8Connecting a vacuum cleaner010176For tool without nozzleWhen you wish to perform clean planing operation,connect a Makita vacuum cleaner to your tool. Thenconnect a hose of the vacuum cleaner to the nozzle(optional accessory) as shown in the figures.For tool with nozzleWhen you wish to perform clean planing operation,connect a Makita vacuum cleaner to your tool. Thenconnect a hose of the vacuum cleaner to the nozzle asshown in the figures.Elbow (optional accessory)1 2010177Use of elbow allows change of chip discharge direction toperform cleaner work.For tool without nozzleRemove the chip cover and install the nozzle (optionalaccessory). Attach the elbow (optional accessory) on thenozzle of the tool by just slipping on it. To remove it, justpull it out.For tool with nozzleAttach the elbow (optional accessory) on the nozzle ofthe tool by just slipping on it. To remove it, just pull it out.OPERATIONHold the tool firmly with one hand on the knob and theother hand on the switch handle when performing thetool.Planing operation12010178First, rest the tool front base flat upon the workpiecesurface without the blades making any contact. Switch onand wait until the blades attain full speed. Then move thetool gently forward. Apply pressure on the front of tool atthe start of planing, and at the back at the end of planing.Planing will be easier if you incline the workpiece instationary 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 more slowly.Shiplapping (Rabbeting)002580To make a stepped cut as shown in the figure, use theedge fence (guide rule) which is obtained as accessory.1 2010334Draw 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.1. Blade edge2. Cutting line1. Start2. End1. Elbow2. Nozzle