Delta 22-560 Portable Planer Instruction Manual

Delta 22-560 Portable Planer Instruction Manual

GENERAL SAFETY RULES

Woodworking can be dangerous if safe and proper operating procedures are not followed. As with all machinery, there are certain hazards involved with the operation of the product. Using the machine with respect and caution will considerably lessen the possibility of personal injury. However, if normal safety precautions are overlooked or ignored, personal injury to the operator may result. Safety equipment such as guards, push sticks, hold-downs, feather boards, goggles, dust masks, and hearing protection can reduce your potential for injury. But even the best guard won’t make up for poor judgment, carelessness, or inattention. Always use common sense and exercise caution in the workshop. If a procedure feels dangerous, don’t try it. Figure out an alternative procedure that feels safer. REMEMBER: Your personal safety is your responsibility. This machine was designed for certain applications only. Delta Machinery strongly recommends that this machine not be modified and/or used for any application other than that for which it was designed. If you have any questions relative to a particular application, DO NOT use the machine until you have first contacted Delta to determine if it can or should be performed on the product.

WARNING: FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE RULES MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY

1. FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, READ THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING THE TOOL. Learn the tool’s application and limitations as well as the specific hazards peculiar to it.

2. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working order.

3. ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION. Wear safety glasses. Everyday eyeglasses only have impact-resistant lenses; they are not safety glasses. Also, use a face or dust mask if the cutting operation is dusty. These safety glasses must conform to ANSI Z87.1 requirements.
   Note: Approved glasses have Z87 printed or stamped on them.

4. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form the habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from the tool before turning it “on”.

5. KEEPWORKAREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents.

6. DON’T USE IN A DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Don’t use power tools in damp or wet locations, or expose them to rain. Keep the work area well-lighted.

7. KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS AWAY. All children and visitors should be kept a safe distance from the work area.

8. MAKE WORKSHOP CHILDPROOF – with padlocks, master switches, or by removing starter keys.

9. DON’T FORCE THE TOOL. It will do the job better and be safer at the rate for which it was designed.

10. USE THE RIGHT TOOL. Don’t force tools or attachments to do a job for which it was not designed.

11. WEAR PROPER APPAREL. No loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets, or other jewelry to get caught in moving parts. Nonslip footwear is recommended. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.

12. SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work when practical. It’s safer than using your hand and frees both hands to operate the tool.

13. DON’T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.  MAINTAIN TOOLS IN TOP CONDITION. Keep tools sharp and clean for the best and safest performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.

14. DISCONNECT TOOLS before servicing and when changing accessories such as blades, bits, cutters, etc.

15. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. The use of accessories and attachments not recommended by Delta may cause hazards or risk of injury to persons.

16. REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Make sure the switch is in the “OFF” position before plugging in the power cord. In the event of a power failure, move the switch to the “OFF” position.

17. NEVER STAND ON A TOOL. Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is accidentally contacted.

18. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the tool, a guard, or another part that is damaged should be carefully checked to ensure that it will operate properly and perform its intended function – check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced.

19. DIRECTION OF FEED. Feed work into a blade or cutter against the direction of rotation of the blade or cutter only.

20. NEVER LEAVE THE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED. TURN THE POWER OFF. Don’t leave the tool until it comes to a complete stop.

21. STAY ALERT, WATCH WHAT YOU ARE DOING, AND USE COMMON SENSE WHEN OPERATING A POWER TOOL. DO NOT USE TOOLS 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.

22. MAKE SURE THE TOOL IS DISCONNECTED FROM the POWER SUPPLY while the motor is being mounted, connected, or reconnected.

23. THE DUST GENERATED by certain woods and wood products can be injurious to your health. Always operate machinery in well-ventilated areas and provide for proper dust removal. Use wood dust collection systems whenever possible.

24. WARNING : SOME DUST CREATED BY POWER SANDING, SAWING, GRINDING, DRILLING, AND OTHER CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES contains chemicals are known to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:

    • Lead from lead-based paints,
    • crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and
    • arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber. Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well-ventilated area, and work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.

ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR PLANERS

1. DO NOT operate your tool until it is completely assembled and installed according to the instructions.

2. IF YOU ARE NOT thoroughly familiar with the operation of planers, obtain advice from your supervisor,
   instructor or other qualified person. MAKE SURE wiring codes and recommended electrical connection instructions are followed, and that the machine is properly grounded.

3. MAKE all adjustments with the power off.

4. DISCONNECT the machine from the power source when making repairs.

5. NEVER turn the planer “ON” before clearing the table of all objects (tools, scraps of wood, etc.).

6. KEEP knives sharp and free of all rust and pitch.

7. NEVER perform any planning operation with a guard removed.

8. KEEP your fingers and hands away from the cutting area.

9. NEVER reach under the cutter head while the machine is running.

10. KEEP your fingers and hands away from the chip exhaust opening. The cutter head rotates at extremely high speeds.

11. NEVER feed the work into the outfeed end of the machine.

12. ADEQUATELY support the workpiece at all times.

13.  WHEN planning extra long workpieces, MAKE SURE The material is supported at the infeed and outfeed end at table height.

14. NEVER start the machine with the workpiece in contact with the cutter head.

15. MAKE SURE the workpiece is free from nails and other foreign objects which could cause injury or damage to the blades.

16. MAKE SURE the blades are properly secured in the cutter head, as explained in the instruction manual, before turning on the power.

17. ALWAYS allow the cutter head to reach full speed before using it.

18. IF DURING OPERATION there is any tendency for the tool to tip over, slide or walk on the supporting surface, MAKE SURE TOOL IS SECURED TO THE SUPPORTING SURFACE.

19.  DO NOT perform planning operations on material shorter than 10 inches, narrower than 3/4 inches, wider than 12-1/2 inches, or thinner than 3/16 inches.

20. BEFORE LEAVING the machine, make sure the work area is clean.

21. SHOULD any part of your planer be missing, damaged or failing in any way, or any electrical component fail to perform properly, shut off the switch and remove plug from the power supply outlet. Replace missing, damaged, or failed parts before resuming operation.

22. IMPORTANT: When the tool is not in use, the switch should be locked in the “OFF” position to prevent unauthorized use.

23. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION regarding the safe and proper operation of this product is available from the National Safety Council, 1121 Spring Lake Drive, Itasca, IL 60143-3201 in the Accident Prevention Manual for Industrial Operation and also in the Safety Data Sheets provided by the NSC. Please also refer to the American National Standards Institute ANSI 01.1 Safety Requirements for Woodworking Machinery and the U.S. Department of Labor OSHA 1910.213 Regulation

NOTICE : THE MANUAL COVER PHOTO ILLUSTRATES THE CURRENT PRODUCTION MODEL. ALL OTHER ILLUSTRATIONS ARE REPRESENTATIVE ONLY AND MAY NOT DEPICT THE ACTUAL COLOR, LABELING OR ACCESSORIES

FOREWORD
Delta Model 22-560 is a 12½” (317mm) Portable Planer. It has the following cutting capacity; 12½” (317mm) width, 6″ (152mm) thickness, and 3/32″ (3mm) maximum depth of cut. Features include; a basic machine with a powerful 15 amp, 120-volt motor, dust chute, two-knife cutter head with double-edged reversible knives, knife-installation tool, and wrench.

UNPACKING AND CLEANING
Carefully unpack the machine and all loose items from the shipping container. Peel the protective film from the table surface. Figures 1 and 2 illustrate the planer and all loose items supplied with your machine. Refer to the section of this manual entitled “REPLACING KNIVES” and remove the cutter head guard. Remove the protective coating from the cutter head. This coating may be removed with a soft cloth moistened with kerosene (do not use acetone, gasoline or lacquer thinner for this purpose.) CAUTION: CARE MUST BE TAKEN WHEN CLEANING THE CUTTER HEAD, AS THE KNIVES ARE IN THE CUTTER HEAD AND THESE KNIVES ARE VERY SHARP. After cleaning the cutter head, replace the cutter head guard.

