Porter-Cable R161 Router User Manual


 
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Remove cutters by turning collet nut counterclockwise
enough to allow cutter to slip easily from collet.
See
Figure 3.
The collet is machined to precision tolerances
to fit cutters with 1/4 in. (6 mm) diameter shank size.
With your router still upside down on a table, insert
shank of cutter into the collet. The shank of your cutter
should be close to but not touching the bottom of collet.
Tighten the collet nut securely by turning clockwise with
the wrench provided.
See Figure 3.
Put spindle lock
back in unlock position. Otherwise, the interlocking
mechanism of the spindle lock will not let you turn your
router on. To unlock spindle: (1) push spindle lock in, (2)
slide into unlock position then, (3) release spindle lock.
See Figure 2.
Fig. 3
TO LOOSEN
COLLET NUT
COLLET
NUT
WRENCH
CUTTER
WARNING:
Your router should never be connected to a power supply
when you are assembling parts, making adjustments,
installing or removing cutters, or when not in use.
Disconnecting your router will prevent accidental starting
that could cause serious injury.
INSTALLING/REMOVING CUTTERS
See Figures 2 and 3.
Unplug your router.
A spindle lock is located on the top of the end cap.
See
Figure 2.
To activate lock: (1) push the spindle lock in,
(2) slide into lock position then, (3) release the spindle
lock.
Place your router upside down on a table, then turn the
collet nut with a wrench until the lock mechanism inter-
locks.
See Figure 3.
Note: Spindle lock is spring loaded and will snap into
position when lock mechanism interlocks.
TO LOCK
SPINDLE
TO UNLOCK
SPINDLE
SPINDLE LOCK
Fig. 2
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ADJUSTMENTS
WARNING:
If you are changing a cutter immediately after use, be
careful not to touch the cutter or collet with your hands or
fingers. They will get burned because of the heat buildup
from cutting. Always use the wrench provided.
WARNING:
Failure to unplug your router could result in accidental
starting causing serious injury.
CAUTION:
To prevent damage to the spindle or spindle lock, always
allow motor to come to a complete stop before engaging
spindle lock.
WARNING:
Do not use cutters with undersized shanks. Undersized
shanks will not tighten properly and could be thrown from
the tool causing injury.
WARNING:
Before connecting your router to a power supply, always
check to be sure the switch is not in "lock-on" position.
Failure to do so could result in accidental starting of your
router resulting in possible serious injury.
TO TIGHTEN
COLLET NUT