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Disconnect the plug from the power sourceUse only accessories that are
before making any adjustments, changingrecommended by the manufacturer for
accessories, or storing the tool. Suchyour model. Accessories that may be suitable
preventive safety measures reduce the risk offor one tool, may become hazardous when
starting the tool accidentally.used on another tool.
Store idle tools out of reach of children andService
other untrained persons. Tools areTool service must be performed only by
dangerous in the hands of untrained users.qualified repair personnel. Service or
Maintain tools with care. Keep cutting toolsmaintenance performed by unqualified
sharp and clean. Properly maintained tools,personnel could result in a risk of injury. For
with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bindexample: internal wires may be misplaced or
and are easier to control. Any alteration orpinched, safety guard return springs may be
modification is a misuse and may result in aimproperly mounted.
dangerous condition.When servicing a tool, use only identical
Check for misalignment or binding ofreplacement parts. Follow instructions in
moving parts, breakage of parts, and anythe Maintenance section of this manual.
other condition that may affect the toolsUse of unauthorized parts or failure to follow
operation. If damaged, have the toolMaintenance Instructions may create a risk of
serviced before using. Many accidents areelectric shock or injury. Certain cleaning
caused by poorly maintained tools. Develop aagents such as gasoline, carbon tetrachloride,
periodic maintenance schedule for your tool.ammonia, etc. may damage plastic parts.
Safety Rules for Routers
Hold tool by insulated gripping surfacesAfter changing the bits or making any
when performing an operation where theadjustments, make sure the collet nut and
cutting tool may contact hidden wiring orany other adjustment devices are
its own cord. Contact with a "live" wire willsecurely tightened. Loose adjustment
make exposed metal parts of the tool "live"device can unexpectedly shift, causing loss
and shock the operator. If cutting intoof control, loose rotating components will be
existing walls or other blind areas whereviolently thrown.
electrical wiring may exist is unavoidable,Never start the tool when the bit is
disconnect all fuses or circuit breakersengaged in the material. The bit cutting
feeding this worksite.edge may grab the material causing loss of
Always make sure the work surface iscontrol of the cutter.
free from nails and other foreign objects.Always hold the tool with two hands
Cutting into a nail can cause the bit and theduring start-up. The reaction torque of the
tool to jump and damage the bit.motor can cause the tool to twist.
Never hold the workpiece in one handWhen routing or cutting, the direction of
and the tool in the other hand when infeed with the bitOs cutting edge into the
use. Never place hands near or belowmaterial is very important. Always feed
cutting surface. Clamping the material andthe bit into the material in the same
guiding the tool with both hands is safer. direction as the cutting edge is exiting
Never lay workpiece on top of hardfrom the material (which is the same
surfaces, like concrete, stone, etc...direction as the chips are thrown). NOTE:
Protruding cutting bit may cause tool toinside and outside cuts will require different
jump.feed direction, refer to section on feeding
the router. Feeding the tool in the wrong
Always wear safety goggles and dust
mask. Use only in well ventilated area.direction, causes the cutting edge of the bit
Using personal safety devices and workingto climb out of the work and pull the tool in
in safe environment reduces risk of injury.the direction of this feed.
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