Before Use; During Use; After Use - Skil 1840 Original Instructions Manual

4) POWER TOOL USE AND CARE
a) Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power
tool for your application. The correct power tool will do
the job better and safer at the rate for which it was
designed.
b) Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn
it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled
with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
c) Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or
the battery pack from the power tool before making
any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing
power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce
the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
d) Store idle power tools out of the reach of children
and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power
tool or these instructions to operate the power tool.
Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained
users.
e) Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or
binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any
other condition that may affect the power tool's
operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired
before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly
maintained power tools.
f) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less
likely to bind and are easier to control.
g) Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc., in
accordance with these instructions, taking into
account the working conditions and the work to be
performed. Use of the power tool for operations different
from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.
5) SERVICE
a) Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair
person using only identical replacement parts. This
will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR ROUTERS
GENERAL
• This tool should not be used by people under the age of
16 years
• Always disconnect plug from power source before
making any adjustment or changing any accessory
ACCESSORIES
• SKIL can assure flawless functioning of the tool only
when original accessories are used
• Use only accessories with an allowable speed matching
at least the highest no-load speed of the tool
• Do not use damaged or deformed router bits
• Only use sharp router bits
• Protect accessories from impact, shock and grease
• Only use high speed steel (HSS) or carbide-tipped (CT)
router bits with this tool

BEFORE USE

• Avoid damage that can be caused by screws, nails and
other elements in your workpiece; remove them before
you start working
• Always check that the supply voltage is the same as the
voltage indicated on the nameplate of the tool (tools with
a rating of 230V or 240V can also be connected to a
220V supply)
• Do not work materials containing asbestos (asbestos
is considered carcinogenic)
• Use clamps or another practical way to secure and
support the workpiece to a stable platform (holding
the work by your hand or against the body leaves it
unstable and may lead to loss of control)
• Do not clamp the tool in a vice
• Use completely unrolled and safe extension cords with a
capacity of 16 Amps (U.K. 13 Amps)
• The noise level when working can exceed 85 dB(A); wear
ear protection
• Dust from material such as paint containing lead, some
wood species, minerals and metal may be harmful
(contact with or inhalation of the dust may cause allergic
reactions and/or respiratory diseases to the operator or
bystanders); wear a dust mask and work with a dust
extraction device when connectable
• Certain kinds of dust are classified as carcinogenic (such
as oak and beech dust) especially in conjunction with
additives for wood conditioning; wear a dust mask and
work with a dust extraction device when
connectable
• Follow the dust-related national requirements for the
materials you want to work with
• Be sure tool is switched off when plugging in

DURING USE

• Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces,
because the cutter may contact its own cord (cutting
a "live" wire may make exposed metal parts of the power
tool "live"and shock the operator)
• Always keep the cord away from moving parts of the tool;
direct the cord to the rear, away from the tool
• Never use the tool when cord or base-plate R 2
(=protective guard) is damaged; have it replaced by a
qualified person
• Keep hands and fingers away from router bit when tool is
switched on
• Never exceed maximum cutting depth of router bit while
cutting
• In case of electrical or mechanical malfunction,
immediately switch off the tool and disconnect the plug
• In case the router bit is blocked, resulting in jerking forces
on the tool, immediately switch off the tool
• In case of current interruption or when the plug is
accidentally pulled out, immediately switch off the tool in
order to prevent uncontrolled restarting
• Do not apply so much pressure on the tool that it comes
to a standstill

AFTER USE

• After finishing the work, loosen lever H 2, guide the tool
back into the upper starting position, and switch off the
tool
WHEN CONNECTING NEW 3-PIN PLUG (U.K. ONLY):
• Do not connect the blue (= neutral) or brown (= live) wire
in the cord of this tool to the earth terminal of the plug
• If for any reason the old plug is cut off the cord of this tool,
it must be disposed of safely and not left unattended
USE
• Mounting/removing router bits 4
! switch off the tool and disconnect the plug
! ensure that router bit shaft is perfectly clean
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