Black & Decker MTRT8, Original Instructions Manual

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ENGLISH
(Original instructions)
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Use both hands on the power unit to control
the router, and run the router at full speed at all
times.
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Move the router counterclockwise when cutting
outside edges. Move clockwise when cutting
inside edges.
Hints for optimum use
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When working on outside edges, move the tool
counterclockwise (fig. E). When working on
inside edges, move the tool clockwise.
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Use pilot (ball bearing) router bits for edge
profile cutting.
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Use HSS router bits for softwood.
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Use TCT router bits for hardwood.
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Not recommended for plunge cutting.
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Refer to the table below for common types of
router bits.
Router bits (fig. E)
Description Application
Straight bit (1)
Grooves and rebates
Trimming bit (2)
Trimming laminates or
hardwood; accurate profiling
using a template
Rebating bit (3)
Rebates on straight or curved
workpieces
V-grooving bit (4)
Grooves, engraving and edge
bevelling
Core box bit (5)
Fluting, engraving and
decorative edge
moulding Cove bit (6) Decorative edge moulding
Ogee moulding bit (7) Decorative edge moulding
Rounding over bit (8) Rounding over edges
Dovetail bit (9) Dovetail joints
Chamfer bit (10) Chamfer edges
Accessories
The performance of your tool depends on the
accessory used. BLACK+DECKER and Piranha ac-
cessories are engineered to high quality standards
and designed to enhance the performance of your
tool. By using these accessories you will get the
very best from your tool.