Operation - Makita RP1802 Instruction Manual

Soft start feature
Soft-start feature minimizes start-up shock, and makes
the tool start smoothly.
Constant speed control
Only for model RP2302FC, RP2303FC
Possible to get fine finish, because the rotating speed is
kept constant even under the loaded condition.
Speed adjusting dial
Only for model RP2302FC, RP2303FC
Do not use the speed adjusting
WARNING:
dial during operation. The router bit can be touched
by the operator because of reaction force. This may
result in personal injury.
If the tool is operated continuously
NOTICE:
at low speeds for a long time, the motor will get
overloaded, resulting in tool malfunction.
The speed adjusting dial can be turned
NOTICE:
only as far as 6 and back to 1. Do not force it past
6 or 1, or the speed adjusting function may no
longer work.
The tool speed can be changed by turning the speed
adjusting dial to a given number setting from 1 to 6.
► Fig.6: 1. Speed adjusting dial
Higher speed is obtained when the dial is turned in the
direction of number 6. And lower speed is obtained
when it is turned in the direction of number 1.
This allows the ideal speed to be selected for optimum
material processing, i.e. the speed can be correctly
adjusted to suit the material and bit diameter.
Refer to the table for the relationship between the num-
ber settings on the dial and the approximate tool speed.
Number
1
2
3
4
5
6
Lighting up the lamps
Only for model RP1802F, RP1803F, RP2302FC,
RP2303FC
Do not look in the light or see the
CAUTION:
source of light directly.
Pull the switch trigger to turn on the light. The lamp
keeps on lighting while the switch trigger is being pulled.
The lamp turns off approximately 10 seconds after
releasing the trigger.
► Fig.7: 1. Lamp
NOTE: Use a dry cloth to wipe the dirt off the lens of
the lamp. Be careful not to scratch the lens of lamp, or
it may lower the illumination.
ASSEMBLY
switched off and unplugged before carrying out
any work on the tool.
Installing or removing the router bit
Always use only the wrench provided with the
tool. A loose or overtightened router bit can be
dangerous.
NOTICE:
inserting a router bit or install small shank bits
without using a collet sleeve. Either can lead to
breakage of the collet cone.
1.
2.
the wrench to tighten the collet nut securely. When using router
bits with smaller shank diameter, first insert the appropriate
collet sleeve into the collet cone, then install the router bit.
► Fig.8: 1. Shaft lock 2. Wrench 3. Loosen 4. Tighten
To remove the router bit, follow the installation proce-
dure in reverse.

OPERATION

sure that the stopper pole is secured firmly by the
stopper pole setting nut. Otherwise the depth of
cut may change during operation and cause personal
injury.
min
-1
9,000
sure that the tool body automatically rises to
11,000
the upper limit and the router bit does not pro-
trude from the tool base when the lock lever is
14,000
loosened.
17,000
20,000
hold the tool by both grips during operations.
23,000
sure that the chip deflector is installed properly.
► Fig.9: 1. Chip deflector
1.
the router bit making any contact.
2.
3.
over the workpiece surface, keeping the base flush and
advancing smoothly until the cutting is complete.
► Fig.10
When doing edge cutting, the workpiece surface should
be on the left side of the router bit in the feed direction.
► Fig.11: 1. Workpiece 2. Bit revolving direction
12 ENGLISH
Always be sure that the tool is
CAUTION:
Install the router bit securely.
CAUTION:
Do not tighten the collet nut without
Insert the router bit all the way into the collet cone.
Press the shaft lock to keep the shaft stationary and use
Before operation, always make
WARNING:
Before operation, always make
CAUTION:
Always use both grips and firmly
CAUTION:
Before operation, always make
CAUTION:
Set the base on the workpiece to be cut without
Turn the tool on and wait until the router bit attains full speed.
Lower the tool body and move the tool forward
3. View from the top of the tool 4. Feed
direction