492777-00 FS1200RP Router
USING THE ROUTER WITH DUST EXTRACTION
• When using dust extraction, be sure that the vacuum cleaner is out of the way and secure
so that it will not tip over or interfere with the router or workpiece. The vacuum hose and
power cord must also be positioned so that they don't interfere with the router or
workpiece. If the vacuum cleaner or vacuum hose cannot be positioned properly, it should
be removed.
• Turn on vacuum cleaner before router.
• Empty the vacuum cleaner as necessary.
HINTS FOR OPTIMUM USE
When working on outside edges, move the tool counterclockwise (fig. K). When working on
inside edges, move the tool clockwise.
• Use HSS (high speed steel) router bits for softwood.
• Use TCT (tungsten carbide tipped) router bits for hardwood.
• You can use the tool without a guide (fig. L). This is useful for sign writing and creative
work. Only make shallow cuts.
• Refer to the table below for common types of router bits.
ROUTER BITS (FIG. M) (NOT INCLUDED)
• Do not use router bits with a diameter greater than 1-5/8" (41mm). Use of larger than
recommended bits can result in a hazard.
Description
Straight bit (1)
Trimming bit (2)
Rabbiting bit (3)
V-grooving bit (4)
Core box bit (5)
Cove bit (6)
Ogee moulding bit (7)
Rounding over bit (8)
Dovetail bit (9)
Chamfer bit (10)
Troubleshooting
Problem
• Unit will not start.
For assistance with your product, visit our website www.black&decker.com for the
location of the service center nearest you or call the BLACK & DECKER help line at
1-800-544-6986.
MAINTENANCE
Your tool has been designed to operate over a long period of time with a minimum of
maintenance. Continuous satisfactory operation depends upon proper tool care and
regular cleaning.
WARNING:
To prevent personal injury, always disconnect plug from power source
before performing any maintenance. Failure to do so could result in accidental
starting and possible injury.
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Application
Grooves and rabbets
Trimming laminates or hardwood; accurate profiling using a
template
Rabbets on straight or curved workpieces
Grooves, engraving and edge beveling
Fluting, engraving and decorative edge moulding
Decorative edge moulding
Decorative edge moulding
Rounding over edges
Dovetail joints
Chamfer edges
Possible Cause
• Cord not plugged in.
• Circuit fuse is blown.
• Circuit breaker is tripped.
• Cord or switch is damaged.
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Possible
Solution
• Plug in cord.
• Replace circuit
fuse.
• Reset circuit
breaker.
• Have cord or
switch replaced
at Black &Decker
Service Center or
Authorized
Servicer