Adjusting lock lever

The locked position of the lock lever is adjustable. To adjust it, loosen the lock lever 3/4 turn and press the center of the lock lever. The hex nut will come out. Set the hex nut to the desired position and tighen the lock lever.

Switch action

To start the tool, simply pull the trigger.

Release the trigger to stop.

CAUTION:

Before plugging in the tool, always check to see that the trigger switch actuates pro- perly and returns to the "OFF" position when released.

Operation

*Set the tool base on the workpiece to be cut without the bit making any contact. Then turn the tool on and wait until the bit attains full speed. Lower the tool body and move the tool forward over the workpiece surface, keeping the tool base flush and advancing smoothly until the cutting is complete.

When doing edge cutting, the workpiece surface should be on the left side of the bit in the feed direction. (See the figure below)

Feed direction

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(View from the top of the tool)

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Correct bit feed direction

NOTE :

Moving the tool forward too fast may cause a poor quality of cut, or damage to the bit or motor. Moving the tool forward too slowly may burn and mar the cut. The proper feed rate will depend on the bit size, the kind of workpiece and depth of cut. Before beginning the cut on the actual workpiece, it is advisable to make a sample cut on a piece of scrap lumber. This will show exactly how the cut will look as well as enable you to check dimensions.

*When using the straight guide, be sure to install it on the right side in the feed direction. This will help to keep it flush with the side of the workpiece.

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