Power Planer
170 mm (6 - 3/4”)
MODEL 1806B
DOUBLE
INSULATION
I N S T R U C T I O N M A N U A L
WARNING:
For your personal safety, READ and UNDERSTAND before using.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
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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.
14. Use safety equipment. Always wear eye
protection. Dust mask, non-skid safety
shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection must
be used for appropriate conditions. Ordinary
eye or sun glasses are NOT eye protection.
6. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet
conditions. Water entering a power tool will
increase the risk of electric shock.
Tool Use and Care
15. Use clamps or other practical way to
secure and support the workpiece to a
stable platform. Holding the work by hand or
against your body is unstable and may lead
to loss of control.
7. Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord
to carry the tools or pull the plug from an
outlet. Keep cord away from heat, oil,
sharp edges or moving parts. Replace
damaged cords immediately. Damaged
cords increase the risk of electric shock.
16. Do not force tool. Use the correct tool for
your application. The correct tool will do the
job better and safer at the rate for which it is
designed.
8. When operating a power tool outside, use
an outdoor extension cord marked “W-A”
or “W”. These cords are rated for outdoor
use and reduce the risk of electric shock.
17. Do not use tool if switch does not turn it
on or off. Any tool that cannot be controlled
with the switch is dangerous and must be
repaired.
Personal Safety
9. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and
use common sense when operating a
power tool. Do not use tool while tired or
under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or
medication. A moment of inattention while
operating power tools may result in serious
personal injury.
18. Disconnect the plug from the power
source before making any adjustments,
changing accessories, or storing the tool.
Such preventive safety measures reduce the
risk of starting the tool accidentally.
19. Store idle tools out of reach of children
and other untrained persons. Tools are
dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
10. Dress properly. Do not wear loose cloth-
ing or jewelry. Contain long hair. Keep
your hair, clothing, and gloves away from
moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long
hair can be caught in moving parts.
20. Maintain tools with care. Keep cutting
tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained
tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely
to bind and are easier to control.
11. Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch
is off before plugging in. Carrying tools with
your finger on the switch or plugging in tools
that have the switch on invites accidents.
21. Check for misalignment or binding of
moving parts, breakage of parts, and any
other condition that may affect the tools
operation. If damaged, have the tool ser-
viced before using. Many accidents are
caused by poorly maintained tools.
12. Remove adjusting keys or wrenches
before turning the tool on. A wrench or a
key that is left attached to a rotating part of
the tool may result in personal injury.
22. Use only accessories that are recom-
mended by the manufacturer for your
model. Accessories that may be suitable for
one tool, may become hazardous when used
on another tool.
13. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing
and balance at all times. Proper footing and
balance enables better control of the tool in
unexpected situations.
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24. When servicing a tool, use only identical
replacement parts. Follow instructions in
the Maintenance section of this manual.
Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow
Maintenance instructions may create a risk of
electric shock or injury.
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. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of
power and overheating. Table 1 shows the correct size to use depending on cord length and
nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gage. The smaller the gage num-
ber, the heavier the cord.
Table 1: Minimum gage for cord
Volts
120 V
Total length of cord in feet
Ampere Rating
25 ft.
50 ft.
100 ft.
150 ft.
More Than
Not More Than
AWG
0
6
10
12
6
18
18
16
14
16
16
16
12
16
14
14
14
12
12
10
12
16
Not Recommended
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
USB042-2
DO NOT let comfort or familiarity with product (gained from
repeated use) replace strict adherence to planer safety rules. If
you use this tool unsafely or incorrectly, you can suffer serious
personal injury.
1. Rags, cloth, cord, string and the like
6. Keep hands away from rotating parts.
should never be left around the work area.
7. Before using the tool on an actual work-
piece, let it run for a while. Watch for
vibration or wobbling that could indicate
poor installation or a poorly balanced
blade.
2. Avoid cutting nails. Inspect for and
remove all nails from the workpiece before
operation.
3. Use only sharp blades. Handle the blades
very carefully.
8. Make sure the blade is not contacting the
workpiece before the switch is turned on.
4. Be sure the blade installation bolts are
securely tightened before operation.
9. Wait until the blade attains full speed
before cutting.
5. Hold the tool firmly with both hands.
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10. Keep at least 200 mm (8”) away from the
15. Always change both blades or covers on
the drum, otherwise the resulting imbal-
ance will cause vibration and shorten tool
life.
tool at all times.
11. Always switch off and wait for the blades
to come to a complete stop before any
adjusting.
16. Wait for complete run-down before putting
the tool aside.
12. Never stick your finger into the chip chute.
Chute may jam when cutting damp wood.
Clean out chips with a stick.
17. Use only Makita blades specified in this
manual.
13. Do not leave the tool running. Operate the
18. Some material contains chemicals which
may be toxic. Take caution to prevent dust
inhalation and skin contact. Follow mate-
rial supplier safety data.
tool only when hand-held.
14. When leaving the planer, switch off and
set it with the front base up on a wooden
block, so that the blades do not contact
anything.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING:
MISUSE or failure to follow the safety rules stated in this
instruction manual may cause serious personal injury.
SYMBOLS
USD201-2
The followings show the symbols used for tool.
V .......................volts
....................no load speed
n
A .......................amperes
....................Class II Construction
Hz .....................hertz
.../min................revolutions or reciprocation per
minute
................alternating current
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FUNCTIONAL
DESCRIPTION
CAUTION:
•
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
unplugged before adjusting or checking function on the
tool.
002563
Adjusting depth of cut
Depth of cut may be adjusted by simply turning the knob on
the front of the tool.
1
1. Knob
002552
Switch action
CAUTION:
1
•
Before plugging in the tool, always check to see that the
switch trigger actuates properly and returns to the “OFF”
position when released.
