Makita 1806B Owners Manual - Page 9

MAINTENANCE CAUTION: • Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before attempting to perform inspection or maintenance. Sharpening the planer blades 002591 Always keep your blades sharp for the best performance possible. Use the sharpening holder to remove nicks and produce a fine edge. 1 1. Sharpening holder 1 2 3 1. Wing nut 2. Blade (A) 3. Blade (B) 4. Side (D) 5. Side (C) 002589 First, loosen the two wing nuts on the holder and insert the blades (A) and (B), so that they contact the sides (C) and (D). Then tighten the wing nuts. 5 4 002592 Immerse the dressing stone in water for 2 or 3 minutes before sharpening. Hold the holder so that the blades both contact the dressing stone for simultaneous sharpening at the same angle. 9