Planer
Maintenance for the planer
Manual
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1epodmu5iSlOMjFa08aFL1iF1chJqBQEu/view
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Weekly Maintenance
Overview
- Clean the cutter head.
- Check cutter blades for chips and dullness.
- Generally inspect the machine for damage and loose or worn parts.
- Check the dust extraction for blockages.
Procedure
Setup
- Grab the maintenance cart.
- Unplug the planer.
- Use a 10mm wrench to remove the bolts holding in the dust collection scoop. Set the bolts aside in a container. Remove the scoop and set to the side.
- Use a 10mm wrench to remove the top plate of the cutter cabinet. Set the bolts aside in a container. Remove the top plate and set to the side.
Clean the cutter head.
- Wipe down interior and exterior surfaces.
- Clean out dust from the rubber gasket.
- Rotate the cutters to check for any wood chips or debris.
Check cutter blades.
Rotate the cutters, inspecting each row for any individual cutters that are loose, dull, or chipped.
If any damaged blades are found, note them in a tool report.
Generally inspect the machine.
Generally inspect the machine for damage and loose or worn parts.
Check the dust extraction.
Check the dust extraction for blockages and any large bits that could cause blockages. Test the dust collection gate.
Cleaning Up
Use the reserved bolts to reattach the plate at the top of the cabinet.
Use the reserved bolts to reattach the dust collection scoop.
Plug in the planer.
Put away the maintenance cart.
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