Power Planer 170 mm (6 - 3/4”) MODEL 1806B DOUBLE INSULATION I N S T R U C T I O N M A N U A L WARNING: For your personal safety, READ and UNDERSTAND before using. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. w w w. m a k i t a t o o l s .
SPECIFICATIONS Model 1806B Planing width 170 mm (6-3/4”) Planing depth 2 mm (1/16”) No load speed (RPM) 15,000/min. Overall length 529 mm (20-3/4”) Net weight 8.8 kg (19.3 lbs) • Manufacturer reserves the right to change specifications without notice. • Specifications may differ from country to country. GENERAL SAFETY RULES USA002-2 (For All Tools) WARNING: Read and understand all instructions.
5. Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is grounded. 6. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock. 7. Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord to carry the tools or pull the plug from an outlet. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Replace damaged cords immediately.
SERVICE 23. Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel. Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury. 24. When servicing a tool, use only identical replacement parts. Follow instructions in the Maintenance section of this manual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow Maintenance instructions may create a risk of electric shock or injury. USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD: Make sure your extension cord is in good condition.
10. Keep at least 200 mm (8”) away from the tool at all times. 11. Always switch off and wait for the blades to come to a complete stop before any adjusting. 12. Never stick your finger into the chip chute. Chute may jam when cutting damp wood. Clean out chips with a stick. 13. Do not leave the tool running. Operate the tool only when hand-held. 14. When leaving the planer, switch off and set it with the front base up on a wooden block, so that the blades do not contact anything. 15.
FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION • 002563 CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before adjusting or checking function on the tool. Adjusting depth of cut Depth of cut may be adjusted by simply turning the knob on the front of the tool. 1 1. Knob 002552 Switch action 1 2 • • 1. Lock button 2. Switch trigger CAUTION: Before plugging in the tool, always check to see that the switch trigger actuates properly and returns to the “OFF” position when released.
ASSEMBLY • 002560 Removing or installing planer blades 1 • 2 1. Hex wrench 2. Bolt CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before carrying out any work on the tool. CAUTION: Tighten the blade installation bolts carefully when attaching the blades to the tool. A loose installation bolt can be dangerous. Always check to see they are tightened securely. • Handle the blades very carefully.
For the correct planer blade setting Your planing surface will end up rough and uneven, unless the blade is set properly and securely. The blade must be mounted so that the cutting edge is absolutely level, that is, parallel to the surface of the rear base. Below are some examples of proper and improper settings.
MAINTENANCE • CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before attempting to perform inspection or maintenance. Sharpening the planer blades 002591 Always keep your blades sharp for the best performance possible. Use the sharpening holder to remove nicks and produce a fine edge. 002589 First, loosen the two wing nuts on the holder and insert the blades (A) and (B), so that they contact the sides (C) and (D). Then tighten the wing nuts. 1 1. Sharpening holder 1 5 2 3 1. 2.
001145 Replacing carbon brushes Remove and check the carbon brushes regularly. Replace when they wear down to the limit mark. Keep the carbon brushes clean and free to slip in the holders. Both carbon brushes should be replaced at the same time. Use only identical carbon brushes. 1 1. Limit mark 002595 Use a screwdriver to remove the chip cover. 1 2 1. Chip cover 2. Screwdriver 002596 1 2 1. Brush holder cap 2. Screwdriver 10 Use a screwdriver to remove the brush holder caps.
ACCESSORIES • CAUTION: These accessories or attachments are recommended for use with your Makita tool specified in this manual. The use of any other accessories or attachments might present a risk of injury to persons. Only use accessory or attachment for its stated purpose. If you need any assistance for more details regarding these accessories, ask your local Makita service center.
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WARNING Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contains chemicals known to the State of California 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.