DeWalt DW618PKB, DW618K, DW618M, DW618B3, DW616PK User Manual

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General Safety Instructions

WARNING! Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below, may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.

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Safety Instructions For All Tools

WORK AREA

Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered benches and dark areas invite accidents.

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.

Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while operating a power tool.

Distractions can cause you to lose control.

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

Grounded tools must be plugged into an outlet properly installed and grounded in accordance with all codes and ordinances. Never remove the grounding prong or modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs. Check with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded. If the tool should electrically malfunction or break down, grounding provides a low resistance path to carry electricity away from the user. This tool uses grounded construction (3 prong plug) to provide a means to transfer electrical energy safely away from the user in the event the tool electrically malfunctions, breaks down, or the tool case becomes live. Damage to, or loss of, one of the 3 plug blades; damage to the plug or cord, or failure to have the tool plugged into a verified and continuously grounded electrical system, may result in electric shock, serious injury, or death. To avoid these risks of injury, the tool must, at all times, be maintained and in proper working order (cord, plug blades) and plugged into a continuously grounded electrical system. (See also “Cleaning” in the Maintenance section.)

Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is grounded.

Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.

Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord to carry tools or pull the plug from an outlet. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Replace damaged cords immediately. Damaged cords increase the risk of electric shock.

When operating a power tool outside, use an outdoor extension cord marked “W-A” or “W.” These cords are rated for outdoor use and reduce the risk of electric shock.

EXTENSION CORDS

Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw. A voltage decrease of more than 10% will cause a loss of power and overheating. 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.

			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
10	-	12	16	16	14	12
12	-	16	14	12	Not Recommended

PERSONAL SAFETY

Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use tool while tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.

Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Contain long hair. 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.

Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch is off before plugging in. Carrying tools with your finger on the switch or plugging in tools that have the switch on invites accidents.

Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the tool on. A wrench or key that is left attached to a rotating part of the tool may result in personal injury.

Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Proper footing and balance enables better control of the tool in unexpected situations.

Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection must be used for appropriate conditions.

TOOL USE AND CARE

Use clamps or other practical ways to secure and support the workpiece to a stable platform. Holding the work by hand or against your body is unstable and may lead to loss of control.

Do not force tool. Use the correct tool for your application. The correct tool will do the job better and safer and the rate for which it is designed.

Do not use tool if switch does not turn it on or off. Any tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.

Disconnect the plug from the power source before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing the tool. Such preventative safety measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally.

Store idle tools out of reach of children and other untrained persons. Tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.

Maintain tools with care. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained tools, with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.

Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and any other condition that may affect the tools operation. If damaged, have the tool serviced before using. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained tools.

Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your model.

Accessories that may be suitable for one tool may become hazardous when used on another tool.

SERVICE

Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel. Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury.

When servicing a tool, use only identical replacement parts. Follow instructions in the Maintenance section of this manual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow maintenance instructions may create a risk of electric shock or injury.

Specific Safety Rules for Routers

Hold tool 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.

Metal cutting with router: If using router for metal cutting, clean out tool often. Metal dust and chips often accumulate on interior surfaces and could create a risk of serious injury, electrical shock or death.

Never run the motor unit when it is not inserted in one of the router bases. The motor is not designed to be handheld.

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. 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.

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

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 paint.

•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.

•The label on your tool may include the following symbols. The symbols and definitions are as follows:

	V ............	volts					........	alternating current
	A	amperes						direct current
			no ......
	Hz ..........	hertz						no load speed
	W ............	watts				..........		Class II Construction
	min..........	minutes						earthing terminal
						..........
	..........	safety alert symbol	…/min ..					revolutions per minute

FAMILIARIZATION

Motor

Your DEWALT tool is powered by a DEWALT-built motor. Be sure your power supply agrees with the nameplate marking.

“120 V~” means your tool may be operated with alternating current only. Do not connect your tool to a direct current power supply. All DEWALT tools are factory tested; if this tool does not operate, check the power supply.

Switch

To turn the tool on, push the toggle switch to the on position indicated on the tool. To turn the tool off, push the toggle switch to the off position indicated on the tool.

Detachable Cord Set (Fig. 1)

Insert the detachable cordset plug so that the key (W) is aligned with the notch (V) in the socket. Turn the plug clockwise one quarter turn to lock.

