23-400H 16” Thickness Planer with Helical Cutterhead 4001824 Operator’s Manual Record the serial number and date of purchase in your manual for future reference. Serial Number: _________________________ Date of purchase: _________________________ For technical support or parts questions, email techsupport@rikontools.com or call toll free at (877)884-5167 23-400HM1 www.rikontools.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Specifications.....................................................................................................................2 Safety Instructions ........................................................................................................3 - 6 Getting To Know Your Machine .........................................................................................7 Contents of Package ...........................................................................................
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT! Safety is the single most important consideration in the operation of this equipment. The following instructions must be followed at all times. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious personal injury. There are certain applications for which this tool was designed. We strongly recommend that this tool not be modified and/or used for any other application other than that for which it was designed.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 12. KEEP PROTECTIVE GUARDS IN PLACE AND IN WORKING ORDER. 25. ALWAYS WEAR A DUST MASK TO PREVENT INHALING DANGEROUS DUST OR AIRBORNE PARTICLES, including wood dust, crystalline silica dust and asbestos dust. Direct particles away from face and body. Always operate tool in well ventilated area and provide for proper dust removal. Use dust collection system wherever possible.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ELECTRICAL SAFETY EXTENSION CORDS THIS TOOL REQUIRES THE INSTALLATION OF A 220V PLUG (NOT INCLUDED), AND MUST BE GROUNDED WHILE IN USE TO PROTECT THE OPERATOR FROM ELECTRIC SHOCK. USE OF AN EXTENSION CORD WITH THIS MACHINE IS NOT RECOMMENDED. FOR BEST POWER AND SAFETY, PLUG THE PLANER DIRECTLY INTO A DEDICATED GROUNDED ELECTRICAL OUTLET THAT IS WITHIN THE SUPPLIED CORD LENGTH OF THE MACHINE.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR PLANERS This machine is intended for surface thickness planing of natural, solid woods. The permissible workpiece dimensions must be observed (see Technical Specification). Any other use not as specified, including modification of the machine or use of parts not tested and approved by the equipment manufacturer can cause unforeseen damage. ATTENTION: Use of this planer still presents risks that cannot be eliminated by the manufacturer.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR MACHINE K D C B E D E F L J A H G I H LID OPEN TO SHOW CUTTERHEAD A. B. C. D. E. F. G. H. I. J. K. L. M. N.
CONTENTS OF PACKAGE Tools for Assembly & Adjustments A A. Wrenches - 13mm , 10mm & 8mm B. Star T25 Screwdriver C. Hex Wrenches - 2.5mm, 4mm & 5mm B C ASSEMBLY THE PLANER MUST NOT BE PLUGGED IN AND THE POWER SWITCH MUST BE IN THE OFF POSITION UNTIL ASSEMBLY IS COMPLETE. Unpacking and Clean-up 1. Carefully remove all contents from the shipping carton. Compare the contents with the list of contents to make sure that all of the items are accounted for, before discarding any packing material.
ASSEMBLY INSTALLING THE STOCK RETURN ROLLERS The Planer's top has two rollers for easily moving lumber from the rear, exit end over to the front of the planer for another thicknessing pass through the machine. FIG. 3. To install the two rollers; 1. Lift up the Upper Cover (#13) and secure it in the open position with the Support Bracket assembly (#17). 2. Insert a Roller Support (#213, RS) through one of the pre-cut holes in the cover, and secure it in place with two bolts and washers (#214). FIG. 3A.
OPERATION This machine is intended for surface thickness planing of natural, solid woods. The permissible workpiece dimensions must be observed. Any other use not as specified, including modification of the machine or use of parts not tested and approved by the equipment manufacturer can cause unforeseen damage. THICKNESSING WORKPIECE DIMENSIONS NOTE: Thickness planing is used to reduce lumber with one already flattened surface, to a desired thickness.
OPERATION PLANER OPERATION Before turning on the planer, review the safety precautions listed on pages 3 to 6, and the operating instructions on pages 6 and 10. Make sure that you fully understand the features, adjustments and capabilities of the machine that are outlined throughout this manual. 1. To feed the workpiece into the machine, assume proper operating position, FIG. 8. Stand offset to one side of the feed opening to avoid any kick-back, should it occur.
ADJUSTMENTS THE MACHINE MUST NOT BE PLUGGED IN AND THE POWER SWITCH MUST BE IN THE OFF POSITION UNTIL ADUSTMENTS ARE COMPLETE. ROTATING OR REPLACING KNIFE INSERTS INDEX MARK STAR HEAD SET SCREW This machine has a helical cutterhead with four rows of carbide knife inserts. Each of the 72 inserts on the cutterhead are indexed and have four sharpened sides.
