Operation - Makita RP2302FC Instruction Manual

1. Insert the router bit all the way into the collet cone.
2. Press the shaft lock to keep the shaft stationary and use
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.
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Fig.8
► 1. Shaft lock 2. Wrench 3. Loosen 4. Tighten
To remove the router bit, follow the installation proce-
dure in reverse.

OPERATION

WARNING:
Before operation, always make
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.
CAUTION:
Before operation, always make sure
that the tool body automatically rises to the upper
limit and the router bit does not protrude from the
tool base when the lock lever is loosened.
CAUTION:
Always use both grips and firmly
hold the tool by both grips during operations.
CAUTION:
Before operation, always make
sure that the chip deflector is installed properly.
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Fig.9
► 1. Chip deflector
1. Set the base on the workpiece to be cut without
the router bit making any contact.
2.
Turn the tool on and wait until the router bit attains
full speed.
3. Lower the tool body and move the tool forward
over the workpiece surface, keeping the base flush and
advancing smoothly until the cutting is complete.
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Fig.10
When doing edge cutting, the workpiece surface should
be on the left side of the router bit in the feed direction.
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Fig.11
► 1. Workpiece 2. Bit revolving direction 3. View from
the top of the tool 4. Feed direction
NOTE: Moving the tool forward too fast may cause
a poor quality of cut, or damage to the router bit or
motor. Moving the tool forward too slowly may burn
and mar the cut. The proper feed rate will depend on
the router bit size, the kind of workpiece and depth
of cut.
Before beginning the cut on the actual workpiece, it
is advisable to make a sample cut on a piece of scrap
lumber. This will show exactly how the cut will look as
well as enable you to check dimensions.
NOTE: When using the straight guide or the trimmer
guide, be sure to install it on the right side in the feed
direction. This will help to keep it flush with the side of
the workpiece.
Fig.12
► 1. Feed direction 2. Bit revolving direction
3. Workpiece 4. Straight guide
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