CAUTION: Always turn off the tool and remove the plug from the power supply before detaching the cordset from the tool.

CAUTION: Always leave the toggle switch in the off position when removing or attaching the cord from the motor. If the toggle switch is in the on position when the cordset is attached, the tool will start unexpectedly, causing loss of control, personal injury, and/or damage to the tool or workpiece.

SET-UP: FIXED BASE

Motor Quick Release (Fig. 2)

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

1.Open the locking lever (D) on the base.

2.Grasp the base with one hand, depressing the quick release latches (A).

3.With the other hand, grasp the top of the motor unit and lift it from the base.

Inserting the Motor into the Fixed Base (Fig. 3)

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

1.Open the locking lever (D) on the base.

2.If the depth adjustment ring (B) is not on the motor, thread the depth adjustment ring (B) onto the motor until the ring is about halfway between the top and bottom of the motor as shown. Insert the motor into the base by aligning the groove on the motor (H) with the guide pins (X) on the base. Slide the motor down until the Depth Adjustment Ring snaps into the quick release latches (A).

NOTE: Guide pin grooves are located on either side of the motor so that it can be positioned in two orientations.

3.Adjust the depth of cut by turning the depth adjustment ring. See the heading Adjusting the Depth of Cut in the OPERATION: FIXED BASE section of this manual.

4.Close the locking lever (D) when the desired depth is achieved. For information on setting the cutting depth, see the heading Adjusting the Depth of Cut in the OPERATION: FIXED BASE section of this manual.

Locking Lever Adjustment (Fig. 4)

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

You should be able to clamp the locking lever without excessive force. Excessive force may damage the base.

You should not be able to move the motor in the base when the locking lever is clamped. To adjust the locking lever’s clamping force, open the locking lever (D) and turn the nut (Y) in small increments. Turning the nut clockwise tightens the lever, while turning the nut counterclockwise loosens the lever.

Centering the Subbase (Fig. 5)

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

If you need to adjust, change, or replace the subbase, a centering tool is provided. The centering tool consists of a cone and a pin. To adjust the subbase, follow the steps below.

1.Loosen but do not remove the subbase screws so that the subbase can move freely.

2.Insert the pin into the collet and tighten the collet nut.

3.Insert the motor into the base and clamp the locking lever on the base.

4.Place the cone on the pin and lightly press down on the cone until it stops as shown. This will center the subbase.

5.While holding down on the cone, tighten the subbase screws.

OPERATION: FIXED BASE

Bit Installation and Removal (Fig. 6)

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

1.To install a bit, insert the round shank of the desired router bit into the loosened collet as far as it will go and then pull it out about 1/16". Using the wrench(es) provided, turn the collet nut (J) clockwise while holding the spindle shaft with the second wrench. [On the DW618, depress the spindle lock button (I) to hold the spindle shaft.]

2.To remove a bit, hold the spindle shaft while turning the collet nut (J) counterclockwise with the wrench provided. [Hold the spindle by depressing the spindle lock button (I) on the DW618.] The self-releasing collet nut will turn approximately 3/4 of a turn and then become tight again. At this point the bit cannot be removed. Continue turning the collet nut counterclockwise. This lifts the collet, allowing the bit’s removal.

Collets

NOTE: Never tighten the collet without first installing a router bit in it. Tightening an empty collet, even by hand, can damage the collet.

Two collets are included with the motor: one 1/4" and one 1/2". To change collet sizes, unscrew the collet assembly as described above. Install the desired collet by reversing the procedure. The collet and the collet nut are connected. Do not attempt to remove the collet from the collet nut.

Adjusting the Depth of Cut (Fig. 2, 3)

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

1.Select and install the desired bit. See the heading Bit Installation and Removal.

2.Place the router on its base on the work piece.

3.Open the locking lever (D) and turn the depth adjustment ring (B) until the bit just touches the work piece. Turning the ring clockwise raises the cutting head while turning it counterclockwise lowers the cutting head.

4.Move the adjustable scale clockwise (C) so that 0 on the scale is located exactly above the pointer (Z) on the base.

5.Turn the depth adjustment ring along with the adjustable scale to the desired depth. Note that each mark on the adjustable scale represents a depth change of 1/64" or .015" (.4mm).