1. 12½” Portable Planer
2. Cutterhead raising and lowering handle
3. M5 – 20mm hex socket head screw
4. Cutterhead lock handle
5. M6 – 20mm special hex socket head screw
6. Wrench and handle assembly
7.  Knife transfer tool

ASSEMBLY

Stand Assembly For Model 22-565

• Top Brace 17-7/8″ (4)
• Bottom brace 22-1/4″ (4)
• Leg (4)
• Rubber feet (4)
• Carriage bolt M8 x 1.25 x 16 (32)
• Flange nut M8 x 1.25 (36)

Hex head flange screw M8 x 1.25 x 35 (4) (For fastening planer to stand) * not shown

1. Align the holes in the bottom braces (B) Fig. 3 with the holes in the legs (C), insert a carriage bolt (E) through the leg and the bottom brace, and thread the flange nut (F) onto the carriage bolt. Repeat this process for the remaining holes in the bottom braces and table legs. Do not completely tighten the hardware at this time.
2. Assemble the top braces (A) Fig. 3 to the legs (C) in the same manner as step 1.
3. Insert the rubber feet (D) Fig. 3 onto the end of the legs (C) and tighten all hardware at this time.

LOWERING EXTENSION TABLES

The infeed and outfeed table extensions (A) Fig. 4, are shipped attached to the machine, and rotated to the “UP” position. Rotate both table extensions to the down position as shown. The top surface of the table extensions should be level with the planer table. To
check and adjust if necessary, refer to the section of this manual entitled “LEVELING TABLE EXTENSIONS.”

ASSEMBLING CUTTER HEAD LOCK HANDLE

1.  Assemble the cutter head lock handle (A) Fig. 5, to shaft (B).
2. Fasten cutter head lock handle (A) Fig. 6, to the shaft using the M6 – 20mm special hex socket head screw (C), with wrench supplied.

ASSEMBLING CUTTER HEAD RAISING AND LOWERING HANDLE

1.  Assemble the cutter head raising and lowering the handle (A) Fig. 7, to shaft (B), making certain flat on the shaft is engaged with a flat in the handle.
2. Fasten the cutter head raising and lowering handle (A) Fig. 8, to the shaft using the M5 x 20mm hex socket head screw (C) with wrench supplied. Rotate handle (A) to the operating position as shown in Fig. 9, and tighten set screw (D).

FASTENING PLANER TO SUPPORTING SURFACE

If during operation there is any tendency for the planer to tip over, slide, or walk on the supporting surface, the planer must be secured to the supporting surface using the four holes in the base of the machine, two of which are shown at (A) Fig. 10. Only operate the planer on a flat level surface. If assembled to the stand, place the planer on the stand and align the four holes in the base of the machine, tw of which are shown at (A) Fig. 10, with the four holes in the top of the stand. Place the hex head flange bolt through the holes in the planer and the stand, thread the flange nut onto the hex head flange bolt, and tighten it securely. Only operate the planer, attached to the stand, on a flat-level surface.

CONNECTING TOOL TO POWER SOURCE POWER CONNECTIONS
A separate electrical circuit should be used for your tools. This circuit should not be less than #12 wire and should be protected with a 20 Amp time lag fuse. If an extension cord is used, use only 3-wire extension cords which have 3- prong grounding type plugs and 3-hole receptacles which accept the tool’s plug. Before connecting the motor to the power line, make sure the switch is in the “OFF” position and be sure that the electric current is of the same characteristics as indicated on the tool. All line connections should make good contact. Running on low voltage will damage the motor.
WARNING: DO NOT EXPOSE THE TOOL TO RAIN OR OPERATE THE TOOL IN DAMP LOCATIONS. MOTOR SPECIFICATIONS Your tool is wired for 120 volt, 60 HZ alternating current. Before connecting the tool to the power source, make sure the switch is in the “OFF” position.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: THIS TOOL MUST BE GROUNDED WHILE IN USE TO PROTECT THE OPERATOR FROM ELECTRIC SHOCK

1. All grounded, cord-connected tools: In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This tool is equipped with an electric cord having an equipment-grounding
   conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into a matching outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.

