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MAINTENANCE
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury,
turn tool off and disconnect tool from power source before
making any adjustments or removing/installing attachments
or accessories.
Brush Change
U
Your planer is equipped with brush caps
(U) that are external to the motor. If your
brushes need to be replaced, begin by
acquiring a new set from a D
EWALT service
center or a dealer authorized to service
D
EWALT products. Use only identical
D
EWALT brushes.
TO REPLACE THE BRUSHES ON YOUR PLANER
1. Use the T-wrench to remove the
V
top cover and brush cover screen on the
planer.
2. Use a flathead screwdriver to unscrew
the brush cap located in the right, rear of
the unit (V).
3. Do the same for the brush cap located
on the side of the motor, inside the planer
cover.
4. Place the new brushes into the brush holders.
5. After installing the brushes, replace the top cover and brush cover
screen.
6. Before using the planer, run the unit for 10 minutes to seat new
brushes.
NOTE: If existing brushes do not need replacing, be sure to maintain
the same orientation when you reinstall them.
Calibrating the Depth Adjustment Scale
The depth adjustment scale (N) on your planer is set at the factory.
However, with extended use, the depth adjustment scale could show
an incorrect measurement.
To check the depth adjustment scale,
N
W
plane a piece of scrap wood, noting
the measurement on the depth
adjustment scale.
Measure the finished thickness of
the workpiece. If the thickness of the
workpiece does not match the reading
on the depth adjustment scale, loosen
the two screws (W) on the red indicator.
Adjust the pointer up or down until its
reading matches the finished thickness
of the workpiece. Securely re-tighten
the screws.
Base Maintenance
Keep the table clean and free from oil, grease, and pitch. Treat the
table with paste wax to help maintain its smooth finish.
Circuit Breaker Reset Button
Your planer is equipped with an 18 amp
X
circuit breaker. If your planer becomes
overloaded and stops operating, turn off the
planer, let the unit sit for 2 minutes and press
the reset button (X) before you resume
working.
WARNING: To prevent the planer from
starting unexpectedly if power is interrupted by
a circuit breaker trip, make sure the switch is in the OFF position before
restoring power.