Extension Cords; Troubleshooting - Skil PL201201 Manual Del Propietário

Cleaning
WARNING
Ventilation openings and switch levers must be kept clean and free of foreign matter. Do not
attempt to clean by inserting pointed objects through openings.
WARNING
ammonia and house hold detergents that contain ammonia.
Storage
Store the tool indoors in a place that is inaccessible to children. Keep away from corrosive
agents.

Extension Cords

WARNING
tool must be used . This will prevent excessive voltage drop, loss of power or
overheating . Grounded tools must use 3-wire extension cords that have 3-prong plugs
and receptacles .
NOTICE: The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord.
RECOMMENDED SIZES OF EXTENSION CORDS 120 VOLT
ALTERNATING CURRENT TOOLS
Tool's Ampere Rating
3-6
6-8
8-10
10-12
12-16

TROUBLESHOOTING

Problem
The motor does not start. 1. The tool is not connected to a
Planer does not plane
properly.
The motor is overheating. Cooling vents may be obstructed
The tool may be cleaned most effectively with compressed dry air. Always
wear safety goggles when cleaning tools with compressed air .
Certain cleaning agents and solvents damage plastic parts . Some of
these are: gasoline, carbon tetrachloride, chlorinated cleaning solvents,
If an extension cord is necessary, a cord with adequate size
conductors that is capable of carrying the current necessary for your
Cord Size in A.W.G
Cord length in feet
25 50 100 150
18 16 16
18 16 14
18 16 14
16 16 14
14 12 -
power source.
2. The lock-off button is not
depressed before squeezing
the on/off switch.
1. The blade is dull.
2. Blades are not installed
correctly.
by dust or other obstacles
Wire sizes in mm
Cord length in meters
15 30
14 0.75 0.75 1.5
12
0.75 1.0
12 0.75 1.0
12
1.0 2.5
- - -
Cause
2
60 120
2.5
2.5 4.0
2.5 4.0
4.0 -
- -
Remedy
1 Connect the tool to a power
source.
2. Press down the lock-off
button and hold it, then
depress the switch to turn
on the planer.
1. Replace the blade.
2. Install the blades correctly
(see Installing Planer
Blades)
Clean and clear vents. Do
not cover with hand during
operation.
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