Black & Decker RP250 User Manual

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General Safety Rules

WARNING! Read all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below

may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. The term “power tool” in all of the warnings listed below refers to your (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, user must read instruction manual.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

1) WORK AREA SAFETY a) Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents. b) Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence

of flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite

the dust or fumes.

c) Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Distractions

can cause you to lose control

2) ELECTRICAL SAFETY a) Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do

not use any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified

plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock

b) Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces such as pipes,

radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if

your body is earthed or grounded.

c) Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool

will increase the risk of electric shock

d) Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging

the power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts.

Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock. Replace or repair damaged cords. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. Use only 3-wire extension cords that have 3-prong grounding-type plugs and 3-pole receptacles that accept the tool’s plug.

e) When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for

outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric

shock. When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. The following table shows the correct size to use depending on cord length and nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gage. The smaller the gage number, the heavier the cord.

3) PERSONAL SAFETY a) Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a

power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tool

may result in serious personal injury.

b) Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Safety equipment such as

Minimum Gage for Cord Sets

Volts Total Length of Cord in Feet

120V 0-25 26-50 51-100 101-150 240V 0-50 51-100 101-200 201-300

Ampere Rating

More Not more American Wire Gage Than Than 0-6 18 16 16 14 6 - 10 18 16 14 12 10 - 12 16 16 14 12 12 - 16 14 12 Not Recommended

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dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.

c) Avoid accidental starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before

plugging in. Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or plugging in power

tools that have the switch on invites accidents.

d) Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on. A

wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.

e) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables

better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.

f) Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing

and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be

caught in moving parts. Air vents often cover moving parts and should also be avoided.

g) If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection

facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used. Use of these devices

can reduce dust-related hazards.

4) POWER TOOL USE AND CARE a) Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application.

The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.

b) Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off. Any power

tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.

c) Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or the battery pack from the

power tool before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power

tool accidentally.

d) Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons

unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool.

Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.

e) Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts,

breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tools operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use. Many accidents

are caused by poorly maintained power tools.

f) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp

cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.

g) Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc., in accordance with these

instructions and in the manner intended for the particular type of power tool, taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use

of the power tool for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.

5) SERVICE a) Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical

replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.

b) If the replacement of the supply cord is necessary, this has to be done by the

manufacturer or his agent in order to avoid a safety hazard.

SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES

WARNING! Read all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below

may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.

• Hold power tools by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation

where the cutting tool may contact hidden wiring or its own cord. Contact with a “live” wire will make exposed metal parts of the tool “live” and shock the operator.

• Use clamps or another practical way to secure and support the workpiece to a

stable platform. Holding the work by hand or against your body leaves it unstable and may lead to loss of control.

• Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease. This will enable better control of

the tool.

• Keep hands away from cutting area. Never reach under the workpiece for any reason.

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Keep the router base firmly in contact with the workpiece when cutting. Hold the router only by the handles. These precautions will reduce the risk of personal injury.

• Use sharp cutters. Dull cutters may cause the router to swerve or stall under pressure.

• Never touch the bit immediately after use. It may be extremely hot.

• Be sure that the motor has stopped completely before you lay the router down. If the

cutter head is still spinning when the tool is laid down, it could cause injury or damage.

• Be sure that the router bit is clear of the workpiece before starting the motor. If the

bit is in contact with the workpiece when the motor starts it could make the router jump, causing damage or injury.

• Only use router bits with a shank diameter equal to the size of the collet installed in

the tool.

• Only use router bits suitable for the no-load speed of the tool.

• Do not use router bits with a diameter greater than 1-1/8” (27mm). Use of larger than

recommended bits can result in a hazard.

• Not intended to be used with a router table. Do not use the tool in an inverted

position.

• Do not attempt to use the tool in a stationary mode.

• Make sure collet nut is securely tightened to prevent router bit from slipping during

use.

WARNING: Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and

other construction activities contains chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:

• lead from lead-based paints,

• crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products,

• arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber (CCA). Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well ventilated area, and work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.

• Avoid prolonged contact with dust from power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling,

and other construction activities. Wear protective clothing and wash exposed areas with soap and water. Allowing dust to get into your mouth, eyes, or lay on the skin

may promote absorption of harmful chemicals.

WARNING: Use of this tool can generate and/or disburse dust, which may cause serious

and permanent respiratory or other injury. Always use NIOSH/OSHA approved respiratory protection appropriate for the dust exposure. Direct particles away from face and body.

CAUTION: Wear appropriate personal hearing protection during use. Under some conditions and duration of use, noise from this product may contribute to hearing loss.

The label on your tool may include the following symbols.

V ..........................volts A..........................amperes

Hz ........................hertz W ........................watts

min ........................minutes ......................alternating

current

......................direct current

o ........................no load speed

..........................

