Do not modify this product and do not use this product for a purp
5. 8 wide 7 64 Hard Softwood 8 to 15 wide 1 16 See Figure I FIGURE f Thickness Preset Control Knob 279 A six position Thickness Preset Control Knob is located on the lower right side of the Planer This feature allows for quick production of identically sized workpieces The six settings provided are 1 8 1 4 1 2 3 4 1 and 1 1 4 Example To plane a 2 thick workpiece down to 1 1 4 A Raise or lower the Rollercase 136 until it is just above the workpiece B Position the workpiece on the Planer Extension Table 223 below the Rollercase C Turn the Thickness Preset Control Knob 279 until 1 1 4 is indicated D The Planer is now set to stop the Rollercase 136 when the workpiece REV 07e SKU 95518 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 PAGE 12 thickness reaches 1 1 4 NOTE To reset for a different depth stop raise the Rollercase 136 by about two rotations of the Manual Elevation Handle 5 Then turn the Thickness Pre set Control Knob 279 to the desired position See Figure J HICKNESS PRESET CONTROL KNOB 279 FIGURE J 8 Feed Roller Height Adjustment Knob 123 The Planer features three height settings for the Feed Rollers 198 205 The accessory Square Box Wrench 285 is used to adjust the Roller height For planing use setting I For molding use setting Il For the first molding cut use setting Ill NOTE The Feed Roller
6. Height Adjustment setting is indicated by the mark that faces upward on the Roller Up Down Shaft 124 See Figure K FIGURE K SQUARE BOX WRENCH 285 PLANING MOLDING INITIAL MOLDING CUT OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Use safety equipment Always wear ANSl approved safety impact eye goggles Dust mask or respirator and hearing protection must be used for appropriate conditions Planing 1 Position the Rollercase 136 to produce the depth of cut desired 2 Align the workpiece on the infeed Extension Table 223 so the workpiece will feed properly SKU 95518 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 PAGE 13 3 Boards longer than 24 should be supported on both the infeed and outfeed sides of the Planer by roller stands not included Do not plane boards that are less than 17 long The force of the cut could split the board and cause kickback 4 Position the board with its face to be planed on top 5 Plug the Planer into the nearest 120 volt grounded electrical outlet Then turn on the Planer 6 Slowly push the board into the infeed side of the Planer Slide the board into the Planer until the infeed Roller 205 begins to automatically advance the board through the Planer Release your grip on the board and allow the automatic feed to completely advance the board Do not push or pull on the board 7 Move to the rear on one side of the Planer and receive the planed board as it exits the Pla
7. and an explanation of the complaint must accompany the merchandise If our inspection verifies the defect we will either repair or replace the product at our election or we may elect to refund the purchase price if we cannot readily and quickly provide you with a replacement We will return repaired products at our expense but if we determine there is no defect or that the defect resulted from causes not within the scope of our warranty then you must bear the cost of returning the product i VYD VA NZAANSS AN 0 WAS X L N This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state CZ iN CUM 3491 Mission Oaks Blvd PO Box 6009 Camarillo CA 93011 800 444 3353 eo ON SS OT IL ES OE TL a Sy PING IRNYICIRNIC IRN ANNK ANNK ANNK NNI UNAN ANA NANSA SAE SAE SRLS LH AX Za A SKU 95518 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 PAGE 25
8. to remove material stuck in the moving parts of the Planer while it is plugged in and running When cutting a large workpiece over 24 long make sure its entire length is properly supported If necessary use a roller stand not included with larger workpieces Make sure the Tables are clear with the exception of the workpiece to be cut The Planer is designed for cutting flat workpieces only Do not attempt to cut workpieces that are not flat The Planer is designed for cutting wood workpieces only Do not attempt to use the Planer to cut metal or other nonwood materials Always make sure the work surface of the Planer is clean and free of dust wood chips and other debris that can interfere with the cut you are going to make Always keep children and other unauthorized people away from the Planer Unplug the Table and remove the Power Switch s Safety Key when the Planer is not in use Avoid overloading the Planer If the motor speed drops abnormally decrease the cutting depth of the workpiece immediately Use the right tool for the job Do not attempt to force a small tool or attach ment to do the work of a larger industrial tool There are certain applications for which this tool was designed It will do the job better and more safely at the rate for which it was intended Do not modify this tool and do not use this tool for a purpose for which it was not intended Always use sharp Planer Knives If the Knives stop ab
