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User Manual Read this manual before using machine to avoid serious injury and damage 40700H-CT 12-1/2” SPIRAL CUTTERHEAD PLANER For technical support, email support@cutechtools.us or call at 858-886-7333 VER. 21.05.20...
The drawings, illustrations, photographs, and specifications in this user manual represent your machine at time of print. However, changes may be made to your machine or this manual at any time with no obligation to CUTECH.
2 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY CUTECH warrants its machinery to be free of defects in workmanship and materials for a period of two (2) years from the date of the original purchase by the original owner. This warranty applies to products sold in the United States only.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Feed speed F/min 26 FPM Cutterhead speed RPM 10,000 Motor RPM 23000+/-10% (No Load) Cutterhead diameter 2” Max planer capacity 6" x 12-1/2" Max depth of cut @ 6” 3/32" 1/16" Max depth of cut @ 12-1/2” 7” Minimum Length of Stock Minimum Thickness of Stock 3/16”...
GENERAL SAFETY NOTE: The WARNING! and CAUTION! symbols indicate a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, COULD result in death or serious injury. READ THIS MANUAL completely before assembling and operating this machine. WARNING! TO AVOID serious injury, death, or damage to the machine, please read, understand, and follow, all Safety and Operating Instructions before assembling and operating this machine.
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GENERAL SAFETY (cont.) ALWAYS keep the work area clean, well lit, and organized. DO NOT work in an area that has slippery floor surfaces from debris, grease, and wax. CAUTION! ALWAYS unplug the machine from the electrical receptacle when making adjustments, changing parts or performing any maintenance.
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GENERAL SAFETY (cont.) KEEP protective guards in place and in working order. CAUTION! MAINTAIN your balance. DO NOT extend yourself over the tool. Wear oil resistant rubber soled shoes. Keep floor clear of debris, grease, and wax. MAINTAIN all machines with care. ALWAYS KEEP machine clean and in good working order. KEEP all blades and tool bits sharp.
WARNING! DO NOT handle the plug or planer with wet hands USE only accessories as described in this manual and recommended by CUTECH. 10. DO NOT pull the planer by the power cord. NEVER allow the power cord to come in contact with sharp edges, hot surfaces, oil or grease.
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PRODUCT SAFETY (Cont.) 14. ENSURE that the machine sits firmly before using. If the machine wobbles or is unstable, correct the problem by using shims or blocks prior to operation. 15. This machine is designed to process wood ONLY. WARNING! NEVER position fingers or thumbs near the infeed/ outfeed rollers or cutterhead.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING! This machine MUST BE GROUNDED while in use to protect the operator from electric shock. In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, GROUNDING provides the path of least resistance for electric current and reduces the risk of electric shock. The plug MUST be plugged into a matching electrical receptacle that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with ALL local codes and ordinances.
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GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS (cont) Make certain the extension cord is properly sized, and in good electrical condition. Always replace a worn or damaged extension cord immediately or have it repaired by a qualified person before using it. Protect your extension cords from sharp objects, excessive heat, and damp or wet areas. MINIMUM RECOMMENDED GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS (AWG) 120 VOLT OPERATION ONLY 25’...
If any parts are missing, do not attempt to plug in the power cord and run the machine. The machine should only be turned “ON” after all the parts have been obtained and installed correctly. For missing parts, contact CUTECH at 858-886-7333. Raise / Lower Handle...
ASSEMBLY WARNING! MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE MACHINE IS DISCONNECTED FROM THE POWER SOURCE. ATTACHING DEPTH ADJUSTMENT HANDLE Attach the raise/lower adjustment handle (A) to the shaft (B) and fasten in place with 1 Hex Socket Head screw. Tighten screw using supplied hex wrench. SEE FIG 1. FIG 1 ATTACHING DUST PORT and ADAPTOR The Dust Port is to be used when the planer to be connected to a dust collector.
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ASSEMBLY (Cont) FIG 2A FIG 2B SECURING PLANER TO A TABLE OR WORKBENCH During operation, if there is any tendency for the planer to tip over, slide or walk, the planer MUST be secured to a supporting surface such as a workbench or table. Four holes are provided (2 are shown at (A)) to securely mount the planer.
ADJUSTMENTS WARNING! MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE MACHINE IS DISCONNECTED FROM THE POWER SOURCE BEFORE ANY ADJUSTMENTS ARE MADE. LEVELING EXTENSION TABLES The extension tables must be level with the planer table. To check the extension tables and adjust if necessary: Lay a straight edge (A) on the planer table (C) with one end of the straight edge over the infeed table (B).
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ADJUSTMENTS (Cont) RAISING AND LOWERING HEAD ASSEMBLY The head assembly consists of the cutterhead, knives, feed rollers, cutterhead guard, and the motor. Raising and lowering of the head assembly controls the depth of cut on the planer. To adjust: To raise the head assembly (A), turn the adjusting handle (B) clockwise. SEE FIG 5. To lower the head assembly, turn the adjusting handle counterclockwise.
