Skil 1830 Router User Manual


 
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Accessories
If an extension cord is
necessary, a cord with
adequate size conductors that is capable of
carrying the current necessary for your tool
must be used. This will prevent excessive
voltage drop, loss of power or overheating.
Grounded tools must use 3-wire extension
cords that have 3-prong plugs and receptacles.
NOTE: The smaller the gauge number, the
heav i er the cord.
RECOMMENDED SIZES OF EXTENSION CORDS
120 VOLT ALTERNATING CURRENT TOOLS
!
WARNING
Tool’s
Ampere
Rating
Cord Size in A.W.G.
Wire Sizes in mm
2
3-6
6-8
8-10
10-12
12-16
18 16 16 14 0.75 0.75 1.5 2.5
18 16 14 12 0.75 1.0 2.5 4.0
18 16 14 12 0.75 1.0 2.5 4.0
16 16 14 12 1.0 2.5 4.0
14 12 —— ————
25 50 100 150 15 30 60 120
Cord Length in Feet Cord Length in Meters
* 1/2" Collet Chuck
* Collet nut wrench
* 1/4" Adapter Sleeve
* Canvas Carrying Bag (models 1827
& 1830 only
** Edge Guide
** Dust Extraction Hoods
** Template Guides
** Template Guide Adapter
(*= standard equipment)
(**= optional accessories)
Extension Cords
load or very abrasive material cut ting) should
be replaced at once to avoid overheating or
motor failure.
Cleaning
To avoid accidents always
dis connect the tool from
the power supply before cleaning or
performing any main tenance. The tool may
be cleaned most effectively with compressed
dry air. Always wear safety gog gles when
cleaning tools with compressed air.
Ventilation openings and switch levers must
be kept clean and free of foreign matter. Do
not at tempt to clean by inserting pointed
objects through openings.
Certain cleaning agents
and sol vents damage
plastic parts. Some of these are:
gasoline,
carbon tetrachlo ride, chlo rinated cleaning
solvents, ammonia and house hold detergents
that contain ammonia.
!
WARNING
!
CAUTION
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