Makita 3612C User guide
Electronic Router
Equipped with Electric Brake
1/2"
MODEL
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
3612C
DOUBLE
INS
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SPEC
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Collet chuck
capacity
112"
*
Manufacturer reserves the right to change specifications without notice.
*
Note: Specifications may differ from country
WARNING: For your personal safety, READ and UNDERSTAND before using.
SAVE
THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
Main body No load speed Overall Net
stroke (RPM) length weight
I
0 - 60
(0
mm
~ 2-318")
9,000 - 23,000
to
country.
1
324 mm
(12-314")
1
(13.2 lbs)
6.0
kg
I
M
PORTANT
SAFETY
WARNING:
PRECAUTIONS SHOULD ALWAYS
WHEN USING ELECTRIC TOOLS, BASIC SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
(For
All
Tools)
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
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
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 if cutting operation is
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
rized 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 in use, before servicing, and when changing accessories, such as blades, bits, cutters.
WORK
AREA ENVIRONMENT. Don't use power tools
lit.
in
use, tools should be stored
-
out of reach of children.
It
will do the job better and safer at the rate for which
it
frees both hands to operate tool.
in
damp
Don't expose power tools to rain.
in
dry, and high
it
to disconnect from
if
damaged, have repaired by autho-
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 with finger on switch.
Be sure switch is OFF when plugging in.
16.
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. An undersized cord will cause a drop
in
line voltage resulting
in
loss
of power and overheating. 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,
heavier the cord.
TABLE
1
MINIMUM
I
0
-
Ampere Rating
More Not More
Than Than
0-
6
10
12
17.
OUTDOOR
extension cords intended for use outdoors and
18.
STAY ALERT. Watch what you are doing, use common sense. Don't operate
6
-
10
~
12
-
16
18 16
18
16
14 12
USE EXTENSION CORDS. When tool is used outdoors, use only
GAGE
FOR
CORD
SETS
Total Length
25 26 - 50 51 - 100 101 - 150
16
16
of
Cord in Feet
AWG
so
;:
14 12
Not Recommended
1
marked.
14
12
tool when you are tired.
19.
CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the tool, a guard or other
part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that
operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for alignment of
moving parts, binding of 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
if
tool
20.
GUARD AGAINST ELECTRIC
switch does not turn
it
on,and off.
SHOCK.
Prevent body contact 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 will fit in a
polarized outlet only one way.
it
reverse the plug. If
still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install
If
the plug does not
fit
fully in the outlet,
the proper outlet. Do not change the plug in any way.
it
the
will
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VOLTAGE WARNING: Before connecting the tool to a power source (receptacle,
outlet, etc.) be sure the voltage supplied is the same as that specified on the
nameplate of the tool. A power source with voltage greater than that specified
for the tool can result in SERIOUS INJURY to the user
the tool.
voltage less than the nameplate rating is harmful to the motor.
If
in doubt,
DO
NOT PLUG
IN
THE
TOOL. Using a power source with
-
as well as damage to
ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES
1.
Wear hearing protection during extended period of operation.
2.
Handle the bits very carefully.
3.
Check the bit carefully for cracks or damage before operation. Replace
cracked or damaged bit immediately.
4.
Avoid cutting nails. Inspect for and remove all nails from the workpiece
before operation.
5.
Hold the tool firmly
6.
Keep hands away from rotating parts.
7.
Make sure the
on.
8.
Before using the tool on an actual workpiece. let
for vibration or wobbling that could indicate improperly installed bit.
9.
Be careful of the bit rotating direction and the feed direction.
IO.
Do
not leave the tool running. Operate the tool only when hand-held.
11. Always switch off and wait for the bit to come to a complete stop before
removing the tool from workpiece.
12.
Do
not touch the bit immediately after operation;
and could burn your skin.
with
both hands.
bit
is not contacting the workpiece before the switch is turned
it
run for a while. Watch
it
may be extremely hot
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
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Installing or removing router bit
CAUTION
Always be sure that the tool
the bit.
