Kobalt K11RTA-03 Manual page 15

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS FOR ROUTER
2. Installing the Cutter Bit
Selecting a Cutter Bit (sold separately)
This router comes with 1/4 in. and 1/2 in. collets
that accept cutter bits with 1/4 in. and 1/2 in.
diameter shanks, respectively.
WARNING
• Do not use router cutter bits that have a cutter bit
diameter larger than 1-1/4 in., because they will
not fit through the sub-base opening, could cause
damage to the sub-base and the motor, and could
cause serious personal injury to the operator.
a. Set the router upside down on its top cap, with
the collet/nut (G) pointing up.
b. Press the spindle-lock button (F) to lock the
spindle shaft.
c. Place the open-end wrench on the collet/nut,
turn the collet/nut counterclockwise with the
wrench, and loosen the collet so that it can
accept the cutter bit shank.
d. Insert the cutter bit shank into the collet/nut so
that the cutting surfaces are approximately 1/8
in. to 1/4 in. away from the face of the collet/nut.
e. With the cutter bit inserted and the spindle-
lock button pressed in to engage the shaft,
place the wrench on the collet/nut and turn
it clockwise until the collet is firmly tightened
around the cutter bit.
WARNING
• Tighten the collet/nut securely to prevent the cutter bit from slipping. If the collet/nut is not
tightened securely, the cutter bit may detach during use, causing serious personal injury.
f. If the smaller collet is necessary to best accommodate the chosen bit, completely loosen
the 1/2 in. collet/nut according to steps 7a to 7c, then insert a 1/4 in. collet into the 1/2 in.
collet/nut (G) as if it were a bit.
NOTICE:
• To prevent damage to tool, do not tighten the collet without a cutter bit installed.
• To ensure proper gripping of the cutter bit shank and minimize run-out, the shank of the
cutter bit must be inserted at least 5/8 in. (16 mm) into the collet.
• The collet is self-releasing. It is NOT necessary to strike the collet to free the router cutter
bit. If the cutter bit seems to be stuck after use, loosen the collet further until it releases.
WARNING
• Bits, sockets, and tools get hot during operation. Wear gloves when touching them.
• ALWAYS remove cutter bits from the collet when the router is not being used. Leaving bits
installed could result in an accident causing serious personal injury.
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