Owner's Manual

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When the cutting bit is scraping instead of cutting, the router is more difficult to
control as you feed it.
With almost no load on the motor, the cutting bit has a tendency to bounce
off the sides of the cut in the workpiece, producing a cut with a rippled finish
instead of clean, straight sides.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING: To ensure safety and reliability, all repairs should be performed
by a qualified service technician at a Craftsman Service Center.
GENERAL
Only the parts shown on the parts list are intended for repair or replacement by
the customer. All other parts represent an important part of the double insulation
system and should be serviced only by a qualified Craftsman service technician.
WARNING: For your safety, always turn off the switch and unplug the router
motor from the power source before performing any maintenance or cleaning.
It has been found that electric tools are subject to accelerated wear and possible
premature failure when they are used to work on fiber glass boats and sports
cars, wallboard, spackling compounds, or plaster. The chips and grindings from
these materials are highly abrasive to electrical tool parts, such as bearings,
brushes, commutators, etc. Consequently, it is not recommended that this tool
be used for extended work on any fiberglass material, wallboard, spackling
compound, or plaster. During any use on these materials, it is extremely
important that the tool is cleaned frequently by blowing with an air jet.
WARNING: Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields
during power tool operations, or when blowing dust. If operation is dusty, also
wear a dust mask.
ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
WARNING: Do not at any time allow brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based
products, penetrating oils, etc. come in contact with plastic parts. Chemicals
can damage, weaken, or destroy plastic, which may result in serious personal
injury.
1.
When work has been completed, clean the tool to allow smooth functioning
of the tool over time.
2.
Use clean damp cloths to wipe the tool.
3.
Check the state of all electrical cables.
4.
Keep the motor air openings free from oil, grease, and sawdust or
woodchips, and store tool in a dry place.