6.Close the locking lever (D).

Using a Parallel Fence

A parallel fence (DW6913) is available from your local retailer or service center at extra cost. Follow the assembly instructions included with the fence. Insert the two bars through the edge guide holes in the router base. Adjust as needed for parallel routing.

SET-UP: D-HANDLE BASE Motor Quick Release

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

1.Open the locking lever (D) on the base.

2.Grasp the base with one hand while depressing the quick release latches (A).

3.With the other hand, grasp the top of the motor unit and lift it from the base.

Inserting the Motor into the D-Handle Base (Fig. 7)

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

1.Open the locking lever (D) on the base.

2.Thread the depth adjustment ring (B) onto the motor until the ring is about halfway between the top and bottom of the motor. Insert the motor into the base by aligning the groove on the motor (H) with the guide pins (X) on the base. Slide the motor down until the depth adjustment ring snaps into the quick release latches (A).

3.Close the locking lever when the desired depth is achieved. For information on setting cutting depth, see the heading Adjusting the Depth of Cut in the OPERATION: D-HANDLE BASE section of this manual.

4.Be sure that the trigger switch (N) is released and the trigger lock button (O) is in the unlocked and off position.

5.Unlock and disconnect the detachable cordset (L) from the motor.

6.Connect the detachable cordset (L) to bottom of D-Handle and lock the cord.

7.Connect the short cord (AA) from top of D-Handle to the motor as shown. Be sure the cord is locked.

8.Place the toggle switch in the on position. This allows the trigger switch on the D-handle to control the router.

Locking Lever Adjustment (Fig. 4)

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

You should be able to clamp the locking lever without excessive force. Excessive force may damage the base.

You should not be able to move the motor in the base when the locking lever is clamped. To adjust the locking lever’s clamping force, open the locking lever (D) and turn the nut (Y) in small increments. Turning the nut clockwise tightens the lever while turning the nut counterclockwise loosens the lever.

Centering the Subbase (Fig. 5)

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

If you need to adjust, change, or replace the subbase, a centering tool is provided. The centering tool consists of a cone and a pin. To adjust the subbase, follow the steps below.

1.Loosen but do not remove the subbase screws so that the subbase can move freely.

2.Insert the pin into the collet and tighten the collet nut.

3.Insert the motor into the base and clamp the locking lever on the base.

4.Place the cone on the pin and lightly press down on cone until it stops as shown. This will center the subbase.

5.While holding down on the cone, tighten the subbase screws.

OPERATION: D-HANDLE BASE

Knob Locations

Grip the D-Handle with one hand and place the other hand on the the knob. The D-Handle router base has two positions for the knob to accommodate right or left hand use.

CAUTION: Use both hands at all times to maintain control.

Trigger Lock

To lock the trigger, pull the trigger switch (N) completely, then push the trigger lock button (O). The router will remain on after you remove your finger from the trigger. To unlock the trigger lock button, pull the trigger and release. The lock button will pop out and the router will turn off.

Bit Installation and Removal (Fig. 6)

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

1.To install a bit, insert the round shank of the desired router bit into the loosened collet as far as it will go and then pull it out about 1/16". Using the wrench(es) provided, turn the collet nut (J) clockwise while holding the spindle shaft with the second wrench. [On the DW618, depress the spindle lock button (I) to hold the spindle shaft.]

2.To remove a bit, hold the spindle shaft while turning the collet nut (J) counterclockwise with the wrench provided. [Hold the spindle by depressing the spindle lock button (I) on the DW618.] The self-releasing collet nut will turn approximately 3/4 of a turn and then become tight again. At this point the bit cannot be removed. Continue turning the collet nut counterclockwise. This lifts the collet, allowing the bit’s removal.

Collets

NOTE: Never tighten the collet without first installing a router bit in it. Tightening an empty collet, even by hand, can damage the collet.

Two collets are included with the motor: one 1/4" and one 1/2". To change collet sizes, unscrew the collet assembly as described above. Install the desired collet by reversing the procedure.The collet and the collet nut are connected. Do not attempt to remove the collet from the collet nut.

Adjusting the Depth of Cut (Fig. 3)

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

1.Select and install the desired bit. See the heading Bit Installation and Removal.

