12” Planer / Jointer with Helical Cutterhead

25-200H

4001824

Operator’s Manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Specifications.....................................................................................................................2

Safety Instructions ........................................................................................................3 - 6

Getting To Know Your Machine ..............................................................................................7

Contents of Package ..........................................................................................................7

Installation ......................................................................................................................8

Assembly .......................................................................................................................8 - 9

Adjustments...............................................................................................................10 - 17

Operation ..................................................................................................................18 - 20

Maintenance ....................................................................................................................21

Notes ...............................................................................................................................21

Troubleshooting .........................................................................................................22 - 23

Electricals & Wiring Diagram .......................................................................................5 & 23

Parts Explosions & Parts Lists ..................................................................................24 - 34

Warranty ..........................................................................................................................35

SPECIFICATIONS

Motor ....................................................................................................3 HP, TEFC

Motor Speed (no load)........................................................................... 3400 RPM

Volts ............................................................................................................. 220 V

Amps, Hertz .........................................................................................12 A, 60 Hz

Cutterhead Diameter ............................................................... 2-3/4" (69.85 mm)

Cutterhead Speed (RPM / CPM).....................................4700 RPM / 18,800 CPM

Number of Carbide Inserts, 4-sided.................................................................... 56

Knife Insert Size (L x W x T) ...................................................0.59" x 0.59" x 0.10"

Maximum Depth of Cut (Planing & Jointing) .................................. 1/8" (3.18 mm)

Maximum Cutting Width (Planing & Jointing)..................................12" (304.8 mm)

Maximum Cuttng Depth (Planing Height) .....................................7-7/8” (200 mm)

Planer Table Size ...............................................20-1/4" x 12" (514.4 x 304.8 mm)

Feed Speed Planing SF/min ........................................................... 23 (7 SM/min)

Jointer Table Size ...................................................13" x 49-3/8" (330 x 1254 mm)

Fence Size ..................................................................6" x 43" (152.4 x 1092 mm)

Fence Tilting Degree ................................................................................... 0 - 45°

Dust Port ............................................................................ 4” Diameter (100 mm)

Dust Collection Minimum CFM ........................................................................ 650

Noise Level (no load) .................................................................................. ≤98dB

Overall Size (LxWxH).....................49-1/4" x 19" x 34" (1251 x 863.6 x 482.6 mm)

Base Size ...........................................................25-1/2” x 19” (647.7 x 482.6 mm)

Net Weight ....................................................................................386 lbs (175 kg)

NOTE: The specifications, photographs, drawings and information in this manual represent the current model when the manual was prepared. Changes and improvements may be made at any time, with no obligation on the part of Rikon Power Tools, Inc. to modify previously delivered units. Reasonable care has been taken to ensure that the information in this manual is correct, to provide you with the guidelines for the proper safety, assembly and operation of this machine.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

IMPORTANT!

Safety is the single most important consideration in the operation of this equipment. The following instructions must be followed at all times. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious personal injury.

There are certain applications for which this tool was designed. We strongly recommend that this tool not be modified and/or used for any other application other than that for which it was designed. If you have any questions about its application, do not use the tool until you have contacted us and we have advised you.

SAFETY SYMBOLS

SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL: Indicates DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION. This symbol may be used

in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs.

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or

serious injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious

injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in minor or

moderate injury.

NOTICE: Shown without Safety Alert Symbol indicates a situation that may result in property damage.

GENERAL SAFETY

KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL. Read the owner’s manual carefully. Learn the tool’s applications, work capabilities, and its specific potential hazards.

4. AVOID A DANGEROUS WORKING ENVIRONMENT.

DO NOT use electrical tools in a damp environment or expose them to rain.

BEFORE USING YOUR MACHINE

To avoid serious injury and damage to the tool, read and follow all of the Safety and Operating Instructions before operating the machine.

5. DO NOT use electrical tools in the presence of flammable liquids or gasses.

6. ALWAYS keep the work area clean, well lit, and organized. DO NOT work in an environment with floor surfaces that are slippery from debris, grease, and wax.

1. Some dust created by using power tools contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

Some examples of these chemicals are:

• Lead from lead-based paints.

• Crystalline silica from bricks, cement, and 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.

2. READ the entire Owner’s Manual. LEARN how to use the tool for its intended applications.

7. KEEP VISITORS AND CHILDREN AWAY.

DO NOT permit people to be in the immediate work area, especially when the electrical tool is operating.

8. DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL to perform an operation for which it was not designed. It will do a safer and higher quality job by only performing operations for which the tool was intended.

9. WEAR PROPER CLOTHING. DO NOT wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties, or jewelry. These items can get caught in the machine during operations and pull the operator into the moving parts. The user must wear a protective cover on their hair, if the hair is long, to prevent it from contacting any moving parts.

3. GROUND ALL TOOLS.

If the tool is supplied with a 3 prong plug, it must be plugged into a 3-contact electrical receptacle. The 3rd prong is used to ground the tool and provide protection against accidental electric shock. DO

NOT remove the 3rd prong. See Grounding Instructions on the following pages.

10. CHILDPROOF THE WORKSHOP AREA by removing switch keys, unplugging tools from the electrical receptacles, and using padlocks.

11. ALWAYS UNPLUG THE TOOL FROM THE

ELECTRICAL RECEPTACLE when making adjustments, changing parts or performing any maintenance.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

12. KEEP PROTECTIVE GUARDS IN PLACE AND IN

WORKING ORDER.

13. AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. Make sure that the power switch is in the “OFF” position before plugging in the power cord to the electrical receptacle.

14. REMOVE ALL MAINTENANCE TOOLS from the immediate area prior to turning “ON” the machine.

15.

USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Use of incorrect or improper accessories could cause serious injury to the operator and cause damage to the tool. If in doubt, check the instruction manual that comes with that particular accessory.

16. NEVER LEAVE A RUNNING TOOL UNATTENDED.

Turn the power switch to the “OFF” position. DO NOT leave the tool until it has come to a complete stop.

17. DO NOT STAND ON A TOOL.

Serious injury could result if the tool tips over, or you accidentally contact the tool.

18. DO NOT store anything above or near the tool where anyone might try to stand on the tool to reach it.

19. MAINTAIN YOUR BALANCE. DO NOT extend yourself over the tool. Wear oil resistant rubber soled shoes. Keep floor clear of debris, grease, and wax.

20. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE.

Always keep tools clean and in good working order. Keep all blades and tool bits sharp, dress grinding wheels and change other abrasive accessories when worn.

21. EACH AND EVERY TIME, CHECK FOR DAMAGED

PARTS PRIOR TO USING THE TOOL.

Carefully check all guards to see that they operate properly, are not damaged, and perform their intended functions. Check for alignment, binding or breaking of moving parts. A guard or other part that is damaged should be immediately repaired or replaced.

22. DO NOT OPERATE TOOL WHILE TIRED, OR

UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF DRUGS, MEDICATION

OR ALCOHOL.

23. SECURE ALL WORK. Use clamps or jigs to secure the workpiece. This is safer than attempting to hold the workpiece with your hands.

24. STAY ALERT, WATCH WHAT YOU ARE DOING,

AND USE COMMON SENSE WHEN OPERATING A

POWER TOOL.

A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.

25. ALWAYS WEAR A DUST MASK TO PREVENT

INHALING DANGEROUS DUST OR AIRBORNE

PARTICLES , including wood dust, crystalline silica dust and asbestos dust. Direct particles away from face and body. Always operate tool in well ventilated area and provide for proper dust removal. Use dust collection system wherever possible. Exposure to the dust may cause serious and permanent respiratory or other injury, including silicosis (a serious lung disease), cancer, and death. Avoid breathing the dust, and avoid prolonged contact with dust. Allowing dust to get into your mouth or eyes, or lay on your skin may promote absorption of harmful material. Always use properly fitting NIOSH/OSHA approved respiratory protection appropriate for the dust exposure, and wash exposed areas with soap and water.

26. USE A PROPER EXTENSION CORD IN GOOD

CONDITION.

When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw. The table on the following page shows the correct size to use depending on cord length and nameplate amperage rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge.

The smaller the gauge number, the larger diameter of the extension cord. If in doubt of the proper size of an extension cord, use a shorter and thicker cord. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in a loss of power and overheating.

