Performax 241-0993 User manual

Planer
241-0993
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OPERATOR’S MANUAL
CAUTION: To Reduce The Risk Of Injury, User Must Read And
Understand Operator’s Manual. Save These Instructions For Future
Reference.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Safety Symbols......................................................... Page 2
Safety Instructions ...................................................... Page 3
Overview/Specications ................................................. Page 7
Assembly ............................................................. Page 8
Operation ............................................................ Page 12
Maintenance .......................................................... Page 14
Troubleshooting ....................................................... Page 14
Warranty ............................................................. Page 18

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SAFETY SYMBOLS
Some of these following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them and learn their
meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and
more safely.
Symbol Name Designation / Explanation
V Volts Voltage
A Amperes Current
Hz Hertz Frequency (cycles per second)
W Watts Power
∿Alternating current Type of current
�Direct current Type or characteristic of current
noNo-load speed Rotational speed at no load
lbs Pounds Weight
Class II construction Double insulated construction
.../min Per minute Revolutions, strokes, surface speed
orbits, etc., per minute
Wear safety goggles WARNING: The operation of
any power tool can result in foreign
objects being thrown into your eyes,
which can result in severe eye damage.
Before beginning power tool operation,
always wear safety goggles or safety
glasses with side shields and a full-face
shield when needed. We recommend a
Wide Vision Safety Mask for use over
eyeglasses or standard safety glasses
with side shields. Always use eye
protection which is marked to comply
with ANSI Z87.1.
WARNING: To ensure safety and reliability, all repairs should be performed by a
qualied service technician.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The safety
symbols, and the explanations with them, deserve your careful attention and understanding.
The symbol warnings do not, by themselves, eliminate any danger. The instructions and
warnings they give are no substitutes for proper accident prevention measures.
WARNING: Be sure to read and understand all safety instructions in this manual,
including all safety alert symbols such as “DANGER,” ”WARNING,” and “CAUTION”
before using this tool. Failure to following all instructions listed below may result in
electric shock, re, and/or serious personal injury.
SYMBOL MEANING
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL: Indicates DANGER, WARNING, OR CAUTION.
May be used in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs.
DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could
result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE: (Without Safety Alert Symbol) Indicates a situation that may result in property
damage.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

