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.

1.The router is supplied with 2 collets, 1/2” (12.7mm) and 1/4” (6.35mm). The 1/2” (12.7mm) collet comes fitted to the router.

2.Depending on the size of the router bit the collet may need to be changed to allow use of larger or smaller diameter router bits.

3.Depress and hold the

spindle lock button (11) to stop the spindle from turning.

4.Whilst holding the spindle lock button (11) loosen the collet nut (12) by rotating it using the wrench provided.

5.Remove the collet nut followed by the collet

6.Install the new collet

into the assembly; this is sometimes easier if the router is plunged to its full depth.

7.Install the collet nut and tighten by hand.

8.Firmly tighten the collet nut by depressing and holding the spindle lock button (11) and then tightening the collet nut (12) using the wrench provided.

WARNING. Do not tighten the collet nut without a bit in place or you may break the collet cone.

Installing and removing router bits

CAUTION. Always ensure that the router is switched off and unplugged from the mains supply before installing or removing a router bit.

1.Ensure the correct collet is installed for the router bit to be used.

2.Loosen the collet nut (12) by depressing and holding the spindle lock button (11) and then rotating the collet nut (12).

3.Insert the router bit ensuring that the shaft of the bit goes all the way into the collet.

4.Tighten the collet nut assembly by depressing and holding the spindle lock button (11) and then tightening the collet nut (12).

CAUTION. Ensure the bit is firmly secured before commencing operation.

Adjusting the cutting depth

CAUTION. Always ensure that the router is switched off and unplugged from the mains supply before adjusting the depth of cut.

1.Place the machine on a flat surface and loosen the depth gauge locking knob (5).

2.Loosen the depth lock lever

(7) and lower the machine body until the router bit just touches the flat surface.

3.Loosen the depth gauge locking knob (5) and lower the depth gauge (4) allowing