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Cleaning
WARNING
The tool may be cleaned most effectively with compressed dry air. Always
wear safety goggles when cleaning tools with compressed air .
Ventilation openings and switch levers must be kept clean and free of foreign matter. Do not
attempt to clean by inserting pointed objects through openings.
WARNING
Certain cleaning agents and solvents damage plastic parts .
Some of
these are: gasoline, carbon tetrachloride, chlorinated cleaning solvents,
ammonia and house hold detergents that contain ammonia.
Storage
Store the tool indoors in a place that is inaccessible to children. Keep away from corrosive
agents.
Extension Cords
WARNING
If an extension cord is necessary, a cord with adequate size
conductors that is capable of carrying the current necessary for your
tool must be used . This will prevent excessive voltage drop, loss of power or
overheating . Grounded tools must use 3-wire extension cords that have 3-prong plugs
and receptacles .
NOTICE:
The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord.
RECOMMENDED SIZES OF EXTENSION CORDS 120 VOLT
ALTERNATING CURRENT TOOLS
Tool’s Ampere Rating
Cord Size in A.W.G Wire sizes in mm
2
Cord length in feet
25 50 100 150
Cord length in meters
15 30 60 120
3-6
6-8
8-10
10-12
12-16
18 16 16 14
18 16 14 12
18 16 14 12
16 16 14 12
14 12 - -
0.75 0.75 1.5 2.5
0.75 1.0 2.5 4.0
0.75 1.0 2.5 4.0
1.0 2.5 4.0 -
- - - -
TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem
Cause
Remedy
The motor does not start. 1. The tool is not connected to a
power source.
2. The lock-off button is not
depressed before squeezing
the on/off switch.
1 Connect the tool to a power
source.
2. Press down the lock-off
button and hold it, then
depress the switch to turn
on the planer.
Planer does not plane
properly.
1. The blade is dull.
2. Blades are not installed
correctly.
1. Replace the blade.
2. Install the blades correctly
(see Installing Planer
Blades
)
The motor is overheating. Cooling vents may be obstructed
by dust or other obstacles
Clean and clear vents. Do
not cover with hand during
operation.
