Global Machinery Company Planer 3BVSIPCF User Manual

50W  
BRE  
UNLIMITED REBATE PLANER  
WITH 3 BLADES & REMOVABLE DRUM  
3BVSIPCF INSTRUCTION MANUAL  
Code: 3BVSIPCF  
Date: 080605  
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Edition: 07  
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Introduction  
Description of symbols  
Your new GMC power tool will more than satisfy  
your expectations. It has been manufactured under  
stringent GMC Quality Standards to meet superior  
performance criteria.  
The rating plate on your tool may show symbols.  
These represent important information about the  
product or instructions on its use.  
Wear hearing protection.  
Wear eye protection.  
Wear breathing protection.  
You will find your new tool easy and safe to operate,  
and, with proper care, it will give you many years  
of dependable service.  
Double insulated for additional protection.  
CAUTION. Carefully read through this entire Instruction  
Manual before using your new GMC Power Tool. Take  
special care to heed the Cautions and Warnings.  
Conforms to relevant standards  
for electromagnetic compatibility.  
Your GMC power tool has many features that will make  
your job faster and easier. Safety, performance, and  
dependability have been given top priority in the  
development of this tool, making it easy to maintain  
and operate.  
Specifications  
Voltage:  
230-240V~50Hz  
750W  
5000 – 15,500min-1  
Power Input:  
Variable Speed:  
Blades:  
Environmental protection  
3 Reversible slither blades  
65Mn standard  
Recycle unwanted materials instead  
of disposing of them as waste. All tools,  
hoses and packaging should be sorted,  
taken to the local recycling centre and  
disposed of in an environmentally safe way.  
Planing Width:  
82mm (3 1/4")  
0 – 3mm (0 – 1/8")  
Yes  
Depth of Cut Range:  
Left or Right Chip Exit:  
Bevelling V Grooves:  
Gear Casing:  
1
Magnesium  
Automatic  
3.9 kg  
Parking Stand:  
Net Weight:  
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3. Personal safety  
General safety rules  
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.  
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 or battery operated (cordless)  
power tool.  
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.  
Save these instructions  
1. Work area  
a. Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered and dark  
areas invite accidents.  
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.  
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.  
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.  
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 adaptor plugs with  
earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs and  
matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.  
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 or long hair can be  
caught in moving parts.  
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.  
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.  
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.  
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.  
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.  
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Ensure your mains supply voltage is the same as your  
tool rating plate voltage.  
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.  
After long working periods, external metal parts and  
accessories could be hot.  
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.  
If possible, always use clamps or a vice to hold your work.  
Always switch off before you put the planer down.  
Do not force the planer: let the tool do the work at  
a reasonable speed. Overloading will occur if too  
much pressure is applied and the motor slows resulting  
in inefficient planing and possible damage to the  
planer motor.  
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.  
Always use a dust extraction system where possible.  
Rags, cloths, cord, string and the like should never be  
left around the work area.  
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.  
Remove all nails, screws and other objects from the  
workpiece. You can damage the blade and the tool by  
cutting into a nail or other foreign object. It can also  
present a safety hazard.  
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 those intended could result in  
a hazardous situation.  
Handle the blades very carefully.  
Be sure that the blade installation bolts are securely  
tightened before operation.  
Always wear eye and ear protection and use a  
dust mask.  
5. Service  
Hold the tool firmly with both hands.  
Keep hands away from rotating parts.  
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.  
Before using the tool on an actual workpiece, switch  
on and let it run for a while. Watch for vibration or  
wobbling that could indicate poor installation or a  
poorly balanced blade.  
Additional safety rules for electric planers  
Wait for the cutter to stop before setting the tool down.  
An exposed cutter may engage the surface leading to  
possible loss of control and serious injury.  
Make sure that a blade is not in contact with the  
workpiece when you switch the machine on.  
Fully unwind cable drum extensions to avoid  
potential overheating.  
Wait until the blades attain full speed before cutting.  
Operate the tool at least 200mm away from your face  
and body.  
