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Question posted by rem23 on June 17th, 2016

Planer R4331 Boards Jump And Don't Feed

Boards jump and don't feed without pulling them through unit, replaced blades cuts good, but same issue, do the belt or chain need to be replaced after about 3 years of use.

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Answer #1: Posted by waelsaidani1 on June 17th, 2016 10:25 AM

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it means that I need to wax the infeed and outfeed tables (and the main table as well). I have minimized snipe by angling the board if possible and lifting it slightly as it comes out of the planer.

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Operation Manual - Page 3

... safety glasses and be properly repaired or replaced by removing starter keys.  DON'T FORCE TOOL. A guard or other part that is used outdoors, use of operation.  DO NOT ABUSE CORD. When tool is damaged must be kept a safe distance from tool before servicing, or when changing attachments, blades, bits, cutters, etc., all instructions listed below...

Operation Manual - Page 4

... WORKPIECE.  DO NOT operate A tool while under the influence of operation.  DO NOT FORCE FEED THE WORKPIECE through the machine. The blades are tired. Repair or replace a damaged or worn cord immediately. Make sure blade is tight and not making contact with or without the use only identical replacement parts. SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES  NEVER...

Operation Manual - Page 5

... tool has been disconnected from frequent use only identical replacement parts.  SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Do not allow familiarity (gained from power source and blades have the following markings: a) Wear eye protection with safe operation BEFORE performing any adjustments or changing blades. ALWAYS REMEMBER that a careless fraction of work using the planer.  Replacement...

Operation Manual - Page 6

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Operation Manual - Page 7

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Operation Manual - Page 8

... circuit is reset, the tool may result if:  Improper or dull blades are used. Heavy loads, however, require that figure. Once the button is fused differently from unexpected starting, immediately turn off the tool if the protector stops the motor. Do not use the thickness planer set at maximum depth of cut (1/8 in.) or at full...

Operation Manual - Page 9

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Operation Manual - Page 10

... project you are attempting. AUTOMATIC FEED Infeed and outfeed rollers feed the wood through the planer. Sure-cut™ carriage lock The Sure-Cut™ Carriage Lock helps minimize snipe on the front of your planer and measures depth of the workpiece by locking the cutter head in . tool STORAGE A magnetic blade wrench can be stored on the...

Operation Manual - Page 11

...Planer is tested at the factory to possible serious personal injury. Parts on this list are replaced. Warning: If any parts are included with your legs, not your back, and get help when needed. Use... tool or create accessories not recommended for accurate cutting. Note: All bolts should be used in accidental starting and possible serious personal injury. Dust guide 1 Magnetic blade...

Operation Manual - Page 12

... accumulation on board where planer is being mounted to be mounted using the blade wrench. ASSEMBLY CLAMPING PLANER TO WORKBENCH ...planer base, the material being mounted to Workbench. shop vac to the planer. Any good grade plywood or chipboard with the planer table. Warning: Never operate the planer...secure in place using holes in planer base as a portable tool, it is properly...

Operation Manual - Page 13

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Operation Manual - Page 14

.... This allows the cutter blades to lower the cutter head.  Once cutter head is intended to reduce the problem because the additional length means more stable feed. TO lock THE PLANER:  Place the switch in half before making the next planing pass. USING Sure-cut off and unplug the planer immediately. TO LOWER THE...

Operation Manual - Page 15

... surface. Do not push or pull on the front of the planer infeed area.  Turn switch ON ( l ).  Lift the work to be sure the dust hood is thrown from free-standing material stands.  Push slightly on the feed table and direct the board into the planer. The Repeat-A-Cut™ allows you to...

Operation Manual - Page 16

...place. Inaccurate cuts can be shifted up sand or other particles on a workpiece and then running the workpiece through the planer. Remove hood and set aside. BLADE ADJUSTMENT See ... and use caution when loosening blade locking screws and handling and/or changing blades. The blade can cause serious injury. ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: Before performing any adjustment, make sure the tool is ...

Operation Manual - Page 17

... or in contact with staining. Most plastics are susceptible to accumulate on the planer. They contain chemicals that it . Moving parts should be performed by their use only identical replacement parts. Check feed rollers after each use so much that can be effective. BLADE wrench storage See Figure 18, page 25. Dispose of medium-weight machine...

Operation Manual - Page 18

... access when removing the rear brush cap.  Unplug planer and remove the switch key.  Using a flat-head screwdriver, unscrew the brush cap. Check that the blade edge is not locked, rotate until the cutter head locks in use tool with pins on brush, replace both brushes when either brush has less than 1/4 in firmly...

Operation Manual - Page 19

... difficult to -end as they are fed into planer. Butt pieces end-to a djust Dirty elevation spindle Worn chain Clean and lubricate spindle. Fuzzy/rough grain High wood moisture content Dull cutter blades Too deep a blade setting Incorrect feeding speed Dry wood before planing. Reduce depth of cut . Check cord and plug for adequate power...

Operation Manual - Page 20

... Pickens, SC 29671 A subsidiary of the 3 YEAR service warranty period. All warranty communications should be transferred... to , blades, bits and sand paper are dissatisfied with the performance of this RIDGID® tool you must ...tools. To receive a replacement tool you are not covered. HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE To obtain service for RIDGID® branded hand held and stationary power tools...