MODEL PL1337 13-INCH TWO-SPEED SPIRAL THICKNESS PLANER Instruction Manual NEED HELP? CONTACT US! Have product questions? Need technical support? Please feel free to contact us: 1-847-429-9263 (M-F 8AM-5PM CST) TECHSUPPORT@WENPRODUCTS.COM IMPORTANT: Your new tool has been engineered and manufactured to WEN’s highest standards for dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety. When properly cared for, this product will supply you years of rugged, trouble-free performance.
CONTENTS WELCOME 3 Introduction...................................................................................................... 3 Specifications.................................................................................................... 3 SAFETY 4 General Safety Rules......................................................................................... 4 Planer Safety Warnings..................................................................................... 6 Electrical Information.
INTRODUCTION Thanks for purchasing the WEN Benchtop Planer. We know you are excited to put your tool to work, but first, please take a moment to read through the manual. Safe operation of this tool requires that you read and understand this operator’s manual and all the labels affixed to the tool. This manual provides information regarding potential safety concerns, as well as helpful assembly and operating instructions for your tool. Indicates danger, warning, or caution.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES WARNING! Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert and knowing how your item works. The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool. SAVE THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. WORK AREA SAFETY 1. Keep work area clean and well lit.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES WARNING! Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert and knowing how your item works. The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool. SAVE THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. 7.
PLANER SAFETY WARNINGS WARNING! Do not let comfort or familiarity with the product replace strict adherence to product safety rules. Failure to follow the safety instructions may result in serious personal injury. PLANER SAFETY 1. Whenever adjusting or replacing any parts on planer, turn switch OFF and remove plug from power source. 2. Make sure all guards are properly attached and securely fastened. 3. Make sure all moving parts are free from interference. 4. Always wear eye protection or face shield. 5.
ELECTRICAL INFORMATION GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides the path of least resistance for an electric current and reduces the risk of electric shock. This tool is equipped with an electric cord that has an equipment grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug MUST be plugged into a matching outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with ALL local codes and ordinances. 1. Do not modify the plug provided.
UNPACKING & PACKING LIST UNPACKING With the help of a friend or trustworthy foe, such as one of your in-laws, carefully remove the planer from the packaging and place it on a sturdy, flat surface. Make sure to take out all contents and accessories. Do not discard the packaging until everything is removed. Check the packing list below to make sure you have all of the parts and accessories.
KNOW YOUR PLANER TOOL PURPOSE Resurface boards, flatten workpieces, and much more with your WEN Thickness Planer. Refer to the diagram below to become familiarized with the parts and controls of your thickness planer.
ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTMENTS ATTACHING THE DEPTH ADJUSTMENT HANDLE 2 1. Secure the depth adjustment handle (Fig. 2 - 1) to the top of the planer using the included socket head cap screw (Fig. 2 - 2). Fig. 2 1 2. Flip the depth adjustment handle over so the socket head cap screw is covered. NOTE: Each full rotation of the depth-adjustment handle adjusts the planer’s height by 1/16”. For example, 1/4 of a rotation is 1/64”, 1/2 of a rotation is 1/32”, and 1 full rotation is 1/16”. PREPARING THE TABLES Fig.
ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTMENTS MOUNTING THE PLANER TO A WORK SURFACE Fig. 5 The planer should always be mounted to a stable, level bench or table in a well-lit area. Make sure there is plenty of room for maneuvering the workpiece through the entire cut. Neither the operator nor bystanders should stand in line with the workpiece while the tool is operating. 1.
OPERATION AVOID DAMAGE TO BLADES Fig. 7 Thickness planers are a precision woodworking machine and should be used on quality lumber only. Do not plane dirty boards; dirt and small stones are abrasive and will wear out the cutting inserts. WARNING! REMOVE NAILS AND STAPLES. Use planer to cut wood only. Avoid knots. Heavily cross-grained wood makes knots hard. Knots can come loose and jam blade.
OPERATION DEPTH OF CUT • The depth of cut depends on the width, species, hardness, moisture content, grain direction, and grain structure of the wood. • The maximum depth of cut is 1/8” for workpieces less than 6” wide, and 1/16” for workpieces wider than 6”. The wider the workpiece, the shallower the depth of cut should be. The harder the species of wood, the shallower the depth of cut should be. • The smaller the depth of cut, the better the finished surface.
OPERATION PREPARING WORK Thickness planers work best when at least one side of the lumber is flat. Use a surface planer or a jointer to create a flat surface. Twisted or severely warped boards can jam the planer and should not be used. Rip lumber in half to reduce the magnitude of warpage. Work should be fed into the planer in the same direction as the grain of the wood. Sometimes the grain will change direction in the middle of the board.
OPERATION THE DO’S AND DONT’S OF GRAIN DIRECTION re cti on of G ra in Fig. 10 Di Always plane with the grain of the wood (in the same direction as the grain). There are six sides to every board: two face grains, two side/edge grains, and two end grains. Never plane with the end grain facing upwards. Only plane side and face grains. Otherwise, the board could splinter and explode inside the planer, which could cause serious injury and damage.
MAINTENANCE ADJUSTING/REPLACING CUTTING INSERTS WARNING! Always turn the planer OFF and disconnect it from the power source before starting any maintenance work. The cutterhead is equipped with 26 indexable cutting inserts. Each insert can be rotated 90 degrees to expose a fresh edge; if one edge becomes dull, the other may be used. Additionally, each insert has a reference dot on one corner. As the insert is rotated, the dot location can be used as an indicator of which edges are used, and which are new.
MAINTENANCE ADJUSTING THE INFEED/OUTFEED EXTENSION TABLES For best results and to minimize snipe, we recommend setting the infeed and outfeed tables so that the end of each extension table is about 1mm above the top of the main table. 1. Locate the table elevation adjustment screw and nut on each side of the table, next to the hinge. Raise the table to expose the screw and nut. 2. Using a wrench and screwdriver, loosen the screw while holding the nut steady.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE WARNING! Stop using the tool immediately if any of the following problems occur. Repairs and replacements should only be performed by an authorized technician. For any questions, please contact our customer service at 1-847-429-9263, M-F 8-5 CST or email us at techsupport@wenproducts.com. PROBLEM CAUSE Machine is not plugged in. Wrong extension cord size used. Machine does not start. Power outlet does not have power. Breaker tripped. Reset breaker. Worn carbon brushes.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE WARNING! Stop using the tool immediately if any of the following problems occur. Repairs and replacements should only be performed by an authorized technician. For any questions, please contact our customer service at 1-847-429-9263, M-F 8-5 CST or email us at techsupport@wenproducts.com. PROBLEM CAUSE Infeed or outfeed table improperly adjusted. SOLUTION Check cutting inserts. Rotate or replace as necessary. Support workpiece properly (especially long workpieces).
EXPLODED VIEW & PARTS LIST 20 NOTE: Not all parts may be available for purchase.
EXPLODED VIEW & PARTS LIST No. 1S 1A 1BS 2 4 6 7 8 9 10A 11 13 14 15 16 17 18S 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 28 29 30 31 32 Part No.
EXPLODED VIEW & PARTS LIST No. Description Star Screw, 71 PL1326-071 M5-0.8x9.
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