Milwaukee 5615-20, 5616-20, 5619-20, 5625-20, 48-10-5600 Operator's Manual
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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
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MANUAL del OPERADOR
Cat. No.
No de cat.
5615-20 5616-20
5619-20 5625-20
48-10-5600
HEAVY-DUTY ROUTERS
TOUPIES EXTRA-ROBUSTES
BURILADORAS PARA SERVICIO PESADO
2
3
PERSONAL SAFETY
GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS
WORK AREA SAFETY
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
• Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or
dark areas invite accidents.
• Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of fl ammable
liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks
which may ignite the dust or fumes.
• Keep children and bystanders away while
operating a power tool. Distractions can cause
you to lose control.
• 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. Unmodifi ed plugs and matching outlets will
reduce risk of electric shock.
• 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.
• 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 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.
• 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.
• If operating a power tool in a damp location
is unavoidable, use a residual current device
(RCD) protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces
the risk of electric shock.
attached to a rotating part of the power tool may
result in personal injury.
• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times. This enables better control
of the power tool in unexpected situations.
• Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves
away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewel-
lery or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
• If devices are provided for the connection of
dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure
these are connected and properly used. Use of
dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards.
WARNING READ ALL SAFETY WARNINGS AND ALL INSTRUCTIONS. Failure
to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fi re and/or serious
injury. Save all warnings and instructions for future reference. The term "power
tool" in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated
(cordless) power tool.
POWER TOOL USE AND CARE
• 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.
• 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.
• 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 pre-
ventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting
the power tool accidentally.
• 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.
• Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment
or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts
and any other condition that may affect the
power tool’s operation. If damaged, have the
power tool repaired before use. Many accidents
are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
• Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges
are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
• Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits
etc., in accordance with these instructions,
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.
• 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 infl uence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A
moment of inattention while operating power tools
may result in serious personal injury.
• Use personal protective equipment. Always
wear eye protection. Protective equipment such
as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or
hearing protection used for appropriate conditions
will reduce personal injuries.
• Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the
switch is in the off-position before connecting
to power source and/or battery pack, picking
up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with
your fi nger on the switch or energising power tools
that have the switch on invites accidents.
• Remove any adjusting key or wrench before
turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
SERVICE
• Have your power tool serviced by a qualifi ed
repair person using only identical replacement
parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power
tool is maintained.
SPECIFICATIONS
Cat. No. VoltsACAmps No Load
RPM
Max
HP
5615-20*
Bodygrip
®
120 11 24,000 1-3/4
5616-20*
Bodygrip
®
120 13 10,000-24,000 2-1/4
5619-20
D-Handle
120 11
24,000 1-3/4
5625-20
Production
120 15 10,000-22,000 3-1/2
Double Insulated
Amps
Volts
Alternating Current Only
No Load Revolutions per
Minute (RPM)
Underwriters Laboratories, Inc.
United States and Canada
SYMBOLOGY
• Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces,
because the cutter may contact its own cord.
Cutting a “live” wire may make exposed metal parts
of the power 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 your hand or against the body
leaves it unstable and may lead to loss of control.
• Always wear safety goggles and dust mask.
Use only in a well ventilated area. Using per-
sonal safety devices and in a safe environment
reduce the risk for injury.
• Some woods contain preservatives that can be
toxic. Take extra care to prevent inhalation and
skin contact when working with these materials.
Request, and follow, any safety information available from your material supplier.
• Always make sure the workpiece is free from
nails, screws and other foreign objects. Keep
the working edge away from the clamping
surface. Cutting these objects can cause loss
of control of the tool and damage to the bit.
• Never hold the workpiece in one hand and
the tool in the other hand when using the
tool. Never place hands near or below cutting
surface. Clamping the material and guiding the
tool with both hands is safer.
• Never use dull or damaged bits. Sharp bits
must be handled with care. Damaged bits can
break during use. Dull bits require more force to
push the tool, which could cause the bit to break.
Damaged bits can throw carbide pieces and burn
the workpiece.
• After changing the bit or making any adjustments, make sure the collet nut and any
other adjustment devices are securely tightened. Loose adjustment devices can unexpect-
edly shift, causing loss of control. Loose rotating components will be violently thrown. Watch
for vibration or wobbling that could indicate an
improperly installed bit.
