Tool Shed TSTH08 User manual

THICKNESSER / PLANER BENCH TOP
TSTH08
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PRODUCT DETAILS
PRODUCT
MODEL NO.
Thicknesser / Planer Bench Top
TSTH08
D
ISTRIBUTED BY
NOTE:
This manual is only for your reference. Due to the continuous improvement of the ToolShed
products, changes may be made at any time without obligation or notice.
WARRANTY
This product may be covered under the ToolShed warranty. For more information see our Terms
& Conditions at www.thetoolshed.co.nz

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C O N T E N T S:
Product Details ....................................................................................................................................... 2
Specifications .......................................................................................................................................... 4
Identification .......................................................................................................................................... 5
Important Information ........................................................................................................................... 6
Additional Safety .................................................................................................................................... 7
Assembly ................................................................................................................................................. 8
Operation & Use ................................................................................................................................... 10
Maintenance ......................................................................................................................................... 12
Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................................... 13

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SPECIFICATIONS
Planer
Cutting depth 0 - 3mm
Max. cutting width
204mm
Table dimensions
740mm x 210mm
Thicknesser
Work piece thickness
5
–
120mm
Cutting depth
0
–
2mm
Max. cutting width 204mm
Feed rate 8m per minute
Motor size 1500w
Dust extraction size
100mm
Dimensions
800mm x 400mm x 465mm
Weight 27.5kg

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IDENTIFICATION
1.
Thicknesser feed port
9.
Hexagon key
2.
Planing
table
10.
Workpiece
paddles
3.
Sliding
/tilting fence
11.
Blade setting tool
4.
Height adjustable planer feed table
12.
On / off switch
5.
Table height adjustment knob
13.
Thicknesser outlet port
6.
Workpiece guide
14.
Dust extraction adapter
7. Thicknesser bed height adjustment handle 15. Dust extraction port
8. Workpiece guide height adjustment fixing knob

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
GENERAL SAFETY GUIDELINES
WARNING READ ALL SAFETY WARNINGS AND ALL INSTRUCTIONS. Failure to follow
instructions and warnings could lead to serious injury, electric shock, or fire. Save ALL warnings
and instructions for future reference.
WORK AREA SAFETY
- Ensure that your work area is kept well-lit and clean. Lack of visibility and clutter greatly
increase the risk of accident.
- Keep bystanders and children clear when operating machinery. They can cause distraction
or risk injury themselves.
- Ensure you are not operating the machinery in the presence of flammable gases, dust,
liquids, or anything that creates an explosive atmosphere. Machinery can create sparks
which can lead to ignition in these environments.
PERSONAL SAFETY
- Always wear personal protective equipment. Eye protection, ear protection, dust masks
and other protective equipment will help to reduce the risk of personal injury.
- Dress appropriately. Do NOT wear jewellery or loose clothing that can get caught in
moving parts. Keep hair, loose clothing, jewellery, and anything else that could be of risk
away from moving parts or they could be caught.
- Always remain alert and do NOT operate the machinery under the influences of any
substances (drugs, medication, alcohol). Losing focus could lead to injury while operating
machinery.
- Always keep proper footing and balance. Overreaching can lead to slipping and falling
which can result in injury.
- Ensure the power switch is in the off position before connecting any battery or power
source to the machinery. This can lead to accidents as machinery can fire suddenly when it
is not expected and lead to accident.
- Use all provided dust collection and extraction attachments if included. This with the use
of dust masks can help keep you safe from dust and keep your work site clear while working.
- Ensure loose parts such as wrench or adjusting key are removed before starting the
machinery. Failure to remove these can result in serious injury.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
- Do NOT use the machinery in raining conditions or wet areas where the machine could get
wet. Water in the machinery can lead to electric shock.
- Only use the power tool or machinery when the plug correctly matches the power outlet.
Modifying plugs greatly increases the risk of electric shock.
- Keep the power cord away from anything that could damage it such as sharp edges,
moving parts or heat. A damaged power cord increases the risk of electric shock.
- Only operate outdoors with the use of an outdoor extension lead. Not all extension leads
are suited to outdoor use and using one which is not can greatly increase the risk of electric
shock.

