The Clarke CPT800 is a high - end 203mm planer thicknesser. Thanks to its precise engineering, it can efficiently and accurately plane and thickness wood for your woodworking needs. With a robust design and a powerful motor, it always delivers excellent results. This top - quality planer thicknesser is a great choice for DIYers and home hobbyists. The 203mm wide version can smooth most hard, soft, and processed timbers, removing rough spots and burrs. It also sizes the timber to make it straight and compact. What's more, its compact size makes it perfect for bench - top use in a home workshop. Features include: smoothing and planing timber up to 203mm (8') wide and 120mm (4¾') thick, an adjustable planing depth of up to 2mm per pass with a 6M/min feed rate, a no - load cutter drum speed of 8500rpm, an angular fence that can move between 90° and 135°, an aluminium table top measuring 737 x 210mm, and it comes with a push stick and a back fence. It also has a 1 - year manufacturer warranty.
Using the Clarke CPT800 planer thicknesser is easy. First, make sure the machine is placed on a stable surface, like a bench in your home workshop. Adjust the planing depth according to your needs, with a maximum of 2mm per pass. You can set the angular fence between 90° and 135° depending on the angle you want to plane. Feed the timber into the machine at a 6M/min rate. The machine can handle timber up to 203mm wide and 120mm thick. When using it, always use the included push stick to keep your hands safe. After use, turn off the machine and unplug it. To maintain the machine, keep the aluminium table top clean. You can wipe it with a dry cloth regularly. Also, check the cutter drum from time to time. If it seems dull, consider getting it sharpened. Remember, the machine comes with a 1 - year manufacturer warranty, but following these steps will help keep it in good working condition for a long time.