• Maintain fi rm grip on router when starting
motor to resist starting torque.
• Always keep the power supply cord away from
moving parts on the tool. Keep the cord away
from the direction of the cut.
• Never start the tool when the bit is in contact
with the material. The bit cutting edge may grab
the material causing loss of control of the tool.
• Never lay the tool down until the bit has come
to a complete stop. The spinning bit can grab
the surface and pull the tool out of your control.
• Never touch the bit during or immediately after
use. After use the bit may be hot enough to burn
bare skin.
• 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.
• Never clamp the workpiece to a hard surface,
such as concrete or stone. Contact with the bit
could cause the tool to jump and loss of control.
• Only operate the routers when held. Do not
clamp or secure the router to a surface and hold
the workpiece by hand.
• Never use bits larger than
the smallest of the openings
in the base, sub-base, or dust
collection port.
• Do not loosen or remove the
plunge base caps. Internal
springs are under pressure.
If loosened or removed, the
plunge base caps and internal
springs will become projectiles,
which could cause injury.
• Maintain labels and name-
plates. These carry important information. If
unreadable or missing, contact a MILWAUKEE
service facility for a free replacement.
• 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, and
• arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated
lumber.
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
specifically designed to filter out microscopic
particles.
* Also compatible with plunge base 48-10-5600,
available separately and in kits.
Plunge Base Caps
4
5
Fig. B
Fig. C
Fig. A
GROUNDING
WARNING Improperly connecting the
grounding wire can result in the risk of electric shock. Check with a qualifi ed electrician
if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is
properly grounded. Do not modify the plug
provided with the tool. Never remove the
grounding prong from the plug. Do not use
the tool if the cord or plug is damaged. If
damaged, have it repaired by a MILWAUKEE
service facility before use. If the plug will not
fi t the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by
a qualifi ed electrician.
Grounded Tools: Tools with Three Prong Plugs
Tools marked “Grounding Required” have a three
wire cord and three prong grounding plug. The
plug must be connected to a properly grounded
outlet (See Figure A). If the tool should electrically
malfunction or break down, grounding provides a
low resistance path to carry electricity away from
the user, reducing the risk of electric shock.
The grounding prong in the plug is connected
through the green wire inside the cord to the
grounding system in the tool. The green wire in the
cord must be the only wire connected to the tool's
grounding system and must never be attached to
an electrically “live” terminal.
Your tool must be plugged into
an appropriate outlet, properly
installed and grounded in accordance with all codes and ordinances.
The plug and outlet should look like
those in Figure A.
Double Insulated Tools:
Tools with Two Prong Plugs
Tools marked “Double Insulated” do not require
grounding. They have a special double insulation system which satisfi es OSHA requirements
and complies with the applicable standards of
Underwriters Laboratories, Inc.,
the Canadian Standard Association and the National Electrical Code. Double Insulated
tools may be used in either of
the 120 volt outlets shown in
Figures B and C.
Grounded tools require a three wire extension
cord. Double insulated tools can use either a two
or three wire extension cord. As the distance from
the supply outlet increases, you must use a heavier
gauge extension cord. Using extension cords with
inadequately sized wire causes a serious drop in
voltage, resulting in loss of power and possible tool
damage. Refer to the table shown to determine the
required minimum wire size.
The smaller the gauge number of the wire, the
greater the capacity of the cord. For example, a 14
gauge cord can carry a higher current than a 16
gauge cord. When using more than one extension
cord to make up the total length, be sure each cord
contains at least the minimum wire size required.
If you are using one extension cord for more than
one tool, add the nameplate amperes and use the
sum to determine the required minimum wire size.
Guidelines for Using Extension Cords
• If you are using an extension cord outdoors, be
sure it is marked with the suffi x “W-A” (“W” in
Canada) to indicate that it is acceptable for outdoor
use.
• Be sure your extension cord is properly wired
and in good electrical condition. Always replace a
damaged extension cord or have it repaired by a
qualifi ed person before using it.
• Protect your extension cords from sharp objects,
excessive heat and damp or wet areas.
READ AND SAVE ALL
INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE USE.
* Based on limiting the line voltage drop to fi ve volts at
150% of the rated amperes.
