Accessories
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A range of accessories and consumables, including face masks, dust extractors and cut
resistant gloves, is available from your Triton stockist
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Spare parts can be obtained from toolsparesonline.com
Maintenance
WARNING: Ensure the tool is disconnected from the power supply before attaching or
changing any accessories, or making any adjustments.
WARNING: ALWAYS wear suitable cut-proof gloves when handling the Blade Drum and
its sub-components.
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This tool is manufactured using class leading components and makes use of the latest
in intelligent circuitry that protects the tool and its components. In normal use it should
provide a long working life
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Parts of this tool that can be replaced by the user include:
I.
Blades
II.
Drive Belt
III. Auxiliary Belt
Note: Instruction on servicing these items is provided in this section of the manual.
General inspection
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Regularly check that all the fixing screws are tight
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Inspect the supply cord of the tool, prior to each use, for damage or wear. Repairs should
be carried out by an authorised Triton service centre. This advice also applies to extension
cords used with this tool
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If you are uncertain as to how to carry out any of the following maintenance procedures
DO NOT attempt, instead have the maintenance carried out by an authorised Triton
service centre
Cleaning
WARNING: Ensure when cleaning or removing blockages from the tool that the tool
is disconnected from the mains supply and is switched 'OFF'. Always wear cut proof gloves
while carrying out cleaning and unblocking procedures as the tool contains sharp surfaces
and components.
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Keep your tool clean at all times. Dirt and dust will cause internal parts to wear quickly,
and shorten the machine's service life. Clean the body of your machine with a soft brush,
or dry cloth. If available, use clean, dry, compressed air to blow through the ventilation
holes
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After use, vacuum the surface planer to remove wood chips, sawdust and debris
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Remove sawdust, wood chips and grease from belt, gears and moving parts
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Clean the tool casing with a soft damp cloth using a mild detergent. Do not use alcohol,
petrol or strong cleaning agents
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Never use caustic agents to clean plastic parts
Blade replacement
WARNING: ALWAYS wear cut-proof gloves when handling the blades.
IMPORTANT: Only use blades that are specifically designed for the machine.
1. Remove the Belt Cover (5) using the 4mm Hex Spanner (25) (Fig. XII)
2. Rotate the Blade Drum so that the four Blade Screws (41) are exposed
3. Remove the four Blade Screws (41) (Fig. XIV)
4. Carefully remove the Blade Clamp (42) and the Blade (44)
5. Replace the Blade locating it on the Blade Alignment Adjusting Screws (43) (Fig. XVII)
6. Insert the Blade Screws and realign the Blade (see 'Aligning the Blades')
7. Repeat with second Blade
Belt replacement
Replacing the auxiliary belt
1. Lay the surface planer on the ground or workbench so the base of the tool is accessible
2. Unscrew and remove the bottom cover
3. Slacken but do not remove the two Dust Extraction Unit Hex Screws (46) so that the dust
extraction unit can move from side to side
4. Replace the Auxiliary Belt (47)
5. Tension the Belt and retighten the Hex Screws
6. Refit the bottom cover
Replacing the Drive Belt
1. Lay the surface planer on the ground or workbench so the base of the tool is accessible
2. Unscrew and remove the bottom cover
3. Remove the Auxiliary Belt (see 'replacing the Auxiliary belt')
4. Slacken but do not remove the four Motor Unit Hex Screws (45) so that the motor unit can
slide from side to side
5. Remove the Drive Belt (48)
6. Replace the Drive Belt
7. Tension the Belt and retighten the Hex Screws
8. Refit the Auxiliary Belt and bottom cover
Lubrication
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Slightly lubricate all moving parts at regular intervals with a suitable spray lubricant
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The bearings in motor and cutter head units are factory-sealed and should require no
further lubrication
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Components requiring regular lubrication:
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Cutting Depth Adjustment Knob Thread
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Fence Sliding Bracket
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Fence Angle Locking Knob
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Sliding Fence Locking Knob
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Guard adjustment mechanism
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Remove any residues of grease from the other components, using mineral spirits if
necessary, then apply a coat of light grade multi-purpose grease (not included)
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The work tables can be coated with a very thin coat of lubricating wax (not included) to
protect the surface from rust and to facilitate smooth feed during operation
Brushes
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Over time the carbon brushes inside the motor may become worn
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Excessively worn brushes may cause loss of power, intermittent failure, or visible sparking
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If you suspect that the brushes may be worn, have them replaced at an authorised Triton
service centre
Contact
For technical or repair service advice, please contact the helpline on (+44) 1935 382 222
Web: tritontools.com/en-GB/Support
Address:
Toolstream Ltd
Boundary Way
Lufton Trading Estate
Yeovil, Somerset
BA22 8HZ, United Kingdom
Storage
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Store this tool carefully in a secure, dry place out of the reach of children
Disposal
Always adhere to national regulations when disposing of power tools that are no longer
functional and are not viable for repair.
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Do not dispose of power tools, or other waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE),
with household waste
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Contact your local waste disposal authority for information on the correct way to dispose
of power tools
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