King Canada KC-530FXR User manual

Brand: King Canada

Model: KC-530FXR

Type: User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

MODEL: KC-530FXR

20” 5HP EXTREME PLANER

WITH SPIRAL CUTTERHEAD

WARRANTY INFORMATION

-YEAR

LIMITED WARRANTY

FOR THIS 20” EXTREME PLANER

KING CANADA TOOLS

OFFERS A 2-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

FOR INDUSTRIAL USE.

PROOF OF PURCHASE

Please keep your dated proof of purchase for warranty and servicing purposes.

REPLACEMENT PARTS

Replacement parts for this product are available at our authorized King Canada service centers across Canada.

LIMITED TOOL WARRANTY

King Canada makes every effort to ensure that this product meets high quality and durability standards. King Canada warrants to the

original retail consumer a 2-year limited warranty as of the date the product was purchased at retail and that each product is free from

defects in materials. Warranty does not apply to defects due directly or indirectly to misuse, abuse, normal wear and tear, negligence

or accidents, repairs done by an unauthorized service center, alterations and lack of maintenance. King Canada shall in no event be

liable for death, injuries to persons or property or for incidental, special or consequential damages arising from the use of our products.

To take advantage of this limited warranty, return the product at your expense together with your dated proof of purshase to an

authorized King Canada service center. Contact your retailer or visit our web site at www.kingcanada.com for an updated listing of our

authorized service centers. In cooperation with our authorized serviced center, King Canada will either repair or replace the product if

any part or parts covered under this warranty which examination proves to be defective in workmanship or material during the

warranty period.

PARTS DIAGRAM & PARTS LISTS

Refer to the Parts section of the King Canada web site for the most updated parts diagram and parts list.

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VOLTAGE WARNING: Before connecting the machine to a power source (receptacle, outlet, etc.) be sure the voltage supplied is the same

as that specified on the nameplate of the tool. A power source with voltage greater than that for the specified tool can result in SERIOUS

INJURY to the user - as well as damage to the machine motor. Using a power source with voltage less than the nameplate is harmful to

the motor. See electrical information page for more information.

GENERAL & SPECIFIC

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

SPECIFIC SAFETY

INSTRUCTIONS FOR 20” EXTREME PLANER

1. If you are not thoroughly familiar

with the operation of planers,

obtain advice from your supervisor, instructor or other qualified

person.

2. Keep cutterhead cutter inserts sharp and free of all rust and

pitch. The planer may kickback a workpiece at the operator or

give poor finish results if it is operated with dirty

, dull or damaged

cutter inserts.

3. Check material for loose knots, nails and other defects before

attempting to plane the workpiece.

4. Remove shavings only with the power off.

5. Keep hands away from the top surface of the board near the feed

rolls.

6. Check that switch is in OFF position before plugging in power

cord.

7. Before moving table upward or downward, loosen locking

knobs. The locking knobs are on the right side of machine.

8. Keep hands away from the feed roll and the cutterhead. The

feed roller is designed to pull material into the cutterhead.

9. Do not operate machine while the gear cover is open.

10. Remove adjusting tools and loose articles from machine

before operating.

1. Body position.

The workpiece may kickback during operation.

To avoid getting hit, the operator should stand to the side of the

planer during the entire operation.

12. Grain direction. Planing across the grain is hard on the planer

and may cause kickback. Plane your workpiece in the same

direction as the wood grain.

13. Removing jammed workpiece. Do not attempt to remove a

jammed workpiece while the planer is running. Always stop the

planer and disconnect power cord form the power source before

removing jams.

1. KNOW YOUR MACHINE

Read and understand the owners manual and labels affixed to

t. Learn its application and limitations as well as its specific

potential hazards.

. GROUND THE MACHINE.

This machine is equipped with an approved 3-conductor cord.

The green conductor in the cord is the grounding wire.

NEVER

connect the green wire to a live terminal.

3. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES.

