Skil 1820, 1825, 1810, 1815 User Manual

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Operating/Safety Instructions

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Power Tool Safety Rules

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

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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 by-standers, children, and visitors away while operating a power tool.

Distractions can cause you to lose control.

Electrical Safety

Double Insulated tools are equipped with a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other.) This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install a polarized outlet. Do not change the plug in any way. Double Insulation xxxx eliminates the need for the three wire grounded power cord and grounded power supply system. Before plugging in the tool, be certain the outlet voltage supplied is within the voltage marked on the nameplate. Do not use “AC only” rated tools with a DC power supply.

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. If operating the power tool in damp locations is unavoidable, a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter must be used to supply the power to your tool. Electrician’s rubber gloves and footwear will further enhance your personal safety.

Don't 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 the 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. Refer to “Recommended sizes of Extension Cords” in the Accessory section of this manual.

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. Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil and grease.

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 a 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 way to secure and support the workpiece to a stable platform. Holding the work by hand

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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 at 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 preventive 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. Any alteration or modification is a misuse and may result in a dangerous condition.

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. Develop a periodic maintenance schedule for your tool.

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. For example: internal wires may be misplaced or pinched, safety guard return springs may be improperly mounted.

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. Certain cleaning agents such as gasoline, carbon tetrachloride, ammonia, etc. may damage plastic parts.

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. If cutting into existing walls or other blind areas where electrical wiring may exist is unavoidable, disconnect all fuses or circuit breakers feeding this worksite.

Always make sure the work surface is free from nails and other foreign objects.

Cutting into a nail can cause the bit and the tool to jump and damage the bit.

Never hold the workpiece in one hand and the tool in the other hand when in use. Never place hands near or below cutting surface. Clamping the material and guiding the tool with both hands is safer.

Never lay workpiece on top of hard surfaces, like concrete, stone, etc...

Protruding cutting bit may cause tool to jump.

Always wear safety goggles and dust mask. Use only in well ventilated area.

Using personal safety devices and working in safe environment reduces risk of injury.

After changing the bits or making any adjustments, make sure the collet nut and any other adjustment devices are securely tightened. Loose adjustment device can unexpectedly shift, causing loss of control, loose rotating components will be violently thrown.

Never start the tool when the bit is engaged in the material. The bit cutting edge may grab the material causing loss of control of the cutter.

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Always hold the tool with two hands during start-up. The reaction torque of the motor can cause the tool to twist.

The direction of feeding the bit into the material is very important and it relates to the direction of bit rotation. When viewing the tool from the top, the bit rotates clockwise. Feed direction of cutting must be counter-clockwise. NOTE: inside and outside cuts will require different feed direction, refer to section on feeding the router. Feeding the tool in the wrong direction, causes the cutting edge of the bit to climb out of the work and pull the tool in the direction of this feed.

Never use dull or damaged bits. Sharp bits must be handled with care. Damaged bits can snap during use. Dull bits require more force to push the tool, possibly causing the bit to break.

Never touch the bit during or immediately after the use. After use the bit is too hot to be touched by bare hands.

Never lay the tool down until the motor has come to a complete standstill. The spinning bit can grab the surface and pull the tool out of your control.

Never use bits that have a cutting diameter greater than the opening in the base.

Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction

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

•Lead from lead-based paints,

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

•Arsenic and chromium from chemicallytreated 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 specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.

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Symbols

IMPORTANT: Some of the following symbols may be used on your tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer.

