Skil PL5938E-00 - Brushless Planer Manual

INTRODUCTION

• This tool is intended for planing wooden materials such as beams and boards; it is also suitable for chamfering edges and rabbeting
• This tool is not intended for professional use
• Read and save this instruction manual

SAFETY

GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS

Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations and specifications provided with this power tool. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
The term "power tool" in the warnings refers to your mainsoperated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.

1. WORK AREA SAFETY
   1. Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
   2. Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
   3. Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.
2. ELECTRICAL SAFETY
   1. Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adaptor plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools.
      Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
   2. Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
   3. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
   4. Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.
   5. When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
   6. If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a residual current device (RCD) protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces the risk of electric shock.
3. PERSONAL SAFETY
   1. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
   2. Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Protective equipment such as a dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.
   3. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before connecting to power source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or energising power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
   4. Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.
   5. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.
   6. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair and clothing away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
   7. If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used. Use of dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards.
   8. Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use of tools allow you to become complacent and ignore tool safety principles. A careless action can cause severe injury within a fraction of a second.
4. POWER TOOL USE AND CARE
   1. Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application. The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
   2. Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
   3. Disconnect the plug from the power source and/ or remove the battery pack, if detachable, from the power tool before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
   4. Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
   5. Maintain power tools and accessories. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tool's operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
   6. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
   7. Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc., in accordance with these instructions, taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the power tool for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.
   8. Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean and free from oil and grease. Slippery handles and grasping surfaces do not allow for safe handling and control of the tool in unexpected situations.
5. BATTERY TOOL USE AND CARE
   1. Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack.
   2. Use power tools only with specifically designated battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire.
   3. When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws, or other small metal objects that can make a connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire.
   4. Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.
   5. Do not use a battery pack or tool that is damaged or modified. Damaged or modified batteries may exhibit unpredictable behaviour resulting in fire, explosion or risk of injury.
   6. Do not expose a battery pack or tool to fire or excessive temperature. Exposure to fire or temperature above 130°C may cause explosion.
   7. Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the battery pack or tool outside the temperature range specified in the instructions. Charging improperly or at temperatures outside the specified range may damage the battery and increase the risk of fire.
6. SERVICE
   1. Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
   2. Never service damaged battery packs. Service of battery packs should only be performed by the manufacturer or authorized service providers.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR PLANERS

• Wait for the cutter to stop before setting the tool down (an exposed rotating cutter may engage the surface leading to possible loss of control and serious injury)
• Hold the power tool by insulated gripping surfaces, because the cutter may contact its own cord (cutting a "live" wire may make exposed metal parts of the power tool "live"and could give the operator an electric shock)
• Use clamps or another practical way to secure and support the workpiece to a stable platform (holding the workpiece by your hand or against the body leaves it unstable and may lead to loss of control)

GENERAL

• This tool should not be used by people under the age of 16 years
• The noise level when working can exceed 85 dB(A); wear ear protection
• Dust from material such as paint containing lead, some wood species, minerals and metal may be harmful (contact with or inhalation of the dust may cause allergic reactions and/or respiratory diseases to the operator or bystanders); wear a dust mask and work with a dust extraction device when connectable
• Certain kinds of dust are classified as carcinogenic (such as oak and beech dust) especially in conjunction with additives for wood conditioning; wear a dust mask and work with a dust extraction device when connectable
• Follow the dust-related national requirements for the materials you want to work with
• SKIL can assure flawless functioning of the tool only when original accessories are used
• Remove battery from tool before making any adjustments or changing accessories

BEFORE USE

• Avoid damage that can be caused by screws, nails and other elements in your workpiece; remove them before you start working
• Before using the tool check that the knives do not brush anywhere