Form habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches

are removed from machine before turning it on.

4. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN.

Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents. Make sure the

floor is clean and not slippery due to wax and sawdust build-up.

5. AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT.

Don’t use machinery in damp or wet locations or expose them

to rain. Keep work area well lit and provide adequate

surrounding work space.

6. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY.

All visitors should be kept a safe distance from work area.

7. USE PROPER SPEED.

A machine will do a better and safer job when operated at the

proper speed.

8. WEAR PROPER APPAREL.

Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties or jewelry (rings,

watch) because they could get caught in moving parts. Non-

slip footwear is recommended. Wear protective hair covering

to contain long hair. Roll up long sleeves above the elbows.

9. ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES.

Always wear safety glasses (ANSI Z87.1). Everyday eye-

lasses only have impact resistant lenses, they are

safety glasses. Also use a face or dust mask if operation is dusty.

0. MAINTAIN MACHINE WITH CARE.

Maintain machine and keep it clean for best and safest

performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing

accessories.

11. DISCONNECT POWER CORD FROM POWER SOURCE.

Before servicing, when changing accessories or attachments.

12. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.

Consult the accessory manual for recommended use. Follow

the instructions that accompany the accessories. The use of

improper accessories may cause hazards.

13. NEVER STAND ON MACHINE.

Do not store materials such that it is necessary to stand on the

machine to reach them.

14. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS.

Before further use of the machine, a guard or other parts that

are damaged should be carefully checked to ensure that they

will operate properly and perform their intended function. Check

for alignment of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and

any other conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or

other parts that are damaged should be properly repaired or

replaced.

15. NEVER LEAVE MACHINE RUNNING UNATTENDED.

Turn power ‘’OFF’’. Don’t leave any machine running until it

comes to a complete stop.

TECHNICAL INFORMATION

odel ........................................................................................................................................................................................

C-530FXR

Motor ................................................................................................................................................5HP, 220V, 30 Amps., 1 Phase, 60Hz

WARNING! This 20” extreme planer must be connected to a 40 amp circuit breaker to be operated at 220V. See electrical

nformation on the following page.

aximum width of stock ..........................................................................................................................................................................20”

Maximum height of stock ....................................................................................................................................................................8-5/8”

Maximum depth of cut ............................................................................................................................................................................1/8”

Minimum stock thickness ........................................................................................................................................................................1/4”

Minimum stock length ..........................................................................................................................................................................7-1/2”

Feed Rates ..................................................................................................................................................................................16/20 FPM

Cuts per minute..................................................................................................................................................................................20,000

Cuts per inch ........................................................................................................................................................................................25/20

Number of cutter inserts............................................................................................................................................................................

Carbide cutter insert size......................................................................................................................................15mm x 15mm x 2.5mm

Cutterhead diameter ............................................................................................................................................................................3-1/4”

Cutterhead speed........................................................................................................................................................................5,000 RPM

Dust chute opening ....................................................................................................................................................................................5”

Table size with extensions........................................................................................................................................................55-7/8” x 20”

Overall dimensions..........................................................................................................................................................45” x 55-7/8” x 45”

TECHNICAL INFORMATION &

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR PLANER

Getting to know your 20” Extreme Planer

1) Magnetic Switch

2) Emergency “STOP” push/lock button

3) “ON” push button

4) Return rollers (2)

5) Table height adjustment handwheel

6) Gear box cover

7) Speed change pull/push lever

8) Table height lock knob (1 of 2)

9) Depth scale

10) Table height lock knob (2 of 2)

11) Enclosed cabinet

12) Built-in mobile base

13) Machine lifting handles (front & rear)

14) Extension table (2)

ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS

& CONTROLS

WARNING!

ALL ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS MUST BE DONE BY A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN. FAILURE TO COMPLY MAY RESULT IN

SERIOUS INJURY! ALL ADJUSTMENTS OR REPAIRS MUST BE DONE WITH THE MACHINE DISCONNECTED FROM THE

POWER SOURCE. FAILURE TO COMPLY MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY!

