DeWalt DE8000 Original Instructions Manual page 19

Adjusting the blade guard (fig. G)
The blade guard (12) is mounted on a support bracket (17) that can be
pivoted away when the planer is not in surfacing position. In surfacing
position, the bracket also serves as a support to the planer mounting rod.
The blade guard height is adjustable.
• Loosen the surfacing adjuster (10), adjust the blade guard height in the
slot (31) and tighten the screw.
Adjusting the planer in surfacing position to be 90° to the reversible
fence (fig. C & G)
The calibration procedure needs to be performed only once.
• Use a square to check that the angle is 90°.
If this is not the case:
• Remove the reversible fence (13).
• Loosen the wing nuts (3).
• Pivot guard (12) away.
• Pivot the planer up.
• Adjust the height adjustment screw (19) accordingly.
Dust extraction
• Use the dust extraction adapter of your planer and install it as
described in the instruction manual of the planer.
Instructions for use
• Always observe the safety instructions and applicable
regulations.
• For short workpieces, always use a push stick.
Prior to operation:
• Check that the Power Tool is mounted as described above.
• Check that all guards and fences are in perfect working order and
mounted correctly.
• Connect a dust extractor.
• Set the required planing depth (refer to the instruction manual of
your planer).
Switching ON and OFF (fig. A)
• Press the ON/OFF-switch of your planer.
• Lock the Power Tool in ON-position using the wedge (1).
• To stop the tool, remove the wedge.
When using a no-volt release switch (option)
• Press the ON/OFF-switch of your planer.
• Lock the Power Tool in ON-position.
• Lift the plug cover and plug in the Power Tool behind the connector.
• Connect the machining table to the mains by plugging an extension
cable into the connector of the no-volt release switch.
• To switch the planer ON, press the green button of the no-volt release
switch.
• To switch the planer OFF, press the red button of the no-volt release
switch.
Surfacing
Surfacing at 90° (fig. A2)
• Press the material firmly against the parallel fence and on the planer
shoe and feed it against the rotating cutter block.
The blade guard will yield and return to its original position
automatically.
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• Always work with closed hands.
• Keep your hands away from the rotating cutter block!
Surfacing at 45° (fig. H)
• Reverse the parallel fence (13) as described above.
• Proceed as described for surfacing at 90°.
Thicknessing (fig. I)
• Set the thicknessing table (7) to the required height allowing for the
chip clearance.
• Place the workpiece on the thicknessing table (7) and feed the
workpiece smoothly under the guide blade (32) and parallel to the
planing shoe.
• At the outfeed side, pull the workpiece out holding it down.
In case of excessive resistance, reduce the planing depth and
check the blades.
The sliding chip fence (33) can be opened for a better view of the
thicknessing operation.
• Slacken the screw (34) and slide the chip fence (33) in the direction of
the arrow (35).
Wear safety goggles during this operation.
Maintenance
Your D WALT attachment has been designed to operate over a long
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period of time with a minimum of maintenance. Continuous satisfactory
operation depends upon proper tool care and regular cleaning.
• Remove dust and chips using compressed air.
Lubrication
Your attachment requires no additional lubrication.
Cleaning
Regularly clean the attachment with a soft cloth.
Unwanted products and the environment
Take your attachment to an authorized D
be disposed of in an environmentally safe way.
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WALT repair agent where it will
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