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25-010H 10” Planer / Jointer with Helical Cutterhead 4001824 Operator’s Manual Record the serial number and date of purchase in your manual for future reference. Serial Number: _________________________ Date of purchase: _________________________ For technical support or parts questions, email techsupport@rikontools.com or call toll free at (877)884-5167 www.rikontools.com...
Changes and improvements may be made at any time, with no obligation on the part of Rikon Power Tools, Inc. to modify previously delivered units. Reasonable care has been taken to ensure that the information in this manual is correct, to provide you with the guidelines for the proper safety,...
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT! Safety is the single most important consideration in the operation of this equipment. The following instructions must be followed at all times. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious personal injury. There are certain applications for which this tool was designed.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 12. KEEP PROTECTIVE GUARDS IN PLACE AND IN 25. ALWAYS WEAR A DUST MASK TO PREVENT WORKING ORDER. INHALING DANGEROUS DUST OR AIRBORNE PARTICLES, including wood dust, crystalline silica dust 13. AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. Make sure that and asbestos dust. Direct particles away from face and the power switch is in the “OFF”...
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ELECTRICAL SAFETY EXTENSION CORDS THIS TOOL MUST BE GROUNDED THE USE OF AN EXTENSION CORD WITH THIS MACHINE IS NOT RECOMMENDED. For WHILE IN USE TO PROTECT THE OPERATOR FROM ELECTRIC SHOCK. best power and safety, plug the machine directly into a dedicated, grounded electrical outlet that is within the IN THE EVENT OF A MALFUNCTION OR BREAKDOWN, supplied cord length of the machine.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR PLANER / JOINTERS This machine is intended for the surfacing of natural, solid woods. The permissible workpiece dimensions must be observed (see Technical Specification). Any other use not as specified, including modification of the machine or use of parts not tested and approved by the equipment manufacturer can cause unforeseen damage and invalidate the warranty.
Cutterhead Guard Height Adjustment Lever Power Cord CONTENTS OF PACKAGE Model 25-010H Planer/Jointer is shipped complete in one box. Unpacking and Clean-up 1. Carefully remove all contents from the shipping carton. Compare the contents with the list of contents to make sure that all of the items are accounted for, before discarding any packing material.
CONTENTS OF PACKAGE LIST OF LOOSE PARTS A. Outfeed Table B. Infeed Table C. Fence Assembly D. Legs & Floor Pads E. Dust Hood F. Depth of Cut Control Bar G. Nuts & Bolts for Leg Assembly H. Handle I. Tools a. - Wrenches - 10 & 13mm b.
ASSEMBLY THE MACHINE MUST NOT BE PLUGGED IN AND THE POWER SWITCH MUST BE IN THE 'OFF' POSITION UNTIL ASSEMBLY IS COMPLETE. LEG INSTALLATION To install the legs, the machine must be placed onto its side to gain access to the underside to secure the nuts and washers.
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ASSEMBLY Installing the Infeed Table - Continued from page 9 3. Insert the bar through the table’s end hole and under- side of the table. Then re-attach the Spring Washer and Collar onto the Bar to secure it in place. FIG. 7. 4.
ASSEMBLY THE MACHINE MUST NOT BE PLUGGED IN AND THE POWER SWITCH MUST BE IN THE 'OFF' POSITION UNTIL ASSEMBLY IS COMPLETE. OUTFEED TABLE INSTALLATION 1. Position the outfeed table onto the left end of the ma- chine frame. The two Setting Brackets (#158) fit over the pre-installed Pan Head, Location Screws (#160) on the frame for positioning, and then lock the table in place with the Levers (#233, 234).
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ADJUSTMENTS INFEED TABLE ADJUSTMENT INDICATOR LINE The Infeed Table is pre-set at the factory to be aligned with the cutterhead. To ensure that both the infeed and outfeed jointer tables are aligned, check both table settings and DEPTH SCALE adjust the outfeed table as necessary. 1.
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ADJUSTMENTS 5. Check the alignment of the tables with the straight edge OUTFEED on both front and rear sides of the of the tables. Make TABLE further adjustments with the guide screws as necessary, until the tables are parallel with each other. 6.
