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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 of this product.
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.
installing the router Bit
WarninG! tO preVent SeriOuS inJury:
Use only rotary cutting bits of the correct shank
diameter for the collet mounted. Use only rotary
cutting bits suitable for the speed of the tool.
WarninG! tO preVent SeriOuS inJury:
Carefully inspect router bits for cracks, chips, or
other damage before installing. Do not use bits
that have been dropped, cracked, or damaged.
The bit may shatter causing serious injury.
1. Use only bits (sold separately) with 1/4" shank size,
that are marked as suitable for the type of material
being cut, and are marked with a speed equal or
higher than the maximum speed marked on the tool.
Do not use a bit with a cutting diameter
larger than the opening in the base.
adjusting cutting Depth
Set the depth of cut using the scale
marked on the side of the Router.
1. Open Lock Lever, then turn Depth Adjustment Knob
until bit is retracted within Base.
2. Place Base on a flat surface, then slide
Motor down in Base until tip of bit contacts
workpiece. Close Lock Lever.
3. The Depth Scale indicates starting position.
Starting position will vary depending on bit used.
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2. Turn Router upside down, open Lock
Lever and remove Base.
3. Press and hold Spindle Lock.
4. Using Large Wrench, turn Collet counterclockwise
to loosen, but do not remove.
5. Insert shank end into Collet as far as it
will go, then pull up slightly so there is a
minimum 1/16" gap at bottom of bit.
6. Place Small Wrench on Spindle and Large
Wrench on Collet Nut, then tighten Collet Nut.
4. Add desired depth of cut to starting
position. Example: If starting position
is 1/2" and desired depth of cut is 1/4",
correct adjustment on the scale is 3/4".
5. Open Lock Lever, then use Depth Adjustment Knob
to move Motor up until scale shows correct
reading; in this example 3/4". Close Lock Lever.
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