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Hercules HE041 Owner's Manual & Safety Instructions

Variable speed fixed base router with plunge base kit
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Owner's Manual &
Safety Instructions
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Model
HE041
Variable Speed Fixed Base Router
with Plunge Base Kit
WARNING: To prevent serious injury, User must read and
understand Owner's Manual. SAVE THIS MANUAL.
When unpacking, make sure that the product is intact and undamaged.
If any parts are missing or broken, please call 1-888-866-5797
as soon as possible. Reference 792363573689.

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  • Page 1 Owner’s Manual & Safety Instructions Model HE041 Variable Speed Fixed Base Router with Plunge Base Kit WARNING: To prevent serious injury, User must read and understand Owner’s Manual. SAVE THIS MANUAL. When unpacking, make sure that the product is intact and undamaged.

  • Page 2: Important Safety Information

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION General Power Tool Safety Warnings 3. Personal safety a. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations use common sense when operating a and specifications provided with this power tool. power tool. Do not use a power tool while Failure to follow all instructions listed below may you are tired or under the influence of result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
  • Page 3 m. Do not depress the spindle lock when g. Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits starting or during operation. etc. in accordance with these instructions, taking into account the working conditions n. Do not leave the tool unattended when and the work to be performed.

  • Page 4: Double Insulated Tools: Tools With Two Prong Plugs

    c. Wear suitable gloves to reduce the Double Insulated Tools: Tools vibration effects on the user. with Two Prong Plugs d. Use tools with the lowest vibration when there is a choice. e. Include vibration-free periods each day of work. f.

  • Page 5: Specifications

    Symbology TABLE A: RECOMMENDED MINIMUM WIRE GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS* (120/240 VOLT) EXTENSION CORD NAMEPLATE Double Insulated LENGTH AMPERES 25´ 50´ 75´ 100´ 150´ (at full load) Volts 0 – 2.0 2.1 – 3.4 Alternating Current 3.5 – 5.0 5.1 – 7.0 Amperes 7.1 –...

  • Page 6: Set Up - Before Use

    SET UP - BEFORE USE Chip Shield Attachment For Fixed Base Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY 1. Place the Chip Shield in position and flex the sides of INFORMATION section at the beginning the Shield while pushing in until it snaps into place. of this manual including all text under 2.

  • Page 7: Work Area

    Work Area Edge Guide Assembly 1. Insert two Edge Guide Rods into the 1. Designate a work area that is clean and well lit. holes on the Edge Guide. The work area must not allow access by children or pets to prevent distraction and injury. 2.

  • Page 8: Tool Set Up

    OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section at the beginning of this manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use. Tool Set Up TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM ACCIDENTAL OPERATION: Make sure that the Power Switch is in the off-position and unplug the tool from its electrical outlet before performing any procedure in this section.
  • Page 9 Installing the Motor Housing For Fixed Base For Plunge Base 1. Place the Fixed Base on a flat surface 1. Place the Plunge Base on a flat surface with the back of the Base facing you and with the back of the Base facing you and open the Motor Housing Clamp.

  • Page 10: Setting And Testing

    Depth Setting with Depth Rod / Depth Stop Turret Setting and Testing 1. With the cutting bit installed, lower the Motor Housing until the tip of the bit contacts the work surface. 2. Rotate the Depth Stop Turret to the lowest setting. TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM 3.
  • Page 11 General Instructions for Use 1. Mark the surface of the material to be cut. 7. The cutting bit rotates clockwise. Adjust for this while cutting: 2. Make sure that the Power Switch is in the a. For most materials it is best to move the Router Off-position, then plug the Power Cord into the from left to right as facing the workpiece.

  • Page 12: Maintenance And Servicing

    Cleaning, Maintenance, MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING and Lubrication Procedures not specifically explained 1. BEFORE EACH USE, inspect the general in this manual must be performed condition of the tool. Check for: only by a qualified technician. • loose hardware • misalignment or binding of moving parts •...

  • Page 13: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Possible Causes Likely Solutions Tool will 1. Cord not connected. 1. Check that cord is plugged in. not start. 2. No power at outlet. 2. Check power at outlet. If outlet is unpowered, turn off tool and check circuit breaker. If breaker is tripped, make sure circuit is right capacity for tool and circuit has no other loads.
  • Page 14 Record Product’s Serial Number Here: Note: If product has no serial number, record month and year of purchase instead. Note: Replacement parts are not available for this item. Refer to UPC 792363573689. Page 14 Item 57368 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797.

  • Page 15: Limited 90-Day Warranty

    LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY Harbor Freight Tools Co. makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality and durability standards, and warrants to the original purchaser that this product is free from defects in materials and workmanship for the period of 90 days from the date of purchase.
  • Page 16 Visit our website at: http://www.harborfreight.com Email our technical support at: productsupport@harborfreight.com For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797 © ® Copyright 2021 by Harbor Freight Tools . All rights reserved. No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools.

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