220V OPERATION

As received from the factory

, your planer is ready to operate on a

220V circuit. This planer is intended for use on a circuit that has an

NEMA L6-30 outlet and a plug which looks like the one illustrated in

Fig.1.

A 220V

NEMA L6-30 plug is not supplied with the planer and must be

purchased at your local hardware store. This plug and prong

configuration is illustrated in Fig.1. Contact your authorized service

center or qualified electrician to install the plug. The planer must

comply with all local and national codes after the 220V plug is installed.

GROUNDING

This planer must be grounded. If it should malfunction or breakdown,

grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current, to

reduce the risk of electric shock.

WARNING: IF NOT PROPERLY GROUNDED, THIS PLANER CAN

CAUSE ELECTRICAL SHOCK, PARTICULARLY WHEN USED IN

DAMP LOCATIONS. TO AVOID SHOCK OR FIRE, IF THE POWER

CORD IS WORN OR DAMAGED IN ANY WAY, HAVE IT REPLACED

IMMEDIATELY.

WARNING: TO MAINTAIN PROPER GROUNDING OF YOUR

PLANER, DO NOT REMOVE OR ALTER THE GROUNDING PRONG

ANY MANNER, SEE FIG.1.

EXTENSION CORDS

The use of an extension cord IS NOT RECOMMENDED. Instead, plan

your work area to eliminate the need of an extension cord. If it is

absolutely necessary to use a 220V extension cord, make sure to use

a minimum of 10 gauge cord that does not exceed 50 feet. The cord

must also have the necessary NEMA L6-30 connectors. Please note

that the use of any extension cord will cause some loss of power

. To

prevent damage to the motor, have a qualified electrician size the

extension cord if you require it to exceed 50 feet.

MAGNETIC SWITCH, ON

AND OFF BUTTONS

This machine is equipped with a 220V magnetic switch (A) Fig.2, it is

mounted on the switch support (D). When the planer is connected to its

power source, the emergency stop button (C) must be disengaged

(twist it counterclockwise to make it pop out), only then can the “On”

button (B) be depressed to turn motor on. To turn the motor off, depress

the emergency stop button. If you have finished all operations, depress

the emergency stop button and turn clockwise to lock it.

FIGURE 1

PROPERLY

GROUNDED

OUTLET

CURRENT

CARRYING

PRONGS

GROUNDING

PRONG

(hooked)

FIGURE 2

POWER SUPPLY

WARNING!: THIS PLANER MUST BE CONNECTED TO A

220V, 40 AMP. CIRCUIT BREAKER.

FAILURE TO CONNECT IN THIS WAY CAN RESULT IN MOTOR DAMAGE AND INJURY FROM SHOCK OR FIRE.

UNPACKING, CLEANING &

MOVING YOUR PLANER

UNPACKING AND CLEANUP

To ensure maximum performance from your planer, clean it properly and

install it accurately before use.

s soon as you receive the planer, we recommend you follow these

procedures :

1) Inspect packing crate for damage in transit. Record damage and report it

immediately to transport carrier.

2) Open crate and check that machine arrived in good condition. If not, let

your industrial retailer know immediately.

3) Before lifting machine, remove all bolts locking it to its shipping base.

4) Transport machine to location with a hand truck, sling or dolly.

5) Remove the protective coating from the table, bed rolls, feed rolls,

cutterhead and loose items packed with the machine, including lifting

handles.

6) This coating may be removed with a soft cloth moistened with Kerosene.

NOTE : Do not use acetone, gasoline, or lacquer thinner for this purpose.

7) Do not use solvents on plastic parts; solvents dissolve and damage plastic.

8) Care must be taken when cleaning the cutterhead as the cutter inserts are

installed and are very sharp.

