Makita Planer 1806B User Manual

Power Planer  
170 mm (6 - 3/4”)  
MODEL 1806B  
DOUBLE  
INSULATION  
I N S T R U C T I O N M A N U A L  
WARNING:  
For your personal safety, READ and UNDERSTAND before using.  
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.  
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5. Avoid body contact with grounded sur-  
faces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and  
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of  
electric shock if your body is grounded.  
14. Use safety equipment. Always wear eye  
protection. Dust mask, non-skid safety  
shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection must  
be used for appropriate conditions. Ordinary  
eye or sun glasses are NOT eye protection.  
6. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet  
conditions. Water entering a power tool will  
increase the risk of electric shock.  
Tool Use and Care  
15. Use clamps or other practical way to  
secure and support the workpiece to a  
stable platform. Holding the work by hand or  
against your body is unstable and may lead  
to loss of control.  
7. Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord  
to carry the tools or pull the plug from an  
outlet. Keep cord away from heat, oil,  
sharp edges or moving parts. Replace  
damaged cords immediately. Damaged  
cords increase the risk of electric shock.  
16. Do not force tool. Use the correct tool for  
your application. The correct tool will do the  
job better and safer at the rate for which it is  
designed.  
8. When operating a power tool outside, use  
an outdoor extension cord marked W-A”  
or W. These cords are rated for outdoor  
use and reduce the risk of electric shock.  
17. Do not use tool if switch does not turn it  
on or off. Any tool that cannot be controlled  
with the switch is dangerous and must be  
repaired.  
Personal Safety  
9. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and  
use common sense when operating a  
power tool. Do not use tool while tired or  
under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or  
medication. A moment of inattention while  
operating power tools may result in serious  
personal injury.  
18. Disconnect the plug from the power  
source before making any adjustments,  
changing accessories, or storing the tool.  
Such preventive safety measures reduce the  
risk of starting the tool accidentally.  
19. Store idle tools out of reach of children  
and other untrained persons. Tools are  
dangerous in the hands of untrained users.  
10. Dress properly. Do not wear loose cloth-  
ing or jewelry. Contain long hair. Keep  
your hair, clothing, and gloves away from  
moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long  
hair can be caught in moving parts.  
20. Maintain tools with care. Keep cutting  
tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained  
tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely  
to bind and are easier to control.  
11. Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch  
is off before plugging in. Carrying tools with  
your finger on the switch or plugging in tools  
that have the switch on invites accidents.  
21. Check for misalignment or binding of  
moving parts, breakage of parts, and any  
other condition that may affect the tools  
operation. If damaged, have the tool ser-  
viced before using. Many accidents are  
caused by poorly maintained tools.  
12. Remove adjusting keys or wrenches  
before turning the tool on. A wrench or a  
key that is left attached to a rotating part of  
the tool may result in personal injury.  
22. Use only accessories that are recom-  
mended by the manufacturer for your  
model. Accessories that may be suitable for  
one tool, may become hazardous when used  
on another tool.  
13. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing  
and balance at all times. Proper footing and  
balance enables better control of the tool in  
unexpected situations.  
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24. When servicing a tool, use only identical  
replacement parts. Follow instructions in  
the Maintenance section of this manual.  
Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow  
Maintenance instructions may create a risk of  
electric shock or injury.  
SERVICE  
23. Tool service must be performed only by  
qualified repair personnel. Service or main-  
tenance performed by unqualified personnel  
could result in a risk of injury.  
USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD: Make sure your extension cord is in good condition.  
When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your  
product will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of  
power and overheating. Table 1 shows the correct size to use depending on cord length and  
nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gage. The smaller the gage num-  
ber, the heavier the cord.  
Table 1: Minimum gage for cord  
Volts  
120 V  
Total length of cord in feet  
Ampere Rating  
25 ft.  
50 ft.  
100 ft.  
150 ft.  
