Black & Decker RP250BE Instructions Manual page 16

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g. Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc.,
in accordance with these instructions and in the
manner intended for the particular type of power
tool, 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.
Additional safety instructions for routers
Only use router bits with a shank diameter equal to the
size of the collet installed in the tool.
Only use router bits suitable for the no-load speed of the tool.
Never use router bits with a diameter exceeding the
maximum diameter specified in the technical data
section.
Do not use the tool in an inverted position.
Do not attempt to use the tool in a stationary mode.
Take special care when routing MDF or surfaces coated
with lead-based paint:
Wear a dust mask specifically designed for protection
against lead paint dust and fumes and ensure that persons
within or entering the work area are also protected.
Do not let children or pregnant women enter the work area.
Do not eat, drink or smoke in the work area.
Dispose of dust particles and any other debris safely.
Always wear a dust mask.
This appliance is not intended for use by young or infirm
persons without supervision. Children must be supervised
to ensure they do not play with the appliance.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the
manufacturer or an authorised Black & Decker Service
Centre in order to avoid a hazard.
Electrical safety
This tool is double insulated; therefore no earth wire
is required. Always check that the power supply
corresponds to the voltage on the rating plate.
Features
1. On/off switch
2. Lock-off button
3. Variable speed control knob
4. Plunge lock lever
5. Spindle lock button
6. Collet
7. Revolver depth stop
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8. Chip deflector
9. Depth stop bar
10. Depth of cut scale
11. Dust extraction adaptor
Assembly
Warning! Before assembly, make sure that the tool is
switched off and unplugged.
Fitting a router bit (fig. A)
Remove the chip deflector (8).
Keep the spindle lock button (5) depressed and rotate the
spindle until the spindle lock fully engages.
Loosen the collet nut (12) using the spanner provided.
Insert the shank of the router bit (13) into the collet (6).
Make sure that the shank protrudes at least 3 mm from
the collet as shown.
Keep the spindle lock button (5) depressed and tighten the
collet nut (12) using the spanner provided.
Fitting the edge guide (fig. B)
The edge guide helps to guide the tool parallel to an edge.
Fit the bars (14) to the edge guide (15) using the two
screws (16) provided.
Insert the bars (14) into the router base as shown.
Set the edge guide to the required distance.
Tighten the fixing screws (17).
Fitting the dust extraction adaptor (fig. C)
The dust extraction adaptor allows you to connect a vacuum
cleaner to the tool.
Connect the hose (18) of the vacuum cleaner to the
adaptor (11).
Fitting the template guide (fig. D)
Fit the template guide (19) to the base of the router,
with the flange to the bottom (workpiece) side.
Insert the two long screws (20) from the bottom side
through the template guide and the holes in the base.
Place a nut onto each of the screws and securely tighten
the nuts.
Fitting the distance piece (fig. E)
Fit the distance piece (21) to the base of the router using
the screws provided.
Fitting the centring pin (fig. F)
Fit the edge guide to the router as shown in fig. B,
but upside down.
Fit the centring pin (22) to the workpiece side of the edge
guide with the screw (23) provided.