Makita 2030S manual

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    312 mm (12-9/32") MODEL 2030s Auto feed Manual feed Auto feed Manual feed No load speed (RPMI 9,000 INSTRUCTION MANUAL Cutting width Max. cutting depth Feed rateimin Imml Imml lml 3.0 (118") for stock 0 - 150 (0'' ~ 5-29132"1 wide 1 5 (1/16"1 for stock 150 ~~ 240 15-29/32" ~ 9-7/16"] wide 1.0 13/64'] for[...]

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    For Your Own Safety Read Instruction Manual Before Operating Planer-Jointer GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS (For All Tools) 1. KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL. Read the owner’s manual carefully. Learn the tools applications and limitations, as well as the specific potential hazards peculiar to it. 2. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working order. 3. REMOVE ADJUSTING[...]

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    16. EXTENSION CORDS. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. Table 1 shows the correct size to use depending on cord length and namepl[...]

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    VOLTAGE WARNING: Before connecting the tool to a power source (receptacle, outlet, etc.) be sure the voltage supplied is the same as that specified on the nameplate of the tool. A power source with voltage greater than that specified for the tool can result in SERIOUS INJURY to the user - as well as damage to the tool. If in doubt, DO NOT PLUG IN T[...]

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    FOR JOINTER 1. Maintain the proper relationships of infeed and outfeed table surfaces and cutterhead blade path. 2. Do not perform jointing operations on material shorter than 140 mm (5-1/2 inches), narrower than 19 mm (3/4 inch), or less than 12.7 mm (112 inch) thick. 3. Do not perform planing operations on material shorter than 140 mm (5-1/2 inch[...]

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    Movement and transport of planer-jointer When moving the tool, hold it as shown in the figure. When transporting it by vehicle, secure with a rope or other substantial means to prevent tipping or movement. Positioning the planer-jointer Locate the tool in a well lit and level place where you can maintain good footing and balance. Bolt it to the wor[...]

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    AUTO-PLANER FUNCTIONS: Dimensional adjustment Raise the table by turning the crank handle clockwise until the indicator plate points to the scale graduation indicating the de- sired finished dimension. One full turn of the crank handle moves the table 2 mm (3/32") up or down. The scale has inch graduations on its right side and metric graduati[...]

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    Operation Determine the depth of cut as described before. Insert the workpiece flat on the table top. When cutting a long or heavy workpiece, lift up its end slightly at the start and the end of the cut to avoid goug- ing or sniping at the extreme ends of the work p i ece. 3 Two rollers are provided on top of the tool to enable quick, effotless ret[...]

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    JOINTER FUNCTIONS: Extension support table The extension support table is convenient for cutting long workpieces. Install it on the outfeed table and semi-tighten the four hex bolts. Extend the legs and hook the arms over the screw using the hook (A). Then tighten the screws securely. Adjust the table height using the knobs so that the extension su[...]

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    Adjusting the fence angle I ClamD screw (A) 7 Hex bolts (A) The fence angle can be adjusted at any angle from 0’ to 45’. Loosen the clamp screws (A) and (B) and pull the fence out slightly. Then tighten the clamp screws (A) and (B). Loosen the hex bolts (A) and (B) and tilt the fence according to your work. Then tighten the hex bolts (A) and (B[...]

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    Beveling To cut a bevel, set the fence at the required angle and run the workpiece across the blades while keeping it firmly against the fence and tables. Carefully maintain flush, steady con- tact with the fence while making the cut. REPLACING THE PLANER BLADES Dull blades can cause a rough finish, an overload of the motor and dangerous kickback o[...]

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    AUTO-PLANE R 1. Removing the blades Loosen the hex bolt which secures the chip cover and open the chip cover. Open the safety cover over the jointer and rotate the drum by turning the knob until the drum can be locked in the position whereby the blade installa- tion bolts face upward. The magnetic holder has a different shaped claw on each side. Us[...]

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    2. Installing the blades Provide a flat wood block approx. 300 mm (1 1-13/16") long and 100 mm (3-15/16") wide. Place the blade and set plate on the wood block so that the blade locating lug of the set plate rests in the groove of the blade. Adjust the set plate so that both ends of the blade protrude approx. 1 mm (3/64") beyond the [...]