When an extension cable is required, you must ensure  
that it has the right ampere rating for your power tool and  
is in safe electrical condition.  
Always switch off and wait until the blades have come to  
a complete standstill before attempting any adjustments.  
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Never stick your finger into the chip chute. Shavings may  
jam in the chute when cutting damp wood. Clean out the  
chips with a stick but only when the tool has been turned  
off and unplugged from the power point.  
The manufacturer shall not be liable for any changes made  
to the tool nor for any damage resulting from such changes.  
Even when the tool is used as prescribed it is not possible  
to eliminate all residual risk factors. The following hazards  
may arise in connection with the tool’s construction  
and design:  
Do not leave the machine running unattended. Operate  
the tool only when controlled by both hands.  
When leaving the planer, switch off and set it with the  
front base up on a wooden block so that the blades are  
not in contact with anything.  
Damage to hearing if effective hearing protection is  
not worn.  
Always remove the plug from the mains socket before  
making any adjustments or maintenance, including  
changing the blades and adjusting the depth of cut.  
Always change the three blades at the same time,  
otherwise the resulting imbalance will cause vibration  
and shorten the blade and tool life.  
Contact with the blades.  
WARNING. Before connecting a tool to a power source  
(mains socket power point receptacle, outlet, etc.) be sure  
that the voltage supply is the same as that specified on the  
nameplate of the tool. A power source with a voltage greater  
than that specified for the tool can result in serious injury to  
the user, as well as damage to the tool.  
Reaching under the base whilst the tool is running and  
making contact with the blade.  
Kickback of workpiece and parts of workpiece.  
Blade fracture.  
Catapulting of faulty pieces from the blade.  
If in doubt, do not plug in the tool. Using a power source  
with a voltage less than the nameplate rating is harmful to  
the motor.  
Contents of carton  
The GMC 3BVSIPCF Planer is supplied with the following  
accessories as standard:  
The tool must be used only for its prescribed purpose.  
Any use other than those mentioned in this Manual will  
be considered a case of misuse. The user and not the  
manufacturer shall be liable for any damage or injury  
resulting from such cases of misuse.  
2 Sets of blades (1 fitted and 1 additional)  
Parallel fence  
Blade wrench  
Barrel allen key  
To use this tool properly, you must observe the safety  
regulations, the assembly instructions and the operating  
instructions to be found in this Manual. All persons who use  
and service the machine have to be acquainted with this  
Manual and must be informed about its potential hazards.  
Children and frail people must not use this tool. Children  
should be supervised at all times if they are in the area in  
which the tool is being used. It is also imperative that you  
observe the accident prevention regulations in force in your  
area. The same applies for general rules of occupational  
health and safety.  
Spare drive belt  
Dust extraction adaptor  
Dust bag  
Unpacking  
Due to modern mass production techniques, it is unlikely  
that your GMC Power Tool is faulty or that a part is missing.  
If you find anything wrong, do not operate the tool until the  
parts have been replaced or the fault has been rectified.  
Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury.  
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Know your product  
1. On/Off trigger switch  
2. Lock off button  
3. Depth adjustment dial  
4. Main handle  
5. Fixed bail handle  
6. Dust/Chip extraction port  
7. Parallel fence attachmen
8. Dust diverter guide switc
9. Fitted reversible blades  
10. Blade barrel  
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11 10 22  
25  
17  
16  
18  
20  
1
2
27  
23  
11. Clamping screws  
12. Front shoe extension  
13. Fixed rear base  
14. Parallel fence guide  
15. Shavings adapter tube  
16. Shavings collection bag  
17. Spanner  
18. Rear parking foot  
19. Variable speed setting  
20. Power ON indicator neon  
21. Drum spindle lock  
22. Drum guard  
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24  
8
5
3
6
13  
23. Drum guard release lever  
24. Power cord  
25. Allen key  
26. Sanding barrel  
15  
27. Spare drive belt  
7
12  
26  
19  
21  
14  
Additional sanding drum sold separately  
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4. Loosen and unscrew the hex head screw  
by rotating the allen key anti-clockwise.  
