6ENGLISHExplanation of general view1 Bolt2 Drum3 Planer blade4 Drum cover5 Adjust plate6 Blade edge7 Screws8 Heel9 Back side of gauge base10 Inside edge of gauge plate11 Gauge plate12 Gauge base13 Pan head screw14 Planer blade locating lugs15 Heel of adjust plate16 Set plate17 Inside flank of gauge plate18 Mini planer blade19 Hex. flange head bolt20 Groove21 Knob22 Switch trigger23 Lock button/Lock-off button24 Start25 End26 Blade edge27 Cutting line28 Screw29 Edge fence30 “V” groove31 Front base32 Align the “V” groove with theedge of the workpiece.33 Nozzle assembly34 Chip cover screw35 Chip cover36 Fit pin on nozzle assemblyinto this hole.37 Sharpening holder38 Wing nut39 Blade (A)40 Blade (B)41 Side (C)42 Side (D)43 chip cover44 Makita vacuum cleaner45 Limit mark46 Screwdriver47 Brush holder capSPECIFICATIONSModel 1923B/N1923BPlaning width ...................................................82 mmPlaning depth ....................................................1 mmShiplapping depth ........................................... 23mmNo load speed (min –1) ................................... 16,000Overall length ................................................293 mmNet weight ........................................................ 2.9 kg• Due to our continuing program of research anddevelopment, the specifications herein are subjectto change without notice.• Note: Specifications may differ from country tocountry.Power supplyThe tool should be connected only to a power supplyof the same voltage as indicated on the nameplate,and can only be operated on single-phase AC supply.They are double-insulated in accordance with Euro-pean Standard and can, therefore, also be used fromsockets without earth wire.Safety hintsFor your own safety, please refer to the enclosedSafety instructions.SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSWarning! When using electric tools, basic safetyprecautions should always be followed to reducethe risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury,including the following. Read all these instruc-tions before attempting to operate this productand save these instructions.For safe operation:1. Keep work area cleanCluttered areas and benches invite injuries.2. Consider work area environmentDon’t expose power tools to rain. Don’t usepower tools in damp or wet locations. Keep workarea well lit. Don’t use power tools in presence offlammable liquids or gases.3. Guard against electric shockPrevent body contact with grounded surfaces(e.g. pipes, radiators, ranges, refrigerators).4. Keep children awayDo not let visitors contact tool or extension cord.All visitors should be kept away from work area.5. Store idle toolsWhen not in use, tools should be stored in dry,high, or locked-up place, out of the reach of chil-dren.6. Don’t force toolIt will do the job better and safer at the rate forwhich it was intended.7. Use right toolDon’t force small tools or attachments to do thejob of a heavy duty tool. Don’t use tools for pur-poses not intended; for example, don’t use circu-lar saw for cutting tree limbs or logs.8. Dress properlyDo not wear loose clothing or jewelry. They canbe caught in moving parts. Rubber gloves andnon-skid footwear are recommended when work-ing outdoors. Wear protective hair covering tocontain long hair.9. Use safety glasses and hearing protectionAlso use face or dust mask if cutting operation isdusty.10. Connect dust extraction equipmentIf devices are provided for the connection of dustextraction and collection facilities, ensure theseare connected and properly used.11. Don’t abuse cordNever carry tool by cord or yank it to disconnect itfrom receptacle. Keep cord from heat, oil andsharp edges.