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GERNERAL POWER TOOL
SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING: Read all safety
warnings and all instructions. Failure to
follow the warnings and instructions may
result in electric shock, re 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.
WORK AREA SAFETY
1. Keep work area clean and well lit.
Cluttered and dark areas invite accidents.
2. Do not operate power tools in explosive
atmospheres, such as in the presence of
ammable liquids, gases or dust. Power
tools create sparks which may ignite the
dust or fumes.
3. Keep children and bystanders away
while operating a power tool. Distractions
can cause you to lose control
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
1 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. Unmodied plugs
and matching outlets will reduce risk of
electric shock.
2 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.
3 Do not expose power tools to rain or
wet conditions. Water entering a power tool
will increase the risk of electric shock.
4 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.
5 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.
6 If operating a power tool in a damp
location is unavoidable, use a ground-fault
circuit interrupter (GFCI) protected supply.
Use of a GFCI reduces the risk of electric
shock.
PERSONAL SAFETY
1. 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 inuence of
drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of
inattention while operating power tools may
result in serious personal injury.
2. Use personal protective equipment.
Always wear eye protection. Protective
equipment such as dust mask, non-skid
safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection
used for appropriate conditions will reduce
personal injuries.
3. 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 nger on the
switch or energizing power tools that have
the switch on invites accidents.
4. 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.
5. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing
and balance at all times. This enables better
control of the power tool in unexpected
situations.
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6. Dress properly. Do not wear loose
clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing
and gloves away from moving parts. Loose
clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught in
moving parts.
7. If devices are provided for the
connection of dust extraction and
collection facilities, ensure that these are
connected and properly used. Use of these
devices can reduce dust-related hazards.
POWER TOOL USE AND CARE
1. Do not force the power tool. Use the
correct power tool for your application.
The correct power tool will do the job better
and more safely at the rate for which it was
designed.
2. 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.
3. 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.
4. 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.
5. Maintain power tools. Check for
misalignment or binding of moving parts,
breakage of parts and any other condition
that may affect the power tool’s operation.
If damaged, have the power tool repaired
before use. Many accidents are caused by
poorly maintained power tools.
6. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean.
Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp
cutting edges are less likely to bind and are
easier to control.
7. Use the power tool, accessories,
tool bits, etc. in accordance with these
instructions, 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.
SERVICE
1. Have your power tool serviced by a
qualied repair person using only identical
replacement parts. This will ensure that the
safety of the power tool is maintained
SAFETY GUIDELINES FOR
PLANERS
1. Wait for the cutter to stop before setting
the tool down. An exposed rotating cutter
may engage the surface leading to possible
loss of control and serious injury.
2. Hold the power tool by insulated
gripping surfaces only, because the cutter
may contact its own cord. Cutting a “live”
wire may make exposed metal parts of the
power tool “live” and could give the operator
an electric shock.
3. Use clamps or another practical way
to secure and support the workpiece to a
stable platform. Holding the work by your
hand or against the body leaves it unstable
and may lead to loss of control.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY
GUIDELINES FOR PLANERS
1. Always start the planer and allow the
blade to come to full speed before the
blade is in contact with the workpiece. The
tool can vibrate or chatter if the blade speed
is too slow at the beginning of the cut and
could possibly kickback.
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2. Check the workpiece for nails. If there
are nails, either remove them or set them
well below the intended nished surface.
If the planer blades strike objects like nails
they may cause the tool to kickback, and
serious personal injury may result.
3. Unplug the planer before changing
accessories. Before plugging the tool
in, check that the trigger lock is “OFF”.
Accidental start-ups may occur if planer is
plugged in while changing an accessory.
4. Do not put ngers or any objects into
the chip ejector or clean out chips while
the tool is running. Contact with the blade
drum will cause injury.
5. Never place the planer down until the
blade is completely at rest. Surface contact
with a coasting blade drum may cause the
plane to walk out of control.
6. Never use dull or damaged blades.
Sharp blades must be handled with care.
Damaged blades can snap during use. Dull
blades require more force to push the tool,
possibly causing the blade to break.
7. Always hold the tool rmly with both
hands for maximum control.
8. Never pull the planer backward over
the workpiece. Loss of control may occur.
9. Always wear ear and eye protection
and a breathing mask.
WARNING: Some dust created by
power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling
and other construction activities contains
chemicals known to the state of California
to cause cancer, birth defects or other
reproductive harm. Some examples of
these chemicals are:
• Lead from lead-based paints
• Crystalline silica from bricks and
cement and other masonry products,
and
• Arsenic and chromium from chemically-
treated lumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies,
depending on how often you do this type
of work. To reduce your exposure to these
chemical: work in a well ventilated area,
and work with approved safety equipment,
such as those dust masks that are specially
designed to lter out microscopic particles.
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ON/OFF Trigger switch
Rabbeting
depth stop
Dust bag
Edge guide
Wrench storage
sleeve
Edge-guide
attachment knob
Dust/chip extraction
port (x 2)
Blade
Clamping element
Clamping screw
Dust/chip extraction
guide switch
Depth-adjustment
knob
Adjustable front base
Fixed rear
base
Lock-off button
Handle
SPECIFICATIONS
Motor 120V 60Hz 6.0A
Single speed 17,000 RPM (no load)
Planing depth 0 – 1/8” (3mm)
Rabbeting depth 0 – 23/32” (18mm)
Planing width 3-1/4” (82mm)
Weight 6 lbs. 12 oz.
OVERVIEW

