Titan SF823N Installation manual

3mm PLANER SF823N
SAFETY AND OPERATING MANUAL

3mm PLANER SF823N
GUARANTEE
This product carries a Screwfix Direct Ltd guarantee of 12 months. If your product
develops a fault within this period, you should,in the first instance contact Screwfix
Direct Ltd on Freephone 0500 41 41 41. If the fault occurs within the first 12 months,
you may return the goods for a full refund or we will repair or replace the goods if
you prefer. When repair is not practical or identical goods are not available, alternative
goods of similar specification and quality will usually be provided but, failing this, you
will be offered a partial or full refund depending on the time period since purchase.
This guarantee specifically excludes losses caused due to:
- Fair wear and tear
- Misuse or abuse
- Lack of routine maintenance
- Failure of consumable items (such as batteries)
- Accidental damage
- Cosmetic damage
- Failure to follow manufacturer’s guidelines
- Loss of use of the goods
- Repairs attempted by anyone, unless authorized by Screwfix Direct Ltd.
This guarantee does not affect your statutory rights. This guarantee is only valid in the UK.
For further technical advice, spare parts or repair service (outside of guarantee) please
contact the customer helpline number on 0845 607 6380.
Congratulations on your purchase of a power tool from Screwfix Direct
Ltd. We want you to continue getting the best performance from it so this
handbook includes information on safety, handling and care. Please retain this
handbook in case you need to refer to any of the information in the future.
Your power tool comes with a 12-month guarantee,so should it develop
a fault within this period contact Screwfix Direct Ltd on Freephone 0500 41
41 41.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING! Read all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below
may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. The term “power tool” in
all of the warnings listed below refers to your mains operated (corded) power tool.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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
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 safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Safety equipment
such as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used
for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.
c. Avoid accidental starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position
before plugging in. Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or
plugging in power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
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

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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 these devices 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 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 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.
HEALTH ADVICE
WARNING! When drilling, sanding, sawing or grinding, dust particles will be
produced. In some instances, depending on the materials you are working with,
this dust can be particularly harmful to you (e.g. lead from old gloss paint).
You are advised to consider the risks associated with the materials you are working
with and to reduce the risk of exposure. You should:
-- Work in a well-ventilated area.
-Work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially
designed to filter microscopic particles.

ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR YOUR PLANER
1. Always wait for the cutter to stop before setting the tool down. An exposed cutting
blade may engage the surface leading to possible loss of control and serious injury.
2. Always wear a dust mask and hearing protectors when using this planer.
3. Do not use damaged or worn blades. Use only sharp blades.
4. Periodically check the screws that hold the blades, loose blades can cause damage
to materials and injure people.
5. Do not start the machine when the blade is in contact with the workpiece.
6. Always move the planer in the cutting direction.
7. Maintain constant pressure on the front and rear of planer.
8. Always inspect and remove all nails and screws etc from timber before planing.
9. If possible, ensure the workpiece is firmly clamped to prevent movement.
10. Where possible, seal off the working area to contain the dust for later removal.
11. Always use the appropriate safety equipment that is required for the product. e.g.
Goggles/Safety Spectacles, Ear defenders(essential with tools with a noise rating of
over 85dB(A), Gloves and face masks. In all ensure that the safety equipment is in good
condition.
Double insulation:
The tool is double insulated. This means that all the external metal parts are electrically
insulated from the mains power supply. Placing insulation barriers between the electrical
and mechanical components making it unnecessary for the tool to be earthed.
Important note
Be sure the supply is the same as the voltage given on the rating plate. The tool is fitted
with a two-core cable and plug.
Remove the mains plug from socket before carrying out, any adjustment or servicing.
SYMBOLS
Read the manual Warning Wear gloves
Wear dust mask,eye & ear protection
Conforms to relevant safety standards

3mm PLANER SF823N
1. CUT DEPTH ADJUSTMENT KNOB
2. DUST EXHAUST OUTLET
3. LOCK OFF BUTTON
4. ON/OFF TRIGGER SWITCH
5. HOUSING
6. DRIVE BELT COVER
7. PARALLEL GUIDE
8. REBATE DEPTH
12
3
4
5
6
7
8

TECHNICAL DATA
Voltage: 230V~50Hz
Input power: 900W
No load speed: 16000min-1
Planing width: 82mm
Cutting depth: 0-3mm
Rebate depth: 0-18mm
Double insulation:
Weight: 4.1Kg
ACCESSORIES
Dust bag 1pc
Rebate depth guide 1pc
Parallel guide 1pc
Spanner 1pc
Allen key 1pc
NOISE AND VIBRATION DATA
Sound pressure level: 90.0dB (A)
Sound power level: 103.0dB (A)
Vibration level: 4.8m/s2

