Skil 1817 Assembly instructions

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1817
1827
1830
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Work area safety
Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered
or dark areas invite accidents.
Do not operate power tools in explosive
atmospheres, such as in the presence of
flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power
tools create sparks which may ignite the dust
or fumes.
Keep children and bystanders away while
operating a power tool. Distractions can
cause you to lose control.
Electrical safety
Power tool plugs must match the outlet.
Never modify the plug in any way. Do not
use any adapter plugs with earthed
(grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs
and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric
shock.
Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded
surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges
and refrigerators. There is an increased risk
of electric shock if your body is earthed or
grounded.
Do not expose power tools to rain or wet
conditions. Water entering a power tool will
increase the risk of electric shock.
Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord
for carrying, pulling or unplugging the power
tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp
edges or moving parts. Damaged or entangled
cords increase the risk of electric shock.
When operating a power tool outdoors,
use an extension cord suitable for outdoor
use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use
reduces the risk of electric shock.
If operating the power tool in damp locations
is unavoidable, use a Ground Fault Circuit
Interrupter (GFCI) protected supply. Use of
an GFCI reduces the risk of electric shock.
Personal safety
Stay alert, watch what you are doing and
use common sense when operating a
power tool. Do not use a power tool while
you are tired or under the influence of drugs,
alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention
while operating power tools may result in
serious personal injury.
Use personal protective equipment. Always
wear eye protection. Protective equipment
such as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard
hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate
conditions will reduce personal injuries.
Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the
switch is in the off-position before
connecting to power source and / or battery
pack, picking up or carrying the tool.
Carrying power tools with your finger on the
switch or energizing power tools that have the
switch on invites accidents.
emove any adjusting key or wrench before
turning the power tool on. A wrench or a
key left attached to a rotating part of the
power tool may result in personal injury.
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times. This enables better
control of the power tool in unexpected
situations.
Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing
or jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing and
gloves away from moving parts. Loose
clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught in
moving parts.
If devices are provided for the connection
of dust extraction and collection facilities,
ensure these are connected and properly
used. Use of dust collection can reduce dust-
related hazards.
Power tool use and care
Do not force the power tool. Use the
correct power tool for your application. The
correct power tool will do the job better and
safer at the rate for which it was designed.
Do not use the power tool if the switch does
not turn it on and off. Any power tool that
cannot be controlled with the switch is
dangerous and must be repaired.
ead all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the
warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
SAVE ALL WA NINGS AND INST UCTIONS FO FUTU E EFE ENCE
The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or
battery-operated (cordless) power tool.
!
WARNING
General Power Tool Safety Warnings
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Disconnect the plug from the power source
and/or the battery pack from the power tool
before making any adjustments, changing
accessories, or storing power tools. Such
preventive safety measures reduce the risk of
starting the power tool accidentally.
Store idle power tools out of the reach of
children and do not allow persons unfamiliar
with the power tool or these instructions to
operate the power tool. Power tools are
dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment
or binding of moving parts, breakage of
parts and any other condition that may
affect the power tool’s operation. If damaged,
have the power tool repaired before use.
Many accidents are caused by poorly
maintained power tools.
Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting
edges are less likely to bind and are easier to
control.
Use the power tool, accessories and tool
bits etc. in accordance with these instructions,
taking 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 hazardous situation.
Service
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 is maintained.
Safety ules for outers
Hold power tool by insulated gripping
surfaces when performing an operation
where the cutting tool may contact hidden
wiring or its own cord. Contact with a "live"
wire will make exposed metal parts of the
tool "live" and shock the operator.
Use clamps or another practical way to
secure and support the workpiece to a
stable platform. olding the work by hand or
against your body leaves it unstable and may
lead to loss of control.
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 to jump and damage the bit.
Never hold the workpiece in one hand and
the tool in the other hand when in use.
Never place hands near or below cutting
surface. Clamping the material and guiding
the tool with both hands is safer.
Never lay workpiece on top of hard
surfaces, like concrete, stone, etc...
Protruding cutting bit may cause tool to jump.
Always wear safety goggles and dust
mask. Use only in well ventilated area.
Using personal safety devices and working in
safe environment reduces risk of injury.
After changing the bits or making any
adjustments, make sure the collet nut and
any other adjustment devices are
securely tightened. Loose adjustment
device can unexpectedly shift, causing loss
of control, loose rotating components will be
violently thrown.
Never start the tool when the bit is
engaged in the material. The bit cutting
edge may grab the material causing loss of
control of the cutter.
Always hold the tool with two hands
during start-up. The reaction torque of the
motor can cause the tool to twist.
The direction of feeding the bit into the
material is very important and it relates to
the direction of bit rotation. When viewing
the tool from the top, the bit rotates
clockwise. Feed direction of cutting must
be counter-clockwise. NOTE: inside and
outside cuts will require different feed
direction, refer to section on feeding the
router. Feeding the tool in the wrong
direction, causes the cutting edge of the bit
to climb out of the work and pull the tool in
the direction of this feed.
Never use dull or damaged bits. Sharp
bits must be handled with care. Damaged
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Additional Safety Warnings
bits can snap during use. Dull bits require
more force to push the tool, possibly causing
the bit to break.
Never touch the bit during or immediately
after the use. After use the bit is too hot to
be touched by bare hands.
Never lay the tool down until the motor
has come to a complete standstill. The
spinning bit can grab the surface and pull the
tool out of your control.
