Follow very carefully the instructions in this manual, save it and keep it close at hand, ready to carry out any inspection of parts that may be necessary. If the tool is used with care and normal maintenance is carried out, it will work well for a long time. The functions and use of the tool you have bought shall be only those described in this manual. Any other use of the tool is strictly forbidden.
ILLUSTRATIONS
DESCRIPTION (See figures)
A Safety push button switch (Fig. 2)
B On-/off switch (Fig. 2)
D Support foot (Fig. 3)
E Drive wheel (Fig. 4)
F Toothed belt (Fig. 4)
G Idler pulley (Fig. 4)
H Vertical depth graduated scale (Fig. 2)
I Side end-stop immobilisation control (Fig. 2)
J Circular depth graduation scale (Fig. 1 and 2)
K Depth graduation handle (Fig. 2)
L Lateral stop (Fig. 2)
M Sawdust extraction (Fig. 2)
N Cope depth end-stop (Fig. 3)
O Blade replacement screws (Fig. 3, 5 and 6)
P Guide slot (Fig. 3 and 6)
Q Toothed belt cover (Fig. 2 and 4)
R Toothed belt cover screw (Fig. 2)
S Mobile plate (Fig. 2 and 3)
T Dust suction adapter (Fig. 2)
U Base plate (Fig. 3)
EQUIPMENT
- Dust suction adapter
- 8 mm fixed spanner
- Lateral stop
- Depth end-stop
- Operating instructions
- Safety instructions
- Warranty
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
• Please see “Safety Instructions” manual, supplied with this instruction manual.
WARNING! Before each use, inspect the plug and lead. Should they need replacing, have this done by
an official service centre.
• Do not allow the machine to get wet, nor should it be used in wet environments.
• For your personal safety, always connect the machine to a mains supply protected by a differential and thermal cutout switch, in accordance with regulations on low-voltage wiring sitemaps.
• Do not pierce the motor housing as this could damage the insulation (use adhesive labels).
• Always unplug the machine before carrying out work on it.
• Always stop the machine by switching it off, not by unplugging it.
• Always keep the mains lead clear of the working range of the machine.
• Fixes the piece being worked in place using fastening devices. Special attention must be paid to small workpieces, it should be checked that as the plane comes close, they are not pulled out by the moving blades.
• Check for correct piece fixing before commencing any operation.
• The work should always be carried out on a firm surface.
• Hold the machine firmly in both hands and in a stable position.
• The brush should always be guided into place with both hands.
• The plane should only be brought into contact with the work-piece after it has been switched on.
• Lean the machine by its front base and start it before the blade touches the wood.
• During the planing operation, the machine must always be supported over the total surface.
• Check that during the operation, the base plate is completely supported on the working surface.
• Excessive pressure must not be exerted on the base, this merely acts as a support and any excess would only brake forward movement. • Only sharp blades should be used.
• Do not plane wood with metallic objects incrusted, nails, staples, etc.
• Even forward movement during the planing operation will increase blade life and reduce the danger of accidents.
• Fingers should be kept clear of chip expulsion hole M. If this should become obstructed, it can be cleared using a wooden dowel.
• A protective face mask must be employed in any work producing harmful dust. Material containing asbestos must not be worked.
• When working with the machine, always wear safety goggles and ear protection. Other personal protection
equipment such as dust masks, gloves, helmet and apron should be worn when necessary, along with non-slip safety footwear. If in doubt, use safety equipment.
• Never place hands or fingers in front of the saw when working.
• Make sure the vents are free when working with dust. If they require cleaning, first unplug the machine, do not use metal objects and avoid damaging internal parts.
• Once the work has been completed, the machine should be allowed to come to a complete stop before it is placed on any surface.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION
This tool has been designed to rout wood and similar materials, to plane irregular surfaces and to cant off edges.
BEFORE USING THIS TOOL
Before using the tool, make sure the mains voltage is correct: it must be the same as that on the specification label. Machines with 230V can also be connected to a 220-V mains supply.
START UP
WARNING! Only plug in when machine is switched off. Press the locking button A, and squeeze the trigger in the on/off switch B. When the on/off switch is released, the machine stops. For safety reasons, it is not possible to lock On/Off switch B, instead it has to be pressed while the machine is being used.
CONSTANT ELECTRONICS (Mod. FE82CE)
The built-in module permits:
- Soft start.
- The maintenance of a practically constant rated speed up to rated power.
- An overload protection system by means of current cut-off in the case of motor overload, in which case the burring machine shuts down and re-starts when the grinding pressure has been reduced.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Planing depth
WARNING! Always unplug the machine before carrying out work on it. Regulate the cutting depth, from 0-2.5 mm. without gradations, turning the handle K. fig. 1, making out the value in the scales J and H. fig. 1 A complete turn of the handle K supposes 1 mm of displacement of the mobile base.
