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Disconnect the plug from the power source
before making any adjustments, changing
accessories, or storing the tool. Such
preventive safety measures reduce the risk of
starting the tool accidentally.
Store idle tools out of reach of children and
other untrained persons. Tools are
dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
Maintain tools with care. Keep cutting tools
sharp and clean. Properly maintained tools,
with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind
and are easier to control. Any alteration or
modification is a misuse and may result in a
dangerous condition.
Check for misalignment or binding of
moving parts, breakage of parts, and any
other condition that may affect tool
operation. If damaged, have the tool
serviced before using. Many accidents are
caused by poorly maintained tools. Develop a
periodic maintenance schedule for your tool.
Read and understand the tool manual and
these instructions for the use of this table
with your router. Failure to follow all
instructions listed below may result in serious
personal injury.
Position the tool with the switch in "easy"
reach so you are not blindly searching for
it. Power tool switches and controls need to be
within your zone in emergency situations.
Fully assemble and tighten all the fasteners
required for this table and mounting the
tool. Do not use the router table until all
assembly and installation steps have been
completed. Also remember to occasionally
check the table clamps and tool to make sure it
is still tight. A loose table is unstable and may
shift in use and cause serious injury.
Make certain the tool is not plugged into a
wall outlet when installing into the table,
making adjustments or changing bits.
Accidental start-up of the tool can cause injury.
Before operating make sure the entire unit
is placed on a solid, flat, level surface.
Serious injury could occur if tool is unstable
and tips.
Be certain tool is fully and securely clamped
in the collar, periodically check the base
fastener or clamping tightness. Adjustment
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Safety Rules for Router/Shaper Tables
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Use
only
accessories
recommended by the manufacturer for
your model. Accessories that may be suitable
for one tool may become hazardous when
used on another tool.
Service
Tool service must be performed only by
qualified repair personnel. Service or
maintenance performed by unqualified
personnel could result in a risk of injury. For
example: internal wires may be misplaced or
pinched, safety guard return springs may be
improperly mounted.
When servicing a tool, use only identical
replacement parts. Follow instructions in
the Maintenance section of this manual.
Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow
Maintenance Instructions may create a risk of
electric shock or injury. Certain cleaning
agents such as gasoline, carbon tetrachloride,
ammonia, etc. may damage plastic parts.
devices must be securely tightened. Tighten
as necessary as the motor can loosen from the
base due to vibration and may drop or fall
unexpectedly when positioned upside down in a
table.
After changing the bits or making any
adjustments, make sure the collet nut and
any other adjustment devices are securely
tightened. Loose adjustment devices can
unexpectedly shift, causing loss of control, and
loose rotating components will be violently
thrown.
Do not use the router table without the
overhead guard. The guard will aid in keeping
your hands away from the spinning blade in
case of unintended contact with bit.
Never place your fingers under the guard
or near the spinning bit. Never hold the
workpiece on the out-feed side of bit.
Pressing the workpiece against the out-feed
side of the fence may cause material binding
and possible kickback pulling your hand back
into the bit.
Router bits are intended for wood, wood
products and plastic only. Not for cutting or
shaping metals. Be sure the workpiece
does not contain nails, etc. before routing.
Cutting a nail or the like will cause the carbides
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