USING THE ROUTER WITH DUST EXTRACTION
•When using dust extraction, be sure that the vacuum cleaner is out of the way and secure so that it will not tip over or interfere with the router or workpiece. The vacuum hose and power cord must also be positioned so that they don't interfere with the router or workpiece. If the vacuum cleaner or vacuum hose cannot be positioned properly, it should be removed.
•Turn on vacuum cleaner before router.
•Empty the vacuum cleaner as necessary.
HINTS FOR OPTIMUM USE
When working on outside edges, move the tool counterclockwise (fig. K). When working on inside edges, move the tool clockwise.
•Use HSS (high speed steel) router bits for softwood.
•Use TCT (tungsten carbide tipped) router bits for hardwood.
•You can use the tool without a guide (fig. L). This is useful for sign writing and creative work. Only make shallow cuts.
•Refer to the table below for common types of router bits.
ROUTER BITS (FIG. M) (NOT INCLUDED)
•Do not use router bits with a diameter greater than
Description | Application |
Straight bit (1) | Grooves and rabbets |
Trimming bit (2) | Trimming laminates or hardwood; accurate profiling using a |
| template |
Rabbiting bit (3) | Rabbets on straight or curved workpieces |
Grooves, engraving and edge beveling | |
Core box bit (5) | Fluting, engraving and decorative edge moulding |
Cove bit (6) | Decorative edge moulding |
Ogee moulding bit (7) | Decorative edge moulding |
Rounding over bit (8) | Rounding over edges |
Dovetail bit (9) | Dovetail joints |
Chamfer bit (10) | Chamfer edges |
Troubleshooting
Problem | Possible Cause | Possible |
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| Solution |
• Unit will not start. | • Cord not plugged in. | • Plug in cord. |
| • Circuit fuse is blown. | • Replace circuit |
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| fuse. |
| • Circuit breaker is tripped. | • Reset circuit |
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| breaker. |
| • Cord or switch is damaged. | • Have cord or |
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| switch replaced |
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| at Black &Decker |
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| Service Center or |
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| Authorized |
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| Servicer |
For assistance with your product, visit our website www.black&decker.com for the location of the service center nearest you or call the BLACK & DECKER help line at
MAINTENANCE
Your tool has been designed to operate over a long period of time with a minimum of maintenance. Continuous satisfactory operation depends upon proper tool care and regular cleaning.
WARNING: To prevent personal injury, always disconnect plug from power source before performing any maintenance. Failure to do so could result in accidental starting and possible injury.
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