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Power Planer 110 mm (4-3/8”) MODEL 1912B I N S T R U C T I O N WARNING: For your personal safety, READ and UNDERSTAND before using. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. w w w . m a k i t a t o o l s . c o m...
3. Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while operating a power tool. Distrac- tions can cause you to lose control. 1912B 110 mm (4-3/8”) 2 mm (1/16”) 16, 000/min. 355 mm (14”) 4.2 kg (9.3 lbs)
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5. Avoid body contact with grounded sur- faces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is grounded. 6. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
SERVICE 23. Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel. Service or main- tenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury. USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD: Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw.
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16. Wait for complete run-down before putting the tool aside. 17. Use only Makita blades specified in this manual. 18. Some material contains chemicals which may be toxic. Take caution to prevent working dust inhalation and skin contact.
FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION 001603 1. Knob 001604 1. Lock button 2. Switch trigger ASSEMBLY 001605 1. Socket wrench CAUTION: • Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before adjusting or checking function on the tool. Adjusting depth of cut Depth of cut may be adjusted by simply turning the knob on the front of the tool.
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001606 1. Bolt 2. Drum 3. Planer blade 4. Drum cover 5. Adjust plate 001607 1. Adjust plate 2. Screws 3. Heel of adjust plate 4. Back side of gauge base 5. Blade edge 6. Planer blade 7. Inside edge of gauge plate 8.
The speed and depth of cut determine the kind of finish. The power planer keeps cutting at a speed that will not result in jamming by chips. For rough cutting, the depth of cut can be increased, while for a good finish you should reduce the depth of cut and advance the tool more slowly.
001609 001613 1. “V” groove 2. Front base 001614 1. Align the (Y) groove with the edge of the workpiece MAINTENANCE 001610 1. Sharpening holder Chamfering To make a cut as shown in the figure, align the “V’’ groove in the front base with the edge of the workpiece and plane it as shown in the figure.
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To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, car- bon brush inspection and replacement, any other mainte- nance or adjustment should be performed by Makita Authorized or Factory Service Centers, always using Makita replacement parts.
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CAUTION: • These accessories or attachments are recommended for use with your Makita tool specified in this manual. The use of any other accessories or attachments might present a risk of injury to persons. Only use accessory or attachment for its stated purpose.
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First-Class Postage Required Post Office will not deliver without proper postage. Makita U.S.A., Inc. 14930 Northam Street La Mirada, CA 90638-5753 Fold...
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Paste 3. How did you learn about this product: Magazine From Dealer Newspaper Store Display Catalog 4. Most favored points are: Design Features Size Price Makita Brand MODEL NO. YEAR SERIAL NO. PHONE 20-29 30-39 40-49 Paste Paste Radio Exhibition...
Date Purchased When you need service: Send complete tool (prepaid) to one Dealer’s Name & Address of the Makita Factory Service Centers listed, or to an Authorized Makita Service Center. Be sure to attach a letter to the outside of Model No.
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MAKITA LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY Warranty Policy Every Makita tool is thoroughly inspected and tested before leaving the factory. It is warranted to be free of defects from workmanship and materials for the period of ONE YEAR from the date of original purchase.