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- Page 1 OPERATION MANUAL THICKNESSER Model T-13B Order Code W812 Edition No : T-13B-1 Date of Issue : 11/2020...
- Page 2 OPERATION MANUAL MACHINE DETAILS MACHINE THICKNESSER MODEL NO. T-13B SERIAL NO. DATE OF MANF. istributeD by www.machineryhouse.co.nz NOTE: This manual is only for your reference. Owing to the continuous improvement of the HAFCO machines, changes may be made at any time without obligation or notice. Please ensure the local voltage is the same as listed on the specification plate before operating this electric machine.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
OPERATION MANUAL C O N T E N T S: GENERAL MACHINE INFORMATION 1.1. Specifications................4 1.2 Identification T-13B..............5 1.3 Unpacking & Accessories............6 IMPORTANT INFORMATION 2.1 General Machinery Safety ............2.2 Additional Safety For Thicknessers........2.3 Lifting Instructions..............12 INSTALLATION 3.1 Selecting a Location.............. -
Page 4: General Machine Information 1.1. Specifications
OPERATION MANUAL 1.1 SPECIFICATIONS ORDER CODE W812 MODEL T-13B Material Width Capacity (mm) Max. Stock Thickness (mm) Minimum Material Length (mm) 0.8mm > 152mm Wide Maximum Depth of Cut At Width (mm) 2.8mm < 152mm Wide Cutter Type HSS Blades Quantity of Cutters (No.) -
Page 5: Identification T-13B
OPERATION MANUAL 1.2 IDENTIFICATION FIG. 1 MAIN FRAME CUTTERHEAD & MOTOR ASSEMBLY RETURN ROLLERS HEIGHT GAUGE DUST CHUTE OUT-FEED EXTENSION WING HAND WHEEL IN-FEED EXTENSION WING LIFTING HANDLES ON/OFF SWITCH... -
Page 6: Unpacking & Accessories
OPERATION MANUAL 1.3 UNPACKING & ACCESSORIES The machine was carefully packaged at the factory for safe transportation. Remove the packag- ing materials from around the machine and inspect it. If you find that the machine is damaged, contact your distributor and report it imeadiately. If the machine has been damaged while in transit, save all the packing materials for possible inspection by the carrier. -
Page 7: Important Information
OPERATION MANUAL 2. IMPORTANT INFORMATION 2.1 GENERAL WOODWORKING MACHINE SAFE PRACTICES DO NOT use this machine unless you have read this manual or have been instructed in the use of this machine in its safe use and operation WARNING This manual provides safety instructions on the proper setup, operation, maintenance, and service of this machine. - Page 8 OPERATION MANUAL 2.1 GENERAL WOODWORKING MACHINE SAFE PRACTICES Cont. Make sure the guard that is in position is in good working condition, and guards the machine adequately before operating any equipment or machine. Check and adjust all other safety devices. ...
- Page 9 OPERATION MANUAL 2.1 GENERAL WOODWORKING MACHINE SAFE PRACTICES Cont. Do not try to free a stalled blade before turning the power off. Do not distract or startle an operator while he or she is using woodworking equipment. Horseplay should be prohibited. It can lead to injuries. HAZARDS ASSOCIATED WITH MACHINES include, but are not limited to: •...
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Page 10: Additional Safety For Thicknessers
OPERATION MANUAL 2.2 ADDITIONAL SAFETY FOR THICKNESSERS. DO NOT use this machine unless the operator has been instructed in its safe use and operation and has read and understood this manual Safety glasses must be worn at all times Long and loose hair must be contained in work areas. - Page 11 OPERATION MANUAL 2.2 ADDITIONAL SAFETY FOR THICKNESSERS IN-FEED AND OUT-FEED EXTENSION WINGS This machine is designed to feed material into and away from the spinning cutterhead, and doing so clamps the material firmly to the table. To avoid serious personal injury, always keep hands, clothing, jewelery, and long hair away from the in-feed and out-feed tables during operation.
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Page 12: Lifting Instructions
OPERATION MANUAL 2.3 LIFTING INSTRUCTIONS iFting anDLe The thicknesser in this manual is heavy. Serious personal injury could occur if safe moving methods are not used. Get assistance and use the correct lifting posture to move the shipping crate and when removing the machine from the crate. NOTE: Check the weight of the machine on the specification plate before lifting the machine and seek help if needed. -
Page 13: Setting Up The Thicknesser
OPERATION MANUAL 3.2 SETTING UP THE THICKNESSER MOUNTING OPTION The thicknesser is supplied with an option for mounting to a workbench or stand. There are 4 x holes in the base to place bolts through the base and into a bench or stand. (Fig. -
Page 14: Electrical Installation
OPERATION MANUAL 3.3 ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION Place the machine near an existing power source. Make sure all power cords are protected from traffic, material handling, moisture, chemicals, or other hazards. Make sure there is access to a means of disconnecting the power source. The electrical circuit must meet the requirements for 240V. -
Page 15: Test Run
OPERATION MANUAL 3.5 TEST RUN Once the assembly is complete, test run your machine to make sure it runs properly and is ready for regular operation. The test run consists of verifying that the motor powers up and the machine runs correctly. When operating correctly, the machine runs smoothly with little or no vibration or rubbing noises. -
Page 16: Workpiece Inspection
OPERATION MANUAL Thickness Scale: The Depth of cut can also be read directly from the inch/millimeter scale on the front of the thicknesser, as shown. (Fig. 4.4) Although the correct depth of cut varies according to wood hardness and workpiece width, we recom- mend a maximum depth of cut at full width, of no more than 1.5mm. -
Page 17: Basic Operation
OPERATION MANUAL 4.3 BASIC OPERATION This section gives you the basic process that happens during an operation with this machine. Familiarize yourself with this process to better understand the operation of this machine. To complete a typical operation, the operator should do the following: 1. - Page 18 OPERATION MANUAL AVOIDING SNIPE Snipe, gouging or depression of the board at the ends, can occur when the board is not properly supported. (Fig. 4.6) For workpieces longer than 1200mm, greater care must be taken to reduce the problem because the additional length of the workpiece translates into more unsupported weight pulling down on the end of the board.
