CAUTION : I Mini planer blade Drum s- \ Groove Bolt Drum - Plarier blade yq Drum cover ' I Adjusting plate Inside edge of gauge plate Blade edge Planer blade Adjusting plate Back side of -- gauge base Gauge plate Tighten the blade installation bolts carefully when attaching the blades to the tool. A loose installation bolt can be dangerous. Always check to see they are tightened securely. For the correct planer blade setting Your planing surface will end up rough and uneven, unless the blade is set properly and securely. The blade must be mounted so that the cutting edge is absolutely level, that is, parallel to the surface of the rear base. Below are some examples of proper and improper settings. (A) Front base (Movable shoe) (6)Rear base (Stationary shoe) Nicks in surface Gouging ~ at end Adjusting depth of cut Depth of cut may be adjusted by simply turning the knob on the front of the tool. Although this side view cannot show it, the edges of the blades run perfectly parallel to the rear base surface. Cause: One or both blades fails to have edge parallel to rear base line. to rear base line. ~~Cause : One or both blade edges pro- trudes too far in relation to rear base line. 7 Switch action To start the tool, simply pull the trigger. - Release the trigger to stop. For continuous Lock button operation, pull the trigger and then push in the lock button. To stop the tool from the locked position, pull the trigger fully, then release it. CAUTION : Before plugging in the tool, always check to see that the trigger switch actuates properly and returns to the "OFF" position when released. Planing operation First, rest the tool front base flat upon the workpiece surface without the blades making any contact. Switch on and wait until the blades attain full speed. Then move the tool gently forward. Apply pres- sure on the front of tool at the start of planing, and at the back at the end of planing. Planing will be easier if you incline the workpiece in stationary fashion, so that you can plane somewhat downhill. The speed and depth of cut determine the kind of finish. The power planer keeps cut- ting at a speed that will not result in jam- ming by chips. For rough cutting, the depth of cut can be increased, while for a good finish you should reduce the depth of cut and advance the tool more slowly. Shiplapping To make a stepped cut as shown at the right, use the edge fence. Draw a cutting line on the workpiece. In- sert the edge fence into the hole in the front ofthe tool. Align the blade edge with the cutting line. Adjust the edge fence until it comes in con- tact with the side of the workpiece, then secure it by tightening the screw. You may wish o add to the I ngth of the fence by attaching an extra piece of wood. Convenient holes are provided in the fence for this purpose. NOTE : When planing, move the tool with the edge fence flush with the side of the workpiece. Otherwise uneven planing may result. Max. shiplapping depth is 20 mm (3/4"). Chamfering To make a cut as shown at the right, align the "V" groove in the front base with the edge of the workpiece and plane it as shown in the figure (A). Sharpening planer blades Always keep your blades sharp for the best performance possible. Use the sharpening holder to remove nicks and produce a fine edge. First, loosen the two wing nuts on the holder and insert the blades (A) and (B) so that they contact the sides (C)and (D). Then tighten the wing nuts. Immerse the dressing stone in water for 2 or 3 minutes before sharpening. Hold the holder so that the blades both contact the dressing stone for simultaneous sharpening at the same angle. MAINTENANCE CAUTION : Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before attempting to perform inspection or maintenance. Replacing carbon brushes Remove and check the carbon brushes regularly. Replace when they wear down to the limit mark. Keep the carbon brushes clean and free to slip in the holders. Both carbon brushes should be replaced at the same time. Use only Makita carbon brushes. / Limit mark Use a screwdriver to remove the chip cover as shown in the figure. Screwdriver I Chip cover Use a screwdriver to remove the brush holder caps. Take out the worn carbon brushes, insert the new ones and secure the brush holder caps. Brush holder cap I / 1 To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, any other maintenance or adjustment should be performed by Makita Authorized or Factory Service Centers, always using Makita replacement parts. ACCESSOR IES CAUTION : These accessories or attachments are recommended for use with your Makita tool specified in this manual. The use of any other accessories or attachments might present a risk of injury to persons. The accessories or attachments should be used only in the proper and intended manner. 0Replacement baldes Width : 82 mm (3-1/4") Part No. 731001-4 .Mini planer blades (Material : Tungsten-carbide) Width :82 mm (3-1/4') Part No. 793322- 2 (Use with set plate 343433...