2.Place the router on its base on the work piece.

3.Open the locking lever (D) and turn the depth adjustment ring (B) until the bit just touches the work piece. Turning the ring clockwise raises the cutting head while turning it counterclockwise lowers the cutting head.

4.Move the adjustable scale clockwise so that 0 on the scale is located exactly above the pointer (Z) on the base.

5.Turn the depth adjustment ring along with the adjustable scale to the desired depth. Note that each mark on the adjustable scale represents a depth change of 1/64" or .015" (.4mm).

6.Close the locking lever (D).

Using a Parallel Fence

A parallel fence (DW6913) is available from your local retailer or service center at extra cost. Follow the assembly instructions included with the fence. Insert the two bars through the holes in the router base. Adjust as needed for parallel routing.

SET-UP: PLUNGE BASE (Fig. 8) Motor Quick Release

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

1.Open the locking lever (D) on the base.

2.Grasp the top of the motor unit and lift it from the base.

Inserting the Motor into the Plunge Base

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

1.Remove the depth adjustment ring from the motor. It is not used with the plunge base.

2.Open the locking lever (D) on the base to ensure that the motor properly seats.

3.Ensure that the plunge lock lever (R) is locked.

4.Align the flat of the motor’s end cap (BB) with pillar (CC) and insert the motor into the plunge base until it stops.

5.Close the locking lever (D).

Locking Lever Adjustment (Fig. 4)

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

You should be able to clamp the locking lever without excessive force. Excessive force may damage the base.

You should not be able to move the motor in the base when the locking lever is clamped. To adjust the locking lever’s clamping force, open the locking lever (D) and turn the nut

(Y) in small increments. Turning the nut clockwise tightens the lever, while turning the nut counterclockwise loosens the lever.

Centering the Subbase (Fig. 5)

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

If you need to adjust, change, or replace the subbase, a centering tool is provided. The centering tool consists of a cone and a pin. To adjust the subbase, follow the steps below.

1.Loosen but do not remove the subbase screws so that the subbase can move freely.

2.Insert the pin into the collet and tighten the collet nut.

3.Insert the motor into the base and clamp the locking lever on the base.

4.Place the cone on the pin and lightly press down on the cone until it stops as shown. This will center the subbase.

5.While holding down on the cone, tighten the subbase screws.

OPERATION: PLUNGE BASE

Bit Installation and Removal (Fig. 6)

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

1.To install a bit, insert the round shank of the desired router bit into the loosened collet as far as it will go and then pull it out about 1/16". Using the wrench(es) provided, turn the collet nut (J) clockwise while holding the spindle shaft with the second wrench. [On the DW618, depress the spindle lock button (I) to hold the spindle shaft.]

2.To remove a bit, hold the spindle shaft while turning the collet nut (J) counterclockwise with the wrench provided. [Hold the spindle by depressing the spindle lock button (I) on the DW618.] The self-releasing collet nut will turn approximately 3/4 of a turn and then become tight again. At this point the bit cannot be removed. Continue turning the collet nut counterclockwise. This lifts the collet, allowing the bit’s removal.

Collets

NOTE: Never tighten the collet without first installing a router bit in it. Tightening an empty collet, even by hand, can damage the collet.

Two collets are included with the motor: one 1/4" and one 1/2". To change collet sizes, unscrew the collet assembly as described above. Install the desired collet by reversing the procedure.The collet and the collet nut are connected. Do not attempt to remove the collet from the collet nut.

Adjusting the Plunge Routing Depth (Fig. 8)

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

1.Unlock the plunge mechanism by pushing up the plunge lock lever (R). Plunge the router down as far as it will go, allowing the bit to just touch the workpiece.

2.Lock the plunge mechanism by pushing the plunge lock lever (R) down.

3.Loosen the depth adjustment rod (Q) by turning the wingscrew (DD) counterclockwise.

4.Slide the depth adjustment rod (Q) down so that it meets the lowest turret stop (P).

5.Slide the tab (EE) on the depth adjustment rod down so that the top of it meets zero on the pillar scale (FF).

6.Grasping the top, knurled section of the depth adjustment rod (Q), slide it up so that the tab (EE) aligns with the desired depth of cut on the pillar scale (FF).

