Operator's Manual g
13" I
PLANER WITH DUST COLLECTION
Model No.
351.217430
CAUTION: Read and follow
all Safety Rules and Operating
Instructions before First Use
of this Product.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
www.sears.con_craftsman
18236.03 Draft (07/01/04)
Warranty.................................... 2
Safety Rules ............................... 2-3
Unpacking .................................. 3
Assembly ................................. 3-4
Installation ................................. 4-5
Operation ................................. 6-9
Maintenance .............................. 9-11
Troubleshooting ........................... 12-13
Parts Illustration and List ................... 14-19
Espa_ol ................................. 20-31
FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY
Ifthis productfails due toa defect in material or work-
manship within one year from the date of purchase,
Sears willat its optionrepair or replace itfree of
charge. Contactyour nearest Sears Service Center
(1-800-4-MY-HOME) to arrange for productrepair,or
returnthis productto place of purchase for replacement.
If this productis used for commercial or rentalpurpos-
es, this warrantywill applyfor 90 days from the date of
purchase.
This warranty applies only while this product is used in
the United States.
This warrantygives you specificlegal dghts and you may
also have other rights which vary from stateto state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Dept. 817WA, Hoffman
Estates, IL 60179
WARNING: For yourown safety, read all of the rules
and precautions before operating tool.
CAUTION: Always follow properoperating procedures
as defined in this manual even ifyou are familiar with
use of this or similar tools. Remember that being care-
less for even a fraction of a second can result in severe
personal injury.
BE PREPARED FOR JOB
• Wear proper apparel. Do not wear loose clothing,
gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets or otherjewelry
which may get caught in moving parts of machine.
• Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
• Wear safety shoes with non-slip soles.
• Wear safety glasses complying with United States
ANSI Z87.1. Everyday glasses have only impact
resistant lenses. They are NOT safety glasses.
• Wear face mask or dust mask if operation is dusty.
• Be alert and think clearly Never operate power tools
when tired, intoxicatedor when taking medications
that cause drowsiness.
© Sears, Roebuck and Co.
PREPARE WORK AREA FOR JOB
• Keep work area clean. Cluttered work areas invite
accidents.
• Do not use power tools in dangerous environments.
• Do not use power toots in damp or wet locations.Do
not expose power tools to rain.
• Work area should be properly lighted.
• Proper electrical receptacle shouldbe available for
tool. Three prong plug should be plugged directly
into properly grounded, three-prong receptacle.
• Extension cords should have a grounding prong and
the three wires of the extension cord shouldbe of
the correct gauge.
• Keep visitors at a safe distance from work area.
• Keep childrenout of workplace. Make workshop child-
proof. Use padlocks, master switches or remove switch
keys to prevent any unintentional use of power tools.
TOOL SHOULD BE MAINTAINED
• Always unplugtool priorto inspection.
• Consult manual for specificmaintainingand adjust-
ing procedures.
• Keep toollubricatedand clean for safest operation.
• Remove adjustingtools. Form habitof checkingto
see that adjustingtools are removedbefore switch-
ingmachine on.
• Keep all parts in workingorder.Check to determine
that the guard or other parts will operate properly
and perform their intended function.
• Check for damaged parts. Check for alignmentof
moving parts, binding, breakage, mounting and any
other condition that may affect a tool's operetlon.
• A guard or other part that is damaged should be
properly repaired or replaced. Do not perform
makeshift repairs. (Use parts list provided to order
replacement parts.)
KNOW HOW TO USE TOOL
• Use right toolfor job. Do not force tool or attachment
to do a job for which it was not designed.
• Disconnect tool when changing blades.
• Avoid accidental start-up. Make sure that the switch
is in the OFF position before plugging in.
• Do not forcetool. It willwork most efficientlyat the
rate for which it was designed.
• Keep hands away from moving parts and cutting
surfaces.
• Never leave tool runningunattended. Turn the power
offand do not leave tool untilit comes toa complete
stop.
• Do notoverreach. Keep proper footingand balance.
• Never standon tool.Seriousinjurycould occurif toolis
tipped or if blade is unintentionally contacted.
• Know your tool. Learn the tool's operation, applica-
tion and specific limitations.
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• Use recommended accessories (refer to page 15).
Use of improper accessories may cause risk of
injuryto persons.
• Handle workpiece correctly.Protect handsfrom
possible injury.
• Turn machine off if it jams. Blade jams when it digs
too deeply into workpiece. (Motor force keeps it
stuck in the work.)
• Always keep drive, cutterhead and blade guards in
place and in proper operating condition.
• Feed work into blade or cutter against direction of
rotation.
CAUTION: Think safety! Safety is a combinationof
operator common sense and alertness at all times
when tool is being used.
WARNING: Do not attempt to operate tool untit it is
completely assembled according to the instructions.
Refer to Figure 1 below.
Check for shipping damage. If damage has occurred, a
claim must be filed with carrier. Check for complete-
ness. immediately report missing parts to dealer,
The planer comes assembled as one unit. Additional
parts which need to be fastened to planer shouldbe
tocated and accounted for before assembling.
A. Planer
B. Handle Assembly
C. 6ram Flat Washer
D. 6-1.0 x 20mm Socket Pan Head Bolt
E. 6-1.0 x 25mm Socket Head Bolt
F. Pointer
G. Magnet (2)
H. 4ram HexWrench
I. Dust Chute
J. Half Bag Dust CollectionSet (Not Shown)
Figure 1 - Unpacking
WARNING: Do not attempt assembly if parts are
missing. Use this manual to order replacement parts,
INSTALL HANDLE
Refer to Figures 2 and 3.
• Handle with knob (A) can be installedeither to
top-right or top-left side of the planer,
• Remove plug on elevation screw (B) from the side
where handle will be installed.
Figure 2 - Install Handle
• Insert handle with knob (A) onto elevation screw top
(B).
