Operation - Makita RP1802 Instruction Manual

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 num-
ber settings on the dial and the approximate tool speed.
Number
1
2
3
4
5
6
Lighting up the lamps
Only for model RP1802F, RP1803F, RP2302FC,
RP2303FC
CAUTION:
Do not look in the light or see the
source of light 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 approximately 10 seconds after
releasing the trigger.
► Fig.7: 1. Lamp
NOTE: Use a dry cloth to wipe the dirt off the lens of
the lamp. 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 unplugged before carrying out
any work on the tool.
Installing or removing the router bit
CAUTION:
Install the router bit securely.
Always use only the wrench provided with the
tool. A loose or overtightened router bit can be
dangerous.
NOTICE:
Do not tighten the collet nut without
inserting a router bit or install small shank bits
without using a collet sleeve. Either can lead to
breakage of the collet cone.
1. Insert the router bit all the way into the collet cone.
2. 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 router bit.
► Fig.8: 1. Shaft lock 2. Wrench 3. Loosen 4. Tighten
To remove the router bit, follow the installation proce-
dure in reverse.

OPERATION

-1 sure that the stopper pole is secured firmly by the
min
stopper pole setting nut. Otherwise the depth of
9,000
cut may change during operation and cause personal
11,000
injury.
14,000
17,000
sure that the tool body automatically rises to
20,000
the upper limit and the router bit does not pro-
23,000
trude from the tool base when the lock lever is
loosened.
hold the tool by both grips during operations.
sure that the chip deflector is installed properly.
► Fig.9: 1. Chip deflector
1.
the router bit making any contact.
2.
full speed.
3.
over the workpiece surface, keeping the base flush and
advancing smoothly until the cutting is complete.
► Fig.10
When doing edge cutting, the workpiece surface should
be on the left side of the router bit in the feed direction.
► Fig.11: 1. Workpiece 2. Bit revolving 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.12: 1. Feed direction 2. Bit revolving direction
13 ENGLISH
WARNING:
Before operation, always make
CAUTION:
Before operation, always make
CAUTION:
Always use both grips and firmly
CAUTION:
Before operation, always make
Set the base on the workpiece to be cut without
Turn the tool on and wait until the router bit attains
Lower the tool body and move the tool forward
3. View from the top of the tool 4. Feed
direction
3. Workpiece 4. Straight guide