Makita RP1800 Instruction Manual page 9

To prevent the switch trigger from being accidentally
pulled, a lock button is provided.
To start the tool, depress the lock button and pull the
switch trigger. Release the switch trigger to stop.
For continuous operation, pull the switch trigger and
then depress the lock button further. To stop the tool, pull
the switch trigger so that the lock button returns
automatically. Then release the switch trigger.
After releasing the switch trigger, the lock-off function
works to prevent the switch trigger from being pulled.
CAUTION:
Hold the tool firmly when turning off the tool, to
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overcome the reaction.
Electronic function
For model RP2300FC,RP2301FC only
Constant speed control
Possible to get fine finish, because the rotating
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speed is kept constantly even under the loaded
condition.
Additionally, when the load on the tool exceeds
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admissible levels, power to the motor is reduced to
protect the motor from overheating. When the load
returns to admissible levels, the tool will operate as
normal.
Soft start feature
Soft start because of suppressed starting shock.
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Speed adjusting dial
For model RP2300FC,RP2301FC only
Fig.5
The tool speed can be changed by turning the speed
adjusting dial to a given number setting from 1 to 6.
Higher speed is obtained when the dial is turned in the
direction of number 6. And lower speed is obtained when
it is turned in the direction of number 1.
This allows the ideal speed to be selected for optimum
material processing, i.e. the speed can be correctly
adjusted to suit the material and bit diameter.
Refer to the table for the relationship between the
number settings on the dial and the approximate tool
speed.
Number
1
2
3
4
5
6
009875
CAUTION:
If the tool is operated continuously at low speeds
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for a long time, the motor will get overloaded,
resulting in tool malfunction.
min
-1
9,000
11,000
14,000
17,000
20,000
22,000
The speed adjusting dial can be turned only as far
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as 6 and back to 1. Do not force it past 6 or 1, or
the speed adjusting function may no longer work.
Lighting up the lamps
For model RP1800F, RP1801F, RP2300FC,RP2301FC
only
Fig.6
CAUTION:
Do not look in the light or see the source of light
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directly.
Pull the switch trigger to turn on the light. The lamp
keeps on lighting while the switch trigger is being pulled.
The lamp turns off 10 - 15 seconds after releasing the
trigger.
NOTE:
Use a dry cloth to wipe the dirt off the lens of lamp.
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Be careful not to scratch the lens of lamp, or it may
lower the illumination.
ASSEMBLY
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
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unplugged before carrying out any work on the
tool.
Installing or removing the bit
Fig.7
CAUTION:
Install the bit securely. Always use only the wrench
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provided with the tool. A loose or overtightened bit
can be dangerous.
Use always a collet which is suitable for the shank
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diameter of the bit.
Do not tighten the collet nut without inserting a bit
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or install small shank bits without using a collet
sleeve. Either can lead to breakage of the collet
cone.
Use only router bits of which the maximum speed,
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as indicated on the bit, does exceed the maximum
speed of the router.
Insert the bit all the way into the collet cone. Press the
shaft lock to keep the shaft stationary and use the
wrench to tighten the collet nut securely. When using
router bits with smaller shank diameter, first insert the
appropriate collet sleeve into the collet cone, then install
the bit as described above.
To remove the bit, follow the installation procedure in
reverse.
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