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13” PLANER
WITH DUST COLLECTOR
98524
SET UP AND OPERATINg INSTRUCTIONS
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NOTICE is used to SAVE THIS mANUAL address practices Keep this manual for the safety warn- not related to personal injury. ings and precautions, assembly, operat- CAUTION, without ing, inspection, maintenance and cleaning the safety alert procedures. Write the product’s serial symbol, is used to address number in the back of the manual near the practices not related to assembly diagram (or month and year of personal injury. purchase if product has no number). Keep this manual and
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Unmodified plugs and matching out- such as dust mask, non-skid safety lets will reduce risk of electric shock. shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will b. Avoid body contact with grounded reduce personal injuries. surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is c. Prevent unintentional starting. an increased risk of electric shock if Ensure the switch is in the off-po- your body is grounded. sition before connecting to power source
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4. Power tool use and care account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use a. Do not force the power tool. Use of the power tool for operations differ- the correct power tool for your ap- ent from those intended could result plication. The correct power tool will in a hazardous situation. do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed. 5. Service b. Do not use the power tool if the a. Have your power tool serviced by switch does not turn it on and o
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6. Never leave the Planer unattended contains chemicals known [to the while running. Turn power off if you State of California] to cause can- have to leave the Planer. cer, birth defects or other repro- ductive harm. Some examples of 7. Turn off Planer when jammed. these chemicals are: • Lead from lead-based paints 8. Before each use, check all nuts, • Crystalline silica from bricks and ce- bolts, and screws for tightness. ment or other masonry products 9. Keep extension cord off the •
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of electric shock. (See 3-Prong Plug gROUNDINg and Outlet.) TO PREVENT 2. The grounding prong in the plug is ELECTRIC SHOCK connected through the green wire in- AND DEATH FROm side the cord to the grounding system INCORRECT gROUNDINg in the tool. The green wire in the cord WIRE CONNECTION: must be the only wire connected to Check with a qualified the tool’s grounding system and must electrician if you are in doubt never be attached to an electrically as to whether the outlet is
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2. Double insulated tools may be used dition. Always replace a damaged in either of the 120 volt outlets shown extension cord or have it repaired by in the preceding illustration. (See a qualified electrician before using it. Outlets for 2-Prong Plug.) 8. Protect the extension cords from sharp objects, excessive heat, and Extension Cords damp or wet areas. 1. Grounded tools require a three wire RECOmmENDED mINImUm WIRE extension cord. Double Insulated gAUgE FOR EXTENSION CORDS* tools
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Note: For additional information regarding SPECIFICATIONS the parts listed in the following pages, refer to the Assembly Diagram near Electrical Requirements 120 V~ / 60 Hz / 15 A the end of this manual. Motor (Cutter head) 8,000 RPM, 16,000 Speed cuts per minute Assembly Maximum Cutting Depth 3/32” Stock Capacity 13” W x 6” H 1. Select an area with enough room to Cutting Blades Two 13-1/8” L fit the chosen dust collection system. Feed Speed 23 Feet per Minute Select a workbench to moun
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4. Mount the Elevating Handle (4) on creating a tripping hazard or exposing top of the unit on the right or left side the power cord to possible damage. with Flat Washer (2) and Head Screw The power cord must reach the work (1), as shown above. Place the Cap area with enough extra length to al- (9) on the other side. low free movement while working. 5. The Filter Bag (27.6) of the dust col- 3. There must not be hazardous ob- lection system has an open bottom. jects, such as utility lines o
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of the Lock Lever (49) down. See become a projectile. Do not plane below. boards that have foreign objects (nails, staples, etc.) in them. 7. Do not plane material: Handle of Lock • shorter than 15”, Lever (49) • narrower than 3/4”, • wider than 13”, • or thinner than 1/8” 8. Push the On/Off Lock switch down to turn the Planer on. Allow the planer to come up to full speed before be- ginning a job. 9. The planer has a maximum depth cut of 3/32” per pass. The Planer will operate be
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tripped, remove any materials from the Planer and push the Circuit Reset button. 15. To prevent accidents, turn off the tool and disconnect its power supply after use. Clean, then store the tool in- doors out of children’s reach. SKU 98524 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 11
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and lubricate moving parts with white mAINTENANCE AND lithium grease. SERVICINg 4. CARBON BRUSH mAINTENANCE. Procedures not specifically The carbon brushes may require explained in this manual maintenance when the motor perfor- must be performed only by a mance of the tool decreases or stops qualified technician. working completely. To maintain the brushes: TO PREVENT SERIOUS INjURY a. Remove the brush caps on the front FROm ACCIDENTAL and back of the motor housing. OPERATION: b.
