Troubleshooting - Ryobi AP1301 Operator's Manual

Problem
Snipe (depressions at ends of
workpiece)
Torn grain
Fuzzy/rough grain
Uneven depth of cut
Board thickness does not match
depth scale indicator
Cutter head height difficult to
adjust
Will not start
Interrupted operation

TROUBLESHOOTING

Possible Cause
Dull cutter blades
Incorrect butted stock
Unit not securely mounted
Too deep a blade setting
Workpiece being fed against grain
Dull cutter blades
High wood moisture content
Dull cutter blades
Too deep a blade setting
Incorrect feeding speed
Cutter head assembly not level with
planer surface
Unstable roller spring pressure
Feed roller worn unevenly
Depth scale incorrectly set
Dirty planing table
Dirty spindle
Worn chain
Not plugged in
Blown circuit
Motor failure
Loose wire
ON/OFF switch malfunction
Unit overloaded
Circuit overloaded
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Solution
Replace or turn cutter blades.
Butt pieces end-to-end as they are
fed into planer.
Tighten lag bolts.
Reduce depth of cut.
Feed other end of board first.
Replace or turn cutter blades.
Dry wood before planing.
Replace or turn cutter blades.
Reduce depth of cut.
Check for adequate power supply.
Check cord and plug for damage.
Check condition of motor brushes.
Adjust elevation screws.
Have service performed by an
authorized service center.
Have service performed by an
authorized service center.
Adjust depth scale.
Clean and wax planing table.
Clean and lubricate spindle.
Have service performed by an
authorized service center.
Check power source.
Replace fuse, reset breaker, or call
electrician.
Have service performed by an
authorized service center.
Have service performed by an
authorized service center.
Have service performed by an
authorized service center.
Reduce load.
Operate on circuit separate from
other appliances or motors or con-
nect to circuit with adequate amp
rating.