25-130H Manual - Highland Woodworking
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1. 3 Once the brush has been removed inspect the carbon the spring and the wire 4 If the carbon of either brush is worn down to 1 4 or less both brushes should be replaced Also if the spring or wire are burned or damaged in any vvay both brushes should be replaced 5 After inspection or replacement of the brushes replace the brush holders 6 Plug in the power cable and safety key when you are ready to resume planing MAINTENANCE WARNING Turn the power switch OFF and disconnect the plug from the outlet prior to adjusting or maintaining the machine DO NOT attempt to repair or maintain the electrical components of the motor Contact a qualified service technician for this tvpe of maintenance 1 Before each use Check the power cord and plug for anv wear or damage Check for any loose screws or hardware Check the area to make sure it is clear of any misplaced tools lumber cleaning supplies etc that could hamper the safe operation of the planer 2 To avoid a build up of wood dust regularly clean all parts of the machine using a soft cloth brush or compressed air A general cleaning should be done after every use to avoid future problems and ensure the machine is in ready condition for the next time it is used WARNING If blowing sawdust wear proper eye pro tection to prevent debris from blowing into eyes 3 Check the knives to make sure that they are not loose from the cutterh2. 14 Never plane wood less than 7 long widths under 3 4 or material less than 3 16 thick 15 Never make planing cuts deeper than 1 8 Multiple cuts 1 16 or less produce better finish results 16 Make sure there are no loose knots nails staples dirt or foreign objects in the work piece to be surfaced 17 Use extra caution with large warped very small or awkward work pieces Joint warped boards flat before planing 18 Use extra supports roller stands saw horses tables etc for any work pieces large enough to tip when not held down to the table top surfaces 19 Surface wood in the same direction of the grain not across the grain Never plane end cuts or end grain 20 Plane only one work piece at a time Vary the feeding of the work pieces along the cutterhead center left right so that all of the knives get used and thus remain sharp longer 21 Never reach inside of a running machine and avoid awkward operations and hand positions where a sudden slip could cause fingers or a hand to move into the cutterhead 22 Do not clear a jammed work piece while the machine is running Stop the machine unplug it from the power source and then remove the jammed work piece Lowering the table may be necessary to dislodge the work piece 23 Keep your face and body to one side of the machine during use out of line with a possible kick back lumber caught in by the rotating cutternead and thrown back towards the operator 24 The us
3. as the cutterhead has been machined to automatically index and set the inserts in proper position for use When both sides of an insert are dull the insert can be easily removed and a new knife insert placed in the location To rotate or remove an knife insert 1 Unplug power cable put the switch to OFF and remove the safety key 2 Lower the upper frame motor housing to the lowest position near the planer bed by turning the handwheel 3 From the back of the planer remove the two dust chute knobs and take off dust chute FIG 10 4 Remove the belt guard by loosening 3 screws key 22 and 46 on the Parts Diagram page 18 then rotate the cutterhead pulley and belt by hand until the cutterhead is in place for you to change the cutter insert o Remove any savvdust from the head of the Star screvv then remove the screvv and cutter insert 6 VVhile the insert is removed clean any resin buildup or trapped dust from the insert and surfaces of the cutterhead with a suitable solvent A tooth brush works well for safe cleaning around the sharp inserts Using compressed air is also useful Be sure to wear safetv glasses if compressed air is used NOTE Anv accumulated dust or resin buildup can affect the seating of the insert in the cutterhead raise it and can make noticeable marks on vour workpieces the next time vou plane 7 Lubricate the Star screw threads with a light machine oil wipe the excess oll off the threads 8 Install a new
4. should be the same as indicated on the scale 4 If out of adjustment loosen the two screws holding the scale indicator and adjust the scale indicator up or down to point to the correct setting on the scale 5 Retighten the two scale indicator screws securely 11 OPERATION This machine is intended for surface thickness planing of natural solid woods to a desired thickness while creating a smooth level surface Thickness of each cut will depend on type of wood hardwood versus soft wood width of vvorkpiece straightness dryness and grain composition VVhenever working with a new type of wood make thin test cuts on a scrap piece of wood first to determine potential problems with the work piece The permissible workpiece dimensions must be observed Anv other use not as specified including modification of the machine or use of parts not tested and approved by the equipment manufacturer can cause unforeseen damage PLANING Thickness planers work best if at least one side of the workpiece has a flat surface When both sides of a workpiece are rough use a surface planer or jointer first to define the initial flat surface Plane one side of the workpiece then flip the workpiece and plane the surface of the reverse side e Always plane both sides of a workpiece to reach the desired thickness This will leave the workpiece with uniform moisture to prevent warp during the drying process e When one end of the workpiece is thicke
