3612BR
Makita 3612BR, 3612BRA User Manual
1/2"
1/2"
MODEL
MODEL
Equipped with electric
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
3612BR
3612BRA
brake
Collet chuck
capacity
1 i2"
DOUBLE
INSULATION
Main body No load speed
stroke (RPM) length weight
0
65"
(0
~~
2-9/16")
~__~~~-._____.~~~~~___~~
23,000
0
vera I I
287 mm 5.7 kg
11 1-5/16") (12.7
-
Net
~~
lbs)
IMPORTANT
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
(For
All Tools)
WARNING:
WHEN USING ELECTRIC TOOLS, BASIC SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS SHOULD ALWAYS BE FOLLOWED TO REDUCE
THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, AND PERSONAL
INJURY, INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
1.
KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches invite injuries.
2.
CONSIDER WORK AREA ENVIRONMENT. Don't use power tools in damp
or wet locations. Keep work area well
Don't use tool in presence of flammable liquids or gases.
3.
KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors should be kept away from work area.
Don't let visitors contact tool or extension cord.
4.
STORE IDLE TOOLS. When not in use, tools should be stored
-
or locked-up place
5.
DON'T FORCE TOOL.
it
was intended.
6.
USE RIGHT TOOL. Don't force small tool or attachment to do the job of a
heavy-duty tool. Don't use tool for purpose not intended; for example, don't
use circular saw for cutting tree limbs or logs.
7.
DRESS PROPERLY. Don't wear loose clothing or jewelry. They can be caught
in moving parts. Rubber gloves and non-skid footwear are recommended
when working outdoors. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
8.
USE SAFETY GLASSES. Also use face or dust mask
dusty.
9.
DON'T ABUSE CORD. Never carry tool by cord or yank
receptacle. Keep cord from heat, oil, and sharp edges.
IO.
SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work. It's safer than using
your hand and
11.
DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
12.
MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and clean for better and
safer performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories. Inspect tool cords periodically and if damaged, have repaired by authorized service facility. Inspect extension cords periodically and replace if
damaged. Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.
13.
DISCONNECT TOOLS. When not
ing accessories, such as blades, bits, cutters.
it
out of reach of children.
It
will do the job better and safer at the rate for which
frees both hands to operate tool.
lit.
Don't expose power tools to rain.
in
dry, and high
if
cutting operation is
it
to disconnect from
in
use, before servicing, and when chang-
14.
REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form habit of checking to
see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from tool before turning
it
on.
15. AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Don't carry tool
Be sure switch is OFF when
plugging
in.
16. EXTENSION CORDS. Make sure your extension cord is
with
finger on switch.
in
good condition.
When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry
the current your product
in
line voltage resulting
in
will
draw. An undersized cord
loss
of power and overheating. Table 1 shows the
will
cause a drop
correct size to use depending on cord length and nameplate ampere rating.
in
doubt, use the next heavier gage. The smaller the gage number, the
If
heavier the cord.
TABLE
1
Ampere Rating
More Not More
Than Than
0-
6-
10
12 16
6
10
-
12
MINIMUM
0
-
18
18
16
14
GAGE
FOR
Total Length of Cord in Feet
25
26 - 50 51 - 100 101 - 150
16 16 14
16 14 12
16 14 12
12
CORD
SETS
Not Recommended
17. OUTDOOR USE EXTENSION CORDS. When tool is used outdoors, use only
so
extension cords intended for use outdoors and
18.
STAY ALERT. Watch what you are doing, use common sense. Don't operate
marked.
tool when you are tired.
19.
CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use
part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that
of
the tool, a guard or other
it
will
operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for alignment of
of
moving parts, binding
moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any
other conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that
is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service center unless otherwise indicated elsewhere
in
this instruction manual.
Have defective switches replaced by authorized service center. Don't use
it
tool if switch does not turn
20.
GUARD AGAINST ELECTRIC SHOCK. Prevent body contact
on and off.
with
grounded
surfaces. For example; pipes, radiators, ranges, refrigerator enclosures.
21
.
REPLACEMENT PARTS. When servicing. use only identical replacement parts.
22.