2. Do not modify the plug provided – if it will not fit the outlet, has the proper outlet been installed by a qualified electrician? Improper connection of the equipment-grounding the conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. The conductor with insulation having an outer surface that is green with or without yellow stripes is the equipment-grounding conductor. If repair or replacement of the electric cord or plug is necessary, do not connect the equipment-grounding conductor to a live terminal.

3. Check with a qualified electrician or service personnel if the grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if in doubt as to whether the tool is properly grounded.

4. Use only 3-wire extension cords that have 3-prong grounding type plugs and 3-hole receptacles that accept the tool’s plug, as shown in Fig. 11.

5. Repair or replace damaged or worn cords immediately.

6. Grounded, cord-connected tools intended for use on a supply circuit having a nominal rating of fewer than 150 volts:

7. This tool is intended for use on a circuit that has an outlet that looks like the one illustrated in Fig. 11. The tool has a grounding plug that looks like the plug illustrated in Fig.

8.  A temporary adapter, which looks like the adapter illustrated in Fig. 12, may be used to connect this plug to a 2-hole receptacle as shown in Fig. 12 if a properly grounded outlet is not available. The temporary adapter should be used only until a properly grounded outlet can be installed by a qualified electrician. The green-colored rigid ear, lug, and the like, extending from the adapter must be connected to a permanent ground such as a properly grounded outlet box. Whenever the adapter is used, it must be held in place with a metal screw.
   NOTE: In Canada, the use of a temporary adapter is not permitted by the Canadian Electric Code.
   WARNING: IN ALL CASES, MAKE CERTAIN THE THE RECEPTACLE IN QUESTION IS PROPERLY GROUNDED. IF YOU ARE NOT SURE HAVE A A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN CHECKS THE RECEPTACLE.

EXTENSION CORDS Use proper extension cords. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition and is a 3-wire extension cord that has a 3-prong grounding type plug and a 3-hole receptacle that will accept the tool’s plug. When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current of the tool. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage, resulting in loss of power and overheating. Fig. 13, shows the correct gauge to use depending on the cord length. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord.

MINIMUM GAUGE EXTENSION CORD

RECOMMENDED SIZES FOR USE WITH STATIONARY ELECTRIC TOOLS

Ampere Rating| ****

Volts

| Total Length of Cord in Feet| Gauge of Extension Cord
0- 6

0- 6

0- 6

0- 6

| 120

120

120

120

| up to 25

25- 50

50- 100

100- 150

| 18 AWG

16 AWG

16 AWG

14 AWG

6- 10

6- 10

6- 10

6- 10

| 120

120

120

120

| up to 25

25- 50

50- 100

100- 150

| 18 AWG

16 AWG

14 AWG

12 AWG

10- 12

10- 12

10- 12

10- 12

| 120

120

120

120

| up to 25

25- 50

50- 100

100- 150

| 16 AWG

16 AWG

14 AWG

12 AWG

12- 16

12- 16

12- 16

| 120

120

120

| up to 25

25- 50

| 14 AWG

12 AWG

GREATER THAN 50 FEET IS NOT RECOMMENDED

OPERATING CONTROLS AND ADJUSTMENTS

STARTING AND STOPPING PLANER
The on/off switch (A) Fig. 14, is located on the front of the planer motor. To turn the machine “ON” move the switch to the up position. To turn the machine “OFF” move the switch to the down position.

LOCKING SWITCH IN
THE “OFF” POSITION

****When the tool is not in use, the switch should be locked in the “OFF” position to prevent unauthorized use. This can be done by grasping the switch toggle (B) Fig. 15, and pulling it out of the switch, as shown. With the switch toggle removed, the switch will not operate. However, should the switch toggle be removed while the machine is running, the switch can be turned “OFF” once, but cannot be restarted without inserting the switch toggle.