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Page 19: Lubrication
OPERATION MANUAL 5. MAINTENANCE 5.1 LUBRICATION The Thicknesser should provide you with a long time of service provided the following maintenance operations are performed. 1. A quality paste wax should be applied to the table surface to ease the movement of the workpiece across it. -
Page 20: Main Bearings
OPERATION MANUAL MAIN BEARINGS The thicknesser is supplied with bearings that are lubricated and sealed at the factory. These bearing do not require any further attention unless they need to be replaced. If a bearing fails, the thicknesser will probably develop a noticeable rumble or vibration, which will increase when the machine is under load. -
Page 21: Thickness Scale Adjustment
OPERATION MANUAL TABLE LEVEL ADJUSTMENT The out-feed and in-feed tables of the thicknesser were set level before the machine left the factory. However after shipping or prolong use the tables may need to be adjusted.(Fig. 5.7) To adjust the table: 1. -
Page 22: Changing The Cutter Blades
OPERATION MANUAL CHANGING THE CUTTER BLADES The cutter-head is equipped with 2 high speed steel cutting blades. If the machine planes unevenly or tends to gouge, the blades may need to be changed. To remove the blades, follow the procedure below. To Change The Blades 1. -
Page 23: Troubleshooting
OPERATION MANUAL 5.3 TROUBLESHOOTING Should any problems arise review the troubleshooting procedures in this section to find the possible problem or fix and adjust your machine. The spare parts view and the proceedure for ordering is layed out in the spare parts section. SYMPTOM SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE... - Page 24 OPERATION MANUAL 5.3 TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE SOLUTION Machine has 1. Belts slapping cover. 1. Replace/realign belts with a matched set. vibration or noisy 2. V-belt(s) worn or loose. 2. Inspect/replace belts with a new matched set. operation. 3.
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Page 25: Spare Par Ts
OPERATION MANUAL SPARE PARTS SECTION THICKNESSER Model T-13B Order Code W812 Edition No : T-13B-1 Date of Issue : 11/2020 The following section covers the spare parts diagrams and lists that were current at the time this manual was originally printed. Due to continuous improvements of the machine, changes may be made at any time without notification. - Page 26 OPERATION MANUAL PARTS DIAGRAM...
- Page 27 OPERATION MANUAL SPARE PARTS LIST FACTORY CODE DESCRIPTION Qty. Handle assembly SPL3047 GB70.1-2000 Socket head screw M5X25 Flat washer 5MM MB13-01 EP12028 Roller cap Socket pan head screw M6X12 MB13-02X Top cover MB13-02X-02 Grip Flat washer 6MM MB13-04 Left cover GB93-87 Retaining ring φ15 GB1243.1-83...
- Page 28 OPERATION MANUAL SPARE PARTS LIST FACTORY CODE DESCRIPTION Qty. EP13202 Blade EP13204 Blade clamp 22560115 Socket head screw M6X16 GB276-94 Ball bearing 6203-3Z SPL1020 Bearing house GB70.2-2000 Pan head screw M5X12 EP12039 Cutterhead pulley EP12040 Motor pulley Belt 135J6 GB6172-86 Hex nut M16X.5 LH 21758-071 Screw...
- Page 29 OPERATION MANUAL SPARE PARTS LIST FACTORY CODE DESCRIPTION Qty. Bearing clamp plate Socket pan head screw M5X10 21758-105 Flat washer 21758-88 Column Socket head screw M10X35 MB13-22 Guide MB13-27 Table GB70.1-2000 Socket head screw M5X8 GB96-85 Flat washer φ5 Outfeed extension table GB96-85 Flat washer φ5 GB818-2000...
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Page 30: Risk Assement
General Machinery Safety Instructions Machinery House requires you to read this entire Manual before using this machine. 1. Read the entire Manual before starting 14. Use correct amperage extension cords. machinery. Machinery may cause serious injury if Undersized extension cords overheat and lose not correctly used. - Page 31 Planer Thicknesser Safety Instructions Machinery House requires you to read this entire Manual before using this machine. 1. Maintenance. 13. Never look inside thicknesser. Make sure the Planer Thicknesser is turned Wood chips fly around off and disconnect from the main power supply and make inside the thicknesser at a high rate of speed.