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Shiplapping (Fig. 12, 13, 14 & 15)
To make a stepped cut as shown in Fig. 12, use the edge
fence.
Draw a cutting line on the workpiece. Insert the edge
fence into the hole in the front of the tool. Align the blade
edge with the cutting line.
Adjust the edge fence until it comes in contact with the
side of the workpiece, then secure it by tightening the
screw.
You may wish to add to the length of the fence by attach-
ing an extra piece of wood. Convenient holes are pro-
vided in the fence for this purpose.
NOTE:
When planing, move the tool with the edge fence flush
with the side of the workpiece. Otherwise uneven planing
may result. Max. shiplapping depth is 20 mm.
Chamfering (Fig. 16, 17 & 18)
To make a cut as shown in Fig. 16, align the “V” groove in
the front base with the edge of the workpiece and plane it
as shown in the Fig. 18.
Sharpening planer blades (Fig. 19, 20 & 21)
For standard blades only
Always keep your blades sharp for the best performance
possible. Use the sharpening holder to remove nicks and
produce a fine edge.
First, loosen the two wing nuts on the holder and insert
the blades (A) and (B), so that they contact the sides (C)
and (D). Then tighten the wing nuts.
Immerse the dressing stone in water for 2 or 3 minutes
before sharpening. Hold the holder so that the blades
both contact the dressing stone for simultaneous sharp-
ening at the same angle.
Connecting a vacuum cleaner
For tool with European type (round) chip cover
(Fig. 22 & 23)
When you wish to perform clean planing operation, con-
nect a Makita vacuum cleaner to your tool as shown in
Fig. 23.
For tool with standard (non-round) chip cover
(Fig. 24)
Any Makita vacuum cleaner cannot be connected to the
tool with the standard (non-round) chip cover.
MAINTENANCE
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
unplugged before carrying out any work on the machine.
Replacement of carbon brushes (Fig. 25, 26 & 27)
Replace carbon brushes when they are worn down to the
limit mark. First, remove the chip cover and then replace
the carbon brushes. Both identical carbon brushes
should be replaced at the same time.
To maintain product safety and reliability, repairs, mainte-
nance or adjustment should be carried out by Makita
Authorized Service Center.
ACCESSORIES
CAUTION:
These accessories or attachments are recommended for
use with your Makita tool specified in this manual. The
use of any other accessories or attachments might
present a risk of injury to persons. Only use accessory or
attachment for its stated purpose.
If you need any assistance for more details regarding
these accessories, ask your local Makita service center.
• Planer blade (2 per pkg.)
• Tungsten carbide tipped mini planer blade (2 per pkg.)
• Sharpening holder assembly
• Dressing stone
• Blade gauge assembly
• Socket wrench
• Edge fence (guide rule)
• Dust bag assembly
• Planer stand