Figure3 - Secure Handle
• Positionthe pointer (E) and washer (D) on the handle.
• Secure handle with bolt (C) usingthe wrench
provided,
INSTALL DUST CHUTE
Refer to Figure 22.
• Slide dust chute (Key No. 10) over fan housing(Key
No. 8). Secure in positionwith bolt(Key No 9).
• Attach the Half Bag Dust CollectionSet (included)
after mounting planer to work surface.
MOUNT PLANER TO WORK SURFACE
Refer to Figure 4.
• Planer isdesigned to be portable so itcan be moved
to job site, butshould be mountedto stable, level
bench or table. See Recommended Accessories,
page 15.
• Base of planer has four mounting holes (A). Holes
form a rectangle. Use a square to mark position on
work surface.
• If pre-drilled holes do not existon work surface, drill
four holes.
• Slide arm withspring over dust chute.
• Assemble bag support. Slide connectorsinto
channels of support segments:
• Slide plastic trash bag inside and over bag support.
Let bag overlap 3-4".
• Place band of the filter bag over and into the
channel of the bag support.
• Secure in position by tightening strap.
Figure 5 - Half Bag Dust Collection Set
Figure4 - MountPlaner
• Securely mount planer towork surface by bolting
(hardware not supplied) itthrough the holes.
INSTALLING THE HALF BAG DUST
COLLECTION SET
Refer to Figure 5.
The Craftsman Half Bag Dust CoUection Set is
designed to provide dust collection for woodworking
tools with a 2%" diameter dust exhaust port. The filter
bag attaches to a 30-gaUon trash can or a 30-gallon x
1.3 mil plastic trash bag for easy, convenient sawdust
disposal (trash can and plastic trash bag not included).
• Mount planer to work bench or table before installing
Dust Collection Set,
To use dust collection set with a trash can:
• Place spring inside filter bag arm.
• Slide arm with spring over dust chute.
• Place band of the bag over rim oftrash can and
secure bag by tightening strap.
To use dust collection set with a trash bag:
• Place spring inside filter bag arm.
POWER SOURCE
WARNING: Do not connectplaner to the power
source untilall assembly steps have been completed.
The motoris designedfor operationon the voltage and
frequency specified. Normal loads willbe handledsafe-
lyon voltages not more than 10% above or belowspec-
ified voltage. Running the uniton voltageswhichare not
within range may cause overheating and motor burn-
out. Heavy loads require that voltage at motor terminals
be no less than the voltage specifiedon nameplate.
• Power supply to the motor is controlled by a switch
with key.Removing the key from switch will lock the
unit and prevent unauthorized use.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: Improper connection of equipment
groundingconductorcan resultin the riskof electrical
shock.Equipment shouldbe groundedwhile in use to
protectoperatorfrom electrical shock.
• Check with a qualified electricianifyou do not
understand groundinginstructionsor ifyou are in
doubt as to whether the tool is properlygrounded.
• This tool isequipped withan approvedcord rated at
150V and a 3-prong groundingtype plug (see Figure
6) for your protectionagainst shockhazards.
• Grounding plug should be plugged directly into a
properly installed and grounded 3-prong grounding-
type receptacle, as shown (see Figure 6).
Properly Grounded Outlet _
Grounding Prong ®11
3-Prong Plug __
Figure 6 - 3-Prong Receptacle
• Do not remove or alter grounding prong in any manner.
In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding
provides a path of least resistance for electrical shock.
WARNING: Do not permit fingers to touch the termi-
nals of plug when installing or removing from outlet.
• Plug must be plugged into matching outlet that is
properly installed and grounded in accordance with
all local codes and ordinances. Do not modify plug
provided. If it will not fit in outlet, have proper outlet
installed by a qualified electrician.
• Inspect tool cords periodically, and if damaged, have
repaired by an authorized service facility.
• Green (or green and yellow) conductor in cord is the
grounding wire. If repair or replacement of the elec-
tric cord or plug is necessary, do not connect the
green (or green and yellow) wire to a live terminal.
• A 2-prong wall receptacle must be replaced with a
properly grounded 3-prong receptacle installed in
accordance with National Electric Code and local
codes and ordinances.
WARNING: Any receptacle replacement should be
performed by a qualified electrician.
A temporary 3-prong to 2-prong grounding adapter (see
Figure 7) is available for connecting plugs to a two pole
outlet if it is properly grounded.
Grounding Lug _ Make Sure This
-- - _ m.--..---rr is Connected
P,oapTer _''"_ _'t"_-J[I ToAKnown
3-Prong __ _.. J Ground
"/'_ _;_v't_'l _"_2-Prong Receptacle
Figure 7 - 2-Prong Receptacle with Adapter
• Do not use a 3-prong to 2-prong grounding adapter
unless permitted by local and national codes and
ordinances. (A 3-prong to 2-prong grounding adapter
is not permitted in Canada.)
Where a 3-prong to 2-prong grounding adapter is
permitted, the rigid green tab or terminal on the side
of the adapter must be securety connected to a
permanent electrical ground such as a properly
grounded water pipe, a properly grounded outlet box
or a properly grounded wire system.
• Many cover plate screws, water pipes and outlet
boxes are not properly grounded. To ensure proper
ground, grounding means must be tested by a quali-
fied electrician.
EXTENSION CORDS
• The use of any extensioncord willcause some drop
involtage and loss of power.
• Wires ofthe extensioncord mustbe ofsufficientsize
to carry the current and maintain adequate voltage.
• The minimum extension cord wire size is A.W.G. 14.
Do not use extension cords over 25 feet long.
• Use only 3-wire extension cords having 3-prong
grounding type plugs and 3-pole receptacles which
accept the tool plug.
• If the extension cord is worn, cut or damaged in any
way, replace it immediately.
MOTOR
Planerissuppliedwith a 2+/2HP motorinstalled.