Never use bits that have a cutting
diameter greater than the opening in the
base.
GFCI and personal protection devices like
electrician’s rubber gloves and footwear will
further enhance your personal safety.
Do not use AC only rated tools with a DC
power supply. While the tool may appear to
work, the electrical components of the AC
rated tool are likely to fail and create a hazard
to the operator.
Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil
and grease. Slippery hands cannot safely
control the power tool.
Develop a periodic maintenance schedule
for your tool. When cleaning a tool be
careful not to disassemble any portion of
the tool since internal wires may be
misplaced or pinched or safety guard return
springs may be improperly mounted.
Certain cleaning agents such as gasoline,
carbon tetrachloride, ammonia, etc. may
damage plastic parts.
Risk of injury to user. The power cord must only
be serviced by a Skil Factory Service Center or
Autho rized Skil Service Station.
Some dust created by power
sanding, sawing, grinding,
drilling, and other construction activities
contains chemicals known to cause cancer,
birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Some examples of these chemicals are:
• Lead from lead-based paints,
• Crystalline silica from bricks and cement and
other masonry products, and
• Arsenic and chromium from chemically-
treated lumber.
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 microscopic particles.
!
WARNING
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IMPO TANT: Some of the following symbols may be used on your tool. Please study them
and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the
tool better and safer.
Symbol Name Designation/Explanation
V Volts Voltage (potential)
A Amperes Current
z ertz Frequency (cycles per second)
W Watt Power
kg Kilograms Weight
min Minutes Time
s Seconds Time
Diameter Size of drill bits, grinding wheels, etc.
n0No load speed Rotational speed, at no load
n Rated speed Maximum attainable speed
.../min Revolutions or reciprocation Revolutions, strokes, surface speed,
per minute orbits etc. per minute
0 Off position Zero speed, zero torque...
1, 2, 3, ... Selector settings Speed, torque or position settings.
I, II, III, igher number means greater speed
Infinitely variable selector with off Speed is increasing from 0 setting
Arrow Action in the direction of arrow
Alternating current Type or a characteristic of current
Direct current Type or a characteristic of current
Alternating or direct current Type or a characteristic of current
Class II construction Designates Double Insulated
Construction tools.
Earthing terminal Grounding terminal
Warning symbol Alerts user to warning messages
Li-ion RBRC seal Designates Li-ion battery recycling
program
Ni-Cad RBRC seal Designates Ni-Cad battery recycling
program
Read manual symbol Alerts user to read manual
Wear eye protection symbol Alerts user to wear eye protection
Symbols
0
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Conforms to
UL Standard 60745-1
UL Standard 60745-2-17
Certified to
CAN/CSA Standard C22.2 No. 60745-1
CAN/CSA Standard C22.2 No. 60745-2-17
This symbol designates that this tool is listed by Underwriters Laboratories.
This symbol designates that this tool is listed by the Canadian Standards
Association.
This symbol designates that this tool is listed by the Canadian Standards
Association, to United States and Canadian Standards.
This symbol designates that this tool complies to NOM Mexican Standards.
This symbol designates that this tool is listed by the Intertek Testing
Services, to United States and Canadian Standards.
Symbols (continued)
IMPO TANT: Some of the following symbols may be used on your tool. Please study them
and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the
tool better and safer.
This symbol designates that this tool is recognized by Underwriters Laboratories.
This symbol designates that this tool is listed by Underwriters Laboratories,
to United States and Canadian Standards.
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Functional Description and Specifications
Disconnect the plug from the power source before making any
assembly, adjustments or changing accessories. Such preventive safety
measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally.
!
WARNING
Fix Base outer
FIG. 1
FIG. 2
HANDLE
FINE
ADJUSTMENT
NOB
CHIP DEFLECTOR
BIT ROTATION ARROW
2-POSITION
SLIDE "ON/OFF"
SWITCH
VENTILATION
OPENINGS
BASE CLAMP
LEVER
SUB-BASE
BASE (TYPE A)
BASE RELEASE
BUTTON
BASE CLAMP
TENSION
ADJUSTMENT
SCREW
COLLET LOC
INDICATOR RING
HANDLE
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Model number 1817 1827 1830
Voltage rating 120V 60 z 120V 60 z 120V 60 z
Amperage rating 9.5A 10A 10A
No load speed n0 25,000/min n0 10,500-25,000/min n0 10,500-25,000/min
Collet capacities 1/4", 1/2" 1/4", 1/2" 1/4", 1/2"
On models 1817, 1827 & 1830 router motor unit must be used with either
fixed base type A, or plunge base Type B.
1
1
/
2
1
1
/
2
0
FIG. 3
FIG. 4
PLUNGE LOC
LEVER
HANDLE
CHIP DEFLECTOR
BIT ROTATION ARROW
FINE
ADJUSTMENT
NOB
VENTILATION
OPENINGS
BASE CLAMP
LEVER
SUB-BASE
DEPTH SCALE
DEPTH STOP TURRET
DEPTH ROD NOB
DEPTH ROD
DEPTH INDICATOR
VARIABLE SPEED DIAL
(Model 1827 & 1830 only)
HANDLE
INDICATOR RING
2-POSITION
SLIDE "ON/OFF"
SWITCH
COLLET LOC
Plunge Base outer
BASE (TYPE B)
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Assembly
A wide assortment of router bits with different
profiles is available separately.
