Wen 6550 Instruction Manual page 16

MAINTENANCE
WARNING! Turn planer off and disconnect from power source before performing any maintenance.
BRUSH INSPECTION AND REPLACEMENT
Fig. 13
Brush life depends on the load of the motor. Regularly inspect
brushes after 100 hours of use. Brushes are located on either side
of the planer motor, on both the front and rear side of the planer.
Loosen brush cap (Fig. 13 - 1) and carefully remove brush from
motor. Replace brushes if the spring is damaged. Replace brushes
if the carbon is worn down to 3/16" long or shorter. Tighten brush
caps after replacement.
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LUBRICATION
The motor and cutterhead bearings are sealed and need no lubrica-
tion. Keep the elevation leadscrews and elevation gears (located Carbon
Brush
under the planer base) free of dust and debris. Use a dry lubricating
Length
agent (such as PTFE) to grease these components as needed.
CLEANING THE PLANER
Keep planer clean of any wood chips, dust, dirt or debris. debris.
We strongly recommend always using a dust collection system.
After 10 hours of operation, the chains and gears should have wood
chips, dust and old grease removed. Use common automotive bear-
ing grease to lubricate all chains and gears. Be sure all chains and
gears have plenty of grease. Clean the granite table and infeed /
outfeed rollers using a soft, damp cloth. Do not use any waxes, oils
or solvents on the table.
NOTE: the buildup of dust, wood shavings, and other debris can
significantly shorten the planer's useful life. Keep your planer clean!
Failure to do so will void the warranty.
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