DeWalt 290 Instruction Manual
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1. 908935 04 04 03 qxd 4 4 03 10 02 AMy Rage 1 sda ESPA OL P GINA 15 FRAN AISE PAGE 31 Instruction Cordless Router manual MODEL 290 8923 Battery Pack MODEL 8924 PATENT PENDING Charger IMPORTANT To learn more about Porter Cable Please make certain that the person who is visit our website at to use this equipment carefully reads and understands these instructions before http cable j ttp www porter cable com starting operations The Model and Serial No plate is located on the main housing of the tool Record these numbers in the spaces below and retain for future reference PORTER COBLE Model No PROFESSIONAL POWER TOOLS Copyright 2003 Porter Cable Corporation Part No 908935 04 04 03 N UE 908935 04 04 03 qxd 4 4 03 10 02 AMy Rage 2 ie SAFETY GUIDELINES DEFINITIONS This manual contains information that is important for you to know and under stand This information relates to protecting YOUR SAFETY and PREVENTING EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS To help you recognize this information we use the symbols below Please read the manual and pay attention to these sections indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not A DANGER avoided will result in death or serious injury indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not AWARNING avoided could result in death or serious injury indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not A C2. making any adjustments changing accessories or storing the tool Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally 5 Store idle tools out of reach of children and other untrained persons Tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users 6 When battery pack is not in use keep it away from other metal objects like paper clips coins keys nails screws or other small metal objects that can make a connection from one terminal to another Shorting the battery terminals together may cause sparks burns or a fire 7 Maintain tools with care Keep cutting tools sharp and clean Properly maintained tools with sharp cutting edge are less likely to bind and are easier to control 8 Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the tool s operation If damaged have the tool serviced before using Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained tools 9 Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your model Accessories that may be suitable for one tool may create a risk of injury when used on another tool EN UI 908935 04 04 03 qxd 4 4 03 10 02 AMy Rage 4 ie SERVICE 1 Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury 2 When servicing a tool use only identical replacement parts F
3. ALWAYS REMOVE BATTERY PACK FROM MOTOR INSTALLING AND REMOVING THE BIT NeW lol REMOVE THE BATTERY To remove the motor unit from the base unit a Open the clamp A Fig 1 b While holding the base turn the power unit COUNTER CLOCKWISE until the lower pin B in the motor housing is disengaged from the groove in the base c Lift the power unit free from the base unit 2 Turn the router upside down and stand it on the motor cap 3 Clean and insert the shank of the bit into the collet until the shank bottoms then back it out approximately 1 16 4 Press the spindle lock Q Fig 2 while turning the chuck E Fig 2 until it locks into place 5 Firmly tighten the collet nut D Fig 2 with the provided wrench 6 Toremove the bit reverse the procedure h N ae 908935 04 D04 05 gxd 4 4 03 10702 AM Bage 10 sda ATTACHING THE MOTOR TO THE ROUTER BASE INN REMOVE THE BATTERY 1 Open the clamp A Fig 3 and set the power unit in the base unit 2 Align the lower pin of the power unit B Fig 3 with the groove in the base 3 Rotate the power unit CLOCK WISE into the base until the upper guide pins are set in the groove of the base 4 Close the clamp ADJUSTING DEPTH OF CUT NZ ie REMOVE THE BATTERY 1 Open the clamp A Fig 4 2 Hold the base E and turn the power unit F Fig 4 COUNTER CLOCK WISE until the tip of the bit is above the bottom of the base 3 Set the
4. AUTION avoided may result in atta or moderate injury used without the safety alert symbol indicates potentially CAUTION hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in property damage AWARNING Some dust created by power sanding sawing grinding drilling and other construction activities contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Some example of these chemicals are e lead from lead based paints e crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products e arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber Your risk from these exposures varies depending on how often you do this type of work To reduce your exposure to these chemicals work in a well ventilated area and work with approved safety equipment always wear MSHA NIOSH approved properly fitting face mask or respirator when using such tools GENERAL SAFETY RULES UTA READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS AND OPER ATING INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS EQUIPMENT Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock fire and or serious personal injury or property damage SAVE IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAVE WORK AREA 1 Keep your work area clean and well lit Cluttered benches and dark areas invite accidents 2 Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres such as in the presence of flammable liquids gases or dust Power tools c