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- Avoid body contact with grounded or earthed surfaces. Surfaces such as radiators, ranges,
pipes, and refrigerators can increase risk of electric shock due to your body being earthed or
grounded.
MACHINERY USE AND CARE
- Use the correct tool for the job. Forcing a tool to do a job it was not designed for increases
the risk of accident or injury.
- Disconnect power tools and machinery from power or remove batteries before storing
tools and machinery or making any changes or adjustments to them. This reduces or
removes the risk of power the tool or machinery accidentally firing which can help prevent
injury or accident.
- Check the machine for damage or any condition that could affect the way the machine
operates. An unrepaired machine can lead to accident and injury. Only have your machinery
repaired with genuine parts from The ToolShed.
- Only use the machinery with genuine parts or accessories that are designed to be used
with the power tool and machinery. Failure to do so could result in accident or injury or
damage your machine.
- Store your machine out of reach of children and away from untrained personnel when not
in use. Use by somebody untrained or a child could lead to accident or serious injury.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY FOR TOOLSHED THICKNESSER / PLANER BENCH TOP
1. Before initial start up and at regular intervals, check the blade assembly is secure and
adjusted correctly.
2. Never remove any of the machine’s safety guards except for servicing or maintenance.
3. Never make cuts greater than 3mm.
4. Always wear approved safety equipment during use.
5. Always work on a stable and level surface.
6. Never overreach or place fingers near the blade assembly.
SERVICE
- Have your machinery serviced with ToolShed replacement parts. This will ensure that the
safety of the power tool or machine is maintained.

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ASSEMBLY
NOTE: Remove the plug from the socket before carrying out adjustment, servicing, or
maintenance.
WARNING: Due to the weight of this product, seek assistance when lifting/moving it. Never lift
this product using the worktables.
Feet (Fig.1) – Attach the rubber feet (A) using the four hex bolts
provided.
Tilting Fence (Fig.2) – Attach the rear tilting fence (B) using the two
hex bolts (C) provided.
Thicknesser and Bed Height Adjustment Handle (Fig.3) – Attach the
height adjustment handle (D) by sliding it onto the gear spindle. The
gear spindle is located on the left side of the front of the
planer/thicknesser.
Dust Extraction – Planer (Figs.4-8) – Remove the nut and washer (E)
from the dust extraction chute (F).
NOTE: The machine is fitted with safety switches that will not allow
the machine to start unless the guard is fitted.
Lower the thicknesser bed using the height adjustment handle (Fig.3)
(D) to the lowest point. Insert the dust extraction chute into the feed
port and insert the locating lugs on the chute into the holes on the
thicknesser bed (G).

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Once the extraction chute is fully seated on the bed, raise the bed to the
highest point until it is completely nestled between the bed and the
underside of the planing table.
With the table at the highest point, screw on the nut and washer which was
removed in Fig.4.
Attach the dust extraction adapter (H) to the chute. This will enable the
extraction unit to be used with a 10mm hose or reducing adapter.
Workpiece Guide – Planer (Fig.9&10) – The workpiece guide (I) is used to guide the
wood along the planer table during the planer process.
Locate the arm of the workpiece guide (J) onto the locating pin (K) situated on the
planer bed (Fig.9).
Attach and tighten fixing nut (L) (Fig.10) to height setting screw (M) (Fig.9).
Dust Extraction – Thicknesser (Fig.11&12) – Place dust extraction chute (N) (Fig.11)
onto the planing table. The extraction chute can only attach one way with the fixing
knobs (O) screwing into the bed. The extraction chute also acts as a blade guard
when using the thicknesser.
Attach the dust extraction adapter (P) (Fig.12) to the dust extraction chute (N)
(Fig.11).
NOTE: The machine is fitted with safety switches that will not allow the machine to
start unless the guard is fitted.

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OPERATION & USE
NOTE: Remove the plug from the socket before carrying out adjustment
servicing or maintenance. Any portion of the cutter block not being used must
be guarded.
PLANER (Fig.13&17) – Turn the planer height adjustment knob (Q) to select
the desired height of the bed.
The height, which in turn means the depth of cut applied to the workpiece, is
shown by the pointer (R) on the height scale (S).
Start the planer/thicknesser by pressing the green button marked “I” on the
switch.
NOTE: The switch has an emergency stop button. To activate, press button (T)
when cover (U) is closed.
NOTE: When feeding any workpiece always use a push stick or pressure pad as
applicable. Keep fingers from blade area (X) (Fig.16).
Pass the workpiece over the planing bed at a slow steady pace. Ensure
workpiece is passed in direction of arrow found on planing table.
Use the fence (V) to aid in support of the workpiece. Workpiece guide (W) will
also aid in support of the workpiece.
The rear support fence can be tilted 0-45 degrees depending on the chosen
application. Unlock lever (Y), select angle, and re-tighten locking lever.
THICKNESSER (Fig.18-20) – Follow Figs.11&12 for dust extraction set up
procedure.
Select desired thicknesser heigh using thickness adjustment handle (see Fig.3).
The chosen height is indicated by the pointer on the measuring scale (Z).