To prevent personal injury,
always remove the plug
from power source before removing or
installing bits or accessories.
INSTALLING A OUTE BIT
Place router upside down with the top of the
router resting on the bench. Another option is
to remove the motor from the base before
installing the bit.
1. Remove the chip shield.
2. Press collet lock to stop rotation of armature
shaft. NOTE: it may be necessary to rotate
collet chuck assembly to engage collet lock
(Fig. 5).
3. Next, use the collet wrench to loosen the
collet nut in counter-clockwise direction
(viewed from under the router).
4. Insert the shank of the router bit into the
collet chuck assembly as far as it will go,
then back the shank out until the cutters are
approximately 1/8" to 1/4" away from the
collet nut face.
5. With the router bit inserted and the collet
lock holding the armature shaft, use the
collet wrench to firmly tighten the collet nut
in a clockwise direction (viewed from under
the router). To ensure proper gripping of the
router bit, the shank of the router bit must be
inserted at least 5/8" into collet.
When the templet guide
has been removed from
base, do not use router bits greater than 2"
in diameter as they will not fit through the
sub-base.
To prevent damage to tool,
do not tighten collet nut
without a bit.
NOTE: The router bit shank and collet chuck
should be clean and free of dust, wood,
residue and grease before assembling.
EMOVING THE OUTE BIT
1. Press collet lock to stop rotation of armature
shaft and turn the collet chuck assembly in a
counter-clockwise direction.
2. Once the collet chuck assembly is loosened
continue to turn the collet chuck assembly
until it pulls the collet free from its taper, and
the router bit can be removed.
NOTE: The collet chuck is self-extracting; it is
NOT necessary to strike the collet chuck to
free the router bit.
!
WARNING
!
CAUTION
!
WARNING
FIG. 5
1/4" BIT
COLLET LOC
SHAN
WRENCH
BASE
COLLET
COLLET NUT
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EMOVING MOTO F OM BASE
To remove motor from fixed base:
1. old router in vertical position.
2. Open base clamp lever.
3. Push base release button in direction of
arrow and pull motor unit upwards from
base. Just before the motor is completely
out of the base, it will stop moving.
4. Depress the collet lock to fully disengage the
motor unit from the base (Fig. 7).
To remove motor from plunge base:
1. old router in vertical position.
2. Open base clamp lever, and pull motor unit
upwards from base. Just before the motor is
completely out of the base, it will stop
moving.
3. Depress the collet lock to fully disengage the
motor unit from the base (Fig. 8).
INSTALLING MOTO INTO BASE
To install motor into fixed base:
1. Release the base clamp lever.
2. Depress collet lock on motor unit.
3. Align the fine adjust rack with the fine adjust
knob.
4. Depress base release button and slide
motor unit until the top of fine adjust rack is
level with the top of base.
5. Lock the base clamp lever.
To install motor into plunge base:
1. Release the base clamp lever.
2. Depress collet lock on motor unit.
3. Align the fine adjust rack with the slot on the
back of the plunge base.
4. Slide motor unit into base until fully seated.
5. Lock the base clamp lever.
BASE CLAMP
LEVER
COLLET CHUCK CA E
All router models are designed to accept 1/2"
and 1/4" shank bits. 1/4" shank bits require a
1/4" adapter sleeve. With the router bit
removed, continue to turn the collet nut counter-
clockwise until it is loose. To assure a firm grip,
occasionally blow out the collet chuck and clean
with a tissue or fine brush. The collet chuck
assembly is made up of two component parts
as illustrated (Fig. 6); check to see that the
adapter sleeve, if needed, is properly seated in
the collet nut and lightly thread the collet nut
back onto the 1/2" collet chuck. Replace a worn
or damaged collet chuck assembly immediately.
1/2" COLLET
CHUC
COLLET
NUT
FIG. 6
COLLET CHUC ASSEMBLY
1/4" ADAPTER
SLEEVE
BASE RELEASE
BUTTON
MOTOR
UNIT
FIXED
BASE
BASE
CLAMP
LEVER
FIG. 7
FIG. 8
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FINE ADJUST
RAC
FINE ADJUST
RAC
MOTOR
UNIT
COLLET
LOC
PLUNGE
BASE
COLLET
LOC
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Skil routers are designed for speed, accuracy
and con venience in performing cabinet work,
routing, fluting, beading, cove-cutting, dove
tails, etc. They will enable you to accomplish
inlay work, decorative edges and many types
of special carving.
DEPTH ADJUSTMENT WITH FIXED BASE
FINE ADJUSTMENT KNOB
The fine adjustment knob allows precise bit
height adjustments on your router.
To use the fine adjustment feature, release the
base clamp lever, and turn the knob clockwise
to lower, or counterclockwise to raise the bit
(Fig. 2).
(Note that one full turn of the knob will raise or
lower the bit approximately 1/16" of an inch.)
After making depth adjustments, re-clamp the
motor.
NOTE: All depth adjustments must be made
with the base clamp lever released.
DEEP CUTS
For deeper cuts, make several progressively
deeper cuts by starting at one depth and then
make several subsequent passes, increasing
the cutting depth with each pass.
To be certain that your depth settings are as
desired, you may want to make test cuts in
scrap material before beginning work.
Operating Instructions
CHIP DEFLECTO
Always wear eye protection.
The chip deflector is not
intended as a safety guard.
The chip deflectors help keep dust and chips
out of your face, it will not stop objects larger
than dust thrown from the bit.