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    Install the other blade as described above. Rotate the drum slowly while pressing the lock plate to make sure there is nothing abnormal. Then close the chip cover and secure using the hex bolt. CAUTION : 0 Do not tighten the blade installation bolts without the blade locating lug of the set plate correctly resting in the groove of the blade. This m[...]

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    JOINTER 1. Removing the blades CAUTION : Always close the chip cover over the auto-planer before removing the blade. Lower the infeed table fully by turning the depth adjusting knob clockwise. Loosen the hex bolt which secures the safety cover rod and lift off the safety cover. Set the fence angle at 0' and push the fence fully toward the auto[...]

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    2. Installing the blades Provide a flat wood block approx. 150 mm (5-29/32") long and 100 mm (3-1 5/16") wide. Place the blade and set plate on the wood block so that the blade locating lug of the set plate rests in the groove of the blade. Adjust the set plate so that both ends of the blade do not protrude from the ends of the set plate.[...]

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    Lock the drum in the position whereby the blade edge faces upward. Place the triangular rule flat on the outfeed table. Turn the adjusting screws until the blade edge just contacts the triangular rule. After adjusting both adjusting screws, pull the lock pin to unlock the drum. Rotate the drum by turning the knob clockwise to make sure the blade pr[...]

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    Install the other blade as described above. Re-install the safety cover in its original position and be sure that the safety cover works properly and briskly. CAUTION : Do not tighten the blade installation bolts without the blade locating lug of the set plate correctly resting in the groove of the blade. This may cause damage to the blade and pote[...]

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    REMOVING OR INSTALLING THE JOINTER CAUTION : Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before removing or installing the jointer. The jointer can be easily removed from the auto-planer. You can carry it by yourself. 1. Removing the jointer Loosen the right and left knobs. Pull the jointer toward you as shown in the figure. The join[...]

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    Loosen the clamp screws which secure I the fence. Remove the fence. Align the line on the coupling with the pointer on the frame of the jointer. Coup1 ing s Line eoin t e r Align the two shafts of the jointer with the mating holes in the auto-planer. Push the jointer toward the auto-planer until the frame of the jointer contacts that of the auto- p[...]

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    MAINTENANCE CAUTION : Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before attempting to perform inspection or maintenance. Replacing carbon brushes c Remove and check the carbon brushes re- 1 gularly. Replace when they wear down to the limit mark. Keep the carbon brushes clean and free to slip in the holders. Both carbon brushes shoul[...]

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    ACCESSOR I ES ATTENTION : 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. The accessories or attachments should be used only in the proper and intended manner. 0 Planer blade 0 Magnetic holder 0 Key Par[...]

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    Mar-22-’94 US 312 mm (12-9/32”) Model 2030s PLANER-JOINTER 23[...]

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    Note: The switch and other part configurations may differ from country to country. 25[...]

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    MODEL 2030s MACHlNE 74 1 75 1 76 1 11 1 78 1 79 1 80 1 81 16 82 2 84 1 85 1 86 1 87 1 88 1 89 1 90 1 91 2 92 1 93 1 94 1 95 2 96 1 97 1 98 1 99 1 100 1 101 1 102 1 103 2 104 1 105 2 106 1 107 1 108 1 109 1 111 1 1 110 8 'v0M $& DESCRIPTION Mar.-22-'94 US $& DESCRIPTION MA( 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 2[...]

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    MODEL 20305 Mar-22-'94 US MACHINE 147 1 Hex Flange Head Bolt M6x17 148 1 Leg 149 1 Foot 150 1 Base Cover 151 1 Pan Head Screw M5x16 IWith Washer) 152 4 Spring Pin 6 36 153 1 Base 154 4 Cap 20 155 1 Drum cover 158 1 Retaining Ring S 12 157 1 SpringPin4-16 158 1 Spring Pin 4-32 159 1 Rod 12-95 160 1 Torsion Spring 14 161 2 Bedplate 162 1 Adlust [...]

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    MAKITA LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY Warranty Poiicy Every Makita tool is thoroughly inspected and tested before leaving the factory. It is warranted to be free of defects from workmanship and materials for the period of ONE YEAR from the date of original purchase. Should any trouble develop during this one-year period, return the COMPLETE tool, freigh[...]