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Start the planer/thicknesser by pressing the green button marked “I” on the
safety switch.
NOTE: The switch has an emergency stop button. To activate press button (T)
when cover (U) is closed.
Feed the workpiece slowly into the thicknesser port, resting it on the
thicknesser bed. Once the workpiece comes into contact with the rollers
under the planer bed it will be pulled through and fed out of the thicknesser
exit port automatically.
Attach the outlet on the dust extraction port to a suitable dust extractor. This will reduce the
amount of airborne dust and health risks associated with the inhalation of particles.
Adjust the height of the blade guard/workpiece guide to rest on top of the dust extraction port.
Adjust the height of the table. Rotate the thicknesser table height adjustment clockwise to raise the
table, increasing the material removal. One complete rotation is equivalent to 3mm as indicated on
the scale next to the feed port. 3mm max per pass.
Ensure the blade assembly is not going to contact any foreign objects before rotating the switch
selector anti-clockwise to the thicknesser position.
The maximum amount of material removable is 3mm, however this may not be the case on harder
woods or after the blades have begun to dull. Avoid standing directly in front or behind the
workpiece to avoid injury.
As wood naturally distorts it may be necessary to plane/thickness both top and bottom surfaces of
the workpiece to obtain a true finish.
Trying to remove excessive amounts on a single pass will result in motor overload and will quickly
dull the blades. When thicknessing material which is not parallel it may be necessary to create a
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MAINTENANCE
NOTE: Remove the plug from the socket before carrying out adjustment, servicing or maintenance.
BLADE REMOVAL, REPLACEMENT & SET UP
Blade Removal
Loosen blade and blade holder retaining bolts (AA). Slide out blade and
clean bearings and blade holder using an oily cloth.
Blade Alignment
Place blade alignment tool over blade roller (AB). Blade should touch
underside of tool without raising it off bed.
Planer Thicknesser Tables
Regularly clean the tables of saw dust and more importantly any build up
of sap. Apply a small squirt of moisture dispersant/penetration spray and
wipe over with a cloth.
Take care to vacuum out saw dust from the thicknesser height adjustment
spindles, blade assembly, belt driving housings, anti-kickback fingers and
from around the microswitches.

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TROUBLESHOOTING
Trouble Probable Cause Remedy
Machine will not start. 1. Machine not plugged in.
2. Fuse blown.
3. Cable damaged.
4. Incorrectly set up.
1. Plug in the machine.
2. Replace fuse.
3. Replace cable.
4. Double check micro-
switch/selector switch positions.
Loss of cutting performance.
1.
Blades have become blunt.
2. Drive belt slipping.
1.
Replace or reverse the pair of
blades.
2. Tension or replace belt.
Work piece surface uneven
or cracked.
1. Blades have become blunt.
2. Cutter block clogged.
3. Blades fitted backward.
4. Work piece insufficiently dry.
5. Work piece cut against the grain.
6. Excessive amount of material
removed.
1. Replace or reverse the pair of
blades.
2. Remove sawdust/sap.
3. Refit correctly.
4. Use another piece with lower
moisture content.
5. Reverse work piece and feed
again.
6. Reduce material removal on next
pass (Maximum 3mm removal per
pass.)
Reduced feed rate. 1. Table surface dirty.
2. Roller drive belt slipping.
3. Roller drive mechanism stiff.
1. Clean off any sap.
2. Replace belt.
3. Lubricate drive bearings and
mechanism.
Work piece jams when
thicknessing.
1.
Work piece too large.
2. Excessive amount of material
removed.
1.
Maximum capacity 160mm.
2. Reduce material removal on next
pass. (Maximum 3mm removal
per pass.