e) Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or
binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and
any other condition that may affect the power
tool's operation. If damaged, have the power tool
repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by
poorly maintained power tools.
f) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are
less likely to bind and are easier to control.
g) Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc.
in accordance with these instructions, taking into
account the working conditions and the work to
be performed. Use of the power tool for operations
different from those intended could result in a
hazardous situation.
5) Service
a) Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair
person using only identical replacement parts.
This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is
maintained.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY FOR ELECTRIC PLANERS
WARNING: ALWAYS switch off and allow the blades to
come to a complete standstill before attempting any
adjustments, cleaning or carrying out maintenance.
WARNING: A dust mask and dust extraction system
are strongly recommended during usage to protect
the operator against dust. Electric planers generate a
large quantity of dust and some materials will produce
toxic dust.
WARNING: Wait for the cutter to stop before setting
the tool down. An exposed rotating cutter may engage
the surface leading to possible loss of control and serious
injury.
WARNING: Hold the power tool by insulated handles
or gripping surfaces only, because the cutter may
contact its own cord. Cutting a "live" wire may make
exposed metal parts of the power tool 'live' and could
give the operator an electric shock.
WARNING: Use clamps or another practical way to
secure the workpiece to a stable platform. Holding
the work by your hand or against the body leaves it
unstable and may lead to loss of control.
a) Ensure all nails, screws etc are removed from
the workpiece before commencing the task.
Otherwise, damage to the blade or planer could occur,
causing a safety hazard
b) Ensure all cloth, cord, rags, string and similar
items are removed from the work area to prevent
entanglement in the planer mechanism
c) Handle blades with caution
WARNING: ALWAYS disconnect the tool from the power
supply before accessing blades or guards.
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d) Ensure that the blade installation bolts are
securely tightened before operation
e) Before using the planer on a workpiece, switch on
and allow it to run for a while. Check for vibration
or wobbling that could indicate a badly installed, or a
poorly balanced blade
f) Allow the machine to reach full speed before
making contact with the workpiece and starting
cutting
g) Operate the planer only when controlled by both
hands
h) Ensure the planer is at least 200mm away from
your face and body
i) Wait for the cutter to stop before setting the tool
down. An exposed rotating cutter may engage the
surface leading to possible loss of control and serious
injury
j) Wait until the blades reach full speed before
cutting.
k) Shavings may jam in the chute when cutting damp
wood. Switch off, disconnect from the power supply
and clean out the chips with a stick
WARNING: Never put your finger into the chip chute.
l) ALWAYS switch off and allow the blades to
come to a complete standstill before attempting
any adjustments, cleaning or carrying out
maintenance
m) ALWAYS disconnect from the power supply when
leaving the machine unattended
n) When not in use, disconnect from the power
source and place the front base on a wooden
block so that the blades are not in contact with
anything
o) Replace all blades at the same time, otherwise the
resulting imbalance will cause vibration and shorten
the service life of planer and blades
Safety Instructions
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