ADJUSTMENTS Planer Table Alignment continued from page 12 1. Make sure that the planer/jointer's switch is turned off, and the plug is disconnected from the power source. CUTTERHEAD NOTE: The cutterhead is fixed in position and any adjustments of the must be made through the planer table's setting. FIG. 17 2. To confirm that the planer table is set parallel to the cutterhead, measurements from the table surface to the underside of the cutterhead are made.
ADJUSTMENTS ADJUSTING THE CUTTERHEAD THE MACHINE MUST NOT BE PLUGGED IN AND THE POWER SWITCH MUST BE IN THE OFF POSITION UNTIL ALL ADJUSTMENTS ARE COMPLETE. The Cutterhead that holds the knife inserts is fastened to the machine's cabinet, and is not adjustable. Based on the postion of this main component of the machine, all of the other parts - rollers and tables - are then pre-set by the factory to align with the cutterhead.
ADJUSTMENTS ADJUSTING DRIVE BELTS The cutterhead drive belt and the feedgear drive belt need to be checked periodically and retightened if necessary. Belts will stretch with use, especially when they are new and are breaking in. Both drive belts are located behind the machine's side panel. FIG. 23, A & B. C A THE PLANER MUST NOT BE PLUGGED IN AND THE POWER SWITCH MUST BE IN THE OFF POSITION UNTIL ADJUSTMENTS ARE COMPLETE. B CHECKING THE DRIVE BELT FIG. 23 1.
ADJUSTMENTS Drive Belt Adjustment continued from page 15 10. When all belts have been checked and any maintenace has been done, replace and secure the side panel and speed control knob back to their positions with the screws that were previously removed (In steps 2 & 3). THE PLANER MUST NOT BE PLUGGED IN AND THE POWER SWITCH MUST BE IN THE OFF POSITION UNTIL ADJUSTMENTS ARE COMPLETE. REPLACING THE DRIVE BELTS 1. To replace the Cutterhead Drive Belt (#145, FIG.
MAINTENANCE 5. Clean the planer bed columns on a regular basis to prevent the build-up of wood chips and dust. Treat the posts with a dry lubricant spray. Do not use ordinary oil which will collect dust and hamper the operation of the machine. Turn the power switch “OFF” and disconnect the plug from the outlet prior to adjusting or maintaining the machine. 1. Before each use: 6. Keep the jointer and planer tables free of resin and rust.
TROUBLESHOOTING FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, ALWAYS TURN OFF AND UNPLUG THE MACHINE BEFORE CARRYING OUT ANY TROUBLESHOOTING. SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS Planer will not start. 1. No power 2. Blown fuse 3. Main on/off switch or Micro switch in cover is not functioning 4. Motor failure 1. Check power source, plug and wiring. 2. Check fuse, replace if it is blown. 3. Check position of the switches. Contact local dealer for repair or replacement. 4. Inspect motor for failed components.
41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 KEY NO. DESCRIPTION Flat Washer 10 Hex Bolt M10x25 Flat Washer 6 Screw M6x12 Hex Nut M8 Hex Bolt M8x12 Spring Screw Retaining Ring Wave Washer 52 Bearing 6205 Set Screw M6x12 P23-400-41 P23-400-42 P23-400-43 P23-400-44 P23-400-45 P23-400-46 P23-400-47 P23-400-48 P23-400-49 P23-400-50 P23-400-51 P23-400-52 MFG. PART NO.
PARTS DIAGRAM TABLE ASSEMBLY 20
PARTS LIST KEY NO.
PARTS DIAGRAM MOTOR & DRIVE SYSTEM 22
131 134 135 136 137 138 139 140 141 141A 142 143 144 145 146 147 148 149 150 151 152 153 155 156 157 158 159 160 161 162 DESCRIPTION 23 P23-400-131 P23-400-134 P23-400-135 P23-400-136 P23-400-137 P23-400-138 P23-400-139 P23-400-140 P23-400-141 P23-400-141A P23-400-142 P23-400-143 P23-400-144 P23-400-145 P23-400-146 P23-400-147 P23-400-148 P23-400-149 P23-400-150 P23-400-151 P23-400-152 P23-400-153 P23-400-155 P23-400-156 P23-400-157 P23-400-158 P23-400-159 P23-400-160 P23-400-161 P23-400-162 MFG.
PARTS DIAGRAM CABINET & CONTROLS 24
1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 DESCRIPTION 25 P23-400-1 P23-400-3 P23-400-4 P23-400-5 P23-400-6 P23-400-7 P23-400-8 P23-400-9 P23-400-10 P23-400-11 P23-400-12 P23-400-13 P23-400-14 P23-400-15 P23-400-16 P23-400-17 P23-400-18 P23-400-19 P23-400-20 P23-400-21 P23-400-22 MFG. PART NO. 23 26 27 30 32 201 202 203 204 205 206 207 208 209 210 211 212 213 214 220 KEY NO.
WARRANTY WARRANTY 26
NOTES Use this section to record maintenance, service and any calls to Technical Support: 27
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