Symbol									Name	Designation/Explanation
				V					Volts	Voltage (potential)
				A					Amperes	Current
		Hz							Hertz	Frequency (cycles per second)
			W						Watt	Power
			kg						Kilograms	Weight
	min								Minutes	Time
				s					Seconds	Time
									Diameter	Size of drill bits, grinding wheels, etc.
			n0						No load speed	Rotational speed, at no load
.../min									Revolutions or reciprocation per minute	Revolutions, strokes, surface speed,
										orbits etc. per minute
0									Off position	Zero speed, zero torque...
1, 2, 3, ...									Selector settings	Speed, torque or position settings.
I, II, III,										Higher number means greater speed
0									Infinitely variable selector with off	Speed is increasing from 0 setting
									Arrow	Action in the direction of arrow
									Alternating current	Type or a characteristic of current
									Direct current	Type or a characteristic of current
									Alternating or direct current	Type or a characteristic of current
									Class II construction	Designates Double Insulated
										Construction tools.
									Earthing terminal	Grounding terminal
									Warning symbol	Alerts user to warning messages
									Ni-Cad RBRC seal	Designates Ni-Cad battery recycling
										program

This symbol designates that this tool is listed by Underwriters Laboratories.

This symbol designates that this tool is listed by the Canadian Standards Association.

This symbol designates that this tool is listed to Canadian Standards by Underwriters Laboratories.

This symbol designates that this tool is listed by Underwriters Laboratories, and listed to Canadian Standards by Underwriters Laboratories.

This symbol designates that

this tool complies to NOM Mexican Standards.

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Functional Description and Specifications

Disconnect the plug from the power source before making any assembly, adjustments or changing accessories. Such preventive safety

measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally.

Routers

	POP-UP	FIG. 1
	FINE ADJUSTMENT KNOB
		AIR VENTS
		HANDLE
	SCALE INDICATOR
	DEPTH SCALE
		CHIP DEFLECTOR
		BIT ROTATION ARROW
	“LOCK ON”
	BUTTON	VARIABLE SPEED DIAL
		(Model 1825 only)
	FIG. 2
	ON/OFF
	TRIGGER	BASE
	SWITCH	RELEASE
		LEVER
	DUST
	PORT
		BASE
	BASE CLAMP LEVER
		SUB-BASE

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FIG. 3

POP-UP

FINE ADJUSTMENT KNOB

AIR VENTS

DEPTH STOP

TURRET

DEPTH SCALE

PLUNGE HANDLE

DEPTH GAUGE

KNOB

CHIP DEFLECTOR

BIT ROTATION ARROW

FIG. 4

SPEED CONTROL DIAL Model 1825 only

ON/OFF	PLUNGE LOCK
TRIGGER	LEVER
SWITCH

BASE CLAMP
LEVER					BASE RELEASE
					BUTTON
DUST PORT ADAPTER
(Not included, available					SUB-BASE
as accessory)
Model number	1810		1815 & 1820		1825
Voltage rating	120V	50 - 60Hz	120V	50 - 60Hz	120V	50 - 60Hz
Amperage rating	9A		10A		11A
No load speed	n0 25,000/min		n0 25,000/min		n0 8,000-25,000/min
Collet capacities	1/4"		1/4"		1/4", 1/2"

On models 1810, 1815, 1820, & 1825 router motor unit must be used with either fixed base type A, or plunge base Type B.

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Assembly

A wide assortment of router bits with different profiles is available separately.

! WARNING To prevent personal injury, always remove the plug

from power source before removing or installing bits or accessories.

INSTALLING A ROUTER BIT

Place router upside down with the top of the router resting on the bench. Another option is to remove the motor from the base before installing the bit.

1.Remove the chip shield.

2.Press collet lock to stop rotation of armature shaft. NOTE: it may be necessary to rotate collet chuck assembly to engage collet lock (Fig. 5).

3.Next, use the collet wrench to loosen the collet nut in counter-clockwise direction (viewed from under the router).

4.Insert the shank of the router bit into the collet chuck assembly as far as it will go, then back the shank out until the cutters are approximately 1/8" to 1/4" away from the collet nut face.

5.With the router bit inserted and the collet lock holding the armature shaft, use the collet wrench to firmly tighten the collet

nut in a clockwise direction (viewed from under the router). To ensure proper gripping of the router bit, the shank of the router bit must be inserted at least 5/8".

! WARNING When the templet guide has been removed from base, do

not use router bits greater than 2" in diameter as they will not fit through the subbase.

