Brian,
Thanks for your comments. I think another key to using the planer is that the knives are really sharp. I’ll still not take a chance since I have a thickness sander and feel a whole lot safer using it.
All those close calls are opportunities for learning. We can all be thankful when no injury occurs.
L/W
“Those who would give up essential Liberty, to purchase a little temporary Safety, deserve neither Liberty nor Safety.” Benjamin Franklin