Record Power PT260 User manual

Brand: Record Power

Model: PT260

Type: User manual

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Planer Thicknesser

PT260

www.tt-hire.co.uk email sales@tt-hire.co.uk

Tel 0114 275 3666 Fax 0114 275 4183

53 Carlisle Street Sheffield S4 7LJ

Contents

Terms & Conditions Of Usage

Health & Safety Guidance page 4

Additional Safety Instructions For Planer Thicknessers page 5

Record Power Guarantee page 6

EU Declaration Of Conformity page 29

User Manual

1. Getting to know your planer thicknesser page 7

2. Machine speciﬁcation page 7

3. Stand & wheel kit assembly page 8

4. Machine assembly page 11

5. Connection of the electricity supply page 15

6. Operation & good practice page 16

7. Dust extraction page 19

8. Maintenance & trouble shooting page 20

9. Parts Diagram page 24

10. Parts List page 27

Consumable Spare

Parts Quick Find

Part Description Part Number

Lockbar screw – M6 x 11mm 101

Set screw – M6 x 8mm 104

Planer blade 105

Extraction port 174

Fence extrusion 204

Ratchet lever – M8 217

Flat belt 256

Poly-V-belt – 5PJ864 309

page1

READ ALL THE INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL

CAREFULLY BEFORE ASSEMBLY, INSTALLATION AND USE

OF THIS PRODUCT. KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS IN A

SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

WARNING: When using electric tools, basic safety precautions

should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric

shock and personal injury.

SAFE OPERATION

1. Eye Protection.

The operation of any power tool can result in

foreign objects being thrown into your eyes, which can result

in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or other

suitable eye protection. Wear safety glasses at all times.

Everyday glasses only have impact resistant lenses. They are

not safety glasses which give additional lateral protection.

2. Keep work area clear.

Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents and injuries.

3. Consider work area environment.

Do not expose the machine to rain or damp conditions.

• Keep the work area well lit.

• Do not use the machine in the presence of flammable

liquids or gases.

4. Guard against electric shock.

Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces.

5. Keep other persons away (and pets).

Do not let persons, especially children, not involved in the work,

touch the machine, or extension cord (if used) and keep visitors

away from the work area.

6. Store idle tools.

When not in use, tools should be stored in a dry, locked- up

place, out of reach of children.

7. Do not force the machine.

It will do the job better and work more safely if operated at the

speed at which it was intended.

8. Use the right tool.

• Do not force small tools to do the job of a heavy-duty tool.

• Do not use tools for purposes other than those for which they

were intended.

9. Dress properly.

• Non-slip footwear is recommended.

• Do not wear loose clothing, neckties or jewellery; they can be

caught in moving parts.

• Roll up long sleeves above the elbow.

• Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.

10. Use protective equipment.

• Use safety glasses. (See note 1. above)

• Use face or dust shield if cutting operation creates dust.

• Use ear plugs or ear defenders when the machine is in use

11. Connect dust extraction equipment.

(See section 1 L)

12. Do not abuse the cord.

Never yank the cord to disconnect it from the socket. Keep the

cord away from heat, oil and sharp edges.

13. Do not overreach.

Keep proper footing and balance at all times.

14. Secure work.

Ensure that your work piece is properly held before

starting to cut.

15. Maintain tools with care.

• Follow instructions for lubrication and changing accessories.

• Inspect electric cords periodically and, if damaged, have them

repaired by an authorized service facility or qualified electrician.

• Inspect extension cords (if used) periodically and replace if

damaged. Always use properly rated extension cord.

16. Disconnect Machine.

When not in use, before servicing, changing blades etc.

disconnect the machine from the power supply.

17. Never leave machine running unattended.

Turn power off, do not leave machine until it comes to a

complete stop.

18. Remove adjusting keys and wrenches.

ENSURE that all adjusting wrenches and keys are removed

before switching the machine ‘ON’.

19. Avoid unintentional starting.

Ensure the switch is in the “STOP” position before turning

on the power from the main electricity supply. Your Record

machine already incorporates low voltage protection. This

means the machine will not automatically start up after say a

power cut, unless you first reset the start switch.