Replacing/removing  
and installing planer blades  
CAUTION. Always ensure that the tool is switched off  
and unplugged from the power supply before installing or  
removing planer drum.  
Your planer is fitted with a removable drum feature for a  
quick drum change, allowing you to safely install a set of  
blades that may be suitable for you application. The planer  
comes with an additional set of sharp blades.  
Note: Always completely remove the planer drum prior to  
installing new planer blades. For you own safety, it is not  
recommended to remove the planer blades while the drum  
is still installed in the planer.  
5. When the hex head screw has been removed continue to  
remove the two flat washers. Now that the barrel is free  
proceed to extract it out of the planer body by pulling it  
towards you. Then follow on and remove the blades.  
CAUTION: Always ensure that the tool is switched off  
and unplugged from the power supply before installing or  
removing blades. Your planer is fitted with reversible blades.  
Blades can be reversed when blunt. After both sides of the  
blade have been used, they should be discarded.  
Removing the planer barrel  
1. Place the planer on its side so that the motor is facing down.  
2. Raise the drum guard (22) (by  
pressing on the lever) so that  
the hex head screw located on  
the blade barrel is exposed.  
Insert the short end of the  
supplied Allen key into the  
head screw.  
Removing planer blades  
1. Secure the blade drum by  
placing the drum into a vice  
and have one blade (9)  
accessible facing up in the vice.  
Note: It is recommended that  
you place padding around the  
drum – like a cloth when putting  
it in the vice.  
3. Press the drum spindle lock  
button (21), and rotate the  
barrel until it is locked into place. Hold in the lock off  
button until the barrel has been completely removed.  
2. Using the supplied spanner  
(17), loosen the three clamping  
screws. Slide the planer blade  
from the slot in the blade barrel  
in which it is retained.  
CAUTION. The blades are very sharp. Take care when  
handling them.  
Note: The blade barrel has two lock out positions.  
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3. Now that the blade slot in the blade barrel (10) is empty  
you can proceed to either turning over the existing planer  
blade or install a new planning blade by following the  
instructions.  
4. Loosen the vice and rotate the planer barrel and  
move onto the next planer blade, repeating the above  
blade removal and installation process for the remaining  
two blades.  
Installing planer blades  
5. Once the new blades have been installed remove  
blade barrel from vice and continue onto reinstalling  
the planer drum.  
1. The blades are reversible as  
they have a cutting edge on  
both sides. If a blade is worn  
or damaged, the blade can  
be removed and put the other  
way around. Either turn the  
existing planer blade (9) over  
or replace it if required.  
CAUTION. When installing blades, first clean out all chips  
or foreign matter adhering to the blade barrel (10) and the  
blades themselves. Use blades of the same dimensions  
and weight, or the barrel will oscillate and vibrate causing  
poor planing action and possibly a machine breakdown.  
Tighten the clamping screws (11) carefully when attaching  
the blades to the planer. A loose clamping screw could  
be extremely dangerous. Regularly check to see they are  
tightened securely.  
2. Slide the good blade face up onto the blade support  
block of the blade barrel.  
Note. If a blade is damaged, it can be replaced without the  
need to replace the other two blades. When blades are  
worn, they must be replaced as a set of three to prevent  
unbalanced operation with consequential dangerous  
vibration and possible damage to the tool.  
It is essential that the blades sit square in the slot and that  
they are fully inserted prior to tightening the clamping screws.  
If the blades protrude or are not square, they could hit the  
casing with serious risk to the operator and others in the vicinity.  
Correct setting  
Correct setting  
Note. Ensure that the blades are positioned such so that  
they are flush with the rebate side of the base to enable  
correct rebating.  
CAUTION. The blades must  
not protrude out from the base  
rebate side. This may cause an  
injury and break the guard. There  
has to be enough clearance so  
that the blades do not touch the  
drum guard in use.  
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3
2
(a)  
(b)  
Clean smooth cut.  
Note: The ridge along the blade  
should be on the blade face on the opposite side of the  
clamping screws.  
