Maintenance - DeWalt DW616 Instruction Manual

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Adjusting the Plunge Routing Depth
(Fig. I)
1. Unlock the plunge mechanism by pushing up the plunge
lock lever 17 . Plunge the router down as far as it will go,
allowing the bit to just touch the workpiece.
2. Lock the plunge mechanism by pushing the plunge lock
lever 17 down.
3. Loosen the depth adjustment rod
wingscrew 29 counterclockwise.
4. Slide the depth adjustment rod
meets the lowest turret stop
5. Slide the tab on the depth adjustment rod down so
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that the top of it meets zero on the pillar scale
6. Grasping the top, knurled section of the depth
adjustment rod 16 , slide it up so that the tab
with the desired depth of cut on the pillar scale
7. Tighten the wingscrew
rod in place.
8. Keeping both hands on the handles, unlock the plunge
mechanism by pushing the plunge lock lever
plunge mechanism and the motor will move up. When
the router is plunged, the depth adjustment rod will hit
the turret stop, allowing the router to reach exactly the
desired depth.
Fine Adjustment of Routing Depth (Fig. I)
The knurled knob at the bottom end of the depth
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adjustment rod can be used to make minor adjustments.
1. To decrease the cutting depth, rotate the knob clockwise
(looking down from the top of the router).
2. To increase the cutting depth, rotate the knob
counterclockwise (looking down from the top of
the router).
nOTE: One complete rotation of the knob results in a change
of about 5/128" or .04" (1 mm) in depth.
Using the Rotating Turret Stop (Fig. J)

WARNING: Do not change the turret stop while the
router is running. This will place your hands too near
the cutter head.
The turret depth stop can be used to set 5 different depths.
One of the turret stops is adjustable. To use the adjustable
turret stop, loosen the nut
the desired height. Turning the screw counterclockwise will
raise the screw which will decrease the cutting depth. The
turret stop is useful for making deep cuts in several passes.
Dust Extraction (Fig. A, K)
To connect the router to a vacuum cleaner for dust
extraction, follow these steps:
1. Remove the dust cap
2. Insert the dust extraction hose adapter
extraction port 36 as shown.
3. Insert the end of a standard vacuum cleaner tube
into the hose adapter.
4. When using dust extraction, be aware of the placement
of the vacuum cleaner. Be sure that the vacuum cleaner is
stable and that its hose will not interfere with the work.
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16 by turning the
16 down so that it
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to hold the depth adjustment
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17
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19 by pulling straight up.
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Operation: Plunge Base
Gripping Locations (Fig. A)
Grip both knob
Cutting with the Plunge Base (Fig. I)

CAUTION: Turn the router on before plunging the
cutter head into the workpiece.
1. Unlock the plunge lock lever
2. Plunge the router down until the bit reaches the
set depth.
3. Lock the plunge lock lever
4. Perform the cut.
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5. Unlock the plunge lock lever. This will allow the router bit
to disengage the work.
aligns
6. Turn the router off.
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MAINTENANCE


WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, turn unit off and disconnect it from
power source before making any adjustments or
up. The
removing/installing attachments or accessories.
An accidental start‑up can cause injury.
Cleaning

WARNING: Blow dirt and dust out of all air vents with
clean, dry air at least once a week. To minimize the risk
of eye injury, always wear ANSI Z87.1 approved eye
protection when performing this procedure.

WARNING: Never use solvents or other harsh
chemicals for cleaning the non‑metallic parts of the
tool. These chemicals may weaken the plastic materials
used in these parts. Use a cloth dampened only with
water and mild soap. Never let any liquid get inside the
tool; never immerse any part of the tool into a liquid.
Keep the 1/2" (13mm) collet and nut
(6.4 mm) insertable collet
avoid contamination.
Accessories

WARNING: Since accessories, other than those offered
by D
of such accessories with this tool could be hazardous.
To reduce the risk of injury, only D
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accessories should be used with this product.
Recommended accessories for use with your tool are available
at extra cost from your local dealer or authorized service
center. If you need assistance in locating any accessory, please
contact D
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Repairs

WARNING: To assure product SAFETY and RELIABILITY,
repairs, maintenance and adjustment (including power
cord repairs, and brush inspection and replacement,
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when applicable) should be performed by a D
factory service center or a D
center. Always use identical replacement parts.
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