20. Out-door Extension Leads.

Your machine should not be used outdoors.

21. Stay alert.

Watch what you are doing, use common sense and do not use

the machine when you are tired.

22. Check for damaged parts.

• Before use of the machine, it should be carefully checked to

determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended

function.

• Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts,

breakage of parts, mounting and any other conditions that may

affect its operation.

• A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly

repaired or replaced by a qualified person unless otherwise

indicated in this instruction manual. Have defective switches

replaced by a qualified person.

• Do not use the machine if the switch does not turn on and off.

23. Warning!

• The use of any accessory or attachment, other than those

recommended in this instruction manual, or recommended by

our Company may present a risk of personal injury.

24. Have your machine repaired by a qualified person.

• This electric machine complies with the relevant safety rules.

Only qualified persons using original spare parts should carry

out repairs. Failure to do this may result in considerable danger

to the user.

25. This machine is designed for planing and thicknessing

wood.

• Do not use this machine for any other material

Maintenance and Servicing.

This machine requires very little maintenance. This handbook

gives clear instructions on installation, set up and operation.

Read these instructions carefully. Remember always to switch

off and unplug from the main electricity supply before carrying

out any setting up or maintenance operations.

Should you need advice on the repair or maintenance of this

product, our Customer Service Department can be contacted

on 0870 770 1777 and will be happy to assist you.

Health & Safety Guidance

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SAFETY IS A COMBINATION OF OPERATOR

COMMON SENSE AND ALERTNESS AT ALL

TIMES WHEN THE PLANER THICKNESSER

IS BEING USED.

WARNING: FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, DO NOT ATTEMPT

TO OPERATE YOUR PLANER THICKNESSER UNTIL IT IS

COMPLETELY ASSEMBLED AND INSTALLED ACCORDING TO

THE INSTRUCTIONS.

SAFE OPERATION

1. Regularly check that the blades and lock bars are locked

tight in cutter block.

2. Planer must be bolted down to a stand or workbench for

stability.

3. Do not exceed maximum allowable blade projection over

cutter block of 1.0 mm/ 0.040 inch +10%.

4. Never remove any of the machine’s safety guards other than

for servicing and repair work. Keep guards operational at all

times.

5. Set and secure safety guards in position before operating

machine.

6. This machine must be safely earthed. The yellow/green lead

is the earth conductor.

7. Rebating, tenoning, moulding and recessing may not be

undertaken without the use of special guards.

8. Never make jointing or planing cuts deeper than 3mm / 1/8”.

9. Make sure there are no nails or foreign objects in the part of

the workpiece to be planed.

10. Regularly check anti-kickback fingers for proper operation.

11. Make sure there is no debris between the workpiece and its

supports.

12. When planing irregularly shaped workpieces, plan your work

support so it will not slip and be pulled from your hands.

13. Use extra caution with large, very small or awkward

workpieces.

14. Use extra supports (roller stands, saw horses, tables etc, for

any workpieces large enough to tip when not held down to the

table top.

15. DO NOT use another person as a substitute for a table

extension, or as additional support for a workpiece that is

longer than the basic planer table, or to help feed, support, or

pull the workpiece.

16. Plane only one workpiece at a time.

17. Find and read the WARNING label (see sample on right)

mounted on the Planer.

18. Clear everything except the work piece and related support

devices off the table before turning the planer on.

19. Plan the way you will hold the work piece from start to

finish.

20. Avoid awkward operations and hand positions where a

sudden slip could cause fingers or hand to move into the cutter

block.

21. Keep your face and body to one side, out of line with a

possible kick back.

22. Before starting work, watch the planer while it runs. If it

makes an unfamiliar noise or vibrates a lot, stop immediately.

Press the STOP button on planer. Unplug the planer. Do not

restart until finding and correcting the problem.

23. Before freeing any jammed material ensure that you follow

the next three steps.

a. Press the red “STOP” button.

b. Unplug the planer from the mains power supply.

c.Wait for all moving parts to stop.