2
•
Switch can be locked in “ON” position for ease of
operator comfort during extended use. Apply caution
when locking tool in “ON” position and maintain firm
grasp on tool.
1. Lock button
2. Switch trigger
To start the tool, simply pull the switch trigger. Release the
switch trigger to stop.
For continuous operation, pull the switch trigger and then
push in the lock button.
To stop the tool from the locked position, pull the switch trig-
ger fully, then release it.
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ASSEMBLY
CAUTION:
•
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
unplugged before carrying out any work on the tool.
002560
Removing or installing planer blades
CAUTION:
1
•
Tighten the blade installation bolts carefully when
attaching the blades to the tool. A loose installation bolt
can be dangerous. Always check to see they are
tightened securely.
2
•
•
Handle the blades very carefully. Use gloves or rags to
protect your fingers or hands when removing or installing
the blades.
1. Hex wrench
2. Bolt
Use only the Makita wrench provided to remove or install
the blades. Failure to do so may result in overtightening
or insufficient tightening of the installation bolts. This
could cause an injury.
To remove the blades on the drum, unscrew the five installa-
tion bolts with the hex wrench. The drum cover comes off
together with the blades.
002561
To install the blades, first clean out all chips or foreign matter
adhering to the drum or blades. Use blades of the same
dimensions and weight, or drum oscillation/vibration will
result, causing poor planing action and, eventually, tool
breakdown.
1
2
3
4
5
There are two adjusting screws for each blade. When install-
ing the blade, the notch in the blade should fit over the head
of the adjusting screw. Then fit on the drum cover and secure
all the installation bolts only finger-tight.
1. Adjusting screw
2. Planer blade
3. Notch in the blade
4. Drum cover
5. Drum
Turn the drum until the blade edge is right in the middle
between the front and rear bases.
002562
Place the triangular rule flat on the rear base and run it out
over and across the blade edge. Turn the two adjusting
screws to adjust the blade protrusion. The blade setting
should be made so that the protrusion will be uniform all the
way across. Thus the triangular rule should be flush with the
entire width of the blade edge. After adjusting both blades,
tighten all the installation bolts evenly and alternately with the
wrench.
1
2
1. Triangular rule
2. Screwdriver
After tightening the bolts, secure the adjusting screws fully.
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For the correct planer blade setting
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.
EN0004-1
(A) Front base (Movable shoe)
(B) Rear base (Stationary shoe)
Although this side view cannot
show it, the edges of the blades
run perfectly parallel to the rear
base surface.
Correct setting
(A)
(B)
Cause: One or both blades fails to
have edge parallel to rear
base line.
Nicks in surface
Gouging at start
Cause: One or both blade edges
fails to protrude enough in
relation to rear base line.
(A)
(A)
(B)
(B)
Cause: One or both blade edges
protrudes too far in relation
to rear base line.
Gouging at end
OPERATION
002578
Planing operation
First, rest the tool front base flat upon the workpiece surface
without the blades making any contact. Switch on and wait
until the blades attain full speed. Then move the tool gently
forward. Apply pressure on the front of tool at the start of
planing, and at the back at the end of planing. Planing will be
easier if you incline the workpiece in stationary fashion, so
that you can plane somewhat downhill.
2
1
1. End
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.
2. Start
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MAINTENANCE
CAUTION:
•
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
unplugged before attempting to perform inspection or
maintenance.
Sharpening the planer blades
002591
Always keep your blades sharp for the best performance
possible. Use the sharpening holder to remove nicks and
produce a fine edge.
1
1. Sharpening holder
002589
First, loosen the two wing nuts on the holder and insert the
blades (A) and (B), so that they contact the sides (C) and (D).
Then tighten the wing nuts.
1
5
4
2
3
1. Wing nut
2. Blade (A)
3. Blade (B)
4. Side (D)
5. Side (C)
002592
Immerse the dressing stone in water for 2 or 3 minutes
before sharpening. Hold the holder so that the blades both
contact the dressing stone for simultaneous sharpening at
the same angle.
9
001145
Replacing carbon brushes
Remove and check the carbon brushes regularly. Replace
when they wear down to the limit mark. Keep the carbon
brushes clean and free to slip in the holders. Both carbon
brushes should be replaced at the same time. Use only iden-
tical carbon brushes.
1
1. Limit mark
002595
Use a screwdriver to remove the chip cover.
1
2
1. Chip cover
2. Screwdriver
002596
Use a screwdriver to remove the brush holder caps. Take out
the worn carbon brushes, insert the new ones and secure
the brush holder caps.
1
2
To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, any
other maintenance or adjustment should be performed by
Makita Authorized or Factory Service Centers, always using
Makita replacement parts.
1. Brush holder cap
2. Screwdriver
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ACCESSORIES
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.
If you need any assistance for more details regarding these
accessories, ask your local Makita service center.
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
High-speed steel Planer blade
Sharpening holder assembly
Edge fence (Guide rule) set
Dressing stone
Triangular rule
Hex wrench
Wooden carrying case
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WARNING
Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other
construction activities contains chemicals known to the State of California
to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples
of these chemicals are:
• lead from lead-based paints,
• crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and
• arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this
type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well
ventilated area, and work with approved safety equipment, such as those
dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.
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.
Should any trouble develop during this one-year period, return the COMPLETE tool, freight prepaid, to one of
Makita's Factory or Authorized Service Centers. If inspection shows the trouble is caused by defective
workmanship or material, Makita will repair (or at our option, replace) without charge.
This Warranty does not apply where:
• repairs have been made or attempted by others:
• repairs are required because of normal wear and tear:
• the tool has been abused, misused or improperly maintained:
• alterations have been made to the tool.
IN NO EVENT SHALL MAKITA BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
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AND AFTER THE TERM OF THIS WARRANTY.
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