9. CENTRAL MACHINERY 15 PLANER 2 5 HP Model 95518 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3491 Mission Oaks Blvd Camarillo CA 93011 Visit our Web site at http www harborfreight com TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE Copyright 2007 by Harbor Freight Tools All rights reserved No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Electrical Requirements 120 VAC 60 Hz 15 Amps 2 5 HP Motor 16 500 RPM 2 Speed Cuts Per Minute 11 000 Power Switch Toggle ON OFF Switch Type with Safety Key Circuit Breaker 20 Amps Push Button to Reset Power Cord SJT 14 AWG x 3C 6 9 Long Power Plug 3 Prong Grounded 2 5 8 High x 2 1 4 Outside Diameter Features Auto Feed Mode amp Manual Mode Motor Overload Protection Depth of Cut Gauge Workpiece Thickness Pre Set Gauge Built In Dust Collector Top Mounted Rollers for Workpiece Return Infeed amp Outfeed Tables with Rollers Hex Wrench Qty 1 Square Box Wrench Qty 1 Open End Wrench Qty 1 Magnets Qty 2 Dust Bag Qty 1 Unit Weight SAVE THIS MANUAL You will need this manual for the safety warnings and precautions assembly operating inspection maintenance and cleaning procedures parts list and as sembly d
10. apping Screw Bushing 109 Fixed Plate Fixed Plate 111 apping Screw Hex Socket Head Screw lat Washer Fixed Plate old Down Plate 7 pindle Washer Bearing Exterior Retainer Ring N lock NI NINININI NINININI N O Od D O OD O Oy onp ou O17 Ca CaF Gay BP BRP Re ey ey ete yey elo N OI BPO MI gt y OINI A LOJN Oy Bi OTms OLOPRIL WIM O O OIL NIN OI oa AISOIN gt 10 I nside Cover inion Gear earing an Head Screw Al UD VIS n 0p Lojo 4p qo ym 4 zi 2 D D D D D O JJ Ai 11 D1 QIIO QII 7 4 U0 TH 117 LY Ul 1 Ti L UO LI Ww O oO oO D fas w ra Oo a a Qa gt G lt s s O L O Q Q Cp O om O oller Up Down Shaft ear et Screw eed Roller Height Adjustment Knob oller Up Down Shaft Steel Ball N Exterior Retainer Ring Hex Socket Head Screw n NINININININI gt gt O1 OTM gt CO CO Pressure Spring 126 Pressure Spring 9 Steel Ball Pointer Cover Set Plate 128 Set Screw NOTE Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only and are not available individually as replacement parts SKU 95518 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 PAGE 19 PARTS LIST PLANER UNIT CONT 154 Hex Socket Head Screw 8 204 Roller Block S S S 159 Hex Socket Head Screw 8 209 Elevating Screw 2 162 Knife Location Colar 1 213 Hex Socket H
11. cal equipment in close proximity to a heart pacemaker could cause interference or failure of the pacemaker A WARNING The warnings and cautions discussed in this manual cannot aver all possible conditions and situations that may occur It must be under stood by the operator that common sense and caution are factors which cannot be built into this product but must be supplied by the operator SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Improperly connecting the grounding wire can result in the risk of electric shock Check with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded Do not modify the power cord plug provided with the tool Never remove the grounding prong from the plug Do not use the tool if the power cord or plug is damaged If damaged have it repaired by a service facility before use If the plug will not fit the outlet have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician DOUBLE INSULATED TOOLS TOOLS WITH TWO PRONG PLUGS Tools marked Double Insulated do not require grounding They have a special SKU 95518 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 PAGE 7 double insulation system which satisfies OSHA requirements and complies with the applicable standards of Underwriters Laboratories Inc the Canadian Stan dard Association and the National Electrical Code See Figure A 2 Double insulated tools may be used in either of the 120 volt outlets as shown in the follow
12. ead Screw e NOTE Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only and are not available individually as replacement parts SKU 95518 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 PAGE 20 PARTS LIST PLANER UNIT CONT 236 a a as Set Screw zi Flat Washer 271 Hex Socket Pan Head Screw Fiat Washer Hex Socket Pan Head Screw Pan Head Screw Hex Nut Hex Head Screw Bearing Tool Box Cover Dust Chute square Box Wrench 26MM Hex Socket Pan Head Screw Wrench 4MM ey Motor Hex Nut M6 1 303 Roll Pin 5x20 Hex Socket Head Screw Exterior Retainer Ring NOTE Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only and are not available individually as replacement parts SKU 95518 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 PAGE 21 ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM PLANER UNIT Bond PAT 3 T m y k H 1 O Ao 71 NOTE Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only and are not available individually as replacement parts SKU 95518 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 PAGE 22 ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM PLANER UNIT CONT Pies a x ee a RRR lt a NOTE Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only and are not available individually as replacement parts SKU 95518 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 PAGE 23 PARTS LIST amp ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM MOTOR UNIT Circuit Breaker a