MOVING PLANER

Lifting Handles

There are four lifting handles to facilitate the transportation of your planer. All

lifting handles are the pull out type. Pull the handles out for use, push them

back in when not in use. T

wo of the lifting handles (A) are shown in Fig.3.

If any type of sling is used to lift machine, be sure to only attach the sling to

the lifting handles. Be sure that machine is kept in level position while lifting.

Warning! This step must be done without the solid extension tables

assembled to the table.

Mobile Base

Once the planer has been lowered close to its working position, use the

built-in mobile base (A) Fig.4 to position the planer by hand. Simply push

down toward the back or towards the front on the mobile base pedal (A) with

your foot to activate it. Please note that the mobile base wheels are not

omni-directional, meaning they only roll in one direction. Once you are

finished positioning the planer, lock the mobile base wheels by repositioning

the mobile base pedal parallel with the floor as shown in Fig.4.

FIGURE 3

FIGURE 4

ASSEMBLY

ASSEMBLING SOLID EXTENSION TABLES

2 Solid extension tables are supplied and can be assembled to the front and

back of your planer table. To install either extension table (A) Fig.5, hold the

xtension table against the front of the table and using 3 hex. bolts (B) Fig.5,

fix the extension table to the table. Do not completely tighten the hex. bolts.

To adjust the extension table parallel with the table surface, place a straight

dge on the top of the table and extension table (Fig.5B). Adjust the

extension table angle by tightening or loosening the 3 set screws (C) Fig.5

until the table extension and the main table are perfectly parallel. Tighten all

hex. bolts and recheck the alignment and adjust if necessary.

Repeat the above steps for the rear extension table.

ASSEMBLING TABLE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT HANDWHEEL

1) Place bushing (A) Fig.6 on the handwheel shaft.

2) Insert retaining key into the handwheel shaft keyway.

3) Thread the handle (B) into the handwheel (C).

4) Place the handwheel onto the shaft and secure it into place with a

washer (D) and hex. nut (E).

5” DUST COLLECTOR HOOD

This standard accessory dust collector hood (A) Fig.7 is assembled to the

rear of the planer using 5 hex. bolts and washers (B). Connecting a dust

collector to your planer IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED because it provides an

efficient means of maintaining a clean and safe work area.

FIGURE 5

FIGURE 6

FIGURE 7

FIGURE 5B

PRE-OPERATION & ADJUSTMENTS

CHECKING GEAR BOX OIL LEVEL

Before you start your planer for the first time, it is very important to check

the oil level of the gear box. The proper oil level is just flush with the oil level

hole. To check the gear box oil level;

1) Remove the oil level bolt (A) Fig.8 using a wrench.

) Insert the short end of a small hex. key inside the hole and then remove

it.

) If the short end of the hex. key is coated with oil, the oil level is good.

Reposition and tighten the oil level bolt. If it is not coated with oil, you

will need to add more oil. See maintenance section for instructions on

how to fill gear box with oil.

Important note: Gear box oil will need to be replaced after the first 20

hours of operation.

This is a normal break-in procedure and must be

respected if you wish to keep your planer in proper working order and to

prevent voiding your warranty.

CONTROLLING THE DEPTH OF CUT

The cutting depth scale (A) Fig.9 includes a combination of inch/metric

measurements with a cutting range from 0” to 8”. The upward or downward

movement is controlled by the handwheel (B). One turn of the handwheel

will increase or decrease the table height by 1/16”. Before attempting to

move the position of the table (C) up or down, loosen the table lock knobs

(D) on both sides. Once the table is in the proper height, retighten lock

knobs.

FEED SPEED CONTROL

There are two feed speeds in the gear box, these 2 speeds are controlled

by using the speed shift lever (A) Fig.10. When making dimensioning

passes, it is recommended to use the low feed rate of 16ft./minute. When

making finishing passes, it is recommended to use the high speed rate of

20ft./minute. When the speed shift lever is completely pushed in (A) Fig.11,

the feed speed rate is 20 ft./min., when it is completely pulled out (C) the

feed speed rate is 16 ft./min. and the center position (B) is a neutral setting.

