WEN 6530 - User Manual

GENERAL SAFETY RULES 7. If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used. Use of dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards. POWER TOOL USE AND CARE 1. Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool fo...

WORKPIECE SAFETY 1. Secure the workpiece to a stable platform using clamps or another practical method. Never hold it in your hand or across your legs. Unstable support could result in a loss of control and personal injury. 2. Small workpieces must be adequately secured so that the rotating planer b...

ELECTRICAL INFORMATION 1. EXAMINE EXTENSION CORD BEFORE USE. Make sure your extension cord is properly wired and in good condition. Always replace a damaged extension cord or have it repaired by a qualified person before using it. 2. DO NOT ABUSE EXTENSION CORD. Do not pull on cord to disconnect fro...

Components Accessories UNPACKING & PACKING LIST UNPACKING With the help of a friend or trustworthy foe, such as one of your in-laws, carefully remove the handheld planer from the packaging and place it on a sturdy, flat surface. Make sure to take out all contents and accessories. Do not dis- car...

KNOW YOUR HANDHELD PLANER TOOL PURPOSE The power to trim doors, flatten boards, and much more is in the palm of your hand with your WEN Handheld Planer. Refer to the following diagrams to become familiarized with all the parts and controls of your handheld planer. The components will be referred to ...

OPERATION WARNING! To prevent serious injury, make sure all the instructions have been read and understood before operating this tool. Before plugging the machine into the power supply, always check that the trigger switch and trigger lock work properly. USING THE SAFETY KICKSTAND The safety kicksta...

OPERATION ADJUSTING THE CUTTING DEPTH The planer’s cutting depth is determined by the height difference between the adjustable front shoe and the cutting edge of the blade. The depth adjustment knob moves the front shoe to adjust how much blade is exposed, which determines the amount of material tha...

OPERATION OPERATING YOUR PLANER 1. Secure the workpiece to a stable platform. Make sure that the surface to be planed is face grain or side grain. Do not plane end grain, as the wood could splinter or possibly explode (see page 9 “The Do’s and Dont’s of Grain Direction). 2. Hold the planer firmly wi...

OPERATION WARNING! To avoid injury from accidental startups, always ensure that the tool is switched OFF and un- plugged from the power supply before making any adjustments to the planer. USING THE PARALLEL GUIDE FENCE The parallel guide fence ensures that the planer travels paral- lel to the edge o...

ADJUSTMENTS REMOVING OR INSTALLING PLANER BLADES WARNING! To avoid injury from accidental startups, always ensure that the tool is switched OFF and un- plugged from the power supply before making adjustments or installing or removing blades. WARNING! Planer blades are sharp and fragile. Wear protect...

MAINTENANCE WARNING! To prevent serious injury from accidental operation, make sure that the planer is turned off and unplugged from power source before installation, cleaning and maintenance operations. WARNING! Preventive maintenance performed by unauthorized personnel may result in misplacing of ...

WARRANTY STATEMENT WEN Products is committed to building tools that are dependable for years. Our warranties are consistent with this commitment and our dedication to quality. LIMITED WARRANTY OF WEN PRODUCTS FOR HOME USE GREAT LAKES TECHNOLOGIES, LLC (“Seller”) warrants to the original purchaser on...