! CAUTION	To prevent damage to tool,
without a bit.	do not tighten collet nut

NOTE: The router bit shank and collet chuck should be clean and free of dust, wood, residue and grease before assembling.

REMOVING THE ROUTER BIT

1.Press collet lock to stop rotation of armature shaft and turn the collet chuck assembly in a counter-clockwise direction.

2.Once the collet chuck assembly is loosened continue to turn the collet chuck assembly until it pulls the collet free from its taper, and the router bit can be removed.

NOTE: The collet chuck is self-extracting; it is NOT necessary to strike the collet chuck to free the router bit.

BIT

FIG. 5

SHANK

COLLET

COLLET LOCK

COLLET NUT

BASE

WRENCH

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COLLET CHUCK CARE (Model 1825 only)

With the router bit removed, continue to turn the collet nut counter-clockwise until it is loose. To assure a firm grip, occasionally blow out the collet chuck and clean with a tissue or fine brush. The collet chuck is made up of two component parts as illustrated (Fig. 6); check to see that the adapter sleeve if needed is properly seated in the collet nut and lightly thread the collet nut back onto the armature shaft. Replace a worn or damaged collet chuck assembly immediately.

FIG. 6

ARMATURE

SHAFT

COLLET	COLLET CHUCK
NUT	ASSEMBLY

ADAPTER

SLEEVE

REMOVING MOTOR FROM BASE To remove motor from fixed bases:

1.Hold router in vertical position, open base clamp lever, push base release lever in direction of arrow and pull motor unit upwards from base, just before the motor is completely out of the base it will stop moving. Then depress the base release button, and pull motor unit upwards from base (Fig. 7).

To remove motor from plunge base:

1.Hold router in vertical position, open base clamp lever, depress base release button, and pull motor upwards from base (Fig. 8).

INSTALLING MOTOR IN BASE To install motor in fixed base:

1.Release the base clamp lever.

2.Align the depth rod base with the pop-up fine adjustment knob.

3.Slide motor into base until the base release lever engages into the slot on the motor unit (Fig. 7).

4.Lock the base clamp lever.

To install motor in plunge base:

1.Release the base clamp lever.

2.Align the depth rod base with the pop-up fine adjustment knob.

3.Slide motor into base until the base release stop button on motor engages into the slot in the base (Fig. 8).

4.Lock the base clamp lever.

	BASE	MOTOR UNIT
		DEPTH
	RELEASE
	STOP BUTTON	ROD
		BASE
		FIG. 7
	BASE	BASE
	CLAMP
	LEVER
	BASE RELEASE	BASE RELEASE
	BUTTON	LEVER

BASE

CLAMP FIG. 8 LEVER

BASE

RELEASE

BUTTON

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FIG. 9

INSTALLING RAS140

TEMPLATE GUIDE ADAPTER (Not included, available as accessory)

Place template guide adapter over the holes

in the center of the sub-base, align the two threaded holes in the bottom of adapter with

the countersunk holes in sub-base. Fasten adapter with the screws provided (Fig. 9).

TEMPLATE

GUIDE ROUTER ADAPTER

BASE

MOUNTING

SCREWS

CHIP DEFLECTOR

Always wear eye ! WARNING protection. The chip

deflector is not intended as a safety guard.

The chip deflectors help keep dust and chips out of your face, it will not stop objects larger than dust thrown from the bit.

To remove chip shield from bases, press inward on deflector until it releases from base and remove. To attach, place deflector into position as shown in (Fig. 10). Then flex sides of deflector while pushing until it snaps into place.

FIG. 10

CHIP

DEFLECTOR

Operating Instructions

Skil routers are designed for speed, accuracy and convenience in performing cabinet work, routing, fluting, beading, covecutting, dove tails, etc. They will enable you to accomplish inlay work, decorative edges and many types of special carving.

DEPTH ADJUSTMENT WITH FIXED BASE

FINE ADJUSTMENT KNOB

The pop up fine depth adjustment knob allows precise bit height adjustments on your router.