USE ONLY A 3-WIRE EXTENSION CORD THAT HAS

A 3-PRONG GROUNDING PLUG AND A 3-POLE

RECEPTACLE THAT ACCEPTS THE TOOL’S PLUG.

27. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION regarding the safe and proper operation of this product is available from:

• Power Tool Institute

1300 Summer Avenue

Cleveland, OH 44115-2851

www.powertoolinstitute.org

• National Safety Council

1121 Spring Lake Drive

Itasca, IL 60143-3201

www.nsc.org

• American National Standards Institute

25 West 43rd Street, 4th Floor

New York, NY 10036

www.ansi.org

• ANSI 01.1 Safety Requirements for

Woodworking Machines and the

U.S. Department of Labor regulations

www.osha.gov

28. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

Refer to them frequently and use them to instruct others.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

ELECTRICAL SAFETY EXTENSION CORDS

THIS TOOL REQUIRES THE INSTALLATION OF A 220V

PLUG (NOT INCLUDED), AND MUST BE GROUNDED

WHILE IN USE TO PROTECT THE OPERATOR FROM

ELECTRIC SHOCK.

IN THE EVENT OF A MALFUNCTION OR BREAK-

DOWN, grounding provides the path of least resistance for electric current and reduces the risk of electric shock.

This tool is equipped with an electric cord that has an equipment grounding conductor and requires a grounding plug (not included). The plug MUST be plugged into a matching electrical receptacle that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with ALL local codes and ordinances.

DO NOT MODIFY ANY PLUG. If it will not fit the electrical receptacle, have the proper electrical receptacle installed by a qualified electrician.

IMPROPER ELECTRICAL CONNECTION of the equipment grounding conductor can result in risk of electric shock. The conductor with the green insulation

(with or without yellow stripes) is the equipment grounding conductor. DO NOT connect the equipment grounding conductor to a live terminal if repair or replacement of the electric cord or plug is necessary.

CHECK with a qualified electrician or service personnel if you do not completely understand the grounding instructions, or if you are not sure the tool is properly grounded when installing or replacing a plug.

REPLACE A DAMAGED OR WORN CORD

IMMEDIATELY.

This tool is intended for use on a circuit that has a 220 volt electrical receptacle. FIGURE A shows the type of the 220v, 3-wire electrical plug and electrical receptacle that has a grounding conductor that is required.

USE OF AN EXTENSION CORD WITH THIS MACHINE

IS NOT RECOMMENDED. FOR BEST POWER AND

SAFETY, PLUG THE MACHINE DIRECTLY INTO A

DEDICATED GROUNDED ELECTRICAL OUTLET

THAT IS WITHIN THE SUPPLIED CORD LENGTH OF

THE MACHINE.

IF AN EXTENSION CORD NEEDS TO BE USED, IT

SHOULD ONLY BE FOR LIMITED OPERATION OF

THE MACHINE. THE EXTENSION CORD SHOULD BE

AS SHORT AS POSSIBLE IN LENGTH, AND HAVE A

MINIMUM GAUGE SIZE OF 14AWG.

USE ONLY A 3-WIRE EXTENSION CORD THAT HAS

THE PROPER TYPE OF A 3-PRONG GROUNDING

PLUG THAT MATCHES THE MACHINE'S 3-PRONG

PLUG AND ALSO THE 3-POLE RECEPTACLE THAT

ACCEPTS THE TOOL’S PLUG. *

Check extension cords before each use. If damaged replace immediately. Never use a tool with a damaged cord, since touching the damaged area could cause electrical shock, resulting in serious injury.

Use a proper extension cord. Only use cords listed by

Underwriters Laboratories (UL). Other extension cords can cause a drop in line voltage, resulting in a loss of power and overheating of tool. When operating a power tool outdoors, use an outdoor extension cord marked

“W-A” or “W”. These cords are rated for outdoor use and reduce the risk of electric shock.

Keep the extension cord clear of the working area. Position the cord so that it will not get caught on lumber, tools or other obstructions while you are working with your power tool.

* Canadian electrical codes require extension cords to be certified SJT type or better.

** The use of an adapter in Canada is not acceptable.

Sample of 220 volt plug required for this machine.

Consult a qualified electrician if the distance of the machine from the electrical panel is greater than 30 feet.

FIG. A

THIS SYMBOL DESIGNATES

THAT THIS TOOL IS LISTED BY

THE INTERTEK TESTING

SERVICES, TO UNITED STATES

AND CANADIAN STANDARDS.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR PLANER / JOINTERS

This machine is intended for the surfacing of natural, solid woods. The permissible workpiece dimensions must be observed (see Technical Specification). Any other use not as specified, including modification of the machine or use of parts not tested and approved by the equipment manufacturer can cause unforeseen damage.

ATTENTION: Use of this planer/jointer still presents risks that cannot be eliminated by the manufacturer. Therefore, the user must be aware that wood working machines are dangerous if not used with care and all safety precautions are adhered to.

1. Do not operate this machine until you have read all of the following instructions.

2. Do not attempt to operate this machine until it is completely assembled.

3. Do not turn ON this machine if any pieces are damaged or missing.

4. This machine must be properly grounded.

5. If you are not familiar with the operation of the machine, obtain assistance from a qualified person.

6. Always wear approved, safety protective eyewear and hearing protection when operating this machine.

7. Always wear a dust mask and use adequate dust collection and proper ventilation.

8. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry when operating this machine. Keep long hair tied back.

9. Always make sure the power switch is in the OFF position prior to plugging in the machine.

10. Always make sure the power switch is in the OFF position and the machine is unplugged when doing any cleaning, assembly, setup operation, or when not in use.

11. Make sure all safety guards and hardware are securely tightened before operating the machine.

12. Regularly check that the blades are locked tight in the cutterhead.

13. Always keep hands and fingers away from the cutterhead, chip exhaust opening, feed rollers, belts and pulleys to prevent injury. Use push blocks when jointing wood shorter than 12" long, plus any narrow or thin stock.

14. Never joint wood less than 8" long, widths under 3/4", or material less than 1/4" thick.

15. Never make cuts deeper than 1/8”. Multiple cuts, 1/16" or less, produce better finish results.

16. Make sure there are no loose knots, nails, staples, dirt or foreign objects in the workpiece to be surfaced.

17. Use extra caution with large, warped, very small or awkward workpieces. Joint warped boards flat before planing.

18. Use extra supports (roller stands, saw horses, tables etc, for any workpieces large enough to tip when not held

down to the table top surfaces.

19. Surface wood in the same direction of the grain, not across the grain. Never plane end cuts or end grain.

20. Joint and plane only one workpiece at a time. Vary the feeding of the workpieces along the cutterhead, center/left/right, so that all of the knives get used and thus remain sharp, longer.

21. Never reach inside of a running machine, and avoid awkward operations and hand positions where a sudden slip

could cause fingers or a hand to move into the cutterhead.

22. Do not clear a jammed workpiece while the machine is running. Stop the machine, unplug it from the power scource, and then remove the jammed workpiece. Lowering the table may be necessary to dislodge the workpiece.

23. Keep your face and body to one side of the machine during use, out of line with a possible 'kick back' (lumber caught in by the rotating cutterehead and thrown back towards the operator).

24. The use of any accessories or attachments not recommended may cause injury to you and damage your machine.

25. Sharpen or replace dull or chipped knives immediately, as injury to the user, or the machine, may result.

26. Replacement knives/inserts should be from, or through a source recommended by the manufacturer.

27. Remove material or debris from the work area. Keep work area neat and clean.

This owner’s manual is not a teaching aid and is intended to show assembly, adjustments, and general use.

CALFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING: Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.Your risk from exposure to these chemicals varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure, work in a well-ventilated area and with approved safety equipment, such as dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.

For more detailed information about California Proposition 65 log onto rikontools.com.

