Ryobi AP13 Operating Manual page 4

MOUNTING THE PLANER ONTO THE WOOD
BASE
1) When the planer is not mounted on a planer stand, it is
suggested that it be mounted onto two pieces of lumber.
This will ensure maximum stability.
2) Choose two pieces of wood according to the sizes shown
on the figure below (Fig. 1). Mount the planer onto the
wood surface.
3) Use four long, furnished screws to mount the planer base
onto the wood.
Fig. 1
STOCK ROLLERS
Two rollers are built on top of the planer, providing convenient
handling of stock for consecutive cutting operations. Stock
placed on the top of the machine can be easily pulled to the
operator for planing.
ON / OFF SWITCH
Your Planer Thicknesser has a rocker style switch with a
removable locking key to prevent unauthorised use. If you
intend to be away from the machine for a long period of time
and there is any chance of it's use by others, especially
children, remove the locking key with the switch in the OFF
position. Store the locking key in a safe, inconspicuous place
in your workshop. To turn the planer on, insert the locking key
and turn the switch to the ON position. The planer will then be
operable. To turn the planer off, turn the switch to the OFF
position. (Fig. 2)
WARNING: Always be sure the switch is in the
off position before connecting the planer to the
power source.
CIRCUIT OVERLOAD SWITCH
The machine is provided with an overload switch for overload
protection. If an overload occurs, the switch will pop out. If
this happens, wait several minutes and press the switch to
reset the machine. (Fig. 2)
On / Off Switch
On / Off Switch
Locking Key
ADJUST DEPTH OF CUT
WARNING: Never plane more than 3mm in one
pass and never attempt to plane a board under
127mm (5") in length. Always wear a
protective face shield.
To adjust the depth of cut, turn the cutterhead-raising hand
crank in the direction marked on top of the planer. The depth
of cut adjustment can be read from the depth scale. The
adjustment gradation is 2mm per revolution of the hand crank.
(Fig. 3)
Always start your work by making a light planing cut. The
depth of cut on subsequent passes may be increased by up to
3mm, but remember that a light cut creates a finer finish than
a heavier cut.
The thickness of stock running through the planer is controlled
by the distance you adjust the cutting blade from the table.
• Do not plane stock which is less than 5mm thick.
• Do not plane stock which is thicker than 153mm (6").
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Circuit Overload
Switch
Fig. 2