More Than  
Not More Than  
AWG  
0
6
10  
12  
6
18  
18  
16  
14  
16  
16  
16  
12  
16  
14  
14  
14  
12  
12  
10  
12  
16  
Not Recommended  
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES  
USB042-2  
DO NOT let comfort or familiarity with product (gained from  
repeated use) replace strict adherence to planer safety rules. If  
you use this tool unsafely or incorrectly, you can suffer serious  
personal injury.  
1. Rags, cloth, cord, string and the like  
6. Keep hands away from rotating parts.  
should never be left around the work area.  
7. Before using the tool on an actual work-  
piece, let it run for a while. Watch for  
vibration or wobbling that could indicate  
poor installation or a poorly balanced  
blade.  
2. Avoid cutting nails. Inspect for and  
remove all nails from the workpiece before  
operation.  
3. Use only sharp blades. Handle the blades  
very carefully.  
8. Make sure the blade is not contacting the  
workpiece before the switch is turned on.  
4. Be sure the blade installation bolts are  
securely tightened before operation.  
9. Wait until the blade attains full speed  
before cutting.  
5. Hold the tool firmly with both hands.  
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10. Keep at least 200 mm (8) away from the  
15. Always change both blades or covers on  
the drum, otherwise the resulting imbal-  
ance will cause vibration and shorten tool  
life.  
tool at all times.  
11. Always switch off and wait for the blades  
to come to a complete stop before any  
adjusting.  
16. Wait for complete run-down before putting  
the tool aside.  
12. Never stick your finger into the chip chute.  
Chute may jam when cutting damp wood.  
Clean out chips with a stick.  
17. Use only Makita blades specified in this  
manual.  
13. Do not leave the tool running. Operate the  
18. Some material contains chemicals which  
may be toxic. Take caution to prevent dust  
inhalation and skin contact. Follow mate-  
rial supplier safety data.  
tool only when hand-held.  
14. When leaving the planer, switch off and  
set it with the front base up on a wooden  
block, so that the blades do not contact  
anything.  
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS  
WARNING:  
MISUSE or failure to follow the safety rules stated in this  
instruction manual may cause serious personal injury.  
SYMBOLS  
USD201-2  
The followings show the symbols used for tool.  
V .......................volts  
....................no load speed  
n
˚
A .......................amperes  
....................Class II Construction  
Hz .....................hertz  
.../min................revolutions or reciprocation per  
minute  
................alternating current  
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FUNCTIONAL  
DESCRIPTION  
CAUTION:  
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and  
unplugged before adjusting or checking function on the  
tool.  
002563  
Adjusting depth of cut  
Depth of cut may be adjusted by simply turning the knob on  
the front of the tool.  
1
1. Knob  
002552  
Switch action  
CAUTION:  
1
Before plugging in the tool, always check to see that the  
switch trigger actuates properly and returns to the OFF”  
position when released.  
2
Switch can be locked in ONposition for ease of  
operator comfort during extended use. Apply caution  
when locking tool in ONposition and maintain firm  
grasp on tool.  
1. Lock button  
2. Switch trigger  
To start the tool, simply pull the switch trigger. Release the  
switch trigger to stop.  
For continuous operation, pull the switch trigger and then  
push in the lock button.  
To stop the tool from the locked position, pull the switch trig-  
ger fully, then release it.  
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ASSEMBLY  
CAUTION:  
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and  
unplugged before carrying out any work on the tool.  
002560  
Removing or installing planer blades  
CAUTION:  
1
Tighten the blade installation bolts carefully when  
attaching the blades to the tool. A loose installation bolt  
can be dangerous. Always check to see they are  
tightened securely.  
2
Handle the blades very carefully. Use gloves or rags to  
protect your fingers or hands when removing or installing  
the blades.  
1. Hex wrench  
2. Bolt  
Use only the Makita wrench provided to remove or install  
the blades. Failure to do so may result in overtightening  
or insufficient tightening of the installation bolts. This  
could cause an injury.  
To remove the blades on the drum, unscrew the five installa-  
tion bolts with the hex wrench. The drum cover comes off  
together with the blades.  
002561  
To install the blades, first clean out all chips or foreign matter  
adhering to the drum or blades. Use blades of the same  
dimensions and weight, or drum oscillation/vibration will  
result, causing poor planing action and, eventually, tool  
breakdown.  
