Makita 3601B User manual

Router
112” MODEL 36016
Collet chuck
capacity
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
NO load speed
(RPM) Overall length Net weight
DOUBLE
IUSUL ATfOU
112”
SPECIFICATIONS
23,000 190 mm 17-1/2”) 3.5 kg (7.7 Ibs)

IMPORTANT
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
(For All Tools)
WARNING:
WHEN USING ELECTRICTOOLS, BASICSAFETY
PRECAUTIONSSHOULD ALWAYS BE FOLLOWEDTO REDUCE
THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, AND PERSONAL
INJURY, INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
1. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches invite injuries.
2. CONSIDER WORK AREA ENVIRONMENT. Don't use power tools in damp
or wet locations. Keep work area well
lit. Don't expose power tools to rain.
Don't use tool
in presence of flammable liquids or gases.
3. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors should be kept away from work area.
Don't let visitors contact tool or extension cord.
4. STORE IDLETOOLS. Whennot inuse, tools should be stored indry, and high
or locked-up place
- out of reach of children.
5. DON'T FORCETOOL. It will do thejob better and safer at the ratefor which
it was intended.
6. USE RIGHT TOOL. Don't force small tool or attachment to do the job of a
heavy-dutytool. Don't use tool for purpose not intended; for example, don't
use circular saw for cutting tree limbs or logs.
7. DRESS PROPERLY. Don't wear loose clothing orjewelry. They can be caught
in moving parts. Rubber gloves and non-skid footwear are recommended
when working outdoors. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
8. USE SAFETY GLASSES. Also use face or dust mask if cutting operation is
dusty.
9. DON'T ABUSE CORD. Never carry tool by cord or yank it todisconnect from
receptacle. Keep cord from heat, oil, and sharp edges.
IO. SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work. It's safer than using
your hand and
it frees both hands to operate tool.
11. DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
12. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and clean for better and
safer performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing acces-
sories. Inspect tool cords periodicallyand
if damaged, have repairedby autho-
rized service facility. Inspect extension cords periodically and replace
if
damaged. Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.
13. DISCONNECT TOOLS. When not inuse, before servicing, and when chang-
ing accessories, such as blades, bits, cutters.
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14. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form habit of checking to
see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removedfromtool before turning
it on.
15. AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING.Don’t carrytool with finger onswitch.
Be sure switch is OFF when plugging
in.
16. EXTENSION CORDS. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition.
When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry
the current your product
will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop
in line voltage resultinginlossof powerand overheating. Table 1 shows the
correct size touse dependingoncordlength and nameplateampere rating.
If
in doubt, use the next heavier gage. The smaller the gage number, the
heavier the cord.
Ampere Rating
More Not More
Than Than
TABLE 1 MINIMUM GAGE FOR CORD SETS
Total Length of Cord in Feet
0 - 25 26 - 50 51 - 100 101 - 150
AWG
0- 6
6 - 10
10
- 12
12 - 16
18 16 14
16 16 14 12
14 12 Not Recommended
18 16 ;: 1 12
17. OUTDOOR USE EXTENSIONCORDS. Whentool isusedoutdoors, use only
extension cords intended for use outdoors and
so marked.
18. STAY ALERT. Watch what you are doing, use common sense. Don’t operate
tool when you are tired.
19. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the tool, a guard or other
part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that
it will
operate properlyand perform its intendedfunction. Checkfor alignment of
movingparts, bindingof movingparts, breakage of parts, mounting, andany
other conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that
is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized serv-
ice center unless otherwise indicated elsewhere
in this instruction manual.
Have defective switches replaced by authorized service center. Don’t use
tool if switch does not turn
it on and off.
20. GUARD AGAINST ELECTRIC SHOCK. Prevent body contact with grounded
surfaces. For example; pipes, radiators, ranges, refrigerator enclosures.
21 . REPLACEMENTPARTS. Whenservicing, use only identical replacement parts.
22. POLARIZED PLUGS. To reduce the risk of electric shock, this equipment has
a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). This plug
will fit in a
polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully
in the outlet,
reversethe
plug. If it still does notfit, contact a qualified electriciantoinstall
the proper outlet. Do not change the plug in any way.
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VOLTAGE WARNING: Beforeconnectingthe tooltoa power source (receptacle,
outlet, etc.) be sure the voltage supplied is the same as that specified on the
nameplate of the tool. A power source
with voltage greater than that specified
for the tool can result
in SERIOUS INJURY tothe user - as well as damage to
the tool. If
in doubt, DO NOT PLUG IN THE TOOL. Using a power source with
voltage less than the nameplate rating is harmful to the motor.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES
1. Handle the bits very carefully.
2. Check the bit carefully for cracks or damage before operation. Replace
3. Avoid cuttingnails. Inspect for and remove all nails from the workpiece be-
4. Hold the tool firmly with both hands.
5. Keep hands away from rotating parts.
6. Makesure the bit is not contacting the workpiece beforethe switchisturned
on.
7. Before using the tool on an actual workpiece, let it run for a while. Watch
for vibration or wobbling that could indicate improperly installed bit.
8. Be careful of the bit rotating direction and the feed direction.
9. Do not leave the tool running. Operate the tool only when hand-held.
cracked or damaged bit immediately.
fore operation.
IO. Always switch off and wait for the bit to come to a complete stop before
11. Do not touch the bit immediately after operation; it may be extremely hot
removing the tool from workpiece.
and could burn your skin.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
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Installing or removingrouter bit
CAUTION
:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before installingor removing
the bit.
