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SPECIFICATIONS MODEL NO. OZPPL280WA Motor size: Input: No load speed: Planing width: Planing depth: Blade type: Weight: 280W 230 240V ~ 50Hz 18000 /min 50 mm 0 0.6 mm 50 mm TCT reversible slither blades 1.4kg Features: Ergonomic design Material collection bag Variable depth of cut Soft grip handle Palm grip design This Palm Planer has been designed to comply with the following Australian/New Zealand Standards and any other applicable standards referenced therein: AS/NZS 60745-1 Hand held motor operated electric tools - Safety general requirements. AS/NZS 60745-2.14 Hand held motor operated electric tools. Particular requirements for planers 2 3 4 1 9 5 10 8 7 6 11 2 1. Depth of cut adjustment knob 2. Lock off button 3. On/Off Switch 4. Rubber Palm Grip 5. Rear Shoe (Not shown) 6. Drive belt cover 7. Planer drum (Not shown) 8. Adjustable front shoe 9. Material extractor port 10. Spanner 11. Chip Collection Bag
TABLE OF CONTENTS SPECIFICATIONS Page 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS.. Page 3 INTRODUCTION... Page 4 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.. Page 4 OPERATION.. Page 8 MAINTENANCE... Page 10 CONTENTS... Page 11 WARRANTY Page 12 3
INTRODUCTION Congratulations on purchasing an Ozito Palm Planer. We aim to provide quality tools at an affordable price. We hope you will enjoy using this tool for many years. Your Ozito Palm Planer OZPPL280WA has been designed for planing timber and is intended for DIY use only. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS! Warning! When using mains-powered equipment, basic safety precautions, including the following, should always be followed to reduce risk of fire, electric shock, personal injury and material damage. Read and understand the manual prior to operating this tool. Save these instructions and other documents supplied with this tool for future reference. ELECTRICAL SAFETY 4 The electric motor has been designed for 230V and 240V only. Always check that the power supply corresponds to the voltage on the rating plate. Note: The supply of 230V and 240V on Ozito tools are interchangeable for Australia and New Zealand. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by an electrician or a power tool repairer in order to avoid a hazard. Note: Double insulation does not take the place of normal safety precautions when operating this tool. The insulation system is for added protection against injury resulting from a possible electrical insulation failure within the tool. Using an Extension Lead Always use an approved extension lead suitable for the power input of this tool. Before use, inspect the extension lead for signs of damage, wear and ageing. Replace the extension lead if damaged or defective. When using an extension lead on a reel, always unwind the lead completely. Use of an extension lead not suitable for the power input of the tool or which is damaged or defective may result in a risk of fire and/or electric shock. It is recommended that the extension lead is a maximum of 25m in length. Do Not use multiple extension leads.
GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS! Warning! Read all instructions, Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. The term Power Tool in all of the warnings listed below refers to your mains operated (corded) power tool or battery operated (cordless) power tool. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 1) WORK AREA a) Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered and dark areas invite accidents. b) 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. c) Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control. 2) ELECTRICAL SAFETY a) Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock. b) 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. c) Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock. d) 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. e) 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. 3) PERSONAL SAFETY a) 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. b) Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Safety equipment such as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries. c) Avoid accidental starting. Ensure the switch is in the off position before plugging in. Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or plugging in power tools that have the switch on invites accidents. 5
GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (cont.) d) 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. e) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations. f) Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be caught in moving parts. g) If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used. Use of these devices can reduce dust related hazards. 4) POWER TOOL USE AND CARE a) 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. b) Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off. Any power tool that can not be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired. c) Disconnect the plug from the power source before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally. d) Store idle power tools, unplugged & 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. e) Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tools operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools. f) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control. g) Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc., in accordance with these instructions and in the manner intended for the particular type of power tool, taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the power tool for operations different from intended could result in a hazardous situation. 5) SERVICE a) 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. 6
ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR PLANERS! Warning! Use of this tool can generate dust containing chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Use appropriate respiratory protection. Recommendation for the use of a residual current device with a rated residual current device of 30mA or less for extra protection against electric shock. Read the instruction manual thoroughly before using this tool. Ensure the voltage agrees with specific data on the nameplate. Be sure to switch OFF immediately if the tool is jammed in work. Ensure the tool is disconnected from power source when cleaning or making adjustments to the tool. Ensure the tool is properly held and set for correct use before turning switch to ON. Be sure to use specified replacement parts only. Be sure to maintain tool with care. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories. Be sure to store tool in a clean dry place after disconnecting from power source. Keep air vents unobstructed for proper motor cooling. Wait for the cutter to stop before setting the tool down. An exposed cutter may engage the surface leading to possible loss of control and serious injury. DO NOT lay tool down on shoe when the blades are exposed. This can chip the blades. Never reach under the tool for any reason unless it is turned off and unplugged. BLADES ARE EXPOSED AND EXTREMELY SHARP. Use this tool for working with wood and wood products only. It is recommended that you operate your palm planer with two hands. Planer blades are extremely sharp Handle with great care.! CAUTION: Some wood contains preservatives such as copper chromium arsenate (CCA) which can be toxic. When sanding, drilling, or cutting these materials extra care should be taken to avoid inhalation and minimise skin contact. 7
TOOL OPERATION Switch ALWAYS PICK UP YOUR PALM PLANER BEFORE DEPRESSING THE SWITCH. The palm planer is started by first depressing the lock-off button (2) on the top of the handle and then depress the On/Off switch (3). The palm planer will not start unless the lock off button (2) is depressed. To turn the palm planer OFF, release On/Off switch (3). This tool is not designed for the On/Off switch to be locked in the ON position. Never jam the On/Off switch in the ON position. Adjusting Planing Depth! WARNING: TURN OFF AND UNPLUG PALM PLANER. Planing depth is infinitely variable from 0 to 0.6 mm. This is adjustable by rotating the depth of cut adjustment knob (1). As the knob is rotated clockwise from the 0 position the cutting depth will increase from 0 to a maximum of 0.6 mm. It is recommended that test cuts be made in scrap wood after each re-adjustment to make sure that the desired amount of wood is being removed by the palm planer. Several shallow passes will produce a smoother finish than one deep pass. Planing Ensure that the work piece is firmly secured. Adjust the palm planer to the desired depth of cut. Hold the rubber palm grip (4) firmly in one hand while holding the depth of cut adjusting knob (1) with your other hand. Place the front shoe (8) on the surface to be planed, making certain that the cutting blades are not touching the surface. Push down firmly on the rubber palm grip (4) of the palm planer so that the front shoe (8) is ABSOLUTELY FLAT on the work surface. Depress the lock off button (2) and then depress the On/Off switch (3). Allow the motor to reach full speed before beginning to plane. Move the tool slowly into the work and maintain downward pressure to keep the palm planer flat. Be particularly careful to keep the tool flat at the beginning and the end of the work surface. Planing Tip For a smoother appearance, fasten a piece of scrap wood to the end of the piece you are planing. Don t stop planing until the cutting blades of the planer are past your work piece and into the scrap material. 8 Edge Chamfering Your palm planer has a precision machined groove in the front shoe for planing along a corner of the wood. It is a good idea to try a scrap piece of wood before doing final pieces.