EXTENSION CORDS
Recommended Minimum Wire Gauge
For Extension Cords*
Extension Cord Length
Nameplate
Amperes
25' 50' 75' 100' 150'
0 - 2.0
2.1 - 3.4
3.5 - 5.0
5.1 - 7.0
7.1 - 12.0
12.1 - 16.0
16.1 - 20.0
18
18
18
18
16
14
12
18
18
18
16
14
12
10
18
18
16
14
12
10
--
18
16
14
12
10
--
--
16
14
12
12
--
--
--
FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
Bodygrip® models
1. Depth adjustment screw
2. Motor release button
3. Locking lever
4. Scale
5. Depth adjustment knob
6. Variable speed dial
7. On/Off switch
8. Cord
9. Motor
10. Handle
11. Collet assembly
12. Sub-base
13. Base
14. Turret
15. Depth stop rod release button
16. Depth stop rod locking screw
17. Plunge release lever
18. Depth stop rod
19. Depth stop rod adjustable pointer
2
3
1
16
17
9
9
18
1. Depth adjustment screw
2. Motor release button
3. Locking lever
4. Scale
5. Depth adjustment knob
6. Variable speed dial
(For Cat. No. 5616-20 only)
7. On/Off switch
8. Motor
9. Cord
6
5
4
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
10. Body grip
11. Strap
12. Ball handle
13. Collet assembly
14. Sub-Base
15. Base
16. Lock button
17. Trigger
18. D-handle
11
7
12
4
5
8
9
10
13
Production
model
1
2
3
6
6
15
16
14
17
18
19
7
9
10
11
12
13
4
5
Plunge base
models
D-Handle
models
6
7
ASSEMBLY
WARNING To reduce the risk of injury,
always unplug tool before changing or removing accessories. Only use accessories
specifi cally recommended for this tool. Others
may be hazardous.
WARNING Pressing the motor release
button will cause the motor housing to drop
down, which may cause personal injury or
damage to the tool or workpiece. Make sure
your hand is fi rmly on the motor when press-
ing the button.
WARNING T o reduce the risk of injury ,
DO NOT use the router if the locking lever
does not hold the motor securely in the base.
If the locking lever becomes loose, contact a
MILWAUKEE service facility for repairs.
T o remove collet from nut, hold nut fi rmly with one
hand and press the collet to one side with the
other hand.
Collets
The collet must be attached to the collet nut before
it is put into the collet shaft. Be sure that the size of
the collet matches the size of the bit shank being
used. If the wrong size bit shank is used, the collet
may break. For attaching or detaching the collet
nut to the collet, follow the illustrated instructions
on this page.
Attaching Collet to Collet Nut
To assemble, place the narrow end of the collet
on an even surface. T ake the nut and place it over
the collet.
Position nut squarely over collet with the smaller
opening of the nut facing up.
Snap nut and collet together by fi rmly applying
downward pressure into assembly with palm of
hand.
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
Fig. 3
Fig. 4
Fig. 5
1. Unplug the tool. Make sure the locking lever is
fully open.
2. Align the depth adjustment screw on the motor
with the hole on the base.
3. Press and hold the motor release button and lower the motor into the base to the desired depth.
NOTE: The plunge base does not have a motor
release button. Release the locking lever and
pull out the motor.
4. Release the motor release button and push in
the locking lever to the fully closed position.
5. To remove the motor, fully open the locking lever, grasp the motor, press and hold the motor
release button, and pull out the motor.
Installing/Removing the Motor
Installing/Removing Edge Guide
T o install an edge guide, loosen the two rod screws.
Insert the edge guide rods into the rod holes and
tighten the rod screws.
Fig. 8
For
1/4"
Collets
For
1/2"
Collets
Into
Cone
Into
Collet
Installing/Removing Sub-bases
Fixed sub-bases (black):
To remove the sub-base, remove the sub-base
screws. To install the sub-base, secure it with the
sub-base screws.
Adjustable sub-bases (clear):
T o ensure the sub-base is centered, use the centering cone and pin whenever tightening, adjusting,
or changing the adjustable sub-base.
1. Unplug the tool.
2. Install the sub-base and screws, but do not
tighten them.
3. Lower the motor until the collet is about 1" above
the base.
4. With the router upside down, insert the pin into
the cone, then into the collet (see Fig. 8 for correct orientation). Tighten the collet.
5. Push the cone down fi rmly. The sub-base will
center.
6. While pressing down on the cone, tighten the
sub-base screws.