ARNING!

ONL

Y CHANGE SPEEDS WHILE THE MACHINE IS

RUNNING WITHOUT A LOAD,

DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CHANGE SPEEDS

DURING

ANY CUTTING OPERA

TION OR

YOU WILL DAMAGE

THE

GEAR BOX

AND VOID W

ARRANTY

FIGURE 8

FIGURE 9

FIGURE 10

FIGURE 11

OPERATION BASICS,

CLEANING & LUBRICATION SCHEDULE

BASIC OPERATION

Here are basic steps to follow when operating your planer;

1) Read instruction manual before operating to familiarize yourself with the safety, operation, adjustments and maintenance.

) Make sure all tools and foreign objects are removed from the planer.

3) Don’t forget to put on safety glasses, secure loose clothes or long hair.

) If your workpiece is not perfectly flat, surface plane the workpiece on a jointer until it is flat. This will ensure that the workpiece stays flat on

the table during the entire cutting operation. If you are not sure if the condition of the workpiece is suitable, do not use it!

5) Adjust the table height to slightly lower than the workpiece height, this will ensure the first cut is as light as possible (1/32”-1/16”). Lock table

into place by tightening both table lock knobs.

6) If the stop button is engaged (twisted and locked), disengage it, now you can start the planer by pressing the “ON” button.

7) Place the flat side of your workpiece on the planer table and feed it through the planer following the grain. Position yourself on either side of

the planer to avoid kickback injury.

8) If the cut slows down the planer, turn the planer off immediately by pushing the large red “STOP” button. Once the cutterhead has come to a

complete stop, lower table and remove the workpiece.

9) Measure the workpiece thickness and adjust the table height as necessary to make a lighter or heavier pass. 1/16” per pass is the

recommended depth of cut.

10) Use the full width of the planer, feeding on the right, left and center positions, the cutter inserts will remain sharp much longer.

11) Avoid planing wood that contains more than 20% moisture, it will cause excessive wear to the cutter inserts and motor. Only plane natural

wood fibers, never plane wood composites such as MDF, particle board etc....

CLEANING/LUBRICATION SCHEDULE

For optimum performance, the following maintenance schedule should be followed;

Daily maintenance;

1) Clean the table top and table extensions using a soft cloth moistened with Kerosene. NOTE : Do not use acetone, gasoline, or lacquer

thinner for this purpose.

2) Lubricate feed roller spring tension adjustment set screws.

Weekly maintenance;

1) Clean cutterhead.

2) Lubricate all four columns.

Monthly maintenance/verification;

1) Inspect V-belt tension. IMPORTANT NOTE: The v-belt tension must be adjusted after the first 16 hours of operating your new planer.

2) Remove saw dust buildup inside the cabinet and make sure all motor vents are unobstructed to allow proper motor air circulation.

3) Lubricate worm gear.

4) Lubricate table elevation chain.

5) Lubricate drive chain in gear box.

Yearly maintenance;

1) Change gear box oil. IMPORTANT NOTE: The gear box oil must be changed after the first 20 hours of operation your new planer.

Lubrication Guide for 20” Exteme Planer KC-530FXR

Below you will find lubrication instructions and maintenance intervals to maintain your planer in good working order. Failure to upkeep your

planer as prescribed on this page will reduce its life span.

Position

Interval Suitable Types of Lubricants

Table chain Monthly Grease

Gear Box Yearly or more than 2,500 hours SAE80W90

Rollers

Daily

SAE-30

Worm Gear Monthly Grease

Lead Screw Monthly Grease

Column Monthly SAE-30

Gear box chain

Monthly

Grease

Bushing

Monthly SAE-30

MAINTENANCE & ADJUSTMENTS

FIGURE 12

FIGURE 13

FIGURE 14

FIGURE 15

HANGING GEAR BOX OIL

The gear box oil must be changed after the first 20 hours of operating your

new planer

. After the first 20 hours, the gear box oil should only be changed

yearly or after 2,500 hours of operation.