7.Tighten the wingscrew (DD) to hold the depth adjustment rod in place.

8.Keeping both hands on the handles, unlock the plunge mechanism by pushing the plunge lock lever (R) up. The plunge mechanism and the motor will move up. When the router is plunged, the depth adjustment rod will hit the turet stop, allowing the router to reach exactly the desired depth.

Fine Adjustment of Routing Depth

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

The knurled knob (GG) at the bottom end of the depth adjustment rod can be used to make minor adjustments.

1.To decrease the cutting depth, rotate the knob clockwise (looking down from the top of the router).

2.To increase the cutting depth, rotate the knob counterclockwise (looking down from the top of the router).

NOTE: One complete rotation of the knob results in a change of about 5/128" or .04" (1 mm) in depth.

Using the Rotating Turret Stop (Fig. 9)

The turret depth stop can be used to set 5 different depths. One of the turret stops is adjustable. To use the adjustable turret stop, loosen the nut (HH), then adjust the screw (II) to the desired height. Turning the screw counterclockwise will raise the screw which will decrease the cutting depth. The turret stop is useful for making deep cuts in several passes.

WARNING: Do not change the turret stop while the router is running. This will place your hands too near the cutter head.

Cutting with the Plunge Base (Fig. 8)

CAUTION: Turn the router on before plunging the cutter head into the workpiece.

1.Unlock the plunge lock lever (R).

2.Plunge the router down until the bit reaches the set depth.

3.Lock the plunge lock lever (R).

4.Perform the cut.

5.Unlock the plunge lock lever. This will allow the router bit to disengage the work.

6.Turn the router off.

Dust Extraction (Fig. 10)

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

To connect the router to a vacuum cleaner for dust extraction, follow these steps:

1.Remove the dust cap (T) by pulling straight up.

2.Insert the dust extraction hose adapter (JJ) into the dust extraction port (KK) as shown.

3.Insert the end of a standard vacuum cleaner tube (LL) into the hose adapter.

4.When using dust extraction, be aware of the placement of the vacuum cleaner. Be sure that the vacuum cleaner is stable and that its hose will not interfere with the work.

OPERATION: ALL BASES

Direction Of Feed (Fig. 11)

The direction of feed is very important when routing and can make the difference between a successful job and a ruined project. The figures at left show the proper direction of feed for some typical cuts. A general rule to follow is to move the router in a counterclockwise direction on an outside cut and a clockwise direction on an inside cut.

Shape the outside edge of a piece of stock by following these steps:

1.Shape the end grain, left to right

2.Shape the straight grain side moving left to right

3.Cut the other end grain side

4.Finish the remaining straight grain edge

Choosing Router Speed (DW618 only) (Fig. 12)

Refer to the chart above to choose a router speed. Turn the speed dial (G) to control router speed.

MAINTENANCE

Cleaning

WARNING: Blowing dust and chips out of the motor housing using clean, dry compressed air is a necessary regular maintenance procedure. Dust and chips containing metal particles often accumulate on interior surfaces and could create an electrical shock or electrocution if not frequently cleaned out. ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES.

CAUTION: Never use solvents or other harsh chemicals for cleaning the non-metallic parts of the tool. Use a clean, dry rag only.

NOTE FOR PLUNGE BASE ONLY: Use only a DRY cloth to wipe the plunge rods. These rods require no lubrication. Lubricants attract dust, reducing the performance of your tool.

Accessories

Recommended accessories for use with your tool are available at extra cost from your local dealer or authorized service center. If you need assistance in locating any accessory for your tool, call us toll free at: 1-800-4-DEWALT (1-800-433-9258) or contact DEWALT Industrial Tool Co., 701 East Joppa Road, Baltimore, MD 21286.

CAUTION: The use of any other accessory not recommended for use with this tool could be hazardous.

Repairs

To assure product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, maintenance and adjustment (including brush inspection and replacement) should be performed by authorized service centers or other qualified service personnel, always using identical replacement parts.

Three Year Limited Warranty

DEWALT will repair, without charge, any defects due to faulty materials or workmanship for three years from the date of purchase. This warranty does not cover part failure due to normal wear or tool abuse. For further detail of warranty coverage and warranty repair information, visit www.dewalt.com or call 1-800-4-DEWALT (1-800-433-9258). This warranty does not apply to accessories or damage caused where repairs have been made or attempted by others. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary in certain states or provinces.

