Accessories - Silverline DIY 710W Mode D'emploi

Operation
WARNING: ALWAYS wear eye protection, adequate respiratory and hearing protection, as well
as suitable non-fabric gloves, when working with this tool.
• Before you use the planer, practice on a scrap piece of material. The settings of the machine are
crucial to achieving a good quality finish, and your work could easily be damaged by using an
incorrect setting.
• Be aware that waste material will be expelled from the machine through the Dust Extraction Port (2)
Adjusting the depth of cut
• To increase the depth of cut, rotate the Depth Adjustment Handle (1) clockwise. To reduce the
depth of cut, rotate the depth adjustment handle anticlockwise
• This planer will cut to a maximum depth of 2.0mm. To achieve the best quality of finish, remove
material in a series of shallow cuts rather than one deep cut
Handling your planer
• Always hold the planer securely, using both hands, by the Rear Handle (4), and the Depth
Adjustment Handle (1)
• Allow the cutter to come to a complete stop before setting the machine down. Always unplug the
machine if it is to be left unattended.
• Ensure the workpiece is not able to move during the cutting process. Use clamps
where appropriate
Making a cut
1. Set the depth of cut required by rotating the depth adjustment handle to the appropriate
number (mm of cutting depth)
2. Hold the planer securely, using both hands, and rest the front edge of the Sole Plate (8) on the
edge of the workpiece
3. Check that the cutter is not in contact with the workpiece, or any other object
4. To start the planer, depress the Safety Lock Off Button (3), and squeeze the Trigger Switch (5).
To stop the machine, release the trigger switch
5. Allow the motor to reach full speed, then push the planer forwards across the workpiece
6. Maintain a steady movement, and ensure that the sole plate is kept pressed against
the workpiece
• Allow the cutter to move off the end of the material before releasing the trigger switch
• Do not set the machine down until the cutter has stopped completely
• If a deep cut is required, repeat the above steps
Using the guide fence
To work parallel to an edge, use the Guide Fence (12) (see Fig. I)
• The guide fence is very useful for maintaining a straight cut when, for example, trimming doors
• If you have a lot of edges to plane, adjust the position of the fence in stages so that the entire
width of the blade is used progressively, thereby extending the life of the blade
• Use one of the T-grip screws to attach the guide fence at the Guide Fence Attachment Point (11).
Ensure that the fixing bracket fits between the stiles on the planer body
• The position of the guide fence can be adjusted to suit different tasks
• To follow an edge, make the cut as above ('Making a cut') keeping the fence pressed against the
face of the workpiece
Chamfering
• The Chamfer Groove (7) allows you to cut a 45˚chamfer on the edge of a workpiece
• To cut a chamfer, locate the edge to be cut in the chamfer groove
• Cut as usual, but hold the planer at 45˚

Accessories

• A wide range of accessories for this tool—including clamps, fasteners, grips, and benches—is
available from your Silverline stockist
• Spare parts, including carbon brushes and drive belts, are available from your Silverline stockist
or www.toolsparesonline.com
Maintenance
WARNING: ALWAYS disconnect from the power supply before carrying out any inspection,
maintenance or cleaning.
General inspection
• Regularly check that all the fixing screws are tight
• Inspect the supply cord of the tool for damage or wear, prior to each use. Repairs should be
carried out by an authorised Silverline service centre. This advice also applies to extension cords
used with this tool
Cleaning
• Keep your tool clean at all times. Dirt and dust will cause internal parts to wear quickly, and
shorten the tool's service life
• Clean the body of your tool with a soft brush, or dry cloth. If available, use clean, dry, compressed
air to blow through the ventilation holes
• Clean the tool casing with a soft damp cloth using a mild detergent. Do not use alcohol, petrol or
strong cleaning agents
• Never use caustic agents to clean plastic parts
Changing blades
WARNING: Take great care, and do not touch the cutting edge of the blades. The blades fitted on the
planer have two cutting sides and are reversible. To reverse the blades or fit new blades:
1. Using the spanner supplied, loosen the three clamp bolts securing the blade assembly, by
making a half-turn clockwise (approximately)
2. Holding the blade clamp in position, gently slide the blade out of the blade clamp through the
slot in the tool housing. A piece of wood or similar can be used to push the blade smoothly
Note: Do not remove the blade clamp as this can change the factory settings for the cutting depth
adjustment. Also do not adjust the height adjusting screws.
3. Reverse the blade or slide a new blade, in the correct position, back into the blade clamp
4. Check the edge of the blade aligns with the side of the sole plate
5. Tighten all bolts equally
6. Repeat this procedure for the other blade
7. Before connecting to power, rotate the drum by hand to check that it does not catch or snag
Fitting a drive belt
A spare drive belt is included with your planer. To fit the belt:
1. Undo the screws and remove the Drive Belt Cover (6)
2. Remove the failed belt and clean any debris from the belt pulleys and surrounding area
3. Fit the belt over the small pulley then, rotating the large pulley with one hand, use the other
hand to push the belt onto the large pulley
4. Replace the drive belt cover and refit the screws so that the cover is secured firmly in position
Replacing the brushes
• Over time, the carbon brushes in the motor will wear away. This wear process will be accelerated
if the machine is used in dusty environments or if the machine is overloaded
• If the brushes have become excessively worn, motor performance may decrease; the machine
may fail to start, or excessive sparking may occur
• A spare set of brushes is included with the planer
Note: Always replace carbon brushes in pairs and once fitted the brushes may take a short time
to bed in.
To fit replacement brushes:
1. Unfasten the screws and remove the machine casing. This is on the opposite side of the planer to
the Drive Belt Housing (6). (The housings for the brushes are on either side of the central core)
2. Using the blade of a screwdriver, carefully lever up each brush housing in turn to check the
condition of the brushes
3. If the brushes are worn, replace with new brushes.
4. Refit the machine casing
Note: If unsure about replacing brushes, have the tool serviced at an authorised service centre.
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