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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR MACHINE

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A. ON/OFF Switch

B. Jointer Table Lock Handle

C. Cutterhead Guard Assembly

D. Jointer Fence

E. Infeed Table

F. Planer Table

G. Dust Port Release Knob

H. Jointer Table Adjustments

I. Roller Table

J. Motor Mounting Fasteners

K. Planer Table Height Wheel

L. Planer Height Scale

M. Dust Port

N. Outfeed table

O. Cabinet

CONTENTS OF PACKAGE

Carefully unpack your machine from its carton. Check for any shipping damage, and make sure the following parts are included. If any parts are missing or broken, please call RIKON Customer Service (877-884-5167) as soon as possible for replacements. DO NOT turn your machine ON if any of these items are missing. You may cause injury to yourself or damage to the machine.

LIST OF LOOSE PARTS

A

D

G

F

H

C

B

E

A. Wrenches - 13mm & 10mm

B. Star T25 Screwdriver

C. Hex Wrenches - 4mm & 5mm

D. Cutterhead Guard Assembly

E. Cutterhead Guard Cap

F. Fence Assembly

G. Lock Handle & Washer

H. Push Block

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INSTALLATION

MOVING & INSTALLING THE PLANER

When moving the planer/jointer,

DO NOT carry it with the infeed and outfeed rollers.

Use a forklift, or pallet jack under the machine to lift and move the planer, or with straps or battens placed under the planer bed. FIG. 1, A.

1. Position the machine on a solid, level foundation that is located in an area that ample space in front and in back of the planer/jointer for the moving of lumber to be milled. Align the machine so that during use, any kickback will not face aisles, doorways, or other work areas that bystanders may be in. Do not locate or use the machine in damp or wet conditions.

2. The machine is firmly bolted to a pallet with 4 bolts and nuts. Once the planer/jointer is in the area where it will reside, unbolt it from the pallet. The bolts are located through the two openings at the bottom ends.

3. Carefully move the machine off the pallet by pushing the lower body/frame of the machine. Do not push or lift the planer/jointer by the extension table, upper lid area, or by the jointer infeed & outfeed tables as this may damage the machine.

4. Once in place in your shop, secure the machine to the floor with lag screws (not supplied). Use the same four holes that secured the planer/ jointer to the pallet for transport. FIG. 2.

A

FIG. 1

FIG. 2

ASSEMBLY

THE MACHINE MUST NOT BE PLUGGED IN AND THE POWER SWITCH

MUST BE IN THE 'OFF' POSITION UNTIL ASSEMBLY IS COMPLETE.

Unpacking and Clean-up

1. Carefully remove all contents from the shipping carton. Compare the contents with the list of contents to make sure

that all of the items are accounted for, before discarding any packing material. Place parts on a protected surface

for easy identification and assembly.

2. Report any shipping damage to your local distributor.

3. Clean all rust protected surfaces with ordinary house hold type grease or spot remover. Do not use; gasoline, paint

thinner, mineral spirits, etc. These may damage painted surfaces.

4. Apply a coat of paste wax to the table to prevent rust. Wipe all parts thoroughly with a clean dry cloth. Be careful

when reaching inside of the planer as the knives are sharp and may cause injury if touched.

5. Set packing material and shipping carton aside. Do not discard until the machine has been set up and is running

properly.

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ASSEMBLY

JOINTER FENCE INSTALLATION

For shipping purposes, the Sliding Fence Bracket (#293) is installed incorrectly, backwards, extending above the table surface. FIG. 3, A. This bracket must be reversed before installing the fence.

WARNING: When working on, or near the machine's bed, avoid the risk of personal injury by cuts that may result from touching the knife inserts' sharp edges!

1. Remove the Hex Bolts (#294) that attach the bracket to the table casting, and turn the bracket around 180 degrees. See FIG. 4 for the correct position for the bracket.

2. Attach the bracket in place with the three hex bolts and washers.

3. Locate the Locking Handle and Washer (#292, 246) from the loose parts bag, and install the handle onto the sliding fence bracket as shown in FIG. 4, B.

4. The Jointer Fence has been pre-assembled for shipping. Slide the fence Guide Rail (#300) into the fence bracket through the hole, and lock it in place with the handle. FIG. 5.

The Fence Assembly includes a 6" x 43" extruded aluminum fence, angle adjustment mechanism, angle scale, and safety cutterhead guard. See page 10 for information on adjusting the fence for jointing.

INSTALLING THE CUTTERHEAD GUARD

The cutterhead guard is shipped in two parts; the arm and bracket Assembly (#360, 364) and Guard (#371). When assembled and installed, it can be adjusted to provide maximum protection to the user from the sharp cutterhead insert knives. Always operate the machine with the guard properly adjusted for the width and thickness of your stock being jointed. Keep the guard covering the full cutterhead when the machine is nt in use to avoid any accidents.

WARNING: When working on, or near the machine's bed, avoid the risk of personal injury by cuts that may result from touching the knife inserts' sharp edges!

1. Remove the two Hex Socket Screws (#132) that are pre-installed on the front side of the outfeed table. FIG. 6.

2. Install the bracket on the end of the Cutterhead Guard

Assembly using the two of hex socket screws. Make sure the Square Washer/plate (#384) stays between the table and cutterhead guard bracket.

3. Insert the curved Cutterhead Guard (#371) through the front of the guard assembly. The guard will slide back and forth to cover the cutterhead, and can be secured in position with the top knob.

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FIG. 3

FIG. 4

FIG. 5

FIG. 6

B

ADJUSTMENTS

JOINTER FENCE ADJUSTMENT

The jointer fence provides lateral support for the workpiece when surface planing.

1. After loosening the Locking Handle (#292, FIG.7, A), the jointer fence can be moved forward or backwards over the jointer bed and cutterhead, to match the workpiece width.

2. The jointer fence can be tilted to any angle between

90°- 45°. To adjust the fence angle, loosen the ratchet

Locking Handle (#291, B) and Pin Stop Knob (#288, C).

3. Tilt the fence to the angle desired, then re-tighten the locking handle (B) to ensure the fence is securely in position. The pin stop knob only secures the fence in the

90° position, so is not active when the fence is set at an angle.

SETTING THE FENCE TO 90° & 45°

4. To set the fence at 90° to the table surface, set a try square (FIG. 8, D) against the fence extrusion (E).

5. Lightly loosen the three Hex Bolts (#294, F) on the base of the Sliding Bracket (#293, G), and adjust the Set

Screws (#152, H) until the fence is square with the jointer table. Adjust the set screws in pairs, with the same amount of rotations. The two forward set screws will tilt the fence slightly backwards, and the two rear set screws will tilt the fence forward.

6. When the fence extrusion is exactly 90°, tighten the hex bolts to secure the fence assembly in position.

7. To set the fence at exactly 45° backwards , set a miter square (FIG. 9, H) against the fence extrusion. This angle is actually 135° from the jointer table.

8. There are two Hex Bolts (#302, FIG 9, I) at the bottom of the Fence Bracket (#283, J) that touch the table when at the 45° setting. Ajust the hex bolts until the fence extrusion is exactly set at 45°, then secure the bolts in position with their Hex Nuts (#301).

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INFEED TABLE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT

The jointer's Infeed Table (#92, FIG. 10, K) is adjusted up and down by using the adjusting Lever (L). This regulates the cutting depth for edge jointing and surface planing.

1. Loosen the Locking Handle (#105, M).

2. Move the Lever (L) to raise or lower the table. The

Scale (#341, N), located next to the adjusting lever, corresponds to the depth of cut - how much material is being removed - from 0" to 1/8".

3. After adjustment to the table height that you desire, tighten the locking handle to secure the table in position.

NOTE: Never make cuts deeper than 1/8”. Multiple cuts,

1/16" or less, produce better finish results.

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FIG. 8

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FIG. 9

FIG. 10

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ADJUSTMENTS

PLANER TABLE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT

Height adjustment of the planer's table is made with the

Handwheel (#193, FIG. 11, A). One full turn of the crank changes the height of the Planer's Table (#386, B) by

5/32".

- Clockwise Turning = raises the planer bed

- Counter-Clockwise Turning = lowers the planer bed.

The planing thickness is indicated on the Scale (#172, C).

A maximum of 1/8" material can be removed in one pass through the planer. Do not exceed this depth of cut or damage to your machine may result.

The maximum thickness of stock to be planed is 8", and the maximum width of boards is 12" wide.

