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Model H7790/H7791 Laminate Trim Router -7-
1. READ THE ENTIRE MANUAL: This
manual contains proper operating
instructions for this router.
2. SAFETY EQUIPMENT: Wear safety
glasses, respirator, and hearing pro-
tection when operating a router.
3. POWER SOURCE: Unplug the
router and make sure the switch is
OFF before inserting or removing bit,
making adjustments, or performing
maintenance or service. DO NOT
make adjustments while the router is
running.
4. ROUTER BITS: Inspect router bits
before use. DO NOT use router bits
that have been dropped, cracked, or
damaged. The router bit may shatter,
causing serious injury.
5. INSTALLING BIT: Insert the bit all
the way into the collet and tighten
firmly. If the bit is not inserted far
enough, the bit may slip or come out,
causing injury. DO NOT use bits with
a diameter larger than 1
1
⁄8".
6. COLLET WRENCHES: Make sure
the collet wrenches are removed
from the router before turning it ON.
7. WORKPIECE: Check the workpiece
for nails or other foreign objects
which may cause the router to kick-
back or damage the bit, possibly
causing injury to the operator.
Additional Safety Instructions
for Laminate Trim Routers
8. HOLDING THE WORKPIECE:
Secure the workpiece with clamps
or attach it to an immovable object.
DO NOT hold the workpiece in your
hand or across your legs.
9. HOLDING THE ROUTER: Hold the
router with both hands to control
torque twist and kickback. Keep
hands away from the spinning bit.
Make sure the bit has come to a
complete stop before setting the
router down.
10. ROUTING: Always route with the
base flat upon the workpiece. DO
NOT start the router with the bit in
contact with the workpiece.
11. FEED DIRECTION: Always feed the
router against the cutter rotation. DO
NOT start routing at a corner. Starting
at a corner may cause the router to
grab, damaging the workpiece, and
possibly causing personal injury.
12. REMOVING THE BIT: The bit is
sharp and will be hot after use. Use
gloves when removing.
13. WORK AREA: DO NOT use the
router in an area that may contain
hidden live wires. Disconnect all
power leading to the work area.
14. TOOL SERVICE: If the router is
damaged, or not working correctly,
repair it before use.
No list of safety guidelines can be complete. Every shop environment is different.
Always consider safety first, as it applies to your individual working conditions.
Use this and other machinery with caution and respect. Failure to do so could
result in serious personal injury, damage to equipment or poor work results.