Operation

Before operating the router, read these safety tips:

Wear ANSI approved impact safety goggles.

Avoid cutting nails.

Hold router handles firmly with both hands.

Keep hands away from rotating bit. Wait until is stops before making adjustments.

Don’t touch bit right after cutting. It becomes very hot.

Before cutting material, turn router On. Watch and feel for vibration that could indicate an improperly installed bit.

Turn router Off when not actually cutting. Do not leave running.

1.Secure material to be routed.

2.Set router on material to be cut. Verify there are no obstructions in the cutting path.

3.Verify Lock Lever (26) is loose.

4.Press the Power Switch (46) to the On position.

Hold firmly. Router may try to twist from the torque of turning it on.

5.Hold router with both hands when cutting.

6.Allow bit to come to full speed, slowly engage material.

Do not attempt to cut more than 5/8 inch in a single pass. The router bit should always be fed into the stock from left to right so as to match the clockwise rotation of the router.

7.When finished, turn Power Switch to the Off position.

Do not set the router down until the bit has stopped turning.

SKU 37793

For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.

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Harbor Freight Tools 37793 operating instructions Operation