5. 130H 95 P25 130H 96 P25 130H 97 P25 130H 98 P25 130H 99 P25 130H 100 P25 130H 101 P25 130H 116 P25 130H 117 P25 130H 118 P25 130H 119 P25 130H 121 P25 130H 122 P25 130H 123 P25 130H 125 P25 130H 128 P25 130H 129 P25 130H 130 P25 130H 131 P25 130H 132 P25 130H 133 P25 130H 134 P25 130H 135 P25 130H 136 P25 130H 137 P25 130H 138 P25 130H 139 P25 130H 140 P25 130H 141 P25 130H 142 P25 130H 143 P25 130H 144 P25 130H 145 P25 130H 146 P25 130H 147 P25 130H 148 P25 130H 149 P25 130H 155 P25 130H 162 P25 130H 163 P25 130H 164 P25 130H 191 P25 130H 195 P25 130H 198 P25 130H 202 P25 130H 203 P25 130H 206 P25 130H 207 P25 130H 208 P25 130H 209 P25 130H 600 160 MOTOR ASSEMBLV 168 PARTS DIAGRAM N O O NOTE Please reference the Part Number vvhen calling for Replacement Parts For Parts under VVarranty the Serial Number of your machine is required PARTS LIST 161 0 9 96 L HOE Ll G d V6lL HOEL G d 6 L HOE Ll G dd OL HOE ged O6 L HOE I gedi 68 L HOE Ll G d 88 L HOE gedi 218 l HOE Ll G d G8 L HOE V ged v8 Ll HOE L G d 8 L HOE Ll Gc d CB L HOE ged L8 L HOE L Gcd 08 L HOE L Gcd ON 14MVd p nb SI uiyoew JNOA JO JOQLUNN Jenas y AJUBJJEM 4 pun Sed 104 SUB JUSWS9ejdox JO uljjeo UBUM JOQUINN Hed v SB L J LON 811 0 9 Y USEM YOO 16 2 HO I GZd LOSZ WWO8 OMVPLHGLOL m
6. designed f you have any questions about its application do not use the tool until you have contacted us and vve have advised you SAFETY SYMBOLS serious injury injury moderate injury SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL Indicates DANGER WARNING or CAUTION This symbol may be used n conjunction with other symbols or pictographs Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in minor or NOTICE Shown without Safety Alert Symbol indicates a situation that may result in property damage GENERAL SAFETY KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL Read the owner s manual carefully Learn the tool s applications work capabilities and its specific potential hazards BEFORE USING YOUR MACHINE To avoid serious injury and damage to the tool read and follow all of the Safety and Operating Instructions before operating the machine 1 Some dust created by using power tools contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Some examples of these chemicals are Lead from lead based paints e Crystalline silica from bricks cement and other e masonry products e Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber Your risk from these exposures varies depending o
7. explanation of the complaint must be provided The Seller reserves the right to effect at anv time without prior notice those alterations to parts fittings and accessory equipment vvhich they may deem necessary for any reason whatsoever To take advantage of this warrantv please fill out the enclosed warrantv card and send it to RIKON Warrantv 16 Progress Rd Billerica MA 01821 The card must be entirelv completed in order for it to be valid If vou have anv questions please contact us at 877 884 5167 or warranty rikontools com 23 RIKON v lil POWER TOOLS gt YEAR WARRANTY For more information 16 Progress Road Billerica MA 01821 877 884 5167 978 528 5380 techsupport rikontools com 25 130HM2 www rikontools com
8. grounded vvhen installing or replacing a plug USE ONLY A 3 VVIRE EXTENSION CORD THAT HAS THE PROPER TYPE OF A 3 PRONG GROUNDING PLUG THAT MATCHES THE MACHINE S 3 PRONG PLUG AND ALSO THE 3 POLE RECEPTACLE THAT ACCEPTS THE TOOL PLUG REPLACE A DAMAGED OR WORN CORD IMMEDIATELY This tool is intended for use on a circuit that has an electrical receptacle as shown in FIGURE A It shows a 3 wire electrical plug and electrical receptacle that has a grounding conductor If a properly grounded electrcal receptacle is not available an adapter as shown in FIGURE B can be used to temporarily connect this plug to a 2 contact ungrounded receptacle The adapter has a rigid lug extending from it that MUST be connected to a permanent earth ground such as a properly grounded receptacle box THIS ADAPTER IS PROHIBITED IN CANADA EXTENSION CORDS dA WARNING THE USE OF AN EXTENSION CORD WITH THIS MACHINE IS NOT RECOMMENDED For best power and safety plug the machine directly into a dedicated grounded electrical outlet that is within the supplied cord length of the machine If and extension cord needs to be used it should only be for a limited operation of the machine The exten sion cord should be as short as possible in length and have a minimum gauge size of 14AWG dk WARNING Check extension cords before each use If damaged replace immediately Never use a tool with a damaged cord since touching the damaged area could caus
9. insert or rotate the old insert so that a new sharpened edge is in position The inserts have a indication mark on their top surface corner so that you can reference the positioning of the insert s dulled or sharpened edges When rotating a cutter insert it will seat itself back against the positioning bar during tighten ing Install the Star screw and torque it down to 48 50 inch pounds Inserts have 2 sharp edges 2 flat edges See FIG 11 9 Onceall insert changes have been made put the planer parts back together bv reversing steps 2 4 above 10 Plug in the power cord and safetv kev when vou are readv to resume planing BELT GUARD DUST CHUTE USE T25 STAR VVRENCH TO LOOSEN SCREVV TO CHANGE INSERTS MAINTENANCE POSITIONING BAR SHARP EDGE S STAR SCREW INDICATOR MARK ROTATE INSERT TO INSTALL A NEW SHARPENED EDGE A WARNING THE MACHINE MUST NOT BE PLUGGED IN AND THE POWER SWITCH MUST BE IN THE OFF POSITION UNTIL ADJUSTMENTS ARE COMPLETE BRUSH REPLACEMENT Brush life will varv depending on the load placed on the motor The brushes should be inspected everv 10 15 hours of use To inspect the brushes 1 Unplug power cable put the switch to OFF and remove the safetv kev 2 Remove the two Brush Holders One is located on the front right of the motor housing FIG 12 the other is located in the same position on the rear of the motor assembiv The brush holders can be removed using a flat head screwdriver