To remove chip shield from the fixed base,
press inward on deflector tabs until it releases
from base and remove. To attach, place
deflector into position as shown in (Fig. 10).
Then press inward of deflector tabs while
pushing until it snaps into place.
To remove chip shield from the plunge base,
press inward on either side of the deflector until
it releases from base and remove. To attach,
place deflector into position as shown in
(Fig. 10a). Then press inward of deflector either
side while pushing until it snaps into place.
INSTALLING
TEMPLATE GUIDE ADAPTE
(Not included, available as accessory)
Place template guide adapter over the holes
in the center of the sub-base, align the two
threaded holes in the bottom of adapter with
the countersunk holes in sub-base. Fasten
adapter with the screws provided (Fig. 9).
To ensure proper alignment of the template
guide to the armature shaft, a centering cone
(optional accessory) should be used.
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TEMPLATE
GUIDE
ADAPTER
MOUNTING
SCREWS
ROUTER
SUB-BASE
FIG. 9
FIG. 10
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WARNING
1
1
/
2
1
1
/
2
0
CHIP
DEFLECTOR
CHIP
DEFLECTOR
FIG.
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DEPTH ADJUSTMENT WITH PLUNGE
BASE PLUNGING ACTION
The plunge feature simplifies depth
adjustments and will allow the cutting bit to
easily and accurately enter the workpiece. To
lower, loosen plunge lock lever (Fig. 11), and
apply downward pressure until you reach
desired depth, then tighten plunge lock lever.
Loosen lever and release pressure and the
router will automatically retract the bit from the
workpiece. It is advisable to retract the bit
whenever it is not engaged in work piece.
ADJUSTING THE PLUNGE LOCK LEVE
You can adjust or reposition the plunge lock
lever for comfort, or to compensate for wear.
1. With the plunge lock lever in the locked
position (upright position), remove (counter
clockwise) the retaining screw located in the
middle of the lever.
2. Move lever to desired location, replace the
restraining screw and washer and tighten
(clockwise).
DEPTH OD AND TU ET
The depth rod and depth stop turret are used
to control cutting depth as follows:
1. With the bit installed, gently lower the motor
until the tip of the router bit just contacts the
level surface the router is sitting on. This is
the “zero” position, from which further depth
adjustments can be accurately made.
2. To set a desired depth of cut, rotate the
depth stop turret until the lowest step is
aligned with the depth rod. Loosen the depth
indicator knob and lower the depth rod unit it
contacts the lowest step of the turret. Slide
the depth indicator until the line indicator
points to zero on the depth scale, indicating
the point at which the bit just contacts the
work (Fig. 12).
3. To set a desired cutting depth, slide the
depth rod up until the depth indicator point
attains the desired cutting depth, and secure
the rod in position by firmly tightening the
depth indicator knob.
4. The desired depth of cut may now be
achieved by plunging the router until the
depth rod contacts the selected stop on the
turret.
DEEP CUTS
For deeper cuts, make several progressively
deeper cuts by starting with the highest step on
the depth turret, and after each cut, rotate the
depth turret to progressively lower steps as
desired, until the final depth (lowest step or flat)
is reached. Steps progress by 1/8" increments.
To be certain that your depth settings are as
desired, you may want to make test cuts in
scrap material before beginning work.
DEPTH ADJUSTMENT WITH PLUNGE
BASE FINE ADJUSTMENT KNOB
The fine depth adjustment knob allows precise
bit height adjustments on your router.
To use the fine adjustment feature, turn the
knob clockwise to lower, or counterclockwise
to raise the bit.
(Note that one full turn of the knob will raise or
lower the bit approximately 1/16" of an inch.)
FIG. 11
1
1
/
2
1
1
/
2
0
DEPTH STOP
TURRET
DEPTH
SCALE
NOB
FIG. 12
PLUNGE
LOC LEVER
DEPTH ROD
DEPTH
INDICATOR
FINE ADJUSTMENT
NOB
INDICATOR
RING
RESTRAINING SCREW
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2-POSITION SLIDE "ON/OFF" SWITCH
The tool can be switched "ON" by the 2-
position slide switch located on the upper and
lower right side of the motor (Fig. 1).
TO TURN T E TOOL "ON", slide either the
upper or lower switch UP to the I position.
TO TURN T E TOOL "OFF", slide either the
upper or lower switch downward to the O
position.
Always hold the router off the work when
turning the switch on or off. Contact the work
with the router only after the router has
reached desired speed, and remove it from the
work before turning the switch off. Operating in
this manner will prolong switch and motor life
and will greatly increase the quality of your
work.
Always hold the tool with both hands while
starting the tool, since torque from the motor
can cause the tool to twist.
SOFT STA T FEATU E
(Included on all models)
Electronic feedback control minimizes torque
twist customary in larger routers by limiting the
speed at which motor starts.
ELECT ONIC VA IABLE
SPEED CONT OL
(Models 1827 & 1830 only)
The electronic speed control feature allows
motor speed to be matched to cutter size and
material hardness for improved finish,
extended bit life, and higher performance.
Speed changes are achieved by rotating the
dial on or between any one of the six numbers
(Fig. 3). Speed may be changed while tool is
on. The reference numbers on the dial facilitate
re-setting control to desired speed.
The speed chart indicates the relationship
between settings and application, exact
settings are determined by operator experience
and preference. The bit manufacturer may also
have a speed recommendation.