OPERATING CONTROLS AND ADJUSTMENTS
RAISING AND LOWERING
HEAD ASSEMBLY
The head assembly (A) Fig. 16, contains the cutter head, feed rollers, chip deflector, and motor. Raising and lowering the head assembly controls the depth of cut on your planer. To raise or lower the head assembly, rotate the cutter head lock handle (B) counterclockwise to unlock the cutter head and turn the cutter head raising and lowering handle (C) clockwise to raise or counterclockwise to lower the cutter head. One revolution of the handle will move the cutter head up or down 3/32″. FOR BEST RESULTS, ALWAYS LOCK THE CUTTER HEAD IN PLACE, BY ROTATING HANDLE (B) CLOCKWISE BEFORE PLANNING.

SCALE AND POINTER
A dual English/Metric scale (D) Fig. 17, and pointer (E) is conveniently located on the front of the machine and indicate the thickness of the finished workpiece. Adjustments to the pointer can be made by running a piece of wood through the machine. Measure the thickness of the workpiece and if an adjustment is necessary, loosen two screws (F) and adjust the pointer accordingly. Then tighten two screws.

RECOMMENDED DEPTH OF CUT

NOTE: One revolution of the raising and lowering handle will move the cutter head up or down 3/32 of an inch. A 3/32″ depth of cut can be made in softwoods on stock up to 8″ wide and in hardwoods on stock up to 7″ wide; see chart in Fig. 18. For 10″ and 12″ wide softwood, we recommend a maximum depth of cut of 1/16″. For 10″ and 12″ wide hardwood, a maximum depth of cut of 3/64″ is recommended; see chart in Fig. 18. IMPORTANT: A 3/32″ DEPTH OF CUT CAN BE MADE IN 10″ AND 12″ WIDE SOFT AND HARDWOODS; HOWEVER, CONTINUOUS OPERATION AT THIS DEPTH CAN CAUSE PREMATURE MOTOR FAILURE. LEVELING TABLE EXTENSIONS For optimum performance, the table extensions, one of which is shown at (A) Fig. 19, must be level with the planer table. To check and adjust if necessary, proceed as follows:

1. DISCONNECT THE TOOL FROM THE POWER SOURCE.

2. Place a straight edge (B) Fig. 19, on the planer table with one end of the straight edge extending out over the infeed table extension (A) as shown. Check to see if the table extension is level with the planer table on both ends of the table extension.

3. If an adjustment is necessary, loosen locknut (D) and adjust the stop screw (E) on each end of the table (A) until the table extension is level with the planer table. Then tighten locknut. Recheck and make certain the inside edge of the table extension is level with the planer table.
   NOTE: If necessary, loosen two screws (C), adjust the table extension, and tighten two screws.

4. Adjust the opposite end of table extension (A) in the same manner. Make sure the table is solidly supported in the level position even with downward pressure on the table.

5. Check and adjust the outfeed table extension in the same manner.

KNIFE TRANSFER TOOL

STORAGE

1. The knife transfer tool (A) Fig. 20, supplied with your planer can easily be stored underneath the outfeed table extension (B) when not being used. A Velcro strip (C) is provided on the tool and underneath the table for this purpose.
2. Figure 21 illustrates the knife transfer tool (A) stored underneath the outfeed table extension.

CORD STORAGE

1. Wire hangers (D) Fig. 21, are provided underneath the outfeed table extension to store the planer power cord when the machine is not in use.
2. Figure 22 illustrates the planer power cord (E) wrapped around the wire hangers.

WRENCH STORAGE
The wrench and wrench holder (A) Fig. 23, can be stored in hole (B) located on the right rear side of the machine as shown.

CARRYING HANDLE/STOCK TRANSFER BAR

1. Your planer is provided with a foam-covered carrying handle (A) Fig. 25, located on top of the machine, for ease in transporting the planer. Carrying handles are also provided at the base of the planer on each side which allow you to lift the machine with ease.
2. The carrying handle (A) Fig. 26, also doubles as a stock transfer bar for transferring stock from the outfeed to the infeed end of the machine. This is helpful when planning long material, as the workpiece can easily be transferred back to the infeed end of the machine for additional cuts.

