Product Familiarisation; Intended Use - Triton TPL 180 Instructions D'utilisation Et Consignes De Sécurité

Cutting tool safety
WARNING. Before connecting a tool to a power source (mains switch 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, and damage to the tool. 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.
Use the correct cutting tool
• Ensure the cutting tool is suitable for the job. Do not assume a tool is suitable without
checking the product literature before use
Protect your eyes
• Always wear appropriate eye protection when using cutting tools
• Spectacles are not designed to offer any protection when using this product; normal
lenses are not impact resistant and could shatter
Protect your hearing
• Always wear suitable hearing protection when tool noise exceeds 85dB
Protect your breathing
• Ensure that yourself, and others around you, wear suitable dust masks
Protect your hands
• Do not allow hands to get close to the cutting wheel or blades. Use a suitable push stick
for shorter workpieces with appropriate power tools
Be aware of others around you
• It is the responsibility of the user to ensure that other people in the vicinity of the work
area are not exposed to dangerous noise or dust and are also provided with suitable
protective equipment
Hidden objects
• Inspect the workpiece and remove all nails and other embedded objects before cutting
• Do not attempt to cut material that contains embedded objects unless you know that the
cutting tool fitted to your machine is suitable for the job
• Walls may conceal wiring and piping, car body panels may conceal fuel lines, and
long grass may conceal stones and glass. Always check the work area thoroughly
before proceeding
Beware of projected waste
• In some situations, waste material may be projected at speed from the cutting tool. It is
the user's responsibility to ensure that other people in the work area are protected from
the possibility of projected waste
Fitting cutting tools
• Ensure cutting tools are correctly and securely fitted and check that wrenches / adjusters
are removed prior to use
• Only use cutting tools recommended for your machine
• Do not attempt to modify cutting tools
• Ensure blades are sharp, in good condition and correctly fitted
• Do not attempt to resharpen blades that are not suitable for resharpening, these may
include specially hardened blades or blades made from hardened alloys typically
containing tungsten
• Blades that can be resharpened should be resharpened only according the blade
manufacturer's instructions. These may include a limited number of times the blade can
be resharpened
• Sharpened blades should be more thoroughly inspected before use and replaced
immediately if there is any doubt about their condition and suitability for use
• In the event blades encounter an embedded object in use that the blades are not suitable
for, blades should be replaced immediately
Direction of feed
• Always feed work into the blade or cutter against the direction of movement of the blade
or cutter
Beware of heat
• Cutting tools and workpieces may become hot in use. Do not attempt to change tools until
they have been allowed to cool completely
Control dust / swarf
• Do not allow dust or swarf to build up. Sawdust is a fire hazard, and some metal swarf
is explosive
• Be especially careful when cutting wood and metal. Sparks from metal cutting are a
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common cause of wood dust fires
• Where possible, use a dust extraction system to ensure a safer working environment
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Product Familiarisation

1. Front Handle
2. Power Indicator
3. ON/OFF Trigger Switch
4. Trigger Safety Lock
5. Main Handle
6. Fixed Rear Base
7. Fence Attachment Point (x 4)
8. Drive Belt Cover
9. Front Handle Lock Lever
10. Fence Attachment Point (x 4)
11. Movable Front Base
12. Depth Adjustment Knob
13. Front Handle Set Screw
14. Blade Barrel
15. Reversible Blades
16. Clamping Screw (x 5)
17. Blade Spanner
18. Dust/Chip Extraction Port
19. Dust Extraction Adaptor
20. Combined Parallel and Bevel Fence Guide
21. Fence Attachment Knob (x 2)

Intended Use

Large hand-held electric planer for heavy duty planing tasks on hard and softwood timber.
Unpacking Your Tool
• Carefully unpack and inspect your tool. Fully familiarise yourself with all its features
and functions
• Ensure that all parts of the tool are present and in good condition. If any parts are missing
or damaged, have such parts replaced before attempting to use this tool
Before Use
WARNING: Always disconnect this tool from the power supply before attaching or
removing accessories, or making any adjustments.
Adjusting the front handle
1. Hinge out the Front Handle Lock Lever (9) (Image A) and move the Front Handle (1)
to one of four positions to best suit the task (Image B)
2. Hinge back lever to secure the Front Handle in the selected position
Note: If necessary, the lever action mechanism can be adjusted using the Front Handle Set
Screw (13) (Image C).
Combined parallel and bevel fence guide
1. Fit the Combined Parallel and Bevel Fence Guide (20) to the base by screwing the Fence
Attachment Knobs (21) into the Fence Attachment Points (7) and (10) (Image D)
2. Loosen the two wing nuts and set the angle of the fence if you wish to use it as a guide for
making bevel cuts (Image E)
3. When set at right angles to the planer base, the fence provides a guide to help control
the planing action
Note: The fence can be fitted to either side of the base.
Note: The angle graduations marked on the fence are approximate only. For accurate bevel
cutting it is necessary to measure the angle of the fence, make a trial cut and adjust if
necessary.
Shavings extraction
IMPORTANT: It is highly recommended that a workshop vacuum cleaner or other dust
extraction system is used with this product. The tool produces a large amount of waste
material in use and an active extraction system is required for optimal operation.
1. The Dust/Chip Extraction Port (18) allows connection to a vacuum dust extraction system
2. Using the Dust Extraction Adaptor (19) permits a dust extraction system to be connected to
the Dust/Chip Extraction Port (Image F)
3. To fit the Dust Extraction Adaptor, insert it into the Dust/Chip Extraction Port and twist it
clockwise until it locks into position
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