To change the gear box oil;

1) Unscrew oil level bolt (A) Fig.12, then unscrew the oil drain bolt (B) on the

opposite side and drain gear box oil into 1 or 2 liter container.

) Reposition and tighten the oil drain bolt once the gear box is empty.

) Unscrew the oil fill cap screw (A) Fig.13 (closest to the table height

handwheel) and pour approx. 1/2 liter of

SAE80W90 gear box oil into the

oil fill hole.

4) The proper oil level is reached as soon as oil starts to exit the oil level hole

(A) Fig.12.

5) Reposition and tighten the oil level bolt and the oil fill cap screw.

REPLACING OR TIGHTENING V-BELTS

During the first 16 hours of operation

, the v-belts will stretch and seat into

the pulley grooves. The v-belts will need to be tightened or the v-belts will

burn or slip off the pulleys.

To replace and/or tension v-belts;

1) Disconnect the planer from the power source.

2) Remove the motor access panel at the rear of the cabinet by removing 4

countersunk hd screws.

3) Remove the V-belt cover on the left side of the planer by undoing the 2 lock

knobs which hold it in place.

4) Loosen the 4 hex. nuts (A) Fig.14 which lock the tension rods (B) in place.

5) Lift the motor upwards and slide all 3 v-belts off the pulleys.

6) Slide new v-belts onto both pulleys, lower the motor and retighten the hex.

nuts (A). Always replace v-belts with 3 new ones or the belt tension may

not be even and may cause premature belt failure. Retighten new v-belts

after the first 16 hours of operation.

7) The correct v-belt tension is obtained when there is a 1/4” deflection of the

v-belts when pushed in the center with moderate pressure. Adjust hex.

nuts on tension rods as necessary.

8) Secure the motor access panel and the v-belt cover.

ROTATING/CHANGING CARBIDE CUTTER INSERTS

orx bit is supplied with this planer to remove or adjust the position of the

carbide cutter inserts secured in the cutterhead. The spiral cutterhead is

equipped with 92 indexable carbide cutter inserts which can be rotated to

reveal one of its four cutting edges. Once a cutter insert becomes dull or

damaged, simply rotate it 90º to reveal a fresh cutting edge. In addition, each

cutter insert has a reference mark on one corner. This reference mark can be

used as an indicator of which edges are used and which are new. Once the

reference mark revolves back around to its starting position, the cutter insert

should be replaced.

o rotate or change a cutter insert;

1) Disconnect the planer from the power source.

2) Remove the dust chute and the upper cover as shown in Fig.15.

3) Note the position of the reference mark. Using the Torx bit, remove cutter

insert by turning counterclockwise. Clean the cutter insert and the

cutterhead. Proper cleaning is essential to achieve a smooth finish.

4) If cutter insert is damaged, replace it a new one. If it is not damaged, rotate

it as shown in illustration below and torque the Torx bit to 45-55 inch/lbs.

5) Reposition and secure upper cover and dust hood.

MAINTENANCE & ADJUSTMENTS

MOTOR AND CUTTERHEAD PULLEY ALIGNMENT

roper pulley alignment is important to prevent premature belt wear. This

eans both the motor and cutterhead pulleys must be parallel to each

ther. Use a straight edge ruler to check pulley alignment.

f you find that the pulleys are out of alignment;

1) Disconnect the planer from the power source.

) Remove the motor access panel at the rear of the cabinet and loosen

v-belt tension. See “Replacing or tightening v-belts” section on the

previous page.

3) Loosen the 4 hex. nuts (A) Fig.16 which hold the motor to the motor

bracket. This will allow you to reposition the motor.

4) Slide the motor as required to align the pulleys and check the adjustment

with a straight edge ruler as shown in Fig. 17.