The 120 Volt AC universalmotorhas the following
specifications:
Horsepower (Maximum Developed) .......... 2V2HP
Voltage ................................... 120
Amperes................................... 15
Hertz ..................................... 60
Phase.................................. Single
Cutterhead RPM .......................... 8000
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
WARNING: Make sure unit is turned offand discon-
nected from powersource before inspectingany wiring.
The motoris installedand wiringconnected as illustrat-
ed in the wiringschematic (see Figure 8).
Switch
Black
Circuit
Breaker
Line Cord
Figureg- WiringSchematic
Motor
The motor is assembled with an approved three con-
ductor cord to be used on 120 volts as indicated. The
power supply to the motor is controlled by a double
pole locking switch.
The power lines are connected directly to the switch.
The green ground line must remain securely fastened
to the frame to properly protect against electrical shock.
A manual reset overload protector is installed in line
with the power suppry to the motor. If the planer is over-
loaded, the protector will break the circuit.
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DESCRIPTION
Craftsman 13" planer finishes rough-cutlumber to size
and planes soft and hardwoods up to 6" thick and 13"
wide. Wood feeds into two-blade cutterhead by rubber
infeed/outfeed rollers. Sturdy base construction and
four-post design permits smoothfeeding and virtually
snipeless planing. Planer comes with enclosed, univer-
sal ball bearing, 2_/2HP (max. developed) motor with
overload protection. Motor has ON/OFF switch with
removable key to prevent accidental start-up. Unit fea-
tures rollercase lock for uniform thickness, power move-
ment control for rollercase, depth-of-cut gauge for con-
venient set-up, workpiece thickness pre-set gauge with
6 settings for consistent set-up, easy hands-free
replacement of blades for safety and minimized down-
time, built-in dust collector, top mounted rollers for
workpiece return, built-in carrying handles, cord wraps
for portability and folding infeed/outfeed rollers for
smooth operation. Planer takes cuts up to _/_"per pass
at 24 feet per minute. Inch height scale has graduations
in _A6"increments, and metric height scale has gradua-
tions in lmm increments.
MOTOR
Table Size ........................... 13" x 10%"
Blade Width ............................... 13"
Maximum Depth of Cut ..................... 3/32"
Cuts Per Minute ......................... 16,000
Dust CollectionPort......................... 2V2"
Overall Dimensions........ 21" H x 26_/2" W x 35V2"D
Motor ............... 2V2HP (max, dev,), 15A, 120V
Weight ................................. 97 Ibs
OPERATION SAFETY RULES
WARNING: For yourown safety,read all of the
instructions and precautionsbefore operatingtool
WARNING: Operation of any power toolcan resultin
foreignobjectsbeing thrown into eyes whichcan result
in severe eye damage. Always wear safety goggles
complying with United States ANSI Z87.1 (shown on
package) before commencing power tool operation.
CAUTION: Always observe the following safety pre-
cautions:
• Knowgeneral power tool safety.Make sure all pre-
cautions are understood (see pages 2, 3 and 6).
• Whenever adjusting or replacing any parts on planer,
turn switch OFF and remove plug from power source.
• Make sure all guards are properly attached and
securely fastened.
• Make sure all moving parts are free from interference.
• Always wear eye protection or face shield.
• Make sure blades are aligned and properly attached
to cutterhead.
• Do not plug in planer unless switch is in off position.
After turning switch on, allow planer to come to full
speed before operating.
• Keep hands clear of all moving parts.
• Do not force cut. Slowing or stalling will overheat
motor. Allow automatic feed to function properly.
• Use quality lumber. Blades last longer and cuts are
smoother with good quality wood.
• Do not plane material shorter than 15", narrower
than 3A",wider than 13" or thinner than '/8".
• Never make planing cut deeper than 3/,,.
• Maintain the proper relationships of infeed and out-
feed table surfaces and cutterhead blade path.
• Do not back the work toward the infeed table.
• Take precautions against kickback. Do not permit any-
one 1ostand or cross in line of cutterhead's rotation.
Kickback or thrown debris will travel in this direction.
• Turn switch off and disconnect power whenever plan-
er is not in use.
• Replace knives as they become damaged or dull.
• Keep planer maintained. Follow maintenance instruc-
tions (see pages 9 -11).
OPERATING CONTROLS
ON/OFF SWITCH
The ON/OFF switch (A) is located on the front of the
planer motor. To turn the planer ON, move the switch to
the up position. To turn the planer OFF, move the switch
to the down position.
Figure 9 - ON/OFF Switch
SWITCH LOCK
Refer to Figure 10, page 7.
The planer can be lockedfrom unauthorizeduse by
lockingthe switch.To lock the switch:
• Turn the switchto OFF positionand disconnect plan-
er from powersource.
• Pullthe key (A) out.The switch cannotbe turned on
with the key (A) removed.
NOTE: Shouldthe key (A) be removedfrom the switch
at the ON position,the switchcan be turned offbut
cannot be turned on.
B
Figure10 - Switch Lockand CircuitReset
• To replace key, slidekey intothe slot on switch until
it snaps.
CIRCUIT BREAKER
Refer to Figure 10.
The planer isequipped with a motorprotection device-
circuitbreaker. The breaker willautomaticallyshut the
planer offwhen excessive current is consumed.
Ifthe breaker is tripped, turn the planer off and reset
the circuitby pressingthe button(B).
CAUTION: Be sure to turn the planer off priorto reset-
tingthe circuitbreaker to avoid unintentionalstart-up of
the planer.
RAISING AND LOWERING ROLLERCASE
Refer to Figure 11.
The rellercase (A) containsthe motor,cutterhead and
dust collector.The depth-of-cut iscontrolledby raising
or lowering the rellercase. For rapid movementof the
rellercase, push up or down on lever (BI while motor is
running
WARNING: Do notattempt to engage power elevation
while planing.Keep handsclear of knobon top of
planer.