:
is
switched off and unplugged before installing or removing
Insert the bit
cone. Press the shaft lock to keep 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, then
install the bit
To remove the bit, follow the installation
procedure in reverse.
CAUTION
Install the bit securely. Always use the wrench provided with the tool. A.loose or over-
tightened bit can be dangerous.
0
Do
not tighten the collet nut without inserting a bit or install small shank bits without
a
using
Adjusting depth
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.
Now lower the stopper pole until it makes
contact with the adjusting hex bolt. The
stopper pole can be moved rapidly by depressing the fast-feed button. Raise the
stopper pole until the desired depth
is
obtained. The depth of cut
the distance between the stopper pole and
the adjusting hex bolt. Stopper pole travel
can be checked with the scale
depth adjustments can be obtained by turning the stopper pole
per turn). Now, your predetermined depth of cut can be obtained by loosening the lock
lever and then lowering the tool body until the stopper pole makes contact with the
adjusting hex bolt.
all
as
mentioned above.
:
collet
sleeve.
of
the way into the collet
/
Tighten
I
Either can lead to breakage of the collet cone.
cut
of
cut
is
equal
to
(1
mm or
1/16’
per graduation) on the tool body. Minute
(1.5
mm or about
1/16’
5
By
turning the knob, the upper limit of the
be
tool body can
the bit
is
adjusted. When the tip of
retracted more than required in
relation to the base plate surface, turn the
knob to lower the upper limit.
CAUTION
:
.Since excessive cutting may cause overload of the motor or difficulty in controlling the
tool, the depth of cut should not be more than 20 mm (25/32")
at
a
pass when cutting
grooves. When you wish to cut grooves more than 20 mm (25/32") deep, make several
passes with progressively deeper bit settings.
.Do
not lower the knob too low. The bit will protrude dangerously.
Stopper
The stopper has three adjusting hex bolts
which raise or lower
0.8
mm (about 1/32")
per turn. You can easily obtain three different depths of cut using these adjusting
hex bolts without readjusting the stopper
pole. Adjust the lowest hex bolt to obtain
the deepest depth of cut, following the
method of "Adjusting depth of cut".
Adjust the two remaining hex bolts to
obtain shallower depths of cut. The differences in height of these hex bolts are
equal to the differences in depths of cut. TO
on
adjust the hex bolts, first loosen the hex nuts
the hex bolts with the wrench and then
turn the hex bolts. After obtaining the desired position, tighten the hex nuts while hold-
is
ing the hex bolts in that desired position. The stopper block
also convenient for making
three passes with progressively deeper bit settings when cutting deep grooves.
Switch
action
To start the tool, move the switch lever to
"ON"
the
switch lever to the
position. To stop, move the
"OFF"
position.
Switch
lever
CAUTION
0
Make sure the shaft lock
0
Hold the tool firmly when turning off the tool, to overcome the reaction.
:
is
released before the switch
is
turned on.
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Speed
change
This tool allows infinitely variable tool speeds from
9,000
to
23,000
rpm. This allows the
bit speed to be adjusted to most ideally match the bit or cutter diameter and the type
of
material to be routed. This helps
to
produce top quality finished surfaces in a wide
variety of materials including hardwoods, softwoods or plastics.
To change the tool speed, turn the speed
change knob on the top of the tool. The
tool speed can be adjusted between
rpm and
5
are indicated on the knob. Faster speeds
23,000
rpm. Numbers from 1 to
are obtained by setting the knob to
9,000
a
higher number.
The reference table on the right denotes
the relationship between the number
set-
tings on the speed change knob and the
approximate tool speeds.
CAUTION
:
Number
RPM
9,000
1
12,000
1
15,000
1
19,000
1
23,000
Always turn the speed change knob only within the range of numbers 1 through
it
beyond the numbers 1 or
turn
5.
The tool will be damaged.
5.
Never
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