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6. Use the included Hex Wrench to 15. Replace the cover. Secure all hard- remove both Hex Bolts on the back of ware. the blade case. 16. ADjUST ROLLER CASE LEVEL. Blade Cover If the Roller Case (151) is not paral- lel to the base (212), the planer will produce cuts of uneven depth. 17. Use a test piece to measure the height of the taper. 18. Turn the Planer off and disconnect it from the power supply. 19. Fold both Extension Tables up and lay the planer on its back. 20. Loosen the two
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Troubleshooting Problem Possible Causes Likely Solutions Tool will not start 1. No power at outlet. 1. Check power at outlet. 2. Cord not connected. 2. Check that cord is plugged in. Gouging at ends of 1. Dull Blades. 1. Replace blades. board (snipe) 2. Too little support of long 2. Provide better support for long blades. boards. 3. Uneven force on cutter head. 3. Adjust board when it is in contact with only one feed roller. 4. Roller case not level with base. 4. Adjust roller case. 5. Lumber
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Troubleshooting Problem Possible Causes Likely Solutions Motor overheats 1. Motor overloaded. 1. Reduce depth of cut 2. Motor not cooling right. 2. Clean sawdust from Planer. Circuit breaker or 1. Motor overloaded. 1. Reduce depth of cut. fuse keeps tripping 2. Wrong circuit breaker or fuse. 2. Use correct circuit breaker or fuse. 3. Dull blades. 3. Replace blades. Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the tool. Disconnect power supply before service. PLEASE READ THE
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PARTS LIST PARTS LIST PARTS LIST Part Description Qty Part Description Qty Part Description Qty 1 Head Screw 1 52 Head Screw 1 96 Spring 3 96A Spring 1 (20mm) (12mm) 2 Flat Washer 1 53 Flat Washer 1 97 Steel Ball 4 98 Bushing 4 (6mm) (6mm) 99 Transmission 1 4 Elevating Handle 1 54 Fan 1 5 Label 1 55 Fan Shaft 1 Collar 6 Handle Cap 1 56 Bearing 2 100 Head Screw 2 7 Handle Bolt 1 57 Spacer 1 (16mm) 8 Handle Base 1 58 Deflector Cover 1 101 Holder 1 9 Cap 1 59 Set Screw (6mm) 1 102 Retainer Ring 1 1
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PARTS LIST PARTS LIST PARTS LIST Part Description Qty Part Description Qty Part Description Qty 135 Screw 1 171 Blade Lock Bar 2 220 Head Screw 8 136 Elevating Nut (R) 1 172 Head Screw 12 (6mm) 137 Hex Screw 4 (16mm) 220.1 Flat Washer 8 (16mm) 173 Cutter Head Pin 4 221 Table Support 2 138 Hex Nut (8mm) 4 174 Spring 4 222 Extension Table 2 139 Tap Screw (8mm) 2 175 Bearing Retainer 1 223 Roller Plate 2 140 Tooth Washer 2 176 Bearing 1 (Right) 141 Cover 1 177 Bearing Cover 1 224 Idler Bracket 1 14
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ASSEmBLY DIAgRAm Diagram continued next page SKU 98524 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 18
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ASSEmBLY DIAgRAm, CONTINUED Base of Planer SKU 98524 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 19
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LImITED 90 DAY WARRANTY Harbor Freight Tools Co. makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality and durability standards, and warrants to the original purchaser that this prod- uct is free from defects in materials and workmanship for the period of 90 days from the date of purchase. This warranty does not apply to damage due directly or indirectly, to misuse, abuse, negligence or accidents, repairs or alterations outside our facilities, criminal activity, improper installat