For precise movement, rotate handle with knob(C).
One complete rotationof handle willraise or lower
rollercaseby %6"
Figure 11 - Raise/Lower Rollercase
A rotationaldirection label with depth indicatoris pro-
vided on bothsides of the planer top.
The English/Metricscale (D) with pointerallowseasy
adjustment of relier case height.
DEPTH-OF-CUT GAUGE
Refer to Figure 11.
A spring loaded depth-of-cut gauge (E) is attached to
front of rollercase. The pointer on depth-of-cut gauge
accurately displays the depth-of-cut per pass when
workpieca is positioned below the gauge. Cranking the
handle (C) moves the rollercase down and the pointer
shows depth-of-cut up to 3/=,,
Recommended Maximum Depth-Of-Cut:
Hard/Softwood up to 6" wide:.................. %2"
Hard/Softwood 6-13" wide: ...................... V_e"
CAUTION: A 3/_,,depth-of -cuton hard, softwood
6-13" wide can be made. However, continuousopera-
tion at this set-up can cause premature motorfailure.
WORKPIECE THICKNESS PRE-SET GAUGE
Refer to Figure 12.
A
Figure 12 -Workpisce Thickness Pre-set Gauge
A sixposition workpiecethickness pre-setcontrolknob
(A) ismountedon rightside ofplaner.This knoballowsto
presetthe desiredfinished workpiecathicknessthatthe
planerwillproduce.Sixsettingsare provided:%", Y,",'/_",
_/,",1" and 1W'
Example: Plane a 2" thickworkpiece up to 1_/,".
• Raise or lowerrollercase until it is just above the
workpiece.
• Positionthe workpiece on the planer table belowthe
rollercase.
• Rotate knob (A) until 1V,"is indicated.
• The planer is nowset to stopthe roilercasewhen
the workpiecethicknessreaches 1V,".
NOTE: To reset for a differentdepth stop,gently raise
the rollercase byabout 2 rotations.Turn knob (A) to
desired set-up.
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ROLLERCASELOCK
Refer to Figure 13.
The rollercase can be locked from any movement dur-
ing planing in order to guarantee uniform thickness. To
lock rollercase, pull down on lever (A).
Figure 13 - Ronercase Lock
To release rollercase, gently push up lever (A)
NOTE: The rollercasecan be raised or lowered when it
is locked by exerting excessivepressure on handle.
However, crankingthe handle when the rollercaseis
lockedwillwear downthe locking mechanism prema-
turely.
DEPTH OF CUT
Refer to Figure 14.
Thickness planing refers to the sizing of lumber to a
desired thicknesswhile creating a level surface parallel
to the opposite side of the board. Board thickness
whichthe planer will produce is indicated by the scale
(D), and depth-of-cut-gauge (El. Preset the planer to
the desired thickness of finished workpiece using knob
(F). See "Workpiece Thickness Pre-set Gauge", page 7.
D
Figure 14 - Depth-Of-Cut
Depth-of-cutis adjusted by raisingor lowering the
rollercase (A) using handle (C).
• Quality ofthicknessplaning depends on the opera-
tor's judgement about the depth of cut.
• Depth of cut depends on the width, hardness, damp-
ness, grain direction and grain structure of the wood.
• Maximum thickness of wood which can be removed
in one pass is 3/=,,for planing operations on work-
piece up to 6"wide. Workpiece must be positioned
away from the center line of the table to cut _/=".
• Maximum thickness of wood which can be removed
in one pass is _," for planingoperations on work-
piece from 6" up to 13" wide.
• For optimum planing performance, the depth of cut
should be less than '/1,".
• Board should be planed with shallow cuts until the
work has a level side. Once a level surface has been
created, flip the lumber and create parallel sides.
• Plane alternatesides until the desired thickness is
obtained.When halfof totaldepthofcut istakenfrom
each side,the boardwillhavea uniformmoisturecon-
tentand additionaldryingwillnotcause ittowarp.
• Depthof cut shouldbeshallowerwhen work iswider.
• When planing hardwood,take lightcuts or plane the
wood in thin widths.
• Make a test cut with a test piece and verifythe thick-
ness produced.
• Check accuracy of test cutpriorto workingon fin-
ished product.
AVOID DAMAGE TO BLADES
• Thickness planer is a precisionwoodworking
machine and shouldbe used on quality lumber only,
• Do not plane dirtyboards;dirt and small stones are
abrasive and willwear out blade,
• Removenailsand staples.Useplanerto cutwoodonly.
• Avoid knots.Heavilycress-grethedwood makes
knots hard. Knotscan come loose and jam blade.
CAUTION: Anyarticlethatencountersplaner blades
may be forciblyejected from planercreating riskofinjury,
PREPARE WORK
• Thickness planer works best when lumber has at
least one flat surface.
• Use surface planer or jointerto create a flat surface.
• Twistedor severely warped boards can jam planer.
Rip lumber in half to reduce magnitudeof warp.
• Work shouldbe fed intoplaner in same directionas
the grain of the wood. Sometimes grain will change
directions in middle of board. In such cases, if possi-
ble, cut board in middle before planing so grain
direction is correct.
CAUTION: Do not plane board which is less than 15"
long;force of cut couldsplitboard and cause kickback.
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FEEDINGWORK
The planerissuppliedwithplaningbladesmountedinthe
cutterheadand infeedandoutfeedrollersadjustedtothe
correctheight.Planerfeed isautomatic;itwillvary slightly
depending on typeofwood.
• Feed rate refers to rate at which lumber travels
through planer.
• Operator is responsiblefor aligningwork so itwill
feed properly.
• Raise/lower rottercaseto produce the depth ol cut
desired.
• Stand on side towhich the handle is attached.
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Figure15 - FeedingWork
• Boards longerthan 24" shouldhave additionalsup-
port from free standing materiat stands.