POLARIZED PLUGS. To reduce the risk of electric shock, this equipment has
a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). This plug
polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully
it
reverse the plug. If
the proper outlet. Do not change the plug
still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install
in
any way.
will
in
the outlet,
fit
in
a
3
VOLTAGE WARNING: Before connecting the tool to a power source (receptacle,
outlet, etc.) be sure the voltage supplied is the same as that specified
nameplate of the tool. A power source with voltage greater than that specified
-
for the tool can result in SERIOUS INJURY to the user
DO
the tool. If in doubt,
voltage less than the nameplate rating
NOT PLUG IN THE
TOOL.
is
harmful to the motor.
as well as damage to
Using a power source with
on
the
ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES
1.
Handle the bits very carefully.
2.
Check the bit carefully for cracks or damage before operation. Replace
cracked or damaged bit immediately.
3.
Avoid cutting nails. Inspect for and remove all nails from the workpiece before operation.
4.
Hold the tool firmly with both hands.
5.
Keep hands away from rotating parts.
6.
Make sure the bit is not contacting
on.
7.
Before using the tool on an actual workpiece, let
for vibration or wobbling that could indicate improperly installed bit.
8.
Be careful of
9.
Do
not leave the tool running. Operate the tool only when hand-held.
IO.
Always switch off and wait for the bit to come to a complete stop before
removing the tool from workpiece.
11.
Do
not touch the bit immediately after operation;
and could burn your skin.
the
bit
rotating direction and the feed direction.
the
workpiece before
the
switch is turned
it
run for a while. Watch
it
may be extremely hot
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
4
Installing or removing router bit
CAUTION
Always be sure that the tool
:
is
the bit.
switched off and unplugged before installing or removing
Insert the bit
cone and withdraw
2
mm; 1/16"). Press the shaft lock to keep
all
the way into the collet
it
very slightly (approx.
the shaft stationary and use the wrench to
tighten the collet nut securely. When using
smaller shank bits, first insert the appropriate collet sleeve into the collet cone,
as
then install the bit
mentioned above.
To remove the bit, follow the installation
procedure in reverse.
CAUTION
Do
using
Adjusting depth
:
not tighten the collet nut without inserting a bit or install smaller shank bits without
a
collet
sleeve.
Either can lead to breakage of the collet cone.
of
cut
Place the tool on a flat surface. Loosen the
lock lever and lower the tool body until
the bit just touches the flat surface. Press
the lock lever down to lock the tool body.
it
Now lower the stopper pole until
makes
contact with the stopper block. The stopper
pole can be moved rapidly by depressing
the fastfeed button.
until the desired depth of cut
The depth of cut
Raise
the stopper pole
is
obtained.
is
equal to the distance
between the stopper pole and the stopper
block. Stopper
pole
travel can be checked
with the scale label (1 mm or about 3/64"
per graduation) on the tool body. Minute
depth adjustments can be obtained by turning the stopper pole
(1.5
mm or about 1/16"
per turn). The stopper block has the adjusting hex bolts which move 1 mm (about 3/64")
per turn. They are convenient for making stepped cuts. To adjust the hex bolts, first
loosen the hex nuts on the hex bolts with the wrench and then turn the hex bolts. After
obtaining the desired position, tighten the hex nuts.
5
By turning the nylon nut, the upper limit
of
the tool body can be adjusted. When the
is
tip of the bit
retracted more than required in relation to the base plate surface,
turn the nylon nut to lower the upper limit.
CAUTION
0
Do
0
Before operating the tool, check to be sure that the router automatically rises to the
:
not lower the nylon nut too low or the bit will protrude dangerously.
upper limit.
0Since excessive cutting may cause overload of the motor or difficulty in controlling the
tool, the depth of cut should not be more than
15
mm
(5/8")
at
a
pass when cutting
grooves. When you wish to cut grooves more than 15 mm (5/8") deep, make several
passes with progressively deeper bit settings.
Switch
action
To start the tool, move the switch lever
To
to the "ON" position.
switch lever to the
CAUTION
:
"OFF"
Make sure the shaft lock
is
the switch
turned on.
stop, move the
position.
is
released before
Operation
0Set
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
is
advancing smoothly until the cutting
0
When doing edge cutting, the workpiece surface should be on the left side
the feed direction.
(see
the figure below).
complete.
of
the bit in
Bit revolving
Feed direction
(View from the top of the tool)
Correct bit feed direction
6
direction
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