Model No. HP1005 Owner’s Manual 4-3/8" Portable Hand Planer QUESTION... Visit us on the web at www.southerntechllc.com You will need this manual for safety instructions, operating procedures, and warranty. Put it and the original sales invoice in a safe, dry place for future reference.
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION SAFETY RULES PAGE 1 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 950 W Voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 V ASSEMBLY 3 Cutting Capacity Width . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-3/8" (110 mm) Cutting Capacity Depth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1/8" (3 mm) Rabbeting Depth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
WARNING For your own safety, read and understand all warnings and operating instructions before using any tool or equipment. WARNING Your Powertec planer is designed and engineered to plane wood or wood products. Planing of steel or other ferrous materials is a fire hazard and could damage your planer. WARNING Some dust created by operation of power tool contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES 2 2 SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES FOR PLANER Be aware of general power tool safety. Make sure all the safety rules are understood. • Wait for the cutter to stop before setting the tool down. An exposed rotating cutter may engage the surface, leading to possible loss of control and serious injury. • Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces, when performing an operation where the cutting accessory may contact hidden wiring or its own cord.
UNPACKING Figure 2 Refer to Figure 1 • Examine shipping carton for freight damage before opening. If shipping carton is damaged file a claim with the carrier immediately. Dust Extraction Port 3 Extraction Guide Switch Dust Extraction Port • Carefully remove all contents from shipping carton.
ASSEMBLY PARALLEL FENCE local codes and ordinances. Refer to Figure 4 DO NOT MODIFY THE PLUG PROVIDED. If it will not fit the outlet, have the proper outlet installed by a licensed electrician. WARNING Turn switch OFF, remove the plug from the power source outlet and wait until the blades have come to a complete standstill before making any adjustments or removing or installing accessories. 4 • Assemble the parallel fence to the bracket using the bolt, washer and wingnut.
SWITCHING ON AND OFF 5 CAUTION Refer to Figure 5 CAUTION Before connecting to the power supply, always make sure the trigger switch and trigger lock work properly. The tool is equipped with a trigger lock to avoid unintentional startups. To turn the planer on, press the trigger lock and then squeeze the trigger switch. To switch off, release the trigger switch. Figure 5 Trigger Lock Trigger DO NOT lock the trigger switch on when resting the tool on the park rest.
OPERATION CHAMFERING Figure 7 Refer to Figure 7 To make a chamfered cut, align the “V” grooves in the front shoe of the planer with the corner edge of the workpiece. Depth Adjustment Knob • Adjust to desired depth of cut. 6 • Place the “V” groove on the front adjustable shoe over the edge being beveled. Place weight on the depth adjustment knob so that the “V” groove is flat on the edge to be beveled. 45° MAINTENANCE • Grasp the tool firmly with both hands.
• Place a straight edge along the outside surface of the front and rear shoes. Figure 9 7 times to make sure the belt is even on both pulleys. MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE • Replace the drive belt cover and secure in place with the four screws. Tighten screws. • Connect to the power supply and switch the planer on, run for one minute to make sure the motor and new belt work properly. Rear Shoe Blade Figure 10 7 Front Shoe Drive Belt Cover • Slide the blade until it contacts the straight edge.
TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING 8 SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) Motor does not run 1. 2. 3. 8 Motor stalls or 1. does not have full power Fuse blows or 1. circuit breaker trips 2. 3. 5 CORRECTIVE ACTION Machine not plugged in 1. Plug power cord into electrical receptacle Blown fuse or tripped circuit breaker Motor does not work 2. 3. Replace fuse or reset the circuit breaker Replace motor Incorrect line voltage 1.
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PARTS LIST 10 10 PLANER PARTS ILLUSTRATION
11 Key No. Part No. Description Qty Specification Key No. Part No.
WARRANTY 12 WARRANTY Thank you for investing in a POWERTEC power tool. This product has been designed and manufactured to meet high quality standards and is guaranteed for domestic use against defects in workmanship or material for a period of 12 months from the date of purchase. This guarantee does not affect your statutory rights. 12 SOUTHERN TECHNOLOGIES LLC.
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