• Positionthe workpiece with the face to be planed on
top,
• Turnthe planer on.
• Rest board end on in-feed roller plate and direct
board into planer.
• Gently slideworkpiece intothe infeed side of the
planer until the infeed roller begins to advance the
workpiece.
• Let go of the workpieca and allow automatic feed to
advance the workpieca.
• Do not push/pull on workpiece. Move to the rear and
receive planed lumber by grasping itin same man-
ner as it was fed.
CAUTION: To avoid risk of injury due to kickbacks, do
not stand directly in line with front or rear of planer,
• Do not grasp any portion of board which has not
gone past out-feed roller.
• Repeat this operation on all boards which need to be
same thickness.
• Planer has return rollers (A) on top so assistant can
pass work back to operator.
Figure 16 - Return Rollers
NOTE: Assistantmustfollow same precautions as
operator.
• Surface thatthe planer willproducewill be smoother
ifshallowerdepth of cut isused.
Avoiding Snipe
• Snipe refers to a depression at either end of board
caused by an uneven force on cutterhead when work
is entering or leaving planer.
• Snipe will occur when boards are not supported
properly or when only one feed roller is in contact
with work at beginning or end of cut.
• To avoid snipe, gently push the board up while feed-
ing the work until the outfeed rotterstarts advancing
it.
Move to the rear and receive planed board by gently
pushing it up when the infeed roller looses contact
with the board.
• When planing more than one board of the same
thickness, butt boards together to avoid snipe.
• Snipe is more apparent when deeper cuts are taken.
• Feed work in direction of grain. Work fed against
grain will have chipped, splintered edges.
Planer willoperate best ifkept in good conditionand
properly adjusted.
CHECK FOR WORN BLADES
• Conditionof blades willaffect precisionof cut.
Observe quality of cutwhich planer producesto
check conditionof blades.
• Dull bladeswilltear, rather than sever woodfibers
and producefuzzy appearance.
• Raised grain willoccurwhen dull blades poundon
wood that has varying density.Raised edge willalso
be prm:luced where blades have been nicked.
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REPLACE BLADES
Refer to Figures 17, 18 and 19.
WARNING: Always turn planer OFF and disconnect
from power source beforestarting any maintenance
work.
• Loosen and remove socket head bolts (A) from
blade cover (B) on the rear side of planer.Remove
blade cover.
A/
B
Figure17 - RemoveBladeCover
• Carefully turn cutterhead by hand towards you until it
is stopped by the self-engaging latch.
• Loosen and remove six bolts from gib (C).
Figure 18 - Remove Gib Bolts
• Remove gib using two magnets (Figure 19)
provided.
NOTE: Magnets can be easily disengaged from gib by
tiltingthem to leftor right.
CAUTION: Blade edges are extremely sharp. Keep
fingers away from blades at all times.
• Blade is held on position by two pins. Gently lift old
blades from the pins using the two magnets. Do not
make contact with the blade using fingers. Use
magnets only.
Magnet
Blade
Latcx_kS
Figure19 - RemoveBlade
• Replace with new blade and carefully position iton
the two pins using thetwo magnets.
• Replace gib and align the holeson the gibwith
holeson the blade using the two magnets,
• Secure gib to cutterhead usingsix boltsremoved
earlier.
• Depress latch to release cutterhead. Release latch
when cutterhead can be turned by hand.
• Turn cutterhead by hand until itis stopped byself-
engaging latch,
• Remove gib and blade as mentionedearlier.
• Replace with new blade and replace giband secure
itas mentioned earlier.
• Replace blade cover and secure it usingsockethead
bolts.
BRUSHINSPECTION AND REPLACEMENT
WARNING: Turn planer offand disconnect from power
source. Brushlife depends on amount of load on motor,
Regularly inspectbrushes after 100 hours of use.
Brushes are locatedon either side of planer motor.
Figure 20 - Replace Brushes
• Loosen brush cap (not shown) and gently remove
brush from motor.
NOTE: Brushes are located on both front and rear
sides of planer.
• Replace brushes if spring (A) is damaged.
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• Replace brushes if carbon (B) is worn.
• Replace brushes and tighten brush cap.
ADJUSTING ROLLERCASE LEVEL
Refer to Figures 21 and 22, pages 14 and 16.
The planer will produceuneven depthof cut (tapered
cut) if rollemase (Fig. 22, Key No. 59) is not parallel
with base (Fig. 21, Key No.48). To restoreparallelism of
rollercasewith base:
• Using a test piece, measure height of the taper.
• Turn planer offand disconnectfrom power source.
• Fold front and rear extensiontables.
• Lay planer carefully on itsback so that bottomside
of base is facing you.
• Loosentwo socket head bolts (Fig.21, Key No.62).
Loosen chain (Fig. 21, Key No.67) bysliding idler
bracket (Fig. 21, KeyNo. 60).
• Rotate elevationscrews as needed. Each turn of
screw will movethat side of rollercaseby _Aa".
• Retightenchain using idler bracket.Tighten socket
head boltssecurely.
• Set planer back on itsbase.
• Make a test cut toverify adjustment.
REPLACING V-BELT
Refer to Figures 21, 22 and 23, pages 14, 16 and 18.
Inadequate tension in V-belts (Fig 22, Key No. 28 and
Fig. 23, Key No. 78) will cause belts to slip from the pul-
leys. Loose belts must be replaced. To replace V-belts:
• Remove socket pan head screw and flat washer
(Fig. 21, Key Nos. 1 and 2). Pull handle off. Pull knob
(Fig. 21, Key No. 40) off.
• Remove four pan head screws (Fig. 21, Key No. 15)
from cover (Fig. 21, Key No. 10). Remove cover.
Remove right side cover (Fig. 21, Key No. 39).
• Remove V-belt (Fig. 22, Key No.28) by walkingthe
belt from both pulleys alternately. Gently pull the belt
while turning the pulleys at the same time. Repeat
with V-belt (Fig. 23, Key No. 78).