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WARNING: If any part is broken
or missing, DO NOT attempt to plug in the
power cord or operate the tool until the
broken or missing part is replaced. Failure
to do so could result in possible serious
injury.
WARNING: Do not attempt to
modify this tool or create accessories not
recommended for use with this tool. Any
such alteration or modication is misuse
and could result in a hazardous condition
leading to possible serious injury.
WARNING: Your tool should
never be connected to the power source
when you are assembling parts, making
adjustments, installing or removing
blades, cleaning, or when it is not in
use. Disconnecting the tool will prevent
accidental starting, which could cause
serious personal injury.
CONTENTS
Planer, edge guide, blade-change wrench
(installed on the planer), rabbeting depth
stop, dust bag and instruction manual.
UNPACKING
1. Carefully remove the tool and any
accessories from the carton. Make sure
that all items listed in the packing list are
included.
2. Inspect the tool carefully to make sure
that no breakage or damage occurred
during shipping.
3. Do not discard the packing material
until you have carefully inspected and
satisfactorily operated the tool.
ASSEMBLY
REPLACING THE PLANER
BLADES
CAUTION: Always ensure that
the tool is switched OFF and unplugged
from the power supply before installing or
removing blades.
REMOVING A PLANER BLADE
(FIG. 1-2)
1. Disconnect the plug from the power
source.
2. Place the planer upside down on a at
surface.
3. Loosen the three clamping screws with
the wrench that is provided (FIG. 1).
4. Carefully push the blade sideways out
of the blade drum. A piece of wood may
be used for this purpose (FIG. 2).
FIG. 1
FIG. 2
NOTICE: The planer blades may not be re-
sharpened. Do not attempt to sharpen or
use re-sharpened blades of any kind.

