Makita 1806B Instruction Manual Download

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FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION

CAUTION:

•

Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
unplugged before adjusting or checking function
on the tool.

Adjusting depth of cut

Fig.1

Depth of cut may be adjusted by simply turning the knob
on the front of the tool.

Switch action

CAUTION:

•

Before plugging in the tool, always check to see
that the switch trigger actuates properly and
returns to the "OFF" position when released.

For tool without lock button and lock-off button

Fig.2

To start the tool, simply pull the switch trigger. Release
the switch trigger to stop.

For tool with lock button

Fig.3

To start the tool, simply pull the switch trigger. Release
the switch trigger to stop.
For continuous operation, pull the switch trigger and
then push in the lock button.
To stop the tool from the locked position, pull the switch
trigger fully, then release it.

For tool with lock-off button

To prevent the switch trigger from being accidentally
pulled, a lock-off button is provided.
To start the tool, depress the lock-off button and pull the
switch trigger. Release the switch trigger to stop.

ASSEMBLY

CAUTION:

•

Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
unplugged before carrying out any work on the tool.

Removing or installing planer blades

Fig.4

CAUTION:

•

Tighten the blade installation bolts carefully when
attaching the blades to the tool. A loose installation
bolt can be dangerous. Always check to see they
are tightened securely.

•

Handle the blades very carefully. Use gloves or
rags to protect your fingers or hands when
removing or installing the blades.

•

Use only the Makita wrench provided to remove or
install the blades. Failure to do so may result in
overtightening or insufficient tightening of the
installation bolts. This could cause an injury.

To remove the blades on the drum, unscrew the five
installation bolts with the hex wrench. The drum cover
comes off together with the blades.
To install the blades, first clean out all chips or foreign
matter adhering to the drum or blades. Use blades of
the same dimensions and weight, or drum
oscillation/vibration will result, causing poor planing
action and, eventually, tool breakdown.

Fig.5

There are two adjusting screws for each blade. When
installing the blade, the notch in the blade should fit over
the head of the adjusting screw. Then fit on the drum
cover and secure all the installation bolts only finger-
tight.
Turn the drum until the blade edge is right in the middle
between the front and rear bases.
Place the triangular rule flat on the rear base and run it
out over and across the blade edge. Turn the two
adjusting screws to adjust the blade protrusion. The
blade setting should be made so that the protrusion will
be uniform all the way across. Thus the triangular rule
should be flush with the entire width of the blade edge.
After adjusting both blades, tighten all the installation
bolts evenly and alternately with the wrench.

Fig.6

After tightening the bolts, secure the adjusting screws
fully.