• Replace with new belts. Walk each belt onto the pul-
leys in the reverse manner as when removingthe
belts.
Make sure each of the belts are evenly seated all
the way on both pulleys.
Replace right side panel and knob. Replace cover
and secure with pan head screws. Replace handle
and secure with flat washer and pan head screw.
LUBRICATION
• Motor and cutterhead bearings are sealed and need
no lubrication.
Gears and elevation screws shouldbe cleaned of
debris and greased.
The table and extension tables can be coated with a
lubricant such as paste wax, to make the workpiece
feed smoother. Be sure the lubricant used does not
affect the ability to finish the workpiece with varnish,
sealer, etc. Do not use any siliconebase lubricants.
CLEAN PLANER
• Keepplaner cleanof anywood chips,dust,dirt ordebris.
• After 10 hours of operation, the chains and gears
should have wood chips, dust and old grease
removed.
• Use common automotive bearing grease to lubricate
all chains and gears. Be sure all chains and gears
have plenty of grease.
11
SYMPTOM
Snipe
(gouging at ends of board)
POSSIBLE CAUSE(S)
1.Dull blades
2.Inadequate supportof long boards
3.Uneven force on cutterhead
4.Rollercase not level with base
5.Lumber not butted properly
CORRECTIVE ACTION
1.Replace bladesper instructions,
See "Maintenance"
2,Support long boards.See "Avoiding Snipe"
3,Gently push board when board is in contact
withonlyonefeed roller,See "AvoidingSnipe"
4,Adjust rollercase
See "Adjusting Table Level"
5,Butt end to end each piece of stockas
boards pass through planer
Fuzzy grain Planing wood with a high moisture Remove high moisture content from woodby
content drying
Torn grain 1.Too heavy a cut 1.Review "Depth of Cut"
2.Blades cutting against grain 2.Review "Feeding Work"
3.Dull blades 3.Replace blades per instructions
See "Maintenance"
Rough raised grain 1.Dull blades 1.Replace blades per instructions.
See "Maintenance"
2.Too heavy a cut 2.Review "Depth of Cut"
3.Moisture content too high 3.Dry the wood or use dried wood
Uneven depth of cut Rollercase not level with planer Rollercase not level
side to side) base See "Adjusting Table Level"
Rollercase elevation adjusts
with difficulty
1.Sprockets or chain dirty
2.Elevation screws, columns dirty
3.Elevation screws worn
4.Friction between rollercase and
covers
5.Rollercase not parallelwith planer
base
6.Rollercase lockengaged
1.Clean and lubricate sprocketsand chain
2.Clean and lubricateelevationscrews, columns
3.Replace elevation screws
4.Clean and lubricate
5.Adjust rollercase
See "Adjusting Table Level"
6.Release rollercase lock
Board feeds inside, but stops 1.Outfeed rollers cannot rotate due 1.Clear the clogging, cleandust collector
moving past the outfeed roller to clogging of chips system. See "Clean Planer"
2.Too much pressure on the 2.Use support stands to support workpiece
cutterhead from long workpiece longer than 24". See "Recommended
Accessories"
Board thickness does not Indicator not set correctly Adjust indicator and tighten securely
match depth of cut scale
Chain jumping 1.Sprockets worn 1.Replace sprockets
2.Chain worn 2.Replace chain
I
Planer will not operate 1.No power to planer 11.Check power source by qualified electrician
2.Motor overload protection tripped !2.Turn planer off. Reset motor overload
protection. See "Overload Reset"
3.Defective or loose switch or wiring 3.Check switchand wiring by qualified
electrician
Belt slipping Loose belt Replace belt, see "Replacing V-Belt"
Rollercase connect be lowered Workpiece thickness gauge setting Reset thickness gauge setting,
restricts rollercase movements see "Workpiece Thickness Gauge"
12
SYMP/uM
Excessive dust in air
(gougingat ends of board)
Excessive fan noise
Motor overheats
Tripping circuit breaker or fuses
POSSIBLE CAUSE(S)
1.Leaking bag or hose connection
2.Collector bag leaks
1.Large debris or piece of wood in
fan housing
2.Loose fan
1.Motor overload
2.Improper motor cooling
1.Motor overload
2.Improper capacity of circuit breaker
or fuses
3.Dull blades
CORRECTIVE ACTION
1.Check collector bag connections. Check
collectorhose connections
2.Dust trapped under bag clamp or collector
bag not sealed on flange
1.Turn collector off and letdebris settlein
collector bag. Remove blade guard and
clear chamber
2.Remove blade cover and tighten bolt
(Fig. 22, Key No. 19)
1.Reduce depth ofcut
2.Clean sawdustfrom motor
1.Reduce depth of cut
2.Use proper capacity circuitbreaker or fuse
3.Replace blades
13
Model 351.217430
Figure 21 - Replacement Parts Illustration for Base
35 36
9,
19 20 7 1_
26 27/4
28/_
38
j°
-_1
,, 22
54
56
58
65
68
66
14
KEY
NO.
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
PART NO.
16099.00
STD851006
16098.00
16100.00
00964.00
STD652005
20042.00
16610.00
18578.00
18623.00
18524.00
09637.00
16742.00
02783.00
16096.00
16101.00
18500.00
01903.00
18566.00
05285.00
18603.00
18581.00
18565.00
07339.00
18525.00
03069.00
18583.00
18580.00
07482.00
18554.00
18516.00
18555.00
00389.00
18564,00
18619.00
18344.00
DESCRIPTION
QTY.
