Clark 2003 Model Foam Planer Instructions d'exploitation

CLARK FOAM PLANER2003 MODELSAFETY AND OPERATINGINSTRUCTIONSVersion 1, 2003

The depth adjustment indicator knob that comes with the planer can be eliminated or re-placed with any knob with a 3/16" hole.THE DOUGHNUT AND DE

DISASSEMBLY OF THE DEPTH ADJUSTMENT MECHANISMIt is important that you remember the position of each part for re-assembly. It might be agood idea to w

ADJUSTING THE MAXIMUM CUTTING DEPTHThis feature is useful for shapers who use a fixed depth cut and shapers who do not want tomake deep cuts.Included

DEPTH ADJUSTMENT MECHANISM ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTDuring assembly the following three very important adjustments are made:1. The direction of the dept

the DOUGHNUT. Check the movement. If it is still too loose repeat the process. This is a keyadjustment and due to wear it may need to be repeated l

4. Fire hazard is dramatically cut. This makes the local Fire Marshall very happy. Inareas with tough fire inspection policies this can make the dif

To be absolutely sure the problem is the trigger, connect both wires attached to the trigger toa single trigger terminal and plug in the planer.If the

REPLACING BELTSThe drive belt between the cutter motor and the cutter lasts surprisingly long. They do,however, eventually wear out.To change the bel

Carefully study all of the options and adjustments for the depth adjustment mechanism. Youneed to be an expert! This mechanism may take frequent mai

WARNING – SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSThis planer is sold as is. The planer is designed for the specific purpose of shaping Clark Foam usingthe well-known tech

For length geometry there are three basic scenarios. All three scenarios are modified to somedegree as the planer is turned sideways or compound curv

- While the rear base plate widths of both planers are almost identical, the width of the2003 Model blade is almost 1/4" wider than the Skil 100

HISTORYWe added this section because many people question why Clark Foam is in the power planerbusiness. We also think some history might be interest

By 2003 four things had clearly changed. First the cost of the Skil 100 parts and planers hadincreased dramatically. While they are incredibly durab

TOOL KIT AND PARTS- A “T” socket wrench for changing the blades.- A jig for indexing blades using the blade holder. (For an instruction Manual contac

TABLE OF CONTENTSINTRODUCTION ...

INTRODUCTIONThe 2003 Model Clark Foam Planer and tool kit was developed specifically for the profes-sional shaper. It comes fully equipped with every

- When properly set up the depth adjustment mechanism operates very smoothly andthere is almost no backlash or play.- The depth adjustment mechanism i

SERVICEClark Foam will repair planers we have sold at the California Factory. Clark Foam stocks andsells the commonly used parts like brushes, trigge

BLADE EXCHANGE SERVICE - BLADE SHARPENINGBeginning in 2003 Clark Foam offers a blade exchange service. Here is how it works: Theplaner owner hands us

WD-40, light oils, Triflow, Teflon, and hard waxes have been successfully used.BASE PLATE MODIFICATIONThe edges of the rear base plate are left square