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ADJUSTMENTS PLANER HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT Height adjustment of the planer’s table is made with the Handle (#130, FIG. 22, A). One full turn of the crank changes the height of the Planer’s Table (#142, B) by 1/8”. - Clockwise Turning = raises the planer bed - Counter-Clockwise Turning = lowers the planer bed.
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ADJUSTMENTS ADJUSTING THE PLANER TABLE THE MACHINE MUST NOT BE PLUGGED IN AND THE POWER SWITCH MUST BE IN THE 1. The planer table is attached to the cabinet and move OFF POSITION UNTIL ALL ADJUSTMENTS ARE COMPLETE. vertically by four Threaded Spindles, or posts (#131, FIG. 24, A).
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ADJUSTMENTS ADJUSTING THE CUTTERHEAD THE MACHINE MUST NOT BE PLUGGED IN AND THE POWER SWITCH MUST BE IN The Cutterhead that holds the knife inserts is fastened to THE OFF POSITION UNTIL ALL ADJUSTMENTS ARE the machine’s cabinet, and is not adjustable. Based on COMPLETE.
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ADJUSTMENTS ADJUSTING DRIVE BELTS The cutterhead drive belt and the feedgear drive belts need to be checked periodically and retightened if necessary. Belts will stretch with use, especially when they are new and are breaking in. Both drive belts are located behind the machine's front and rear covers.
OPERATION Before turning on the machine, review the safety precautions listed on pages 3 to 6. Make sure that you fully understand the features, adjustments and capabilities of the machine that are outlined throughout this manual. JOINTER OPERATION FIG. 33 The function of the jointer is to surface plane flat, one side or edge of a board/workpiece.
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OPERATION Jointer Operation - Continued from page 18 against the workpiece. Lock blade guard in place before 6. Turn the machine on and place the workpiece on the starting the machine. Push the workpiece slowly and infeed table. Feed the workpiece toward the cutterhead, steady against cutterhead.
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OPERATION Planer Operation - Continued from page 19 3. Set planing thickness. Measure your board's thickness - Make sure that there are no loose knots, nails, staples, and set the planer to this measurement, or 1/16" under this dirt or foreign objects in the wood to be planed. figure.
MAINTENANCE Turn the power switch “OFF” and disconnect the plug from the outlet prior to adjusting or maintaining the machine. DO NOT attempt to repair or maintain the electrical components of the motor. Contact a qualified service technician for this type of maintenance. 6.
TROUBLESHOOTING FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, ALWAYS TURN OFF AND UNPLUG THE MACHINE BEFORE CARRYING OUT ANY TROUBLESHOOTING. SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS Machine will not start. 1. No power 1. Check power source, plug and wiring. 2. Blown fuse 2. Check fuse, replace if it is blown. 3.
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TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS TROUBLESHOOTING THE JOINTER - continued 1. Lumber has a high moisture 1. Reduce the moisture content by drying Milled surface grain is content it, or switch to other properly seasoned rough, raised or fuzzy lumber. 2.
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PARTS DIAGRAM MOTOR & CABINET NOTE: Please reference the Manufacturer’s Part Number when calling for Replacement Parts. For Parts under Warranty, the Serial Number of your machine is required.
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PARTS LIST MOTOR & CABINET DESCRIPTION MFG. PART NO. KEY NO. Washer – 6.4mm P25-010-301 302A ON/OFF Switch P25-010-302A Hex Head Bolt – M8 x 16mm P25-010-303 Side Panel P25-010-304 Hex Head Bolt – M6 x 40mm P25-010-305 Washer – 8mm P25-010-306 Front Panel P25-010-308...
ACCESSORIES 25-910 MOBILE BASE 25-599 INSERT KNIVES - PACK of 10 NOTES Use this section to record maintenance, service and any calls to Technical Support:...
® 5-Year Limited Warranty RIKON Power Tools Inc. (“Seller”) warrants to only the original retail consumer/purchaser of our products that each product be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of five (5) years from the date the product was purchased at retail. This warranty may not be transferred.
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25-010H For more information: 16 Progress Road Billerica, MA 01821 877-884-5167 / 978-528-5380 techsupport@rikontools.com www.rikontools.com 25-010HM3...
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