10. or less 3 Rotate insert knives to new sharp edges Planed surface is glossy 1 Cutting depth is too shallow 2 Knives are dull 1 Increase depth of cut slightly 2 Rotate insert knives to new sharp edges For parts or technical questions contact techsupport rikontools com or 877 884 5167 17 PARTS DIAGRAM 2 3 N SE 9 0 elinin IN S AAAS b T 4 ch 9 2 Li 136 4 BS Xn JAN 163 3 88 2 100 600 R13MAS p snb l SI JNOA JO JOQUINN euas y AJUBJIEM JOPUN SJJE4 104 SHE4 JU9SWSDEjd9 40 Buljjeo UBUM JOQUNN 1Ed S J9JNJOBJNUEJA SL jd ALON PARTS LIST KEY NO DESCRIPTION PART NO 1 Top cover P25 130H 1 2 Hex socket button screw M xP1 0x6L P25 130H 2 2 1 Hex socket button screw M6xP1 0x10L P25 130H 2 1 3 Retainer bearing for top cover P25 130H 3 4 Elevation nut 19 85mm P25 130H 4 6 Upper frame P25 130H 6 7 Left side panel P25 130H 7 8 Right side panel P25 130H 8 9 Knob P25 130H 9 10 Handwheel P25 130H 10 10 1 Screw with washer M5XP0 8X20L P25 130H 10 1 11 Knob P25 130H 11 11 1 Hex socket cap screw MSXP0 8X10L P25 130H 11 1 13 Idler P25 130H 13 14 Idler shaft P25 130H 14 15 Threaded screw post P25 130H 15 16 Bevel gear P25 130H 16 17 Bushing P25 130H 17 19 Base P25 130H 19 20 Hex wrench 4mmx100mm P25 130H 20 21 Star wrench T25 5mm P25 130H 21 22 Belt guard
11. tool Wear oil resistant rubber soled shoes Keep floor clear of debris grease and wax 20 MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE Always keep tools clean and in good working order Keep all blades and tool bits sharp dress grinding wheels and change other abrasive accessories when worn 21 EACH AND EVERY TIME CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS PRIOR TO USING THE TOOL Carefully check all guards to see that they operate properly are not dam aged and perform their intended functions Check for alignment binding or breaking of moving parts A guard or other part that is damaged should be immediately repaired or replaced 22 DO NOT OPERATE TOOL WHILE TIRED OR UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF DRUGS MEDICATION OR ALCOHOL 23 SECURE ALL WORK Use clamps or jigs to secure the work piece This is safer than attempting to hold the work piece with your hands 24 STAY ALERT WATCH WHAT YOU ARE DOING AND USE COMMON SENSE WHEN OPERATING A POWER TOOL A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury 25 ALWAYS WEAR A DUST MASK TO PREVENT INHALING DANGEROUS DUST OR AIRBORNE PARTICLES including wood dust crystalline silica dust and asbestos dust Direct particles away from face and body Always operate tool in well ventilated area and provide for proper dust removal Use dust collection system wherever possible Exposure to the dust may cause serious and permanent respiratory or other injury including silicosis a seriou
12. 25 130H POVVER TOOLS 13 Thickness Planer with Helical Style Cutterhead P ae q 262149 Operator s Manual Record the serial number and date of purchase in your manual for future reference Serial Number Date of purchase For technical support or parts questions email techsupport rikontools com or call toll free at 877 884 5167 25 130HM2 www rikontools com TABLE OF CONTENTS SD ESCITICATONS b d anlay alanla yd bala teense 2 Safety insir ctiO05 aaa ni A A DI a l l a at nd aa 3 6 Gewling lo KNOW YOUR WACKING ba t adlan 7 7 8 MES TE ETT 8 ece O b UM 9 i 6 INKELLA 10 11 ICV AO a ET A A 12 13 Mainlenmanee z Da a so 14 16 Electricals amp Wining Diagram s uieidecevecheerwsdodioxvsvetdenidehiteuiendsueddesdamwiesddootdvedecetesbiveudeeweees 5 amp 16 PFOUDICSNOOUING iksi iet kin inhi ta itini a 17 Pants Diagrams be Parts LISTS b dal a anina 18 21 ela y dA ba la 22 22 emma aa Da es aaa 23 Model No 25 130H Motor Amps 15 Volts 115V 60 Hz Motor Speed No Load 22 000 RPM Cutterhead Diameter 2 Speed 10 000 RPM Number of HSS Inserts 2 Sided Number of Insert Rovvs Maximum Depth of Cut Maximum Cutting VVidth Maximum Cutting De
13. 9 121 122 123 125 128 129 130 131 132 133 134 135 136 137 138 139 140 141 142 143 144 145 146 147 148 149 155 162 163 164 191 195 198 202 203 206 207 208 209 600 DESCRIPTION Depth gauge Screw M5xaL Star lock washer M5 Gear Box C ring STW15 Chain wheel 8 tooth 215 Chain 410 26 Spring Block bearing Outfeed roller Spring Plate retainer Hex socket cap screw 8 101 Infeed roller Gear box cover Gear 12T Screw with washer M5XP0 8X10L Rail guide Plate wear Extension table Washer 5 3x 12x1 5 Washer 25 3x0216x1 5t Ball bearing 6001zz Turning shaft Scale Spacer 010 5 018 121 Step block Step block pin Hex nut M6XP1 0 Spring Steel ball Pivot rod Adjusting screw Hex Nut Spring plate Pan hd screw w washer M5XP0 8X10L Hex screw M6XP1 0X25L Hex nut M6XP1 0 Ball bearing 6000zz Washer O4 2xO15x2t Hex socket cap screw M4XP0 7X12L Chain 410 24 Chain 410 116 Hex socket button screw M5XP0 8X25L Hex socket cap screw 8 16 C ring STW12 Washer 010 3 018 11 Hex socket button screw M5xP0 8x12L 05 3 08 11 219 8x 223 5x0 8t Spring vvasher VVasher Logo label Specification label Side plate Repeat cut label Safety vvarning label Bushing VVasher Spring Bevel gear Motor assembly PART NO P25 130H 79 P25 130H 87 P25 130H 88 P25 130H 89 P25 130H 90 P25 130H 91 P25 130H 92 P25 130H 93 P25 130H 94 P25
14. 961 9 L HO L SZA WWZLXGWI M S YOO AN 6 6 L HOEL SZA CEMLY DUIH 9 66 vLL HOEL SZd BUISNOUJOJOW Z6L E LL HOEL GCd J9AO9 ysn g 06 CLL HOEL SZd SSOL usnig 681 LLL HOE L SZd Jepjoy Usnig 881 0ZL HOEL SZd NOZL qw sse 10 2JS 281 89L HOEL SZd PIN m s del 90 Z91L HO l SZd J A09 DHSBidq 7981 99L HOE L SZA NOZ Alquiesse 0104 681 GOL HOEL SZd 8111029 bule q eg 28 9L HOE GZd JOYSEM YOOl L l LOL HOEL S Ed 1e 1 JOAOD JOJON 084 09L HOEL SZd NOlLdliMdoS4dq ON AA ON 14MVd A IHGIN4SSV WWOCXZ PN 8 821 GN 4 USEM UJOO 221 YS WWOOE DAV 29101 M DUIPUNOJO 921 UUUUQXGIN dej G L uid JOJON 7 UJJIMS 611 A y Ayayes YAMS ZL lpped uoHAS 21 V020 V YOZ 10jo9jo1d e9993 044 M S 991 291 xoq 40 991 WWOZXGIN 591104 pe y ued G l Hexgx g JBUSEM 09 7 6d9 OTVH ulusnq po amod 191 J9MO4 09 141 59340 ON Ad 21 ACCESSORIES ADDITIONAL PLANER ACCESSORIES For addtional accessories for use with the 25 130H thickness planer contact vour local RIKON distributor or visit the RIKON website at www rikontools com There vou will find Dust Collectors Dust 25 499 HSS INSERT CUTTERS Pack of 10 Hose Stands Mobile Bases and other vvith 2 pre sharpened edges parts and accessories for the RIKON 25 499C CARBIDE INSERT CUTTERS PK 10 machiner