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OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING! Before using your planer, be
sure to read the instruction manual carefully.
1. SWITCH ON AND OFF (see fig1)
To start the tool, firstly press in the lock on button
fully, then depress the on/off switch. Release the
on/off switch to stop.
2. TO ADJUST PLANING DEPTH (see fig2 and
fig3)
The planing depth can be adjusted from 0mm
to 3mm. To adjust the depth, turn the knob until
the required depth setting aligns with the arrow
on housing. Turn clockwise to increase and anti-
clockwise to decrease cutting depth. Always work
from a rough cut to a finish cut. The approximate
setting for rough planing is 0.8mm to 3.0mm.
For finish planing use a setting of approximately
0mm to 0.8mm.
It is recommended that test cuts be made in
scrap wood after each adjustment to make sure
that desired amount of wood is being removed
by your planer.
Note: To protect blades duringstorage, transpor-
ting, etc., set blade depth adjustment to 0mm.
3. GENERAL PLANING OPERATION (see
fig4)
Adjust your planer to the desired depth of cut.
With your left hand holding the front depth
adjustment knob and your right hand holding the
rear handle, place the front base plate on the edge
of workpiece to be planed. Make sure blades are
not touching the workpiece. Apply pressure to the
handle so that the front base plate is completely
flat on the workpiece. Switch on to start your
planer and let the motor reach maximum speed.
Hold the planer firmly and push forward into the
workpiece, using a slow, steady motion. As the
end of the planed cut is reached, apply downward
pressure toward the rear handle. This will help
keep the rear section of the planer base in contact
with the workpiece and will prevent the front of
the planer from gouging the cut. The speed and
depth of cut determine the kind of finish.
Be careful to avoid hitting nails during planing
operation, this could nick, crack, or damage
blades. We suggest that you always keep an extra
set of blades on hand. As soon as the blades in
Depth
adjustment
dial
Fig 2
Arrow
Fig 3
Fig 1
On/off switch Safety button
Fig 4

V-groove
Fig 5
your planer show signs of becoming dull, replace
them.
Caution: Always use two hands on the tool for
any operation, this assures you maintain control
and avoid the risk of serious personal injury.
Workpiece must always be properly supported
and clamped so both hands will be free to control
the planer.
4. CHAMFERING (see fig5 and fig6)
The planer has been designed with chamfering
grooves in the front base plate. The purpose for
this groove is chamfering edges of boards.
Before making a cut on good timber, practice
cutting on scrap timber to determine the amount
to be removed. Clamp the work piece so it will
not move during this operation. Firmly holding
the cut depth adjustment knob with your left
hand and the rear handle with your right hand,
place the chamfering groove on the surface to be
cut. Start your planer and let it reach full speed,
then slowly move it into the work piece. Maintain
downward pressure to keep your planer flat at
the beginning and the end of the work surface.
5. USING THE PARALLEL GUIDE (see fig7)
Insert the screw provided through the hole on the
support of parallel guide. Then turn the screw into
the nut on the housing. Fix the parallel guide on
the support of parallel guide with the screw and
nut. Ensure the screws are tightened securely.
Note: The parallel guide should be fitted on left
of housing (see fig7).
To adjust the parallel guide to required width of
cut, loosen the nut and slide the parallel guide to
the required position. Retighten the nut fully.
When making cuts using your parallel guide, the
guide should be held firmly against the edge of
the workpiece.
6. USING THE DEPTH GUIDE (see fig8)
Insert the screw provided through the slot on the
depth guide. Then turn the screw into the nut on
the housing.
The cut depth adjustment can be set from 0mm
to 18mm.
To adjust the depth guide to depth of cut, place
the planer on a flat board, then loosen the screw
and slide the cut depth adjustment guide up and
down for required depth, then tighten the thumb
Fig 6
Screw
Parallel guide
Support of
parallel guide
Fig 7
Screw Depth guide
Fig 8

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Depth of
rebate cut
Blade
edge Width of
rebate cut
Fig 9
Insert
Remove
Fig 10
screw fully.
The width and depth of rebate cut (see fig9)
The width of rebate cut is adjustable by moving
the parallel guide. The depth of rebate cut is
determined by the moving the depth guide, and
the number of passes made along the workpiece.
7. USING THE DUST COLLECTION BAG (see
fig10)
Your planer is equipped with a dust bag for
collection of wood chips in the work area.
Make sure the zipper on the bag is fully closed. To
fit the dust bag, simply insert the tube end of the
bag into the dust extraction outlet. Then switch on
and start planing.
Cleaning dust exhaust outlet and emptying
the dust bag (see fig11)
After using your planer for an extended period
of time or when planing wet green timber, chips
may build-up in the dust exhaust outlet and
require clearing. Chip build-up restricts air flow
and causes the motor to overheat. Turn off the
planer and remove the dust bag from the dust
exhaust outlet. Clean the chip and dust
exhaust outlet of your planer with a small piece
of wood. Do not use your hands or fingers. Unzip
the dust bag and empty all chips from it. Ensure
collar is free from debris.
We recommend emptying the dust bag
every 3-6 minutes.
8. BLADE REPLACEMENT (seefig12,fig13,
fig14,fig15)
After blades are replaced, check that they are
parallel and in the same line as the rear base
plate. Check this with a straight edge (ruler). To
adjust the blades firstly loosen the three screws
on the blade holder. Then turn the socket head
screw clockwise and the blade will rise up.Turn the
socket head screw anti clockwise and the blade
will be lowered. When adjustment is complete
tighten the three screws.
WARNING! Before replace the blades
remove mains plug from mains supply.
Always put on a glove.
Secure your planer in an upside down position.
Using the blade spanner provided, loosen the
three installation screws on the drum by turn
clockwise.
Note: Do not over loosen the screws. If screws
Unzip the dust bag
Fig 11
Fig 12

