WEN PL1252 - 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...

6 PLANER SAFETY WARNINGS PLANER SAFETY 1. Whenever adjusting or replacing any parts on planer, turn switch OFF and remove plug from power source. 2. Make sure all guards are properly attached and securely fastened. 3. Make sure all moving parts are free from interference. 4. Always wear eye protecti...

7 ELECTRICAL INFORMATION AMPERAGE REQUIRED GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS 25 ft. 50 ft. 100 ft. 150 ft. 15A 14 gauge 12 gauge Not Recommended Not Recommended 3. Check with a licensed electrician or service personnel if you do not completely understand the grounding instructions or whether the tool is pro...

Components UNPACKING With the help of a friend or trustworthy foe, such as one of your in-laws, carefully remove the planer from the packaging and place it on a sturdy, flat surface. Make sure to take out all contents and accessories. Do not discard the packaging until everything is removed. Check t...

9 TOOL PURPOSE Resurface boards, flatten workpieces, and much more with your WEN Thickness Planer. Refer to the diagram below to become familiarized with the parts and controls of your thickness planer. KNOW YOUR PLANER PLANER Circuit Breaker Power Switch Extension Table Elevation Handle Carrying Ha...

ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTMENTS ATTACHING THE DEPTH ADJUSTMENT HANDLE 1. Secure the depth adjustment handle (Fig. 2 - 1) to the top of the planer using the included socket head cap screw (Fig. 2 - 2). 2. Flip the depth adjustment handle over so the socket head cap screw is covered. NOTE: Each full rotati...

ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTMENTS MOUNTING THE PLANER TO A WORK SURFACE The planer should always be mounted to a stable, level bench or table in a well-lit area. Make sure there is plenty of room for maneuvering the workpiece through the entire cut. Neither the operator nor bystanders should stand in line ...

OPERATION AVOID DAMAGE TO BLADES Thickness planers are a precision woodworking machine and should be used on quality lumber only. Do not plane dirty boards; dirt and small stones are abrasive and will wear out the cutting inserts. WARNING! REMOVE NAILS AND STAPLES. Use planer to cut wood only. Avoid...

OPERATION DEPTH OF CUT • The depth of cut depends on the width, species, hardness, moisture content, grain direction, and grain structure of the wood.• The maximum depth of cut is 1/8” for workpieces less than 6” wide, and 1/16” for workpieces wider than 6”. The wider the workpiece, the shallower th...

OPERATION CHECK FOR WORN BLADES The blades’ condition will affect cutting precision. Observe the quality of the cut that the planer produces to check the condition of the blades. Dull blades will tear wood fibers and produce fuzzy surfaces. Raised grain will occur when dull blades pound on wood that...

OPERATION THE DO’S AND DONT’S OF GRAIN DIRECTION Always plane with the grain of the wood (in the same direction as the grain). There are six sides to every board: two face grains, two side/edge grains, and two end grains. Never plane with the end grain facing upwards. Only plane side and face grains...

MAINTENANCE WARNING! Always turn the planer OFF and disconnect it from the power source before starting any main- tenance work. REPLACING BLADES Blades should always be reversed or replaced as a matched set (at the same time). 1. Get the magnetic blade tool. 2. Adjust the rollercase to a height of a...

PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION Machine does not start. Machine is not plugged in. Plug machine in. Wrong extension cord size used. Use properly-sized extension cord (see chart on p. 7). Power outlet does not have power. Check power outlet for power. Check breaker for associated circuit. Contact a profession...

EXPLODED VIEW & PARTS LIST 20 NOTE: Not all parts may be available for purchase. Parts and accessories that wear down over the course of normal use are not covered under the warranty.

EXPLODED VIEW & PARTS LIST No. Part No. Description Qty. 1 PL1252-001 Star Wrench, T25 1 2 PL1326-020 Hex Wrench, 4mm 1 3 Socket Head Cap Screw, M6x8 15 4_S PL1326- 018ASM Elevation Handle As- sembly 1 5_S Top Cover Assembly 1 6 Left Cover 1 7 Screw, M5x12 4 12 Right Cover 1 13 Bearing, 6000ZZ 5...

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...