SITE-LIGHT™
Your tool is also equipped with a Site-Light™
for better visibility during operation.
When the tool is plugged in, the lights will turn
on automatically.
The Site-Light™ is maintenance free and was
designed to last the life of your tool.
FEEDING THE OUTE
As seen from the top of the router, the bit turns
clockwise and the cutting edges face
accordingly. Therefore, the most efficient cut is
made by feeding the router so that the bit turns
into the work, not away. Figure 13 shows
proper feed for various cuts. ow fast you feed
depends on the hardness of the material and
the size of the cut. For some materials, it is
best to make several cuts of increasing depth.
If the router is hard to control, heats up, runs
very slowly or leaves an imperfect cut,
consider these causes:
1. Wrong direction of feed — hard to control.
2. Feeding too fast — overloads motor.
3. Dull bit — overloads motor.
4. Cut is too large for one pass — overloads
motor.
5. Feeding too slow — leaves friction burns on
work.
Feed smoothly and steadily (do not force). You
will soon learn how the router sounds and feels
when it is working best.
ATE OF FEED
When routing or doing related work in wood
and plastics, the best finishes will result if the
depth of cut and feed rate are regulated to
keep the motor operating at high speed. Feed
the router at a moderate rate. Soft materials
require a faster feed rate than hard materials.
DIAL
SETTING PM APPLICATION
1 10,500
2 13,500
3 16,500
4 20,000
5 22,500
6 25,000
}
}
Nonferrous metals,
larger diameter bits,
and cutters
Softwoods, plastics,
counter tops, smaller
diameter bits, and
cutters
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FIG. 13
BIT
WOR
DIRECTION OF
ROUTER FEED
START
HERE
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GUIDING THE OUTE
The router can be guided through the work in
any of several ways. The method you use
depends, of course, on the demands of the
particular job and on convenience.
For routing operations such as grooving or
dadoing, it is often necessary to guide the
tool in a line parallel to a straight edge. One
method of obtaining a straight cut is to
securely clamp a board or other straightedge
to the work surface, and guide the edge of
the router sub-base along this path (Fig. 14).
FIG. 14
BOARD
GUIDE
SECURELY
CLAMP
BOARD
GUIDE
FEED DIRECTION
ST AIGHT AND CI CULA EDGE GUIDE
(Not included, available as accessory)
Use this handy accessory for ease and
accuracy in making curved and straight cuts.
ATTACHING GUIDE
Insert edge guide rods through holes in base,
slide edge guide to desired width as shown in
(Fig. 15), and secure in place by tightening the
screw at the bottom of the router.
One method of locating the guide is to mark
the center of groove to be cut, set the router
flat on the work with the bit just touching and
aligned over the center of groove. Bring the
guide to the edge of the work, and securely
tighten screws. Whenever in doubt about
dimensions, make a trial cut on scrap material.
For guiding along a circular edge, the notch
in the center of the edge guide will contact
the material at the two points shown
(Fig. 16).
DESIRED
WIDTH
CUT
BASE
EDGE
GUIDE
WOR
WING
SCREWS
EDGE
GUIDE
RODS
FIG. 15
CUT
WOR
EDGE
GUIDE
FIG. 16
The router may stall if improperly used or
overloaded. Reduce the feed rate to prevent
possible damage to the tool.
Always be sure the collet nut is tightened
securely before use.
Always use router bits with the shortest
cutting length necessary to produce the
desired cut. This will minimize router bit run-
out and chatter.
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TEMPLATES
Using template patterns lets you duplicate
designs or letters uniformly time after time.
This technique requires the use of an template
guide adapter and a template guide.
TEMPLATE GUIDES
(Not included, available as accessory)
The template guide shown in (Fig. 18), is
essentially a plate with a collar which is
inserted through the hole in sub-base and
template guide adapter from below and
fastened with a knurled retaining nut. The
template guide rides along the edge of the
templat while the router bit, protruding below,
cuts into the work.
ATTENTION: Be sure the thickness of the
templat is the same or larger than the guide
surface of the collar.
Do not use a bit that may touch the inside of
the collar. Select a bit that is about 1/16" less
in diameter than the template guide adapter
opening.
Template guides are used with a number of
special accessories, such as hinge templates.
In addition, special templates are easily
prepared for cutting repeated patterns, special
designs, inlays, and other applications. A
template pattern may be made of plywood,
hardboard, metal or even plastic, and the
design can be cut with a router, jigsaw, or
other suitable cutting tool.
Remember that the pattern will have to be
made to compensate for the distance between
the router bit and the template guide (the
“offset”), as the final workpiece will differ in size
from the template pattern by that amount, due
to the bit position (Fig. 19).
TEMPLATE GUIDE
(optional accessory)
TEMPLATE GUIDE
ADAPTER
(optional accessory)
FIG. 18
COLLET NUT
WOR PIECE
ROUTER BIT
OFFSET
TEMPLATE
GUIDE
TEMPLATE
PATTERN
FIG. 19
ROUTER
SUB-BASE
ROUTER
SUB-BASE
PILOT TIPPED AND BEA ING GUIDE BITS
The lower portion of a pilot tipped bit, as
shown in (Fig. 17), is a shaft with no cutting
edges. Bearing guide bits have a ball bearing
to pilot the bit.
This pilot slides along the edge of the work as
the rotating blades make the cut, forming
molding or decorative edges. The edge on
which the pilot slides should be perfectly
smooth since any irreg ularities are transferred
to the shaped surface.
