MasterForce 241-0836, Operating Manual

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SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE PLUNGE ROUTER
WARNING: Read all instructions. Failure to comply with all of the follow-
ing instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
• Hold the power tool by its insulated grips when performing any operation
in which the cutting tool may come into contact with concealed wiring
or its own cord. Contact with a “live” wire will also make exposed metal
parts of the tool “live” and subject the operator to electric shock.
•
Use clamps or another practical means of securing and supporting the
workpiece to a stable platform. Holding the work by hand or against your
body leaves it unstable and may result in loss of control.
• Keep the handles dry, clean, and free of oil or grease. This will permit
better control of the tool.
• Keep hands away from cutting area. Never place your hands beneath the
workpiece for any reason. Keep the base of the router in firm contact with
the workpiece when cutting. Grip the router only by its handles. These
precautions will reduce the risk of personal injury.
• Use sharp bits. Dull bits may cause the router to swerve or stall under
pressure.
•
Never touch the bit immediately after use.
It may be extremely hot.
• Be sure that the motor has completely stopped before you put the router
down.
Injury or damage could result from a head that is still spinning when
the tool is laid down.
•
Be sure that the router bit is clear of the workpiece before starting the
motor. If the bit is in contact with the workpiece when the motor starts, the
router could jump, resulting in damage or injury.
• Only use router bits with a shank diameter equal to the size of the tool’s
collet.
• Only use router bits suitable for the tool’s no-load speed.
• Make sure the collet nut is securely tightened to prevent the router bit
from slipping during use.
• Avoid prolonged contact with dust from power sanding, sawing, grinding,
drilling, and other construction activities. Wear protective clothing and
wash exposed areas with soap and water. Allowing dust to get into your
mouth, eyes or remain on your skin may promote absorption of harmful
chemicals.
WARNING:
Use of this tool can generate and/or disperse dust, which may
cause serious and permanent respiratory or other injuries. Always use the ap-
propriate certified respiratory device to protect against dust exposure. Direct
particles away from face and body.
CAUTION: Wear an appropriate personal hearing protective device dur-
ing use. Noise caused by this product could contribute to hearing loss under
certain conditions and periods of use.