13. epared to begin work before turning on the Router 3 Do not force the Planer This tool will do the work better and safer at the speed and capacity for which it was designed WARNING Keep hands and fingers away from the cutting area Use a 4 l push stick not included when necessary D Make sure the Planer is used on a dry flat level sturdy workbench surface capable of supporting the weight of the unit accessories and workpieces 6 Never leave the Planer unattended when it is plugged into an electrical outlet Always unplug the unit from its electrical outlet before leaving 7 Industrial applications must follow OSHA guidelines 8 Never stand or sit on the Planer Serious injury could result if the unit is tipped 9 Always unplug the Planer from its power supply source before performing any inspection maintenance or cleaning procedures 10 Keep all guards in place and in proper working order 11 Allow the Planer Knives to spin up to full speed before feeding a workpiece into the unit When turning off the Planer allow the Knives to spin down and stop on their own Do not press against the Knives to stop them SKU 95518 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 PAGE 5 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 Turn off the Planer and allow the unit to stop on its own if the workpiece is to be backed out of an uncompleted cut Never attempt
14. er with a Screw 12 Then slide the Dust Bag 284 onto the Dust Chute See Figure E DUST BAG 284 DUST CHUTE 97 FIGURE E PRODUCT FEATURES 1 Power Switch 14A To turn the Planer ON move the Power Switch to its up position To turn the Planer OFF move the Power Switch to its down position The Planer can be locked from unauthorized use by locking the Power Switch To do so turn the Power Switch to its OFF position Then pull the Safety Key SKU 95518 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 PAGE 10 out of the Power Switch The Power Switch cannot be turned on with the Safety Key removed To turn the Power Switch to its ON position the Safety Key must be re inserted in the Power Switch See Figure F 2 Circuit Breaker 16A The Planer features a Circuit Breaker to protect the Motor from damage due to overheating The Circuit Breaker will automatically turn off the Planer when excessive current is consumed If the Circuit Breaker is tripped turn the Planer off Wait several minutes for the Motor to cool Press the Circuit Breaker Then turn the Planer on to resume cutting See Figure F i t4 Ni m CIRCUIT BREAKER 16A st POWER SWITCH amp a SAFETY KEY al a 14A FIGURE F _ 4 3 Power Elevation Lever The Rollercase 136 contains the Cutterhead 184 The depth of cut is controlled by lowering or raising the Rollercase For rapid movement of the Rollercase press up or down o
15. everse planing Knives 173 The Cutterhead 184 on this Planer has four slots Two slots are used to hold the planing Knives To install the planing Knives A Make sure to wear heavy duty work gloves to avoid accidental cuts B Unscrew and remove the Tapping Screw 94 from the Cover 93 on the rear side of the Planer Then remove the Cover See Figure L COVER 93 TAPPING SCREW FIGURE L C Turn the Cutterhead 184 by hand towards you until it is stopped by the self engaging Cutterhead Lock 175 See Figure M Ass Are as ES m as CUTTERHEAD LOCK 175 D Loosen all fourteen Knife Screws 172 on the Cutterhead 184 enough so that the two Knives 173 are loose See Figure N FIGURE N E Carefully lift the old Knives 173 from the Cutterhead 184 using the two accessory Magnets 288 NOTE The Magnets can be easily disengaged from the Knives by tilting them to the left or right SKU 95518 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 PAGE 15 F Reverse the two planing Knives 173 or replace with new Knives and care fully position each Knife on the two Knife Location Collars 185 using the Magnets 288 The Knife Location Collars position the Knife at the proper height There is one Knife Location Collar at each end of the Cutterhead 184 See Figure O KNIFE LOCATION COLLAR 185 FIGURE O G Secure the planing Knives 173 by tightening the fourteen Knife Screws 172