5. Davie 33314 Miami 4343 South State Ra 7 441 Unit 107 Phone 954 321 6635 Fax 954 321 6638 Tampa 33609 4538 W Kennedy Boulevard Phone 813 877 9585 Fax 813 289 7948 GEORGIA Forest Park 30297 Atlanta 5442 Frontage Road Suite 112 Phone 404 608 0006 Fax 404 608 1123 Authorized Service Stations are located in many large cities Telephone 800 487 8665 or 731 541 6042 for assistance locating one Parts and accessories for Porter Cable e Delta products should be obtained by contacting any Porter Cable e Delta Distributor Authorized Service ILLINOIS Addison 60101 Chicago 400 South Rohlwing Rd Phone 630 424 8805 Fax 630 424 8895 Woodridge 60517 Chicago 2033 West 75th Street Phone 630 910 9200 Fax 630 910 0360 MARYLAND Elkridge 21075 Baltimore 7397 102 Washington Blvd Phone 410 799 9394 Fax 410 799 9398 MASSACHUSETTS Braintree 02185 Boston 719 Granite Street Phone 781 848 9810 Fax 781 848 6759 Franklin 02038 Boston Franklin Industrial Park 101E Constitution Blvd Phone 508 520 8802 Fax 508 528 8089 MICHIGAN Madison Heights 48071 Detroit 30475 Stephenson Highway Phone 248 597 5000 Fax 248 597 5004 MINNESOTA Minneapolis 55429 5522 Lakeland Avenue North Phone 763 561 9080 Fax 763 561 0653 MISSOURI North Kansas City 64116 1141 Swift Avenue Phone 816 221 2070 Fax 816 221 2897 St Louis 63119 7574 Watson R
6. E BATTERY PACK Depress the battery release button B Fig 2B and pull battery pack out of tool AO mau Fig 2 BATTERY OPERATION DIAGNOSTICS The Model 8924 Charger is equipped with a diagnostic system that automatically checks the battery pack each time a pack is inserted into the charger If no problems are found the charger will automatically switch to Fast Charge mode as described in NORMAL CHARGING If a problem is found it will be indicated by the charger indicator lights as follows Make sure power circuit voltage is the same as that shown on the charger specification plate Connect charger to power source The red and green lights will flash once to indicate that power is connected properly and the charger is ready for operation If the green light flashes slowly after battery pack is inserted in charger the battery pack temperature is either too high or too low for charging If left alone the charger will continue to monitor the battery pack temperature and will begin charging when the temperature reaches an acceptable level lf the red light flashes continuously the battery pack has failed pack is not chargeable and requires replacement As a battery pack approaches the discharged state you will notice a sharp drop in tool performance When the tool is unable to perform the task at hand it is time to recharge the battery pack Recharging the battery pack before this condition is reached will
7. PORTER CABLE S SOLE LIABILITY UNDER THIS OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY AND UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL PORTER CABLE BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other legal rights which vary from state to state 14 N UE 908935 04 04 03 qxd 4 4 03 10 03 AM 7Rage 48 E Sl PORTER CABLE DELTA SERVICE CENTERS CENTROS DE SERVICIO DE PORTER CABLE DELTA CENTRE DE SERVICE PORTER CABLE DELTA Parts and Repair Service for Porter Cable e Delta Power Tools are Available at These Locations Obtenga Refaccion de Partes o Servicio para su Herramienta en los Siguientes Centros de Porter Cable Delta Locations ou vous trouverez les pieces de rechange n cessaires ainsi qu un service d entretien ARIZONA Tempe 85282 Phoenix 2400 West Southern Avenue Suite 105 Phone 602 437 1200 Fax 602 437 2200 CALIFORNIA Ontario 91761 Los Angeles 3949A East Guasti Road Phone 909 390 5555 Fax 909 390 5554 San Leandro 94577 Oakland 3039 Teagarden Street Phone 510 357 9762 Fax 510 357 7939 COLORADO Arvada 80003 Denver 8175 Sheridan Blvd Unit S Phone 303 487 1809 Fax 303 487 1868 FLORIDA
8. Phone 514 336 8772 Fax 514 336 3505 The following are trademarks of PORTER CABLE e DELTA Las siguientes son marcas registradas de PORTER CABLE DELTA S A Les marques suivantes sont des marques de fabriquant de la PORTER CABLE e DELTA Auto Set BAMMER B O S S Builder s Saw Contractor s Saw Contractor s Saw II Delta DELTACRAFT DELTAGRAM Delta Series 2000 DURATRONIC Emc2 FLEX Flying Chips FRAME SAW Homecraft INNOVATION THAT WORKS Jet Lock JETSTREAM kickstand LASERLOC MICRO SET Micro Set MIDI LATHE MORTEN NETWORK OMNIJIG POCKET CUTTER PORTA BAND PORTA PLANE PORTER CABLE amp design PORTER CABLE PROFESSIONAL POWER TOOLS Posi Matic Q 3 amp design QUICKSAND amp design QUICKSET QUICKSET II QUICKSET PLUS RIPTIDE amp design SAFE GUARD II SAFE LOC Sanding Center SANDTRAP amp design SAW BOSS Sawbuck Sidekick SPEED BLOC SPEEDMATIC SPEEDTRONIC STAIR EASE The American Woodshop amp design The Lumber Company amp design THE PROFESSIONAL EDGE THE PROFESSIONAL SELECT THIN LINE TIGER TIGER CUB TIGER SAW TORQBUSTER TORQ BUSTER TRU MATCH TWIN LITE UNIGUARDS Unifence UNIFEEDER Unihead Uniplane Unirip Unisaw Univise Versa Feeder VERSA PLANE WHISPER SERIES WOODWORKER S CHOICE Trademarks noted with and are registered in th
