Additional Safety Instructions For Planers - Black & Decker 7698 Instruction Manual

making any adjustments, changing accessories,
or storing power tools. Such preventive safety measures
reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
d. Store idle power tools out of the reach of children
and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power
tool or these instructions to operate the power
tool. Power tools are dangerous in the hands
of untrained users.
e. Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment
or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and
any other condition that may affect the power
tools operation. If damaged, have the power tool
repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by
poorly maintained power tools.
f. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are
less likely to bind and are easier to control.
5. Service
a. Have your power tool serviced by a qualified
repair person using only identical replacement
parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power
tool is maintained.
6. Electrical safety
Your tool is double insulated; therefore no earth
wire is required. Always check that the main voltage
corresponds to the voltage on the rating plate.
Warning! If the power cord is damaged, it must
be replaced by the manufacturer, authorized
BLACK+DECKER Service Center or an equally
qualified person in order to avoid damage or
injury. If the power cord is replaced by an equally
qualified person, but not authorized by
BLACK+DECKER, the warranty will not be valid.
7. Labels on tool
The label on your tool may include the following symbols:
Hz .......
Read
Instructions
W ........
Manual
min .....
Use Eye
Protection
Use Ear
Protection
V ........ Volts
n .......
0
A ........ Amperes
FEATURES (Fig. A)
1. On/Off switch
2. Lock-on button
3. Shavings discharge outlet
4. Planing depth adjustment knob
5. Planing depth graduation
Hertz
...... Class II
Watts
....
minutes
..... Alternating
....
Current
..... Direct
.../min..
Current
No-Load
Speed
ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
f Read instruction manual thoroughly before using this
tool.
f Be sure the switch is in OFF position before
connecting tool to power supply.
f Switch OFF immediately if tool is jammed in work.
f Disconnected from power source when cleaning or
making adjustments to the tool.
f Be sure tool is properly held or set for right use before
turning switch to ON.
f Maintain tool with care. Follow instructions for
lubricating and changing accessories.
f Store tool in a clean dry place after disconnecting
from power source.
f Keep air vents unobstructed for proper motor cooling.
f Do not lay tool down on shoe when the blades are
exposed. This can chip the blades.
f Keep side discharge chute unobstructed at all times.
f Never reach under the tool for any reason unless it is
turned off and unplugged. Blades are exposed and
extremely sharp.
f Use this tool for working with wood and wood products
only.
f Never operate without securely holding the front
handle.
f Always operate planer with two hands.
f Planer blades are extremely sharp - Handle with great
care.
MOTOR
Be sure your power supply agrees with nameplate
marking. Do not operate AC tools on DC. This information
is printed on the nameplate. All BLACK+DECKER tools
are factory-tested; if this tool does not operate, check the
power supply.
USE OF EXTENSION CORDS
Construction
Make sure the extension cord is in good condition before
Earthing using. Always use the proper size extension cords with the
Terminal
tool – that is, proper wire size for various lengths of cord
Safety Alert
and heavy enough to carry the current the tool will draw.
Symbol
Use of an undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage
Revolutions
or Recipro-
resulting in loss of power and overheating. For proper size
cation per
cords see chart below.
minute
ASSEMBLY
Warning!: Make sure that the tool is switched off and
unplugged when performing the following Assembly steps.
Replacing the cutting blades (Fig. B)
The cutting blades provided with this tool are reversible.
Replacement cutting blades can be obtained from your
local retailer.
ENGLISH • 15
FOR PLANERS