7. Remove the centering pin from the collet. Save
the pin and cone for future use.
8. To remove the sub-base, remove the sub-base
screws.
Fig. 6
Rod holes
Rod screws
Cat. Nos.
5615-20,
5616-20 and
5619-20
Fig. 7
Rod holes
Rod screws
Cat. No.
5625-20
4. Slide the rods through the base rod holes and
into the port rod holes.
NOTE: Use either the rods supplied with the dust
collection port or rods from a MILWAUKEE edge
guide.
5. Tighten the rod screws.
6. Twist a vacuum hose into the end of the port.
Templet Guides
A 1-3/16" center hole sub-base is needed to use
a template guide.
T o install a templet guide, insert the guide into the
center hole of a 1-3/16" router base and secure
according to the templet guide instructions.
Fig. 9
Installing the Dust Collection Port (not available
on Cat. No. 5625-20)
1. If an edge guide has been installed, it must be
removed temporarily to install the dust collection
port.
2. Loosen the rod screws.
3. Place the router upright and set the circle into
the base (Fig. 9).
WARNING To reduce the risk of
injury, do not use the dust collection port
when plunge cutting if the bit is larger than
the port opening (1-3/8"). If a rotating router
bit contacts the dust collection port, the port
will break and fl ying debris may cause injury.
WARNING To reduce the risk of
injury, wear safety goggles or glasses with
side shields.
Always unplug the tool before attaching or removing accessories or making adjustments.
Use only specifi cally recommended acces-
sories. Others may be hazardous.
Never use bits larger than the smallest of
the openings in the base, sub-base, or dust
collection port.
Installing the Bit
It is not necessary to remove the motor from the
base to install a collet assembly or a bit. If removal
of the base is desired, see previous section. Always
remove wood chips, dust or other foreign materials
from the collet shaft and collet assembly before
assembling.
Insert the collet assembly into the collet shaft. Insert
the bit shank into the collet as follows:
1. Unplug the tool.
2. Insert the bit shank into the collet as far as it will
go.
3. Back the bit shank out slightly to avoid bottoming
out.
4. Be sure there
is a minimum of
1/16" between
the bottom of
the collet assembly and the
radius to the
cutting portion
of the bit (Fig.
10).
Fig. 10
Minimum
1/16"
Bit
shank
Collet
Collet nut
8
9
Holding the Tool
These tools should be held using both hands at all
times for maximum control.
For Bodygrip® bases:
You can hold this
tool using the body
grip and ball handle
or both ball handles.
The body grip features an adjustable
strap, which can be
attached in two different positions for
maximum control
and comfort.
One handle on these
bases may be adjusted to three different positions for
maximum control
and comfort.
For D-Handle base:
Grip the D-handle
with one hand and
place the other on
the ball handle.
One handle on these
bases may be adjusted to three different positions for
maximum control
and comfort.
For Plunge and Production bases:
Starting and Stopping Router Motor
For Cat. No. 5615-
20, 5616-20
and 5625-20:
1. To start the motor,
place the router
so the bit is away
from you and not
in contact with the
workpiece. Grasp
the tool fi rmly and
push the On/Off
switch to the "I"
position.
5. Be sure that the collet is not clamped to a fl uted
section on the bit shank. The collet should be
clamped to a solid part on the bit shank to ensure
a tight grip.
To tighten the bit in the
collet assembly, use two
wrenches.
NOTE: Never tighten a
collet assembly without
inserting a bit shank of
the proper size. This may
damage the collet.
Fig. 11
Fig. 12
Adjusting the Depth of Cut
Bodygrip®, D-Handle and Production bases:
The tool depth can be adjusted by using the depth
adjustment knob or a 3/8" socket wrench with an
extension, or the Above-the-table Depth Wrench
(Cat. No. 49-96-0370).
When using the depth adjustment knob, fully open
the locking lever and rotate knob to the desired
depth of cut. One revolution of the depth adjustment knob is equal to 0.2". For fi ne adjustments
less than 5/32", use the independent scale on the
depth adjustment knob.
For deeper cuts:
1. Align the "0" on the scale with the arrow on the
tool.
2. Rotate depth adjustment knob clockwise to
desired depth measurement.
For shallower cuts:
1. Align the desired depth measurement with the
arrow on the tool.
2. Rotate depth adjustment knob counterclockwise
to "0."
