Makita 2012NB Instruction Manual page 9

Replacing planer blades
CAUTION:
*Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before removing
or
installing
*Handle the blades very carefully when removing or installing the blades to prevent cuts or
*Clean out all chips, dust, pitch or foreign matter adhering to the drum or blades before
*Use blades of the same dimensions and weight, or drum oscillation/vibration will result,
*Replace both blades at the same time.
*The disposable-type blade has
a
cutting edge on both sides. When one cutting edge
becomes dull, you can use the other cutting edge. Always remove resin and dirt sticking
to
the reverse side of the blade before using the other cutting edge. This blade must not
be re-sharpened. When both cutting edges become dull, the blade should e carefully
the blades.
injury from the blades and to prevent damage to the blades. They are razor-sharp.
installing the blades.
causing poor cutting action and, eventually, tool breakdown.
thrown away.
1. Removing blades
Loosen the thumb screw which secures
the chip cover and remove the chip
cover. Remove the screws which secure
the right side cover. Then remove the
right side cover. Turn the pulley until the
drum can be locked in the position
whereby the blade installation bolts face
upward.
Lock
plate Drum Thumb screw
-
Place the two magnetic holders on the set plate and push them in the direction of the
arrow until the claw contact the blade. Remove the six blade installation bolts using the
socket wrench. Grip the magnetic holders and raise them straight up to remove the set
plate and the blade from the drum. Press the lock plate and turn the pulley 180" to lock
the drum. Remove the other blade as described above.
Blade- -Claw
Socket wrench
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