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INSTALLING A PLANER BLADE
(FIG. 3)
1. Disconnect the plug from power source.
2. Place the planer upside down on a at
surface.
3. Clean all surfaces before reinstalling
the new blade, as this will ensure an
accurate blade setting and proper tool
performance.
4. Slide a new, sharp blade into the blade
holder of the clamping element (FIG. 3).
The blade groove must engage with the
blade holder.
5. Tighten the three clamping screws
again with the wrench (provided).
FIG. 3
NOTICE: The included planer blades have
two cutting edges and may be reversed
when one side becomes dull. When both
cutting edges are dull, the planer blade
must be replaced. The planer blades may
not be re-sharpened. Do not attempt to
sharpen or use re-sharpened blades of
any kind.
NOTICE: Use only blades designated
for use with this model, because other
blades will cause vibration, decrease
performance and may not clamp securely
in the blade holder.
Compatible with Bosch PA1202 planer
blade.
CAUTION: When installing blades,
rst clean out all chips and/or foreign
matter adhering to the blade drum and
the clamping element. Use blades of the
same dimensions and weight, or else the
drum will oscillate and vibrate, causing
poor planing action and tool breakdown.
Tighten the clamping screws carefully
when attaching the blades to the planer. A
loose clamping screw could be extremely
dangerous. Regularly check and ensure
that the clamping screws are securely
tightened.
NOTICE: Your planing surface will end
up rough and uneven unless the blades
are set properly and securely. The blades
must be mounted so that the cutting edge
is absolutely level relative to the surface
of the front and rear base.
ADJUSTING THE EDGE GUIDE
(FIG. 4-5)
1. To attach the edge guide, remove the
edge-guide attachment knob and slide
the edge guide into the planer.
2. Replace the edge-guide attachment
knob and rmly tighten it (FIG. 4).
3. Loosen the locking nut and slide the
edge guide to the desired position.
Securely tighten the locking nut (FIG. 5).
FIG. 4
FIG. 5
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ADJUSTING THE RABBETING
DEPTH STOP (FIG. 6)
The rabbeting depth stop allows the user
to set any rabbeting depth from 0 to 23/32”
(18mm).
For best results, it is important that the blade
be properly aligned with the front base. The
width of the rabbet is controlled by the edge
guide. The maximum cutting width is 3-1/4”
(82mm), and the nal depth is achieved by
repeating the planing procedure until the
rabbeting depth stop contacts the workpiece.
FIG. 6
Indicator line
SETTING THE RABBETING DEPTH
1. Loosen the rabbeting depth-stop locking
nut and set the desired rabbet depth by
aligning the depth scale on the rabbeting
depth stop with the indicator line.
2. Securely tighten the locking nut.
ADJUSTING THE DEPTH OF CUT
(FIG. 7)
WARNING: Your tool should
never be connected to the power source
when you are assembling parts, making
adjustments, installing or removing
blades, cleaning, or when it is not in
use. Disconnecting the tool will prevent
accidental starting, which could cause
serious personal injury.
The proper cutting depth should be
determined according to the hardness,
gumminess or moisture content of the
material being cut, as well as the feed rate,
and is largely a matter of experience. Rotate
the depth-adjustment knob clockwise for
a deeper cut and counterclockwise for a
shallower cut.
The numbers on the ring under the depth-
adjustable knob indicate the depth of cut,
e.g., when 1/32” is next to the pointer on
the front of the planer, the depth of cut is
approximately 1/32”.
If it is necessary to accurately determine the
depth of cut, plane a scrap piece of wood,
measure the difference in thickness and
adjust the setting.
FIG. 7
DUST/CHIP EXTRACTION GUIDE
SWITCH (FIG. 8)
Moving the switch to the left of the tool will
cause chips to be discharged through the
left extraction port; moving it to the right of
tool causes chips to be discharged through
the right extraction port.
FIG. 8
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DUST BAG (FIG. 9-10)
• The planer is equipped with two dust/
chip extraction ports, either which may
be used with a dust bag to keep your
work environment cleaner.
• When planing, attach the dust bag to
the dust/chip extraction port for smaller
jobs. In addition, wear a suitable dust
mask, as there may be some residual
airborne dust particles in the area.
• To attach the dust bag (FIG. 9): Align
the raised emboss on the dust bag with
the groove in the extraction port, and
slide the dust bag into the port. Then
rotate the dust bag towards the front of
tool to lock it in place. Use the dust/
chip extraction guide switch to direct
the dust to the side on which the dust
bag is attached.
• Empty the dust bag: Empty the dust bag
by unzipping the bag (FIG. 10) and then
gently tap the bag to remove the dust.
• For a more thorough cleaning of the
dust bag, slip the bag off of the frame
and the turn bag inside out. Use a soft
brush to brush the dust off of the lining.
FIG. 9
FIG. 10
BLADE CHANGE WRENCH
STORAGE AREA (FIG. 11)
Your tool is equipped with a blade wrench
that is conveniently located in the handle
base, where it is always handy and unlikely
to get lost or misplaced.
FIG. 11
TOOL PARK REST (FIG. 12)
The park rest swings down to help to keep
the blade from coming in contact with the
work surface when the planer is not in use
(FIG. 12). The tool park rest was designed to
swing up and out of the way by itself when
the back of the planer crosses the leading
edge of the workpiece.
FIG. 12
Tool park rest
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SWITCHING ON AND OFF
(FIG. 13)
CAUTION: Before plugging the
machine into the power supply, always
check that the trigger switch and lock-off
button are working properly.
1. Connect the power cord of your planer
to a standard household power outlet.
2. To turn the planer ON, hold the tool with
both hands, push in the lock-off button,
and then press the on/off trigger switch.
3. To turn the planer OFF, release the
trigger switch.
FIG. 13
PLANING (FIG. 14)
CAUTION: Hold the tool with
both hands while starting the tool, since
torque from the motor can cause the tool
to twist.
1. Unplug the planer and adjust the edge
guide and cutting depth as appropriate.
2. Clamp the workpiece securely to a
workbench.
3. Connect the power cord of your planer
to a standard household power outlet.
4. While standing comfortably, hold the
planer rmly with both hands.
5. Place the front base of the planer
against the workpiece surface without
the blades making any contact with the
workpiece.
6. Switch on the tool, allow it to reach full
speed, and guide the tool with even
feed over the surface to be planed.
7. Move the tool gently forward, applying
pressure on the front of the tool at
the beginning of the planing pass and
pressure at the rear of the tool at the
end of the planning pass.
8. Push the planer beyond the edge of the
workpiece, being careful not to tilt it
downward.
9. Remove the planer from the workpiece
before turning it off.
The rate of planing and the depth of cut
determine the quality of the cut. For rough
cutting, you can increase the depth of cut.
To achieve a smooth cut, you will need to
reduce the depth of cut and advance the
planer slowly across the workpiece.
The proper feed rate will depend on the
type of material being cut and the depth
of the cut. When planing hard materials
(e.g., hardwood), as well as when utilizing
the maximum planer width, set only low
planing depths and reduce the planer feed
as required.
Practice rst on a scrap piece of material
to gauge the correct feed rate and the cut
dimensions.
FIG. 14
NOTICE: Moving the planer too quickly
may cause a poor quality of cut and can
damage the blades or the motor. Moving
the planer too slowly may burn or mar the
workpiece.
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PLANING WITH THE EDGE GUIDE
(FIG. 15)
The edge guide can be used to control the
width of the cut or for simply providing
added stability and protection when cutting
materials that are up to 3-1/4” (82 mm) wide
(FIG. 15).
FIG. 15
82mm max
18mm
max
Blade
CHAMFERING (FIG. 16)
The “V” groove in the front base allows quick
and easy chamfering of workpiece edges.
1. Place the “V” groove on the front base
over the edge to be chamfered. Be
sure the blades are not touching the
workpiece.
2. Position the “V” groove absolutely at
on the edge to be beveled.
3. Grasp the tool rmly with both hands,
turn the tool on and push the planer
forward with steady pressure on the
front base.
FIG. 16
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BEFORE EACH USE
1. Inspect the planer, the trigger switch, the
cord and the accessories for damage.
2. Check for damaged, missing, or worn
parts.
3. Check for loose screws, misalignment
or binding of moving parts, or any other
condition that may affect the operation.
4. If abnormal vibration or noise occurs,
turn the tool off immediately and have
the problem corrected before further
use. Unplug the tool from the power
source before cleaning or performing
any maintenance.
5. Using compressed air may be the most
effective cleaning method. Always wear
safety goggles when cleaning tools with
compressed air.
PLANER BLADES
The planer blades may not be re-sharpened.
Do not attempt to sharpen or use re-
sharpened blades of any kind.
Use only blades designated for use with
this model, because other blades will cause
vibration, decrease performance and may
not clamp securely in the blade holder.
WARNING: Do not let brake uids,
gasoline, petroleum-based products,
penetrating oil, etc., come into contact
with plastic parts. They contain chemicals
that can damage, weaken, or destroy
plastic.
WARNING: When servicing, use
only identical replacement parts. The use
of any other parts may create a hazard or
cause damage to the product.
WARNING: Use only accessories
that are recommended for your model
by the manufacturer. Accessories that
may be suitable for one tool may become
hazardous when used on another tool.
WARNING: Maintain tools with
care. Properly maintained tools work to
their best advantage and are easier to
control.
WARNING: To ensure safety and
reliability, all repairs should be performed
by a qualied service technician.
MAINTENANCE
TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM CAUSE SUGGESTED CORRECTIVE
ACTION
The planer does not
work. The planer is not plugged in. Check that the cord is plugged in.
Over vibration. Old or misaligned blade. Replace blade.

