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Hand-held operation
See Fig VII
• Put on all safety equipment required to use this tool
• Ensure your workpiece is securely clamped to prevent any movement during operation
• Hold the router firmly using both hands to control the router and keep an even pressure and
movement when cutting
• Never operate the router freehand without some form of guide. Guidance can be provided
by a bearing guided cutter
• Always feed against the direction of cutter rotation. The cutter rotates c
indicated by the arrows on the base adjacent to the baseplate mounting knobs)
• Do not operate the router upside down unless securely mounted in a well-guarded router
table (for example, the
Adjusting the depth of cut
There are two ways to adjust the cutting depth:
• Free Plunge,
• Micro Adjuster
Free Plunge
1. Disengage the Plunge Lock Lever (7)
2. Using the handles, push the router down to the required plunge depth
3. Engage the Plunge Lock Lever to lock the router at the required depth
Micro Adjuster
See Fig IX and X
1. Disengage the Plunge Lock Lever (7)
2. T
increase cut depth, anti-c
3. Engage the Plunge Lock Lever when the router is at the required depth, particularly for
heavy cuts
Depth stop and turret
• The Depth Stop Lock Knob (11) and T
different cut depths
Zeroing the router
1. Fit the router bit you require and place the router
2. Rotate the T
3. Loosen the Depth Stop Lock Knob (11) so that the depth stop is fully released
4. Release the Plunge Lock Lever (7), then plunge the router until the tip of the bit is in contact
with the surface of the work bench
5. Now tighten the Depth Stop Lock Knob so that the depth stop is locked in its current
position
Pre-setting the cut depths
1. The top of the fixed post now provides an accurate datum, and the depth of cut can be set
by reference to the graduations printed on the side of the fixed post
2. T
thumbwheel aligns with the depth of cut required (as shown on the fixed post). For example,
for a cutting depth of 3mm, rotate the thumbwheel until the top is aligned with the 3mm
mark on the fixed post.
3. T
Plunging to pre-set depth
• Rotate the turret until the thumbwheel at the required depth is positioned beneath the
depth stop
• Now,
router at the precise depth required
Circle cutting
See Fig XI,
1. Fit the extended base (without fence) to the router
2. Remove the Pivot Mount (19) from the base and fix it to the centre of your work using a
small nail or screw through one of the holes in the pivot mount. Leave the pivot mount bolt
in position
3. Lower the router and base over the pivot mount and refit the washer and wing-nut
4. With the power switched OFF
and make any necessary adjustments.
5. Cut the circle in several passes,
pass. Do not attempt to cut deeply in one pass
6. Through cuts: If cutting all the way through the material,
underside of your workpiece. Cut the circ
through, reduce the diameter and work back to the desired size,
passes
T
• Fitting and operating this router on a router table should be carried out in accordance with
the literature supplied with the router table.
• This product was designed for efficient and convenient operation on most router tables, it is
particularly suited for use with the T
• Router adjustments are made extremely easy using the unique features described earlier
in the manual.
• Refer to ‘F
• The T
and easy above-the-table height adjustment when the router is table-mounted
Accessories
A wide range of suitable accessories for this tool are available from your T
including a large selection of cutter/router bits.
and collets are available from your T
Maintenance
WARNING:
maintenance or cleaning.
Cleaning
WARNING:
cleaning this tool.
• Keep your tool clean at all times. Dirt and dust will cause internal parts to wear quickly
shorten the device’
• Clean the body of your machine with a soft brush, or dry cloth
• Never use caustic agents to clean plastic parts. If dry cleaning is not sufficient,
detergent on a damp cloth is recommended
• Water must never come into contact with the tool
• Ensure the tool is thoroughly dry before using it
• If available, use clean,
applicable)
Lubrication
• Slightly lubricate all moving parts at regular intervals with a suitable spray lubricant
Brush replacement
See Fig XIV
The carbon brushes are a consumable item that should be inspected periodically and replaced
when worn. F
1. With the router disconnect from power
and rear of the motor
2. Remove the brushes by pulling carefully on the protruding springs
3. If either of the brushes is worn to less than 6mm long, they must both be replaced using
genuine T
• Over time the carbon brushes inside the motor may become worn
• Excessively worn brushes may cause loss of power
• After fitting, run the router without load for 2–3 minutes to help the brushes bed in.
process of the brushes fully bedding in may take repeated uses. Motor sparking may
continue until new carbon brushes have bedded in
• Alternatively,
Power cord replacement
If the supply cord needs replacing, the task must be carried out by the manufacturer
manufacturer’
Storage
• Store this tool carefully in a secure, dry place out of the reach of children
Disposal
Always adhere to national regulations when disposing of power tools that are no longer
functional and are not viable for repair
• Do not dispose of power tools, or other waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE),
with household waste
• Contact your local waste disposal authority for information on the correct way to dispose of
power tools
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