8For other countries and areasA nozzle and joint (optional accessories) are necessaryto connect a Makita vacuum cleaner to your tool. Consulta Makita catalogue or representative on the nozzle andjoint.Nozzle assembly (optional accessory)12004895Use of the special nozzle assembly will minimize chipscatter, making for a cleaner work area.The nozzle assembly may be attached after the chipcover on the tool body is removed. When slipping on theassembly, fit the pin on it into the rear cover hole. Use thechip cover screws to fasten it in place.OPERATIONPlaning operation12004897First, rest the tool front base flat upon the workpiecesurface without the blades making any contact. Switchon and wait until the blades attain full speed. Then movethe tool gently forward. Apply pressure on the front of toolat the start of planing, and at the back at the end ofplaning. Planing will be easier if you incline the workpiecein stationary fashion, so that you can plane somewhatdownhill.The speed and depth of cut determine the kind of finish.The power planer keeps cutting at a speed that will notresult in jamming by chips. For rough cutting, the depth ofcut can be increased, while for a good finish you shouldreduce the depth of cut and advance the tool moreslowly.Shiplapping (Rabbeting)002580To make a stepped cut as shown in the figure, use theedge fence (guide rule).1 2004898Draw a cutting line on the workpiece. Insert the edgefence into the hole in the front of the tool. Align the bladeedge with the cutting line.Adjust the edge fence until it comes in contact with theside of the workpiece, then secure it by tightening thescrew.12004899When planing, move the tool with the edge fence flushwith the side of the workpiece. Otherwise uneven planingmay result.Maximum shiplapping (rabbeting) depth is 23 mm.You may wish to add to the length of the fence byattaching an extra piece of wood. Convenient holes areprovided in the fence for this purpose, and also forattaching an extension guide (optional accessory).1. Edge fence2. Screw1. Blade edge2. Cutting line1. Start2. End1. Screw2. Nozzle assembly