WEN PL1337 - 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 se- curely 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 under- stand the grounding instructions or whether the tool is p...

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 Return Roller Return Roller Circuit Breaker Power Switch Extension Table ...

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 rotatio...

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 PREPARING WORK Thickness planers work best when at least one side of the lumber is flat. Use a surface planer or a jointer to create a flat surface. Twisted or severely warped boards can jam the planer and should not be used. Rip lumber in half to reduce the magnitude of warpage. Work shou...

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. ADJUSTING/REPLACING CUTTING INSERTS The cutterhead is equipped with 26 indexable cutting inserts. Each insert can be rotated 90 degrees to expose a fresh edge; if one edge ...

MAINTENANCE ADJUSTING THE INFEED/OUTFEED EXTENSION TABLES For best results and to minimize snipe, we recommend setting the infeed and outfeed tables so that the end of each extension table is about 1mm above the top of the main table.1. Locate the table elevation adjustment screw and nut on each sid...

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...

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE WARNING! Stop using the tool immediately if any of the following problems occur. Repairs and replace- ments should only be performed by an authorized technician. For any questions, please contact our customer service at 1-847-429-9263 , M-F 8-5 CST or email us at [email protect...

EXPLODED VIEW & PARTS LIST 20 NOTE: Not all parts may be available for purchase.

EXPLODED VIEW & PARTS LIST No. Part No. Description Qty. 1S PL1337-001ASM Top Cover Assembly with Rollers 1 1A PL1337-001A Roller 2 1BS PL1337- 001BASM Roller Support Assembly 2 2 PL1326-002 Socket Cap Screw, M6x8 14 4 PL1326-00K4 Elevation Nut 8 6 PL1337-006 Rollercase 1 7 PL1337-007 Left Side ...

WARRANTY STATEMENT 23 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...