In addition to the warranty, DEWALT tools are covered by our:

1 YEAR FREE SERVICE

DEWALT will maintain the tool and replace worn parts caused by normal use, for free, any time during the first year after purchase.

90 DAY MONEY BACK GUARANTEE

If you are not completely satisfied with the performance of your DEWALT Power Tool, Laser, or Nailer for any reason, you can return it within 90 days from the date of purchase with a receipt for a full refund – no questions asked.

RECONDITIONED PRODUCT: Reconditioned product is covered under the 1 Year Free Service Warranty. The 90 Day Money Back Guarantee and the Three Year Limited Warranty do not apply to reconditioned product.

FREE WARNING LABEL REPLACEMENT: If your warning labels become illegible or are missing, call 1-800-4-DEWALT for a free replacement.

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MESURES DE SÉCURITÉ – GÉNÉRALITÉS

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CONSERVER CES DIRECTIVES

Consignes de sécurité concernant tous les outils

ZONE DE TRAVAIL

Garder la zone de travail propre et bien éclairée; les établis encombrés et les endroits sombres sont propices aux accidents.

Ne pas utiliser les outils électriques dans une atmosphère explosive, comme à proximité de liquides, de gaz ou de poussières inflammables; le moteur peut créer des étincelles et enflammer les vapeurs ou les poussières environnantes.

Tenir les enfants, les visiteurs ou toute autre personne à l’écart lorsqu’on utilise un outil électrique; les distractions peuvent faire perdre la maîtrise de ce dernier.

MESURES DE SÉCURITÉ - ÉLECTRICITÉ

Les outils mis à la terre doivent être branchés dans une prise bien installée et mise à la terre conformément à tous les codes et règlements en vigueur. Ne jamais retirer la broche de terre ni modifier la fiche. Ne pas utiliser d'adaptateur. Vérifier auprès d'un électricien qualifié en cas de doute quant à la mise à la terre de la prise. En cas de défaillance électrique ou de bris de l'outil, la mise à la terre procure un chemin de faible résistance au courant qui autrement traverserait l'utilisateur. Pour éviter que l’utilisateur ne soit électrocuté en cas de défaillance, de bris ou de conductivité de l’outil, celui-ci est doté d’une fiche à trois broches afin d’assurer la mise à la terre. Il y a risque d’électrocution, de blessures graves ou de mort lorsqu’on utilise un outil dont une broche est endommagée ou absente ou dont la fiche ou le cordon est endommagé ou qui n’est pas branché dans une prise conforme mise continuellement à la terre. Pour éviter les risques de blessures, l’outil doit toujours être bien entretenu et en bon état de marche (cordon, broches de la fiche) et doit être branché dans une prise mise à la terre continuellement. (Voir également la rubrique « Nettoyage » dans la section Entretien.)

Éviter tout contact entre le corps et les éléments mis à la terre, comme les tuyaux, les radiateurs, les cuisinières et les réfrigérateurs, afin de réduire les risques de choc électrique.

Ne pas utiliser l’outil électrique dans des endroits mouillés, ni l’exposer à la pluie; l’infiltration d’eau à l’intérieur de l’outil augmente les risques de choc électrique.

Ne pas utiliser le cordon de manière abusive; on ne doit pas transporter l’outil en le tenant par le cordon, ou utiliser ce dernier pour le débrancher. On doit tenir le cordon à l’écart des sources de chaleur, de l’huile, des bords tranchants ou des pièces mobiles. Remplacer immédiatement les cordons endommagés, car ces derniers augmentent les risques de choc électrique.

Lorsqu’on utilise un outil électrique à l’extérieur, on ne doit utiliser que des rallonges conçues pour cet usage, comme celles de type « W-A » ou « W », afin de réduire les risques de choc électrique.

RALLONGES

S’assurer que la rallonge est en bon état; si on utilise une rallonge, s’assurer d’en choisir une qui est en mesure de porter le courant nécessaire à l’outil. Une baisse de tension de plus de 10 p. 100 peut entraîner une perte de puissance et la surchauffe. Une rallonge de calibre inférieur entraînera une chute de tension se traduisant par une perte de puissance et une surchauffe. Le tableau ci-dessous illustre les calibres que l’on doit utiliser selon la longueur de la rallonge et l’intensité nominale indiquée sur la plaque signalétique. En cas de doute, utiliser le calibre suivant. Plus le calibre est petit, plus la rallonge peut porter de courant.