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NOTES

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NOTES

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NOTES

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THIS WARRANTY IS VOID WITHOUT THEM
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If you are not completely satised with your PERFORMAX®brand power tool
for any reason within thirty (30) days from the date of purchase, return the tool
with your original receipt to any MENARDS®retail store, and we will provide
you a refund – no questions asked.
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This PERFORMAX®brand power tool carries a 2-Year Limited Warranty to the
original purchaser. If, during normal use, this PERFORMAX®power tool breaks or
fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within two (2) years from the date
of original purchase, simply bring this tool with the original sales receipt back to
your nearest MENARDS®retail store. At its discretion, PERFORMAX®agrees to
have the tool or any defective part(s) repaired or replaced with the same or similar
PERFORMAX®product or part free of charge, within the stated warranty period,
when returned by the original purchaser with original sales receipt. Notwithstanding
the foregoing, this limited warranty does not cover any damage that has resulted
from abuse or misuse of the Merchandise. This warranty: (1) excludes expendable
parts including but not limited to blades, brushes, belts, bits, light bulbs, and/or
batteries; (2) shall be void if this tool is used for commercial and/or rental purposes;
and (3) does not cover any losses, injuries to persons/property or costs. This warranty
does give you specic legal rights and you may have other rights, which vary from
state to state. Be careful, tools are dangerous if improperly used or maintained.
Seller’s employees are not qualied to advise you on the use of this Merchandise.
Any oral representation(s) made will not be binding on seller or its employees. The
rights under this limited warranty are to the original purchaser of the Merchandise
and may not be transferred to any subsequent owner. This limited warranty is in lieu
of all warranties, expressed or implied including warranties or merchantability and
tness for a particular purpose. Seller shall not be liable for any special, incidental,
or consequential damages. The sole exclusive remedy against the seller will be for
the replacement of any defects as provided herein, as long as the seller is willing or
able to replace this product or is willing to refund the purchase price as provided
above. For insurance purposes, seller is not allowed to demonstrate any of these
power tools for you.
For questions / comments, technical assistance or repair parts –
Please Call Toll Free at: 1-866-858-2664 (M-F 8:30am-5:00pm Est.)
PLANER
WARRANTY

04/2016
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