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PILOT SLIDES
ALONG EDGE
OF WOR
CUTTER PART OF
PILOT TIPPED BIT
CUT
FIG. 17
NURLED
NUT
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Service
Preventive maintenance
performed by unauthorized
per so n nel may result in misplacing of
internal wires and components which
could cause serious hazard. We
recommend that all tool service be performed
by a Skil Factory Service Center or Autho rized
Skil Service Station.
TOOL LUB ICATION
Your Skil tool has been properly lubricated
and is ready to use. It is recommended that
tools with gears be regreased with a special
gear lubricant at every brush change.
CA BON B USHES
The brushes and commutator in your tool have
been engineered for many hours of dependable
service. To maintain peak efficiency of the
motor, we recommend every two to six months
the brush es be examined. Only genuine Skil
replace ment brushes specially designed for
your tool should be used.
BEA INGS
After about 300-400 hours of operation, or at
every second brush change, the bearings
should be replaced at Skil Factory Service
Center or Au thorized Skil Service Station.
Bearings which become noisy (due to heavy
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OUTE DUST COLLECTION
There are two optional dust extraction hood
accessories. Each dust extraction hood is
sized to accept 35mm vacuum hoses. Each
accessory pack includes an adapter that will
connect the hood to 1-1/4” and 1-1/2” vacuum
hoses.
ead and understand these
instructions and tool
manual for use of these accessories.
Do not reach in area of the bit while the
router is ON or plugged in.
To avoid entangling hoses,
do not use this dust
extraction hood at the same time as any
other dust extraction hood.
FIXED BASE DUST EXT ACTION
(Not included, available as accessory)
This dust extraction hood is designed for use
with the fixed base when routing is done in the
middle of the workpiece, such as when
creating slots or routing patterns for inlays. If
you have a shop vacuum system, you can
attach the dust extraction hood for improved
visibility, accuracy and utility, particularly in
freehand routing.
To attach, position as shown and secure
adapter to base with the mounting screws
provided (Fig. 20).
PLUNGE BASE DUST EXT ACTION
(Not included, available as accessory)
This dust extraction hood is designed for use in
the plunge base when routing is done in the
middle of the workpiece, such as when
creating slots or routing patterns for inlays. If
you have a shop vacuum system, you can
attach the dust extraction hood for improved
visibility, accuracy and utility, particularly in
freehand routing.
To attach, position as shown and secure
adapter to base with the mounting screws
provided (Fig. 21).
!
WARNING
Maintenance
MOUNTING
SCREWS
MOUNTING
SCREWS
FIG. 20 FIG. 21
!
WARNING
!
CAUTION
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Accessories
If an extension cord is
necessary, a cord with
adequate size conductors that is capable of
carrying the current necessary for your tool
must be used. This will prevent excessive
voltage drop, loss of power or overheating.
Grounded tools must use 3-wire extension
cords that have 3-prong plugs and receptacles.
NOTE: The smaller the gauge number, the
heav i er the cord.
ECOMMENDED SIZES OF EXTENSION CO DS
120 VOLT ALTE NATING CU ENT TOOLS
!
WARNING
Tool’s
Ampere
ating
Cord Size in A.W.G. Wire Sizes in mm2
3-6
6-8
8-10
10-12
12-16
18 16 16 14 0.75 0.75 1.5 2.5
18 16 14 12 0.75 1.0 2.5 4.0
18 16 14 12 0.75 1.0 2.5 4.0
16 16 14 12 1.0 2.5 4.0 —
14 12 —— ————
25 50 100 150 15 30 60 120
Cord Length in Feet Cord Length in Meters
* 1/2" Collet Chuck
* Collet nut wrench
* 1/4" Adapter Sleeve
* Canvas Carrying Bag (models 1827
& 1830 only
** Edge Guide
** Dust Extraction oods
** Template Guides
** Template Guide Adapter
(*= standard equipment)
(**= optional accessories)
Extension Cords
load or very abrasive material cut ting) should
be replaced at once to avoid overheating or
motor failure.
Cleaning
To avoid accidents always
dis connect the tool from
the power supply before cleaning or
performing any main tenance. The tool may
be cleaned most effectively with compressed
dry air. Always wear safety gog gles when
cleaning tools with compressed air.
Ventilation openings and switch levers must
be kept clean and free of foreign matter. Do
not at tempt to clean by inserting pointed
objects through openings.
Certain cleaning agents
and sol vents damage
plastic parts. Some of these are: gasoline,
carbon tetrachlo ride, chlo rinated cleaning
solvents, ammonia and house hold detergents
that contain ammonia.
!
WARNING
!
CAUTION
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Trouble Shooting
Read instruction manual first! Remove plug from the power source before
making adjustments or assembling accessories.
T OUBLE: TOOL WILL NOT STA T
P OBLEM 1. Power cord is not plugged in.
2. Power source fuse or circuit breaker tripped.
3. Cord damaged.
4. Burned out switch.
EMEDY 1. Plug tool into power source.
2. Replace fuse or reset tripped circuit breaker. (If the product repeatedly causes
the circuit or fuse to trip/blow, discontinue use immediately and have it serviced by
an Authorized Skil Service Center or Service Station.)
3. Inspect cord for damage. If damaged, have cord replaced by an Authorized Skil
Service Center or Service Station.
4. ave switch replaced by an Authorized Skil Service Center or Service Station.
