SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR ROUTERS
GENERAL
● This tool should not be used by people under the age of
16 years
● Always disconnect plug from power source before
making any adjustment or changing any accessory
ACCESSORIES
● SKIL can assure flawless functioning of the tool only
when original accessories are used
● Use only accessories with an allowable speed matching
at least the highest no-load speed of the tool
● Do not use damaged or deformed router bits
● Only use sharp router bits
● Protect accessories from impact, shock and grease
● Only use high speed steel (HSS) or carbide-tipped (CT)
router bits with this tool
BEFORE USE
● Avoid damage that can be caused by screws, nails and
other elements in your workpiece; remove them before
you start working
● Always check that the supply voltage is the same as the
voltage indicated on the nameplate of the tool (tools with
a rating of 230V or 240V can also be connected to a
220V supply)
● Do not work with materials containing asbestos
● Clamp the workpiece in case it does not remain
stationary from its own weight
● Do not clamp the tool in a vice
● Use completely unrolled and safe extension cords with a
capacity of 16 Amps (UK 13 Amps)
● The noise level when working can exceed 85 dB(A);
wear ear protection
● Wear a dust protection mask when working with
materials which produce dust that is detrimental to
health; inform yourself beforehand about the materials to
be worked on
● Be sure tool is switched off when plugging in
DURING USE
● Always keep the cord away from moving parts of the
tool; direct the cord to the rear, away from the tool
● Never use tool when cord or base-plate M 2
(=protective guard) is damaged; have it replaced by a
qualified person
● Keep hands and fingers away from router bit when tool is
switched on
● Never exceed maximum cutting depth of router bit
(= B $) while cutting
● In case of electrical or mechanical malfunction,
immediately switch off the tool and disconnect the plug
● In case the router bit is blocked, resulting in jerking
forces on the tool, immediately switch off the tool
● In case of current interruption or when the plug is
accidentally pulled out, immediately switch off the tool in
order to prevent uncontrolled restarting
● Do not apply so much pressure on the tool that it comes
to a standstill
AFTER USE
● After finishing the work, lift lever E 2, guide the tool back
into the upper starting position, and switch off the tool
WHEN CONNECTING NEW 3-PIN PLUG (U.K. ONLY):
● Do not connect the blue (= neutral) or brown (= live) wire
in the cord of this tool to the earth terminal of the plug
● If for any reason the old plug is cut off the cord of this
tool, it must be disposed of safely and not left unattended
USE
● Mounting/removing router bits 3
! switch off the tool and disconnect the plug
! ensure that router bit shaft is perfectly clean
! ensure that collet size (6 mm, 8 mm, 1/4”)
corresponds with shaft size of router bit
- turn tool upside down
- lock shaft by pushing shaft lock A (rotate collet nut B,
if necessary) and hold it while you
FOR MOUNTING:
- loosen collet nut B with wrench C
- insert bit 3/4 in collet
- tighten collet nut firmly with wrench C
FOR REMOVING:
- loosen collet nut B with wrench C
- remove bit
- release shaft lock A
!for loosening router bit it may be necessary to tap
collet nut with wrench 4
! never tighten collet nut, if there is no router bit in
collet; collet may be damaged
● Changing collet
! switch off the tool and disconnect the plug
! ensure that collet shaft is perfectly clean
- loosen collet nut B 2 or 3 turns
- tap collet nut B with wrench C
- remove collet nut B and collet (lock shaft)
- turn tool upside down
- insert new collet in collet shaft
- mount collet nut B (lock shaft)
! never tighten collet nut, if there is no router bit in
collet; collet may be damaged
● Adjusting routing depth/depth stop turret 2
EXAMPLE
Desired routing depths 7 mm (X), 11 mm (Y) and
17 mm (Z)
STEP 1:
- lift lever E
- loosen knob F so that depth gauge G moves freely
- push tool down until router bit is in contact with
workpiece
- push lever E back
- rotate turret H so that depth stop X clicks into place
right under depth gauge G
- note value as indicated on depth scale (e.g. 35 mm)
(for zeroing)
STEP 2:
- define difference among desired routing depths; use
lowest routing depth as reference (∆ X->Y = 4 mm;
∆ X->Z = 10 mm)
- rotate turret H so that depth stop Z clicks into place
right under depth gauge G
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