Nicks in surface – as caused by the edge of one or all  
blades not being parallel to the rear base line.  
3. Tighten the clamping screws, ensuring that they are  
tightened evenly in the following manner.  
(a)  
(b)  
Tighten the two outside clamping screws snug tight,  
then the middle screw.  
Working in the same order, fully tighten all three screws.  
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6. Hand screw the hex head screw clockwise to close the  
gap between the washers and hex head screw.  
Gouging at start – as caused by the edge of one or all  
blades not protruding enough in relation to the rear  
base line.  
7. Once the screw has been hand tightened, use the Allen  
key (25) to further tighten until the barrel is secured.  
8. Release the spindle lock and close the drum guard.  
Your power tool is now ready to recommence planing again.  
(a)  
(b)  
Note: Blades must be set correctly or the workpiece will end  
up rough and uneven. The blades must be mounted so that  
the cutting edge is absolutely level. i.e. Parallel to the surface  
of the rear base. Refer to the Correct blade setting section  
in this instruction manual prior to planing when installing new  
planer blades or a new planing barrel configuration.  
Gouging at end – as caused by the edge of one or all  
blades protruding too far in relation to the rear base line.  
(A) front base (moveable shoe)  
(B) rear base (stationary shoe)  
Reinstalling the planer barrel  
1. Place the planer on its side.  
2. Raise the drum guard.  
Removing the planer barrel  
and installing a sanding barrel  
Note. Sanding drum sold separately.  
Your planer has been fitted with a removable drum feature  
for an additional sanding drum, this allows you to convert  
your planer into a drum sander with ease, by following the  
below instructions:  
3. Slide the planer barrel into the  
housing, lining up the blade  
barrel with the spindle.  
Note: Dependent on what sanding grit barrel has been  
selected, the powertool can be used when sanding wood,  
metal, plastic and similar materials. It is used mainly for  
quickly removing a large amount of material. Do not use  
this sander for sanding steel or magnesium.  
4. Press in the drum spindle  
lock button (21) and rotate the  
barrel (10) until the barrel is  
locked into place. Continue to  
hold the in the lock in button  
until the new barrel has been  
tightly secured.  
CAUTION. Always ensure that the tool is switched off  
and unplugged from the power supply before installing or  
removing the drum.  
Note: the blade barrel  
has two lock out positions.  
Removing the planer barrel  
Note: Refer back to earlier in the Instruction Manual for  
detailed information (page 8).  
5. Re-insert the large washer,  
adjusting its position so that  
the spindle end passes through  
the centre. Now insert the  
smaller washer followed by the  
hex head screw.  
1. Place the planer barrel on its side.  
2. Raise the drum guard so that the Hex Head screw  
located on the blade barrel is exposed.  
WARNING. If the larger washer is  
not correctly orientated the drum  
cannot be firmly secured.  
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3. Press in the drum spindle lock  
button and rotate the barrel  
(10) until the barrel is locked  
into place. Hold in the lock in  
button until the new barrel has  
been completely removed.  
Parallel fence guide  
CAUTION. Always ensure that the tool is switched off  
and unplugged from the power supply before making  
adjustments or installing or removing blades.  
1. Fit the fence guide (14) to the  
base by screwing the knobs  
(7) into the fixing points.  
Note: The blade barrel has two  
lock out positions.  
2. When set at right angles to  
the planer base, the fence  
provides a guide to help  
control the planing action.  
Installing a sanding barrel  
Note. Sanding drum not supplied.  
1. Place the planer on its side.  
2. Raise the drum guard.  
Note. The fence can be fitted to  
either side of the base.  
3. Slide a sanding barrel back  
into the housing; lining up the  
sanding barrel with the spindle.  
Note. The angle graduations marked on the fence are for  
indicative purposes only.  
4. Press on the drum spindle lock  
(21) and rotate the barrel (10)  
until the barrel is locked into  
place. Continue to hold in the  
lock in button until the new  
Adjusting the depth of cut  
CAUTION. Always ensure that the tool is switched off  
and unplugged from the power supply before making  
adjustments or installing or removing blades.  