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ADJUSTING THE EXTENSION TABLE

An Extension Table (#422) with rollers is supplied preinstalled on the planer to help support lumber as it exits the machine during use. FIG. 12.

1. The rollers on the extension table should be level with the planer's table. Use a straight edge to check and confirm that the extension table is properly aligned in height with the planer's table.

2. If the extension table is properly aligned, make sure that the bolts that secure the extension table to the planer's table are tightened. If the extension table is not level, loosen the bolts so that the extension table can be positioned correctly level with the planer's table.

3. Once the extension table is positioned level with the planer's table, secure it in place by tightening the fasteners.

ADJUSTMENTS

ON/OFF SWITCHES

The planer is equipped with a standard, push button ON/

OFF safety switch (#6) located on the front of the machine. FIG. 13. Push the top green button to start the planer. Push the lower red button to stop the planer.

Two additional automatic OFF, safety micro-switches

(#332) are located under the machine's rear Cover (#131).

Should the cover ever be opened while the machine is running, these switches will stop the machine from operating.

NOTE: When working on the planer, the machine should always have the red, OFF button engaged and the cord un-plugged from the power source.

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FIG. 12

FIG. 13

MICRO

SWITCHES

UNDER

COVER

ADJUSTMENTS

THE MACHINE MUST NOT BE PLUGGED IN AND THE POWER SWITCH

MUST BE IN THE OFF POSITION UNTIL ADUSTMENTS ARE COMPLETE.

ROTATING OR REPLACING KNIFE INSERTS

INDEX MARK

STAR HEAD

SET SCREW

This machine has a helical cutterhead with four rows of carbide knife inserts. Each of the 56 inserts on the cutterhead are indexed and have four sharpened sides.

If the knives become dull, or one becomes nicked, simply loosen the retaining screws with the supplied star head screwdriver, lift up and rotate the inserts to a new sharpened edge. No setting is required, as the cutterhead has been machined to automatically index and set the inserts in proper position for use. When all four sides of an insert are dull, the insert can be easily removed and a new carbide insert placed in the location.

To rotate or remove a carbide insert knife:

CARBIDE INSERT

KNIFE HAS 4

SHARP EDGES

FIG. 14

Wear gloves when changing knife inserts to avoid the risk of personal injury by cuts that may result from touching the sharp edges!

1. Unplug power cable.

2. Remove the Screw (#350), that holds the Insert in the cutterhead, and the Insert knife (#349). FIG. 14.

3. While the insert is removed, clean any resin buildup or trapped dust from the surfaces of the cutterhead with a suitable solvent. A tooth brush works well for safe cleaning around the sharp inserts. Any accumulated dust can affect the seating of the insert in the cutterhead.

4. Rotate the insert so that a new sharpened edge is in position. The inserts have a indication mark on their top surface corner, so that you can reference the positioning of the insert's dulled or sharpened edges. FIG. 14, 15, 16.

5. Tighten the insert's set screw to lock the insert back in position. DO NOT overtighten the screw or damage to the insert may result. Torque to 50-55 in/lbs.

6. Plug in the power cable when you are ready to resume jointing and planing.

JOINTER TABLE ALIGNMENT

For the best surfacing of workpieces, the jointer's infeed and outfeed tables must be set at the same level to form a large 'flat' surface. These tables must also be in alignment with the cutterhead for true surfacing, when you measure the flatness of a board from side-to-side and end-to-end.

The machine has been factory set before shipping - the infeed table being set to the cutterhead knives, and then the outfeed table set to the infeed table. But once the machine has been set in its final location in the shop, the table alignments should be checked to make sure that there has been no movement during its handling.

1. Position and lock the infeed table at its high '0" ' setting, so that it should be level with the outfeed table.

2. Slide the fence and cutterhead guard to the sides and off the tables to reveal the whole table surfaces. FIG. 17.

continued on page 13 12

FIG. 15

FIG. 16

FIG. 17

ADJUSTMENTS

Table Alignment continued from page 12

NOTE: It may be easier to remove the fence assembly and guard for this exercise.

STRAIGHT

EDGE

3. Rotate the cutterhead so that the knife inserts do not interfere with the measurements that will be taken.

4. With a long metal straight edge, place it length-wise along the outfeed table so that it extends onto the infeed table. The straight edge should lie level across BOTH tables. If it does, the tables are true to each other, and the machine guards can be re-set for use. FIG. 18.

If the straight edge does not lie flat across both tables, then the tables must be adjusted. Tune the outfeed table, as the infeed table was factory set to the cutterhead.

ADJUSTING THE OUTFEED TABLE

1. The outfeed table needs to be lifted up and back into a verticle position. See page 19, step 1 & 2 for full details on this process. The Dust Chute (#30) should be left in the down, jointer-use position so adjustments can be made.

2. With the table up, the Mounting Base (#151) for the out-feed table is exposed. The base has three Hex Bolts

(#154) and four Set Screws (#152) that fasten the table to the cabinet. The set screws can be adjusted to slightly tilt the table to align it with the infeed table. FIG. 19.

3. Slightly loosen the three hex bolts so that the set screws can be adjusted. With small 1/8 or 1/4 turns of the set screws, tilt the table as needed. A clockwise turn will advance the set screw, a counter-clockwise turn will retract them from the base casting.

- The pair of 2 set screws to the far left will raise the left end of the table. FIG. 19, A & B.

- The pair of 2 set screws to the far right will raise the forward edge of the table, nearest the cutterhead. C & D.

- The pair of screws furthest back in the base will tilt the back of the table upward. B & C.

- The pair of 2 set screws at the front of the base will lift up the front edge of the table. A & D.

A

B

FIG. 18

FIG. 19

C

D

- The table can also be tilted down, or up, towards a specific corner should the situation arise. Three of the set screws would be adjusted for this. Example: To tilt the far left corner of the table up, set screws D, then A & C would be turned. Screw B would be the 'pivot point'

4. The table can also be tilted forward or back with the two

Special Bolts (#142, FIG. 20, E & F). The combination of the six bolts and screws (A-F) provide a great range of table positioning to level it with the infeed table.

E

G

F

FIG. 20

5. Once adjustments are made, the outfeed table should be lowered and the flatness measurement taken again with the straight edge.This may require a few attempts to get the tables in alignment. Then the three hex bolts (#154) can be tightened to lock the settings. The two Special Bolts

(E & F) should also be checked to make sure that they both lie on the Cabinet, then tightened.

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6. With the table lowered, make sure the safety Table Lock

(#146) will engage. This special bolt can be adjusted up or down by its threaded end, then set with the nut . FIG 20, G.

7. Re-adjust, or install the fence and guard for use.

ADJUSTMENTS

ADJUSTING THE INFEED TABLE

The Infeed Table is pre-set by the factory to align with the cutterhead's knife inserts. Should an adjustment be required, the following steps are needed.

1. The outfeed table with the fence and cutterhead guard needs to be lifted up and back into a verticle position. See page 19, step 1 & 2 for full details on this process. The

Dust Chute (#30) should be left in the down, jointer-use position so adjustments can be made.

2. With the outfeed table up, the Front Cover (#136, A) and Rear Cover (#131, B) must be removed to access the bolts that will adjust the infeed table. FIG. 21.

3. The infeed table rises and lowers on four mounting bolts

(#98, FIG. 22, A), and self-align with the cutterhead. These bolts do not have to be adjusted. Raise the infeed table to its highest, 0", level and use a metal straight edge to check its level flatness with the outfeed table.

4. To change the angle, or tilt of the infeed table there are three Hex Bolts (#95, FIG. 22, B) that can be used to move the table, if needed.

5. The bolts closest to the cutterhead will allow for table height adjustment to the knives, as well as level adjustment.

6. The bolts further from the cutterhead will adjust the table slope towards and away from the knives.

7. The center bolts act as pivots while making the adjustments on the other bolts. Their settings do not need to be changed, unless extra movement of the table is necessary.

8. Once adjustments are made, the infeed table should be checked for flatness with the outfeed table with a straight edge. FIG. 23. This may require a few attempts to get the tables in alignment. When the infeed table is flat to the outfeed table, the hex bolts can be tightened to lock the settings.