15. P25 130H 22 25 Pointer P25 130H 25 26 Block guard P25 130H 26 27 Cutterhead pulley P25 130H 27 28 Plate P25 130H 28 32 Handwheel bracket P25 130H 32 33 Chain wheel P25 130H 33 34 Dust port assembly P25 130H 34 36 Dust port ABS P25 130H 36 37 Dust port cover ABS P25 130H 37 38 Special vvasher 12 5x 25 8x2t P25 130H 38 41 Knob P25 130H 41 43 Hex socket button screw M6xP1 0x12L 25 130 43 44 Washer 6 5x 20x2t P25 130H 44 45 Drive rod P25 130H 45 46 Phillips screw M4XPO 7X10L OD 10 P25 130H 46 47 Screw M5XPO 8X8L P25 130H 47 48 Chip deflector P25 130H 48 49 Screw M5XP0 8X8L P25 130H 49 50 Screw M5xP0 8x10L OD 10 P25 130H 50 51 clamp GCL 5 16 S P25 130H 51 54 Washer 8 5x 18x2t P25 130H 54 55 Hex socket buttn screw M8xP1 25x20L P25 130H 55 61 Key x12L P25 130H 61 63 Retainer bearing P25 130H 63 65 Motor pulley P25 130H 65 66 V belt 13546 P25 130H 66 67 Hexnut M16XP2 0L H P25 130H 67 68 Ball bearing 6203ZZ P25 130H 68 69 Cutter insert 2 edges P25 130H 69 70 Helical cutterhead P25 130H 70 71 Star screvv M5xP0 8x9 6L P25 130H 71 72 nut M10x14xP1 5 P25 130H 72 73 Thickness adjusting rod P25 130H 73 74 nut M5XP0 8 P25 130H 74 75 Adjust screw M5XP0 8X25L P25 130H 75 76 Screw M5XPO 8X6L P25 130H 76 77 Phillips button screw M3XP0 5X22L P25 130H 77 78 Hex socket button screw M5xP0 8x12L P25 130H 78 19 KEY NO 79 7 88 89 90 91 92 93 94 95 96 97 98 99 100 101 116 117 118 11
16. SI 01 1 Safety Requirements for Woodworking Machines and the U S Department of Labor regulations www osha gov 28 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Refer to them frequently and use them to instruct others SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ELECTRICAL SAFETY dk WARNING THIS TOOL MUST BE GROUNDED WHILE IN USE TO PROTECT THE OPERATOR FROM ELECTRIC SHOCK IN THE EVENT OF A MALFUNCTION OR BREAKDOWN grounding provides the path of least resistance for electric current and reduces the risk of electric shock This tool is equlpped with an electric cord that has an equipment grounding conductor and requires a grounding plug not included The plug MUST be plugged into a matching elec trical receptacle that is properlv installed and grounded in accordance with ALL local codes and ordinances DO NOT MODIFY ANY PLUG If it will not fit the electrical receptacle have the proper electrical receptacle installed by a qualified electrician IMPROPER ELECTRICAL CONNECTION of the equipment grounding conductor can result in risk of electric shock The conductor vvith the green insulation with or without yellovv stripes is the equipment ground ing conductor DO NOT connect the equipment grounding conductor to a live terminal if repair or replacement of the electric cord or plug is necessary CHECK vvith a qualified electrician or service personnel if you do not completely understand the grounding instructions or if you are not sure the tool is properly
17. TE The 25 130H Planer requires minimal as TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY sembly and therefore the machine can be mounted to a stand workbench or on a piece of plywood for portability and storage before assembling of the parts begins To check and adjust the Straightedge or level extension tables level to the planer table ASSEMBLY INSTALLING THE HANDWHEEL KNOB for Height Setting of the Thickness Table 1 Remove the depth adiustment handvvheel by loosening the screvv A vvith the supplied 4mm hex vvrench FIG 1 2 Install the knob B onto the handvvheel with the supplied screw C 3 Re attach the handvvheel to the planer side and tighten it back in place with the screw A INSTALLING THE DUST PORT 1 From the back of the machine locate the dust port on the cutterhead assembiv Remove the knobs A by turning each counterclockvvise FIG 2 2 Align the dust port over the holes on the top of the cutterhead assembiy and replace the dust port knobs by turning them clockvvise To minimize savvdust accumulation on your vvork plece attach either a 2 1 2 in or a 4 in vacuum hose to the dust port end NOTE The dust chute cap is reversible for this purpose Depending on vvhat size vacuum hose is used the dust cap can be moved from one end of the dust port to the other to close the opposite end hole DUST PORT FIG 2 ADJUSTMENTS LEVELING THE TABLE EXTENSIONS 1 The infeed and outfeed table
18. d 1 Check circuit fuse rating and amps of the motor Install CORRECT rated breaker fuse 2 Take lighter cuts in planing lumber 3 No extension cord or use higher gauge Planer feed rate and cutting is not consistent 1 Chips resin and dust build up on the planer tables and parts 1 Unplug planer from the power source and clean the planer parts Planed lumber thickness does not match the thick ness scale indicator 1 Indicator scale is not set correctly 1 Adjust thickness scale indicator Small raised lines are running along the surface 1 Knives are nicked or broken 1 Rotate insert knives to new sharp edges Snipe on board ends NOTE Snipe can be reduced but not fully eliminated 1 Lumber not supported when fed into or exiting the planer 2 Short boards not butted 1 Support long boards with roller stands 2 Run boards butt end to end through the planer Planed surface is torn 1 Cutting against the grain 2 Cut is too deep 3 Knives are dull 1 Cut with the grain For figured woods take shallow cuts to minimize tear out 2 Reduce cutting depth to 1 16 or less 3 Rotate insert knives to new sharp edges Planed surface grain is rough raised or fuzzy 1 Lumber has a high moisture content 2 Cut is too deep 3 Knives are dull 1 Reduce the moisture content by drying it or plane other properly seasoned lumber 2 Reduce cutting depth to 1 16
19. driver Storage Case empty for Inserts Dust Chute Cap Manual amp Warranty Card not shown INSTALLATION MOVING amp INSTALLING THE PLANER For portability and secure clamping of the planer to a workbench the planer can be first permanently bolted to a piece of plywood Then the planer can be h CAUTION When moving the planer only positioned on your workbench or other solid surface use the carry handles that are located on the and the plywood can be clamped in place to secure side of the planer DO NOT carry or move it using the planer for use After use the plywood can be the infeed and outfeed extensions dust chute or unclamped and the planer stored away for future use handwheel A B C D E F G H l 2 When positioning the machine on a solid level bench that is located in an area that ample space 1 The machine should be firmly bolted to a stand in front and in back of the planer for the moving of workbench to avoid any movement of the machine lumber to be milled Align the machine so that during during use The planer s base has holes in each of use any kickback will not face aisles doorways or the four corners for this purpose hardware is not other work areas that bystanders may be in Do not included locate or use the machine in damp or wet conditions A WARNING THE MACHINE MUST NOT BE PLUGGED IN AND THE POWER SWITCH MUST BE IN THE OFF POSITION UNTIL ASSEMBLY IS COMPLETE NO
