During Use; Before Use; After Use - Skil 1558 Manual Original

tool or these instructions to operate the power tool.
Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained
e) Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or
operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired
Many accidents are caused by poorly
f) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are
g)
in accordance with these instructions, taking into
account the working conditions and the work to
Use of the power tool for operations
5) SERVICE
a)
person using only identical replacement parts.
This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR PLANERS
GENERAL
This tool should not be used by people under the age
of 16 years
The noise level when working can exceed 85 dB(A);
wear ear protection
Dust from material such as paint containing lead, some
wood species, minerals and metal may be harmful
(contact with or inhalation of the dust may cause allergic
reactions and/or respiratory diseases to the operator or
bystanders); wear a dust mask
with additives for wood conditioning; wear a dust mask
and work with a dust extraction device when
Follow the dust-related national requirements for the
materials you want to work with
when original accessories are used
Never use the tool when cord is damaged; have it
making any adjustment or changing any accessory

BEFORE USE

Always check that the supply voltage is the same as
the voltage indicated on the nameplate of the tool (tools
with a rating of 230V or 240V can also be connected to
a 220V supply)
Avoid damage that can be caused by screws, nails and
other elements in your workpiece; remove them before
you start working
Before using the tool check that the knives do not brush
anywhere
Use completely unrolled and safe extension cords with a
Use clamps or another practical way to secure and
and work with a
(holding
6
the work by your hand or against the body leaves it
unstable and may lead to loss of control)

DURING USE

(cutting a "live" wire may make exposed metal parts of
the power tool "live"and shock the operator)
Always keep the cord away from moving parts of the
tool; direct the cord to the rear, away from the tool
In case of electrical or mechanical malfunction,
If the cord is damaged or cut through while working, do
not touch the cord, but immediately disconnect the plug
have come to a complete standstill, disconnect the plug,

AFTER USE

tool down (an exposed knife may engage the surface
Do not connect the blue (= neutral) or brown (= live) wire
in the cord of this tool to the earth terminal of the plug
this tool, it must be disposed of safely and not left
unattended
USE
Changing/reversing knives
This planer is equipped with non-grindable knives with
cutting edges on both sides; so if one side has become
blunt, the other side can be used
!
- take wrench from storage A
- turn tool upside down
- loosen 3 bolts B with wrench (do not remove bolts)
- push knife out of cutter block with piece of wood
- put knife back in cutter block in reversed position, or
use new knife
! groove in knife should match ledge in cutter
!
-
! change/reverse knives in time; only use sharp
knives
!
time
! do not attempt to adjust the knives with
manufacturing
- turn knob D in "+"/"-" direction for increasing/
decreasing planing depth
- use indicator E as reference
- always select a shallow planing depth and repeat the
is reached
Chip outlet
- connect vacuum cleaner with adapter F to chip outlet
G as illustrated
!
the chip outlet while knives are rotating