7. Re-install the covers, lower the outfeed table with fence and guard, and the machine is ready for use.

THE MACHINE MUST NOT BE

PLUGGED IN AND THE POWER SWITCH MUST BE IN

THE OFF POSITION UNTIL ALL ADJUSTMENTS ARE

COMPLETE.

A

A

FIG. 21

B

FIG. 22

B

A

PLANER TABLE ALIGNMENT

The machine has been factory set before shipping - the planer's table being set parallel to the cutterhead knives.

But once the machine has been set in its final location in the shop, the table alignment should be checked to make sure that there has been no movement during its handling.

WARNING: When working on, or near the machine's bed, avoid the risk of personal injury by cuts that may result from touching the knife inserts' sharp edges!

14

FIG. 23

Planer Table Alignment continued from page 14

ADJUSTMENTS

1. Make sure that the planer/jointer's switch is turned off, and the plug is disconnected from the power source.

2. The outfeed table with the fence and cutterhead guard needs to be lifted up and back into a verticle position. See page 19, step 1 & 2 for full details on this process. The

Dust Chute (#30) should be pivoted up onto the infeed table in the planing use position, so adjustments can be made. FIG. 24.

NOTE: The cutterhead is fixed in position and any adjustments must be made through the table's setting.

3. To confirm that the planer table is set parallel to the cutterhead, measurements from the table surface to the underside of the cutterhead are made. The distance from the far right side of the planer's table should be the same as the distance taken at the far left of the table.

4. Place a Gauge Block (FIG. 25), or other measuring tool, onto the planer table, directly under the cutterhead.

5. Raise the table until with the hand wheel until the gauge block makes contact with the cutterhead knife inserts, or the solid body of the cutterhead cylinder.

6. Move the gauge block to the other side of the table to check to see if the gauge block is at the same measurement. If the distance is not the same, then the planer table has to be adjusted to make up this difference.

NOTE: Since the cutterhead is of a helical design, care must be taken to make the measurements at the same spot on the either end of the head. This may require that the cutterhead be rotated so that the gauge block comes in contact with either the knife inserts or body, same as was used on the first measurement taken.

ADJUSTING THE PLANER TABLE

7. The planer table assembly is attached to the cabinet by four Hex Bolts (#394, FIG. 26, A). Next to these bolts are four Hex Socket Screws (#396, B) that can be adjusted to raise an end of the planer table so that it will be parallel with the cutterhead.

8. Slightly loosen the four hex bolts at the corners of the base plate.

9. Depending on which side of the planer's table needs to be raised, turn the hex screws at that side of the base to raise the base/table.

10. Repeat measuring with the gauge block and making adjustments until the table is parallel with the cutterhead.

11. Once the table and cutterhead are parallel, tighten the four hex bolts to secure the fasteners in place.

12. Remove the gauge block from the mouth of the planer and check all parts to confirm the machine is ready for use.

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B

A

FIG. 24

FIG. 25

FIG. 26

A

B

ADJUSTMENTS

ADJUSTING THE CUTTERHEAD

The Cutterhead that holds the knife inserts is fastened to the machine's cabinet, and is not adjustable. Based on the postion of this main component of the machine, all of the other parts - rollers and tables - are then pre-set by the factory to align with the cutterhead. Should any of the tables or rollers get out of parallel with the cutterhead, they can be adjusted separately following the instructions in this manual.

THE MACHINE MUST NOT BE

PLUGGED IN AND THE POWER SWITCH MUST BE IN

THE OFF POSITION UNTIL ALL ADJUSTMENTS ARE

COMPLETE.

B

ADJUSTING THE FEED ROLLERS

The Infeed (#57) and Outfeed (#56) Rollers are pre-set by the factory to align parallel with the cutterhead and knife inserts. These spring loaded rollers are set just below the cutterhead, so that they engage the lumber and move it through the planer. Should an adjustment be required to increase or decrease the amount of downward pressure they exert on the lumber, the following steps are needed.

1. Make sure that the planer/jointer's switch is turned off, and the plug is disconnected from the power source.

2. The outfeed table with the fence and cutterhead guard needs to be lifted up and back into a verticle position. See page 19, step 1 & 2 for full details on this process.

3. With the outfeed table up, the Front Cover (#136, A) and Rear Cover (#131, B) must be removed to access the bolts that will adjust the feed rollers' pressure. FIG. 27.

4. Under the Cutterblock Brackets (#51), the Tightening

Rods (#52) hold the compression Springs (#53) in place with the bottom Hex Nuts (#340, FIG. 28, N) The hex nuts must be tightened or loosened with an offset wrench (not supplied).

- By raising the hex nuts UP the threaded rods, the spring is compressed and the downward pressure of its roller is increased upon the lumber being fed through the planer.

- By lowering the hex nuts DOWN the threaded rods, the spring compression is reduced, and its rollers exert less pressure down onto the lumber.

5. Once the rollers are set, re-install the covers, lower the outfeed table with fence and guard, and the machine is ready for use.

N

A

FIG. 27

FIG. 28

A

N

B

ADJUSTING DRIVE BELTS

The cutterhead drive belt and the feedgear drive belt need to be checked periodically and retightened if necessary.

Belts will stretch with use, especially when they are new and are breaking in. Both drive belts are located behind the machine's rear cover and side panel. FIG. 29, A & B.

continued on page 17

16

FIG. 29

Drive Belt Adjustment continued from page 16

ADJUSTMENTS

To inspect, adjust or change the drive belts:

1. Make sure that the planer/jointer's switch is turned off, and the plug is disconnected from the power source.

2. Pull the fence forward, and remove the side panel and belt cover to expose the motor, pulleys and belts. FIG. 29.

TENSIONING THE DRIVE BELTS

3. Check the Cutterhead Drive Belt (#222, FIG. 30, A) tension with thumb pressure. The drive belt should not give more than 3/8" in the center. FIG. 31.

4. From outside, rear of the machine, loosen the four Nuts

(#223, FIG. 32) that secure the motor in place. Lift the motor to slacken the tension on the drive belt, or move it down to increase the belt tension.

5. When the belt tension is correct, tighten the motor mounting nuts that were done in step 4.

6. The Feed Roller Belt (#220), FIG. 30, B) is automatically tensioned with the Spring (#248, C) and requires no adjustments.

7. The Feed Roller Chain (#228, FIG. 30, D) is factory set and should not require any setting changes. However, to increase or decrease the chain overlap, the Bearing with

Sleeve (#230, E) can be adjusted in or out with Bolt & Nut

(#233, 229).

NOTE: While the side panel and cutterhead cover are open, remove any chips and dust that may have accumulated with a dust collector or brush.

8. When all belts have been checked and any maintenace has been done, replace the side panel and belt cover and secure them in position with the screws.

A

D

B

E

FIG. 30

FIG. 31

REPLACING THE DRIVE BELTS

1. To replace the Drive Belt (#222), follow the same steps,

#3-5 above. Loosen the tension until the belt can be easily removed from the Motor Pulley (#221) and Cutterhead

Pulley (#235). Once removed, reverse the steps to install and re-tension the new belt on the pulleys.

2. To replace the Feed Roller Belt (#220), the Drive Belt must first be removed. With the motor loose and lifted, there should be enough slack to install a new Feed Roller

Belt. If not, the tensioning Spring (#248) can also be un-hooked to allow the Cam Wheel Bracket (#244) to swing loose. Re-fastened the spring once the belt has been installed. Then reverse the steps to install the drive belt and re-tension it on the pulleys.

3. When all work on the belts has been done, replace the side panel and belt cover and secure them in position with the screws. 17

MOTOR

MOUNTING

NUTS

D

FIG. 32

C

OPERATION

Before turning on the machine, review the safety precautions listed on pages 3 to 6. Make sure that you fully understand the features, adjustments and capabilities of the machine that are outlined throughout this manual.

JOINTER OPERATION

The function of the jointer is to surface plane flat, one side or edge of a board/workpiece.

To use the jointer:

- Place the workpiece on top of the right, infeed table.

- The workpiece will be cut on its underside by the

rotating cutterhead knives. FIG. 34.

- When jointing, the feeding direction of the workpiece is

right-to-left over the cutterhead. FIG. 33.

NOTE: Workpiece dimensions:

- Length: use a push stick to feed boards shorter

than 12" ; for lumber over 60" use support rollers.

