Silverline 1500W 1/ Plunge Router - Manual (Page 8)

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Speed control
• The speed of the router is set using the Variable Speed Dial (5); a higher
number on the dial corresponds to a higher motor speed
• Choosing the correct speed for the cutter and material will produce a
higher quality of finish, and prolong the service life of your router cutters
Making a cut
• Always hold the router using both hands. Use clamps as appropriate to
ensure that the workpiece will not move
• Turn on and allow the motor to reach its full operating speed as set by
the Variable Speed Control (5)
• Lower the cutter into the workpiece whilst moving the router slowly,
keeping the base held flat against the work
• If edge cutting, keep the workpiece on the left-hand side of the router,
relative to the cutting direction. Keep the pressure constant and allow the
cutter to work steadily through the material. Be aware that knots, and
other variations, will slow the rate of progress
• To avoid 'bit chatter', direct the cut anti-clockwise for external cuts, and
clockwise for internal cuts
• Moving the router too fast can result in a poor quality finish, and
overloading of the motor. Moving the router too slowly can result in
overheating the workpiece
Making multiple pass cuts
• The Turret Stop (10) allows the maximum depth of cut to be achieved
in up to 7 steps. Each step of the turret is equal to approximately 3mm
depth of cut. Set the desired total depth of cut using the depth stop, to
the lowest turret step
• Rotate the Turret Stop so that the depth stop will contact the highest step
when the router is plunged. The first pass of the cut can now be made
• Continue to make passes, rotating the Turret Stop anti-clockwise by one
step for each pass until the full depth of cut has been achieved. (NOTE:
For total cuts of less than 21mm the number of steps will be reduced)
Using the parallel guide
• When grooving, or chamfering, use of the Parallel Guide (13) will help to
ensure that accurate cuts are made
• Position the two Guide Rods (11) into the grooves in the top of the Base
Plate (17)
• Locate the Parallel Guide onto the Guide Rods, so that it extends to the
correct side of the router for the cut that you intend to make
• Slide the Parallel Guide to the required position relative to the cutter
• The Measurement Bar (21) can be clipped to one of the Guide Rods to
help ensure accurate alignment. Ensure that the plastic pads on the
parallel guide are not in contact with the cutter
• Make the cut as described above, but keep the vertical edge of the
Parallel Guide held against the edge of the workpiece
• If it is necessary to follow a curved edge, remove the protective plastic
pads from the Parallel Guide and fit the Roller Guide (26) using the
screws provided. Use the same cutting technique as described above,
allowing the roller to follow the edge of the workpiece
Using the circle guide
• Use the Circle Guide (25) to cut circles and arcs
• Position a Guide Rod (11) into one of the grooves in the top of the Base
Plate (17)
• Locate the Circle Guide onto the end of the Guide Rod so that it extends
to the correct side of the router for the intended cut with the point facing
downwards. Rotate the pointed screw clockwise so that it makes contact
with the workpiece. Lock the Circle Guide to the Guide Rod by tightening
the wing nut
• Slide the Circle Guide to the correct distance from the cutter for the
radius of the circle or arc and tighten the Guide Rod Locking Knob (7) to
secure in position. For a more secure attachment, a second Guide Rod
Locking Knob can be used
• Make the cut, keeping the circle guide point pressed into the workpiece
Using a guide bush
• The Guide Bush (23) should be used when template cutting
• To fit the Guide Bush, first remove the protective plastic pad from
underneath the Base Plate (17). The Guide Bush can then be attached
using the same nuts and bolts that secure the Dust Extraction Port (16)
• The circular flange should face downwards
• Replace the protective plastic pad before use
NOTE: Only use cutters with an diameter smaller than 16mm with the
supplied Guide Bush
Accessories
A wide range of suitable accessories for this tool are available from your
Silverline stockist, including a large selection of cutter/router bits. Spares
including carbon brushes, guide bushes and collets are available from your
Silverline stockist or www.toolsparesonline.com.
Maintenance
WARNING: Always remove the plug from the mains power supply
before carrying out any maintenance/cleaning.
Cleaning
• Keep your tool clean at all times. Dirt and dust will cause internal parts
to wear quickly, and shorten the machine’s service life. Clean the body of
your machine with a soft brush, or dry cloth. If available, use clean, dry,
compressed air to blow through the ventilation holes
Brushes
• Over time the carbon brushes inside the motor may become worn
• Excessively worn brushes may cause loss of power, intermittent failure,
or visible sparking
• To replace the brushes, remove the two Brush Access Covers (4) & (20).
Remove the worn brushes and ensure the sockets are clean. Carefully
replace with new brushes and then replace the Brush Access Covers
• After fitting run the router without load for 2-3 minutes to help the
brushes bed in. The process of the brushes fully bedding in may take
repeated uses. Motor sparking may continue until new carbon brushes
have bedded in
• Alternatively, have the machine serviced at an authorised service centre
Disposal
Always adhere to national regulations when disposing of power tools that
are no longer functional and are not viable for repair.
• Do not dispose of power tools, or other waste electrical and electronic
equipment (WEEE), with household waste
• Contact your local waste disposal authority for information on the correct
way to dispose of power tools
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