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- Page 1 1800W VARIABLE SPEED ROUTER MODEL NO: CR3 PART NO: 6462081 OPERATION & MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS LS1111...
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Page 2: Introduction
INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE 1800W Variable Speed Router. Before attempting to use this product, please read this manual thoroughly and follow the instructions carefully. In doing so you will ensure the safety of yourself and that of others around you, and you can look forward to your purchase giving you long and satisfactory service. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ..............2 GUARANTEE ................2 IN THE BOX ................2 TABLE OF CONTENTS ............3 GENERAL SAFETY RULES ............4 ADDITIONAL WARNINGS FOR ROUTERS ......6 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS ..........7 OVERVIEW ................8 BEFORE USE ................9 OPERATION ................10 MAINTENANCE AND CARE ..........16 ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ...........16 TROUBLESHOOTING ..............17 SPECIFICATIONS ..............18 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ........19... -
Page 4: General Safety Rules
GENERAL SAFETY RULES 1. WORK AREA Keep the work area clean and well lit. Cluttered and dark areas invite accidents. Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes. - Page 5 Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be caught in moving parts. 4. POWER TOOL USE AND CARE Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application.
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Page 6: Additional Warnings For Routers
ADDITIONAL WARNINGS FOR ROUTERS a. Never start the router while the bit is touching the workpiece. b. Ensure the bit has completely stopped before engaging the spindle lock. c. Do not handle bits immediately after use - they become very hot. d. -
Page 7: Electrical Connections
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS WARNING: READ THESE ELECTRICAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY BEFORE CONNECTING THE PRODUCT TO THE MAINS SUPPLY. Before switching the product on, make sure that the voltage of your electricity supply is the same as that indicated on the rating plate. This product is designed to operate on 230VAC 50Hz. -
Page 8: Overview
OVERVIEW NO. DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER NO. DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER Collet nut ARGCR301 Depth Stop Lock ARGCR307 Spindle Lock ARGCR302 Depth Stop Turret ARGCR308 Mains Lead ARGCR303 Side Fence ARGCR309 Handle ARGCR304 Dust Extractor Spout ARGCR310 Fine Height Adj ARGCR305 Thumb screw ARGCR311 Depth Stop Scale ARGCR306... -
Page 9: Before Use
BEFORE USE HOW TO FIT AND REMOVE A ROUTER BIT WARNING: ENSURE MACHINE IS ISOLATED FROM POWER SUPPLY BEFORE CHANGING THE ROUTER BITS. 1. Press and hold the spindle lock whilst rotating the spindle until the spindle locks into position. 2. -
Page 10: Operation
FITTING AND REMOVING THE DUST EXTRACTION SPOUT 1. Place two nuts in to the dust extraction spout as shown. 2. Position the dust extraction spout to the router as shown. 3. Use the screws provided to secure the dust extraction spout. OPERATION CORRECT HAND POSITION The correct way to hold the router... - Page 11 ADJUSTING THE DEPTH OF CUT. CAUTION: TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO THE MOTOR OR DIFFICULTY CONTROLLING THE TOOL, THE DEPTH OF CUT SHOULD BE LIMITED TO 5-6 MM IN EACH PASS. IF YOU REQUIRE MORE THAN THIS MAKE SEVERAL PASSES WITH PROGRESSIVELY DEEPER SETTINGS. With the appropriate bit installed, proceed as follows: 1.
- Page 12 USING THE MULTI-STOP TURRET The multi-stop turret can be used to assist in making multiple passes. Using the turret in this manner removes the necessity for resetting the depth stop for each pass. Each stop on the turret is approximately 3mm. 1.
- Page 13 FEED SPEED The speed at which the router is moved along the workpiece must not be so fast that it causes the motor to slow down, or too slow that the bit starts to leave burn marks on the timber. The proper feed rate to use depends on the bit size, the material being cut, the depth of the cut and the speed selected.
- Page 14 SIDE FENCE ROUTING The side-fence is used to guide the router when routing grooves and slots parallel to the workpiece edge. • The edge of the workpiece must be straight and true. FITTING THE SIDE FENCE 1. Fit the guide rods to the side fence and secure using the screw, washer and spring washer supplied.
- Page 15 ROUTING WITH A TEMPLATES FITTING THE TEMPLATE GUIDE BUSH The template guide bush can only be used when the dust extraction spout is fitted. 1. Remove the screws that hold on the dust extraction spout. 2. Place the template into position as shown.
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Page 16: Maintenance And Care
MAINTENANCE AND CARE CLEANING • To ensure the best performance from the router, it must be kept clean. • Keep the cooling vents on the motor housing clean and unobstructed at all times. Blow out any dust and dirt at regular intervals. -
Page 17: Troubleshooting
Router will not operate. No supply of power Check that power is available at source Brushes worn or sticking Contact the CLARKE service department (0208 988 7400) Switch is faulty Contact the CLARKE service department (0208 988 7400) Motor components open or... -
Page 18: Specifications
Vibration Levels 3.72 m/s Uncertainty value K (1.5) Specifications are correct at the time of going to print. However, CLARKE International reserve the right to change specifications at any time without prior notice. VIBRATION EMISSIONS The vibration values given in this manual have been measured in accordance to EN 60745. -
Page 19: Declaration Of Conformity
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Parts & Service: 020 8988 7400 / E-mail: Parts@clarkeinternational.com or Service@clarkeinternational.com...
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