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• Provide clearance under the workpiece for the router cutter bit when
through-cutting.
• Keep cutting pressure constant. Do not overload the motor.
• Use only sharp cutter bits that are not chipped or cracked. Blunt cutter
bits will cause stalling and burn the workpiece.
• Never use this router motor with a cutter bit larger than 3-1/2 inches in
diameter.
• Always use cutter bits that are designed for this router. Never use cutter
bits that are larger in diameter than the opening in the router sub-base.
Cutter bits that have cutter diameters larger than the opening could cause
possible loss of control or create other hazardous condition that could cause
serious personal injury.
• The sub-bases on this router have openings of 1-1/4 inch in diameter.
To use cutter bits with a larger diameter, install and use a sub-base with a
larger opening (sold separately at Sears stores or other Craftsman outlets).
• Do not use large router cutter bits for freehand routing. Use of large
cutter bits when freehand routing could cause loss of control or create
hazardous conditions that could result in serious personal injury. If using a
router table, large bits should be used for edging only.
• Be sure that the cutter bit is centered in a template guide (sold
separately) prior to template guide applications to avoid personal injury or
damage to finished work.
• Do not remove more than 1/8-inch in a single pass. Excessive depth of
cut can result in loss of control that could result in personal injury.
• After completing a cut, turn motor OFF and let it come to complete stop
before removing router from workpiece.
• Let the motor come to a complete stop before putting the router down.
Cutter bits coast after power is turned off.
• Only use router tables with on-board switch controlled receptacles.
Failure to use router tables with all the appropriate safety features could
result in serious personal injury.
• Disconnect the tool from the power source before making any adjustments
or changing cutter bits.
• If you are changing a bit immediately after use, be careful not to touch
the collet/nut or cutter bit with your hands or fingers. The heat buildup
from cutting could cause severe burns. Always use the wrench provided.
• Avoid "climb cutting." see "OPERATION" section in this manual. "Climb
cutting" increases the chance for loss of control resulting in possible serious injury.
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