24. WARNING LABELS – It is important that labels bearing

Health & Safety Warnings are not removed or painted over. New

labels are available from Customer Services.

25. MECHANICAL SAFETY – The security of all clamps and

work holding devices should be checked before switching on.

26. WOOD DUST – The fine particles of dust produced

in planing operations can be a long term health hazard if

excessive. Some imported hardwoods do give off highly

irritant dust which causes a burning sensation. We strongly

recommend the use of a dust collector and dust mask/visor.

Our Customer Services will be happy to advise you on the

correct unit for your needs.

27. Machine falls under the scope of the ‘Health & Safety

at Work etc. Act 1974’, and the ‘Provision & Use of Work

Equipment Regulations 1998'. We recommend that you study

and follow these regulations. Further guidance can be found

in the Safe Use of Woodworking Machinery code of practice

booklet (L114) published by Health & Safety Executive. For

further help on any of the above matters please contact our

Customer Services Department at :- Tel: 0870 770 1777 Fax:

0870 770 1888

WARNING: Do not allow familiarity (gained from frequent

use of your machine) to become commonplace. Always

remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufficient

to inflict severe injury.

Additional Safety Instructions

For Planer Thicknessers

page3

2. Machine Specification

Fig.1

A Function selection switch

B On / off & emergency stop

C Cutter guard

D Infeed table

E Outfeed table

F Fence assembly

G Planing depth of cut adjustment

H Cutter guard rise and fall

I Machine frame

J Stand & wheel kit

K Planing extraction port (100mm)

L Thicknessing table

M Thicknessing rise and fall handle

N Thicknessing extraction port

(100mm)

O Thicknessing depth gauge

P Wheel kit operating pedal

Q Motor rating plate

Thicknesser feed rate: 5m per min

Cutter block speed: 6500rpm

Number of cutter block knives: 2

Max depth of cut: 3mm

Planing table length: 1000mm

Max working width: 260mm

Thicknessing table length: 400mm

Max thicknessing depth: 150mm

Extraction ports: 100mm lower

Motor power (16 amp output): 2¼hp

Weight: 85kg

Dimensions: 914mm (height) x 280mm

(width) x 1200mm (length)

PT260 SPECIFICATION

Getting To Know Your Planer Thicknesser

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6.1 Chip removal when planing

Set thicknessing bed to approximately

2/3 capacity and place extraction

connector on to it. Raise thicknessing

bed to secure extraction connector in

position Fig.6.1

Note: Ensure that the notches in top

of the connector locks in the spacer

shaft & depth of cut adjusting bar.

Note: We recommend adequate

dust extraction must be used with

this machine - particularly when

processing large boards. Large

volumes of chips will be produced

that will clog the cutter block and

extraction chute having adverse

effects on the finish of you work. This

could potentially lead to damage of

the machine that may not be covered

in the warranty if an extractor is not

used. If you need advice on suitable

extraction please contact Record

Power on 0870 770 1777.

Chip removal when thicknessing

Thicknessing without dust collector:

Take off outfeed table, slide cutter guard

clear of table and set guard to highest

position. Swing chip ejection hood over

the cutterblock and secure in place with

the lock levers as well as lowering the

guard on to it Fig.6.2.

Bring chip ejection hood into position as

shown, then place the suction connector

on to it Fig.6.3. Secure with lock levers

and guard.

Note: The chip ejection hood is the

cutterblock guard when the machine is

set up for thicknessing. Never operate

machine without chip ejection hood in

place and properly secured.

6.2 Setting cutter guard

Height adjustment is made with the lever

mounted on the left hand side of the

machine. After lifting the lock lever the

cutter guard can be slid sideways to set

the required workpiece width for jointing.

Push the lever down to lock cutter guard

in position Fig.6.4.