1
2
3
4
5
There are two adjusting screws for each blade. When install-  
ing the blade, the notch in the blade should fit over the head  
of the adjusting screw. Then fit on the drum cover and secure  
all the installation bolts only finger-tight.  
1. Adjusting screw  
2. Planer blade  
3. Notch in the blade  
4. Drum cover  
5. Drum  
Turn the drum until the blade edge is right in the middle  
between the front and rear bases.  
002562  
Place the triangular rule flat on the rear base and run it out  
over and across the blade edge. Turn the two adjusting  
screws to adjust the blade protrusion. The blade setting  
should be made so that the protrusion will be uniform all the  
way across. Thus the triangular rule should be flush with the  
entire width of the blade edge. After adjusting both blades,  
tighten all the installation bolts evenly and alternately with the  
wrench.  
1
2
1. Triangular rule  
2. Screwdriver  
After tightening the bolts, secure the adjusting screws fully.  
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For the correct planer blade setting  
Your planing surface will end up rough and uneven, unless  
the blade is set properly and securely. The blade must be  
mounted so that the cutting edge is absolutely level, that is,  
parallel to the surface of the rear base.  
Below are some examples of proper and improper settings.  
EN0004-1  
(A) Front base (Movable shoe)  
(B) Rear base (Stationary shoe)  
Although this side view cannot  
show it, the edges of the blades  
run perfectly parallel to the rear  
base surface.  
Correct setting  
(A)  
(B)  
Cause: One or both blades fails to  
have edge parallel to rear  
base line.  
Nicks in surface  
Gouging at start  
Cause: One or both blade edges  
fails to protrude enough in  
relation to rear base line.  
(A)  
(A)  
(B)  
(B)  
Cause: One or both blade edges  
protrudes too far in relation  
to rear base line.  
Gouging at end  
OPERATION  
002578  
Planing operation  
First, rest the tool front base flat upon the workpiece surface  
without the blades making any contact. Switch on and wait  
until the blades attain full speed. Then move the tool gently  
forward. Apply pressure on the front of tool at the start of  
planing, and at the back at the end of planing. Planing will be  
easier if you incline the workpiece in stationary fashion, so  
that you can plane somewhat downhill.  
2
1
1. End  
The speed and depth of cut determine the kind of finish. The  
power planer keeps cutting at a speed that will not result in  
jamming by chips. For rough cutting, the depth of cut can be  
increased, while for a good finish you should reduce the  
depth of cut and advance the tool more slowly.  
2. Start  
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MAINTENANCE  
CAUTION:  
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and  
unplugged before attempting to perform inspection or  
maintenance.  
Sharpening the planer blades  
002591  
Always keep your blades sharp for the best performance  
possible. Use the sharpening holder to remove nicks and  
produce a fine edge.  
1
1. Sharpening holder  
002589  
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.  
1
5
4
2
3
1. Wing nut  
2. Blade (A)  
3. Blade (B)  
4. Side (D)  
5. Side (C)  
002592  
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 sharpening at  
the same angle.  
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001145  
Replacing carbon brushes  
Remove and check the carbon brushes regularly. Replace  
when they wear down to the limit mark. Keep the carbon  
brushes clean and free to slip in the holders. Both carbon  
brushes should be replaced at the same time. Use only iden-  
tical carbon brushes.  
1
1. Limit mark  
002595  
Use a screwdriver to remove the chip cover.  
1
2
1. Chip cover  
2. Screwdriver  
002596  
Use a screwdriver to remove the brush holder caps. Take out  
the worn carbon brushes, insert the new ones and secure  
the brush holder caps.  
1
2
To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, any  
other maintenance or adjustment should be performed by  
Makita Authorized or Factory Service Centers, always using  
Makita replacement parts.  
1. Brush holder cap  
2. Screwdriver  
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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.  
High-speed steel Planer blade  
Sharpening holder assembly  
Edge fence (Guide rule) set  
Dressing stone  
Triangular rule  
Hex wrench  
Wooden carrying case  
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WARNING  
Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other  
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