MODEL 6530 3-1/4-INCH HAND PLANER Instruction Manual NEED HELP? CONTACT US! Have product questions? Need technical support? Please feel free to contact us: 1-800-232-1195 (M-F 8AM-5PM CST) TECHSUPPORT@WENPRODUCTS.COM IMPORTANT: Your new tool has been engineered and manufactured to WEN’s highest standards for dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety. When properly cared for, this product will supply you years of rugged, trouble-free performance.
CONTENTS WELCOME 3 Introduction...................................................................................................... 3 Specifications.................................................................................................... 3 SAFETY 4 General Safety Rules......................................................................................... 4 Planer Safety Warnings..................................................................................... 6 Electrical Information.
INTRODUCTION Thanks for purchasing the WEN Handheld Planer. We know you are excited to put your tool to work, but first, please take a moment to read through the manual. Safe operation of this tool requires that you read and understand this operator’s manual and all the labels affixed to the tool. This manual provides information regarding potential safety concerns, as well as helpful assembly and operating instructions for your tool. SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL: Indicates danger, warning, or caution.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES WARNING! Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert and knowing how your item works. The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool. SAVE THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. WORK AREA SAFETY 1. Keep work area clean and well lit.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES WARNING! Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert and knowing how your item works. The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool. SAVE THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. 7.
PLANER SAFETY WARNINGS WARNING! Do not operate the power tool until you have read and understood the following instructions and the warning labels. WORKPIECE SAFETY 1. Secure the workpiece to a stable platform using clamps or another practical method. Never hold it in your hand or across your legs. Unstable support could result in a loss of control and personal injury. 2.
ELECTRICAL INFORMATION DOUBLE-INSULATED TOOLS The tool’s electrical system is double insulated where two systems of insulation are provided. This eliminates the need for the usual three-wire grounded power cord. Double insulated tools do not need to be grounded, nor should a means for grounding be added to the product. All exposed metal parts are isolated from the internal metal motor components with protecting insulation.
UNPACKING & PACKING LIST UNPACKING With the help of a friend or trustworthy foe, such as one of your in-laws, carefully remove the handheld 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 the packing list below to make sure you have all of the parts and accessories.
KNOW YOUR HANDHELD PLANER TOOL PURPOSE The power to trim doors, flatten boards, and much more is in the palm of your hand with your WEN Handheld Planer. Refer to the following diagrams to become familiarized with all the parts and controls of your handheld planer. The components will be referred to later in the manual for assembly and operation instructions.
OPERATION WARNING! To prevent serious injury, make sure all the instructions have been read and understood before operating this tool. Before plugging the machine into the power supply, always check that the trigger switch and trigger lock work properly. USING THE SAFETY KICKSTAND Fig. 1 The safety kickstand (Fig. 1 - 1) on the back of the planer swings down to help keep the blade from coming into contact with the work surface when the planer is not in use.
OPERATION ADJUSTING THE CUTTING DEPTH Fig. 4 The planer’s cutting depth is determined by the height difference between the adjustable front shoe and the cutting edge of the blade. The depth adjustment knob moves the front shoe to adjust how much blade is exposed, which determines the amount of material that will be removed. To adjust the cutting depth: 1 Rotate the depth adjustment knob (Fig. 4 - 1) until the indicator arrow (Fig. 4 - 2) aligns with the desired cutting depth on the depth gauge.
OPERATION WARNING! Wear safety goggles at all times that comply with ANSI Z87.1. Use ear protection such as plugs or muffs during extended periods of operation. Wear a face mask or dust mask to fight the dust. OPERATING YOUR PLANER 1. Secure the workpiece to a stable platform. Make sure that the surface to be planed is face grain or side grain. Do not plane end grain, as the wood could splinter or possibly explode (see page 9 “The Do’s and Dont’s of Grain Direction). 2.
OPERATION WARNING! To avoid injury from accidental startups, always ensure that the tool is switched OFF and unplugged from the power supply before making any adjustments to the planer. USING THE PARALLEL GUIDE FENCE Fig. 7 The parallel guide fence ensures that the planer travels parallel to the edge of the wood , providing a straight cut at your desired cutting width. This feature is helpful for planing door edges, wood trim and boards. To attach the parallel guide fence: 1.
ADJUSTMENTS WARNING! To avoid injury from accidental startups, always ensure that the tool is switched OFF and unplugged from the power supply before making adjustments or installing or removing blades. REMOVING OR INSTALLING PLANER BLADES WARNING! Planer blades are sharp and fragile. Wear protective gloves to protect your hands. Handle the blades carefully to avoid personal injury or damage to the blades. WARNING! Do not attempt to sharpen or use resharpened blades of any kind.
ADJUSTMENTS WARNING! To avoid injury from accidental startups, always ensure that the tool is switched OFF and unplugged from the power supply before making adjustments or installing or removing blades. 7. Slide the blade with the good side up into the blade retainer of the cutterhead (Fig. 13). NOTE: The flat side of the blade should be facing the front of the planer and the ridged side of the blade should be facing the back of the planer. Fig. 13 1 8.
MAINTENANCE WARNING! To prevent serious injury from accidental operation, make sure that the planer is turned off and unplugged from power source before installation, cleaning and maintenance operations. WARNING! Preventive maintenance performed by unauthorized personnel may result in misplacing of internal wires and components, possibly causing a serious hazard. CLEANING Keep the planer clean of any wood chips, dust, dirt or debris.
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EXPLODED VIEW & PARTS LIST No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Part No. 6530-013 6530-014 6530-015 6530-008 6530-012 6530-010 6530-009B 6530-007 6530-004 6530-006B 6530-065B 6530-062 6530-057B 6530-011 Description Front Shoe Front Shoe Spring Front Shoe Spring Bracket Depth Regulating Shaft Ball Spring Ball, 3.5mm Depth Gauge Ring Depth Knob Screw, ST4x16 Knob Cover Lock Knob Rabbeting Depth Stop Dust Extractor Guide Knob Ball, 4mm Qty.
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