Harbor Freight Tools 32222 - Manual (Page 11)

TROUBLE SHOOTING
PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE SOLUTION
Planer will not start Not plugged in Plug in.
Fuse or circuit blown Replace fuse or reset circuit
Socket Test socket with current tester
of try another tool in socket.
If socket does not function
properly, have it replaced by a
qualified technician.
Worn brushes Replace Brushes.
Damaged cord of plug Have cord replaced by a
qualified technician.
Switch not working Have switch replaced by a
qualified technician.
Motor not working Contact Harbor Freight Tools
for servicing.
Planer starts, but cutterhead Worn or broken belt Replace belt.
does not move
Planer starts, cutterhead moves, Blade not extended beyond foot Adjust for more cutting
but wood remains uncut depth.
Belt worn and slipping Replace belt.
Operation interrupted Forcing Unit Apply less pressure.
Overloaded circuit Use on an isolated circuit.
Check for adequate amp rating
and, if necessary, install proper
fuses/breaker to allow for
sufficient amperage.
Rough/fuzzy grain Blade setting too deep Reduce depth setting and use
more passes.
High moisture content Dry wood before planing.
Grain is torn grain Blade setting too deep Reduce depth setting and use
more passes.
Dull cutter blades Replace blades.
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