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ADJUSTMENTS (Cont) REPLACING CUTTER INSERTS WARNING! MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE MACHINE IS DISCONNECTED FROM THE POWER SOURCE BEFORE ANY ADJUSTMENTS ARE MADE. WARNING! *** Be VERY CAREFUL when handling the cutter inserts as they are EXTREMELY SHARP and can cause serious injury!!! *** WARNING! NEVER GRASP THE CUTTERHEAD BY HAND! This 12-1/2"...
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ADJUSTMENTS (Cont) Lubricate the Torx screw threads with light machine oil and wipe the excess oil off the threads. Install cutter insert and torque the Torx screw to 48-50 inch/ pounds. FIG. A THICKNESS SCALE ADJUSTMENT The thickness scale, located on the right of the planer, shows the thickness of the finished workpiece.
OPERATIONS NOTE: This operations section was designed to give instructions on the basic operations of this planer. However, it is in no way comprehensive of every planer operation. It is strongly recommended that you read books, trade magazines, or get formal training to maximize the potential of your planer while minimizing the risks.
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OPERATIONS(Cont) DEPTH-OF-CUT INDICATOR The Depth-Of-Cut Indicator, located on the front of the machine, is a convenient way to quickly determine how much material is being planed off in one pass. With the machine OFF, insert your workpiece just under the cut scale (A). SEE FIG 9 Crank the raising / lowering handle until the button (B) comes in contact with the workpiece.
OPERATIONS(Cont) THICKNESS PLANING Thickness planing sizes the workpiece to a desired thickness, while at the same time creating a smooth and level surface. The thickness of each cut will depend on the type of wood, width of the workpiece, and condition of the lumber (i.e. dryness, grain composition, straightness, etc). Always make thin test cuts on a scrap piece of wood prior to performing final cuts.
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MAINTENANCE (Cont) CAUTION! With the machine unplugged, blow off motor with low pressure air to remove dust or dirt. Air pressure above 50 P.S.I. should not be used as high-pressured air may damage insulation. The operator should always wear a respirator and eye protection when using compressed air.
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MAINTENANCE (Cont) Place a light coat of multi-purpose grease on the teeth of the gears (A) and a light coat of spray lubricant on the chain (B). Do not over-lubricate and replace the side panel. SEE FIG 11. FIG 11 Replace all covers, panels and guards, that you removed once lubrication is complete.
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MAINTENANCE (Cont) Once the brush has been removed, inspect the carbon (B), the spring (C), and the wire (D). SEE FIG 13. FIG 13 If the carbon of either brush is worn down to 3/16” or less, both brushes should be replaced. Also if the spring or wire are burned or damaged in any way, both brushes should be replaced.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Motor and Machine Operation PROBLEM LIKELY CAUSE SOLUTION Snipe Dull cutter inserts Replace or turn cutter inserts. (depressions at Infeed or outfeed tables out of Readjust tables. Feed scrap of same end of workpiece) adjustment. thickness before and after Residue on rollers.
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Item DESCRIPTION Size TORX WRENCH HEX WRENCH HEX SOC HD CAP SCR M6xP1.0x8L HANDLE ASSEMBLY 4a~4f TOP COVER LEFT SIDE PANEL SCREW M5XP0.8X12L WASHER Ø5xØ12x1T AIR DEFLECTOR LEAD SCREW BUSHING BEARING RETAINER RIGHT SIDE PANEL SPINDLE BEARINGS 6000ZZ Ø26xØ10 HANDLE BAR C-RING CHAIN SPROCKET...
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Item DESCRIPTION Size FLAT WASHER Ø10.3xØ18x1T WASHER Ø12.2xØ25.8 MOTOR PIVOT ROD UPPER FRAME BELT GUARD WASHER Ø18xØ8x2T SCREW M5X0.8X12 MOTOR BRACKET SCREW M8X1.25X16L HEIGHT ADJ SPINDLE SPINDLE SPACER SCREW M5xP0.8x5L TAP SCR M4.5xP1.6x8L DUST CHUTE BEARING CAP DUST PORT CUTTERHEAD PULLEY BELT 135J6 HEX NUT...
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Item DESCRIPTION Size SPRING Ø2.0xØ15.5x30L OUTFEED ROLLER MOTOR* (150~184) BASE FLAT WASHER Ø4.2xØ15x2T NYLOCK HEX SOC HD SCR M4xP0.7x12L CURSOR PAN HD SCR M3xP0.5x20L SCREW M4xP0.7x10L WASHER Ø19.95xØ28x0.5T FLAT WASHER Ø20xØ27x1.5T HEX SOC HD SCR M5xP0.8x20L GEAR BOX ASSEMBLY SCREW M5xP0.8x6L,SCM3 BASE GUIDE RAIL PAN HD SCR W/WASH...
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Item DESCRIPTION Size NYLOCK SCR HEX SOC HD M5xP0.8x25L WEAR PLATE BEARING BEARING BLOCK BEARING BLOCK INDICATOR DEPTH ASSY PAN HD SCR M4xP0.7x12L SPECIAL NUT POINTER HOUSING COIL SPRING ROD POINTER ELEVATING POINTER BUSHING NYLOCK SCR PAN W/WASHER M4xP0.7x10L POINTER HOUSING...
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