1. Rotate the depth adjustment knob (3) clockwise for a  
deeper cut and anti-clockwise for a shallower cut.  
barrel has been tightly secured.  
Note: The drum spindle lock  
2. The numbers on the ring  
under the depth adjustment  
knob indicate the depth of cut.  
Example, when “1” is next  
to the pointer on the front of  
the planer, the depth of cut is  
approximately 1mm.  
has two lock out positions.  
5. Re-insert the large washer,  
adjusting its position so that the  
spindle end passes through the  
centre. Now insert the smaller  
washer followed by the hex  
head screw.  
3. 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 if necessary.  
WARNING. If the larger washer  
is not correctly orientated the  
drum cannot be firmly secured.  
6. Hand screw the hex head  
screw clockwise to close the  
gap between the washers and  
hex head screw.  
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Switching on and off  
Planing  
CAUTION. Before plugging the machine into the power  
socket always check that the on/off trigger switch (1) and  
lock-off button (2) work properly.  
1. Extract the front shoe extension by placing your thumb in  
the groove on top of the front shoe extension while at the  
same time gripping the shoe and pulling it forward.  
1. Plug in the machine and grip  
the tool with your index finger  
on the on/off trigger switch  
(1) and thumb on the lock-off  
button (2).  
2. Push lock-off button (2) in with  
thumb and press in the on/off  
trigger switch (1) with the rest  
of your hand gripping the tool.  
You can release the finger hold  
on the lock off button (2) once the planer has started.  
2. Place the front shoe extension  
(12) flat on the workpiece  
surface without the blades  
making any contact with the  
workpiece.  
3. To stop the tool, release the thumb hold on the on/off  
button (1).  
4. In order to restart the machine,  
it is necessary to operate both  
the lock-off button (2) and the  
on/off switch (1).  
3. Switch on the tool and wait for  
the blades to reach full speed.  
4. Move the tool gently forward,  
applying pressure on the front  
of the tool, using your hand  
on the secondary handle (5)  
at the start of planing and  
pressure at the rear of the tool,  
using your hand on the main  
handle (4) towards the end of  
the planing stroke.  
CAUTION. Please note that the  
planer blades continue to turn  
for some time after switching off  
the planer. Wait until the motor  
has completely stopped before  
setting down the tool to prevent damage  
to the planer blades or the surface.  
If you wish to rest the planer on its side, do not rest it on the  
side with the vents to prevent dust or chips from getting into  
the motor.  
Note. Do not apply excess  
pressure on unit when front extension shoe extends, this  
could possibly damage the shoe.  
5. When the planer is not to be used for a short period, set  
the depth control knob to the “P” position and rest the  
front of the planer on a block of wood to keep the base  
clear of the surface. Ensure that the rear parking foot is  
down to protect blades.  
Note: As a feature this planer has been fitted with a larger  
front handle than traditional electric planers. The front bail  
handle provides for good ergonomics when planing, allows  
the operator to balance and control the unit with ease and  
makes vertical planing a dream.  
5. Push the planer beyond the edge of the workpiece  
without tilting it downwards.  
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Note. Planing is easier if you incline the workpiece slightly  
away from you so that you plane “downhill”.  
Note. For planing it is recommended to have the planer  
running at full speed to obtain the cleanest possible planing  
result. When sanding the speeds should be set from 1-6.  
On maximum speed the unit will vibrate and be hard to hold.  
6. The rate of planing and the depth of cut determine the  
quality of the finish. For rough cutting, you can increase  
the depth of cut, however to achieve a good finish you  
will need to reduce the depth of cut and advance the tool  
more slowly.  
Chamfering  
1. To make a chamfered cut as shown in fig.1, First align the  
“v” groove (fig.2) in the front base (12) of the planer with  
the corner edge of the workpiece.  
CAUTION. Moving the machine too fast may cause a poor  
quality of cut and can damage the blades or the motor.  
Moving the machine too slowly may burn or mar the cut.  