Fig.6.1

Fig.6.2

Fig.6.3

Fig.6.4

Operation & Planer Thicknesser Practice

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6.3 Planing

This operation is carried out for straight-

ening a workpiece and for trimming the

long side of panels. Place workpiece

flush on to in-feed table, with your left

hand set the cutter guard to the required

height (workpiece should be run clear of

the guard. Start machine and push stock

slowly and steady against the cutter-

block. Hands slide over the blade cover

Fig.6.5A.

The depth of cut can be altered in this

function by setting the infeed table to line

up with the various lines on the scale the

top line is zero and the bottom line is a

3mm cut. Although it is not advised to

take the deepest cut, a shallow cut will

give better results and be much easier on

the machine Fig.6.5B .

To increase the depth of cut simply rotate

the infeed adjustment knob anticlockwise

Fig.6.5C.

6.4 Jointing

For planing the narrow sides of a

workpiece release the blade guards lock

lever and set blade guard to width of

workpiece. The plastic spring on the

end of the blade guard should exert a

slight pressure against the workpiece.

Lock blade guard in place and start the

machine. Push workpiece slowly and

steady against cutter block. Ensure

that fence is set at true 90° (or any

other angle required – see Assembly

– Adjusting Fence) and workpiece is kept

flush against fence Fig.6.6.

This gives you a datum surface for the

next steps Fig.6.7A.

After straightening side 1, turn the

workpiece 90º so that side 1 now lines

up along the fence. Surface side 2 at

90° in order to carry out thicknessing:

this way it is possible to obtain a ﬁnished

piece planed on all 4 sides.

When side 1 is positioned ﬂat against

the thicknessing bed, side 3 can cut

straight Fig.6.7B. Likewise when side 2

is positioned ﬂat against the thicknessing

bed, side 4 can be cut straight resulting

in four square edges Fig.6.7C.

Before proceeding with machining, care-

fully read the advice on safety and planer-

protection adjustment in the following

paragraphs.

Fig.6.5A

Fig.6.6

90º

Fence

Fig.6.7A

Thicknessing

bed

Fig.6.7B

Cutterblock

Fig.6.5B

Depth Scale

Fig.6.5C

Adjustment Knob

Thicknessing

bed

Fig.6.7C

Operation & Planer Thicknesser Practice - cont.

page6

6.5 Thicknessing

1. Prepare machine for thicknessing as

described under CHIP REMOVAL WHEN

THICKNESSING. Set thicknessing bed

to required thickness of workpiece (but

a maximum 5mm more than actual

thickness of the workpiece) Fig.6.8.

2. Start machine and place workpiece

with planed side facing down on to

thicknessing bed and slowly push

forward until feed roller engages Fig.6.9.

With wedge-shaped workpiece feed

thicker end first.

3. The thicknessing bed should be

cleaned with white spirit and treated

regularly with a silicone based spray

such as Record Power CWA195. This will

enable the workpiece to move through

smoothly and clearly Fig.6.10.

6.6 Micro Switches

The purpose of the microswitch is to

enhance the safety of the machine

by ensuring that the cutterblock is

inaccessible whilst the machine is in

operation. The PT260 is equipped with 3

safety micro switches.

1. In thicknesser mode, the extraction

port must be placed over the cutterblock,

covering it before the machine will start

Fig.6.11.

2. When planing the table lock handles

must be engaged. The micro switch

registers that the lock handle is

positioned correctly and allows power to

run to the machine Fig.6.12.

3. Also when planing, the micro switch

beneath the cutterblock must register

that the dust extraction port is in place

before the machine will start Fig.6.13.

Fig.6.8

Fig.6.9

Fig.6.10

Thicknessing Bed

Fig.6.11

Fig.6.12

Fig.6.13

Operation & Planer Thicknesser Practice - cont.

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1. To avoid a build-up of wood dust,

regularly clean the thicknesser drive gear

using a brush or compressed air.

2. Lubricate all bearing points and chains

regularly with a few drops of motor oil.

Keep flat belt free of oil and grease.

WARNING: If blowing sawdust, wear

proper eye protection to prevent debris

from blowing into eyes.

3. Clean the thicknessing bed spindles

on a regular basis to prevent the build-up

of wood chips and dust, lubricate with

spray oil. Do not use ordinary oil.