Insert the bit all the way into the collet
chuck and withdraw
it very slightly (ap-
prox.
2 mm; 1/16"). Then tighten the collet
chuck securely with the two wrenches.
When using smaller shank bits, first insert
the appropriate collet
sleeve intothe collet
chuck, then install the bit
as mentioned
above.
To remove the bit, follow the installation
procedure inreverse.
CAUTION
:
Do not tighten the collet chuck without inserting a bitor install smaller shank bits with-
out using
a collet sleeve. Eithercan lead to breakage of the collet chuck.
Adjusting depth
of cut
Place the tool on
a flat surface. Turn the
scale ring until
it makes contact with the
base. Loosen the knob. Turn the
scale ring
until the bit just touches the flat surface.
Tighten the knob. Place the tool on
its side
and turn the
scale ring counterclockwise
(when viewing the tool from the top) until
the desired depth of cut
is obtained. One
full turn of the scale ring
is equal to 5 mm
(about
3/16") change in depth setting.
Loosen the knob and move the tool base
until
it makes contact with the scale ring.
Then tighten the knobsecurely.
CAUTION
:
Since excessive cutting may cause overload of the motor or difficulty in controlling the
tool, the depth of cut should not be more than
15 mm (5/8") at a pass when cutting
grooves. When
you
wish to cut grooves more than 15 mm (5/8") deep, make several
passes with progressively deeper bitsettings.
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Switch action I
To start the tool, simply pull the trigger.
Release the trigger tostop. For continuous
operation, pull the trigger and then push in
the lock button. To stop the tool from the
locked position, pull the trigger fully, then
release it.
CAUTION :
Before plugging in the tool, always check
to
see that the trigger switch actuates pro-
perly and returns to the "OFF" position
when released.
Operation
oset the tool base on the workpiece tobe cut withoutthe bitmaking any contact. Then
turn the tool on and wait until the bit attains full speed. Move the tool forward over
the workpiece surface, keeping the tool base flush and advancing smoothly until the
cutting
is complete.
When doing edge cutting, the workpiece surface should be on the left side of the bit in
the feed direction.
(See the figure below)
Feed direction
/ / '/ //Bit revolving direction
(View from the top
of the tool)
// ///////,//I/, //
Correct bit feed direction
NOTE :
0 Moving the tool forward too fast may cause a poor quality of cut, or damage to the bit
or motor. Moving the tool forward too slowly may burn and mar the cut. The proper
feed rate will depend on the bit
size, the kind of workpiece.and depth of cut. Before
beginning the cut on the actual workpiece,
it is advisable to make a sample cut on a
pieceof scrap lumber.This will show exactly howthe cut will look as well as enableyou
to check dimensions.
*When using the straight guide or the trimmer guide, be sure to install
it on the right side
inthe feed direction. This will helpto keep
it flush with the side of the workpiece.
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Straight guide (Optional accessory)
The straight guide is effectively used for
straight cuts when chamfering or grooving.
To install the straight guide, insert the
guide bar into the hole in the tool base
until the notch inthe guide bar reachesjust
under the wing bolt
(B). Then tighten the
wing bolt
(B). Loosen the wing bolt (A)
and adjust the distance betweenthe bit and
the straight guide. Then tighten the wing
bolt
(A) to secure the straight guide in
place.
Straight guide Guide bar
When cutting, move the tool with the straight guide flush with the side of the workpiece.
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Trimmer guide (Optional accessory)
Trimming, curved cuts in veneers for fur-
niture and the like can be done easily with
the trimmer guide. The guide roller rides
the curve and assures afine cut.
Install the trimmer guide on the
tool base
with the wing bolts
(B). Loosen the wing
bolt (A) and adjust the distance between
the bit and the trimmer guide by turning
the fine adjusting screw
(1.5 mm or about
1/16" per turn). At the desired distance,
tighten the wing bolt (A)
to secure the
trimmer guide in place. When adjustingthe
guide roller up or down, loosen the wing
bolt
(C). After adjusting it, tighten the
wing bolt
(C) securely.
When cutting, move the tool with the guide
roller riding the side of the workpiece.
Wing bolt
Fine
adjusting
screw
__
der
-
Wing bolt (AI
Wing bolt (CI
roller
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Templet guide (Optionalaccessory)
The templet guide provides
a sleevethrough
which the bit passes, allowing use
of the
router with templet patterns.
Screw the templet guide on the base plate.
Secure the templet
to the workpiece. Place
the tool on the templet and movethe tool
with the templet guide sliding along the
side
of the templet
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MA1NTENANCE
CAUTION :
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unpluggedbefore attempting to perform
inspectionor maintenance.
Replacingcarbon brushes
Remove and check the carbon brushes
regularly. Replace when they wear down
to the limit mark. Keep the carbon brushes
clean and free to slip in the holders. Both
carbon brushes should be replaced
at the
same time. Use only identical carbon
brushes.
Use
a screwdriverto removethe rear cover.
Use
a screwdriver to remove the brush
holder caps. Take out the worn carbon
brushes, insert the new ones and secure the
brush holder caps.
Then install the rear cover with the screws.
I LLimit mark
CAUTION:
Do notturn the tool on without the rear cover installed in place.
To maintain product SAFETY and RELlABlLITY, repairs, any other maintenanace or
adjustment should be performed by Makita Authorized or Factory Service Centers,
always using Makita replacement parts.