20. e electrical shock resulting in serious injury Use a proper extension cord Only use cords listed by Underwriters Laboratories UL Other extension cords can cause a drop in line voltage resulting in a loss of power and overheating of tool When operating a power tool out doors use an outdoor extension cord marked VV A or VV These cords are rated for outdoor use and reduce the risk of electric shock MINIMUM RECOMMENDED GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS AWG 120 VOLT OPERATION ONLY 25 LONG SU LONG 100 LONG 150 LONG 18 AWG 16AWG 16AWG 14 AWG 12 AWG 12 AWG Oto 6 Amps 18 AWG 16 AWG 16 AWG 16 AWG 14 AWG 14 AWG 6 to 10 Amps 10 to 12 Amps il WARNING Keep the extension cord clear of the working area Position the cord so that it will not get caught on lumber tools or other obstructions while you are working with your power tool Canadian electrical codes require extension cords to be certified SJT type or better The use of an adapter in Canada is not acceptable SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR PLANERS This machine is intended for the surfacing of natural solid woods The permissible workpiece dimensions must be observed see Technical Specifications Anv other use not as specified including modification of the machine or use of parts not tested and approved by the equipment manufacturer can cause unforeseen damage and invalidate
21. e of any accessories or attachments not recommended may cause injury to you and damage your machine 25 Sharpen or replace dull or chipped knives immediately as injury to the user or the machine may result 26 Replacement knives inserts should be from or through a source recommended by the manufacturer 2 Remove material or debris from the work area Keep work area neat and clean This owner s manual is not a teaching aid and is intended to show assembly adjustments and general use CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING Some dust created by power sanding sawing grinding drilling and other construction activities contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm Your risk from exposure to these chemicals varies depending on how often you do this type of work To reduce your exposure work in a well ventilated area and with approved safety equipment such as dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles For more detailed information about California Proposition 65 log onto rikontools com GETTING TO KNOW YOUR MACHINE On Off Safety Switch with Reset Button Depth Gauge Infeed Extension Table Thickness Scale Repeat Cut Indicator Thickness Adjusting Handwheel Lifting Handle Flat Top for Stock Returning Uu pr Outfeed Extension Table Planer Table Dust Chute with End Cover Tool Storage Holders Motor am
22. ead dull or nicked Making sure that they are in proper operating condition will ensure that the quality of your surfaced lumber will be the best possible 4 Clean and lubricate any moving parts regularly with a few drops of penetrating oil and lubricated with a light coating of medium weight machine oil Cutter head ball bearings are lifetime lubricated sealed and do not need any further care Keep the drive belts free of oil and grease 5 Clean the planer bed columns on a regular basis to prevent the build up of wood chips and dust Treat the posts with a dry lubricant spray Do not use ordi nary oil which will collect dust and hamper the opera tion of the machine 6 Keep the planer tables free of resin and rust Clean them regularly with a non flammable solvent then coat with a light film of dry lubricant spray or quality paste wax to enhance the passage of work pieces on over the planer table and extensions WARNING When cleaning or working on the tables avoid the risk of personal injury by cuts that may result from touching the knife inserts sharp edges Raise the planer table to its maximum up thickness position so that there is ample distance between the table and the cutterhead s sharp inserts for your safety 7 Clean the feed rollers with a soft rag and non flammable tar and pitch remover if there is resin build up Be careful to keep hands away from the sharp cutterhead knife inserts Do not apply any lub
23. extensions are attached to the planer Shipped in a folded upright position the table extensions must be in the down position before planing can begin For accurate planing the table extensions must be level with the planer table NOTE For optimum performance alwavs check to make sure that the table extensions are level before begin ning planing operations To level 1 Place a straight edge or level across both the planer table and the table extensions Check to see if the extensions are level with the planer table FIG 3 2 f an adjustment is necessary lift each table extension and loosen the two lock nuts that are located under the table on each side Adjust the two stop screws until the extension table is level with the planer table 3 Press down on the table extension to ensure that the table extension is properlv seated 4 Tighten the lock nuts securelv when the leveling adjustments are complete Do this adjustment on both extension tables LOCK NUT amp STOP SCREW ADJUSTING THE DEPTH OF PLANING The depth gauge indicates the amount of wood being removed in a planing pass The workpiece must be positioned under the depth gauge on the front of the planer FIG 4 Each full revolution of the handle will raise or lower the cutterhead by 1 16 in 1 58MM Never make a planing cut deeper than 1 6 in 8mm for material up to 6 in 152mm wide 1 16 in 1 6mm for material 6 13 in 830mm wide CAUTION DO NOT c
