ENGLISH (Original instructions) INSTRUCTION MANUAL Trimmer RT0700C 011833 DOUBLE INSULATION IMPORTANT: Read Before Using.
ENGLISH (Original instructions) SPECIFICATIONS Model RT0700C Collet chuck capacity 6 mm, 8 mm, 1/4" or 3/8" No load speed (min-1) 10,000 - 30,000 Overall length 200 mm Net weight 1.8 kg Safety class /II • Due to our continuing programme of research and development, the specifications herein are subject to change without notice. • Specifications may differ from country to country.
electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock. 7. Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock. 8. When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use.
Power tool use and care 18. Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application. The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed. 19. Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired. 20.
Speed adjusting dial FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION • CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before adjusting or checking function on the tool. 1. Speed adjusting dial 1 Adjusting bit protrusion 1 2 3 1. Bit protrusion 2. Tool base 3. Scale 4. Locking lever 5. Adjusting screw 6. Hex nut 011835 The tool speed can be changed by turning the speed adjusting dial to a given number setting from 1 to 6. Higher speed is obtained when the dial is turned in the direction of number 6.
OPERATION ASSEMBLY For the trimmer base • CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before carrying out any work on the tool. Installing or removing trimmer bit 1 2 3 1. Tighten 2. Loosen 3. Hold 3 2 1 1. Dust nozzle 2. Thumb screw 3. Trimmer base 011837 3 1 1. Tighten 2. Loosen 3. Shaft lock 011989 WARNING: Before using the tool with the trimmer base, always install the dust nozzle on the trimmer base.
When using the trimmer shoe, the straight guide or the trimmer guide, be sure to keep it on the right side in the feed direction. This will help to keep it flush with the side of the workpiece. • 2 3 1 7 3 1. Feed direction 2. Bit revolving direction 3. Workpiece 4. Straight guide 5 4 10mm (3/8") 1. Straight bit 2. Base 3. Templet 4. Distance (X) 5. Workpiece 6. Templet guide 10 7. Base protector 011982 NOTE: • The workpiece will be cut a slightly different size from the templet.
distance between the bit and the straight guide. At the desired distance, tighten the wing nut securely. When cutting, move the tool with the straight guide flush with the side of the workpiece. If the distance (A) between the side of the workpiece and the cutting position is too wide for the straight guide, or if the side of the workpiece is not straight, the straight guide cannot be used. In this case, firmly clamp a straight board to the workpiece and use it as a guide against the trimmer base.
1. Workpiece 2. Bit 3. Guide roller 2 1. Base protector 2. Screw 1 3 1 001998 When cutting, move the tool with the guide roller riding the side of the workpiece. Tilt base (optional accessory) Tilt base (optional chamfering. accessory) is convenient for 2 1 1. Clamping screws 011994 And then mount the base protector on the trimmer base. Offset base (optional accessory) 011993 Place the tool onto the tilt base and close the locking lever at the desired protrusion of the bit.
Install the pulley on the tool by pressing the shaft lock and firmly tightening the pulley with a wrench. 1. Wrench 2. Hex wrench 3. Bit 1 1. Collet nut 2. Collet cone 2 2 1 3 011992 To install the bit, fall the tool with the offset base on its side. Insert the hex wrench into the hole in the offset base. With the hex wrench held in that position, insert the bit into the collet cone on the shaft of the offset base from the opposite side and tighten the collet nut firmly with a wrench.
Mount the trimmer base with four screws and the grip attachment (optional accessory) with two screws on the offset base plate. Screw a bar type grip (optional accessory) onto the grip attachment. 1 1. Screw 2. Knob 1 2 1. Screw 2. Knob type grip 3. Offset base plate 2 011856 To use the bar type grip (optional accessory), loosen the screw and remove the knob type grip.
fasten the stopper pole firmly. Now, your predetermined depth of cut can be obtained by loosening the lock lever and then lowering the tool body until the stopper pole makes contact with the adjusting hex bolt of the stopper block. Always firmly hold the tool by both grip during operation. Set the tool base on the workpiece to be cut without the bit making any contact. Then turn the tool on and wait until the bit attains full speed.
the wing bolts to secure the straight guide in place. When cutting, move the tool with the straight guide flush with the side of the workpiece. 1 1. Bit 2. Base 3. Templet 4. Workpiece 5. Distance (X) 6. Outside diameter of the templet guide 7. Templet guide 7 2 A 3 4 5 6 003695 NOTE: • The workpiece will be cut a slightly different size from the templet. Allow for the distance (X) between the bit and the outside of the templet guide.
For the plunge base (optional accessory) MAINTENANCE • • CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before attempting to perform inspection or maintenance. Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner, alcohol or the like. Discoloration, deformation or cracks may result. Replacing carbon brushes 1 1. Limit mark 2 1. Dust nozzle 2. Thumb screw 1 011853 Use the dust nozzle for dust extraction.
Trimmer bits OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES Straight bit CAUTION: These accessories or attachments are recommended for use with your Makita tool specified in this manual. The use of any other accessories or attachments might present a risk of injury to persons. Only use accessory or attachment for its stated purpose. If you need any assistance for more details regarding these accessories, ask your local Makita Service Center.
Drill point flush trimming bit Chamfering bit 005120 8 6 6E 005126 D 8 6 1/4" A 8 L1 60 L2 20 mm L3 35 6 60 18 28 mm 011930 D A L1 L2 L3 6 23 6 20 46 11 6 50 13 5 6 20 45 49 14 2 60 30 006462 Drill point double flush trimming bit Cove beading bit 005121 005129 8 6 6E D 8 6 1/4" A 8 L1 80 L2 95 L3 20 mm L4 25 6 70 40 12 14 mm D 011931 A L1 L2 6 20 43 8 R 4 6 25 48 13 8 006464 Corner rounding bit Ball bearing flush trimming bit 005125 0
Ball bearing corner rounding bit Ball bearing cove beading bit 005131 005134 mm R D 6 A1 15 A2 8 L1 37 L2 7 L3 3.5 6 21 21 8 8 40 10 3.5 3 6 40 10 3.5 6 1/4" A1 A2 A3 A4 L1 L2 L3 mm R 6 20 18 12 8 40 10 5.5 3 6 26 22 12 8 42 12 5 5 D 006466 006469 Ball bearing chamfering bit Ball bearing roman ogee bit 005132 005135 mm D 6 1/4" 6 A1 A2 L1 L2 26 8 42 12 8 20 45 11 41 60 005133 L1 L2 L3 mm R 12 A3 8 40 10 5.5 4 12 8 42 12 4.
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