Triton TPT 125 Instrucciones De Uso Y De Seguridad página 10

• The elevation scale is calibrated at the factory. For precision
woodworking, it is recommended that you check the dimension
with callipers or a digital thickness gauge before and after each
cutting pass
Setting the depth of cut
• To protect the motor and cutter head, the recommended
maximum depth of cut for a single pass is as follows:
Width of workpiece
Up to 125mm
From 125mm up to 317mm
To set the depth of cut:
1. Measure the current thickness of the workpiece, and compare
with required thickness
2. Refer to the 'Max Depth of Cut' table above to determine
whether one or more passes are required
3. If just one pass is required:
• Use the Crank Handle to move the Rollercase up or down until
the Scale Pointer (4) indicates, on the Elevation Scale (3), the
finished thickness of workpiece required
4. If more than one pass will be required:
a) It is recommended that you divide the total required into
passes of approximately equal depth
b) For the first and any intermediate cuts, set the height of
the Rollercase at current workpiece thickness minus depth
calculated in step (a) above
c) Check measurements after each cut with callipers or a digital
thickness gauge
Switching 'ON' & 'OFF'
• The ON/OFF Switch (13) is located on the front of the thicknesser
• To turn the thicknesser 'ON' , press the green ON (I) button
• To turn the thicknesser 'OFF' , push the red OFF (0) button
Circuit breaker
• A circuit breaker is installed to the left side of the ON/OFF Switch
(13) (Image M)
• If excessive electric current is detected, the circuit breaker will
shut off the power supply to protect the motor
• Before resetting the circuit breaker check the motor, switch, and
power connection for short circuit or faulty components
• To reset the circuit breaker:
• Press the red (O) button so that the machine is turned off
EN
• Press the Circuit Breaker Reset Button (12)
Thicknesser operation
WARNING: Always use adequate protective equipment,
including eye protection, respiratory and hearing protection, when
working with this tool.
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Max Depth of Cut
Max depth of cut
2.38mm
1.6mm
• For best results, determine desired depth of cut and final
thickness of workpiece before planing. Since there is a limit
to maximum depth of cut, several passes may be required to
achieve final thickness
• In general, thin cuts produce a better outcome in terms of
smoothness of finished surface, even thickness, less kickback,
less snipe, and less wear on the cutter head and motor
• To prevent kickback, never make cuts deeper than 2.4mm in
one pass
• If more than one pass is necessary, the Rollercase (1) must be
lowered manually before each pass
• Always set a thin depth of cut for hardwood, wide workpieces
and workpieces with an uneven surface
• Avoid wood stock with many or large knots, or with excessive
twisting, cupping, or bowing
• If necessary, process one side with a jointer or surface planer first
to obtain at least one flat surface before using the thicknesser
• Plane both sides of the workpiece, removing half the total depth
from each side. This will produce two smooth surfaces with equal
moisture content and therefore a board less likely to warp when
it dries naturally
• Make a test cut with similar material to check accuracy of the
settings before planing the workpiece
• Feed the workpiece 'with' the grain whenever possible
• Provide suitable support for long or wide workpieces
1. Set up the thicknesser for depth of cut required (see 'Setting the
depth of cut' above)
2. Stand on the side that the Crank Handle (9) is fitted. Never stand
directly in front of the workpiece, and do not allow anyone to
stand or cross in line with blade rotation. Kickback or thrown
debris will travel in this direction
3. Place the workpiece on the Infeed Table (10), with the surface to
be planed facing upwards
4. Turn the machine 'ON' and allow the cutter head to reach full
speed
5. Holding the workpiece firmly, move it slowly towards and onto
the infeed
NOTE: Never feed a workpiece into the thicknesser via the outfeed
table.
6. Stop pushing the workpiece once it is engaged by the in-feed
roller. The in-feed roller will move the workpiece automatically
through the thicknesser
7. Do not force the cut. Slowing or stalling will overheat the motor
8. Always keep your hands well away from the blades or chip
ejection area while the motor is running
9. Support the weight of large workpieces as they move through
the thicknesser to stabilise the workpiece and reduce snipe
10. Move to the back of machine to receive the workpiece. Do not
pull the workpiece; allow the rollers to do the work
11. If a workpiece becomes jammed inside the machine, turn the
machine off, remove the plug from mains supply, raise the
Rollercase away from the workpiece and ALLOW THE MACHINE
TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP
12. Never reach into the machine whilst it is in operation or running
down