Class II Construction

........................

earthing terminal

........................safety alert symbol .../min ..................revolutions or

reciprocations per minute

Motor

Be sure your power supply agrees with nameplate marking. 120 Volts AC only means your tool will operate on standard 60 Hz household power. Do not operate AC tools on DC. A rating of 120 volts AC/DC means that your tool will operate on standard 60 Hz AC or DC power. This information is printed on the nameplate. Lower voltage will cause loss of power and can result in over-heating. All Black & Decker tools are factory-tested; if this tool does not operate, check the power supply.

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FEATURES

1. On/off switch

2. Lock-on button

3. Variable speed control knob

4. Plunge lock lever

5. Spindle lock button

6. Collet

7. Turret depth stop

8. Depth stop bar

9. Depth of cut scale

10. Dust extraction adaptor

11. Chip shield

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ASSEMBLY

WARNING: To prevent personal injury, always disconnect plug from power

source before assembly, making adjustments or changing bits. Failure to do so could result in accidental starting and possible injury.

INSTALLING AND REMOVING A ROUTER BIT (FIG. A)

WARNING: Turn the router off and disconnect it from the power supply.

Installing

When changing cutters, remove the detachable chip shield (23), item 23 shown on fig. E .

• Keep the spindle lock button (5) depressed and rotate the spindle until the spindle lock fully engages.

• Place the router upside down on a smooth, flat surface.

• Loosen the collet nut (11) using the spanner wrench provided. Insert the shank of the router bit (12) into the collet (6).

• Make sure that the shank protrudes at least 1/8” (3mm) from the collet as shown.

• Keep the spindle lock button (5) depressed and tighten the collet nut (11) using the spanner wrench provided.

Removing

CAUTION: Burn hazard. Router bits get hot during use. Allow sufficient time for

bit to cool before replacing.

• Keep the spindle lock button (5) depressed.

• Loosen the collet nut (11) using the spanner wrench provided

ATTACHING THE EDGE GUIDE (FIG. B)

WARNING: Turn the router off and disconnect it from the power supply.

The edge guide helps to guide the tool parallel to an edge.

• Fit the bars (13) to the edge guide (14) using the two screws (15) provided.

• Insert the bars (13) into the router base as shown.

BITS AVAILABLE AS ACCESSORIES - NOT SUPPLIED.

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• Set the edge guide to the required distance.

• Tighten the fixing screws (16).

ATTACHING THE DUST EXTRACTION ADAPTOR (FIG. C)

WARNING: Turn the router off and disconnect it from the power supply.

The dust extraction adaptor allows you to connect a vacuum cleaner to the tool.

• Connect the hose (17) of the vacuum cleaner to the adaptor (10).

OPERATION

WARNING: To prevent personal injury, always disconnect plug from power source

before assembly, making adjustments or changing bits. Failure to do so could result in accidental starting and possible injury.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, do not overload the tool. Let it work at its

own pace.

• Carefully guide the cord in order to avoid accidentally cutting it.

ADJUSTING THE DEPTH OF CUT (FIG. D, E & F)

WARNING: Turn the router off and disconnect it from the power supply.

The depth of cut is the distance (X in figure D) between the depth stop bar (8) and the depth stop (18). The depth of cut can be set in two different ways as follows:

ADJUSTING THE DEPTH OF CUT USING THE SCALE (FIG. E)

WARNING: Turn the router off and disconnect it from the power supply.

• Install the router bit as described previously.

• Loosen the locking screw (19).

• Pull the plunge lock lever (4) up.

• Plunge the router down until the router bit touches the workpiece.

• Push the plunge lock lever (4) down.

• Move the pointer (20) in the zero position on the scale (9).

• Add the desired depth of cut to the starting position.

• Move the depth stop bar (8) to the calculated position on the scale.

• Tighten the locking screw (19).

• Fine adjust using the adjusting knob (21).

• Pull the plunge lock lever (4) up and let the router return to its original position.

• After switching the router on, plunge it down and make the desired cut.

ADJUSTING THE DEPTH OF CUT USING A PIECE OF WOOD (FIG. F)

WARNING: Turn the router off and disconnect it from the power supply.

• Fit the router bit and plunge the router down as described above.

• Pull the depth stop bar (8) up.

• Place a piece of wood with a thickness equal to the desired depth of cut between the depth stop (17) and the depth stop bar (8).

• Tighten the locking screw (19).

• Fine adjust using the adjusting knob (21).

• Remove the piece of wood.

• Pull the plunge lock lever (4) up and let the router return to its original position.

• After switching the router on, plunge it down and make the desired cut.

ADJUSTING THE TURRET DEPTH STOP (FIG. G)

WARNING: Turn the router off and disconnect it from the power supply.

After turning the turret depth stop to the desired setting, you can fine-adjust the depth stop to be used. If you want to make several cuts with a different depth of cut, adjust each of the depth stops.

• Turn the depth stop screw (22) up or down as required using a screwdriver.

ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL DIAL

The speed of your router is variable. Use the electronic speed control dial (3) to produce uniform cutting results in wood, plastics and aluminum. Use the lower settings for large diameter cutters and the higher settings for small diameter cutters.

