Functions
Planer: When used as a planer, this tool should only be used
for planing along the grain of wood. It is not suitable for
planing across the grain of wood or on different materials. The
surface to be planed should be checked to ensure it contains
no screws, nails or other metallic objects. Planing is generally
quicker than sanding.
Sander: When used as a sander this tool is suitable for
sanding woods, both along and across the grain, painted
surfaces, some plastics and composites. It is better to sand
materials that splinter or chip easily.
Various grit sanding tubes are available.
Safety Warnings – Maintenance and
Servicing
Cleaning
To ensure operator safety, quality of work, and the life of the
tool, it is important to ensure this tool is properly maintained
and cleaned.
a)
Before using the tool inspect for damage including
damage to plug, cable, handles, main case, switch,
planer blades, and sanding drum. Sanding drums,
planer cartridges, and blades are the only serviceable
parts of this tool. If the tool is damaged it must not be
used until it has been repaired by EXAKT Precision
Tools Ltd. or its authorised agents
b)
Ensure the tool is always kept clean and free from
excessive build up of planing / sanding waste. To
clean first unplug the tool, remove the end cap and
clean with a soft brush, such as a paint brush
c)
If the planing/ sanding waste is ejected around the
working area, rather than through the dust nozzle, it is
likely that the dust bag is full, or the extract fan has
become blocked. To clear the fan, first unplug the tool
and then remove the end cap. Insert a long narrow
brush, such as an artist paint brush, all the way into
the fan to clean (Diagram D)
Changing and setting Planing blades
a)
Remove the planing drum from the machine as
described in the Changing Functions section
b)
(Refer to diagram E) Loosen the 3 bolts holding the
blade cartridge in place slightly using the spanner to
allow the blade to be slid out (it is not necessary to
remove the cartridge from the drum)
c)
Reverse (blade is double sided) or replace the blade
back into the cartridge
WARNING! Use care in handling the blades as they
are very sharp!
d)
Introduce the blade setting gauge into one end of the
drum, if required, to help set the blades to the correct
dimension
e)
Use the adjustment screws to position the blade
f)
Re-tighten the 3 cartridge bolts and remove the blade
setting gauge
g)
Replace the drum back into the machine and
withdraw the removal tool
h)
Replace and tighten the drum locking nut and end
cap respectively
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Precision Tools Ltd. 2010