16. f untrained users 5 Maintain this product with care Keep the Planer and its Tables clean and in proper working order Properly maintained tools and equipment are easier to control Do not use damaged tools and equipment Tag damaged tools and equipment Do not use until repaired 6 Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the Planer s operation If damaged have the tool serviced before using Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained tools T Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your model Accessories that may be suitable for one product may become hazard ous when used on another product SKU 95518 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 PAGE 4 1 Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury 2 When servicing a tool use only identical replacement parts Follow instructions in the Inspection Maintenance And Cleaning section of this manual Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow maintenance instructions may create a risk of electric shock or injury SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES 1 Maintain labels and nameplates on the Planer These carry important infor mation If unreadable or missing contact Harbor Freight Tools for a replace ment 2 Avoid unintentional starting Make sure you are pr
17. iagram Keep your invoice with this manual Write the invoice number on the inside of the front cover Keep this manual and invoice in a safe and dry place for future reference GENERAL SAFETY RULES ZA WARNING READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock fire and or serious injury SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WORK AREA 1 Keep your work area clean and well lit Cluttered benches and dark areas invite accidents 2 Do not operate the Planer in explosive atmospheres such as in the presence of flammable liquids gases or dust Power equipment creates sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes 3 Keep bystanders children and visitors away while operating power equip ment Distractions can cause you to lose control Protect others in the work REV 07e SKU 95518 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 PAGE 2 4 area from debris such as chips and sparks Provide barriers or shields as needed Children and visitors should never be in the work area ELECTRICAL SAFETY Grounded tools must be plugged into an outlet properly installed and grounded in accordance with all codes and ordinances Never remove the grounding prong or modify the plug in any way Do not use any adapter plugs Check with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded If the tools should electrically malfunction or break down
18. ing illustration See Figure A THIS PRODUCT DOES NOT USE A 2 PRONG PLUG 120 VOLT GROUNDED ELECTRICAL OUTLETS E fs a sa Les Of TATE w S 4 ERENCES FIGURE A GROUNDED TOOLS TOOLS WITH THREE PRONG PLUGS 1 Tools marked with Grounding Required have a three wire cord and three prong grounding plug The plug must be connected to a properly grounded outlet If the tool should electrically malfunction or break down grounding provides a low resistance path to carry electricity away from the user reducing the risk of elec tric shock See Figure B 2 The grounding prong in the plug is connected through the green wire inside the cord to the grounding system in the tool The green wire in the cord must be the only wire connected to the tool s grounding system and must never be attached to an electrically live terminal See Figure B 3 The Planer must be plugged into an appropriate outlet properly installed and grounded in accordance with all codes and ordinances The plug and outlet should look like those in the following illustration See Figure B THIS PRODUCT USES A 3 PRONG PLUG 120 VOLT GROUNDED ELECTRICAL OUTLET FIGURE B SKU 95518 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 PAGE 8 SYMBOLOGY Soubleinsulaied Canadian Standards Association Underwriters Laboratories Inc olts Alternating Current a No Yo Load Revolutions xxxx min per Min
19. n the Power Elevation Lever while the Motor is running Do not attempt to engage the Power Elevation Lever while planing See Figure G FEED RATE ADJUSTMENT KNOB 75 POWER ELEVATION LEVER FIGURE G 4 Feed Rate Adjustment Knob 75 The Planer has a two speed gearbox that feeds the workpiece at 22 feet per minute standard planing and at 11 feet per minute for molding or finish planing The Knob for adjusting the feed rate is located on the left side at the top of the Rollercase 136 See Figure G 5 Manual Elevation Handle 5 The manual elevation Handle allows for more precise movement when lowering or raising the Rollercase 136 to adjust the depth of cut One complete rotation of the Handle will lower or raise the SKU 95518 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 PAGE 11 Rollercase 1 16 The manual elevation Handle is located on the top right side of the Planer See Figure H MANUAL ELEVATION HANDLE 5 FIGURE H 6 Depth of Cut Gauge 131 and Scale 134 A Depth of Cut Gauge is attached to the front of the Rollercase 136 The Pointer on the Depth of Cut Gauge displays the depth of cut per pass when the workpiece is positioned below the Gauge Turning the Manual Elevation Handle 5 moves the Rollercase down and the Pointer shows depth of cut up to 7 64 The Scale with Pointer indicates the finished size of the workpiece Recommended Maximum Depth of Cut Hard Softwood up to
