Ozito OZPL400A User manual

Motor size: 400W
Input: 230 – 240V ~ 50Hz
No load speed: 16000/min
Planing width: 82mm
Planing depth: 0 – 1mm
Rebating depth: 0 – 2mm
Blade type: 82 mm HSS blades
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SPECIFICATIONS – MODEL NO. OZPL400A
1. Depth of cut adjustment knob
2. Lock off button
3. Trigger switch
4. Rear shoe
5. Front shoe
6. Fence securing knob
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KNOW YOUR PRODUCT

INTRODUCTION
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
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Congratulations on purchasing an Ozito Planer.
We aim to provide quality tools at an affordable price.
We hope you will enjoy using this tool for many years.
Your Ozito Planer OZPL400A has been designed for
planing timber and is intended for DIY use only.
Warning! When using mains-powered equipment, basic safety
precautions, including the following, should always be followed to
reduce risk of fire, electric shock, personal injury and material damage.
Read and understand the manual prior to operating this tool.
Save these instructions and other documents supplied with this tool for
future reference.
The electric motor has been designed for 230V and 240V only. Always
check that the power supply corresponds to the voltage on the rating plate.
Note: The supply of 230V and 240V on Ozito tools are interchangeable
for Australia and New Zealand.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by an electrician or a
power tool repairer in order to avoid a hazard.
Note: Double insulation does not take the place of normal safety
precautions when operating this tool. The insulation system is for added
protection against injury resulting from a possible electrical insulation
failure within the tool.
Using an Extension Lead
Always use an approved extension lead suitable for the power input of
this tool. Before use, inspect the extension lead for signs of damage, wear
and ageing. Replace the extension lead if damaged or defective.
When using an extension lead on a reel, always unwind the lead
completely. Use of an extension lead not suitable for the power input of
the tool or which is damaged or defective may result in a risk of fire
and/or electric shock.

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GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING! Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow
the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or
serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
The term "power tool" in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded)
power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.
1) Work area
a) Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered and dark areas invite accidents.
b) Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the
presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which
may ignite the dust or fumes.
c) Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Distractions
can cause you to lose control.
2) Electrical safety
a) Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way.
Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools.
Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock
b) Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces such as pipes,
radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if
your body is earthed or grounded.
c) Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power
tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
d) Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging
the power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts.
Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.
e) When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for
outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
f) If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a residual
current device (RCD) protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces the risk of
electric shock.
3) Personal safety
a) Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating
a power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the
influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while
operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
b) Use Personal Protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. SPersonal
Protective equipment such as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or
hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.
c) Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before
connecting to power source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the
tool. Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or plugging in power
tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
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GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS
d) Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on. A
wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in
personal injury.
e) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This
enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.
f) Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair,
clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or
long hair can be caught in moving parts.
g) If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection
facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used. Use of dust
collection can reduce dust-related hazards.
4) Power tool use and care
a) Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application.
The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it
was designed.
b) Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off. Any
power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must
be repaired.
c) Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or the battery pack from
the power tool before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or
storing power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of
starting the power tool accidentally.
d) Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow
persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate
the power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
e) Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts,
breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tools
operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use. Many
accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
f) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with
sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
g) Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. in accordance with these
instructions and in the manner intended for the particular type of power
tool, taking into account the working conditions and the work to be
performed. Use of the power tool for operations different from those intended
could result in a hazardous situation.
5) Service
a) Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only
identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool
is maintained.
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ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR PLANERS
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Wait for the cutter to stop before setting the tool down. An exposed cutter may
engage the surface leading to possible loss of control and serious injury.
Recommendation that the tool always be supplied via a residual current device with a
rated residual current of 30 mA or less.
If the replacement of the supply cord is necessary, this has to be done by the
manufacturer or his agent in order to avoid a safety hazard.
WARNING! Use of this tool can generate dust containing chemicals known to
cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Use appropriate
respiratory protection.
Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces, when performing an operation
where the cutting accessory may contact hidden wiring or its own cord. Cutting
accessory contacting a "live" wire may make exposed metal parts of the power tool
"live" and could give the operator an electric shock.
• Be sure to read the instruction manual thoroughly before using this tool.
• Be sure the voltage agrees with specific data on the nameplate.
•Be sure the switch is in OFF position before connecting tool to the power supply.
• Be sure to switch OFF immediately if the tool is jammed in work.
• Be sure the tool is disconnected from power source when cleaning or making
adjustments to the tool.
•Be sure the tool is properly held and set for correct use before turning switch to ON.
• Be sure to use specified replacement parts only.
•Be sure to maintain tool with care. Follow instructions for lubricating and
changing accessories.
• Be sure to store tool in a clean dry place after disconnecting from power source.
• Keep air vents unobstructed for proper motor cooling.
• DO NOT lay tool down on shoe when the blades are exposed. This can chip
the blades.
• Keep side dust extraction port unobstructed at all times.
•Never reach under the tool for any reason unless it is turned off and UNPLUGGED.
BLADES ARE EXPOSED AND EXTREMELY SHARP.
• Use this tool for working with wood and wood products only.
•Never operate without securely holding the front handle.
• Always operate planer with two hands.
• Planer blades are extremely sharp – Handle with great care.
CAUTION: Some wood contains preservatives such as copper chromium
arsenate (CCA) which can be toxic. When sanding, drilling, or cutting
these materials extra care should be taken to avoid inhalation and
minimise skin contact.
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Switch
ALWAYS PICK UP YOUR PLANER BEFORE DEPRESSING THE SWITCH.
The planer is started by first depressing the lock off button on the side of
the handle and then the trigger switch. The planer will not start unless the
lock off button is depressed. To turn the planer OFF, release the trigger.
This tool is not designed for the trigger switch to be locked in the ‘ON’
position. Never jam the trigger switch in the ‘ON’ position.
Adjusting Planing Depth
TURN OFF AND UNPLUG PLANER. Planing depth is infinitely variable
from 0 to 1 mm. This is adjustable by rotating the knob on the top of
the planer near the front. As the knob is rotated clockwise from the “0”
position the cutting depth will increase from 0 to as much as 1 mm.
It is recommended that test cuts be made in scrap wood after each
re-adjustment to make sure that the desired amount of wood is being
removed by the planer. Several shallow passes will produce a smoother
finish than one deep pass.
Planing
Hold the planer with one hand on the switch handle and the other hand
on the front handle. Place the front shoe on the surface to be planed,
making certain that the cutting blades are not touching the surface.
Push down firmly on the front handle of the planer so that the front shoe
is ABSOLUTELY FLAT on the work surface. Depress the lock off button
and pull the trigger switch. Allow the motor to reach full speed before
beginning to plane.
Move the tool slowly into the work and maintain downward pressure to
keep the planer flat. Be particularly careful to keep the tool flat at the
beginning and the end of the work surface.
Planing Tip
For a smoother appearance, fasten a piece of scrap wood to the end of
the piece you are planing. Don’t stop planing until the cutting blades of
the planer are past your work piece and into the scrap material.
Rebating
Your planer can make rebate cuts up to 2
mm. To make a rebate cut, clamp a thin
straight piece of timber or other material
along the line at which the rebate cut
needs to be made. Start planing along
the workpiece as Fig 1. using the clamped material as a guide.
Note: It will be necessary to make quite a few cuts for most rebate applications.
OPERATION