To use the fine adjustment feature, release the base clamp lever, pull up the fine adjustment knob and turn the knob clockwise to lower, or counterclockwise to raise the bit (Fig. 2).

(Note that one full turn of the knob will raise or lower the bit approximately 1/16"of an inch.) After making depth adjustments, re-clamp the motor.

NOTE: All depth adjustments must be made with the base clamp lever released.

DEEP CUTS

For deeper cuts, make several progressively deeper cuts by starting at one depth and then make several subsequent passes, increasing the cutting depth with each pass.

To be certain that your depth settings are as desired, you may want to make test cuts in scrap material before beginning work.

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DEPTH ADJUSTMENT WITH PLUNGE

BASE PLUNGING ACTION

The plunge feature simplifies depth adjustments and will allow the cutting bit to easily and accurately enter the workpiece. To lower, loosen lock lever (Fig. 11), and apply downward pressure until you reach desired depth, and tighten lock lever. Loosen lever and release pressure and the router will automatically retract the bit from the workpiece. It is advisable to retract the bit whenever it is not engaged in workpiece.

FIG. 11

TO LOOSEN

DUST PORT ADAPTER

(Not included, available as accessory)

DEPTH ROD AND TURRET

The Auto-Zero depth rod and the depth stop turret are used to control cutting depth as follows;

1.With the bit installed, gently lower the motor until the tip of the router bit just contacts the level surface the router is sitting on. This is the “zero” position, from which further depth adjustments can be accurately made.

2.To set a desired depth of cut. Loosen depth indicator knob and the auto-zero depth rod will automatically zero-out, meaning you are ready to set your depth of cut (Fig. 12).

3.To set a desired cutting depth, lower the auto-zero to your required depth using the scale attached to the base, and secure the rod in position by firmly tightening the depth indicator knob.

4.The desired depth of cut may now be achieved by plunging the router until the auto-zero depth rod contacts the autozero depth stop.

DEEP CUTS

For deeper cuts, make several progressively deeper cuts by starting with the highest step on the depth turret, and after each cut, rotate the depth turret to progressively lower steps as desired, until the final depth (lowest step or flat) is reached. Steps progress by 1/4" increments as follows.

•Both turrets fully engaged 1/2".

•Top turret fully engaged 1/4".

To be certain that your depth settings are as desired, you may want to make test cuts in

before beginning work.

FIG. 12	DEPTH
	STOP
	TURRET
	DEPTH
	SCALE
	DEPTH
	GAUGE

KNOB

DEPTH ADJUSTMENT WITH PLUNGE BASE FINE ADJUSTMENT KNOB

The pop up fine depth adjustment knob allows precise bit height adjustments on your router.

To use the fine adjustment feature, pull up the fine adjustment knob and turn the knob clockwise to lower, or counterclockwise to raise the bit (Fig. 4).

(Note that one full turn of the knob will raise or lower the bit approximately 1/16"of an inch. It may be necessary to exert slight pressure on the router handle opposite the knob, to avoid cocking the motor on the posts (Fig. 4).

TRIGGER SWITCH AND

“LOCK-ON” BUTTON

Your router can be turned ON or OFF by squeezing or releasing the trigger. Your router is also equipped with “Lock-ON” button located above the trigger that allows

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continous operation without holding the trigger.

TO LOCK SWITCH ON: Squeeze trigger, depress “Lock-On button and release trigger (Fig. 2).

TO UNLOCK THE SWITCH: Squeeze trigger and release it without depressing the “LockON” button.

If the “Lock-ON” button is continuously being de-

pressed, the trigger cannot be released.

Always hold the router off the work when turning the switch on or off. Contact the work with the router after the router has reached desired speed, and remove it from the work before turning the switch off. Operating in this manner will prolong switch and motor life and will greatly increase the quality of your work.

Always hold the tool with both hands while starting the tool, since torque from the motor can cause the tool to twist.

