Ryobi HPL51 - Manual (Page 13)

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MAINTENANCE
WARNING:
When servicing, use only identical Ryobi
replacement parts. Use of any other part may
create a hazard or cause product damage.
GENERAL
All parts represent an important part of the double
insulation system and should be serviced only at an
authorized service center.
Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most
plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of
commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use.
Use clean cloths to remove dirt, carbon dust, etc.
WARNING:
Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline,
petroleum-based products, penetrating oils, etc.
come in contact with plastic parts. They contain
chemicals that can damage, weaken, or destroy
plastic.
Electric tools used on fiberglass material, wallboard,
spackling compounds, or plaster are subject to
accelerated wear and possible premature failure because
the fiberglass chips and grindings are highly abrasive to
bearings, brushes, commutators, etc. Consequently, we
do not recommend using this tool for extended work on
these types of materials. However, if you do work with
any of these materials, it is extremely important to clean
the tool using compressed air.
WARNING:
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with
side shields during power tool operation or when
blowing dust. If operation is dusty, also wear a dust
mask. Failure to do so could result in possible
serious injury.
LUBRICATION
All of the bearings in this tool are lubricated with a
sufficient amount of high-grade lubricant for the life of the
unit under normal operating conditions. Therefore, no
further lubrication is required.
CLEANING THE EXHAUST PORT AND
EMPTYING THE DUST BAG
See Figure 12.
After using the planer for an extended period of time or
when planing wet or green lumber, chips may build-up in
the exhaust port. and require cleaning. Chip build-up
restricts air flow and causes the motor to overheat.
Clean the exhaust port and empty the dust bag regu-
larly.
1. Unplug the planer.
WARNING:
Failure to unplug your planer could result in
accidental starting causing serious injury.
2. Remove the dust bag from the exhaust port.
3. Clean the chip or dust build-up from the exhaust
port of your planer with a small piece of wood. Do
not use your hands or fingers.
4. Empty all debris from the dust bag and ensure that
the collar is free of debris.
5. Replace the dust bag.
Fig. 12