Specific Safety Rules; Functional Description - Makita KP0810 Instruction Manual

SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES

DO NOT let comfort or familiarity with product (gained
from repeated use) replace strict adherence to planer
safety rules. If you use this tool unsafely or
incorrectly, you can suffer serious personal injury.
1. Wait for the cutter to stop before setting the tool
down. An exposed cutter may engage the surface
leading to possible loss of control and serious injury.
2. Use clamps or another practical way to secure and
support the workpiece to a stable platform. Holding
the work by hand or against your body leaves it
unstable and may lead to loss of control.
3. Rags, cloth, cord, string and the like should never
be left around the work area.
4. Avoid cutting nails. Inspect for and remove all
nails from the workpiece before operation.
5. Use only sharp blades. Handle the blades very
carefully.
6. Be sure the blade installation bolts are securely
tightened before operation.
7. Hold the tool firmly with both hands.
8. Keep hands away from rotating parts.
9. Before using the tool on an actual workpiece, let it
run for a while. Watch for vibration or wobbling
that could indicate poor installation or a poorly
balanced blade.
10. Make sure the blade is not contacting the
workpiece before the switch is turned on.
11. Wait until the blade attains full speed before
cutting.
12. Always switch off and wait for the blades to come
to a complete stop before any adjusting.
13. Never stick your finger into the chip chute. Chute
may jam when cutting damp wood. Clean out
chips with a stick.
14. Do not leave the tool running. Operate the tool
only when hand-held.
15. Always change both blades or covers on the
drum, otherwise the resulting imbalance will
cause vibration and shorten tool life.
16. Use only Makita blades specified in this manual.
17. Always use the correct dust mask/respirator for
the material and application you are working with.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
WARNING:
MISUSE or failure to follow the safety rules stated in
this instruction manual may cause serious personal
injury.

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION

CAUTION:
• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
unplugged before adjusting or checking function on the
tool.
Adjusting depth of cut (Fig. 1)
Depth of cut may be adjusted by simply turning the knob
on the front of the tool so that the pointer points the
desired depth of cut.
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Switch action (Fig. 2)
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CAUTION:
• Before plugging in the tool, always check to see that
the switch trigger actuates properly and returns to the
"OFF" position when released.
For tool with lock button
To start the tool, simply pull the switch trigger. Release
the switch trigger to stop.
For continuous operation, pull the switch trigger and then
push in the lock button from either side.
To stop the tool from the locked position, pull the switch
trigger fully, then release it.
For tool with lock-off button
To prevent the switch trigger from being accidentally
pulled, a lock-off button is provided.
To start the tool, depress the lock-off button from either
side and pull the switch trigger. Release the switch trigger
to stop.
Electronic function
For Model KP0810C only
The tool equipped with electronic function are easy to
operate because of the following features.
Constant speed control
Electronic speed control for obtaining constant speed.
Possible to get fine finish, because the rotating speed is
kept constant even under load condition.
Soft start
Soft-start feature minimizes start-up shock, and makes
the tool start smoothly.
Foot (Fig. 3)
After a cutting operation, raise the back side of the tool
and a foot comes under the level of the rear base. This
prevents the tool blades to be damaged.
ASSEMBLY
CAUTION:
• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
unplugged before carrying out any work on the tool.
Removing or installing planer blades
CAUTION:
• Tighten the blade installation bolts carefully when
attaching the blades to the tool. A loose installation bolt
can be dangerous. Always check to see they are
tightened securely.
• Handle the blades very carefully. Use gloves or rags to
protect your fingers or hands when removing or
installing the blades.
• Use only the Makita wrench provided to remove or
install the blades. Failure to do so may result in
overtightening or insufficient tightening of the
installation bolts. This could cause an injury.
For tool with standard planer blades (Fig. 4 - 6)
To remove the blades on the drum, unscrew the
installation bolts with the socket wrench. The drum cover
comes off together with the blades.