Electric Planer

Using an electric wood planer does not require you to be a rocket scientist, nor is there any secret  passed on from generation to generation between wood workers, that will make the end product perfect. All it takes is patience and some sweat, and by sweat I simply mean hard work. I am going to outlay a few simple steps, teaching you how to properly use an electric planer, in order to receive the results you are expecting. 

 

However, before you start using the planner you must be sure you have the correct tool. An electric wood planner is a great machine, however a cordless electric planner is an even better one. Great mobility range and speed gives you the tools required for quick wood modification. In the case you are low on cash, there is always the choice of used wood planers. A cheap alternative and quite an effective one as well. 

 

The first step when using an electric planer requires making sure that the wood you chose to plan is firmly clamped down and does not wiggle on the working surface. Then hold the electric planer firmly, with both hands and keep the tool moving forward, so that it does not cut for too long in one area. In this manner the material is equally planed all over. 

 

The second step requires you to firmly press down the electric wood planer, in order to scoop out most of the waste that is still on the surface. There is a depth of cut control mechanism so fear of cutting too deep is absent. You still have to be careful as mistakes do happen, and even with the depth control in place, you can still remove too much wood and ruin your whole project.

 

Step three has you holding the rotary knob, located on the top front of the wood planer, with one hand and the other hand placed on the back handle. Be sure to use both hands when operating an electric planer, as to ensure complete proper usage. Then hold the planer tightly against the edge of the wooden piece, using the side fence and the sole plate square, located on all planer models. The side plate can also be used as a guide.

 

The final step asks you to make sure the power cord is not in your way while moving the planer and keeping your hands far away from the blades. Do not put the electric planer down on the ground before the cutter blades stop completely. Check http://electricwoodplaner.net/ if you want to find out more about this subject.