4. Keep infeed / outfeed tables and

thicknessing bed free of resin. Clean

regularly with white spirit, then coat

with a light film of silicone spray such

as Record Power CWA195 to enhance

passage of workpiece on table Fig.8.1.

This machine will perform in conformity

with the description contained in this

manual when installed, operated,

maintained and repaired in accordance

with the instructions provided.

This machine must be checked

periodically. Defective equipment

(including power cable) should not be

used. Parts that are broken, missing,

plainly worn, distorted or contaminated,

should be replaced immediately. Should

such repair or replacement become

necessary, it is recommended that

such repairs be carried out by qualified

persons.

This machine or any of its parts should

not be altered or changed from standard

specifications. The user of this machine

shall have the sole responsibility for any

malfunction which results from improper

use or unauthorized modification

from standard specification, faulty

maintenance, damage or improper repair.

CAUTION!

Before carrying out any adjustments

or maintenance ensure that the

machine is isolated and disconnected

from the electricity supply.

Fig.8.1

Thicknessing Bed

Maintenance

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Replacing Blades

CAUTION! This procedure involves

close contact with the planer blade.

Ensure that gloves are worn at all

times to prevent injury to the hands.

To remove the planer knives

1. Disconnect the machine from the

electricity supply.

2. Remove the planer fence.

3. Raise the cutterblock guard extrusion

and pull it outwards fully.

4. Turn each of the four screws of the

planer knife lockbar fully inwards.

5. Remove the planer knife lockbar

Fig.8.2B and the planer knife Fig.8.2A

from the cutterblock Fig.8.2C.

6. Clean all surfaces of the cutterblock

and planer knife lockbar.

4.8 Installing the planer knives

1. Place the new planer knife on the

planer knife lockbar making sure that

both pins of the planer knife lockbar

fit into the holes on the planer knife

Fig.8.3A.

2. Place the planer knife lockbar Fig.8.3C

with the planer knife Fig.8.3B into the

cutterblock, ensuring that the knife does

not slip from the two pins on the planer

knife lockbar.

3. Turn the four screws of the planer

knife lockbar so far out that the planer

knife lockbar Fig.8.4B and knife Fig.8.4A

can barley be moved longitudinally to the

cutterblock axis.

4. There are two ways to check the

projection of the knives:

i. By using the setting gauge Fig.8.5

(supplied).

- Place the planer knife setting gauge on

the cutterblock. The knives must project

so much that they touch the setting

gauge. This check must be performed on

both the planer knives and at both ends

of the cutterblock.

ii. By using an aluminium straight edge

Fig.8.6.

- Place the aluminium straight edge

as shown over the outfeed table and

cutterblock.

- Turn the cutterblock by hand, one turn

against the direction of feed.

- The planer knives are set correctly if the

straight edge is moved forward 4 to 6mm

by turning the cutterblock. This check

must be performed at both ends of the

cutterblock.

Fig.8.2

Fig.8.3

Fig.8.4

Fig.8.6

Fig.8.5

SETTING GAUGE

Maintenance - cont.

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5. To set the knife projection, turn the

grub screws in the planer knife lockbar

with a 3mm Allen key as required.

6. To tighten, turn the four screws of the

planer knife lockbar fully out. To prevent

distortion of the planer knife lockbar start

with the screws in the centre, moving out

to the edges Fig.8.7.

7. Return the cutterblock guard extrusion

to its starting position.

8. Mount the jointer fence.

Belt Tension

After the first 5 hrs. of operation check

belt tension. Remove cap securing the

belt drive cover (pt. No.215). Check

tension by pushing against belt, play

should be approx. 15 – 20 mm or 5/8” –

3/4”. (see Fig.15) Belt tension is adjusted

by slackening the four nuts A using

the 13mm wrench provided, correctly

tension, then re-tighten nuts Fig.8.8.

Fig.8.7

Fig.8.8

Maintenance - cont.