6-1.0 x 20ram Socket Pan Head 2
Screw
6ram Flat Washer* 2
Pointer 1
Handle Assembly 1
6-1.0 x 6ram Set Screw 1
5ram LockWasher* 4
6 x 24ram Knurled Dowel Pin 2
Spring 1
Plug 1
Upper Cover 1
6 x 21mm Knurled Dowel Pin 2
Bushing 4
Roller 2
4 x 18mm Spring Pin 1
8-1.25 x 16ram Socket Pan Head 4
Screw
Grip 2
4-1.59 x 6ram Threadforming 8
Screw
4-0.7 x 10ram Pan Head Screw 2
Bracket 1
5-0.8 x 6ram Pan Head Screw 4
Spring 1
Pointer Bracket 1
Cable 1
6mm Steel Ball 1
Collar 2
5-0.8 x 6ram Set Screw 2
Pointer Guide 1
Pointer 1
5-0.8 x 18ram Socket Head Bolt 2
Pulley Bracket 1
Bushing 2
Cable Pulley 1
5-9.8 x 12mm Pan Head Screw 1
Left Side Cover 1
Tool Storage Case 1
5-1.6 x 12ram Threadforming 4
Screw
Shaft37 18597.00 1
Standard hardware item available locally
A Not Shown
KEY
! NO. PART NO.
38 16115.00
39 18591.00
40 18560.00
41 18616,00
42 18547.00
43 03855.00
44 00256.00
45 18526.00
46 18527.00
47 18534.00
48 18507.00
49 STD841217
50 STD833020
51 STD840610
52 18601.00
53 08662.00
54 09658.00
55 18615.00
56 00781.00
57 18563.00
58 18535.00
59 18590.00
60 18299.00
61 STD851005
62 05331.00
63 18339.00
64 18333.00
65 05148.00
66 18618.00
67 18522.00
68 18540.00
69 STD315505
70 18510.00
71 18332.00
72 18338.00
73 STD851004
74 20036.00
75 STD841015
76 18505.00
DESCRIPTION
Magnet
RightSide Cover
Knob
Table
Guide Plate
5-0.8 x 10ram Socket Head Bolt
3AMI-20 RetainingRing
FrontColumn
Rear Column
ElevatingScrew
Base
12-1.75mm Hex Nut*
6-1.0 x 20ram Hex Head Bolt*
6-1.0ram Hex Nut*
Spacer
6-1.0 x 8ram Socket Head Bolt
Bushing
Support Roller
4-0.7 x 8ram Pan Head Screw
Left Roller Plate
ExtensionTable
Right Roller Plate
Idler Bracket
5mm FlatWasher*
5-0.8 x 12mm Socket Head Bolt
Sprocket
Spacer
3AMI-8 Retaining Ring
Thickness Gauge
Chain
Gauge Bracket
6000ZZ Ball Bearing*
Bearing Retainer
Spacer
Sprocket
4ram Flat Washer*
4-0.7 x 12ram Socket Pan Head
Screw
10-1.5ram Hex Nut*
AdjustScrew
QTY.
2
1
1
1
2
8
2
2
2
2
1
4
4
4
4
4
4
2
12
2
2
2
1
2
6
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
2
2
2
2
2
4
4
Recommended Accessories
A Multi-Purpose Stand
A Horizontal Roller Stand
A Three-Roller Stand
9-22224
9-21417
9-22265
15
Model 351.217430
Figure 22 - Replacement Parts Illustration for Rollercase
51
\
35
36
40
33
11 12
13
14 15
47 48
21 25
23
f
2
32
12
11
69
73
2-_--'P--/
43
34
.d,--- 41
f,
16
KEY
NO.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
PART NO.
18506.00
03855.00
18514.00
18499.00
01784.00
18523.00
06731.00
18537.00
18349.00
18288.00
STD840812
STD852008
16383.00
06821.00
06396.00
18568.00
16129.00
16351.00
06346.00
STD851006
18536,00
18539.00
STD315505
18599.00
18533.00
00964.00
18538.00
18495.00
16125.00
16124.00
16123.00
16382.00
03069.00
20039.00
18573.00
00964.00
DESCRIPTION
Air Duct
5-0.8 x 10mm Socket Head Bolt
Blade Cover
4-1.4 x 12mm Flat Head
ThreadformingScrew
5-0,8 x 10ram Pan Head Screw
Chip Deflector
5-0.8 x 10ram Socket Pan Head
Screw
Fan Housing
6-1.0 x 25ram Socket Pan Head
Screw
Dust Chute
8-1.25mm Hex Nut*
8mm LockWasher*
Left Cam
3CM1-12 E-Ring
3 x 12mm Spring Pin
LockLever
Spring
LockLever Cap
6-1.0 x 12mm Socket Pan Head
Screw
6ram Flat Washer*
!Ean
i FanShaft
6000ZZ Ball Bearing*
Spacer
Dust Cover
6-1.0 x 6mm Set Screw
Fan Pulley
135J2 V-Belt
Rod
Spring
Pad
Right Cam
5-0,8 x 6ram Set Screw
Spring
Nut
6-1.0 x 6ram Set Screw
Standard hardware itemavailable locally
QTY.
1
16
1
3
4
1
2
1
2
2
1
2
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
4
4
4
1
1
2
1
1
KEY
NO.
37
38
39
4O
41
42
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
5O
51
52
53
54
55
56
57
58
59
60
61
62
63
64
65
66
67
68
69
7O
71
72
73
74
75
PART NO.
18562.00
STD851005
08551,00
00814.00
18612.00
02702.00
18593.00
18513.00
18595.00
18589.00
05383.00
STD540501
00361.00
01474.00
18582.00
01548.00
STD851004
18579.00
18520.00
00781.00
18584.00
18574.00
18594.00
18494.00
18587.00
18636.00
18570.00
18571,00
02614,00
STD841015
18614.00
!18611.00
00533.00
STD851008
00483.00
18567.00
03853.00
03843.00
18585,00
DESCRIPTION QTY.
