General Inspection - Silverline 329863 Manual Del Usuario

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Making a Cut
Note: NEVER operate the router freehand without some form of guide. Guidance can be provided
by a bearing guided router bit cutter (Guide Bearing (30), guide bush (Fig. IV), parallel guide (Fig. I),
circle guide (Fig. II) or a straight or curved edge (Fig. III).
1. ALWAYS hold the router using both hands, on the handles provided. Ensure the workpiece does
not move. Use clamps wherever possible
2. Allow the motor to reach the full operating speed to which it has been set
3. Lower the router bit cutter into the workpiece whilst moving the router slowly, keeping the base
plate held flat against the workpiece
4. If edge cutting, the cutting of the workpiece should be on the left side relative to the cutting
direction (Fig. I and V). Maintain constant pressure and allow the cutter to work steadily through
the material. Be aware that knots and other variations will slow the rate of progress
Note: To avoid 'bit chatter', direct the cut anti-clockwise for external cuts, and clockwise for internal
cuts.
Note: Moving the router too fast can result in a poor quality finish and overloading of the motor.
Moving the router too slowly can result in overheating the workpiece.
Note: Normal operation of a router is to plunge the head after the router has been switched ON.
Base Plate
• The router features a combined flat-sided and round base plate. This allows the round edge to
follow contours easily but also gives an easy straight edge which may be useful for some straight
cuts (when the Parallel Guide (16) cannot be used), using with guide bushes and also where the
edge of the Base Plate needs to be closer to the router bit cutter, e.g. for use with dovetail
jigs, etc.
• Always remember which edge of the base plate you are working with as the distance is different
to the router bit cutter
IMPORTANT: If the router bit cutter impacts hard material such as metal the router bit will be
destroyed and the router itself may be damaged
Accessories
• A wide range of accessories for this tool, including a large selection of router bits, personal
protective equipment (PPE) and other accessories is available from your Silverline stockist. Spare
parts, including carbon brushes, guide bushes and collets are available from your Silverline
stockist or www.toolsparesonline.com
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Maintenance
WARNING: ALWAYS disconnect from the power supply before carrying out any inspection,
maintenance or cleaning.

General Inspection

• Regularly check that all the fixing screws are tight
• Inspect the supply cord of the tool, prior to each use, for damage or wear. Repairs should be
carried out by an authorised SILVERLINE service centre. This advice also applies to extension cords
used with this tool
Cleaning
• Keep your tool clean at all times. Dirt and dust will cause internal parts to wear quickly, and
shorten the machine's service life. Clean the body of your machine with a soft brush, or dry cloth.
If available, use clean, dry, compressed air to blow through the ventilation holes
• Clean the tool casing with a soft damp cloth using a mild detergent. Do not use alcohol, petrol or
strong cleaning agents
• Never use caustic agents to clean plastic parts
Lubrication
• All the bearings in this tool are lubricated with a sufficient amount of high-grade lubricant for the
life of the unit under normal conditions. Therefore, no further lubrication is required.
Brushes
• Over time the carbon brushes inside the motor may become worn
• Excessively worn brushes may cause loss of power, intermittent failure, or visible sparking
• To replace the brushes:
1. Place the router upright on a secure, flat surface then plunge and lock the router at the
lowest height
2. Remove the 2 screws next to the Motor Vents (4) and remove the motor cover
3. Use a small hooked tool in the opening for the wire contact terminal (on the right side of
image E) to pull out the carbon brush holder. If necessary, remove the wire contact terminal by
turning 90°, as shown by the curved arrow, and remove from the slot. This will give more space to
insert a hooked end enabling you to pull out the brush holder. It is under reasonable spring
tension and can be difficult to remove
4. To remove the carbon brush carefully, angle so the solid end of the carbon brush groove passes
the securing pin of the brush holding frame (both arrowed in image E)
• If necessary, refit the wire contact terminal by inserting at an angle before turning it so it
becomes flat with the end of the carbon brush holder. Replace the carbon brush by angling
slightly and pushing past the securing pin
• Carefully refit the carbon brush and holder into the slot recess so it matches the other side
• Alternatively, have the machine serviced at an authorised service centre
Note: Always replace carbon brushes in pairs and once fitted the brushes may take a short time
to bed in.