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into account the working conditions and the
work to be performed. Use of the power tool for
operations different from those intended could result
in a hazardoussituation.
5) Service
a ) Have your power tool serviced by a qualified
repair person using only identical replacement
parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power
tool ismaintained.
Additional Safety Rules for Routers
• Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces
because the cutter may contact its own cord. Cutting
a “live” wire may make exposed metal parts of the power
tool “live” and shock theoperator.
• Use clamps or another practical way to secure and
support the workpiece to a stable platform. Holding
the work by your hand or against the body leaves it
unstable and may lead to loss ofcontrol.
• Metal cutting with router: If using router for metal
cutting, clean out tool often. Metal dust and chips
often accumulate on interior surfaces and could create a
risk of serious injury, electrical shock ordeath.
• Never run the motor unit separate from the base. The
motor is not designed to behandheld.
• Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil and
grease. This will enable better control of thetool.
• Maintain a firm grip with both hands on the tool to
resist starting torque. Maintain a firm grip on the tool
at all times whileoperating.
• USE SHARP CUTTERS. Dull cutters may cause the router
to swerve or stall underpressure.
• Keep hands away from cutting area above and
below the base. Never reach under the workpiece for
any reason. Keep the router base firmly in contact with
the workpiece whencutting.
• Never touch the bit immediately after use. It may be
extremelyhot.
• Be sure that the motor has stopped completely
before you lay the router down. If the bit is still
spinning when the tool is laid down, it could cause injury
ordamage.
• Be sure that the router bit is clear of the workpiece
before starting the motor. If the bit is in contact with
the workpiece when the motor starts, it could make the
router jump, causing damage orinjury.
• Always follow the bit manufacturer’s speed
recommendations as some bit designs require
specific speeds for safety or performance. If you are
unsure of the proper speed or are experiencing any type of
problem, contact the bitmanufacturer.
• Do not use router bits with a diameter in excess of
2–3/8" (60 mm) in thistool.
• Do not hand-hold the router in an upside-down or
horizontal position. The motor can separate from the
base if not properly attached according to theinstructions.
• Before starting the motor, check to see that the cord
will not snag or impede the routingoperation.
• Before starting the motor, clear the work area of all
foreignobjects.
• Keep cutting pressure constant. Do not
overloadmotor.
• Provide clearance under workpiece for bit when
through-cutting.
• Do not press spindle lock button while the motor is
running. Doing so can damage the spindlelock.
• Always make sure the work surface is free from nails
and other foreign objects. Cutting into a nail can cause
the bit and the tool tojump.
Additional Safety Information
WARNING: ALWAYS use safety glasses. Everyday
eyeglasses are NOT safety glasses. Also use face or
dust mask if cutting operation is dusty. ALWAYS WEAR
CERTIFIED SAFETYEQUIPMENT:
• ANSI Z87.1 eye protection (CAN/CSA Z94.3),
• ANSI S12.6 (S3.19) hearing protection,
• NIOSH/OSHA/MSHA respiratoryprotection.
WARNING: Some dust created by power sanding,
sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction
activities contains chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer, birth defects or
other reproductive harm. Some examples of these
chemicalsare:
• lead from lead-based paints,
• crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other
masonry products, and
• arsenic and chromium from chemically-
treatedlumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how
often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to
these chemicals: work in a well ventilated area, and work with
approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are
specially designed to filter out microscopicparticles.
• Avoid prolonged contact with dust from power
sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other
construction activities. Wear protective clothing and
wash exposed areas with soap and water. Allowing
dust to get into your mouth, eyes, or lay on the skin may
promote absorption of harmfulchemicals.
WARNING: Use of this tool can generate and/
or disperse dust, which may cause serious and
permanent respiratory or other injury. Always use
NIOSH/OSHA approved respiratory protection
appropriate for the dust exposure. Direct particles
away from face andbody.
WARNING: Always wear proper personal hearing
protection that conforms to ANSI S12.6 (S3.19)
during use. Under some conditions and duration
of use, noise from this product may contribute to
hearingloss.