24. ing operations and pull the operator into the moving parts The user must wear a protective cover on their hair if the hair is long to prevent it from contacting any moving parts 10 CHILDPROOF THE WORKSHOP AREA by removing switch keys unplugging tools from the electrical receptacles and using padlocks 11 ALWAYS UNPLUG THE TOOL FROM THE ELECTRICAL RECEPTACLE when making adjust ments changing parts or performing any maintenance SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 12 KEEP PROTECTIVE GUARDS IN PLACE AND IN VVORKING ORDER 13 AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING Make sure that the povver svvitch is in the OFF position before plugging in the povver cord to the electrical receptacle 14 REMOVE ALL MAINTENANCE TOOLS from the immediate area prior to turning ON the machine 15 USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES Use of incorrect or improper accessories could cause serious injury to the operator and cause damage to the tool If in doubt check the instruction manual that comes with that particular accessory 16 NEVER LEAVE A RUNNING TOOL UNATTENDED Turn the power switch to the OFF position DO NOT leave the tool until it has come to a complete stop 17 DO NOT STAND ON A TOOL Serious injury could result if the tool tips over or you accidentally contact the tool 18 DO NOT store anything above or near the tool where anyone might try to stand on the tool to reach it 19 MAINTAIN YOUR BALANCE DO NOT extend yourself over the
25. le to minimize snipe e Butting workpieces end to end as they are fed through the planer vvill minimize the problem for shorter pieces because it provides a more stable m feed through the vvhole cut 7 EE FEED For stock longer than 48 in 122cm greater care m eee ROLLER must be taken to reduce the problem The longer 5 vvorkpiece length means more vveight is unsup ported by the planer table and extensions causing the shifting weight to work against keeping the stock flat especiallv at the entry or exiting of the stock from the planer e To remove snipe from a finished workpiece cut off FIG 9 the end of the stock where snipe is noticeable WARPED WOOD Little or no warpage is the ideal condition for planing a workpiece Simply turn the workpiece over and plane it to the desired thickness Otherwise plane the top flat first turn the workpiece over and plane the bottom e Fora board that is cupped or bowed across its width the best method is to rip the board lengthwise down the middle and plane the pieces separately This method eliminates much of the waste in planing cupped or bowed workpieces The only way to remove the bow from a workpiece that is cupped or bowed down its length is to use a jointer e Avoid using severely warped wood as it can jam the planer If it must be used rip it in half before planing to help minimize the possibility of jamming If jamming does occur turn the switch
26. n how often you do this type of work To reduce your exposure to these chemicals work in a well ventilated area and work with approved safety equipment such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles 2 READ the entire Owner s Manual LEARN how to use the tool for its intended applications 3 GROUND ALL TOOLS If the tool is supplied with a 3 prong plug it must be plugged into a 3 contact electrical receptacle The 3rd prong is used to ground the tool and provide protection against accidental electric shock DO NOT remove the 3rd prong See Grounding Instructions on the following pages 4 AVOID A DANGEROUS WORKING ENVIRONMENT DO NOT use electrical tools in a damp environment or expose them to rain 5 DO NOT use electrical tools in the presence of flammable liquids or gasses 6 ALWAYS keep the work area clean well lit and organized DO NOT work in an environment with floor surfaces that are slippery from debris grease and wax 7 KEEP VISITORS AND CHILDREN AWAY DO NOT permit people to be in the immediate work area especially when the electrical tool is operating 8 DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL to perform an operation for which it was not designed It will do a safer and higher quality job by only performing operations for which the tool was intended 9 WEAR PROPER CLOTHING DO NOT wear loose clothing gloves neckties or jewelry These items can get caught in the machine dur
27. o not push the lumber once the infeed roller has been engaged Let the infeed roller move the workpiece into the planer at its own pace 2 To remove the workpiece from the machine position yourself offset to one side of the outfeed opening FIG 8 Do not pull the lumber as it exits the machine Let the out feed roller move the workpiece out of the planer at its own rate but support the lumber as it extends past the extension rollers OPERATION POWER SWITCH The planer is turned on by flipping the switch into the up position and it is turned off by flipping the switch in the down position This planer is also equipped with a special lockout toggle switch that prevents unauthorized use To prevent unauthorized use of the planer simply pull out the yellow key located on the face of the switch See illustration on page 7 e TURN ON THE PLANER Insert the switch key into the switch lift the switch to ON e TURN OFF THE PLANER Insert switch key into the switch push the switch back to OFF TO LOCK THE PLANER Place the switch in the OFF position Remove the switch key from the switch and keep it in a safe place until the planer is to be used again SNIPE Snipes or depressions made at either end of a vvorkpiece by cutter inserts can occur when the board is not properly supported Although snipe may be barely noticeable it is important to keep the workpiece parallel and flat vvith the planer tab
