General Instructions For 230V Machines; Specific Precautions Using Planer Thicknessers - Axminster AW106PT2 User Manual

General Instructions for 230V Machines

Keep the work area as uncluttered as is
practical, this includes personnel as well
as material. Under no circumstances should
CHILDREN be allowed in work areas.
It is good practice to leave the machine unplugged
until work is about to commence, also make sure to
unplug the machine when it is not in use, or
unattended. Always disconnect by pulling on the plug
body and not the cable. Once you are ready to
commence work, remove any tools used in the setting
operations and place safely out of the way.
Re-connect the machine. Carry out a final check e.g.
check the cutting tool is securely tightened in the
machine, check you have the correct speed and
function set, check that the power cable will not 'snag'
etc.
Make sure you are comfortable before you start work,
balanced, not reaching etc. Wear the appropriate
safety clothing, goggles, gloves, masks etc. Wear
ear-defenders at all times,iIf you wear your hair in a
long style, wearing a cap, safety helmet, hairnet, even a

Specific Precautions Using Planer Thicknessers

Most machines currently, are well interlocked to
ensure that the machine must be in the correct
configuration to perform one task or the other. Make
yourself familiar with these configurations and do not
try to use the machine in a half and half state; or rig
the interlocks to enable you to do so.
These machines are designed for cutting timber only.
They will, but are not designed to, cut timber
derivatives or composites. Glue lines in plywood, block
board etc, will 'notch' blades as sure as eggs is eggs.
The bonding agent in chipboard is likewise
detrimental to the health of your planer irons.
It is best to leave them alone. If you have to machine
composites, work out the costs of tungsten, against
HSS (plus the sharpening costs), and proceed
accordingly. On larger machines it is common practice
to leave a portion of the blade (usually the offside 30
mm) to be used on 'aggressive' materials.
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sweatband, will minimise the possibility of your hair
being caught up in the rotating parts of the machine,
likewise, consideration should be given to the removal
of rings and wristwatches, if these are liable to be a
'snag' hazard. Consideration should also be given to
non-slip footwear, etc. If you are allowing another
person to use the machine, ensure that they are
suitably qualified to use it.
Do not use the machine if you are tired, your
attention is wandering or you are being subjected
to distraction.
Do not use this machine within the designated
safety areas of flammable liquid stores or in areas
where there may be volatile gases.
Check that cutters are the correct type and size, are
undamaged and are kept clean and sharp, this will
maintain their operating performance and lessen the
loading on the machine. Above all, OBSERVE.... make
sure you know what is happening around you, and
USE YOUR COMMON SENSE.
Overhand planing
Make sure during overhand planing operations, that
the fence is set to the required angle, is securely
fastened and locked in position. Ensure the planer
block guarding is in position and secured.
Disengage the autofeed for the thicknesser.
Ensure both tables are correctly seated and locked
down.
Ensure the dust extraction hood is in place and is not
blocked.
Fit dust extraction.
Check the sharpness of planer irons, check for 'nicks'
and 'notches' , if there are damaged sections on the
blades, try to plane in the 'clear' areas.Especially when
planing material down to 'thin' dimensions, maintain