Operation - Makita RP1800 Instruction Manual

CAUTION:
• Install the bit securely. Always use only the
wrench provided with the tool. A loose or over-
tightened bit can be dangerous.
• Use always a collet which is suitable for the
shank diameter of the bit.
• Do not tighten the collet nut without inserting
a bit 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, 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.

OPERATION

CAUTION:
• Before operation, always make sure that the
tool body automatically rises to the upper limit
and the bit does not protrude from the tool base
when the lock lever is loosened.
• Before operation, always make sure that the
chip deflector is installed properly.
Always use both grips and firmly hold the tool by both
grips during operations.
Set the tool base on the workpiece to be cut without
the bit making any contact. Then turn the tool on and
wait until the 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 bit in the feed direction.
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► 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 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 piece of scrap lumber. This will
show exactly how the cut will look as well as
enable you to check dimensions.
• 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.
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► 1 . Feed direction 2. Bit revolving direction
3. Workpiece 4. Straight guide
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