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Symptom Possible Causes Solutions

THICKNESSER

WILL NOT FEED

WORKPIECE

THROUGH

1. Thicknesser drive belt worn / broken

2. Drive chain tension spring broken

3. Workpiece sticking on Thicknesser

4. Planer blades wrongly adjusted

1. Check and replace as necessary

2. Check and replace spring

3. Clean table and clean with silicone

based lubricant

4. Check and re-set blades

THICKNESSER RISE

AND FALL IS

STIFF / WILL NOT

OPERATE

1. Build up of shavings / dust on

mechanism

2. Rise and fall chain wrongly adjusted

or broken

1. Clean and lubricate with silicone based

lubricant

2. Have the machine checked and repaired

by a suitably qualified person / authorized

agent

NOT

THICKNESSING TO

UNIFORM

THICKNESS

1. Blades wrongly adjusted

2. Thicknesser table twisted as rise and

fall chain wrongly adjusted

1. Check and adjust blades

2. Have machine checked and repaired

by a suitably qualified person / authorized

agent

NOT PLANING

WORKPIECE

SQUARELY

1. Blades wrongly adjusted

2. Fence not square to table

3. Outfeed table not square

1. Check and adjust blades

2. Adjust fence and 90° / 45° stops

3. Using a straight edge, align the outfeed

table to the infeed table

MACHINE WILL

NOT START

(GENERAL)

1. Blown fuse

2. Selector switch not set to correct

function

3. Micro switch(es) wrongly adjusted

1. Check / replace fuse

2. Check and reset switch as required

3. Check and re-adjust

MACHINE WILL

NOT START

(PLANER

MODE)

1. Chip ejection hood not located

correctly against micro switch

2. Out-feed table / locking lever not

located correctly against micro switch

3. Selector switch not set to correct

function

1. Check and refit chip ejection hood.

Ensure that Thicknesser table is raised to

hold chip ejection hood securely against

micro switch

2. Check and refit out-feed table. Check

that right hand lock lever operates micro

switch. Adjust micro switch position if

necessary

3. Check position of switch

MACHINE WILL

NOT START

(THICKNESSER

MODE)

1. Chip ejection hood not in correct

position / not operating micro switch

2. Selector switch not set to correct

function

1. Check position of hood and adjust as

necessary

2. Check position of switch

SURFACE PLANER

NOT PRODUCING

FLAT WORKPIECE

1. Surface tables not parallel

2. Blades not set correctly to out-feed

table

1. Check and adjust using straight edge

along length of table

2. Check and adjust blade (after checking

tables as above)

Trouble Shooting

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EU Declaration of Conformity

Cert No: EU / PT260 / 1

RECORD POWER LIMITED,

Unit B, Ireland Industrial Est.

Adelphi Way, Staveley, Chesterfield S43 3LS

declares that the machinery described:-

1. Type: Planer Thicknesser

2. Model No: PT260

3. Serial No .........................................................................

Conforms with the following directives:-

MACHINERY DIRECTIVE 98/37/EC

(repealing / replacing Directives 89/392/EEC

91/368/EEC

93/44/EEC

93/68/EEC

LOW VOLTAGE DIRECTIVE 73/23/EEC

and its subsequent amendment 93/68/EEC

ELECTROMAGNETIC 89/336EEC

COMPATIBILITY DIRECTIVE 92/31EEC

and its subsequent amendments 93/68EEC

and conforms to the machinery example for which the

EC Type-Examination Certificate No. BM2010044-01/ E9931773E-01 ;

AN 9933942-01/ E9931773E-01 ; CC9859786/ P9832796Z-02

has been issued by TUV Rheinland Product Safety GmbH,

at: Am Grauen Stein, D-51105. Cologne, Germany

and complies with the relevant essential health and safety requirements.

Signed................................................Dated: 12/01/04

Andrew Greensted

Managing Director

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Record Power Limited

Unit B, Adelphi Way

Ireland Industrial Est.

Staveley S43 3LS

Woodworking Machines & Accessories

Telephone: 0870 770 1777

Facsimile: 0870 770 1888

Email: sales@recordpower.co.uk

http://www.recordpower.co.uk

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