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POWXQ5502 EN

1 APPLICATION .................................................................................. 3

2 DESCRIPTION (FIG A) .................................................................... 3

3 PACKAGE CONTENT LIST ............................................................. 3

4 SYMBOLS ........................................................................................ 3

5 GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS .......................... 4

5.1 Work area ................................................................................................................ 4

5.2 Electrical safety ....................................................................................................... 4

5.3 Personal safety ....................................................................................................... 4

5.4 Power tool use and care ......................................................................................... 5

5.5 Service ..................................................................................................................... 5

6 ADDITIONAL SAFETY WARNINGS FOR PLANERS .................... 5

7 ADJUSTMENTS/SETTINGS ............................................................ 6

7.1 Replacing the cutters .............................................................................................. 6

7.2 Setting the planing depth ....................................................................................... 6

7.3 Dust extraction ........................................................................................................ 6

7.4 Changing Direction of Dust Extraction .................................................................. 6

8 OPERATION ..................................................................................... 6

8.1 Switching on and off ............................................................................................... 6

8.2 Planing ..................................................................................................................... 7

8.3 Chamfering .............................................................................................................. 7

8.4 Using the “T” Guide ................................................................................................ 7

8.5 Rebating .................................................................................................................. 7

9 TROUBLE SHOOTING .................................................................... 7

10 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE ................................................... 7

10.1 Cleaning................................................................................................................... 7

10.2 Checking and replacing the carbon brushes ........................................................ 8

10.3 Connecting cable and mains plug ......................................................................... 8

11 TECHNICAL DATA .......................................................................... 8

12 NOISE ............................................................................................... 8

13 STORAGE ........................................................................................ 8

Summary of content (10 pages)

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POWXQ5502 EN 1 APPLICATION .................................................................................. 3 2 DESCRIPTION (FIG A) .................................................................... 3 3 PACKAGE CONTENT LIST ............................................................. 3 4 SYMBOLS ........................................................................................ 3 5 GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS .......................... 4 5.1 Work area ..........................
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14 POWXQ5502 EN WARRANTY ..................................................................................... 8 15 ENVIRONMENT ............................................................................... 9 16 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY .............................................. 10 Copyright © 2014 VARO NV P a g e |2 www.varo.
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EN POWXQ5502 PLANER 800W POWXQ5502 1 APPLICATION Your planer has been designed for planing wooden workpieces. This tool is not suitable fur stationary use. It is not designed for professional use. WARNING! Read this manual and general safety instructions carefully before using the appliance, for your own safety. Your power tool should only be passed on together with these instructions. 2 DESCRIPTION (FIG A) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.
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EN POWXQ5502 Denotes risk of personal injury or damage to the tool Always wear protective gloves 5 GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow all warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Save all warnings and instructions for future reference. The term "power tool" in the warnings refers to your mains operated (corded) power tool or battery operated (cordless) power tool. 5.
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EN POWXQ5502    Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be caught in moving parts. If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used.
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EN POWXQ5502    Handle the blades very carefully .Be sure that the blade installation bolts are securely tightened before operation. Wait for the cutter to stop before setting the tool down. Before using the tool, make sure that the cutters have been properly mounted 7 ADJUSTMENTS/SETTINGS Warning! Blades are sharp, use extreme caution when replacing them. 7.1 Replacing the cutters  Place the tool on a table with the planing base (13) pointing towards you.
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POWXQ5502 EN 8.2 Planing  Choose desired cut depth before operation.  It is desirable to select a shallow cutting depth and repeat the cutting process several times until the desired depth is achieved.  Where possible, clamp the workpiece to the bench. Note: the tool has an auto-retracting foot (15) on the rear base to prevent the blade from contacting bench top when the tool is put down. During operation, the foot will automatically retract as it passes through the edge of workpiece. 8.
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EN POWXQ5502   Keep the ventilation slots free from dust and dirt. If the dirt does not come off use a soft cloth moistened with soapy water. Never use solvents such as petrol, alcohol, ammonia water, etc. These solvents may damage the plastic parts. 10.2 Checking and replacing the carbon brushes The carbon brushes must be checked on a regular basis.  In case of wear, replace both carbon brushes at the same time.  Mount the carbon brush holders.
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POWXQ5502             EN plugs, or accessories such as drills, drill bits, saw blades, etc. ; damage or defects resulting from maltreatment, accidents or alterations; nor the cost of transportation. Damage and/or defects resulting from inappropriate use also do not fall under the warranty provisions. We also disclaim all liability for any bodily injury resulting from inappropriate use of the tool. Repairs may only be carried out by an authorised customer service centre for Powerplus tools.
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EN POWXQ5502 16 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY VARO N.V. - Joseph Van Instraat 9 - BE2500 Lier - BELGIUM, declares that, Product: Planer 800W Trade mark: POWERplus XQ Model: POWXQ5502 is in conformity with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the applicable European Directives, based on the application of European harmonized standards. Any unauthorized modification of the apparatus voids this declaration.