TOOL OPERATION (cont.) Dust Bag Regularly check and empty the dust bag for best results. Changing And Adjusting Blades For best results, keep the blades clean and replace when necessary. To Change Blades Before you make any adjustments, make sure the power cord has been disconnected from the electricity supply. The blades that come standard with the tool are 50mm TCT reversible, slither blades (D). The planer drum (7) is fitted with two separate blades; both must be reversed or replaced at the same time. Never replace only one blade. Loosen (do not remove) the hex head bolts (B) with the 8 mm spanner (10) provided. With the two hex head bolts (B) loose, push the old blade out of the blade block (F) with a screwdriver. The blades have two cutting edges on them. If this is the first time you are changing blades, you need only to turn the blades around to expose the fresh cutting edge, otherwise you will have to replace the blades. Install the new or reversed, blades by sliding the blades all the way back into the blade block (F) until the end of them is flush with the edge of the rear shoe. Securely tighten the two hex head bolts (B) (repeat for both blades). Fig. 1 B. Hex head bolts 7. Planer drum C. Allen key blade height adjuster screws D. TCT reversible slither blades F. Blade block E. Blade Plate Fitting The Material Collection Bag Secure the plastic sleeve on the end of the material collection bag (11) on to the material extractor port (9) on the side of the palm planer. Changing The Drive Belt Remove the two screws on the drive belt cover (6) and remove the cover. Remove the broken or damaged belt. Place the new drive belt onto the smallest drive pulley first and while turning the planer drum (7) anti-clockwise slip the new belt onto the larger planer drum (7) drive pulley until the belt is fully located over all of the pulley drive grooves. 9
MAINTENANCE After each use, blow air through the tool housing to ensure it is free from all dust particles that may build up. Build up of dust particles may cause the tool to overheat and fail. If the housing of the tool requires cleaning do not use solvents but a moist soft cloth only. Never let any liquid get inside the tool; never immerse any part of the tool into a liquid. When the carbon brushes wear out the tool will spark and/or stop. The brushes are a consumable component of the tool and should be replaced prior to the carbon wearing out fully. Brushes will wear out after many uses but before they do take the tool to a power tool repairer for quick and low cost replacement. Always replace both brushes at the same time. Note: Ozito Industries will not be responsible for any damage or injuries caused by the repair of the tool by an unauthorised person or by mishandling of the tool. DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS V Volts Hz Hertz ~ Alternating current W Watts /min Revolutions or reciprocation per minute no No load speed Double insulated Regulator compliance mark CARING FOR THE ENVIRONMENT Power tools that are no longer usable should not be disposed of with household waste but in an environmentally friendly way. Please recycle where facilities exist. Check with your local council authority for recycling advice. 10 Recycling packaging reduces the need for landfill and raw materials. Reuse of recycled material decreases pollution in the environment. Please recycle packaging where facilities exist. Check with your local council authority for recycling advice.
CONTENTS 1 x Palm Planer OZPPL280WA 1 x Material collection bag 2 x TCT Blades (fitted) 1 x 8mm Spanner 1 x Operation manual OZITO INDUSTRIES PTY LTD AUSTRALIA (Head Office) 1-23 Letcon Drive, Bangholme Victoria, Australia, 3175 Telephone: 1800 069 486 Website: www.ozito.com.au Email: enquiries@ozito.com.au 11
WARRANTY THIS WARRANTY FORM AND CONFIRMED BUNNINGS REGISTER RECEIPT SHOULD BE RETAINED BY THE CUSTOMER AT ALL TIMES The warranty is only made available by returning the product to your nearest Bunnings Warehouse with a confirmed Bunnings register receipt. YOUR WARRANTY FORM SHOULD BE RETAINED BY YOU AT ALL TIMES. SHOULD YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS PRIOR TO RETURNING YOUR PRODUCT FOR WARRANTY OR REPAIR PLEASE TELEPHONE OUR CUSTOMER SERVICE HELPLINE: Australia 1800 069 486 New Zealand 0508 069 486 TO ENSURE A SPEEDY RESPONSE PLEASE HAVE THE MODEL NUMBER AND DATE OF PURCHASE AVAILABLE. AN OZITO CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE WILL TAKE YOUR CALL AND ANSWER ANY QUESTIONS YOU MAY HAVE RELATING TO THE WARRANTY POLICY OR PROCEDURE. PURCHASED FROM: DATE PURCHASED: 3 YEAR REPLACEMENT WARRANTY Your Ozito tool is guaranteed for a period of 36 months from the original date of purchase and is intended for DIY (Do it yourself) use only. WARNING The following actions will result in the warranty being void. Professional, Industrial or high frequency use. If the tool has been operated on a supply voltage other than that specified on the tool. If the tool shows signs of damage or defects caused by or resulting from abuse, accidents or alterations. If the tool is disassembled or tampered with in any way. Note: Warranty excludes consumable parts such as brushes, batteries, sanding pads, blades, discs, drill bits, collets, drive belts and other accessories.