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Porter-Cable 7538 Instruction Manual

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MODEL 7539
To learn more about Porter-Cable
visit our website at:
http://www.porter-cable.com
Copyright © 2004 Porter-Cable Corporation
ESPAÑOL: PÁGINA 19
FRANÇAISE : PAGE 35

Plunge Routers

MODEL 7538
IMPORTANT
Please make certain that the person who is
to use this equipment carefully reads and
understands these instructions before
starting operations.
The Model and Serial No. plate is located on the main
housing of the tool. Record these numbers in the
spaces below and retain for future reference.
Model No. ______________________________________
Type ___________________________________________
Serial No. _______________________________________
Part No. 899715 - 12-01-04

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  • Page 1: Plunge Routers

    Instruction manual MODEL 7539 To learn more about Porter-Cable visit our website at: http://www.porter-cable.com Copyright © 2004 Porter-Cable Corporation ESPAÑOL: PÁGINA 19 FRANÇAISE : PAGE 35 Plunge Routers MODEL 7538 IMPORTANT Please make certain that the person who is to use this equipment carefully reads and understands these instructions before starting operations.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Improper operation, maintenance or modification of tools or equipment could result in serious injury and property damage. There are certain applications for which tools and equipment are designed. Porter-Cable strongly recommends that this product NOT be modified and/or used for any application other than for which it was designed.

  • Page 3: Safety Guidelines

    SAFETY GUIDELINES - DEFINITIONS It is important for you to read and understand this manual. The information it contains relates to protecting YOUR SAFETY and PREVENTING PROBLEMS. The symbols below are used to help you recognize this information. indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

  • Page 4: General Safety Rules

    GENERAL SAFETY RULES Read all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. The term "power tool" in all of the warnings listed below refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.
  • Page 5 GENERAL SAFETY RULES d) Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury. e) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.

  • Page 6: Additional Specific Safety Rules

    13. NEVER TOUCH router bits after use. They may be extremely hot. 14. NEVER TIGHTEN COLLET NUT without a bit. 15. DO NOT USE ROUTER BITS with a diameter in excess of 2-1/2" at RPM above 13,000. Router bits up to 3-1/2" in diameter can be used when speed control is set for 13,000 RPM or less.
  • Page 7 IPXX 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.

  • Page 8: Extension Cord Selection

    FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION FOREWORD MODEL 7539 Porter-Cable Router incorporates a speed control that provides operating speeds from 10,000 RPM to 21,000 RPM to handle the most demanding router applications in various materials. MODEL 7538 Porter-Cable Router is designed for continuous, rugged operation to handle the most demanding routing applications.

  • Page 9: Assembly

    Depth Indicator Knob SELECTING THE BIT Models 7538 and 7539 accommodate bits with 1/2" diameter shanks that install directly into the power unit collet. Collets are available that will allow the use of bits having 1/4" or 3/8" diameter shanks.
  • Page 10 Release the plunge mechanism by pulling the locking lever (C) Fig. 2 to the left, and lower the plunge mechanism until the router bit touches the work surface. Release the lever and push it to the right to lock the mechanism in position.
  • Page 11 “Jam” the nuts together to lock. Set the travel limiting nuts so that bit can be retracted into base of router, clear of work. “Jam” the travel limiting nuts together to prevent movement (caused by vibration) which could prevent full bit retraction.

  • Page 12: Operation

    Connect the machine to a power circuit. STARTING AND STOPPING THE MOTOR Before starting the router, make sure bit is clear of workpiece and foreign objects. Also keep a firm grip on the router to resist starting torque.

  • Page 13: Overload Protection

    4. restart the router, using the instructions found in the section “TO START AND STOP ROUTER”. SOFT START MODELS 7538 and 7539 have a “Soft Start” feature designed to minimize startup reaction torque. SPEED CONTROL (Model 7539 only) Five operating speeds from 10,000...

  • Page 14: Using The Tool

    Since the cutter rotates clockwise (when viewing router from top), you can cut more efficiently if the router is moved from left to right as you stand facing the work. When working on the inside of a templet, move the router in a clockwise direction.

  • Page 15: Template Guides

    Fig. 14. DISCONNECT TOOL FROM POWER SOURCE. To install, insert the template guide in the center hole of the router base and secure with the locknut. Before connecting the router to the power source, install the bit, adjust the depth of cut, and rotate the chuck by hand to confirm that the bit or collet will not contact the template guide.

  • Page 16: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE For assistance with your tool, visit our website at www.porter-cable.com for a list of service centers or call the Porter-Cable help line at 1-800-487-8665. MAINTENANCE KEEP TOOL CLEAN Periodically blow out all air passages with dry compressed air. All plastic parts should be cleaned with a soft damp cloth.

  • Page 17: Service

    All quality tools will eventually require servicing, or replacement of parts due to wear from normal use. For assistance with your tool, visit our website at www.porter-cable.com for a list of service centers or call the Customer Care Department at 1-800-487-8665. All repairs made by our service centers are fully guaranteed against defective material and workmanship.

  • Page 18: Warranty

    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.

  • Page 19: Español

    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 •...

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