User manual RYOBI 1200W PLUNGE ACTION ROUTER ERT241200

[. . . ] Failure to comply can result in accidents involving fire, electric shock or serious personal injury. Save owners manual and review frequently for continuing safe operation and instructing others who may use this tool. The operation of any tool can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Before beginning power tool operation, always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and a full face shield when needed. [. . . ] NOTE: Do not run the tool at low speeds for extended periods without occasionally running at high speed with no load applied. At lower speeds the fan does not cool the motor as effectively as it does at high speed and the motor may overheat. Fig 1 Variable Speed Control On/Off Switch DUST EXTRACTION (Fig 2 ) Mount the dust port on the base with hexagon screws supplied. It is advisable to have the outlet on the opposite side from the On/Off switch on the body of the Router to allow free access to the On/Off switch. NOTE: Outlet is on the opposite side of the body to the On/Off switch. Fig 3 Fig 2 Spindle Lock Button INSTALLING & REMOVING ROUTER BITS (Fig 3 & 4) Ensure that the bit you wish to use is suited for your Router. It must be capable of at least 28000 r. p. m Also, ensure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before installing or removing the bit. Before use, check that the bit to be installed for any cracks or chips. Insert the bit into the collet to a depth of at least twice its diameter. Depress spindle lock button (situated above the collet) with finger, locking spindle into place. With the spanner provided, firmly tighten the collet nut until the bit is securely held. Turn the Router on to check for any undue vibration or wobbling which may indicate the bit is damaged or not properly WARNING Router bits are extremely sharp Take care when inserting and removing bits as they can cause serious injury. WARNING Do not tighten the collet nut without first inserting a bit or damage to the collet cone will result. LOCK LEVER (Fig 5 & 6) The lock lever on your Router is adjustable. To place the lever in a position with which you are comfortable, remove the phillips head screw, pull the lever off its retaining shaft then place it to your preferred position and re-tighten the screw. With the Router on a flat surface, loosen the lock lever and lower the Router body until the bit just touches the surface. Lift up the depth set pole and lift and rotate the triple depth set block to a suitable position. Allow the depth set pole to rest on the threaded bolt in the triple depth set block and note the scale reading where it enters the upper housing. Add the require depth of cut to the scale reading (in mm), move the depth set ploe up to the reading and tighten the wing screw. The Router is now set for the required depth. NOTE: Always do a trial run of a new set depth on a scrap piece of material to ensure the depth of cut is exactly as required. NOTE: When you have plunged the router into the timber Fig 4 Lock Lever Lock Lever Fig 5 Wing Screw Scale Reading Depth Set Pole Trip Depth Set Block Fig 7 5. Release the lock lever and allow the bit to come free of the Lock Lever Fig 6 Fig 8 CUTTING BLADE LAMINATE BEARING BEARING SCREW EDGE to the required depth it is essential that the depth setting lock lever be locked TIGHTLY into the locked position. If making a deep cut, it is advisable to make more than one pass to achieve the desired depth. [. . . ] This product is sold by the dealer or agent as principal and the dealer has no authority from the Company to give any additional guarantee on the Company's behalf except as herein contained or herein referred to. Guarantee Conditions This guarantee only applies provided that the Product has been used in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations under normal use and reasonable care (in the opinion of the Company) and such guarantee does not cover damage, malfunction or failure resulting from misuse, neglect, abuse, or used for a purpose for which it was not designed or is not suited and no repairs, alterations or modifications have been attempted by other than an Authorised Service Agent. This guarantee will not apply if the tool is damaged by accident or if repairs arise from normal wear and tear. The Company accepts no additional liability pursuant to this guarantee for the costs of travelling or transportation of the Product or parts to and from the service dealer or agent - such costs are not included in this guarantee. [. . . ]