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Contents

Warranty                                                                    2
Introduction                                                               3
Description of symbols                                                3
Specifications                                                             3
Safety instructions                                                      4
Additional safety rules for electric routers                    5
Contents of carton                                                      6
Unpacking                                                                  6
Assembly                                                                    6
Know your product                                                      7
Installing and removing router bits                              8
Installing and removing collets                                    8
Adjusting the cutting depth                                        9
Switching on and off                                                   9
Variable speed control                                                 9
Making a cut                                                            10
Using the parallel guide                                            10
Using the dust extraction adaptor                             10
Using the template guide                                          11
Maintenance                                                             11
Power cord maintenance                                            11

Full 2 Years Home Use Warranty

Whilst every effort is made to ensure your complete 

satisfaction with this tool, occasionally, due to the mass 

manufacturing techniques, a tool may not live up to our 

required level of performance and you may need the 

assistance of our service department.
This product is warranted for a 2-year period for home 

domestic use from the date of the original purchase. If 

found to be defective in materials or workmanship, the 

tool or the offending faulty component will be replaced 

free of charge with another of the same item. A small 

freight charge may apply.
The warranty replacement unit is only made available by 

returning the tool to the place of purchase with a 

confirmed register receipt. Proof of purchase is essential. 

We reserve the right to reject any claim where the 

purchase cannot be verified.
This warranty does not include damage or defects to the 

tool caused by or resulting from abuse, accidents, 

alterations or commercial or business use. 
It also does not cover any bonus accessories unless the 

tool is a GMC Platinum Professional model.
Please ensure that you store your receipt in a safe place.
Conditions apply to the above warranty.
If you need direction of what constitutes a free of 

charge warranty claim, please review the guide given on 

the rear of the Receipt Holder. An indication is given as 

to the types of claim that are permissible, and those 

that are not.

Summary of Contents for R1020

Page 1: ...R1020 050701 Ed3 PR INSTRUCTION MANUAL 1020W 1 4 Variable Speed Plunge Router Melbourne Perth Auckland Hong Kong Shanghai Taipei New York Verona London Paris ...

Page 2: ...stic use from the date of the original purchase If found to be defective in materials or workmanship the tool or the offending faulty component will be replaced free of charge with another of the same item A small freight charge may apply The warranty replacement unit is only made available by returning the tool to the place of purchase with a confirmed register receipt Proof of purchase is essent...

Page 3: ...1 in New Zealand Introduction Your new GMC power tool will more than satisfy your expectations It has been manufactured under stringent GMC Quality Standards to meet superior performance criteria You will find your new tool easy and safe to operate and with proper care it will give you many years of dependable service CAUTION Carefully read through this entire Instruction Manual before using your ...

Page 4: ... outdoor extension cord suitable for outdoor use Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock Personal safety 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 alcohol or medication A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious pers...

Page 5: ...will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained Additional safety rules for electric routers Remove the plug from the socket before carrying out any adjustment servicing or maintenance Fully unwind cable drum extensions to avoid potential overheating When an extension cable is required you must ensure it has the right ampere rating for your power tool and is in a safe electrical condit...

Page 6: ...ny damage resulting from such changes Even when the tool is used as prescribed it is not possible to eliminate all residual risk factors The following hazards may arise in connection with the tool s construction and design Damage to hearing if effective earmuffs are not worn Harmful emissions of wood dust when the machine is used in closed rooms Always use supplementary dust extraction Always remo...

Page 7: ... knob 6 Micrometer depth adjustment 7 Depth lock lever 8 6 position turret stop 9 On off switch 10 Spindle lock 11 Collet nut 12 Base plate 13 Dust extraction adaptor 14 Parallel guide locking knob x2 15 Parallel guide 16 Wrench 17 Template guide 18 Collet 7 18 14 16 6 17 15 4 3 5 2 9 13 1 7 10 17 8 11 12 ...

Page 8: ...tightening the collet nut with the supplied spanner 16 WARNING Do not tighten the collet nut without a bit in place or you may break the collet CAUTION Ensure the bit is firmly secured before commencing operation Installing and removing collets CAUTION Always ensure that the router is switched off and unplugged from the mains supply before installing or removing a collet NOTE This router only acce...

Page 9: ...e turn of the micrometer depth adjustment knob represents 1mm 8 Loosen the depth lock lever and raise the machine body 9 When making a subsequent cutting operation the final depth of cut will be reached when the depth gauge touches the selected turret stop 10 The turret stop 8 has six turrets By rotating the turret stop it is possible to quickly and easily set the depth at six different levels Thi...

Page 10: ... The proper feed rate will depend on the bit size the type of material being cut and the depth of the cut Practice first on a scrap piece of material to gauge the correct feed rate and the cut dimensions CAUTION Always use two hands to hold the router CAUTION Where possible clamp the workpiece to the bench Using the parallel guide The parallel guide 15 is an effective aid to cutting in a straight ...

Page 11: ... are tight They may vibrate loose over time Keep the tool s air vents unclogged and clean at all times Regularly check to see if any dust or foreign matter has entered the grills near the motor and around the switches Use a soft brush to remove any accumulated dust Wear safety glasses to protect your eyes whilst cleaning Re lubricate all moving parts at regular intervals If the body of the tool ne...

Page 12: ...ce to make suggestions or give comments about any GMC product With continuing product development changes may have occurred which render the product received slightly different to that shown in this instruction manual The manufacturer reserves the right to change specifications without notice Note Specifications may differ from country to country The GMC 777 Helpline operates from 7am to 7pm 7 day...

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