- Width: maximum 12".

- Thickness: minimum 1/4". The use of push blocks is

necessary when face planing thin material.

- Depth of Cut: maximum 1/8". Multiple cuts of 1/16"

or less, produce better finish results.

1. Assume the proper operating position: stand to the

side of the infeed table with feet apart for stability

through the whole cutting process. FIG. 33.

2. Set the jointer fence position and angle as required.

3. Set the depth of cut / thickness.

4. Place the workpiece against the jointer fence for

support through the cutting action.

5. Adjust the cutterhead guard for user protection. FIG.

34 and 35.

NOTE: When cutting narrow board edges or workpieces more than 3" thick, set the cutterhead guard so that it is close to the side against the workpiece. FIG. 35.

- For planing the face of a plank or workpieces up to

3" thick, lower the cutterhead guard to just above the workpiece. Adjust the guard to distances not exceeding the dimensions recommended below, and in FIG. 34:

- Rear edge (A) – workpiece maximum 1/8" (3mm).

- Front edge (B) – workpiece maximum 3/32" (2mm).

6. Turn the machine on and place the workpiece on the infeed table. Feed the workpiece toward the cutterhead, exerting downward pressure until the workpiece clears the cutterhead on the outfeed table side. Always keep your hands away from the cutterhead to avoid any accidents.

- Run boards at different positions along the width of the cutterhead to utilize the full length of the cutting knives.

Jointing in one area of the cutterhead, will quickly dull the knives in that area.

18 max. 3 mm

1/8"

A

FIG. 33

FIG. 34

FIG. 35

B max. 2 mm

3/32"

OPERATION

PLANER OPERATION

Thickness planing is used to reduce a workpiece with one already surface planed surface to a desired thickness.

To use the planer, the upper, outfeed jointer table & fence assembly must be tilted up and out of the way. FIG. 37.

1. Pull the jointer fence fully forward, and tighten the locking handle (FIG. 36, A)

2. Twist the clamping Handle (#143, FIG. 37, B) up and then pull it outward to release the outfeed table. Swing the table (C) and fence assembly up and to the back of the machine. Make sure the outfeed table's locking Bracket

(#147, D) is engaged to keep the table in the upward / open position. NOTE: When closing the outfeed table, don't forget to release the locking bracket, or damage to the machine may occur.

3. Pivot the Dust Chute (#30, FIG. 37, E) up and over the jointer infeed table where it will automatically lock in place with the Locking Pin (F). Attach your dust collector's 4" hose to the dust port before any planing is done.

It is extremely important that a dust collection system is used with this planer to eliminate harmful airborne dust, prevent the build-up of chips that may jam the roller system in the cutterhead, and to keep the working area clean of debris.

To use the planer:

- The board surface that has been already jointed flat

rests down onto the planer's table.

- The board will be cut on its upper surface by the

cutterhead as it passes through the planer.

- When planing, the feeding direction of the workpiece is

left-to-right under the cutterhead. FIG. 38.

D

A

C

NOTE: Workpiece dimensions for planing;

- Length: minimum 12"; for lumber over 60" use roller

supports.

- Width: maximum 12".

- Thickness: minimum 1/4"; maximum 8".

- Depth of Cut: maximum 1/8". Multiple cuts of 1/16" or

less, produce better finish results.

1. To feed the workpiece into the machine, assume proper operating position, FIG. 38. Stand offset to one side of the feed opening to avoid any kick-back, should it occur.

Do not push the lumber once the infeed roller has been engaged. Let the infeed roller move the workpiece into the planer at its own pace.

2. To remove the workpiece from the machine, position yourself offset to one side of the outfeed opening. FIG. 39.

Do not pull the lumber as it exits the machine. Let the outfeed roller move the workpiece out of the planer at its own rate, but support the lumber as it extends past the extension rollers, if needed.

continued page 20 19

FIG. 36

FIG. 37

FIG. 38

FIG. 39

B

E

F

OPERATION

Planer Operation continued from page 19

3. Set planing thickness. Measure your board's thickness and set the planer to this measurement, or 1/16" under this figure. For the initial pass, you do not want to take off an excessive amount of stock (over 1/8"), or damage to the planer may result. Repeated passes through the planer will get you to your final desired board thickness.

4. Feed boards slowly and straight into the planer. Boards will be automatically fed through the planer by the infeed and outfeed rollers.

- Guide workpieces straight into and through the planer.

The cutting action of the cutterhead may try to turn a board being surfaced, so slight controlling of the board may be necessary. Do not push the board forward, let the planer's rollers automatically move the board through the machine.

5. Remove the board from the planer. Ref: Step 2, Do not pull the lumber as it exits the machine. Let the out-feed roller move the workpiece out of the planer at its own rate, but support the lumber as it extends past the extension rollers, if needed.

- Make sure that there are no loose knots, nails, staples, dirt or foreign objects in the wood to be planed.

- Surface wood in the same direction of the grain, not across the grain. Never plane end cuts or end grain.

- Do not plane boards that are less than 12" long. Short boards should be planed end to end with other boards to prevent kick-back and snipe.

- Boards longer than 60" should have additional support as they enter and exit the planer, so that they do not tip up or down, causing snipe on the ends.

- Run boards through the planer at different positions along the width of the bed to utilize the full length of the cutting knives. Planing only in the center, or through one side of the planer, will quickly dull the knives in that area.

- To thickness plane stock with surfaces are not parallel, use suitable feeding aids (make fitting templates).

SNIPE

The term 'snipe' refers to the depression that may occur at the front or rear of a board during planing. It is caused by uneven pressure on the cutterhead when a board is fed into the planer, or when exiting. FIG. 40.

Avoid snipe by keeping your lumber firmly down onto the planer bed at the beginning of the cut, and also at the end of the cutting action, as the lumber exits the planer.

PLANER BED

FIG. 40

FEED

ROLLER

SQUARING A WORKPIECE EXAMPLE

1. FIG. 22, A - On the jointer, surface side 1 flat.

2. B - After surfacing side 1, turn the workpiece 90º so that side 1 now rests against the fence. Joint side 2 flat.

The workpiece will now have two sides at 90° to eachother.

FENCE

1

JOINTER

A

CUTTERHEAD

3

90º

FIG. 41

1

FENCE

2

JOINTER

B

CUTTERHEAD

4

3. C - Using the planer, run the workpice with side 1 positioned flat against the planer bed. The opposite side 3 can then be cut, and it will then be parallel to side 1.

4. D - Position side 2 flat against the planer bed, and side

4 will be planed flat, and be parallel to to side 2.

The workpiece will now be square, having four flattened surfaces and four square edges.

20

2

1

PLANER

BED

C

4 3

2

PLANER

BED

D

1

MAINTENANCE

Turn the power switch “OFF” and disconnect the plug from the outlet prior to adjusting or maintaining the machine. DO NOT attempt to repair or maintain the electrical components of the motor. Contact a qualified service technician for this type of maintenance.

1. Before each use:

- Check the power cord and plug for any wear or damage.

- Check for any loose screws or hardware.

- Check the area to make sure it is clear of any misplaced tools, lumber, cleaning supplies, etc. that could hamper the safe operation of the planer.

2. To avoid a build-up of wood dust, regularly clean all parts of the machine using a soft cloth, brush or compressed air. A general cleaning should be done after every use to avoid future problems and ensure the machine is in ready condition for the next time it is used.

WARNING: If blowing sawdust, wear proper eye protection to prevent debris from blowing into eyes.

3. Check the knives to make sure that they are not loose from the cutterhead, dull or nicked. Making sure that they are in proper operating condition will ensure that the quality of your surfaced lumber will be the best possible.

4. Lubricate all bearing points and chains regularly with a few drops of light motor oil. Cutterhead ball bearings are lifetime lubricated, sealed, and do not need any further care. Keep the drive belts free of oil and grease.

5. Clean the planer bed columns on a regular basis to prevent the build-up of wood chips and dust. Treat the posts with a dry lubricant spray. Do not use ordinary oil which will collect dust and hamper the operation of the machine.

6. Keep the jointer and planer tables free of resin and rust. Clean them regularly with a non-flammable solvent, then coat with a light film of dry lubricant spray, or wax, to enhance passage of workpiece on/over the tables.

