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FIG. 9

V

W

FIG. 10

HH

II

KK

JJ

U

X

  4. When using vacuum attachment, be aware of the placement of the vacuum 

cleaner. Be sure that the vacuum cleaner is stable and that its hose will not 

interfere with the work.

Vacuum Attachment (Plunge Base Only, Fig. 10)

  1. Remove the motor unit from the plunge base. Refer to 

Motor Quick Release

.

  2. Slide tab (HH, inset) on vacuum attachment into slot (X) in plunge base and snap 

tab (II, inset) into hole in plunge base.

  3. Secure to base with supplied plastic washer (JJ) and thumb screw (KK). Tighten 

thumb screw securely by hand.

  4  Attach hose adaptor to vacuum attachment (U).
  5. When using vacuum attachment, be aware of the placement of the vacuum 

cleaner. Be sure that the vacuum cleaner is stable and that its hose will not 

interfere with the work.

Set-up: Fixed Base

INSERTING THE MOTOR INTO THE FIXED BASE (FIG. 1, 2)

WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, turn unit off and disconnect it from 

power source before installing and removing accessories, before adjusting or 
when making repairs. 

An accidental start-up can cause injury.

  1. Open the locking lever (I) on the base.
  2. If the depth adjustment ring (B) is not on the motor (J), thread the depth 

adjustment ring (B) onto the motor until the ring is about halfway between the 
top and bottom of the motor as shown. Insert the motor into the base by aligning 
the groove on the motor (G) with the guide pins (R) on the base. Slide the motor 
down until the depth adjustment ring snaps into place.

   

NOTE:

 Guide pin grooves (G) are located on either side of the motor so it can be 

positioned in two orientations. 

  3. Adjust the depth of cut by turning the depth adjustment ring. Refer to 

Adjusting 

the Depth of Cut

  4. Close the locking lever (I) when the desired depth is achieved. For information on 

setting the cutting depth, refer to 

Adjusting the Depth of Cut

Summary of Contents for D26204-XE

Page 1: ...D26204 XE HEAVY DUTY COMPACT ROUTER INSTRUCTION MANUAL ...

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Page 3: ...ing to EN 60745 Vibration emission value ah ah m s 7 0 Uncertainty K m s 2 7 The vibration emission level given in this information sheet has been measured in accordance with a standardised test given in EN 60745 and may be used to compare one tool with another It may be used for a preliminary assessment of exposure WARNING The declared vibration emission level represents the main applications of ...

Page 4: ...itable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock f If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable use a residual current device RCD protected supply Use of an RCD reduces the risk of electric shock 3 PERSONAL SAFETY a Stay alert watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs...

Page 5: ...o earth wire is required Young children and the infirm This appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without supervision This appliance is not intended for use by persons including children with reduced physical sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a ...

Page 6: ...d n rated speed Be sure that the motor has stopped completely before you lay the router down If the cutter head is still spinning when the tool is laid down it could cause injury or damage Be sure that the router cutter is clear of the workpiece before starting the motor If the cutter is in contact with the workpiece when the motor starts it could make the router jump causing damage or injury ALWA...

Page 7: ...5 A E D F C B G L J Q FIG 1 ROUND SUBBASE D SUBBASE I K H FIXED BASE M N O P R PLUNGE BASE ...

Page 8: ...tool ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING To reduce the risk of serious personal injury turn tool off and disconnect tool from power source before making any adjustments or removing installing attachments or accessories An accidental start up can cause injury Cutters The tooling can be used with the complete range of commercial cutters e g straight rabbet profile cutter slotter cutter or grooved knife...

Page 9: ...e unit Refer to Motor Quick Release 2 Depress the spindle lock button E to hold the spindle shaft in place while turning the collet nut L counterclockwise with the wrench provided To loosen using the manual ratchet method a Without removing the wrench from the collet nut L release pressure on the spindle lock button E b With the wrench still on the collet nut L reverse the loosening direction to r...

Page 10: ... into the collet and tighten the collet nut 3 Insert the motor into the base and clamp the locking lever on the base 4 Place the cone on the pin T and lightly press down on the cone until it stops as shown This will center the subbase FIXED BASE ASSEMBLED Proper hand position requires one hand to be wrapped around the base as shown WITH PLUNGE BASE ASSEMBLED Proper hand position when using the plu...

Page 11: ... before installing and removing accessories before adjusting or when making repairs An accidental start up can cause injury 1 Select and install the desired cutter Refer to Cutter Installation and Removal 2 Assemble fixed base to motor J ensuring base is attached to the depth adjustment ring B Place router on the work piece 3 Open the locking lever I and turn the depth adjustment ring B until the ...

Page 12: ...rews NN and springs QQ to the base 3 Tighten the thumb screws NN FIG 8B OO GG M NN FF QQ QQ 4 Slide the parallel fence GG over the rods 5 Attach thumb screws NN and springs QQ to the parallel fence 6 Tighten the thumb screws FF temporarily Refer to Adjusting the Parallel Fence ADJUSTING THE PARALLEL FENCE FIG 1 8C Follow the assembly instructions included with the parallel fence 1 Draw a cutting l...

Page 13: ... MOTOR INTO THE FIXED BASE FIG 1 2 WARNING To reduce the risk of injury turn unit off and disconnect it from power source before installing and removing accessories before adjusting or when making repairs An accidental start up can cause injury 1 Open the locking lever I on the base 2 If the depth adjustment ring B is not on the motor J thread the depth adjustment ring B onto the motor until the r...

Page 14: ...ng the plunge lock lever P 3 Loosen the depth adjustment rod O by turning the thumb screw BB counterclockwise 4 Slide the depth adjustment rod O down so that it meets the lowest turret stop N 5 Slide the zero adjuster tab EE on the depth adjustment rod down so that the top of it meets zero on the depth adjustment scale DD 6 Grasping the top knurled section of the depth adjustment rod O slide it up...

Page 15: ...red depth is reached NOTE Releasing the plunge lock lever automatically locks the motor in place NOTE If additional resistence is needed use the hand to depress the plunge lock lever NOTE If additional clamping strength is required press the lock lever further to tighten in the clockwise direction 3 Perform the cut 4 Depressing the plunge lock lever will disable the locking mechanism allowing the ...

Page 16: ... thoroughly cleaned and inspected Have worn parts replaced and lubricated with fresh lubricant Have new brushes installed and test the tool for performance Any loss of power before the above maintenance check may indicate the need for immediate servicing of your tool DO NOT CONTINUE TO OPERATE TOOL UNDER THIS CONDITION If proper operating voltage is present return your tool to the service station ...

Page 17: ... To reduce the risk of injury only DEWALT recommended accessories should be used with this product Recommended accessories for use with your tool are available at extra cost from your local service center If you need any assistance in locating any accessory please contact Stanley Black Decker 82 Taryn Drive Epping VIC 3076 Australia or call 1800 444 224 or NZ 0800 339 258 ...

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Page 20: ...alt co nz NOV13 Part No N377513 D26204 XE Copyright 2012 2013 DEWALT The following are trademarks for one or more DEWALT power tools the yellow and black color scheme the D shaped air intake grill the array of pyramids on the handgrip the kit box configuration and the array of lozenge shaped humps on the surface of the tool ...

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