Changing the Tool

The hex key (18) required for changing the planer blade is housed inside the power tool and should always be stored there (see figure F).

Take care when changing the planer blade. Do not pick up the planer blade by the cutting edges. You may be injured by the sharp cutting edges.

Use only original Bosch HM/TC planer blades.

The hard metal (HM/TC) planer blade has two cutting edges and can be turned. If both cutting edges become blunt, the planer blade (17) needs to be changed. The HM/TC planer blade must not be resharpened.

Removing the planer blade (see figure A)

To turn or replace the planer blade (17), turn the blade head (19) until it is parallel to the adjustable planer base plate (14).

➊	Loosen the two fastening screws (21) using the hex key (18) (approx. 1–2 turns).
➋	If necessary, loosen the clamping element (20) by lightly striking it with an appropriate implement, e.g. a wooden wedge.
➌	Push the side cutter block guard (8) downwards and use a piece of wood to push the planer blade (17) to the side and out of the blade head (19).

Fitting the planer blade (see figure B)

The guide groove on the planer blade ensures a constant, even height setting when changing or turning the blade.

If necessary, clean the knife seat in the clamping element (20) and the planer blade (17).

When fitting the planer blade, ensure that it is securely seated in the mounting guide of the clamping element (20) and is aligned flush with the side edge of the planer base plate (9). Then tighten the two fastening screws (21) with the hex key (18).

Note: Check that the fastening screws (21) are firmly tightened before starting operation. Turn the blade head (19) by hand and ensure that the planer blade is not brushing against anything.

Note: A spare blade (17) can be placed in the drawer (7) (see figure E).