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ESPAÑOL: PÁGINA 17
Instruction
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manual
PORTA-PLANE
PLANER
MODEL 126
IMPORTANT
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starting operations.
The Model and Serial No. plate is located on the main
housing of the tool. Record these numbers in the
spaces below and retain for future reference.
Model No. __________________________________
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TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 SAFETY GUIDELINES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 GENERAL SAFETY RULES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 ADDITIONAL SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 CARTON CONTENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION . . .
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SAFETY GUIDELINES - DEFINITIONS It is important for you to read and understand this manual. The information it contains relates to protecting YOUR SAFETY and PREVENTING PROBLEMS. The symbols below are used to help you recognize this information. indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,could result in death or serious injury. indicates a potentially hazardous sit
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES Read all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. The term "power tool" in all of the warnings listed below refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 1) Work area safety a) Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents. b) Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the pres
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES continued d) Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury. e) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations. f) Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can
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ADDITIONAL SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES 1. Wait for the cutter to stop before setting the tool down. An exposed cutter may engage the surface leading to possible loss of control and serious injury. 2. Use clamps or other practical way to secure and support the workpiece to a stable platform. Holding the work by hand or against your body is unstable and may lead to loss of control. 3. Keep blades sharp. Sharp blades will do the job better and safer. 4. Keep hands away from cutting area. When sawing ne
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SYMBOL DEFINITION V ........................ volts A ........................ amperes Hz ........................ hertz W ........................ watts kW ........................ kilowatts F ........................ farads µF ........................ microfarads l ........................ litres g ........................ grams kg ........................ kilograms bar ........................ bars Pa ........................ pascals h ........................ hours min .......................
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MOTOR Many Porter-Cable tools will operate on either D.C., or single phase 25 to 60 cycle A.C. current and voltage within plus or minus 5 percent of that shown on the specification plate on the tool. Several models, however, are designed for A.C. current only. Refer to the specification plate on your tool for proper voltage and current rating. Do not operate your tool on a current on which the voltage is not within correct limits. Do not operate tools rated A.C. only on D.C. current. To do so ma
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CARTON CONTENTS 1) Planer 3) Replacement Parts List 2) Instruction Manual 4) Combination Package FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION FOREWORD Model 126 is a 7.0 amp, 22,000 RPM portable planer that can plane wood up to 2-13/32" wide and 3/32" deep. ASSEMBLY NOTE: This tool is shipped completely assembled. No assembly time or tools are required. OPERATION TO INSTALL THE CUTTER DISCONNECT THE TOOL FROM THE POWER SOURCE! 1. Turn the plane upside down on the bench so that it rests on the handle and motor housing
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ADJUSTING THE CUTTER DISCONNECT THE TOOL FROM THE POWER SOURCE! B 1. Set the cutter lever (B) Fig. 3 to the “zero” position to allow it to accurately gauge the depth of cut. Turn the plane over. Fig. 3 2. The cutter adjusting lever (C) Fig. 4 is located to the left of the handle directly behind the motor housing. Turn this lever to the position shown in Fig. 4. 3. Place a straight edge across the cutter opening (Fig. 5), so that it rests on both the front and rear shoe. Turn the cutter by hand u
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® HOW TO USE THE PORTA-PLANE MAKING THE CUT To provide maximum control of the tool, hold the planer with the right hand on the handle and the left hand on the front of the motor housing (Fig. 7). Rest the thumb on the depth adjusting lever and wrap the fingers around the motor housing. The position of the plane on the work is important in obtaining optimum results. Hold the plane shoe and the apron firmly Fig. 7 against the work. At the start of the cut, place the pressure on the front shoe. Aft
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FITTING A DOOR Carefully fit doors to the jambs with ample clearance to ensure free movement. The 126 Plane is ideally suited for this job. New doors delivered from the supplier have squared edges along two sides (stiles), and lugs extending at the top and bottom beyond the rails. Plane the hinged side with a slight angle to the inside edge. Measure the width of the opening at top and bottom and transfer the dimensions to the door, marking from the hinge stile. Plane the lock stile 1/8" narrower
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ADJUSTING THE CUTTER-ADJUSTING LEVER TENSION Each time the blade is sharpened, the plane must be reset to “0” so that the depth adjusting lever can accurately measure the depth of cut. If the cutter adjusting lever is too tight or too loose, adjust it immediately to the proper tension. DISCONNECT THE TOOL FROM THE POWER SOURCE! Remove the five handle-cover A retaining screws on the right side of the handle. Lift the handle cover to reach the cutter adjusting lever nut (A) Fig. 11. Tighten or loo
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MAINTENANCE KEEP TOOL CLEAN Periodically blow out all air passages with dry compressed air. All plastic parts should be cleaned with a soft damp cloth. NEVER use solvents to clean plastic parts. They could possibly dissolve or otherwise damage the material. Wear ANSI Z87.1 safety glasses while using compressed air. FAILURE TO START Should your tool fail to start, check to make sure the prongs on the cord plug are making good contact in the outlet. Also, check for blown fuses or open circuit brea
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SERVICE REPLACEMENT PARTS When servicing use only identical replacement parts. For a service parts list or to learn more about Porter-Cable visit our website at www.porter-cable.com. SERVICE AND REPAIRS All quality tools will eventually require servicing, or replacement of parts due to wear from normal use. For assistance with your tool, visit our website at www.porter-cable.com for a list of service centers or call the Customer Care Department at 1-800-487-8665. All repairs made by our service
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WARRANTY To register your tool for warranty service visit our website at www.porter- cable.com. PORTER-CABLE LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY Porter-Cable warrants its Professional Power Tools for a period of one year from the date of original purchase. We will repair or replace at our option, any part or parts of the product and accessories covered under this warranty which, after examination, proves to be defective in workmanship or material during the warranty period. For repair or replacement retur