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Edge Chamfering
Your planer has a precision machined groove in the front shoe for planing
along a corner of the wood. It is a good idea to try a scrap piece of wood
before doing final pieces.
For best results, keep the blades clean and replace when necessary.
To Change Blades
Before you make any adjustments, make sure the power cord has been
disconnected from the electricity supply.
The blades that come standard with the tool are 82mm HSS blades.
The drum is fitted with two separate blades; both must be reversed or
replaced at the same time. Never replace only one blade.
• Loosen (do not remove) the hex head screws with the spanner provided.
• With the three screws loose, push the old blade out with a screwdriver.
The blades have two cutting edges on them. If this is the first time you
are changing blades, you need only to turn the blades around to expose
the fresh cutting edge, otherwise you will have to replace the blades.
• Install the new, or reversed, blades by sliding the blades all the way in
until the end of them is flush with the edge of the rear shoe.
• Securely tighten all three screws (for both blades).
• After each use, blow air through the tool housing to ensure it is free from
all dust particles that may build up. Build up of dust particles may cause
the tool to overheat and fail.
OPERATION (cont.)
CHANGING AND ADJUSTING BLADES

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MAINTENANCE
• If the enclosure of the tool requires cleaning do not use solvents but a
moist soft cloth only. Never let any liquid get inside the tool; never
immerse any part of the tool into a liquid.
• When the carbon brushes wear out the tool will spark and/or stop. The
brushes are a wearing component of the tool and should be replaced
prior to the carbon wearing out fully. Brushes will wear out after many
uses but before they do take the tool to an electrician or a power tool
repairer for quick and low cost replacement. Always replace both
brushes at the same time.
Note: Ozito Industries will not be responsible for any damage or injuries
caused by the repair of the tool by an unauthorised person or by
mishandling of the tool.

1 x Planer OZPL400A
1 X Guide fence
1 x Spanner
1 x Instruction manual
CONTENTS
OZITO INDUSTRIES PTY LTD
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AUSTRALIA (Head Office)
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WARRANTY
THIS WARRANTY FORM AND CONFIRMED BUNNINGS REGISTER RECEIPT SHOULD
BE RETAINED BY THE CUSTOMER AT ALL TIMES
The warranty is only made available by returning the product to your nearest
Bunnings Warehouse with a confirmed Bunnings register receipt.
PURCHASED FROM:________________________________________________
DATE PURCHASED: ________________________________________________
3 YEAR REPLACEMENT WARRANTY
Your Ozito tool is guaranteed for a period of 36 months from the original date of
purchase and is intended for DIY (Do it yourself) use only.
WARNING
The following actions will result in the warranty being void.
•Professional, Industrial or high frequency use.
• If the tool has been operated on a supply voltage other than that specified on
the tool.
•If the tool shows signs of damage or defects caused by or resulting from abuse,
accidents or alterations.
• If the tool is disassembled or tampered with in any way.
Note: Warranty excludes consumable parts such as brushes, batteries, sanding
pads, blades, discs, drill bits, collets, drive belts and other accessories.
YOUR WARRANTY FORM SHOULD BE RETAINED
BY YOU AT ALL TIMES.
SHOULD YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS PRIOR TO
RETURNING YOUR PRODUCT FOR WARRANTY OR
REPAIR PLEASE TELEPHONE OUR CUSTOMER
SERVICE HELPLINE:
Australia 1800 069 486
New Zealand 0508 069 486
TO ENSURE A SPEEDY RESPONSE PLEASE HAVE THE MODEL NUMBER
AND DATE OF PURCHASE AVAILABLE. AN OZITO CUSTOMER SERVICE
REPRESENTATIVE WILL TAKE YOUR CALL AND ANSWER ANY QUESTIONS
YOU MAY HAVE RELATING TO THE WARRANTY POLICY OR PROCEDURE.