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Operating the Tool
Slide "ON/OFF" Switch
This tool is switched "ON" by the slide switch
located on the front of the motor housing.
TO TURN THE TOOL "ON" slide the switch
button to the right or "I" position.
TO TURN THE TOOL "OFF" slide the switch
button to the left or "0" position.
WARNING! Hold the tool with both hands
while starting the tool, since torque from the
motor can cause the tool to twist.
All Models Except Model 1609A
Inserting and Removing Bits
WARNING! Always disconnect tool from the
power source before installing bits, accesso-
ries, or making any adjustments.
If the base is installed, you may remove it to
completely expose the collet assembly. The
motor may be placed on its side or flat top
surface when changing bits.
Insert the small end of one of the wrenches
provided into slot 2 in the motor. The wrench
is designed to turn and lock the armature, but
it may be necessary to turn the armature shaft
from the collet end to position the shaft in the
wrench. The wrench MUST be fully inserted
to the line stamped on the wrench before loos-
ening or tightening the collet nut. Damage to
the armature shaft is possible if the wrench is
not fully inserted.
With the shaft firmly locked, turn collet nut 5
in a counterclockwise direction with the other
wrench provided. Insert the shank of the router
bit as far as it will go, back it out until the
cutters are 1/8" to 1/4" from the collet nut, and
firmly tighten the nut in a clockwise direction
to secure the bit. Remove both wrenches from
the tool and re-attach base or any accessories
before connecting tool to the power source.
Reverse the above procedure to remove the bit,
and if it does not slide out easily, tap the collet
nut sharply with the wrench to free it. NEVER
strike the bit.
Extension Cords
• Replace damaged cords immediately. Use of
damaged cords can shock, burn or electrocute.
•If an extension cord is necessary, a cord
with adequate size conductors should be used
to prevent excessive voltage drop, loss of power
or overheating. The table below shows the
correct size to use, depending on cord length
and amperage rating on the tool’s nameplate.
If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. Always
use U.L. and CSA listed extension cords.
Ampere Rating (shown on nameplate)
0- 2.1- 3.5- 5.1- 7.1- 12.1-
2.0 3.4 5.0 7.0 12.0 16.0
25' 18 18 18 18 16 14
50' 18 18 16 16 14 12
75' 18 18 16 14 12 10
100' 18 16 14 12 10
150' 16 14 12 12 Wire Gauge
Note: The smaller the gauge number, the larger
the wire is in the cord.
"SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS"
Cord Length
Double Insulated Tools
• Double Insulation is a design concept used
in electric power tools which eliminates the
need for the three wire grounded power cord
and grounded power supply system. It is a
recognized and approved system by
Underwriter’s Laboratories, CSA and Federal
OSHA authorities.
IMPORTANT: Servicing of a tool with double
insulation requires care and knowledge of the
system and should be performed only by a
qualified service technician. WHEN SERVICE
IS REQUIRED USE ONLY IDENTICAL RE-
PLACEMENT PARTS.
POLARIZED PLUGS: If your tool is 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 the
proper outlet. To reduce the risk of electric
shock do not change the plug in any way.
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in a well ventilated area, and work with ap-
proved safety equipment, such as those dust
masks that are specially designed to filter out
microscopic particles.
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