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SKU 47937

For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.

Cutting Depth Adjustment

1.

Place the router on a flat surface.

2.

Loosen the Plunger Locking Lever (35).

3.

Push down on the router Handles (33) until the bit just touches the flat surface.

4.

Tighten the Plunger Locking Lever (35).

5.

Turn Depth Stop Turret (51) to select the desired Screw (52) height.

6.

Loosen the Lock Knob (44) holding the Depth Guide Indicator (42), and push down
until it rests on the adjustable Screw (52).

7.

Raise the Depth Guide Indicator (42) in fine increments to desired depth of cut as
read on the Scale Guide (14).

Note: The depth of cut is equal to the distance between the end of the Depth Guide
Indicator (42) and the top of the Screw (52) in the Depth Stop Turret (51).

8.

Loosen the Plunger Locking Lever (35) and lower router body until Depth Guide
Indicator (42) makes contact with the Screw (52).  The depth of cut can now be seen.

Placing the Guide Ring and Dust Collector Tube

The Guide Ring (58) is used to make cuts in stock while following around a template. The
Dust Collector Tube (56) must be used with the Guide Ring.

1.

Loosen the Plunger Locking Lever (35) to raise the router to its upper position.

2.

Without a bit in the Collet (26), angle in the Dust Collection Tube (56) and place it on
the Base (47) seat. See photo below, left.

3.

Turn the router on its side and mount the Guide Ring (58) to the Plastic Seat (48) using
Screws (59). The flange projection of the Guide Ring faces outward as shown below,
right.

4.

Mount the router (straight) bit through the opening of the Guide Ring (58). Refer to
Installing Bits on the previous page. The bit must not touch the Guide Ring.

5.

Adjust the cutting depth, then place the Guide Ring against the edge of the template.

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Summary of Contents for 47937

Page 1: ...STRUCTIONS 3491 MISSION OAKS BLVD CAMARILLO CA 93011 VISIT OUR WEB SITE AT HTTP WWW HARBORFREIGHT COM Copyright 2004 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 For technical questions and replacement parts please call 1 800 444 3353 47937 ...

Page 2: ...ow all instruc tions listed below may result in electric shock fire and or serious injury SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Work Area 1 Keep your work area clean and well lit Cluttered benches and dark areas invite accidents 2 Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres such as in the presence of flammable liquids gases or dust Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes 3 Keep byst...

Page 3: ... an outdoor extension cord marked W A or W These extension cords are rated for outdoor use and reduce the risk of electric shock Personal Safety 10 Stay alert Watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool Do not use a power tool while tired or under the influence of drugs alcohol or medication A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious per...

Page 4: ...s breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the tool s operation If damaged have the tool serviced before using Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained tools 23 Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your model Accessories that may be suitable for one tool may become hazardous when used on another tool Service 24 Tool service must be performed only...

Page 5: ...posure to these chemicals work in a well ventilated area and work with approved safety equipment such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles California Health Safety Code 25249 5 et seq 9 PACEMAKER SAFETY WARNING People with pacemakers should consult their physician s before using this product Electromagnetic fields in close proximity to a heart pacemak...

Page 6: ...e plug is connected through the green wire inside the cord to the grounding system in the tool The green wire in the cord must be the only wire connected to the tool s grounding system and must never be attached to an electrically live terminal 3 Your tool must be plugged into an appropriate outlet properly installed and grounded in accordance with all codes and ordinances The plug and outlet shou...

Page 7: ... outdoors make sure it is marked with the suffix W A W in Canada to indicate it is acceptable for outdoor use 7 Make sure your extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition Always replace a damaged extension cord or have it repaired by a qualified electrician before using it 8 Protect your extension cords from sharp objects excessive heat and damp or wet areas RECOMMENDED MINIM...

Page 8: ... are sharp Handle with care Check the bit for cracks or damage before using Use only router bits Never use a cracked or damaged bit 1 Loosen the Plunger Locking Knob 35 to allow the router to raise fully 2 Press the Collet Lock 23 to keep the shaft stationary 3 Using Wrench 62 loosen the Collet Nut 27 4 Insert the bit all the way into the Collet 5 Using the Wrench securely tighten Collet Nut while...

Page 9: ...ng Lever 35 and lower router body until Depth Guide Indicator 42 makes contact with the Screw 52 The depth of cut can now be seen Placing the Guide Ring and Dust Collector Tube The Guide Ring 58 is used to make cuts in stock while following around a template The Dust Collector Tube 56 must be used with the Guide Ring 1 Loosen the Plunger Locking Lever 35 to raise the router to its upper position 2...

Page 10: ...57 with Guide Shafts 54 is used for chamfer or groove cuts 1 Mount the Guide Shafts 54 to the Straight Guide 57 using Screws 60 and Spring Washers 61 See photo above left 2 Loosen the Lock Knobs 31 3 Insert Guide Shafts into the holes in the router Base 47 See photo above right 4 Adjust the Straight Guide to the desired distance from the bit 5 Tighten Lock Knobs 31 6 When cutting move the router w...

Page 11: ...ock OPERATION Caution Before operating the router read these safety tips Wear ANSI approved impact safety goggles Avoid cutting nails Hold router handles firmly with both hands Keep hands away from rotating bit Wait until it stops and unplug the line cord before making adjustments Don t touch bit right after cutting It becomes very hot Watch and feel for vibration that could indicate an improperly...

Page 12: ...ake sure the power Switch 12 of the Plunge Router is in its OFF position and that the tool is unplugged from the electrical outlet before performing any inspection maintenance or cleaning procedures 1 Before each use inspect the general condition of the Plunge Router Check for loose screws misalignment or binding of moving parts cracked or broken parts damaged electrical wiring and any other condi...

Page 13: ...th Guide Indicator 11 Switch Cover 43 Spring Holder 12 Switch 44 Lock Knob 13 Screw 45 Nut 14 Scale Guide 46 Grub Screw 15 Stator 47 Base 16 Ball Bearing 48 Plastic Seat 17 Rotor 49 Screw 18 Stator Screw 50 Spring Holder 19 Ball Bearing 51 Turret Depth Stop 20 Nut Dust Insulator 52 Screw Depth Stop 21 Bottom Cover 53 Spring Length 22 Spring 54 Guide Shaft 23 Collet Lock 55 Circle Cutting Guide 24 ...

Page 14: ...Page 14 SKU 47937 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 ASSEMBLY DRAWINGS ...

Page 15: ...YER THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT OR THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO REPLACE ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT IN FACT THE MANUFACTURER AND OR DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY STATESTHAT ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD BE UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND LICENSED TECHNICIANS AND NOT BY THE BUYER THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIG...

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