Assembly & Adjustments - Wen PL1252 Instruction Manual

ATTACHING THE DEPTH ADJUSTMENT HANDLE
1. Secure the depth adjustment handle (Fig. 2 - 1) to the top
of the planer using the included socket head cap screw (Fig.
2 - 2).
2. Flip the depth adjustment handle over so the socket head
cap screw is covered.
NOTE: Each full rotation of the depth-adjustment handle ad-
justs the planer's height by 1/16". For example, 1/4 of a rota-
tion is 1/64", 1/2 of a rotation is 1/32", and 1 full rotation is
1/16".
PREPARING THE TABLES
1. Lower the infeed and outfeed tables (Fig. 3 - 1). Wipe off any
protective coating with a shop towel.
2. Remove the foam blocks placed between the table and the
rollercase. Peel back the protective film from the table.
3. Apply a light coat of good-quality paste wax to the infeed and
outfeed tables, as well as the main table. Follow the manufactur-
er's directions. This will protect the tables and help workpieces
move through the planer smoothly.
ADJUSTING THE INFEED/OUTFEED EXTENSION
TABLES
The infeed and outfeed table levels have been set from the fac-
tory, and should require no adjustment. However, if you find that
they are out of adjustment from shipping, follow the directions
on p. 17 to adjust them.
ATTACHING THE DUST CHUTE
1. Make sure the hex wrench and star wrench are mounted on
the cutterhead guard. They can be stored here for easy access.
2. Mount the dust chute (Fig. 4 - 1) to the rollercase using the
two included knobs (Fig. 4 - 2).
3. Connect a dust collection system or shop vacuum to the dust chute. The dust chute can be connected to a 2"
hose. You may need to use a hose clamp (not included). Be sure to turn the dust collection system or shop vacuum
on before operating the planer.
NOTE: If you do not plan on using a dust collection system of any kind, you may remove the dust chute to allow
wood chips and shavings to fly out the back of your planer. This will, however, make a mess in your shop. Alterna-
tively, you may leave the chute attached and regularly clean the wood shavings and dust out of the planer and chute
during operation. Any damage or other problem caused by a failure to keep the planer clean (by not using dust
collection, removing wood chips, etc.) is not covered under the warranty. Keep your planer clean.
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