are too loose, alignment of the new blade will not
be accurate.
Before removing old blades, take notice of the
direction of cut as well as how the tapered edge
of the old blades are oriented. The tapered edge
of the new blades must be in the same orientation
as the original blades.
Using your finger press the safety cover down,
then using the tip of a spanner (or screwdriver) to
push blade out of the drum and then remove.
Note: If a blade cannot be pushed out of blade
drum easily after loosening screws, use a block
of wood to break the blade loose from the blade
holder, with a short sharp blow. Then push with
a screwdriver to remove the blades. If necessary,
tap block of wood sharply with a small hammer
to break blades loose.
Clean any sawdust or wood chips from around
the blade area.
Slide new blade into the slot of the blade drum.
Use a spanner (or screwdriver) to push the
blade into the blade drum until it is centred into
position. Using the blade spanner, retighten the
three blade installing screws.
Repeat the above procedure to change the other
blades.
After blades are replaced, check that blades are
parallel and same surface as the rear base plate
with ruler. If not, you can adjust the blades with
hexagonal wrench provided. To adjust the blades,
firstly loosen the three screws on the blade holder.
Then turn clockwise the socket head screw, the
blade will be risen, turn anti-clockwise the socket
head screw, the blade will be lowered down.
Finally retighten the three screws fully.
9. DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT (see fig16 and
fig17)
A spare drive belt is supplied with your planer.
If the belt needs to be replaced, firstly switch off
and remove mains plug from mains supply then
remove the drive belt cover. To do this, remove
the screws of the belt cover and take off .
To remove drive belt, first pull out the old belt
forcibly from the large pulley turning, then
completely remove it from small pulley.
Install the new belt over the small pulley, then
turn the belt and push it on the large pulley.
Replace the belt cover. Install belt cover screw
and tighten fully.
Blade
Safety cover
Fig 13
Fig 14
Fig 15
Screw
Fig 16

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Caution: Before replacing the belt, Always make
sure that the tool is switched off and remove
mains plug from mains supply. Always put on a
glove.
10. CORRECT PLANER BLADE SETTING
(see fig18)
Your planing surface will end up rough and
uneven, unless the blade is set properly and
securely.
The blade must be mounted so that the cutting
edge is absolutely level, that is, parallel to
the surface of the rear base. Below are some
examples of proper and improper settings.
MAINTENANCE
1. Your power tool requires no additional
lubrication or maintenance. There are no user
serviceable parts in your power tool.
2. Never use water or chemical cleaners to clean
your power tool. Wipe clean with a dry cloth.
3. Always store your power tool in a dry place.
4. Keep the motor ventilation slots clean.
5. If you see some sparks flashing in the
ventilation slots, this is normal and will not
damage your power tool.
6. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be
replaced by a special cord or assembly available
from the manufacturer or its service agent.
Fig 17
Fig 18

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
Waste electrical products should not be
disposed of with household waste. Please
recycle where facilities exist. Check with
your Local Authority or retailer for recycling
advice.
PLUG REPLACEMENT
The fuse in the main plug of your power tool
should always be replaced with one of identical
rating.
Check the voltage given on your power tool
matches the supply voltage.
The power tool is supplied with a fitted plug,
however if you should need to fit a new plug
follows the instruction below.
IMPORTANT
The wire in the mains lead are coloured in
accordance with the following code:
Blue ---Neutral
Brown ---Live
The wire that is coloured blue must be connected
to the terminal that is marked with the letter N.
The wire that is coloured brown must be
connected to the terminal that is marked with the
letter L.
A 13AMP (BS1363 or BS1363/A) plug must be
used and a 13 AMP fuse must be fitted.
13 AMP
FUSE
BROWN
L (LIVE)
BLUE
N (NEUTRAL)
OUTER
SLEEVE CABLE GRIP

Declaration of Conformity
We, Importer
Screwfix Direct Ltd
Mead Avenue
Houndstone Business Park
Yeovil
BA 22 8RT
Declare that the product
3mm PLANER
SF823N
Complies with the essential health and safety requirements of the following directives:
89/336/EEC, 93/68/EEC – EMC Directive.
73/23/EEC, 93/68/EEC – Low Voltage Directive.
98/37/EC – Machinery Directive.
Standards and technical specifications referred to:
EN 60745-1:2003/+A1:2003
EN 60745-2-14:2003
EN 55014-1 :2000+A1:2001+A2:2002
EN 61000-3-2:2000
EN 61000-3-3:1995+Corr:1997+A1:2001
EN 50366:2003
Authorised Signatory
Date: 15/09/05
Signature:
Name: Peter Harries
Screwfix Direct Ltd
Quality Manager
2005