General Routing Operations With The Router - Kobalt 0857432 Manual De Instrucciones

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR ROUTER
11. Chip Guard
WARNING
• The chip guard helps to keep dust and chips
away from the operator. It will not stop objects
larger than woodchips that are thrown from the
bit. The chip guard is not intended as a safety
guard. ALWAYS wear eye protection.
• ALWAYS have the chip guard in place on the
base when operating the router.
To remove the chip guard (I) from the fixed base
(E), press inward on its tabs until the chip guard
releases from the fixed base, then remove it.
To attach the chip guard, place it back in position and flex the sides while pushing it in until it
snaps back into place.

GENERAL ROUTING OPERATIONS WITH THE ROUTER

WARNING
• Before operating the router, follow all safety instructions in this manual. Failure to do so
could result in serious personal injury.
• Always be alert and pay attention to the operation. Never operate the router while fatigued.
NOTICE: Making test cuts is essential with most routing applications. A test cut yields
information about the best set-up, the router speed, and cutting depth and how the cutter
bit reacts to the workpiece. Much of routing is a trial-and-error process of making various
adjustments, followed by test cuts, while learning all of the router's operational abilities. To
avoid ruining good material, make the test cuts on scrap material.
For ease of operation, and to maintain proper control, the router has two handles, located on
either side of the router base. When operating the router, always hold it firmly with both hands.
12. Edge Routing
a. With the cutting depth set, place the router on
the edge of the workpiece, making sure that the
cutter does not contact the workpiece.
b. Have an edge guide (board or metal
straightedge) clamped in place to help guide
the router's base when making an edge cut.
c. Turn the router ON and let the motor attain full
speed.
d. To begin the cut, gradually feed the cutter bit
into the edge of the workpiece.
e. When the cut is complete, turn the motor "OFF"
and allow the cutter bit to come to a complete
stop before removing it from the workpiece.
f. Unplug the router from the power source, place
the router on the worktable, and inspect the finished cut.
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Tabs
Edge guide