Replacing Or Rotating Knife Inserts - Baileigh IP-2008-HD Operator's Manual

REPLACING OR ROTATING KNIFE INSERTS

WARNING:
adjustments or service work.
Blades and Anti-kickback fingers are sharp. Wear gloves to prevent injury.
The knife inserts are four-sided. When dull, simply remove each insert, rotate it 90° for a fresh
edge, and re-install.
1. Disconnect machine from power source.
2. Open the hood to access the cutterhead.
3. Use two star point screwdrivers to remove the knife
insert screw. One screwdriver can be used to help
hold the cutterhead in position while the other one is
used to remove the screw.
It is advisable to rotate all inserts at the same time
to maintain consistent cutting. However, if one or
more knife inserts develops a nick, rotate only those inserts that are affected.
Each knife insert has an etched reference mark so you can keep track of the rotations.
IMPORTANT:
the insert, and the cutterhead platform. Dust accumulation between these elements can prevent
the insert from seating properly, and may affect the quality of the cut.
4. Before installing each screw, lightly coat the screw threads with machine oil and wipe off any
excess.
5. Securely tighten each screw which holds the knife inserts before operating the planer.
WARNING:
Loose inserts can be propelled at high speed from a rotating cutterhead, causing
injury.
6. Close and secure the hood before operating the planer.
Always disconnect and lockout power before performing any
When removing or rotating inserts, clean saw dust from the screw,
Make sure all knife insert screws are tightened securely.
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