2. Surface planing
WARNING! The plane should only be applied to the work-piece in the switched-on position. Position the machine with the front section of mobile plate S over the work-piece. During surface planing (wood beams and tables etc) mobile plate S and base plate U should always rest on the entire work surface (danger of blade repercussion). The blade should be guided with both hands and moved forward in a uniform fashion over the work surface. For surface planing a shallow cutting depth is recommended, repeating the process several times.
3. Canting off edges
Guide slot P, located in the centre of mobile plate S, enables fast, simple edge canting off to be carried out on the work-piece. The plane should be placed with guide slot P over the edge of the work-piece and then guided along its length. A constant angle of 45º should be maintained during this operation, together with a uniform advance movement.
4. Carrying out routing and bevelling
- Depth limit N
The assembling must take place at the right side and the depth reduction may be adjusted from 0 to 25 mm. In order to enable the reduction, it is important that the blade should be ranged well sideways with the side level of the mobile and fixed bases.
- Side limit L
The side limit L may be adjusted at both sides of the plane, keeping it immovable by means of the control I. Using depth end-stop N together with side end-stop L permits routing operations.
5. Support foot D
Support foot D should always be installed and allows the machine to be rested on a surface immediately after use without any danger of damaging the workpiece surface or the blades. When using the machine, support foot D is folded backwards leaving the rear plane surface free.
PARTS REPLACEMENT
1. Blade replacement (Figs. 5 and 6)
WARNING! Only hard metal blades may be used with this tool. It is fitted with hard metal blades when it leaves the factory . When blade replacement becomes necessary, both should be replaced at the same time. Otherwise, the lack of balance could lead to vibration reducing the lifetime of the tool. The blades of hard metal have two rows of edges and may be converted or changed without having to be adjusted. In order to convert or change the blades, just screw off by one or two turns the screws O and with a pointed piece of wood, take out sideways the blade. Before reassembling again the blade, clean the carrier or guide of the blade, making sure the carving of the blade and the guide rule fit correctly. Adjust the lateral position of the blade to the level of the fixed and mobile bases by means of a wooden strip, fig. 6. Tighten again the three screws O.
PRECAUTION: Jagged or worn blades cannot be resharpened and must be replaced.
2. Toothed belt replacement (Fig. 4)
The procedure for replacing the toothed belt is described below:
1. Loosen screw R and remove toothed belt cover Q.
2. Cut the toothed belt with shears or a knife and remove it.
3. Before installing a new toothed belt, thoroughly clean pulley G and drive wheel E.
4. Install the new toothed belt on drive wheel E and press it in place, while rotating large pulley G at the same time.
5. Replace toothed belt cover Q and fix it in place with screw R.
DUST EXTRACTION
WARNING! Always check that the machine is switched off and unplugged before removing or installing any dust and sawdust suction device. Dust extraction keeps the workplace clean, prevents dust build-up in the air and facilitates waste elimination. These plane have a chip expulsion hole M to which adapter T may be connected. A universal vacuum cleaner may be fitted or any dust extraction device. PRECAUTION! During prolonged operations with wood or in professional applications with materials that produce harmful dust, a suitable external aspirator must be connected.
ACCESSORIES
Accessories and their corresponding order number can be found in our catalogues.
MAINTENANCE AND CARE
WARNING! Always unplug the machine before carrying out work on it.
- Blade inspection: Excessive forward movement will significantly reduce machine power and blade life. Sharp blades will permit a high cutting capability and increase machine life. Blades should be replaced according to requirements.
- Inspect the mounting screws: regularly inspect all the mounting screws and ensure they are firmly tightened. Should any screw be loose, tighten it immediately. Failure to do so could put you at serious risk.
- Motor maintenance: always take the greatest care over this and make sure that the motor winding is not damaged and does not become wet with oil or water.
- The vents should always be kept clean and free of obstacles.
- Clean the machine thoroughly after each use. Blast the motor regularly with compressed air.
- Check that the mains lead is in good condition. If it is not, take it to an Official Service Centre to have it replaced.
- Brush replacement: brushes must be replaced when length reaches 8 mm or less. To do so, please contact an authorized after sales service centre. We recommend that every other time you take a tool to an after sales service centre for carbon brushes replacement you also order a general maintenance (cleaning and lubrication).
- Use only Freud accessories and spares. Parts the changing of which is not covered in this instruction manual, should be replaced in a Freud Official Service Centre (See Warranty/Official Service Centre address leaflet).
WARRANTY
See general warranty conditions printed on the attached sheet.
NOISE AND VIBRATION
This tool has been designed and made to reduce noise to a minimum. However, in spite of this, in certain circumstances the maximum noise level in the place of work could exceed 85 dBA. In this case, the operator should wear ear protection. The machine's noise and vibration levels, measured in compliance with EN 50144, usually reach:
Acoustic pressure = 92 dB(A)
Sound-power level = 105 dB(A)
Use ear protection!
Vibration acceleration = 4,1 m/s2