The proper feed rate will depend on the type of material  
being cut and the depth of the cut. Practice first on a scrap  
piece of material to gauge the correct feed rate and the  
cut dimensions.  
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2
CAUTION. Always use two hands to hold the planer.  
CAUTION. Where possible, clamp the workpiece to  
the bench.  
7. In between operations, you can rest the planer on a flat  
surface with the blade protection foot (18) hinged down  
to support the planer so that the blades are kept clear of  
the surface.  
2. Run the planer along the corner edge.  
Fig. 1. Chamfered edge.  
Fig. 2. Aligning the “v” groove  
Full/Unlimited rebating  
Note. When planing the dust might settle in the front  
extension shoe and block its movement. To clean out the  
dust loosen the two clamping blocks and use a brush or  
compressed air blower.  
The GMC planer comes with an unlimited rebating  
capability. When operating the planer to achieve a full  
rebate the following instructions must be adhered for the  
safety of the tool operator.  
CAUTION. Wear eye protection if using a compressed air  
blower.  
When you want to achieve a full rebate follow the steps 1  
to 3.  
Adjusting the speed  
The speed of the drum can be  
adjusted to suit the material  
being planned or sanded.  
To adjust the speed, move the  
variable speed control (19) until  
you are satisfied that the speed  
is what you need for the job in  
hand. On the speed control dial (19); 1 is the lowest speed  
and ‘max’ is the highest speed.  
1. Using you thumb from the hand located on the front bail  
handle (5) select the drum  
guard release lever (23) and  
push it forward. By pushing  
forward on the drum guard  
release lever (23) the blade  
guard (22) will raise and  
expose barrel/drum (10),  
enabling full unlimited rebating.  
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2. Run the planer along the  
workpiece.  
WARNING. Variable speed should be 1-6 when sanding.  
Never on ‘Max this will cause it to vibrate and possibly  
cause an injury.  
3. Once you have finished  
planing the section take the  
pressure off the drum guard  
release lever (23) and make  
sure that the drum guard (22)  
is full covering the barrel/drum.  
CAUTION: Do not raise the drum guard if it is not  
performing a full/unlimited rebate application.  
WARNING: If the drum guard does not completely close  
immediately stop using the power tool and have the unit  
serviced by a qualified service agent. If you use the product  
with a defective blade drum guard the manufacturer will not  
be held liable for any damage or personal injury caused.  
2. Check to make sure that the planning depth adjustment  
dial (3) is set to the ‘O’ height setting.  
3. Bring the sander onto the work  
piece and apply light pressure.  
4. Pull up the trigger switch (1)  
and set the variable speed at  
1-6 before moving it across  
the work.  
5. Sand with the grain, in parallel  
overlapping strokes.  
6. Adjust the variable speed dial as required.  
7. To remove paint or smooth very rough wood, sand across  
the grain in 45º in two directions, and then finish the  
parallel with the grain.  
Note: The workpiece will automatically raise the blade drum  
guard automatically when rebating up to 45mm (the height  
of the pivot point of the drum guard) timbers.  
Note. Do not apply too much force on the lever, excess  
pressure may cause blade guard to break.  
8. Lift the sander off the work before switching it off.  
9. Remember to keep your hands away from the moving  
sanding barrel, as it will continue to move for a short  
time after the machine is switched off.  
Sanding  
Note. Sanding drum not supplied.  
Dependent on what sanding grit barrel has been selected,  
the powertool can be used when sanding wood, metal,  
plastic and similar materials. It is used mainly for quickly  
removing a large amount of material. Do not use this sander  
for sanding magnesium or steel.  
10. Wear safety goggles, a dust mask and earmuffs.  
11. Use coarse grade to remove rough finishes, Medium  
grade to smooth the work and Fine grade to finish it off.  
It is best to make a trial run on a scrap piece of material  
to determine the optimum grades of belt for a particular  
job. In order to take full advantage of sanding function,  
always purchase good quality sanding barrels.  
Note: When sanding ensure that the depth adjustment dial  
is set on the ‘O’ setting.  
