Kobalt K7343 Mode D'emploi page 15

7. Installing the cutter bit
a. Install the 1/4 in. collet, if necessary: If the smaller
collet is necessary to best accommodate the chosen
bit, simply insert the 1/4 in. collet into the 1/2 in. collet/
nut (H) as if it were a bit.
b. Set the motor housing (E) upside down on its top cap,
with the collet pointing up.
c. Press the spindle-lock button (G) to engage and lock
the spindle shaft and collet/nut.
d. Place the open-end wrench on the collet/nut, turn
the collet/nut counter clockwise with the wrench, and
loosen the collet slightly so that it can accept the
cutter bit shank.
e. Insert the cutter bit shank into the collet/nut so that
the cutting surfaces are approximately 1/8
away from the face of the collet/nut.
f. With the cutter bit inserted and the spindle-lock button
pressed in to engage the shaft, place the wrench on
the collet/nut and turn it clockwise until the collet is
firmly tightened around the cutter bit.
WARNING: Tighten the collet/nut securely to prevent
the cutter bit from slipping. If the collet/nut is not tightened
securely, the cutter bit may detach during use, causing
serious personal injury.
NOTICE: To prevent damage to tool, do not tighten the
collet without a cutter bit installed.
NOTICE: To ensure proper gripping of the cutter bit
shank and minimize run-out, the shank of the cutter bit
must be inserted at least 5/8
8. Installing the router motor in the base
a. With the back of the fixed base (D) facing the
operator, loosen the motor clamp (P). Press the
coarse-adjustment knob (O) to disengage the gears.
Aligning the motor housing key strip (N) with the key
strip slot in the fixed base. Slide the motor housing (E)
down into the fixed base.
b. The motor housing will slide up or down when the
coarse-adjustment knob is pressed in, permitting
coarse adjustments.
c. After all adjustments are made, tighten the motor
clamp securely.
WARNING: Bits, sockets, and tools get hot during
operation. Wear gloves when touching them.
WARNING: ALWAYS remove cutter bits from the
collet when the router is not being used. Leaving bits
installed could result in an accident causing serious personal injury.
to 1/4
in.
(16 mm) into the collet.
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