REPLACING KNIVES
The knives supplied with your planer are double-edged and reversible, which enables you to turn the knives end-forend when one edge becomes dull or chipped. To change the knives, proceed as follows:

1. DISCONNECT THE TOOL FROM THE POWER SOURCE.

2. Raise the head assembly all the way to the top.

3. Remove two screws (A) Fig. 27, and remove the cutter head guard (B) by pulling it straight out. WARNING: THE KNIVES ARE SHARP

4. Figure 29 illustrates the cutter head guard removed, exposing the cutter head (C).

5. Using the wrench supplied, rotate the cutter head by inserting the end of the wrench into the hex hole (A) Fig. 28. Rotate the cutter head until the cutter head lock (D) Fig. 29, engages and locks the cutter head (C) in place.

6. Figure 29 illustrates the cutter head (C) locked in place allowing access to the knife locking bar (E).

7. Using the wrench (E) Fig. 30, supplied, unscrew the six screws, five of which are shown at (F), only enough until the locking bar (D) separates from the knife, allowing the knife to be removed.

8. Insert knife transfer tool (G) Fig. 31, underneath the center of the knife. Lift the knife transfer tool up until knife (H) separates from pins (J) and pull out and remove the knife as shown.
   NOTE: The knife transfer tool is magnetized, allowing it to attach to the knife.

9. rotate knife (H) Fig. 32, end-for-end, or using a new knife, position the knife transfer tool (G) on top of the knife as shown. Place the knife in the cutter head with the bevel up underneath the locking bar (D), making sure pins (J) in the cutter head engage with holes (K) in the knife.

10. Remove the knife transfer tool and tighten the six screws, five of which are shown at (F) Fig. 33, using the wrench (E) supplied.

11. Replace the other knife by rotating the head 180 degrees and repeat STEPS 5 THROUGH 10.

12. Replace cutter head guard (B) Fig. 34, making sure cutter head lock (D) is depressed and underneath guard as shown. Slide guard in as far as possible and replace two screws, one of which is shown at (A) Fig. 35. These screws were removed in STEP 3.

ADJUSTING THE HEIGHT OF THE OUTFEED ROLLER

1. DISCONNECT THE TOOL FROM THE POWER SOURCE.
2. The outfeed roller is adjusted at the factory to be 0.020″ below the cutting circle. In order to check and adjust the outfeed roller, you will need a homemade gage block made of hardwood. This gage block can be constructed by following the dimensions shown in Fig. 36. NOTE: Make sure that the height of the block is exactly 4 “.
3. Make sure the knives are inserted into the cutter head properly, as explained under “REPLACING KNIVES.”
4. Place the gage block (A) Fig. 37, on the table, over a 0.020″ feeler gage and position the gage block (A) directly underneath the cutter head. Raise or lower the head assembly and rotate the cutter head, by following STEP 5 under “REPLACING KNIVES,” until one of the knives(B) just touches the top of the gage block when the knife is at its lowest point. Then tighten the cutter head lock handle.
5. Move the gage block (A) Fig. 38, minus the feeler gage, under one end of the outfeed roller (C) as shown. The bottom of the outfeed roller should just touch the top of the gauge block.
6. If the height of the outfeed roller must be adjusted, loosen locknut (D) Fig. 38, and turn the adjusting screw (E) until the outfeed roller just touches the gage block (A). Tighten Locknut after the adjustment is made.
7. Repeat this adjustment on the opposite end of the outfeed roller (C) Fig. 38.

OPERATING HINTS

When using your machine, you may want to follow these few simple steps for achieving the best results possible.

1. True Up One Face – Feed one face of the board over a jointer, making thin cuts with each pass, until the entire surface is flat.
2. Plane to Thickness – Place the side you just surfaced in STEP 1 face down and feed the board through the planer, plane until this side is flat. Then plane both sides of the board until you are satisfied with the thickness, making thin cuts, alternating sides with each pass. If during the planning operation, you notice the board twisting, warping, or bowing, repeat STEP 1 and true up one face.
3. When planning long stock, provide table extensions to support the infeed and outfeed end of the workpiece.
4. For best results, always engage the cutter head lock before planing, a plane with the grain only, and keep the planer table clean. Occasionally, wax table surface to reduce friction during the planning operation.
5. Cross-cut to Final Length – Cross-cut lumber to final length, to remove any snipe which may have occurred during the planning operation.