20. ner 8 CAUTION A Do not stand directly in line with the front or rear of the Planer B Do not grip any portion of the board which has not exited past the outfeed Roller 198 9 Repeat this operation on all boards which need to be the same thickness 10 NOTE The Planer has return Rollers 3 on top of the unit so an assistant can pass the board back to the operator The assistant must follow the same safety precautions as the operator 11 When finished using the Planer turn the Power Switch 14A to its OFF position and remove the Switch s Safety Key Then unplug the Planer from its electrical outlet 12 Make sure to store the Planer in a clean dry safe location out of reach of chil dren and other unauthorized people INSPECTION MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING CAUTION Always make sure the Power Switch 14A of the Planer is in its OFF position and the unit is unplugged from its electrical outlet prior to per forming any inspection maintenance or cleaning procedures 2 Before each use inspect the general condition of the Planer Check for mis alignment or binding of moving parts cracked or broken parts damaged electri SKU 95518 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 PAGE 14 cal wiring and any other condition that may affect its safe operation If abnormal noise or vibration occurs have the problem corrected before further use Do not use damaged equipment 3 To install or r
21. only be performed by a qualified service technician PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY THE MANUFACTURER AND OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST AND ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY NEI THER THE MANUFACTURER OR DISTRIBUTOR MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO REPLACE ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT IN FACT THE MANUFACTURER AND OR DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY STATES THAT ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACE MENTS SHOULD BE UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND LICENSED TECHNICIANS AND NOT BY THE BUYER THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISKS AND LIABILITY ARIS ING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACE MENT PARTS THERETO OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO SKU 95518 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 PAGE 17 TROUBLESHOOTING Possible Cause Possible Solution Gouging at ends of board 1 Dull Knives 1 Replace Knives 2 Inadequate support of long boards 2 Support long boards over 24 with support stands not included Rollercase not level with base Adjust rollercase Uneven force on cutterhead Gently push board when board is in contact with only one feed roller Boards not butted properly Butt end to end each piece of stock as boards pass through Planer Torn grain Too deep a cut Reduce depth of cut Dull knives Replace knives Knives cutting against grain Cut wi
22. or two teeth See Figure P G Retighten the Chain 52 by securing the Idler Bracket 156 in position Then tighten the two Head Socket Head Screws 159 on the Idler Bracket 156 See Figure P H Set the Planer back on its Base 222 Then make a test cut to verify the adjustment 5 To clean or replace the Carbon Brushes It may become necessary to clean or replace the two Carbon Brushes 26A when the Motor performance de creases or stops working completely The Carbon Brushes are located on each side of the Motor Housing 28A To do so A Remove the two Brush Caps 25A Then remove the two Carbon Brushes from the Brush Holders 27A B If the Carbon Brushes are worn down more than 1 2 replace both Carbon Brushes If however the Carbon Brushes are just dirty they may be cleaned by rubbing them with a pencil eraser C When installing the Carbon Brushes make sure the carbon portion of the Carbon Brushes contact the Armature 20A assembly and the springs face away from the Motor Also make sure the springs operate freely D After cleaning or replacement replace the Brush Caps 25A E New Carbon Brushes tend to arc or spark when first used until they wear and conform to the Armature assembly See Assy Diagram 6 To clean the exterior interior of the Planer Use compressed air Do not immerse any part of the unit in liquid Z CAUTION All maintenance service or repairs not mentioned in this manual must
