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OPERATIONS (cont.)
AVOIDING SNIPE
Snipe, gouging or depression of the board at the ends, can occur when the board is not properly
supported. For work pieces longer than 4 ft, greater care must be taken to reduce the problem
because the additional length of the work piece translates into more unsupported weight pulling
down on the end of the board. This unsupported weight will work against keeping the stock flat.
Make sure to use supports or stands whenever long pieces are being planed to avoid this problem.
Since snipe occurs at the end of the boards, it is good practice to start with a work piece that is
slightly longer than what you need so that you can simply cut off the ends if necessary.
Also see TROUBLESHOOTING for further information.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING!
MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE MACHINE IS DISCONNECTED FROM THE POWER
SOURCE BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
Your planer should provide you with a long time of service provided you take the time to perform the
following maintenance operations.
CLEANING
Sawdust buildup and other debris can cause the tool to plane incorrectly. Periodic cleaning and
waxing is needed for accurate, precision planing. Any moving parts should be cleaned regularly with
a penetrating oil and lubricated with a light coating of medium weight machine oil
CAUTION!
With the machine unplugged, blow off motor with low pressure air to remove dust or
dirt. Air pressure above 50 P.S.I. should not be used as high-pressured air may damage insulation.
The operator should always wear a respirator and eye protection when using compressed air. Do not
allow chips and dust to accumulate under the machine. Keep area clean and in safe order.
Having clean feed rollers is essential for optimal results. Check feed rollers after each use for buildup
of pitch, gum, or resin, and be sure to clean off with a non-flammable tar and pitch remover that is not
harmful to rubberized surfaces.
Periodically clean, wax, and buff the tables. This will aid in the prevention of improper feeding of the
work piece.
HARDWARE TIGHTNESS
Periodically check all clamps, nuts, bolts, and screws, for tightness and condition. Stop the machine
and recheck the cutterhead screw and knives, or tips, for tightness after about 50 hours of operation.
Recheck periodically.
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