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POWER TOOL INSTRUCTION & USER MANUAL 21-18RT Original Instructions IM-18RT-EN Iss: 08/2021 2886 21-18RT 2886 21-18RT Brushless Router and Accessories Manual.indd 1 2886 21-18RT 2886 21-18RT Brushless Router and Accessories Manual.indd 1 13/09/2021 10:15 13/09/2021 10:15...
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GENERAL WARNINGS & DISPOSAL To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read the instruction manual. This symbol is used throughout this manual to warn the user about potential risks. Please read & understand these sections before using the device. Personal Protective Equipment (P .P .E.), such as ear defenders, eye protection, safety gloves and a dust mask, must be worn during the operation of the device.
Contents GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS 1. Work area safety 2. Electrical safety 3. Personal safety 4. Power tool use and care 5. Battery tool use and care 6. Service SAFETY WARNINGS COMMON FOR ROUTING Additional Safety Rules For Router Trimmers Kickback and Related Warnings CHARGER SAFETY COMPONENT LIST...
GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS Do not abuse the cord. Never use the WARNING! cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging Read all safety warnings, instructions and the power tool. Keep the cord away from specifications provided with this power heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. tool.
Remove any adjusting key or wrench Store idle power tools out of the reach before turning the power tool on. of children and do not allow persons wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of unfamiliar with the power tool or these the power tool may result in personal injury.
When the battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects, like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal objects that can make a connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire.
SAFETY WARNINGS COMMON FOR ROUTING This power tool is intended to work with dust/ chip extraction when function as a router. Read all safety connectable. warnings, instructions, illustrations and Additional Safety Rules For specifications provided with this power Router Trimmers tool.
After inspecting and installing an tool in direction opposite to the wheel’s accessory, position yourself and movement at the point of snagging. bystanders away from the plane of Use special care when working the rotating accessory and run the corners, sharp edges etc. Avoid power tool at maximum no-load bouncing and snagging the accessory.
CHARGER SAFETY JCB chargers are designed to WARNING! operate on standard household supply voltages. Check the rating Read all safety warnings, instructions plate of the charger matches your and specifications provided with the local supply voltage. (Note: the dual charger. Failure to follow all instructions...
COMPONENT LIST Battery size shown for illustrative purposes only LOCK/UNLOCK BUTTON CLAMP SCREW START/STOP BUTTON GRIP SPEED ADJUSTING DIAL CHARGER* - refer to page 15 for further CUTTING DEPTH ADJUSTMENT information. SCREW BATTERY PACK* - refer to page 15 for further CAM LOCK LEVER information TWIN LED WORKLIGHTS...
TECHNICAL DATA Input Voltage 18V dc (from attached battery) Speed : 10,000 - 30,000/min-1 (RPM) Collet Diameter 6.35mm (1/4”) Task Lighting Twin High Output LED’s Motor Type Brushless Motor Protection Automatic over-current cut-off Product Weight (body only) 1.03kg (1.35kg fitted to trimmer base) LITHIUM ION BATTERY TECHNICAL DATA Battery Battery...
NOISE INFORMATION Total noise values determined according to EN 62841-2-4. A-Weighted Sound Pressure (L 77 dB(A) A-Weighted Sound Power (L 88 dB(A) & K 3 dB(A) Wear ear protection when sound pressure is over 80 dB(A) WARNING! WARNING! Wear hearing protection. The noise emissions during the actual use of The effects of noise can cause a loss of the power tool may differ from the above-...
VIBRATION INFORMATION Vibration total values (triax vector sum) determined according to EN 62841-1 and EN 62841-2-4 Vibration Emission Routing 1.265 m/s Value (a h,DS Uncertainty (K) 1.5 m/s WARNING! WARNING! The vibration emission value of the power To be accurate, an estimation of exposure tool is tested under EN 62841-1 and EN level in the actual conditions of use should 62841-2-17, and can vary during operation...
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Intended Use NOTE This router is intended for the trimming/routing If the charge status of battery pack fitted of wood, plastic and similar materials. to the tool is extremely low then the tool The power tool must not be modified or used will not power on.
INSTRUCTIONS Battery Battery Charge Level Green NOTE Battery Charge Status Use only JCB batteries: 21-20LI, 21-30-LI, Charger is connected to 21-40LI and 21-50LI mains power Do not use excessive force when Connected battery is inserting the JCB battery in the charging power tool.
Power tool lubrication WARNING! JCB power tools are properly lubricated in Do not hold the work piece with your the factory and are ready for use. hands. Repairs and servicing...