T OUBLE: TOOL DOES NOT COME UP TO SPEED
P OBLEM 1. Extension cord has insufficient gauge or is too long.
2. If equipped with variable speed, tool may not set at maximum RPM.
3. Low house voltage.
EMEDY 1. Replace with adequate extension cord (Page 17).
2. If equipped with variable speed, check speed setting.
3. Contact your electric company.
T OUBLE: ACCESSO Y BINDS, STALLS MOTO ,
O KICKS BACK WHEN OUTING
P OBLEM 1. Bit is not properly set into collet.
2. Bit is damaged or dull.
3. Cut is too aggressive for one pass.
4. Incorrect router speed for application
5. Router is being fed in the wrong direction or at an improper rate.
EMEDY 1. See “Installing a Router Bit” section of this manual (page 9).
2. Discard and replace with new accessory.
3. Adjust bit depth to proper setting as referenced in the “Operations” section of
this manual (pages 11-12), or as recommended by accessory manufacturer.
4. See router speed chart for application recommendations (page 13)
5. See “Feeding the Router” section of this manual for feeding tips (page 13)
!
WARNING
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Veuillez lire tous les avertissements et toutes les consignes de sécurité. Si l'on
n'observe pas ces avertissements et ces consignes de sécurité, il existe un risque de
choc électrique, d'incendie et/ou de blessures corporelles graves.
CONSERVEZ TOUS LES AVERTISSEMENTS ET TOUTES LES CONSIGNES
DE SÉCURITÉ POUR RÉFÉRENCE FUTURE.
Dans les avertissements, le terme « outil électroportatif » se rapporte à votre outil branché sur le secteur (avec fil) ou
à votre outil alimenté par piles (sans fil).
Avertissements généraux concernant la sécurité des outils électroportatifs
AVERTISSEMENT
!
Sécurité du lieu de travail
Maintenez le lieu de travail propre et bien éclairé.
Les risques d’accident sont plus élevés quand on
travaille dans un endroit encombré ou sombre.
N’utilisez pas d’outils électroportatifs dans des
atmosphères explosives, comme par exemple en
présence de gaz, de poussières ou de liquides
inflammables. Les outils électroportatifs produisent
des étincelles qui risquent d’enflammer les poussières
ou les vapeurs.
Éloignez les enfants et les visiteurs quand vous vous
servez d’un outil électroportatif. Vous risquez une
perte de contrôle si on vous distrait.
Sécurité électrique
Les fiches des outils électroportatifs doivent
correspondre à la prise. Il ne faut absolument jamais
modifier la fiche. N’utilisez pas d’adaptateur de prise
avec des outils électroportatifs munis d’une fiche de
terre. Le risque de choc électrique est moindre si on
utilise une fiche non modifiée sur une prise qui lui
correspond.
Évitez tout contact du corps avec des surfaces reliées
à la terre tels que tuyaux, radiateurs, gazinières ou
réfrigérateurs. Le risque de choc électrique augmente
si votre corps est relié à la terre.
N’exposez pas les outils électroportatifs à la pluie ou
à l’humidité. Si de l’eau pénètre dans un outil
électroportatif, le risque de choc électrique augmente.
Ne maltraitez pas le cordon. Ne vous en servez
jamais pour transporter l’outil électroportatif, pour le
tirer ou pour le débrancher. Éloignez le cordon de la
chaleur, des huiles, des arêtes coupantes ou des
pièces mobiles. Les cordons abîmés ou emmêlés
augmentent les risques de choc électrique.
Si vous utilisez un outil électroportatif à l’extérieur,
employez une rallonge conçue pour l’extérieur. Ces
rallonges sont faites pour l’extérieur et réduisent le
risque de choc électrique.
S'il est absolument nécessaire d'utiliser l'outil
électroportatif dans un endroit humide, utilisez une
alimentation protégée par un disjoncteur de fuite de
terre (GFCI). L'utilisation d'un disjoncteur GFCI réduit
les risques de choc électrique.
Sécurité personnelle
Restez concentré, faites attention à ce que vous
faites, et servez-vous de votre bon sens lorsque vous
utilisez un outil électroportatif. N'employez pas
d’outils électroportatifs quand vous êtes fatigué ou
sous l’emprise de drogues, d’alcool ou de
médicaments. Quand on utilise des outils
électroportatifs, il suffit d’un moment d’inattention pour
causer des blessures corporelles graves.
Utilisez des équipements de sécurité personnelle.
Portez toujours une protection oculaire. Le port
d'équipements de sécurité tels que des masques
antipoussières, des chaussures de sécurité
antidérapantes, des casques de chantier et des
protecteurs d'oreilles dans des conditions appropriées
réduira le risque de blessure corporelle.
Évitez les démarrages intempestifs. Assurez-vous que
l'interrupteur est dans la position arrêt (Off) avant de
brancher l'outil dans une prise de courant et/ou un
bloc-piles, de le ramasser ou de le transporter. Le
transport d'un outil électroportatif avec le doigt sur la
gâchette ou le branchement de cet outil quand
l'interrupteur est en position de marche (ON) est une
invite aux accidents.
Enlevez toutes les clés de réglage avant de mettre
l’outil électroportatif en marche. Si on laisse une clé
sur une pièce tournante de l’outil électroportatif, il y a
risque de blessure corporelle.