WARNING: When cleaning or working on the tables, avoid the risk of personal injury by cuts that may result from touching the knife inserts' sharp edges! Lower the planer table to its maximum 'down' position, so that there is ample distance between the table and the cutterhead's sharp inserts for your safety.

7. Clean the feed rollers with a soft rag, and non-flammable solvent if there is resin build-up on the metal rollers.

Do not apply solvents on a 'rubber' coated roller, as it may affect the material. Be careful to keep hands away from the sharp cutterhead knife inserts. Do not apply any lubricant to the rollers as they must 'grab' the lumber to move it through the planer and so must not slip.

8. Check the anti-kickback fingers to make sure that they are clean of any dust or resin, so that they swing freely.

Lubricate only with a dry lubricant, never oil or grease.

9. Check the belt tension after the first 3-5 hrs. of operation to ensure that the belts have not become stretched and loose from their 'breaking in' use. See page

17 for instructions.

NOTES

Use this section to record maintenance, service and any calls to Technical Support:

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TROUBLESHOOTING

FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, ALWAYS TURN OFF AND UNPLUG THE MACHINE

BEFORE CARRYING OUT ANY TROUBLESHOOTING.

SYMPTOM

Machine will not start.

Circuit Breakers trip and /or

Fuses are blown

POSSIBLE CAUSES

1. No power

2. Blown fuse

3. Main on/off switch or Micro switches are not functioning

4. Motor failure

SOLUTIONS

1. Check power source, plug and wiring.

2. Check fuse, replace if it is blown.

3. Check position of the switches. Contact local dealer for repair or replacement.

4. Inspect motor for failed components. Contact

Dealer for repair or replacement.

1. Wrong circuit size for the machine

2. Motor is overloaded under strain from taking too heavy of cut

3. Use of an extension cord

1. Check circuit/fuse rating and amps of the motor.

Install CORRECT rated breaker/fuse.

2. Take lighter cuts in planing lumber.

3. No extension cord, or use heavier gauge cord.

Machine bogs down in the cut

Cutting and planer feed rate is not consistant

1. Excessive depth of cut

2. Feed rate is too fast

3. Knives are dull

1. Belts are loose

2. Chips and dust build-up on parts

1. Decrease depth of cut.

2. Reduce feed rate.

3. Replace or sharpen knives.

1. Check pulleys and belts for tension & wear.

2. Unplug machine and clean all parts.

TROUBLESHOOTING THE JOINTER

Jointer fence is not accurate at 90° or 45°

'Chatter' marks on lumber

1. Fence stops are not properly adjusted

2. Locking handles are loose

1. Feed rate is too fast

Cutterhead slows down when jointing

1. Feed rate is too fast

2. Downward pressure on the cutterhead knives is too great

1. Knives are nicked or broken Small raised lines are running along the surface

Jointed stock is concave on the back end of the board

1. Knives are set higher than the outfeed table

1. Readjust the fence stops.

2. Check all handles to make sure that they are properly tightened before starting the machine.

1. Slow the feed rate down.

1. Slow down feeding the wood over the cutterhead.

2. Apply less downward pressure

1. Rotate insert knives to new sharp edges.

1. Raise the outfeed table level with the cutterhead & knives.

Jointed stock is concave on the front end of the board

1. Outfeed table is set higher than the knives

1. Lower the outfeed table level with the cutterhead & knives.

Stock is concave in the middle of the board

Milled surface is torn - also called 'chip out' or 'tear out'

1. Table is out of level

1. Cutting against the grain

2. Cut is too deep

3. Knives are dull

Milled surface grain is rough, raised or fuzzy

Milled surface is glossy

1. Lumber has a high moisture content

2. Knives are dull

1. Cutting depth is too shallow

2. Knives are dull

3. Feed rate is too slow

1. Raise the table ends.

1. Cut with the grain. For figured woods, take shallow cuts to minimize tear out.

2. Reduce cutting depth to 1/16" or less.

3. Rotate insert knives to new sharp edges.

1. Reduce the moisture content by drying it, or switch to other properly seasoned lumber.

2. Rotate insert knives to new sharp edges.

1. Increase depth of cut slightly.

2. Rotate insert knives to new sharp edges.

3. Increase feed rate.

For parts or technical questions contact: [email protected] or 877-884-5167.

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SYMPTOM

TROUBLESHOOTING THE PLANER

TROUBLESHOOTING

POSSIBLE CAUSES

Poor feeding of lumber through the planer

1. Drive belt is worn or broken

2. Drive belt tension spring is broken

3. Lumber sticking on planer's table

4. Feed rollers not applying enough pressure on lumber

SOLUTIONS

1. Check and replace as necessary.

2. Check tension and/or replace the spring.

3. Clean the table and apply silicone based lubricant to reduce friction.

4. Adjust the feed roller pressure.

1. Planer table is not level to cutterhead

1. Adjust table and/or cutterhead as needed.

Not planing lumber to a uniform thickness

Board thickness does not match scale markings

Small raised lines are running along the surface

Snipe on board ends

(NOTE: Snipe can be reduced, but not fully eliminated )

1. Depth of cut scale not set correct

1. Knives are nicked or broken

1. Feed rollers not set properly

2. Lumber not supported when fed into or exiting the planer

3. Short boards not butted

1. Adjust scale to match board thickness

1. Rotate insert knives to new sharp edges.

1. Adjust feed roller height for applying pressure onto lumber to keep flat on table.

2. Support long boards with roller stands.

3. Run boards butt end to end through planer

Planed surface is torn - also called 'chip out' or

'tear out'

1. Cutting against the grain

2. Cut is too deep

3. Knives are dull

1. Cut with the grain. For figured woods, take shallow cuts to minimize tear out.

2. Reduce cutting depth to 1/16" or less.

3. Rotate insert knives to new sharp edges.

Planed surface grain is rough, raised or fuzzy

1. Lumber has a high moisture content

2. Knives are dull

1. Reduce the moisture content by drying it, or switch to other properly seasoned lumber.

2. Rotate insert knives to new sharp edges.

Planed surface is glossy

1. Cutting depth is too shallow

2. Knives are dull

3. Feed rate is too slow

1. Increase depth of cut slightly.

2. Rotate insert knives to new sharp edges.

3. Increase feed rate.

WIRING DIAGRAM

This machine must be grounded. Replacement of the power supply cable should only be

done by a qualified electrician. See page 5 for additional electrical information.

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PARTS EXPLOSION & PARTS LIST

CABINET ASSEMBLY

KEY NO.

3

4

1

2

9

10

DESCRIPTION

Pan Head Screw M6x12

Cover Plate

Cabinet

Rivet Nut M6x15

Pan Head Screw M6x12

Plate

MFG. PART NO.

P25-200H-1

P25-200H-2

P25-200H-3

P25-200H-4

P25-200H-9

P25-200H-10

KEY NO.

351

352

353

354

355

356

DESCRIPTION

Cable Clamp

Power Cable

Pan Head Screw M4x6

OFF Switch

ON Switch

Switch Box Plate

MFG. PART NO.

P25-200H-351

P25-200H-352

P25-200H-353

P25-200H-354

P25-200H-355

P25-200H-356

NOTE: The specifications, photographs, drawings and information in this manual represent the current model when the manual was prepared. Changes and improvements may be made at any time, with no obligation on the part of Rikon Power Tools, Inc. to modify previously delivered units. Reasonable care has been taken to ensure that the information in this manual is correct, to provide you with the guidelines for the proper safety, assembly and operation of this machine.

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PARTS EXPLOSION & PARTS LIST

INFEED TABLE ASSEMBLY

92

91

90

1

3 41

93 94 95 96 97 98

105 104 1 03

102

54

101

KEY NO.

DESCRIPTION

91

92

93

94

1

54

55

90

95

96

Screw M6x12

Nut

Flange Nut

Flat Washer

Scale Plate

Infeed Table

Front Shaft

Handle Shaft

Hex Bolt

Lift Bracket

P25-200H-1

P25-200H-54

P25-200H-55

P25-200H-90

P25-200H-91

P25-200H-92

P25-200H-93

P25-200H-94

P25-200H-95

P25-200H-96

KEY NO.