Push in locking lever to fully closed position when
fi nished adjusting.
When using a socket wrench, place the router
upside down on a fl at surface and fully open the
locking lever. Insert a 3/8" socket wrench into the
hole on the base and turn to desired depth. Push
in locking lever to fully closed position.
WARNING T o reduce the risk of injury ,
wear safety goggles or glasses with side
shields.
Unplug the tool before changing accessories
or making adjustments.
Never make adjustments while the router is
running.
DO NOT use the router if the locking lever
does not hold the motor securely in the base.
NEVER use the Plunge Base Router models
in a router table.
OPERATION
Plunge base:
1. Unplug the tool.
2. Install the bit.
3. Press the plunge release lever and push down on
the handles until the bit touches the workpiece.
4. Loosen the depth stop rod locking screw.
5. Turn the turret so the full depth position is directly
below the rod
6. Press the depth stop rod release button to lower
the rod. It should rest on the full depth position
of the turret.
7. Place the adjustable pointer on "0".
8. Press in the depth stop rod release button Move
the rod up to the desired depth of cut.
9. Use the depth adjustment knob to fi nely tune the
depth of cut.
10.Tighten the depth stop rod locking screw.
11.To obtain the cut making multiple passes, rotate
the turret to a higher step. Each step is 1/8"
NOTE: A fi ne fi nish can be made using the turret
and multiple passes.
Fig. 14
Alternate
strap
positions
full
depth
position
1/8"
1/4"
3/8"
1/2"
5/8"
Depth stop rod
Fig. 13
Turret
Fig. 16
Fig. 15
Alternate
handle
positions
WARNING To reduce the risk of
injury, NEVER use the Plunge Base Router
in a router table.
2. To stop the motor, place the router so the bit is
away from you and push the On/Off switch to the
"O" position. Hold the tool until the bit stops turning.
For Cat. No. 5619-20:
1. Push the On/Off switch to the "I" position.
2. To start the motor, place the router so the bit is
away from you and not in contact with the workpiece. Grasp the tool fi rmly and pull the trigger.
3. To stop the motor, release the trigger.
Locking the D-handle Base Trigger
The lock button
holds the trigger in
the ON position for
continuous use.
1. To lock the
trigger, hold in
the lock button
while pulling the
trigger. Release
the trigger.
2. To unlock the
trigger, pull the
trigger and release. The lock
button will pop
out.
NOTE: D-handle base does not fi t Cat.No.5625-20.
Electronic Overload Protection
(For Cat. No. 5616-20 and 5625-20 only)
These tools are equipped with an electronic overload protection feature.
If the motor shuts off during use, remove the bit
from the workpiece and push the On/Off switch
to the "O" position for three (3) seconds. This will
reset the electronics in the tool. The tool can then
be restarted.
Using the Variable Speed Dial
(For Cat. No. 5616-20 and 5625-20 only)
The variable speed dial allows the user to adjust
the rotating speed (RPM) of the tool.
Variable speed dial settings range from numbers (7)
seven through (1) one. Higher numbers correspond
to higher speeds and lower number correspond to
lower speeds.
T o change the speed, set the variable speed control
dial to the desired number.Soft Start
(For Cat. No. 5616-20 and 5625-20 only)
The Soft-Start feature reduces the amount of torque
reaction to the tool and the user. This feature gradually increases the motor speed up from zero to the
speed set by the variable speed dial.
Feedback Control
(For Cat. No. 5616-20 and 5625-20 only)
The electronic speed control system allows the tool
to maintain constant speed between no-load and
load conditions.
Fig. 17
Lock button
WARNING To reduce the risk of
injury, wear safety goggles or glasses with
side shields.
To reduce the risk of injury , keep hands, body
and cord away from the bit and all moving
parts.
Before plugging the tool into a power outlet,
make sure the on/off switch is in the "O"
position.
Removing the Bit
1. Unplug the tool.
2. Loosen the collet nut from the collet shaft using
two wrenches.
3. Once loose, unscrew the collet nut by hand until
it feels tight again.
4. Use the wrenches again until the bit shank can
be pulled out.
10
11
When working on an inside edge, move the router
in a clockwise direction.
Moving the router in the opposite direction is known
as "climb cutting."
Fig. 19
Direction
of feed
Making the Cut
Before cutting, check that all adjustments are tight
and the locking lever is fully closed and secure.
