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• Application

How to feed timber using a RYOBI Thickness Planer

To feed timber into a RYOBI Thickness Planer (also known as a Thicknesser), at the front of the machine, there's a sealed power switch with emergency stop button. To turn it on, unclip and lift the cover, press the green button, and rest the cover…

Last update: 29/08/2023, 09:47

• Troubleshooting

Why are there grooves in the timber when using a RYOBI Thicknesser?

If you're getting grooves in the finish surface of the timber when using a RYOBI Thickness Planer (also known as a Thicknesser), it's most likely caused by damage to one or both cutters from a foreign object in the wood like a nail. The cutter/s…

Last update: 02/09/2022, 16:52

• Application

How to setup starting height for RYOBI Thickness Planer

To get a starting height of your RYOBI Thickness Planer for the cutting drum, wind the handle up and slide the timber in. Next wind the handle back until the cutter just rests on the timber. Noting the position of the handle, wind it back up two…

Last update: 29/08/2023, 09:56

• Application

How much material can you take off with a RYOBI Thicknesser?

Though 3mm is the recommended maximum amount, this will depend on the hardness of the wood. The harder it is, the less per pass you should take off. Keeping to around 0.5-1mm per pass may take longer, but this process not only prevents motor…

Last update: 02/09/2022, 16:54

• Troubleshooting

Why does my RYOBI Thicknesser stop during use?

If during use your RYOBI Thicknesser just stops, it’s probably because you’re attempting to remove too much material in a single pass, which can overload the motor. Simply hit the stop button, wind up the handle and then press the overload button to…

Last update: 02/09/2022, 16:55

• Troubleshooting

Why are the feed rollers slipping in my RYOBI Thicknesser?

There are several possible causes for this resulting in the rollers requiring replacement from a service agent. It could be caused by general wear if the machine is older or the rollers are damaged from allowing them to do all the work without ample…

Last update: 02/09/2022, 16:57

• Troubleshooting

What to do if your RYOBI Thicknesser blades wear unevenly

If your RYOBI Thickness Planer blades wear unevenly, this can occur from consistently feeding narrow width timbers in at the same position. When planing narrow width timber, try to mix up where you feed it into the machine as this process results in…

Last update: 02/09/2022, 16:58