Operation - Makita M3600 Instruction Manual

CAUTION:
Install the router bit securely.
Always use only the wrench provided with the
tool. A loose or overtightened router bit can be
dangerous.
CAUTION:
Do not tighten the collet nut with-
out inserting a router bit or install small shank
bits without using a collet sleeve. Either can lead
to breakage of the collet cone.

OPERATION

CAUTION:
Before operation, always make
sure that the tool body automatically rises to
the upper limit and the router bit does not pro-
trude from the tool base when the lock lever is
loosened.
CAUTION:
Before operation, always make
sure that the chip deflector is installed properly.
► Fig.6: 1. Chip deflector
Set the tool base on the workpiece to be cut without
the router bit making any contact. Then turn the tool on
and wait until the router bit attains full speed. Lower the
tool body and 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 router bit in the feed direction.
► Fig.7: 1. Workpiece 2. Bit revolving direction
3. View from the top of the tool 4. Feed
direction
NOTE: Moving the tool forward too fast may cause
a poor quality of cut, or damage to the router bit or
motor. Moving the tool forward too slowly may burn
and mar the cut. The proper feed rate will depend on
the router 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 piece of scrap
lumber. This will show exactly how the cut will look as
well as enable you to check dimensions.
NOTE: When using the straight guide or the trimmer
guide, be sure to install it on the right side in the feed
direction. This will help to keep it flush with the side of
the workpiece.
► Fig.8: 1. Feed direction 2. Router bit revolving
direction 3. Workpiece 4. Straight guide
Straight guide
The straight guide is effectively used for straight cuts
when chamfering or grooving.
Straight guide (Type A)
Optional accessory
Install the straight guide on the guide holder with the
thumb screw (B). Insert the guide holder into the holes
in the tool base and tighten the thumb screw (A). To
adjust the distance between the router bit and the
straight guide, loosen the thumb screw (B) and turn the
fine adjusting screw. At the desired distance, tighten the
thumb screw (B) to secure the straight guide in place.
► Fig.9: 1. Guide holder 2. Fine adjusting screw
3. Straight guide
Straight guide (Type B)
Optional accessory
Insert the straight guide into the holes in the tool base
and tighten the thumb screw. To adjust the distance
between the router bit and the straight guide, loosen the
thumb screw. At the desired distance, tighten the thumb
screw to secure the straight guide in place.
Wider straight guide of desired dimensions may be
made by using the convenient holes in the guide to bolt
on extra pieces of wood.
► Fig.10: 1. Thumb screw 2. Straight guide
When using a large diameter router bit, attach pieces
of wood to the straight guide which have a thickness of
more than 15 mm (5/8") to prevent the router bit from
striking the straight guide.
When cutting, move the tool with the straight guide flush
with the side of the workpiece.
► Fig.11: 1. Straight guide 2. Wood
A=55 mm (2-3/16")
B=55 mm (2-3/16")
C=15 mm (5/8") or thicker
Templet guide
The templet guide provides a sleeve through which the
router bit passes, allowing use of the tool with templet
patterns. To install the templet guide, loosen the screws
on the tool base, insert the templet guide and then
tighten the screws.
► Fig.12
Secure the templet to the workpiece. Place the tool on
the templet and move the tool with the templet guide
sliding along the side of the templet.
► Fig.13: 1. Templet guide 2. Screws 3. Base plate
NOTE: The workpiece will be cut a slightly different
size from the templet. Allow for the distance (X)
between the router bit and the outside of the templet
guide. The distance (X) can be calculated by using
the following equation:
Distance (X) = (outside diameter of the templet
guide - router bit diameter) / 2
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