Left Elevating Nut 1
5ram Flat Washer* 1
Retainer Plate 1
5-0.8 x 16ram Socket Head Bolt 2
Outfeed Spring 2
Cord Clamp 1
Roller 2
Belt Guard 1
Screw 1
Right Elevating Nut 1
5-9.8 x 16mm Hex Head Bolt 5
5-0.8ram Hex Nut* 5
5-0.8 x 8ram Pan Head Screw 2
5ram Serrated Lock Washer 2
Pointer Cover 1
4-0.7 x 12ram Pan Head Screw 1
4mm Flat Washer* 1
Pointer 1
Bushing 1
4-0.7 x 8ram Pan Head Screw 2
PointerHousing 1
Nut 1
Rollercase 1
12mm Steel Ball 1
Retaining Plate 1
3-1.0 x 8ramThreadformingScrew 2
Magnet 4
Magnet Seat 4
5-0.8 x 10ram Flat Head Screw 4
10-1.5mm Hex Nut* 1
Stop Rod 1
InfeedSpring 2
3AM1-15 Retaining Ring 2
8ram Fiat Washer* 1
8-1.25 x 25mm Socket Head Bolt 1
Cable Clamp 1
Sprocket 2
RetainingBracket 4
Retainer 4
17
Model 351.217430
Figure 23 - Replacement Parts Illustration for Cutterhead and Gearing
48 55
51
65
\
63
64
67
68
69
71
\7 3
.76
77 78 79
2-.._
3
7 46
82
83 84
35
36
37
@ _X 87
86
85
4O
44
45
59
J
!
26
47
18
KEY
NO. PART NO.
1 18517.00
2 18548.00
3 00221.00
4 03855.00
8 18516.00
6 16515.00
7 18545.00
8 18551.00
9 00256.00
10 03069.00
11 18546.00
12 ST0852005
13 18598.00
14 05331.00
15 STD315505
16 18510.00
17 18332.00
18 18338.00
19 ST0851004
20 20036.00
21 18606.00
22 06182.00
23 18549.00
24 18541.00
25 18622.00
26 ST0315525
27 18542.00
28 18613.00
29 18607.00
30 97339.00
31 18519.00
32 18621.00
33 06252.00
34 18553,00
35 18497.0O
36 22548,00
37 03853.00
38 06045.00
39 ST0851005
40 18608.00
41 18617.O0
42 18600.00
43 18502.00
44 15105.00
45 18575.00
DESCRIPTION
Bushing
Guide Rod
3AMI-10 Retaining Ring
5-0.8 x 10rnrn Socket Head Bolt
Bushing
Bracket
Grip
Handle
3AMI-20 Retaining Ring
6-0.8 x 6ram Set Screw
Guide Bracket
5mm LockWasher*
Sliding Bar
5-0.8 x 12rnrn Socket Head Bolt
6000ZZ Ball Bearing"
Bearing Retainer
Spacer
Sprocket
4rnrn Flat Washer*
4-0.7 x 12turn Socket Pan Head
Screw
Spring
6-1.0 x 30rnm Socket Head Bolt
Guide Rod
Gear
Transmission Seat
6002ZZ Ball Bearing"
Gear
Spring Holder
Spring
6mm Steel Ball
Bushing
Transmission Collar
5-0.8 x 14rnrn Socket Head Bolt
Holder
3AMI-24 Retaining Ring
Chain
Sprocket
5-0.8 x 20rnm Socket Head Bolt
5mrn Flat Washer*
Spring
Tension Wheel Assembly
Spacer
5-0.8 x 30turn Socket Head Bolt
5-0.8 x 35rnrn Socket Head Bolt
Outside Gear Plate
Standard hardware item available locally
A Not Shown
QTY.
1
1
1
4
1
1
1
1
3
2
1
2
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
2
1
2
1
2
1
4
4
4
4
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
4
1
KEY
NO.
46
47
48
49
5O
51
52
53
54
55
56
57
58
59
60
61
62
63
64
65
66
67
68
69
7O
71
72
73
74
75
76
77
78
79
8O
81
82
83
84
85
86
87
A
PART NO. DESCRIPTION
20038.00
18596.00
18267.00
18351.00
18329.00
20020.00
18577.00
STD315225
18572.00
18266.00
18277.00
18330.00
18528.00
19069.00
16529.00
03839.00
18557.00
18602.00
9-29459
18543,00
09789.00
18512.00
ST0315245
18509.00
05331.00
18609.00
18531.00
20040,00
01784,00
18824,00
18832,00
18552,00
93841.00
00964,00
18530.00
18493,00
20041,00
16080,00
94287,00
20043,00
20044.00
20045.00
18625,00
20026,00
18236,03
QTY.
Sleeve 2
Shaft 1
58"1"/12TGear 1
70T Gear 1
Spacer 2
Inside Gear Plate 1
Pinion Gear 1
6202ZZ Ball Bearing* 1
Motor Pulley 1
52T/12T Gear 1
Bushing 5
Spacer 4
Cover 1
4 x4x 19mm Key 1
Cutterhead 1
5 x5x 10mm Key 1
Cutterhead Pin 4
Spring 4
Blade (Set of 2) 1
Gib 2
6-1.0 x 16turn Socket Pan Head 12
Screw
Bearing Retainer 1
6204ZZ Bail Bearing* 1
Bearing Cover 1
5-0.8 x 12mm Socket Head Bolt 3
Spring 1
Cutterhead Lock 1
Bushing 1
5-0.8 x 10mm Pan Head Screw 1
Spacer 1
Cutterhead Pulley 1
Pulley Retaining Nut 1
135J6 V-Belt 1
6-1.0 x 6rnrnSet Screw 1
Cutterhead Fan Pulley 1
Motor Assembly 1
Line Cord 1
Switch 1
Circuit Breaker 1
Brush Holder 2
Brush (set of 2) 1
Brush Cap 2
Half-Bag Dust Collection Set 1
Parts Bag 1
Operator's Manual 1
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