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USING A STRAIGHT EDGE AS A GUIDE (FIG. H)

WARNING: Turn the router off and disconnect it from the power supply.

When it is not possible to use the edge guide, for example when routing grooves in the back panel of a bookcase to support shelves, proceed as follows:

• Place a straight edge onto the workpiece.

• Move the straight edge until it is in the correct position to guide the tool.

• Securely clamp the straight edge to the workpiece.

SWITCHING ON AND OFF Switching on

• Press the on/off trigger switch (1).

Switching off

• Release the on/off trigger switch.

Continuous operation

• To lock the switch on for continuous operation, squeeze the trigger (1) and hold while you depress the lock button (2). Hold the button in while you release the trigger and the tool will continue to run. To turn the tool off, squeeze and release trigger.

USING THE ROUTER

• Make sure that the material to be cut is clamped down and is stable enough to support the router during operation.

• Use both hands on the handles to control the router.

• Move the router counterclockwise when cutting outside edges. Move clockwise when cutting inside edges. See Figure I.

• Always hold router from the front insuring that the chip shield is between the user and the bit.

• After setting the cutting depth as described, locate the router such that the bit is directly over the place you will be cutting. With the router running, lower the unit smoothly down into the workpiece. (DO NOT FORCE THE ROUTER DOWN.) When the tool reaches the pre-set depth, tighten the plunge release lever. When you have finished routing, loosen the plunge release lever and let the spring lift the router directly out of the workpiece.

NOTE: Always feed the router opposite to the direction in which the cutter is rotating.

FEEDING SPEED AND RATE OF CUT

Variation between materials and bit configurations dictates a wide variety of feed rates. Experience is the best measure for determining feed rate. Become familiar with the sound and feel of the router by making practice cuts in scrap material. Make a preliminary adjustment of the speed control, selecting a higher speed for smaller diameter bits and a lower speed for larger diameter bits.

The router bit rotates at a very high speed and may heat up if the router is moved too slowly through the wood and may cause burn marks. Feeding the router too fast or trying to remove too much material in a single pass will overload the motor. Use two or more passes for extra-large cuts (over 1/8" deep), especially in hardwoods.

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. I). 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. J). This is useful for sign writing and creative work. Only make shallow cuts.

• Refer to the following table for common types of router bits.

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ROUTER BITS (FIG. K) (NOT INCLUDED)

• Do not use router bits with a diameter greater than 1-1/8” (27mm). Use of larger than

recommended bits can result in a hazard.

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 V-grooving bit (4) 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 Solution

• Unit will not start. • Cord not plugged in. • Plug in cord.

• Circuit fuse is blown. • Replace circuit fuse.

• Circuit breaker is tripped. • Reset circuit breaker.

• Cord or switch is damaged. • Have cord or switch replaced at Black &Decker Service Center or Authorized 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

1-800-544-6986.

MAINTENANCE

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.

• Regularly clean the ventilation slots in your tool using a soft brush or dry cloth.

• Regularly clean the motor housing using a damp cloth. Do not use any abrasive or solventbased cleaner.

IMPORTANT:

To assure product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, maintenance and adjustment (other than those listed in this manual) should be performed by authorized service centers or other qualified service personnel, always using identical replacement parts.

ACCESSORIES

Recommended accessories for use with your tool are available from your local dealer or authorized service center. If you need assistance regarding accessories, please call:

1-800-54-HOW-TO (544-6986).

WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, do not use accessories rated below the

maximum speed on the rating plate of the tool.The use of any accessory not recommended for use with this tool could be hazardous.

SERVICE INFORMATION

All Black & Decker Service Centers are staffed with trained personnel to provide customers with efficient and reliable power tool service. Whether you need technical advice, repair, or genuine factory replacement parts, contact the Black & Decker location nearest you. To find your local service location, refer to the yellow page directory under "Tools—Electric" or call: 1-800-544-6986 or visit www.blackanddecker.com

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FULL TWO-YEAR HOME USE WARRANTY

Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc. warrants this product for two years against any defects in material or workmanship. The defective product will be replaced or repaired at no charge in either of two ways.

The first, which will result in exchanges only, is to return the product to the retailer from whom it was purchased (provided that the store is a participating retailer). Returns should be made within the time period of the retailer’s policy for exchanges (usually 30 to 90 days after the sale). Proof of purchase may be required. Please check with the retailer for their specific return policy regarding returns that are beyond the time set for exchanges.

The second option is to take or send the product (prepaid) to a Black & Decker owned or authorized Service Center for repair or replacement at our option. Proof of purchase may be required. Black & Decker owned and authorized Service Centers are listed under "Tools-Electric" in the yellow pages of the phone directory and on our website

www.blackanddecker.com.

This warranty does not apply to accessories. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from state to state. Should you have any questions, contact the manager of your nearest Black & Decker Service Center. This product is not intended for commercial use.

FREE WARNING LABEL REPLACEMENT: If your warning labels become illegible or are missing, call 1-800-544-6986 for a free replacement.

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