The speed and depth of cut will depend largely on
the type of material being worked. Keep the cutting
pressure constant but do not use excessive force
on the router so the motor speed slows excessively.
It may be necessary on exceptionally hard woods
or problem materials to make more than one pass
to get the desired depth of cut.
Before beginning the cut on the actual workpiece,
make a sample cut on a scrap piece of lumber.
This will show you exactly how the cut will look as
well as enable you to check dimensions. Always be
sure the workpiece is secure before routing. When
routing edges, the router should be held fi rmly down
and against the work using handles.
Since the cutter rotates clockwise, more effi cient
cutting will be obtained if the router is moved from
left to right as you stand facing the work. The arrows on the base of the tool indicate the direction
of bit rotation. When working on the outside of an
edge, move router in a counterclockwise direction.
Fig. 18
Bit rotation
Router feed
Top view
Work
Plunge Cutting
1. Set the depth of cut.
2. Securely clamp the workpiece.
3. Press the plunge release lever and raise the bit
so it does not contact the workpiece.
4. Hold the handles securely and turn on the motor. Wait for the motor to reach full speed (or the
speed indicated by the variable speed dial).
5. Press the plunge release lever and slowly lower
the bit into the workpiece until the depth stop rod
contacts the turret. Release the plunge release
lever.
6. Begin moving the router, keeping the sub-base
fl at on the workpiece. Keep the cord and dust
collection hose out of the path of the router.
7. When fi nished, press the plunge release lever
and raise the bit out of the workpiece. Turn the
motor off and wait for the bit to stop turning.
WARNING T o reduce the risk of injury ,
always wear eye protection.
To reduce the risk of explosion, electric
shock and property damage, always check
the work area for hidden pipes and wires
before routing.
WARNING To reduce the risk of in-
jury, avoid "climb cutting." Climb cutting
increases the potential for loss of control
of the tool and damage to the workpiece. If
climb cutting can not be avoided, use extreme
caution.
WARNING T o reduce the risk of injury ,
do not use a plunge base router if the motor
does not rise automatically when the plunge
release lever is pressed.
ACCESSORIES
For a complete listing of accessories refer to your
MILWAUKEE Electric Tool catalog or go on-line
to www.milwaukeetool.com. To obtain a catalog,
contact your local distributor or a service center.
WARNING T o reduce the risk of injury,
always unplug the tool before attaching or
removing accessories. Use only specifi cally
recommended accessories. Others may be
hazardous.
Maintaining Tools
Keep your tool in good repair by adopting a regular
maintenance program. Before use, examine the
general condition of your tool. Inspect guards,
switches, tool cord set and extension cord for
damage. Check for loose screws, misalignment,
binding of moving parts, improper mounting, broken parts and any other condition that may affect
its safe operation. If abnormal noise or vibration
occurs, turn the tool off immediately and have the
problem corrected before further use. Do not use a
damaged tool. T ag damaged tools “DO NOT USE”
until repaired (see “Repairs”).
Under normal conditions, relubrication is not necessary until the motor brushes need to be replaced.
After six months to one year, depending on use,
return your tool to the nearest MILWAUKEE service
facility for the following:
• Lubrication
• Brush inspection and replacement
• Mechanical inspection and cleaning (gears, spindles, bearings, housing, etc.)
• Electrical inspection (switch, cord, armature, etc.)
• Testing to assure proper mechanical and electrical
operation
WARNING T o reduce the risk of injury ,
electric shock and damage to the tool, never
immerse your tool in liquid or allow a liquid
to fl ow inside the tool.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING T o reduce the risk of injury ,
always unplug your tool before performing
any maintenance. Never disassemble the tool
or try to do any rewiring on the tool’s electrical
system. Contact a MILW AUKEE service facility
for ALL repairs.
Cleaning
Clean dust and debris from vents. Keep the tool
handles clean, dry and free of oil or grease. Use
only mild soap and a damp cloth to clean your
tool since certain cleaning agents and solvents
are harmful to plastics and other insulated parts.
Some of these include: gasoline, turpentine, lacquer
thinner, paint thinner , chlorinated cleaning solvents,
ammonia and household detergents containing
ammonia. Never use fl ammable or combustible
solvents around tools.
Repairs
If your tool is damaged, return the entire tool to the
nearest service center.
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