5) If the pulleys are in perfect alignment, retighten the 4 hex. nuts (A) Fig.16

and then retension the v-belts.

6) Reposition the motor access panel and the belt cover.

ADJUSTING HEIGHT OF TABLE ROLLERS

Your planer is supplied with two table rollers (A) Fig.18, which aid in

feeding the stock by reducing friction and turn as the stock is fed through

the planer. It is not possible to give exact dimensions on the proper height

setting of the table rollers because each type of wood behaves differently.

As a general rule, however, when planing rough stock, the table rollers

should be set at a high position, and when planing soft and smooth stock

the table rollers should be set at a low position. For final finishing, the table

rollers may not need to be engaged at all.

NOTE: Table roller height range- 0.002” - 0.020”.

The table rollers on your planer are set for average planing and are

parallel to the table surface. If you desire to adjust the table rollers higher

or lower, preceed as follows;

1) Disconnect the planer from the power source.

2) Lay a straight edge ruler across both rollers, loosen the set screws (B)

Fig.18, and turn the eccentric shafts (C) to raise or lower the table rollers,

when the proper height is obtained retighten set screws (B). The table

rollers must be adjusted on the opposite end of the table in the same

manner.

NOTE: Be sure that the height of the front and rear rollers are the same.

The table rollers must always be set parallel to the table.

ADJUSTING ROLLERS, CHIPBREAKER

AND PRESSURE BAR

HEIGHT USING WOOD BLOCKS AND A FEELER GAUGE

The first step is to make two 2” x 4” wood blocks that measure 36” long. For

accuracy, it is recommended to square the wood blocks using a jointer.

1) Disconnect the planer from the power source.

2) Lower the table rollers below the table top as described above.

3) Place a wood block on the right side of the table and the other on the left

side.

4) Remove the top cover, dust hood and belt cover.

5) Place a feeler gauge on the wood block and adjust the table height until

you have a 0.040” gap between the edge of the cutter insert and the

wood block.

6) Lock the table in place.

The wood blocks will now serve as reference

points for other adjustments.

FIGURE 16

FIGURE 17

FIGURE 18

MAINTENANCE & ADJUSTMENTS

ADJUSTING ROLLERS, CHIPBREAKER AND PRESSURE BAR

HEIGHT USING WOOD BLOCKS AND A FEELER GAUGE

continued...

Infeed Roller adjustment;

7) Loosen the infeed roller adjustment hex. nuts (A) Fig.19 and turn the

adjustment set screws (B) at each end to raise the infeed roller above

the wood blocks. Then bring them back down so it just touches the wood

block at both ends (0.040” gap between wood blocks).

8) Retighten the hex. nuts (A) Fig.19 to lock the set screws (B) in place.

Outfeed Roller/Chipbreaker and Pressure Bar Adjustment;

9) Adjust the outfeed roller height (0.040” gap between wood blocks) in the

same manner as the infeed roller by adjusting hex. nuts (C) and set

screws (D). See Fig.19.

10) Adjust the height of the chipbreaker (A) Fig.20 (0.040” gap between

wood blocks) by loosening hex. nuts (B) Fig.20 and turning set screws

11) Adjust the height of the pressure bars (D) Fig.20 (0.040” gap between

wood blocks) by loosening hex. nuts (E) and turning set screws (F) in

or out.

ADJUSTING CHAIN TENSION

The elevation handwheel transfers movement to the drive chain. The

tension of the drive chain can be adjusted to remove slack if it stretches

over time. To adjust the chain tension;

1) Disconnect the planer form the power source.

2) Remove the motor access panel.

Warning! It is very important that during the next step (#3) to not let the

chain fall off the sprockets, repositioning chain on the sprockets in proper

position without affecting the table parallelism can be very difficult.

3) To tension the chain, loosen the 2 hex. bolts (A) Fig.21 and move the

idler sprocket (B) against the chain.

4) Retighten the 2 hex. bolts (A).