28. off and unplug the planer immediately Raise the cutterhead assembly high enough to remove the workpiece easily Carefully check to make sure no damage to the tool has occurred before making the next planing pass e Always feed the workpiece in the direction of the grain This allows the cutter blades to sever the wood fibers instead of tearing them Feeding against the grain can also cause the cutters to chip the workpiece DUST COLLECTION It is extremely important that a dust collection system is used with this planer to eliminate harmful airborne dust prevent the build up of chips that may jam the roller system in the cutterhead and to keep the working area clean of debris The planer is supplied with 4 and 2 1 2 dust ports for attaching your choice of hose to your vacuum system Make sure all connections are secure and your dust collector is turned on before any milling of lumber is done 13 MAINTENANCE WARNING THE MACHINE MUST NOT BE PLUGGED IN AND THE POWER SWITCH MUST BE IN THE OFF POSITION UNTIL ADJUSTMENTS ARE COMPLETE ROTATING OR REPLACING KNIFE INSERTS This machine has a cutterhead vvith 6 rovvs of High Speed Steel knife inserts Each of the 26 inserts on the cutterhead are indexed and have two sharpened sides If the knives become dull or one becomes nicked simply loosen the retaining screws with the supplied star head screwdriver lift up and rotate the inserts 90 to a new sharpened edge No setting is required
29. ontinuously use the planer at the maximum depth of cut 1 8 in 3mm as it will put excessive stress on the motor which will damage it ADJUSTMENTS REPLANING using the REPEAT CUT 1 Remove the screws to take off the handwheel 1 screw right side panel 4 screws and top cover 4 screws FIG 5 2 Lower the cutterhead assem biv until the stop screw stops on the step block 3 Plane a scrap piece of wood then measure the thickness of the finished piece It should be the same as the thickness scale and repeat cut indicator 4 lfan adjustment is neces sarv use a wrench to loosen the lock nut and adjust the stop screw to correct the height REPEAT CUT 5 Once the adjustment is Sr STEP BLOCK INDICATOR made retighten the lock nut and the stop screw securely AXWARNING THE MACHINE MUST NOT BE 6 Install the right side panel top cover and PLUGGED IN AND THE POWER SWITCH MUST BE IN THE OFF POSITION UNTIL ALL ADJUSTMENTS ARE COMPLETE THICKNESS SCALE ADJUSTMENT Located on the right front of the planer the thickness scale shows the depth of the finished workpiece Inaccurate cuts can be prevented by routinelv checking the THICKNESS alignment of the thickness scale 1 Table extensions must be level vvith planer table 2 Plane a scrap piece of vvood then measure the thickness of SCALE the finished piece INDICATOR amp SCREWS 3 If properly adjusted the thickness of the finished piece
30. p Cutterhead ET A l SEE PAGES 18 21 FOR THE PARTS DIAGRAMS AND PARTS LISTS CONTENTS OF PACKAGE Model 25 130H Planer is shipped complete in one box UNPACKING AND CLEAN UP 1 Carefully remove all contents from the shipping carton Compare the contents vvith the list of contents to make sure that all of the items are accounted for before discarding any packing material Place parts on a protected surface for easy identification and assembly If any parts are missing or broken please call RIKON Customer Service 877 884 5167 as soon as possible for replacements DO NOT turn your machine ON if any of these items are missing You may cause injury to yourself or damage to the machine 2 Report any shipping damage to your local distributor 3 Clean all rust protected surfaces with ordinary house hold type grease or spot remover Do not use gasoline paint thinner mineral spirits etc These may damage painted surfaces 4 Apply a coat of paste wax to the table to prevent rust Wipe all parts thoroughly with a clean dry cloth Be careful when reaching inside of the planer as the knives are sharp and may cause injury if touched 5 Set packing material and shipping carton aside Do not discard until the machine has been set up and is running properly 7 CONTENTS OF PACKAGE LIST OF LOOSE PARTS Planer Dust Hood amp Chute ON Off Svvitch Safety Key Lock Handvvheel Knob amp Screw Hex Wrench 4mm Star 125 Screw
31. pth Height Minimum Length of Stock Minimum Width of Stock 3 4 Minimum Thickness of Stock 3 16 Feed Speed SF MIN 26 SF MIN Table Size Length x Width 9 1 4 x 13 1 16 Extension Table Sizes 2 L x W 12 x 14 Dust Port O D 4 or 2 1 2 Diameter Dust Collection Minimum CFM 650 Noise Level No Load lt 100 dB Overall Height 17 5 16 Width 26 1 4 Depth 34 1 4 Base Size 13 1 4 x 22 Net Weight 73 Ibs Shipping Weight 77 165 Shipping Carton 26 x 15 3 4 x 20 3 4 Warrantv 5 Years NOTE The specifications photographs drawings and information in this manual represent the current model when the manual was prepared Changes and improvements mav be made at anv time with no obligation on the part of Rikon Power Tools Inc to modify previously delivered units Reasonable care has been taken to ensure that the information in this manual is correct to provide you with the guidelines for the proper safety assembly and operation of this machine 2 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANTI Safety is the single most important consideration in the operation of this equipment The following instructions must be follovved at all times Failure to follovv all instructions listed belovv may result in electric shock fire and or serious personal iniury There are certain applications for which this tool was designed We strongly recommend that this tool not be modified and or used for any other application other than that for vvhich it vvas
32. r than the opposite end by more than 1 8 in 8mm make several cuts with the planer starting with light planing cuts first light cuts create a finer finish than heavier cuts Do not plane a workpiece less than 3 16 inch 5mm thick Do not lower the cutterhead assembly lower than 3 16 inch 5mm Do not plane a workpiece less than 3 4 inch 19mm wide Do not plane workpiece shorter than 7 inch 177 6mm long Short boards should be planed end to end with other boards to prevent kick back and snipe e Boards longer than 24 should have additional support as they enter and exit the planer so that they do not tip up or down causing snipe on the ends Do not plane more than one workpiece at a time Run boards through the planer at different positions along the width of the bed to utilize all of the insert cutters along the length of the cutternead Planing only in the center or through one side of the planer will quickly dull the knives in that area e ALWAYS keep the cutter inserts sharp for best cutting results PLANER OPERATION Before turning on the planer review the safety precautions listed on pages 3 to 6 Make sure that you fully understand the features adjustments and capabilities of the machine that are outlined throughout this manual 1 To feed the workpiece into the machine assume proper operating position FIG 7 Stand offset to one side of the feed opening to avoid any kick back should it occur D
