| Location | Meadowbank |
| Manufacturer | Elu |
| Model | MFF80 |
| Weight | 3.5kg |
WHAT IT DOES
A power planer is an electric tool that is used to take off small amounts of wood by shaving it off. You can use it to smooth the surface of rough wood or to take off some wood that is too small to saw, such as trimming the bottom of a door that is catching the carpet. The tool works by using two or three rotating blades on the bottom.
If you need to take off bigger amounts of wood, you might be better off by using a saw (either hand or electric).
A power planer is an electric tool that is used to take off small amounts of wood by shaving it off. You can use it to smooth the surface of rough wood or to take off some wood that is too small to saw, such as trimming the bottom of a door that is catching the carpet. The tool works by using two or three rotating blades on the bottom.
If you need to take off bigger amounts of wood, you might be better off by using a saw (either hand or electric).
No dust bag
SAFETY INFORMATION & PPE
YOU MAY ALSO NEED
HOW TO USE IT
Make sure the wood does not have any screws, nails, or any other metal or hard objects in it before using a power planer - otherwise the tool can kick back which can cause injury. It can also damage the tool blade.
Here’s a site with some useful tips and tricks for using the planer: https://www.familyhandyman.com/tools/power-tools/how-to-use-a-power-planer/
INSTRUCTIONAL VIDEOS
Note this video is a general introduction and is not specific to this exact tool. We always advise reading the manual if provided below, especially the safety advisories, before using any tools.
- Safety glasses – Essential
- Dust mask – Essential
- Ear protection –Recommended
YOU MAY ALSO NEED
- Dust protection – Recommended for around the cutting area.
- Measuring tape, straight edge, square – Useful to mark the wood. Measure twice, cut once...
- Clamps – Useful to hold your work securely in place and prevent it from moving.
- Consumables – None.
HOW TO USE IT
Make sure the wood does not have any screws, nails, or any other metal or hard objects in it before using a power planer - otherwise the tool can kick back which can cause injury. It can also damage the tool blade.
Here’s a site with some useful tips and tricks for using the planer: https://www.familyhandyman.com/tools/power-tools/how-to-use-a-power-planer/
INSTRUCTIONAL VIDEOS
Note this video is a general introduction and is not specific to this exact tool. We always advise reading the manual if provided below, especially the safety advisories, before using any tools.
The Edinburgh Tool Library
http://edinburghtoollibrary.org.uk
http://edinburghtoollibrary.org.uk