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Harbor Freight Tools 34434 Operating instructions | Manualzz

6-1/8” Jointer Planer

Model

34434

oPerating instructions

Diagrams within this manual may not be drawn proportionally.

Due to continuing improvements, actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein.

Distributed exclusively by Harbor Freight tools ® .

3491 Mission Oaks Blvd., Camarillo, CA 93011

Visit our website at: http://www.harborfreight.com

read this material before using this product.

Failure to do so can result in serious injury. saVe tHis Manual.

Copyright © 1996 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 or replacement parts, please call 1-800-444-3353.

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8. Use safety eqUipment. Wear ansi-approved safety goggles, hearing protection and a niOsH-approved dust mask/respirator under a full face shield during set up, service, and use.

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UNPACKING

When unpacking, make sure the following accessories are included: blade adjustment gauge, “t” wrench, screwdriver, dust collection outlet, push block and fence angle gauge.

INSTALLATION

1. the Jointer planer should be installed permanently to a sturdy workbench for best results.

Each corner of the base should be fixed securely to the surface by using bolts, nuts and washers.

2. if you wish your Jointer planer to be portable, the following mounting instructions should be followed. Use a solid piece of wood (not particle board) with a minimum thickness 3/4”. this base must also be at least 36” L x 20”W. Bolt the Jointer Planer to the base with bolts, nuts and washers. When using the machine, clamp it firmly to a stable and secure location for best results.

WARNING: CheCK bLAde SeTTING ANd TIGhTNeSS befORe INITIAL USe.

AdJUSTMeNTS & OPeRATIONS

Cutting depth Adjustment

CAUTION! Turn the machine off, unplug and wait until blades reach a complete stop before adjusting the cutting depth!

1. to decrease the cutting depth, turn the depth control knob (67) clockwise; this will raise the infeed table. to increase the cutting depth, turn the dial counter-clockwise.

CAUTION! Never adjust the cutting depth so that it exceeds 1/8”!

2. To check your cutting depth adjustment, first put the depth adjustment gauge plate on the outfeed table and allow it to hang over the infeed table. Use a ruler with the proper graduations and measure from the bottom of the gauge to the top of the outfeed table. this will indicate your cutting depth.

fence Adjustment:

1. To adjust, angle your fence angle (0 o -45 o ), loosen both fence angle adjustment levers (52). adjust to desired angle to according to the scale and tighten both levers.

2. to adjust the position of the fence on the table, loosen both fence adjustment knobs (39). adjust to desired position and then tighten. this should be done when you desire only a certain section of the board to be planed or jointed.

3. When you have completed adjusting the fence, be certain that the auxiliary blade guard (45) is over the cutter head assembly.

Replacing and Adjusting blade:

CAUTION! Turn the machine off, unplug and wait until blades reach a complete stop before adjusting the cutting depth!

NOTE: Both blades must be replaced simultaneously or else the balance will be affected.

1. Loosen the two screws (54) holding the belt cover (29) on and remove it.

2. To fix the cutter head assembly (58) in place, pull the “U” shaped lock pin (36) out and reposition it in the upper hole on the back of the machine. (see associated label on the back of the Jointer planer.) Rotate the drive belt (28) by hand until assembly “clicks” into place. a small hole is provided in the pulley (73), which will accept a probe for easier turning.

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feeding Stock:

CAUTION: You should always use the push blocks with every operation. You must use the push blocks when working with stock that is less than 3” wide or thick.

CAUTION: Never feed with your hand on the end of the stock! Serious injury may result.

1. Always hold your stock firmly against the fence.

2. always feed at an even rate along the entire length. Hesitations or stops will result in marred and uneven finishes. Do not feed too fast.

3. apply even pressure. start feeding with your left hand forward and your right a couple inches behind. as your right hand passes over the blades, move your left hand behind the right. Continue shifting in this fashion until all of your stock has been planed.

bevel Planing:

1. set the fence to the desired angle.

2. move the fence in or out along the table to accommodate the desired planing width.

3. Plane along the edge of the stock. Make sure you are pushing the sock firmly against the fence.

MAINTeNANCe

V-belt Replacement:

1. Remove the Jointer planer from the wooden base.

2. Remove the belt cover (29).

3. Turn the machine over. Remove the base screen (10) by unscrewing the six M4 x 12 screws

(8).

4. Remove the base (22) by removing the eight M5 x 30 screws (20). When lifting the base off, be careful not to loosen any of the attached wires.

5. Remove the V-belt by simultaneously turning and pulling outward on it.

6. install the new V-belt by simultaneously turning and pushing inward on it.

7. Reattach the base, screen and belt cover. Reattach the Jointer planer to the wooden base.

brush replacement:

1. Follow steps 1 - 4 as described in V-Belt Replacement (above).

2. Remove the two brush caps (57-8) and remove the brushes (57-7). if they are worn past the indicator line, they must be replaced.

3. When installing the new brushes, guide the spring into the holder (57-6) and hold it in until the cap is in position.

4. Reattach the base, screen and belt cover. Reattach the Jointer planer to the wooden base.

fence Angle Adjustment Lever (52) adjustment: if one of the fence angle adjustment Levers (52) contacts the fence (44) while tightening, preventing it from fully tightening, perform the following steps:

1. Loosen the tapping screw (54) enough so that the fence angle adjustment Lever can turn without turning the Lock Bolt (46/51).

2. turn the fence angle adjustment Lever until it has enough room to travel to allow proper operation.

3. Make sure the Fence Angle Adjustment Lever (52) is pressed against the Lock Bolt (46/51) snugly. tighten the tapping screw (54) securely. test the fence for proper operation before use.

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Wiring Diagram

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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 the period of 90 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, criminal activity, improper installation, normal wear and tear, or to lack of 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 warranty is expressly in lieu of all other warranties, express or implied, including the warranties of merchantability and fitness.

To take advantage of this warranty, the product or part must be returned to us with transportation charges prepaid. Proof of purchase date 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.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

3491 Mission Oaks Blvd. • PO Box 6009 • Camarillo, CA 93011 • (800) 444-3353

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