NOTE : THE KNIVES ON THE PLANER WILL NOT WEAR EVENLY BY FEEDING THE WOOD THROUGH THE SAME SPOT ON THE TABLE EVERY TIME. FEED THE WOOD THROUGH THE PLANER AT DIFFERENT SPOTS ON THE TABLE WHEN POSSIBLE, TO HELP ELIMINATE UNEVEN WEAR OF THE KNIVES.

MAINTENANCE

BRUSH INSPECTION AND REPLACEMENT DISCONNECT TOOL FROM POWER SOURCE.
Brush life varies. It depends on the load on the motor. Check the brushes after the first 50 hours of use for a new machine or after a new set of brushes has been installed. After the first check, examine them after about every 10 hours of use until a replacement is necessary. The brush holders, one of which is shown at (A) Fig. 39, are located on the motor housing opposite each other. Fig. 40, illustrates one of the brushes removed for inspection. When the carbon (B) on either brush is worn to 3/16″ in length or if either spring (C) or shunt wire is burned or damaged in any way, replace both brushes. If the brushes are found serviceable after removing them, re-install them in the same position as removed.

LUBRICATION
The gears in the gearbox and the feed roller bushings should be lubricated periodically, as follows:

1. DISCONNECT THE TOOL FROM THE POWER SOURCE.
2. Remove two screws (A) Fig. 41, located on the bottom of the left side cover (B) of the planer, and remove the left side cover.
3. Place extreme pressure lithium grease (see accessories section) on the teeth of gears (C) Fig. 42, and replace the side cover.
4. Lay the planer on its back and squirt oil on the feed roller bushings (D) Fig. 43, at each end of the feed rollers.

ACCESSORIES
A complete line of accessories is available from your Delta Supplier, Porter- Cable  Delta Factory Service Centers, and Delta Authorized Service Stations. Please visit our Web Site www.deltamachinery.com for a catalog or for the name of your nearest supplier.
WARNING: Since accessories, other than those offered by Delta, have not been tested with this product, the use of such accessories could be hazardous. For the safest operation, only Delta-recommended accessories should be used with this product.

CATALOG NUMBER DESCRIPTION 50-445 DUST COLLECTOR CONNECTOR REPLACEMENT PARTS EXTREME PRESSURE LITHIUM GREASE 22-562 12½” HIGH-SPEED PLANER KNIVES 22-563 DRIVE BELT

PARTS, SERVICE, OR WARRANTY ASSISTANCE
All Delta Machines and accessories are manufactured to high-quality standards and are serviced by a network of Porter-Cable  Delta Factory Service Centers and Delta Authorized Service Stations. To obtain additional information regarding your Delta quality product or to obtain parts, service, warranty assistance, or the location of the nearest service outlet, please call 1-800-223-7278 (In Canada call 1-800-463-3582).

Two-Year Limited Warranty

Delta will repair or replace, at its expense and at its option, any Delta machine, machine part, or machine accessory which in normal use has proven to be defective in workmanship or material, provided that the customer returns the product prepaid to a Delta factory service center or authorized service station with proof of purchase of the product within two years and provides Delta with a reasonable opportunity to verify the alleged defect by inspection. Delta may require that electric motors be returned prepaid to a motor manufacturer’s authorized station for inspection and repair or replacement. Delta will not be responsible for any asserted defect which has resulted from normal wear, misuse, abuse or repair or alteration made or specifically authorized by anyone other than an authorized Delta service facility or representative. Under no circumstances will Delta be liable for incidental or consequential damages resulting from defective products. This warranty is Delta’s sole warranty and sets forth the customer’s exclusive remedy, with respect to defective products; all other warranties, express or implied, whether of merchantability, fitness for purpose, or otherwise, are expressly disclaimed by Delta

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