907395 - 12-20-02.qxd 12/20/02 9:13 AM SAFETY GUIDELINES / DEFINITIONS This manual contains information that is important for you to know and under- stand. This information relates to protecting YOUR SAFETY and PREVENTING EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS. To help you recognize this information, we use the symbols listed below.
907395 - 12-20-02.qxd 12/20/02 9:13 AM ELECTRICAL SAFETY 1. Grounded tools must be plugged into an outlet properly installed and grounded in accordance with all codes and ordinances. Never remove the grounding prong or modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs.
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7. KEEP HANDS CLEAR OF BIT WHEN MOTOR IS RUNNING to prevent personal injury. 8. LET THE MOTOR COME TO A COMPLETE STOP before putting the tool down. 9. NEVER TOUCH ROUTER BITS AFTER USE. They may be extremely hot. Page 4...
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Cable strongly recommends that this tool NOT be modified and/or used for any application other than that for which it was designed. If you have questions relative to its application, DO NOT use the tool until you have written Porter-Cable and we have advised you. SYMBOL DEFINITION ...
When servicing use only identical replacement parts. MOTOR Many Porter-Cable tools will operate on either D.C., or single phase 25 to 60 cycle A.C. current and voltage within plus or minus 5 percent of that shown on the specification plate on the tool. Several models, however, are designed for A.C.
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Clean and insert shank of bit into collet until shank bottoms, then back it out approximately 1/16". Do not use router bits with a diameter in excess of 1.5" in this tool. Lay power unit on its side on bench with the collet pointing AWAY from you.
(D) Fig. 3B on the housing. Open the clamp (A) Fig. 3A. Tip the router so that the bit is clear of the wood surface. Turn the power unit (F) Fig. 3A CLOCKWISE until the index line (D) Fig. 3B on the motor housing reaches the desired depth indicated on the ring.
Generally speaking, when working on a bench, the workpiece should be held on the bench by wood clamps. When routing edges, the router should be held firmly down and against the work by both guiding knobs.
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To install, insert templet guide in center hole of router base and secure in place with the locknut. BEFORE CONNECTING TOOL TO POWER SOURCE, install the bit, adjust the depth of cut, and rotate the router chuck by hand. Make sure that the bit or collet do not contact templet guide. Fig. 6...
SERVICE CENTER. At approximately 100 hours of use, take or send your tool to your nearest authorized Porter-Cable Service Station to be thoroughly cleaned and inspected. Have worn parts replaced and lubricate with fresh lubricant. Have new brushes installed, and test the tool for performance.
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PORTER-CABLE LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY Porter-Cable warrants its Professional Power Tools for a period of one year from the date of original purchase. We will repair or replace at our option, any part or parts of the product and accessories covered under this warranty which, after examination, proves to be defective in workmanship or material during the warranty period.
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Porter-Cable • Delta products should be obtained by contacting any Porter-Cable • Delta Distributor, Authorized Service Center, or Porter-Cable • Delta Factory Service Center. If you do not have access to any of these, call 888-848-5175 and you will be directed to the nearest Porter-Cable •...