				Calibre minimal des cordons de rallonge
TensionLongueur totale du cordon en meters
120 V				De 0 à 7	De 7 à 15	De 15 à 30	De 30 à 45
240 V				De 0 à 7	De 7 à 15	De 15 à 39	De 30 à 45
Intensité (A)
	Au		Au	Calibre moyen de fil
	moins		plus
	10	-	12	16	16	14	12
	12	-	16	14	12	Non recommandé

SÉCURITÉ PERSONNELLE

Rester vigilant en tout temps et faire preuve de jugement lorsqu’on utilise un outil électrique; ne pas utiliser l’outil lorsqu’on est fatigué ou sous l’influence de drogues, d’alcool ou de médicaments, car un moment d’inattention pourrait entraîner des blessures graves.

Porter des vêtements appropriés; ne pas porter de vêtements amples ni de bijoux. Couvrir ou attacher les cheveux longs. Garder les cheveux, les vêtements, les bijoux et les gants éloignés des pièces mobiles, car ceux-ci peuvent s’y coincer. Se tenir éloigné des évents puisque ces derniers pourraient camoufler des pièces mobiles.

Éviter les démarrages accidentels; s’assurer que l’interrupteur est en position d’arrêt avant de brancher l’outil. Ne pas transporter l’outil en laissant le doigt sur l’interrupteur ni le brancher lorsque l’interrupteur est en position de marche, car cela pourrait causer un accident.

Retirer les clés de réglage avant de démarrer l’outil; une clé laissée sur une pièce rotative peut entraîner des blessures.

Ne pas trop étendre les bras; les pieds doivent rester ancrés fermement au sol afin de maintenir son équilibre en tout temps et de mieux maîtriser l’outil dans des situations imprévues.

Utiliser le matériel de sécurité approprié; toujours porter des lunettes de protection.

Porter un masque anti-poussières, des chaussures antidérapantes, un casque de sécurité ou des protecteurs auditifs lorsque la situation le requiert.

UTILISATION ET ENTRETIEN DE L’OUTIL

Fixer et soutenir le matériel sur une plate-forme stable au moyen d’une bride de serrage ou de tout autre dispositif semblable; le matériel est instable lorsqu’on le retient manuellement ou qu’on l’appuie contre le corps, ce qui peut faire perdre la maîtrise de l’outil.

Ne pas forcer l’outil ni l’utiliser pour des travaux autres que ceux pour lesquels il a été conçu. Pour obtenir de meilleurs résultats et prévenir les risques de blessure, laisser l’outil couper à la vitesse pour laquelle il a été conçu.

Ne pas utiliser l’outil lorsque l’interrupteur marche-arrêt ne fonctionne pas; tout outil qui ne peut être commandé au moyen de l’interrupteur est dangereux et doit être réparé.

Fixed Base - Base fixe - Base fija		Centering Tool	D-Handle Base - Base de la poignée fermée
		Outil de centrage	Base con mango en D
	B	Herramienta
		de centrado	B	N
		C

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A

C

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D	L

	E		M
	F
		M	F
	A. QUICK RELEASE LATCH	Motor - Bloc moteur - Unidad del motor	Plunge Base - Base plongeante - Base para penetración

B.DEPTH ADJUSTMENT RING

C.ADJUSTABLE SCALE

D. LOCKING LEVER

T

E. HANDLE

F. SUBBASE

G. SPEED DIAL (618 ONLY)

G

H.GUIDE PIN GROOVE

I.SPINDLE LOCK BUTTON (618 ONLY)

