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Operation (Fig. 8)
• 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.
NOTE:
• Make sure that the tool raises automatically when the
lock knob is loosened. The position of the bit must be
higher than the tool base.
• Also, make sure that the dust guide is installed prop-
erly.
• Moving the tool forward too fast may cause a poor qual-
ity 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 sam-
ple 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, 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.
Straight guide (Fig. 9, 10 & 11)
The straight guide is effectively used for straight cuts
when chamfering or grooving.
To install the straight guide, insert the guide bars into the
holes in the tool base. Adjust the distance between the
bit and the straight guide. At the desired distance, tighten
the lock screw to secure the straight guide in place.
When cutting, move the tool with the straight guide flush
with the side of the workpiece.
If the distance between the side of the workpiece and the
cutting position is too wide for the straight guide, the
straight guide cannot be used. In this case, firmly clamp
a straight board to the workpiece and use it as a guide
against the router base.
Templet guide (optional accessory)
(Fig.12, 13& 14)
The templet guide provides a sleeve through which the
bit passes, allowing use of the router with templet pat-
terns.
To install the templet guide, insert the templet guide into
the tool base and then tighten the screws.
Secure the templet to the workpiece. Place the tool on
the templet and move the tool with the templet guide slid-
ing along the side of the templet.
Connecting to Makita vacuum cleaner or dust
collector (Fig.15)
Cleaner operations can be performed by connecting the
router to Makita vacuum cleaner or dust collector.
Insert the nozzle assembly and the dust nozzle assembly
into the router. Also, the dust nozzle assembly can be
inserted into the router base directly in accordance with
the operation.
When connecting to Makita vacuum cleaner (Model 406/
431), an optional hose 28 mm in inner diameter is neces-
sary.
When connecting to Makita dust collector (Model 420S),
the optional hose is not necessary . You can connect the
router directly to the hose of the dust collector.
MAINTENANCE
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
unplugged before carrying out any work on the tool.
Replacement of carbon brushes
(Fig. 16 & 17)
Replace carbon brushes when they are worn down to the
limit mark. Both identical carbon brushes should be
replaced at the same time.
To maintain product safety and reliability, repairs, mainte-
nance or adjustment should be carried out by a Makita
Authorized Service Center.