To achieve the best sanding result with this power tool the  
following instructions and tips should be adhered to.  
1. Prior to commencing the sanding application,  
ensure that the sanding barrel  
Selecting the right grade of sanding barrel  
Different grades of sanding barrels can be purchased from  
your local hardware store. Typical grades are Coarse (40  
grit), Medium (80 and 100 grit) and Fine (120 Grit).  
is in good condition and fixed tightly.  
Note: After sanding with a barrel sander, an orbital sander  
should be used to give a better surface  
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Shavings extraction  
Maintenance  
1. Connect the shavings adaptor  
tube (15) to the dust/chip  
extraction port (6).  
WARNING. Always ensure that the tool is switched off and  
the plug is removed from the power point before making any  
adjustments or maintenance procedures.  
2. The adaptor tube (15) can be  
installed to allow shavings to  
flow either to the left or to the  
right of the workpiece.  
Regularly check that all the fixing screws are tight. They  
may vibrate loose over time.  
Cleaning  
1. Keep the tool’s air vents unclogged and clean at all times.  
3. A workshop dust extraction  
2. Remove dust and dirt regularly. Cleaning is best done  
with compressed air or a dry, soft to medium brush like a  
paint brush.  
system or a household vacuum cleaner can be connected  
to the adaptor tube (15) for the efficient removal of dust  
and shavings permitting a safer and cleaner working  
environment, need to add dust extraction tube.  
CAUTION. Wear protective goggles when cleaning the tool.  
3. Re-lubricate all moving parts at regular intervals.  
4. Never use caustic agents to clean plastic parts.  
Drive belt replacement  
CAUTION. Always ensure that the tool is switched off  
and unplugged from the power supply before making  
adjustments or installing or removing blades. Also ensure  
planer is in park and during blade replacement keep hands  
well away from the blade barrel area. It is also suggested  
that you wear leather gloves to change the belt in case you  
make contact with the blades.  
CAUTION. Do not use cleaning agents to clean the plastic  
parts of the tool. A mild detergent on a damp cloth is  
recommended. Water must never come into contact with  
the tool.  
Ensure the tool is thoroughly dry before using it.  
Power cord maintenance  
If the supply cord needs replacing, the task must be carried  
out by the manufacturer, the manufacturer’s agent, or a  
power tool repair centre in order to avoid a safety hazard.  
1. To replace the drive belt first take out the five cross-head  
screws that secure the drive belt cover on the left-hand  
side of the planer as viewed from the rear.  
2. Remove the damaged belt and use a soft brush to clean  
the pulleys and the surrounding area.  
Note. Wear eye protection when cleaning out the pulley area.  
3. With the four continuous “v” profiles on the inside, place  
the new belt over the bottom pulley.  
Half fit the other end of the belt on the top pulley then roll  
the belt in place whilst turning the pulley.  
4. Check that the belt runs evenly by manually turning the belt.  
5. Replace the cover and the five fixing screws.  
6. Replace the electrical plug and run the planer for a  
minute or two to make sure that the motor and belt are  
operating correctly.  
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GMC customer assist  
If your product needs repairing or you simply need help  
or advice, please contact us on our Customer Assist Line  
1300 880 001 (Australia) or 0800 445 721 (New Zealand).  
For prompt service we suggest you log your service request  
online at www.gmcservice.com.au. Should you not have  
access to the Internet, please contact our service department  
on 1300 880 001 (Australia) or 0800 445 721 (New Zealand).  
7am 7pm, 7days a week (AEST).  
Please note that if repair is required, you must  
provide a valid original purchase receipt.  
You will need the following details at hand to log your service request;  
Personal details: First & Last name, address, pick up address,  
contact phone numbers, email address  
Product details: Product number, date of purchase, retailer bought from,  
State & postcode, receipt number, reason for the request,  
copy of official purchase receipt  
Attach your purchase receipt and save with this Manual for future reference.  
Please refer to our website www.gmcompany.com for full GMC warranty Terms and Conditions.  
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