Hi,

I got this planer from a friend (who's never used it).

Here's two picture of a blade lock. It is spring loaded and the
dumbfounding part is that in the default position it is *locked*. One
need to press (and, theoretically, hold) the button down for the lock to
go down to let the blade spin freely.


http://freeboundaries.com/up.jpg (locked, default)
http://freeboundaries.com/down.jpg (unlocked with the button press)

If anyone has this model, what's going on here?

Thanks,

Sam

Sam Takoy wrote:
Hi,

I got this planer from a friend (who's never used it).

Here's two picture of a blade lock. It is spring loaded and the
dumbfounding part is that in the default position it is *locked*. One
need to press (and, theoretically, hold) the button down for the lock
to go down to let the blade spin freely.


http://freeboundaries.com/up.jpg (locked, default)
http://freeboundaries.com/down.jpg (unlocked with the button press)

If anyone has this model, what's going on here?

Thanks,

Sam

Dowload the manual for hte newer 1301 and it should explain the way it
works. From the blurry photo, I can't tell what it is
http://www.ryobitools.com/catalog/po...planers/AP1301

? Using the open-end wrench, carefully loosen the blade

locking screws ( 1 ).

? Using the notched end of the magnetic blade wrench,

remove the blade from the cutter head by hooking the

notch over the end of the blade and pulling straight out.

Use the magnet on the other end of the tool to help remove

the blade from the planer ( 2 ).

? If you are changing to the second edge of the blade, rotate

the blade "end for end" keeping the same flat side down.

This will correctly position the blade to reinstall.

NOTE: Blades should be cleaned of gum and pitch before

reinstalling.

? If you are installing a new set of cutter blades, lightly oil

each blade before installing.

? Place blade into the opening on the cutter head and push

in firmly to seat. Visually check that the blade edge is

parallel to the cutter head slot.

? Retighten the blade locking screws securely.

? Depress the cutter lock lever and begin to rotate the cutter

head to the next blade. Release the lock lever once

the cutter head begins to rotate and continue to rotate

until the lock engages and the second blade is in correct

position for removal.

? Replace second blade using the same procedures as

outlined above.

? Replace the dust hood and reinstall thumb screws to

secure.

Ed Pawlowski wrote:
Sam Takoy wrote:
Hi,

I got this planer from a friend (who's never used it).

Here's two picture of a blade lock. It is spring loaded and the
dumbfounding part is that in the default position it is *locked*. One
need to press (and, theoretically, hold) the button down for the lock
to go down to let the blade spin freely.


http://freeboundaries.com/up.jpg (locked, default)
http://freeboundaries.com/down.jpg (unlocked with the button press)

If anyone has this model, what's going on here?

Thanks,

Sam

Dowload the manual for hte newer 1301 and it should explain the way it
works. From the blurry photo, I can't tell what it is
http://www.ryobitools.com/catalog/po...planers/AP1301

That's exactly what I had done. Apparently the 1301 does not have this
feature.

Sam Takoy wrote:
Ed Pawlowski wrote:
Sam Takoy wrote:
Hi,

I got this planer from a friend (who's never used it).

Here's two picture of a blade lock. It is spring loaded and the
dumbfounding part is that in the default position it is *locked*.
One need to press (and, theoretically, hold) the button down for
the lock to go down to let the blade spin freely.


http://freeboundaries.com/up.jpg (locked, default)
http://freeboundaries.com/down.jpg (unlocked with the button press)

If anyone has this model, what's going on here?

Thanks,

Sam

Dowload the manual for hte newer 1301 and it should explain the way
it works. From the blurry photo, I can't tell what it is
http://www.ryobitools.com/catalog/po...planers/AP1301

That's exactly what I had done. Apparently the 1301 does not have this
feature.

It sounds like the cutter lock lever described below. Perhaps something is
missing that holds it away from the locked position? You may also want to
try asking on rec.wodworking I'm sure someone there has the same machine.


? Depress the cutter lock lever and begin to rotate the cutter

head to the next blade. Release the lock lever once

the cutter head begins to rotate and continue to rotate

until the lock engages and the second blade is in correct

position for removal.

On Dec 24, 10:47*pm, Sam Takoy wrote:
Hi,

I got this planer from a friend (who's never used it).

Here's two picture of a blade lock. It is spring loaded and the
dumbfounding part is that in the default position it is *locked*. One
need to press (and, theoretically, hold) the button down for the lock to
go down to let the blade spin freely.

http://freeboundaries.com/up.jpg* (locked, default)http://freeboundaries.com/down.jpg(unlocked with the button press)

If anyone has this model, what's going on here?

Thanks,

Sam

Knowing HD they might give you a new one if its defective since it
seems a bit dangerous and looks like a new unit, get the reciept or
say you paid cash and lost it

Sam Takoy wrote:
Ed Pawlowski wrote:
Sam Takoy wrote:
Hi,

I got this planer from a friend (who's never used it).

Here's two picture of a blade lock. It is spring loaded and the
dumbfounding part is that in the default position it is *locked*. One
need to press (and, theoretically, hold) the button down for the lock
to go down to let the blade spin freely.
....
If anyone has this model, what's going on here?
....
Dowload the manual for hte newer 1301 and it should explain the way it
works. From the blurry photo, I can't tell what it is
http://www.ryobitools.com/catalog/po...planers/AP1301

That's exactly what I had done. Apparently the 1301 does not have this
feature.

a) Find parts diagram for the model you have and see what it shows.
b) Go to whichever box store it is that has Ryobi (HD istr???) and look
at one on the floor.
c) Contact Ryobi service/support directly.

My bet from the picture is the lock assembly is intended to be removed
when not replacing/honing blades. Even if not, it's what I'd do in all
likelihood unless it became patently clear there is a holddown
somewhere. It (the lock) looks in the depressed position still
uncomfortably close to the shaft during actual operation I'd not trust it.

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dpb wrote:
....

My bet from the picture is the lock assembly is intended to be removed
when not replacing/honing blades. ...

Or, perhaps, repositioned out of harm's way.

--

dpb wrote:
....

a) Find parts diagram for the model you have and see what it shows.
....
http://ryobitools.arinet.com/scripts/EmpartISAPI.dll?MF

has model selection search that shows an exploded view.

Quick perusal didn't show any missing pieces/parts; w/o a visual
look-see I'd stick w/ my earlier assumption.

It doesn't appear Ryobi has manuals available online for non-current
models...

--

I found the following text ing the online manual at the link Ed
posted:

NOTE: With the dust hood removed, the cutter head lock
will engage when the head is rotated. Do not operate the
planer without the dust hood in place or the planer will
be damaged.

It sounds like some part of the "dust hood" is supposed to disengage
the lock when installed. The lock is to help keep you from
accidentally doing an imitation of hamburger while working on the
thing (if you forgot to unplug it or remove the key)..