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Additional Safety Instructions for
READ ENTIRE MANUAL. This manual
contains proper operating instructions
for this router.
SAFETY EQUIPMENT. Wear safety
glasses, respirator, and hearing protec-
tion when operating a router.
POWER SOURCE. Unplug the router
and make sure the switch is OFF before
inserting or removing bit, making adjust-
ments, or performing maintenance or
service. DO NOT make adjustments
while the router is connected to power.
ROUTER BITS. Inspect router bits
before use. DO NOT use router bits that
have been dropped, cracked, or dam-
aged. The router bit may shatter, causing
serious injury.
INSTALLING BIT. Insert the bit to within
⁄
" of the bottom of the collet and tight-
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en firmly. If the bit is not inserted far
enough, the bit may slip or come out,
causing injury. DO NOT use bits with a
diameter larger than 1
COLLET WRENCHES. Make sure the
collet wrenches are removed from the
router before turning it ON.
WORKPIECE. Check the workpiece for
nails or other foreign objects which may
cause the router to kickback or damage
the bit, possibly causing injury to the
operator.
No list of safety guidelines can be complete. Every shop environment is different.
Always consider safety first, as it applies to your individual working conditions.
Use this and other tools with caution and respect. Failure to do so could result in
serious personal injury, damage to equipment or poor work results.
Model T27139 (Mfd. Since 3/16)
Laminate Trim Routers
⁄
".
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HOLDING WORKPIECE. Secure the
workpiece with clamps or attach it to
an immovable object. DO NOT hold the
workpiece in your hand or across your
legs.
HOLDING ROUTER. Hold the router with
both hands to control torque twist and
kickback. Keep hands away from the spin-
ning bit. Make sure the bit has come to a
complete stop before setting the router
down.
ROUTING. Always route with the base
flat upon the workpiece. DO NOT start
the router with the bit in contact with the
workpiece.
FEED DIRECTION. Always feed the rout-
er against the cutter rotation. DO NOT
start routing at a corner. Starting at a cor-
ner may cause the router to grab, damag-
ing the workpiece, and possibly causing
personal injury.
REMOVING BIT. The bit is sharp and
will be hot after use. Use gloves when
removing.
WORK AREA. DO NOT use the router
in an area that may contain hidden live
wires. Disconnect all power leading to the
work area.
TOOL SERVICE. If the router is dam-
aged, or not working correctly, repair it
before use.
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