Ne vous penchez pas. Conservez toujours une bonne
assise et un bon équilibre. Ceci vous permettra de
mieux maîtriser l’outil électroportatif dans des situations
inattendues.
Habillez-vous de manière appropriée. Ne portez pas
de vêtements amples ou de bijoux. Attachez les
cheveux longs. N’approchez pas les cheveux, les
vêtements ou les gants des pièces en mouvement.
Les vêtements amples, les bijoux ou les cheveux longs
risquent d’être happés par les pièces en mouvement.
Si l’outil est muni de dispositifs permettant le
raccordement d’un système d’aspiration et de
collecte des poussières, assurez-vous que ces
dispositifs sont raccordés et utilisés correctement.
L'utilisation d'un dépoussiéreur peut réduire les
dangers associés à l'accumulation de poussière.
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Règles de sécurité concernant les toupies
Utilisation et entretien des outils
électroportatifs
Ne forcez pas sur l’outil électroportatif. Utilisez l’outil
électroportatif qui convient à la tâche à effectuer.
L’outil qui convient à la tâche fait un meilleur travail et
est plus sûr à la vitesse pour lequel il a été conçu.
Ne vous servez pas de l’outil électroportatif si son
interrupteur ne parvient pas à le mettre en marche ou
à l’arrêter. Tout outil électroportatif qui ne peut pas
être commandé par son interrupteur est dangereux et
doit être réparé.
Débranchez la fiche de la prise ou enlevez le bloc-pile
de l’outil électroportatif avant tout réglage,
changement d’accessoires ou avant de ranger l’outil
électroportatif. De telles mesures de sécurité
préventive réduisent le risque de démarrage intempestif
de l’outil électroportatif.
Rangez les outils électroportatifs dont vous ne vous
servez pas hors de portée des enfants et ne permettez
pas à des personnes qui ne connaissent pas l’outil
électroportatif ou qui ignorent ces consignes de s’en
servir. Les outils électroportatifs sont dangereux dans
les mains d’utilisateurs inexpérimentés.
Entretenez les outils électroportatifs. Vérifiez que les
pièces mobiles sont alignées correctement et ne
coincent pas. Vérifiez qu’il n’y a pas de pièces
cassées ou d’autre circonstance qui risquent
d’affecter le fonctionnement de l’outil électroportatif.
Si l’outil est abîmé, faites-le réparer avant de
l’utiliser. De nombreux accidents sont causés par des
outils électroportatifs mal entretenus.
Maintenez les outils coupants affûtés et propres. Les
outils coupants entretenus correctement et dotés de
bords tranchants affûtés sont moins susceptibles de
coincer et sont plus faciles à maîtriser.
Utilisez l'outil électroportatif, les accessoires et les
embouts d'outil, etc. conformément à ces
instructions, en tenant compte des conditions de
travail et des travaux à réaliser. L'emploi d’outils
électroportatifs pour des tâches différentes de celles
pour lesquelles ils ont été prévus peut résulter en une
situation dangereuse.
Entretien
Faites réparer votre outil électroportatif par un agent
de service qualifié n’utilisant que des pièces de
rechange identiques. Ceci assure que la sécurité de
l’outil électroportatif est préservée.
Tenez l'outil électroportatif par les surfaces isolées
de prise en exécutant une opération lorsque l'outil de
coupe peut venir en contact avec des fils cachés ou
son propre cordon. Le contact avec un fil sous tension
rendra les parties métalliques exposées de l'outil sous
tension et causera des secousses électriques à
l'opérateur.
Utilisez des brides ou d’autres moyens pratiques de
brider ou de supporter la pièce sur une plate-forme
stable. Tenir la pièce à la main ou contre le corps est
instable et risque de résulter en une perte de contrôle.
Assurez-vous toujours que la surface de travail est
exempte de clous et autres objets étrangers. La coupe
dans un clou peut faire sauter la lame et l'outil, et ainsi
abîmer la lame.
Ne tenez jamais le matériau d'une main et l'outil de
l'autre lorsque vous en faites usage. Ne placez jamais
les mains sous la surface de coupe ou à proximité de
celle-ci. Il est plus sûr de cramponner le matériau et de
guider l'outil des deux mains.
Ne posez jamais le matériau sur des surfaces dures
telles que le béton, la pierre, etc. ... La lame de coupe
en saillie peut faire sauter l'outil.
Portez toujours des lunettes de sécurité et un masque
anti-poussières. N'utilisez l'outil qu'à un endroit bien
aéré. L'utilisation de dispositifs de sécurité personnelle
et le travail dans un environnement sûr réduisent les
risques de blessures.
Après avoir changé les lames ou effectué quelque
réglage que ce soit, assurez-vous que l'écrou de la
douille et tout autre dispositif de réglage sont bien
serrés. Un dispositif de réglage lâche peut bouger
soudainement et causer ainsi une perte de contrôle avec
projection violente des composants en rotation.
Ne mettez jamais l'outil en marche alors que la lame
est enfoncée dans le matériau. Le tranchant de la lame
peut se coincer dans le matériau et vous faire perdre le
contrôle du couteau.
Tenez toujours le couteau des deux mains durant la
mise en marche. Le couple de réaction du moteur peut
faire tordre l'outil.
Le sens d'introduction de la lame dans le matériau
est très important, et il est lié au sens d'introduction
de la lame. Lorsque vous regardez l'outil depuis le
dessus, la lame tourne en sens horaire. Le sens
d'introduction du couteau doit être anti-horaire.
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