33. ricant to the rollers as they must grab the lumber to move it through the planer and so must not slip 8 Check the motor brushes every 10 15 hours of operation Install new brushes as necessary See page 11 for information on the process WIRING DIAGRAM AA WARNING This machine must be grounded Replacement of the power supply cable should only be done by a qualified electrician See page 5 for additional electrical information This tool is intended for use on a circuit that has a 120 volt electrical receptacle The illustration on page 5 shows the type of 120v 3 wire electrical plug and receptacle that has a grounding conductor that is required TROUBLESHOOT NG 4A WARNING FOR VOUR OWN SAFETV ALWAVS TURN OFF AND UNPLUG THE MACHINE BEFORE CARRVING OUT ANV TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS Planer will not start 1 No povver 2 Blown shop fuse 3 Main on off switch is not working or the safetv kev is not inserted 4 Motor failure 1 Check power source plug and wiring 2 Check fuse replace if it is blown 3 Check position of the switches Contact local dealer for repair or replacement 4 Inspect motor for failed components Contact Dealer for repair or replacement Shop s Circuit Breakers trip and or Fuses are blown 1 Wrong circuit size for machine 2 Motor is overloaded under strain from taking too heavy of cut 3 Use of a long extension cor
34. s lung disease cancer and death Avoid breathing the dust and avoid prolonged contact with dust Allowing dust to get into your mouth or eyes or lay on your skin may promote absorption of harmful material Always use properly fitting NIOSH OSHA approved respiratory protection appropriate for the dust exposure and wash exposed areas with soap and water 26 USE APROPER EXTENSION CORD IN GOOD CONDITION When using an extension cord be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw The table on the following page shows the cor rect size to use depending on cord length and nameplate amperage rating If in doubt use the next heavier gauge The smaller the gauge number the larger diameter of the extension cord If in doubt of the proper size of an exten sion cord use a shorter and thicker cord An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in a loss of power and overheating USE ONLY A 3 WIRE EXTENSION CORD THAT HAS A 3 PRONG GROUNDING PLUG AND A 3 POLE RECEPTACLE THAT ACCEPTS THE TOOL S PLUG 27 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION regarding the safe and proper operation of this product is available from Power Tool Institute 1300 Summer Avenue Cleveland OH 44115 2851 www powertoolinstitute org e National Safety Council 1121 Spring Lake Drive Itasca IL 60143 3201 VVVVVV nSC OTQ e American National Standards Institute 25 West 43rd Street 4th Floor New York NY 10036 www ansi org e AN
35. the warrantv ATTENTION Use of this planer still presents risks that cannot be eliminated bv the manufacturer Therefore the user must be aware that wood working machines are dangerous if not used with care and all safetv precautions are adhered to 1 Donotoperate this machine until vou have read all of the following instructions 2 Donotattempt to operate this machine until it is completelv assembled 3 Donotturn ON this machine if anv pieces are damaged or missing 4 This machine must be properly grounded 5 lfvou are not familiar with the operation of the machine obtain assistance from a qualified person 6 Alwavs wear approved safetv protective eve wear and hearing protection when operating this machine 7 Always wear a dust mask and use adequate dust collection and proper ventilation 8 Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry when operating this machine Keep long hair tied back 9 Always make sure the power switch is in the OFF position prior to plugging in the machine 10 Always make sure the power switch is in the OFF position and the machine is unplugged when doing any cleaning assembly setup operation or when not in use 11 Make sure all safety guards and hardware are securely tightened before operating the machine 12 Regularly check that the blades are locked tight in the cutterhead 13 Always keep hands and fingers away from the cutterhead chip exhaust opening feed rollers belts and pulleys to prevent injury
36. y in your shop with 2 pre sharpened edges NOTES Use this section to record maintenance service and any calis to Technical Support WARRANTV POWER TOOLS 5 Year Limited VVarranty RIKON Power Toolsdne Seller warrants to only the original retail consumer purchaser of our products that each product be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of five 5 years from the date the product was purchased atretail This warranty may not be transferred This warranty does not apply to defects due directly or indirectly to misuse abuse negligence accidents repairs alterations lack of maintenance or normal wear and tear Under no circumstances will Seller be liable for incidental or consequential damages resulting from defective products All other warranties expressed or implied whether of merchantability fitness for purpose or otherwise are expressly disclaimed by Seller This warranty does not cover prod cts used for commercial industrial or educational purposes This limited warranty does notapply to accessory items such as blades drill bits sanding discs grinding vvheels or belts and other related items Seller shall in no event be liable for death iniuries to persons or property or for incidental contingent special or consequential damages arising from the use of our products To take advantage of this vvarranty proof of purchase documentation which includes date of purchase and an
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