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Always switch off the power tool and disconnect it from the power supply (remove the battery/unplug the power cord) before transport. Always carry the power tool using the purpose-designed handle. Ensure that the power tool is not at risk of tipping over or exposed to excessive vibration and shocks during transport, especially if the tool will be transported by car or other vehicle.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Speed adjusting dial Electronic function The rotation speed of the tool can be adjusted The tool is equipped with the electronic by operating the Speed Adjusting Dial. functions for easy operation. Refer to the table below for information Constant speed control regarding the number of the dial and the The speed control function provides the...
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4. Push down the tool until the tip of the trimmer bit touches the flat surface, and then turn the fixing lever to secure the tool. Adjusting cutting depth with the plunge base Optional accessory 5. Press down the stopper pole while pressing the 1.
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7. Adjust the cutting depth by pulling up the stopper 10. Tighten the stopper pole fixing nut. pole while pressing the feed button. 8. To perform fine adjustment of the cutting depth, 11. Release the fixing lever. turn the dial on the stopper pole so that it indicates “0”.
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ASSEMBLY NOTE WARNING! The shaft lock may not return to the original Always be sure that the tool is switched off position when you tighten the collet nut at the and the battery cartridge is removed before installation of the trimmer bit. The shaft lock carrying out any work on the tool.
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2. Close the lock lever. Installing or removing the 3. Attach the dust nozzle to the trimmer base, and tilt base then tighten the thumb screw. Optional accessory 1. Open the lock lever of the tilt base, then insert the tool into the tilt base aligning the groove on the tool with the protrusion on the tilt base.
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2. Remove the collet nut and the collet cone. 5. Open the lock lever of the offset base, then insert the tool into the offset base. 3. Install the pulley on the tool by pressing the shaft 6. Mount the belt to the pulley by rotating the belt lock and tightening the pulley with the wrench.
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8. Attach the base plate by tightening the screws. To remove the base, follow the installation procedure in reverse. NOTE You can also mount the belt to the pulley without removing the base plate as shown in the figure. 9. Insert the collet cone and the trimmer bit into the offset base, and then tighten the collet nut.
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Installing or removing the dust nozzle on the plunge base Insert the dust nozzle into the plunge base as per the diagram. Use the two pozi-driv screws located in the base to secure the dust nozzle. To remove the nozzle, follow the installation procedure in reverse.
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OPERATION Using the tool with the trimmer base Set the tool base on the workpiece without the trimmer bit making any contact. Turn the tool on and wait until the bit attains full speed. Move the tool forward over the workpiece surface.
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the workpiece is not straight, the straight guide cannot be used. In this case, firmly clamp a straight board to the workpiece and use it as a guide against the trimmer base. Feed the tool in the direction of the arrow. 3.
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Align the center hole in the straight guide with the center of the circle to be cut. Drive a nail less than 6 mmin diameter into the center hole to secure the straight guide. Pivot the tool around the nail in the clockwise direction.
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Using the trimmer guide Optional accessory The trimmer guide allows for trimming the curved side like veneers for furniture by moving the guide roller along the side of the workpiece. 3. Move the tool with the guide roller riding the side of the workpiece.
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Using the tilt base plate with the 1. Loosen the screws on the base plate, then remove the base plate from the offset base. trimmer base To use the trimmer base with a square base plate, remove the base plate from the tilt base, and then attach it to the trimmer base.
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The knob type grip removed from the straight guide. At the desired distance, tighten the wing nut. plunge base can be installed on the offset base instead of the bar type grip. 3. Operate the tool in the same way as the straight guide for the trimmer base.
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2. Operate the tool in the same way as the templet guide for the trimmer base. Changing knob type grip to bar type grip Using the parallel ruler To install the bar type grip on the plunge base, loosen the screw of the knob type The parallel ruler is effectively used for grip, then remove the knob type grip, and straight cuts when chamfering or grooving.
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OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES WARNING! These accessories or attachments are recommended for use with your JCB tool specified in this manual. The use of any other accessories or attachments might present a risk of injury to persons. Only use accessory or attachment for its stated purpose.
Warranty cover commences from the date of purchase on the retail sales receipt and is valid only for JCB Tools products purchased within the UK bearing the CE and UKCA mark and a visible serial number.
Repairs have not been undertaken using non-genuine spare parts. JCB Power Tools used for Hire Fleets or as part of B2B and Service Contracts are not covered by these terms and conditions. JCB Tools 3 Year Warranty excludes the following (where applicable): Components normally subject to wear such as carbon brushes.
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