ELECTRONIC VARIABLE SPEED CONTROL (Model 1825 only)

The electronic speed control feature allows motor speed to be matched to cutter size and material hardness for improved finish, extended bit life, and higher performance. Speed changes are achieved by rotating the dial on or between any one of the six numbers (Fig. 4). Speed may be changed while tool is on. The reference numbers on the dial facilitate re-setting control to desired speed.

The speed chart indicates the relationship between settings and application, exact settings are determined by operator experience and preference. The bit manufacturer may also have a speed recommendation.

	DIAL
	SETTING	RPM		APPLICATION
	1	8,000	}	Nonferrous metals,
	2	13,500		larger diameter bits,
	3	16,500		and cutters
	4	20,000		Softwoods, plastics,
	5	22,500		counter tops, smaller
			} diameter bits, and
	6	25,000
				cutters

SITE-LIGHT™

(Models 1815, 1820, & 1825) only)

Your tool is also equipped with a Site-Light™ for better visibility during operation (Fig. 2).

When the tool is plugged in, the lights will turn on automatically when the user grips the handle and covers the sensor.

The Site-Light™ is maintenance free and was designed to last the life of your tool.

Note: When holding the tool, always make sure the sensor in the handle is completely covered when activating the light.

FEEDING THE ROUTER

As seen from the top of the router, the bit turns clockwise and the cutting edges face accordingly. Therefore, the most efficient cut is made by feeding the router so that the bit turns into the work, not away. Figure 13 shows proper feed for various cuts. How fast you feed depends on the hardness of the material and the size of the cut. For some materials, it is best to make several cuts of increasing depth.

FIG. 13

START

HERE

WORK

BIT

DIRECTION OF

ROUTER FEED

If the router is hard to control, heats up, runs very slowly or leaves an imperfect cut, consider these causes:

1.Wrong direction of feed — hard to control.

2.Feeding too fast — overloads motor.

3.Dull bit — overloads motor.

4.Cut is too large for one pass — overloads motor.

5.Feeding too slow — leaves friction burns on work.

Feed smoothly and steadily (do not force). You will soon learn how the router sounds and feels when it is working best.

RATE OF FEED

When routing or doing related work in wood and plastics, the best finishes will result if the depth of cut and feed rate are regulated to keep the motor operating at high speed. Feed the router at a moderate rate. Soft materials require a faster feed rate than hard materials.

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The router may stall if improperly used or overloaded. Reduce the feed rate to prevent possible damage to the tool. Always be sure the collet chuck is tightened securely before

use. Always use router bits with the shortest cutting length necessary to produce the desired cut. This will minimize router bit runout and chatter.

GUIDING THE ROUTER

FIG. 14

The router can be guided through the work in any of several ways. The method you use depends, of course, on the demands of the particular job and on convenience.

For routing operations such as grooving or dadoing, it is often necessary to guide the tool in a line parallel to a straight edge. One method of obtaining a straight cut is to securely clamp a board or other straightedge to the work surface, and guide the edge of the router sub-base along this path (Fig. 14).

FEED DIRECTION

BOARD

GUIDE

SECURELY CLAMP BOARD GUIDE

STRAIGHT AND CIRCULAR EDGE GUIDE (Not included, available as accessory)

Use this handy accessory for ease and accuracy in making curved and straight cuts.

ATTACHING GUIDE

Insert edge guide rods through holes in base, slide edge guide to desired width as shown in (Fig. 15), and secure in place by tightening the screw at the bottom of the router.

One method of locating the guide is to mark

FIG. 15

WING

SCREWS

EDGE

GUIDE

RODS

EDGE

GUIDE

DESIRED

WIDTH

CUT WORK BASE

the center of groove to be cut, set the router flat on the work with the bit just touching and aligned over the center of groove. Bring the guide to the edge of the work, and securely tighten screws. Whenever in doubt about dimensions, make a trial cut on scrap material. For guiding along a circular edge, the notch in the center of the edge guide will contact the material at the two points shown (Fig. 16).