DURING USE

• Keep your fingers away from the rotating knives
• In case of electrical or mechanical malfunction, immediately switch off the tool and remove battery
• If any chip should get jammed in the Dust/Chip-Extraction Port, you should switch off the motor, ensure that all moving parts have come to a complete standstill, remove battery, and remove the jammed chip
• Only use the following batteries and chargers with this tool
  • SKIL battery: BY5197E-03 BY5196E-03
  • SKIL charger: SC5358E-01 QC5360E-01 QC5359E-00
  • Do not use the battery when damaged; it should be replaced
• Do not disassemble the battery
• Do not expose tool/battery to rain
• Permitted ambient temperature (tool/charger/battery):
  • when charging 4...40°C
  • during operation –20...+50°C
  • during storage –20...+50°C

EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS ON TOOL/BATTERY

Read the instruction manual before use

Do not dispose of electric tools and batteries together with household waste material

OVERVIEW

SPECIFICATIONS

USE

• Charging battery
  read the safety warnings and instructions provided with the charger
• Removing/installing the battery
• Changing/reversing knives
  
  This planer is equipped with non-grindable knives with cutting edges on both sides; so if one side has become blunt, the other side can be used
  switch off the tool and remove the battery
  • remove guiding devices, if mounted
  • take wrench from storage a
  • turn tool upside down
  • loosen 3 bolts with wrench (do not remove bolts) b
  • push knife out of cutter block with piece of wood c
  • put knife back in cutter block in reversed position, or use new knife d
    groove in knife should match ledge in cutter block
    place knives against support plate e
  • firmly tighten 3 bolts with wrench f
    change/reverse knives in time; only use sharp knives
    always change/reverse both knives at the same time
    do not attempt to adjust the knives with cutter block screws, which are pre-set at manufacturing
• Adjusting planing depth
  
  • turn knob in "+"/"-" direction for increasing/decreasing planing depth
  • use scale as reference
  • always select a shallow planing depth and repeat the planing and adjusting process until the required depth is reached
• Dust/Chip-Extraction Port
  
  • select desired Dust/Chip-Extraction Port side (left or right) with switch
  • connect vacuum cleaner with adaptor to Dust/ChipExtraction Port as illustrated
  • one may also connect dust bag to the selected Dust/Chip-Extraction Port as illustrated
    do not attempt to remove any obstructions from the Dust/Chip-Extraction Port while knives are rotating
• Park rest
  
  • protects workpiece from damage when tool is put aside
  • will automatically fold backwards when planing
• Operating the tool
  • adjust planing depth
  • place tool on workpiece
    ensure that only the front shoe rests on the workpiece and that the knives do not touch it
  • switch on the tool by first pressing lock-off button (= safety switch which cannot be locked) and then pulling trigger
    before the knives reach the workpiece, the tool should run at full speed
  • hold the tool firmly with both hands and guide it forward in a continuous stroke
  • use the tool with its base-plate on the workpiece
  • do not tilt the tool in order to avoid unwanted planing marks
    before switching off the tool, you should lift it from the workpiece
  • switch off the tool by releasing trigger
• Planing rabbets
  
  • select required planing depth
  • select rabbeting depth by using rabbeting depth adjuster
  • place tool on workpiece
  • start planing
  • maximum rabbeting width 82 mm
  • maximum rabbeting depth 8 mm
    while working, always hold the tool at the greycoloured grip area(s)
    
  • keep ventilation slots uncovered
  • do not apply too much pressure on the tool; let the tool do the work for you
• Battery protection
  Switches off the tool or prevents the tool from being switched on, when
  • the load is too high
  • the battery temperature is not within the allowable operating temperature range of -20 to +50°C
  • the lithium-ion battery is nearly empty (to protect against deep discharge)
    do not continue to press the on/off switch after the tool is switched off automatically; battery may be damaged

APPLICATION ADVICE

• When planing one may use a dust bag
• For chamfering edges use the V-groove in the front shoe
  
  • set knob to position "0" for chamfering edges similar to selected groove
  • for larger grooves turn knob to select the required planing depth
    always test out first on a piece of scrap material
• When planing rabbets you will achieve better results by using a parallel guide to adjust rabbeting width
  

MAINTENANCE

• This tool is not intended for professional use
• Always keep tool and cord clean (especially ventilation slots )
  remove battery from tool before cleaning

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