Mother's Thickness Planer Survey

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January/February 1986
 
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Other points to be aware of include features such as an emergency stop control for the feed mechanism; an effective antikickback system for stubborn stock; steel rollers, preferably with a fluted pattern included on the infeed rolls; and a balanced cutterhead assembly.

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In general, the machine should be substantial enough to take the kind of abuse that normal use would give it. If possible, check for play in the drive mechanism, the rollers, and the table mount. Also, be aware that power planers are extremely loud in operation . . . some enough so that ear protection is mandatory. Additionally, they create incredible amounts of dust and shavings, so you might want to consider purchasing a dust-collection hood if the model you're interested in is not equipped with one.

Several manufacturers offer optional accessories which are designed to make their tools more versatile. Besides feed rate reduction kits, there are often molder, jointer, and sander attachments available. Whether or not you purchase these extras is up to you . . . but do take the time to get a clear understanding of the warranty, and especially the post-sale availability of parts and service. Remember, even a bargain-priced tool is too expensive if it can't function for lack of a part!

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