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Use clamps or a vice to hold work. It’s safer than using your
hand and it frees both hands to operate tool.
13. Do not overreach.
Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
14. Maintain tools with care.
Keep tools sharp and clean for better and safer
performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and
changing accessories. Inspect tool cords periodically and, if
damaged, have repaired by authorized service facility.
Inspect extension cords periodically and replace if
damaged. Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil and
grease.
15. Disconnect tools.
When not in use, before servicing and when changing
accessories such as blades, bits and cutters.
16. Remove adjusting keys and wrenches.
Form the habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting
wrenches are removed from tool before turning it on.
17. Avoid unintentional starting.
Do not carry plugged-in tools with finger on switch. Be sure
switch is off when plugging in.
18. Outdoor use extension cords.
When tool is used outdoors, use only extension cords
intended for use outdoors and so marked. Always use tool
in conjunction with a residual circuit breaker device.
19. Stay alert.
Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not
operate tool when you are tired.
20. Check damaged parts.
Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part that is
damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it
will operate properly and perform its intended function.
Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving
parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other
conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or other
part that is damaged should be properly repaired or
replaced by an authorized service centre unless otherwise
indicated elsewhere in this instructions manual. Have
defective switches replaced by an authorized centre. Do
not use tool if switch does not turn on and off.
21. Warning.
The use of any other accessory or attachment other than
recommended in this operation instructions or the
catalogue may present a risk of personal injury.
22. Have your tool repaired by an expert.
This appliance is manufactured to very high standards and
meets relevant safety regulations. Repairs should only be
done by a suitable qualified electrical engineer or
otherwise.
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Check workpieces for any protruding nails etc. and
remove these.
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Keep your hands away from the surface to be cut.
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Hearing protectors should be worn.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
Always check that the power supply corresponds to the
voltage on the rating plate.
Your machine is double insulated in accordance with EN
50144; therefore no earthwire is required.
Replacing cables or plugs
Immediately throw away old cables or plugs when they have
been replaced by new ones. It is dangerous to insert the plug of
a loose cable in the wall outlet.
Using extension cables
Only use an approved extension cable suitable for the power
input of the machine. The minimum conductor size is 1.5 mm
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When using a cable reel always unwind the reel completely.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the
manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly qualified person
in order to avoid hazard.
MOUNTING ACCESSORIES
Prior to mounting an accessory always unplug the tool.
Wait until the machine has come to a complete standstill
and the cutter has cooled down before replacing a cutter.
MOUNTING AND REMOVING CUTTERS
Fig. B
Only use cutters with a shaft diameter which corresponds with
the size of the collet. Only use cutters which are suited for the
maximum speed of the machine. The cutter diameter should
not exceed the maximum diameter (see ‘Technical
specifications’).
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Press the spindle lock (7) and turn the collet nut (6) until it
engages in the lock. Keep the spindle lock pressed during
this procedure.
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Open the collet nut using the wrench.
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Place the cutter shaft in the collet.
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Tighten the collet nut so that the cutter is locked properly.
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Open the collet nut when you want to replace a cutter.
MOUNTING AND ADJUSTING THE
PARALLEL GUIDE
Fig. C
The parallel guide is a handy aid when working on narrow
workpieces.
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Mount the parallel guide. Attach the guide rods (18) on the
frame (17) using the bolts (19).
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Loosen the locking bolts (4) and slide the guide rods in the
openings (5).
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Adjust the parallel guide to the desired guide distance.
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Tighten the locking bolts again.
MOUNTING THE GUIDE BUSH
Fig. D
The guide bush is a handy aid for cutting a pattern.
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Mount the guide bush (20) on the router base (3) using the
screws (21).
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