FIG. 16

EDGE

GUIDE

CUT

WORK

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PILOT TIPPED AND BEARING GUIDE BITS

The lower portion of a pilot tipped bit, as shown in (Fig. 17), is a shaft with no cutting edges. Bearing guide bits have a ball bearing to pilot the bit.

This pilot slides along the edge of the work as the rotating blades make the cut, forming molding or decorative edges. The edge on which the pilot slides should be perfectly smooth since any irregularities are transferred to the shaped surface.

FIG. 17

CUT

CUTTER PART OF

PILOT TIPPED BIT

PILOT SLIDES

ALONG EDGE

OF WORK

TEMPLATES

Using template patterns lets you duplicate designs or letters uniformly time after time. This technique requires the use of an template guide adapter and a template guide.

TEMPLATE GUIDES

(Not included, available as accessory)

The template guide shown in (Fig. 18), is essentially a plate with a collar which is inserted through the hole in sub-base and template guide adapter from below and fastened with a knurled retaining nut. The template guide rides along the edge of the templat while the router bit, protruding below, cuts into the work.

KNURLED	TEMPLATE GUIDE
	ADAPTER
NUT	(optional accessory)

FIG. 18

ROUTER

SUB-BASE TEMPLATE GUIDE (optional accessory)

ATTENTION: Be sure the thickness of the templat is the same or larger than the guide surface of the collar.

Do not use a bit that may touch the inside of the collar. Select a bit that is about 1/16" less in diameter.

Template guides are used with a number of special accessories, such as hinge templates, which are listed in your Skil catalog.

In addition, special templates are easily prepared for cutting repeated patterns, special designs, inlays, and other applications. A template pattern may be made of plywood, hardboard, metal or even plastic, and the design can be cut with a router, jigsaw, or other suitable cutting tool.

Remember that the pattern will have to be made to compensate for the distance between the router bit and the template guide (the “offset”), as the final workpiece will differ in size from the template pattern by that amount, due to the bit position (Fig. 19).

	FIG. 19	COLLET CHUCK
	ROUTER BIT	TEMPLATE	ROUTER
		GUIDE	SUB-BASE
			TEMPLATE
			PATTERN
	OFFSET		WORKPIECE

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MOUNTING SCREWS

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ROUTER DUST COLLECTION

There are optional dust extraction accessories not included, available as accessory. The adapter that will connect to 1-1/4” and 35mm vacuum hoses. An adapter

FIG. 20

to connect 1-1/2" to 2-1/2" hoses is also available separately.

To attach, position as shown and secure adapter to base with the mounting screws provided (Fig. 20).

MOUNTING

SCREWS

FIG. 21

Maintenance

Service

Preventive maintenance performed by unauthorized personnel may result in misplacing of

internal wires and components which could cause serious hazard. We recommend that all tool service be performed by a Skil Factory Service Center or Authorized Skil Service Station.

TOOL LUBRICATION

Your Skil tool has been properly lubricated and is ready to use. It is recommended that tools with gears be regreased with a special gear lubricant at every brush change.

CARBON BRUSHES

The brushes and commutator in your tool have been engineered for many hours of dependable service. To maintain peak efficiency of the motor, we recommend every two to six months the brushes be examined. Only genuine Skil replacement brushes specially designed for your tool should be used.

BEARINGS

After about 300-400 hours of operation, or at every second brush change, the bearings

should be replaced at Skil Factory Service Center or Authorized Skil Service Station. Bearings which become noisy (due to heavy load or very abrasive material cutting) should be replaced at once to avoid overheating or motor failure.

Cleaning

To avoid accidents always disconnect the tool from the power supply before cleaning or

performing any maintenance. The tool may be cleaned most effectively with compressed dry air. Always wear safety goggles when cleaning tools with compressed air.

Ventilation openings and switch levers must be kept clean and free of foreign matter. Do not attempt to clean by inserting pointed objects through openings.

! CAUTION Certain cleaning agents and solvents damage

plastic parts. Some of these are: gasoline, carbon tetrachloride, chlorinated cleaning solvents, ammonia and household detergents that contain ammonia.

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