DESCRIPTION

101

102

103

104

97

98

99

100

105

341

Spring Washer

Carriage Bolt

Lock Nut M8

Flat Washer

Carriage Bolt

Flat Washer

Knob

Hex Socket Head Screw

Locking Handle

Scale

P25-200H-97

P25-200H-98

P25-200H-99

P25-200H-100

P25-200H-101

P25-200H-102

P25-200H-103

P25-200H-104

P25-200H-105

P25-200H-341

NOTE: Please reference the Manufacturer’s Part Number when calling for Replacement Parts.

For Parts under Warranty, the Serial Number of your machine is required.

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99

100

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PARTS EXPLOSION

OUTFEED TABLE ASSEMBLY

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PARTS LIST

OUTFEED TABLE ASSEMBLY

P25-200H-162 P25-200H-357 P25-200H-358 P25-200H-359 P25-200H-360 P25-200H-361 P25-200H-362 P25-200H-363 P25-200H-364 P25-200H-365 P25-200H-366 P25-200H-367 P25-200H-368 P25-200H-369 P25-200H-370 P25-200H-371 P25-200H-372 P25-200H-373 P25-200H-374 P25-200H-375 P25-200H-376 P25-200H-377 P25-200H-378 P25-200H-379 P25-200H-380 P25-200H-381 P25-200H-382 P25-200H-383 P25-200H-384

Nut Handle Threaded Rod Spring Arm W Hex Nut M8 Nut Cap Bracket W Hex Nut M8 Draw Bar End Cap Cutterhead Guard End Cap Sliding Sleeve Locking Bracket Handle Nylon Screw Hex Nut M6 Bracket Hex Bolt M5x10 Nut Cap Hex Nut M6 Nylon W Shaft Plate

162 357 358 359 360 361 362 363 364 365 366 367 368 369 370 371 372 373 374 375 376 377 378 379 380 381 382 383 384

P25-200H-1 P25-200H-130 P25-200H-131 P25-200H-132 P25-200H-135 P25-200H-136 P25-200H-137 P25-200H-138 P25-200H-139 P25-200H-140 P25-200H-141 P25-200H-142 P25-200H-143 P25-200H-144 P25-200H-145 P25-200H-146 P25-200H-147 P25-200H-148 P25-200H-149 P25-200H-150 P25-200H-151 P25-200H-152 P25-200H-153 P25-200H-154 P25-200H-155 P25-200H-156 P25-200H-157 P25-200H-158 P25-200H-159 P25-200H-160

Screw M6x12 Screw M6x16 Right Cover Screw M6x40 Infeed Left Cover Screw M6x12 Rotation Label Flat W Left Bracket Hex Nut Special Bolt Rear Handle Hex Socket Head Screw Retaining Ring Locking Bracket Hex Nut M12 Hex Nut M8 Hex Socket Head Screw Mounting Base Hex Socket Set Screw Flat W Hex Bolt M8x25 Shaft Set Screw M6x8 Knob W Spring Rod

130 131 132 135 136 137 138 139 140 141 142 145 146 147

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149 150 151 152 153 154 155 156 157 158 159 160 161

PARTS EXPLOSION

CUTTERHEAD ASSEMBLY

28

PARTS LIST

CUTTERHEAD ASSEMBLY

29

PARTS EXPLOSION

PLANER TABLE ASSEMBLY

30

PARTS LIST

PLANER TABLE ASSEMBLY

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PARTS EXPLOSION & PARTS LIST

FENCE ASSEMBLY

KEY NO.

DESCRIPTION MFG. PART NO.

279

280

281

282

283

275

276

277

278

246

270

272

274

64

95

149

152

KEY NO.

DESCRIPTION

Flat Washer

Hex. Bolt

Hex Nut M8

Hex Socket Set Screw

Washer

Cutterhead Cover

Sliding Cover

Sliding Cover Bracket

Nylon Nut M4

Jointer Fence

Pin Shaft

Pan Head Screw M4x8

Spring Washer 4

Indicator

Scale

Square Nut

Jointer Fence Bracket

P25-200H-64

P25-200H-95

P25-200H-149

P25-200H-152

P25-200H-246

P25-200H-270

P25-200H-272

P25-200H-274

P25-200H-275

P25-200H-276

P25-200H-277

P25-200H-278

P25-200H-279

P25-200H-280

P25-200H-281

P25-200H-282

P25-200H-283

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296

300

301

302

303

292

293

294

295

288

289

290

291

284

285

286

287

Sliding Collar

Pin Shaft

Spring

Rotation Bracket

Pin Stop Knob

Hex Bolt M6x30

Washer

Tilt Locking Handle

Sliding Locking Handle

Sliding Bracket

Hex Bolt M8x25

Hex Bolt M6x15

Stop Bracket

Guide Rail

Hex Nut

Hex Bolt M8x16

Warning Label

P25-200H-284

P25-200H-285

P25-200H-286

P25-200H-287

P25-200H-288

P25-200H-289

P25-200H-290

P25-200H-291

P25-200H-292

P25-200H-293

P25-200H-294

P25-200H-295

P25-200H-296

P25-200H-297

P25-200H-298

P25-200H-299

P25-200H-300

PARTS EXPLOSION & PARTS LIST

MICRO SWITCHES

KEY NO.

DESCRIPTION MFG. PART NO.

332

333

334

335

336

337

152

295

330

331

11

54

61

64

Hex Nut M4

Nut

Cap Nut

Flat Washer

Hex Socket Set Screw

Hex Bolt M6x15

Safety Switch Bracket II

Screw M4x30

Safety Switch

Lock Nut M5

Bracket

Small Cam Wheel

Hex Socket Set Screw M5x35

Safety Switch Bracket I

P25-200H-11

P25-200H-54

P25-200H-61

P25-200H-64

P25-200H-152

P25-200H-295

P25-200H-330

P25-200H-331

P25-200H-332

P25-200H-333

P25-200H-334

P25-200H-335

P25-200H-336

P25-200H-337

NOTE: Please reference the Manufacturer’s Part Number when calling for Replacement Parts.

For Parts under Warranty, the Serial Number of your machine is required.

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PARTS EXPLOSION & PARTS LIST

MOTOR & DRIVE ASSEMBLY

238 239 240

234 2 35 2 36 237

344 230 232 345

2 33

346 347 2 29 228

224 225 226 227

2 23

241 141 240 242 2 43 244 245 2 46

222 148 221

2 51 2 50

249

2 47

248

220

KEY NO.

226

227

227A

228

229

230

232

233

234

235

141

148

220

221

222

223

224

225

236

DESCRIPTION

Hex Nut

Hex Nut M12

V-Belt

Motor Pulley

V-Belt A1194

Cap Nut M8

Lock Washer 8

Flat Washer 8

Flange Bolt M8x25

Motor

Capacitor (not shown)

Chain

Lock Nut M12

Bearing

Tube

Bolt M12x70

Key 6x16

Spindle Pulley

Hex Socket Set Screw

MFG. PART NO.

P25-200H-141

P25-200H-148

P25-200H-220

P25-200H-221

P25-200H-222

P25-200H-223

P25-200H-224

P25-200H-225

P25-200H-226

P25-200H-227

P25-200H-227A

P25-200H-228

P25-200H-229

P25-200H-230

P25-200H-232

P25-200H-233

P25-200H-234

P25-200H-235

P25-200H-236

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KEY NO.

245

246

247

248

249

250

251

344

237

238

239

240

241

242

243

244

345

346

347

DESCRIPTION

Lock Nut M10

Flat Washer

Big Chain Wheel

Washer

Retaining Ring

Tube for Chain Wheel

Cam Wheel

Cam Wheel Bracket

Cam Wheel Shaft

Flat Washer

Shaft

Spring

V-Belt Pulley

Bearing

Bearing Spacer

Wheel

Tube

Washer

Washer

P25-200H-237

P25-200H-238

P25-200H-239

P25-200H-240

P25-200H-241

P25-200H-242

P25-200H-243

P25-200H-244

P25-200H-245

P25-200H-246

P25-200H-247

P25-200H-248

P25-200H-249

P25-200H-250

P25-200H-251

P25-200H-344

P25-200H-345

P25-200H-346

P25-200H-347

WARRANTY

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