13??? INDUSTRIAL PLANER
Model 39860 
ASSEMBLY and Operating Instructions
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SAVE THE RECEIPT, WARRANTY AND THESE INSTRUCTIONS. It is important that you read the entire manual to become familiar with the unit BEFORE you begin assembly.
Warning: The warnings, cautions and instructions discussed in this instruction manual cannot cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. It must be understood by the operator that COMMON SENSE AND CAUTION ARE
FACTORS WHICH CANNOT BE BUILT INTO THIS PRODUCT, BUT
MUST BE SUPPLIED BY THE OPERATOR.
The Operator
PLEASE REMEMBER:
Do not operate the product if under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Read warning labels on prescriptions to determine if your judgment/reflexes might be impaired.
Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry as they can be caught in moving parts.
Protective gloves and non-skid footwear are recommended.
Wear restrictive hair covering to contain long hair.
Use eye and ear protection. Always wear ANSI-approved impact safety goggles and dust mask or respirator when working around metal, wood and chemical dusts and mists. Wear a full face shield if your are producing wood filings.
Always stand off to one side of the machine.
Do not reach over or across running machines.
Maintain proper footing and balance at all times.
Do not abuse the power cord. Do not yank on cord to disconnect it from outlet. Keep the cord away from heat, oil and sharp edges.
REV 03d; 06b
Work Area
TO AVOID RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY, EQUIPMENT DAMAGE, FIRE AND SHOCK, MAKE SURE YOUR
WORK AREA IS:
Free of damp, wet or rainy conditions.
Free of children (never let them handle tools or machinery).
Well-lit, clean and uncluttered.
Before Operating
Before using any tool, any part that appears damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function.
Before operating your Planer check for damaged parts. You should also check the feed rollers to be sure chips and sawdust are not caught in them. If the Rollers are not seated firmly, the Feed Rolls will not hold the stock firmly against the bed. This may result in kickback during operation.
Give the Planer a test run. If it makes an unfamiliar noise or vibrates irregularly, turn it off, unplug it and have the problem corrected by a qualified technician.
Make certain to turn off and unplug the Planer when doing any maintenance. The tool should always be turned off, unplugged when not in use and Guards kept in place and in working order.
Feed the work into the blade or cutter against the direction and rotation of the blade or cutter.
Grounding/Voltage Warning 220-240 V~ Tools
This 13??? Industrial Planer is pre-wired for 220 Volts.
Grounding
Pin
250 V~ 3-Prong Plug and Outlet
(for up to 250 V~ and up to 15 A)
1. This tool is intended for use on a circuit that has an outlet that looks like the one illustrated above. The tool has a grounding plug that looks like the plug illustrated above in 250 V~ 3-Prong Plug and Outlet. Make sure the tool is connected to an outlet having the same configuration as the plug. No adapter is available or should be used with this tool. If the tool must be reconnected for use on a different type of electric circuit, the reconnection should be made by qualified service personnel; and after reconnection, the tool should comply with all local codes and ordinances.
2. The 250 V~ plug does not come pre-installed and will need to be installed by a certified electrician.
3. The plug above is for use on a 15 A circuit. A different 250 V~ plug and outlet combination may be used, provided it is rated to handle the electrical requirements of the tool and is installed by a certified electrician.
4. Do NOT modify your plug in any way. If you have any doubt, call a qualified electrician.
REV 10h
Assembly
Your Planer requires only limited assembly as indicated below; otherwise it is fully assembled. To assist you with assembly and operation please refer to the Assembly Diagram and Parts List located on pages 8,9,10 and 11. Lay out all parts onto a clear section of your workbench prior to assembly.
1.The Planer has four (4) legs so that it can be mounted to a table or a work bench. Each of these legs/ angles (4) should be attached at one side (bottom corners) to the Planer and then 2 of the 5/16??? bolts should be bolted onto the workbench with a washer between the Bolt and the workbench or table.
2.To put the Handle (part #150) onto the Planer, insert it into the hole on the right front side of the Planer and press it into place. WARNING! Check blade setting and tightness before initial use.
Operation
When operating your Planer, refer to the Parts List and Assembly Diagram on the last pages of this manual.
Never force the tool or attachment to do the work of a larger industrial tool. It is designed to do the job better and more safely at the rate for which it was intended. Plane only wood boards.
After planing approximately 50 feet of material, stop machine and check Cutterhead Jib screws and blades for tightness.
Do not force feed your work through the machine. Allow the Planer to feed at the designated rate of feed.
Figure 1
REV 06a; 10h
Figure 2
Adjusting Warp
Warp is a variation from a plane or true surface. Warping of wood is caused by uneven shrinkage during the drying process.
The ideal is to have a straight board with no warp. Merely run the board through on both sides and plane to the desired thickness.
Cup Warpage: With a board that is cupped (as in the figure below) you would first plane the top flat and then turn the board over and plane the bottom flat. If possible, rip the board down the middle of the cup. This will eliminate a large amount of waste in the planing.
Cup Warp
Figure 3
Grain Direction
Feeding with the grain is feeding so that the knives travel in the same direction as the slant of the grain.
Grain patterns often have a ???V??? shape. The point of the ???V??? should point away from the cutterhead while feeding.
Grain direction can also be determined by running your fingertips over the stock. The stock will be smoother when your fingertips are moving with the grain.
Occasionally the grain direction reverses in the same piece of wood. For best planing results, it would be better to cut the board in half so that each section can be planed with the grain. For an example, please refer to the illustration above in Figure 3.
Lubrication of the Planer is important for accuracy and durability of the machine.
E 
Located under the motor are two (2) brackets (see E in Figure 4). Each bracket has one (1) set screw and two (2) Lock Nuts. Loosen all Lock Nuts. At the middle of the pulleys, apply light pressure to the Belt. At the same time adjust the Set Screw until the Belt is just firm but not overly tight. Do not over tighten Belt tension. Once the correct tension is reached, tighten the lock nuts.
Blade Maintenance
Figure 5
if there is any question about a condition being safe or unsafe, do not operate the tool.
Unpacking
When unpacking your 13??? Planer, check to make sure the following parts are included. If any parts are missing or broken, please call Harbor Freight tools at telephone number 1-800-444-3353.
Limited 1 year / 90 Day warranty
Harbor Freight Tools Co. makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality and durability standards, and warrants to the original purchaser that for a period of ninety days from date of purchase that the engine/motor, the belts (if so equipped), and the blades (if so equipped) are free of defects in materials and workmanship. Harbor Freight Tools also warrants to the original purchaser, for a period of one year from date of purchase, that all other parts and components of the product are free from defects in materials and workman- ship (90 days if used by a professional contractor or if used as rental equipment). This warranty does not apply to damage due directly or indirectly, to misuse, abuse, negligence or accidents, repairs or alterations outside our facilities, normal wear and tear, or to lack of maintenance. We shall in no event be liable for death, injuries to persons or property, or for incidental, contingent, special or consequential damages arising from the use of our product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation of exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty is expressly in lieu of all other warranties, express or implied, including the warranties of merchantability and fitness.
To take advantage of this warranty, the product or part must be returned to us with transportation charges prepaid. Proof of purchase date and an explanation of the complaint must accompany the merchandise. If our inspection verifies the defect, we will either repair or replace the product at our election or we may elect to re- fund the purchase price if we cannot readily and quickly provide you with a replacement. We will return repaired products at our expense, but if we determine there is no defect, or that the defect resulted from causes not within the scope of our warranty, then you must bear the cost of returning the product.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state
to state.
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