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Figure 34. Table roller tolerances.
Figure 35. Measuring table roller height with a
feeler gauge.
Table Bed Rollers
The table bed rollers should be set last so they
stay out of the way during the other
adjustments. The required height of the table
bed rollers will vary depending on the type of
stock you intend to plane.
As a general rule, table bed roller height
should be between 0.002" and 0.006" above the
table (see
Figure 34). However, some stock
may have better results outside of these height
settings. Often, a small amount of trial-and-
error is required to find the best table roller
height for any particular stock. Rough stock
will plane better when the rollers are higher,
and smooth stock will have less snipe when the
rollers are lower.
To adjust the table bed roller height, do
these steps:
1. UNPLUG THE PLANER!
2.
Place a straightedge across the length of
the table as shown in
Figure 35.
3. Use a feeler gauge to measure the gap
between the table surface and the
straightedge, and adjust the table bed
rollers by loosening the setscrews and then
turning the eccentric to reach the needed
roller height. The gap between the
straightedge and the table should be even
on both sides of the rollers. See
Figure 36.
Figure 36. Table rollers and setscrews.
Table Bed
Roller
Table Bed
Rollers
Eccentric
ADJUSTMENTS
NOTICE
For super accurate setup, consider purchasing
a Rotacator
®
. This handy tool allows you to
adjust the feed table rollers to an accuracy
within 0.001" every time. Refer to
Planer
Accessories
on Pages 34 and 35 for more
details.
Setscrew