	J. COLLET NUT		K
	K. TOGGLE SWITCH
	L. DETACHABLE CORDSET
	M. HOLES FOR UNIVERSAL			R
	EDGE GUIDE
	N. TRIGGER SWITCH		H
	O. TRIGGER LOCK BUTTON
	P. TURRET STOP
	Q. DEPTH ADJUSTMENT ROD
	R. PLUNGE LOCK LEVER
	S. DUST SHROUD
	T. DUST CAP		I
	U. CENTERING TOOL			FIG. 3
					S
			J
				Q
	A. VERROU DE DÉBLOCAGE RAPIDE		A. SEGURO DE LIBERACIÓN RÁPIDA
	B. ANNEAU DE RÉGLAGE DE PROFONDEUR		B. ANILLO DE AJUSTE DE PROFUNDIDAD
	C. ÉCHELLE RÉGLABLE		C. ESCALA AJUSTABLE
	D. LEVIER DE VERROUILLAGE		D. PALANCA DE SEGURIDAD	P	M
	E. POIGNÉE		E. MANGO
	F. SOUS-BASE		F. SUB BASE
	G. BOUTON DE RÉGLAGE DES VITESSES		G. SELECTOR DE VELOCIDAD
	(MODÈLE 618 SEULEMENT)		(ÚNICAMENTE 618)		F
	H. RAINURE DE LA GOUPILLE DE GUIDAGE		H. CANAL PARA PERNO GUÍA
	I. BOUTON DE VERROUILLAGE DE LA		I. BOTÓN DEL SEGURO DE LA FLECHA
	BROCHE (MODÈLE 618 SEULEMENT)		J. TUERCA DE LA MORDAZA
	J. ÉCROU DE LA DOUILLE DE SERRAGE		K. INTERRUPTOR DE CAMBIO
	K. COMMUTATEUR À BASCULE		L. CABLE DESMONTABLE	FIG. 1
	L. CORDON AMOVIBLE		M. ORIFICIOS PARA GUÍA UNIVERSAL	V	W
	M. ORIFICES POUR BORD-GUIDE UNIVERSEL		PARA BORDES
	N. INTERRUPTEUR À GÂCHETTE		N. GATILLO INTERRUPTOR
	O. BOUTON DE VERROUILLAGE DE LA		O. BOTÓN DE SEGURO DEL GATILLO
	GÂCHETTE		P. TOPE DE TORRETA
	P. BUTÉE DE LA TOURELLE		Q. VARILLA DE AJUSTE DE PROFUNDIDAD
	Q. TIGE DE RÉGLAGE DE PROFONDEUR		R. PALANCA DE SEGURO DE PENETRACIÓN
	R. LEVIER DE VERROUILLAGE DE PLONGÉE		S. CUBIERTA CONTRA POLVO
	S. ENVELOPPE ANTI-POUSSIÈRE		T. TAPA DE POLVO
	T. CAPUCHON ANTI-POUSSIÈRE		U. HERRAMIENTA DE CENTRADO
	U. OUTIL DE CENTRAGE
	FIG. 2		FIG. 3	FIG. 4	FIG. 5
	A	X		Y

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FIG. 9		FIG. 10		FIG. 11			FIG. 12
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SPEED SELECTION CHART

Material	Cutter Diam.			Electronic Control Settings
		Setting 1	Setting 2	Setting 3	Setting 4	Setting 5	Setting 6
Model # DW618		8,000 rpm	12,000 rpm	14,000 rpm	18,000 rpm	21,000 rpm	24,000 rpm
Hardwood, e.g., oak	Small (1/2")	–	–	O	X	XX	X
	Medium (1/2"-1 1/8")	–	–	O	XX	X	–
	Large (over-1 1/8")	X	XX	O	–	–	–
Softwood, e.g., pine	Small (1/2")	–	–	O	X	XX	XX
	Medium (1/2"-1 1/8")	–	O	X	XX	XX	XX
	Large (over-1 1/8")	X	XX	O	–	–	–
Plastic-laminated chipboard	Small (1/2")	–	–	O	X	XX	XX
	Medium (1/2"-1 1/8")	–	O	X	XX	XX	XX
	Large (over-1 1/8")	O	XX	X	–	–	–
Plastics/Solid Surface	Small (1/2")	–	O	X	X	XX	XX
	Medium (1/2"-1 1/8")	–	O	XX	XX	X	X
	Large (over-1 1/8")	X	XX	O	–	–	–

This table can serve only as a guide, since wood was a living material. Within the same species of timber hardness and density vary.

Speed settings are approximate.

KEY: XX very good X good O Satisfactory – not recommended