23. ose for which it was not designed Avoid accidental starting Be sure the Power Switch is off before plugging SKU 95518 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 PAGE 3 in Plugging in power equipment with the Power Switch on invites accidents 5 Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the power tool on A wrench or a key that is left attached to a rotating part of the Planer may result in personal injury 6 Do not overreach Keep proper footing and balance at all times Proper footing and balance enables better control of the Planer in unexpected situations eye goggles Dust mask or respirator and hearing protection must be used for appropriate conditions TOOL USE AND CARE 1 Do not force the Planer Use the correct tool for your application The correct tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is de signed T O Use safety equipment Always wear ANSl approved safety impact 2 Do not use the Planer if the Power Switch does not turn it on or off Any tool that cannot be controlled with the Power Switch is dangerous and must be replaced 3 Disconnect the Power Cord Plug from the power source before making any adjustments changing accessories or storing the Planer Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally 4 Store idle tools and equipment out of reach of children and other untrained persons Tools and equipment are dangerous in the hands o
24. ruptly or the Knives become blocked turn the unit s Power Switch to its OFF position immediately Do not attempt to plane material less than 7 64 thick thicker than 6 1 4 or wider than 15 Before planing any workpiece check for any foreign material such as nails screws or hard impurities in the wood Also check for loose knots in the workpiece SKU 95518 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 PAGE 6 25 26 2T 28 29 1 Always stand off to one side of the Planer when in use Do not reach across the Planer when it is on WARNING Some dust created by power sanding sawing grinding drilling and other construction activities contain chemicals known to the State of Cali fornia to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Some ex amples of these chemicals are lead from lead based paints crystalline silica from bricks and cement or other masonry products 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 cian Health amp Safety Code 25249 5 et seq A WARNING People with pacemakers should consult their physician s before using this product Operation of electri
25. th the grain Rough raised grain Too deep a cut Reduce depth of cut Dull knives Replace knives Moisture content too high Use dried wood 1 Moisture content too high 1 Use dried wood Uneven depth of cut side to side 1 Rollercase not level with Planer 1 Adjust table level base Rollercase elevation adjusts with 1 Elevation screws columns dirty 1 Clean and lubricate elevation difficulty screws columns 2 Elevation screws worn 2 Replace elevation screws 3 Rollercase not parallel with Planer base 3 Adjust rollercase Board thickness does not match 1 Indicator not set correctly 1 Adjust indicator and tighten securely depth of cut scale Board feeds inside Planer but stops 1 Outfeed rollers cannot rotate due to 1 Clear the clogging Clean the dust Moving past the outfeed roller clogging of chips collector system 2 Too much pressure on the cutterhead 2 Support long boards over 24 with from long workpiece support stands not included replace V belt restricts rollercase movements Excessive fan noise 1 Large piece of wood in fan housing 1 Remove blade guard and clear housing chamber 2 Loose fan 2 Open blade cover and tighten fan bolt Motor overheats 1 Improper motor cooling 1 Clean sawdust from motor 2 Motor overload 2 Reduce depth of cut Circuit breaker fuse trips 1 Dull Knives 1 Replace knives 2 Motor overload 2 Reduce depth of cut
26. ute RPM FIGURE C UNPACKING When unpacking check to make sure all the parts shown on the Parts Lists on pages 19 20 21 and 24 are included If any parts are missing or broken please call Harbor Freight Tools at the number shown on the cover of this manual as soon as possible ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS NOTE For additional information regarding the parts listed in the following pages refer to the Assembly Diagrams on pages 22 23 and 24 N CAUTION Always make sure the Power Switch 14A of the Planer is in its OFF position and the unit is unplugged from its electrical outlet prior to per forming any assembly procedures To Attach The Elevation Handle 1 The Manual Elevation Handle 5 needs to be attached to the top right side of the Planer See Figure D next page 2 Insert the Manual Elevation Handle 5 onto the top of the Elevation Screw See Figure D SKU 95518 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 PAGE 9 3 Secure the Manual Elevation Handle 5 with a Cap Screw 7 See Figure D 4 Insert the Plug 6 into the Manual Elevation Handle 5 to cover the Cap Screw 7 See Figure D INSTALL CAP SCREW 7 i gt ELEVATION HANDLE j 5 PLUG 6 HERE i Ora EA E eae 5 a N s d e L ANAA ELEVATION SCREW FIGURE D To Attach The Dust Chute And Dust Bag 1 Slide the Dust Chute 97 over the Fan Cover 100 Secure the Dust Chute to the Fan Cov
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