ADJUSTING INFEED & OUTFEED ROLLER SPRING TENSION

The roller spring tension must be adjusted so that the feed pressure is

uniform. To adjust the spring tension;

1) Locate the 4 hex. socket adjustment set screws (A & B) Fig.22. Turn set

screw (A) to adjust the infeed roller spring tension and set screw (B) to

adjust the outfeed roller spring tension. Make sure that both sides are

adjusted evenly or else you will get uneven feeding of stock.

2) For normal operation, adjust the 4 hex. socket adjustment set screws so

they are flush with the top of the planer casting.

3) For planing milled lumber, it is recommended to have less spring

tension. Loosen the 4 hex. socket adjustment set screws, make sure

they all protrude evenly above the planer casting.

4) For planing rough lumber

, more roller tension is needed to keep the

workpiece feeding through the planer. Tighten the 4 hex. socket

adjustment set screws, make sure they are adjusted evenly.

FIGURE 19

FIGURE 20

FIGURE 21

FIGURE 22

MAINTENANCE, ADJUSTMENTS

& TROUBLESHOOTING

DJUSTING CHIP DEFLECTOR POSITION

he chip deflector (A) Fig.23 prevents chips from getting onto the outfeed

roller. To adjust the chip deflector position;

1) Disconnect the planer from the power source.

2) Remove the dust hood and top cover.

3) Loosen the 3 chip deflector flange hd hex. bolts (B) Fig.23.

) If you use a dust collection system, position the chip deflector edge 1/4”

from the closest carbide cutter insert in the cutterhead.

5) If you do not use a dust collection system, position the chip deflector

edge 1/16” from the closest carbide cutter insert in the cutterhead.

6) Once the adjustment is done, retighten the chip deflector flange hd hex.

bolts.

CLEANING ANTI-KICKBACK FINGERS

This planer comes with an anti-kickback safety system, the anti-kickback

fingers (A) Fig. 24 should be inspected regularly for resin build-up and saw

dust accumulation. If the anti-kickback fingers do not swing freely, clean

them with a wood resin solvent.

Do not apply oil or lubricants to the anti-kickback fingers. These products

attract dust and dirt and will restrict the movement of the anti-kickback

fingers.

FIGURE 23

FIGURE 24

Problem

Motor will not start

Motor overheats.

Cutting slows or squeals when

cutting.

Vibration when running or cutting.

Excessive snipe (uneven gouge in

the end of the board).

Long lines or ridges that run along

the length of the board.

Gloosy finish.

Probable cause

1) Low voltage.

2) Open circuit in motor or loose connection.

3) Emergency stop button is depressed.

1) Motor overheated.

2) Air circulation through the motor is restricted.

1) V-belts are loose.

2) V-belt are worn out.

1) Loose or damaged cutter insert.

2) Damaged v-belt(s).

3) W

orn cutterhead ball bearings.

1) One or both table rollers are adjusted too high.

2) Outfeed extension table slopes downwards

and is not level with table.

3) Chipbreaker or pressure plates are adjusted

too low.

1) Nicked or chipped cutter insert(s).

1) Cutter inserts are dull.

2) Feed rate is too slow.

3) Cutting depth is too shallow

Probable solution

1) Check power line for proper voltage.

2) Check all lead connections on the motor.

3) Rotate stop button counterclockwise until it

pops out or replace it.

1) Reduce cutting load, make lighter passes.

2) Clean motor vent openings to increase air

circulation.

1) Tighten V-belts.

2) Replace V-belts.

1) Tighten, rotate or replace cutter insert.

2) Replace with new v-belts.

3) Check or replace cutterhead ball bearings.

1) Lower the bed rollers.

2) Level outfeed extension table.

3) Raise the height of the chipbreaker or

pressure bars.

1) Rotate or replace cutter insert(s).

2) Increase the feed rate.

3) Increase the depth of cut.

King Canada KC-530FXR User manual

King Canada KC-530FXR User manual

King Canada KC-530FXR User manual

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