Maintenance And Adjustments; Inspecting/Replacing Cutterhead Knives - General International 30-010 MI Setup & Operation Manual

MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENTS

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
MAKE SURE THE PLANER HAS BEEN TURNED OFF AND UNPLUGGED FROM THE POWER SOURCE BEFORE PERFORMING
ANY MAINTENANCE.
• Inspect/test the ON/OFF switch before each use. Do not operate the planer with a damaged switch; replace a
damaged switch immediately.
• Keep the machine as well as the in-feed out-feed tables clean and free of saw dust, woodchips, pitch or glue.
Vacuum or brush off any loose debris and wipe down the machine and the tables occasionally with a damp
rag.
• An occasional light coating of paste wax can help protect the tables' surface and reduce workpiece friction.
Ask your local distributor for suggestions on aftermarket surface cleaners, protectant and dry lubricants based
on what is readily available in your area.
• Avoid using silicon based products that may affect wood finishing products such as oil, solvent or water-based
stains, varnishes and lacquers.
• Periodically inspect the power cord and plug for damage. To minimize the risk of electric shock or fire, never
operate the planer with a damaged power cord or plug. Replace a damaged power cord or plug at the first
visible signs of damage.
• The motor and cutterhead bearings are sealed and permanently lubricated – no further lubrication is required.
• The drive gears, chain and elevation screws should be cleaned of woodchips, dust, debris and old grease after
every 10-15 hours of use. After cleaning, re-apply a generous coating of any common automotive bearing
grease.
• Regularly inspect planed workpieces for signs of knife damage or wear and replace damaged or worn knives
immediately.

INSPECTING/REPLACING CUTTERHEAD KNIVES

MAKE SURE THE PLANER HAS BEEN TURNED OFF AND UNPLUGGED FROM THE POWER SOURCE BEFORE PERFORMING
ANY MAINTENANCE.
DOUBLE EDGE
There are 2 reversible cutterhead knives (blades) installed in the planer at the factory,
wear over time, it will eventually become necessary to reverse and/or replace the knives.
When needed, replacement knives (sold in sets of 2),
distributor under part #30-013.
Tip/Hint: To avoid potentially costly downtime, consider having a spare set of replacement knives on hand and
ready for use when needed.
Observing planed workpieces as they come out of the machine and looking for signs of knife damage or wear is
the best method to help you to determine when knives are due to be changed.
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, can be ordered through your local General International
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