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ADJUSTMENTS
DEPTH OF CUT
As previously mentioned, the depth of cut (30) is important
because it affects the rate of feed that, in turn, affects the
quality of the cut (and, also, the possibility of damage to
your router motor and bit). A deep cut requires a slower
feed than a shallow one, and a too deep cut will cause
you to slow the feed so much that the bit is no longer
cutting, it is scraping, instead.
Making a deep cut is never advisable. The smaller bits
— are easily broken off when subjected to too much side
thrust. A large enough bit may not be broken, but if the
cut is too deep a rough cut will result — and it may be very
difficult to guide and control the bit as desired. For these
reasons, we recommend that you do not exceed 1/8 in.
(3.2 mm) depth of cut in a single pass, regardless of the
bit size or the softness or condition of the workpiece.
To make deeper cuts it is therefore necessary to make
as many successive passes as required, lowering the bit
1/8 in. (3.2 mm) for each new pass. In order to save time,
do all the cutting necessary at one depth setting, before
lowering the bit for the next pass. This will also assure a
uniform depth when the final pass is completed.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING:
When servicing use only identical AEG replacement
parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard
or causeproduct damage.
GENERAL
Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most
plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of
commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use.
Use clean cloths to remove dirt, carbon dust, etc.
WARNING:
Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petro-
leum-based products, penetrating oils, etc. come in
contact with plastic parts. They contain chemicals
that can damage, weaken, or destroy plastic.
Electric tools used on fiberglass material, wallboard,
spackling compounds, or plaster are subject to
accelerated wear and possible premature failure, as the
fiberglass chips and grindings are highly abrasive to
bearings, brushes, commutators, etc. Consequently, we
do not recommended that this tool be used for extended
work on these types of materials. If, however, you do
work with any of these materials, it is extremely important
that you clean the tool frequently by blowing it with an air
jet.
WARNING:
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with
side shields during power tool operation or when
blowing dust. If operation is dusty, also wear a dust
mask.
LUBRICATION
All of the bearings in this tool are lubricated with a
sufficient amount of high grade lubricant for the life of the
unit under normal operating conditions. Therefore, no
further lubrication is required.
CUTTERS
Get faster and more accurate cutting results by keeping
cutters clean and sharp. Remove all accumulated pitch
and gum from cutters after each use.
When sharpening cutters, sharpen only the inside of the
cutting edge. Never grind the outside diameter. Be sure
when sharpening the end of a cutter to grind the clearance
angle the same as originally ground.
COLLET
Dust and chips may collect on the collet from time to
time, making it necessary to clean the collet. To do so,
remove the collet assembly and wipe it with a clean dry
rag. Clean the taper in the shaft in the same manner.
Never immerse the collet or end of the shaft in a solvent
or in water. Before replacing the collet assembly, put a
drop of motor oil on the inside of the nut, on the
threads of the shaft, and on the taper in the shaft.
Replace the collet assembly onto the shaft by hand only.
Never tighten the collet nut without a bit in the collet. This
action could permanently damage the collet.
BRUSH ASSEMBLIES (FIG. 19)
Your router has externally accessible brush assemblies (34)
that should periodically be checked for wear.
TO REPLACE BRUSH ASSEMBLIES
UNPLUG YOUR ROUTER.
WARNING:
Failure to unplug your router could result in acciden-
tal starting causing serious injury.
Remove brush cap (35) with a screwdriver. Brush
assembly is spring loaded and will pop out when
you remove brush cap.
Remove brush assembly (brush and spring).
Check for wear. If worn, always replace in pairs.
Do not replace one side without replacing the other.
Reassemble using new brush assemblies. Make
sure curvature of brush matches curvature of motor
and that brush moves freely in brush tube.
Make sure brush cap is oriented correctly (straight)
and replace.
Tighten brush cap securely. Do not over torque.
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