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Porter-Cable 891 Instruction Manual

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MODEL 891
To learn more about Porter-Cable
visit our website at:
http://www.porter-cable.com
Copyright © 2005 Porter-Cable Corporation
ESPAÑOL: PÁGINA 23
FRANÇAISE : PAGE 45
MODEL 8931
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. _______________________________________
Routers
MODEL 892
Part No. 903618 - 01-17-05

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  • Page 1: Instruction Manual

    Instruction manual MODEL 891 To learn more about Porter-Cable visit our website at: http://www.porter-cable.com Copyright © 2005 Porter-Cable Corporation ESPAÑOL: PÁGINA 23 FRANÇAISE : PAGE 45 Routers MODEL 892 MODEL 8931 IMPORTANT Please make certain that the person who is...

  • 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 tighten collet nut without a bit. 14. 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 SYMBOL ... volts ... amperes ... hertz ... watts ... kilowatts ... farads µF ... microfarads ... litres ... grams ... kilograms ... bars ... pascals ... hours ... minutes ... seconds ... no-load speed …/min or …min - ... Revolutions or reciprocations per minute or d.c.

  • Page 8: Carton Contents

    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 9: Functional Description

    NOTE: This tool is shipped completely assembled. No assembly time or tools are required. SELECTING THE BIT The 891 series of routers accommodates bits with 1/4“ and 1/2“ diameter shanks. A collet is also available that will accommodate bits with 3/8“ diameter shanks.
  • Page 10 Disconnect tool from power source. NOTE: The spindle lock actuator will not engage when the tool is turned on. Turn tool off when using spindle lock actuator. 1. Turn the router upside down on its motor cap. 2. Push down and rotate the spindle lock actuator (A) Fig.
  • Page 11 ADJUSTING DEPTH OF CUT Disconnect tool from power source. Open the clamp (A) Fig. 6. Pull lever (B) and set router on work so bit just touches it and the router is flat and level. While holding the lever (B), turn depth knob (C) until zero lines up with zero mark on router base.
  • Page 12 INSTALLING AND REMOVING THE BIT Disconnect tool from power source. Stand the router upside down on its motor cap (Fig. 8B). Clean and insert the shank of the bit into the collet until the shank bottoms. Then back it out approximately 1/16".
  • Page 13 INSTALLING AND REMOVING BITS USING SPINDLE LOCK ACTUATOR WHEN ROUTER IS TABLE-MOUNTED Disconnect tool from power source. NOTE: The spindle lock actuator will not engage when the tool is turned on. Turn tool off when using spindle lock actuator. Reach under table and pull down and rotate the spindle lock actuator (E), Fig.
  • Page 14 Release the plunge mechanism by pulling the locking lever (A) Fig. 14 down. 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 this position.

  • Page 15: Operation

    Adjust the plunge locking mechanism in the following manner: Fig. 15 Hold the plunge locking lever (A) Fig. 15. Insert 1/8" hex wrench (not furnished) through the center of the plunge- locking bolt (B) Fig. 15 into the adjustment screw, and turn counterclockwise approximately one turn.
  • Page 16 GripVac handle (A) Fig. 20. See “ACCESSORIES”. VARIABLE SPEED CONTROL This router is equipped with a variable speed control (A) Fig. 21 with an infinite number of speeds between 10,000 and 23,000 RPM.
  • Page 17 Since the cutter rotates clockwise (when viewing router from top), move the router 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 18 Remove the screws (B) Fig. 26 and remove the sub-base (A). Align the holes of the GripVac handle to the holes of the router base (10) Fig. 24. Insert a hex screw (7) Fig. 24 through the handle into hole (10). From inside the base...
  • Page 19 Fig. Disconnect tool from power source. To install, insert the templet guide in the center hole of the router base and secure in place with a locknut. Before connecting the router to the power source, install the bit, adjust the depth of cut, and rotate the router chuck by hand to ensure that the bit or collet do not contact the templet guide.
  • Page 20 (A) Fig. 31, spare collet (B), and 1/4" and1/2" router bits (C) is available. You can cut out the center of the router parking pad (D) with a sharp utility knife to allow for storage of the router with a bit installed.

  • Page 21: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING 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 22: Service

    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 23: 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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