9. afety and electrical protection lubrication and service on this tool should ONLY be performed by an AUTHORIZED PORTER CABLE SERVICE STATION or a PORTER CABLE DELTA FACTORY SERVICE CENTER At approximately 100 hours of use take or send your tool to your nearest Authorized Porter Cable Service Station to be thoroughly cleaned and inspected worn parts replaced when necessary relubricated with fresh lubricant and performance tested SERVICE AND REPAIRS All quality tools will eventually require servicing or replacement of parts due to wear from normal use These operations including brush inspection and replacement should ONLY be performed by either an AUTHORIZED PORTER CABLE SERVICE STATION or a PORTER CABLE DELTA FACTORY SERVICE CENTER All repairs made by these agencies are fully guaranteed against defective material and workmanship We cannot guarantee repairs made or attempted by anyone other than these agencies Should you have any questions about your tool feel free to write us at any time In any communications please give all information shown on the nameplate of your tool model number type serial number etc 13 N UE 908935 04 04 03 qxd 4 4 03 10 03 AMy Rage 14 y Sl ACCESSORIES A complete line of accessories is available from your Porter Cable e Delta Supplier Porter Cable e Delta Factory Service Centers and Porter Cable Authorized Service Stations Please visit our Web Site www
10. an the other This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet reverse the plug If it still does not fit contact a qualified electrician to install a polarized outlet Do not change the plug in any way Double Insulation eliminates the need for the three wire grounded power cord and grounded power supply system EN UI 908935 04 04 03 gxd 4 4 03 10 02 AMARage 7 ay 20 Dispose of expended batteries properly The Porter Cable Battery Packs contains rechargeable nickel cadmium batteries These batteries must be recycled or disposed of properly Drop off expended battery packs at your local replacement battery retailer your local recycling center or at a Porter Cable Service Center see list on back page of this manual Applicable fees for the collection and recycling of these batteries in the United States have PERO ye O been paid to the RBRC For further information call Recycling Corporation 1 800 8 BATTERY REPLACEMENT PARTS When servicing use only identical replacement parts CHARGING THE BATTERY CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK Before using your cordless tool for the first time the battery pack should be fully charged If the battery pack is installed remove it by following instructions under INSTALLING OR REMOVING BATTERY PACK NORMAL CHARGING Make sure that the power circuit voltage is the same as that shown on the charger specifi
11. attery pack Carrying tools with your finger on the switch or inserting the battery pack into a tool with the switch on invites accidents 4 Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the tool on A wrench or a key that is left attached to a rotating part of the tool may result in personal injury 5 Do not overreach Keep proper footing and balance at all times Proper footing and balance enables better control of the tool in unexpected situations 6 Use safety equipment Always wear eye protection Dust mask non skid safety shoes hard hat or hearing protection must be used for appropriate conditions 7 Use certified safety equipment Eye protection equipment should comply with ANSI Z87 1 standards hearing equipment should comply with ANSI 3 19 standards and dust mask protection should comply with MSHA NIOSH certified respirator standards TOOL USE AND CARE 1 Use clamps or other practical way to secure and support the workpiece to a stable platform Holding the work by hand or against your body is unstable and may lead to loss of control 2 Do not force tool Use the correct tool for your application The correct tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is designed 3 Do not use tool if switch does not turn it on or off Any tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired 4 Disconnect battery pack from tool and place the switch in the locked or OFF position before
12. cation plate Connect the charger to the power source The red and green lights will flash once to indicate that the power is connected properly and the charger is ready for operation Position the battery pack on charger align the rails on the battery pack A Fig 2 with the four tabs C Fig 1 on the charger Slide the battery forward on charger until it stops The green light A Fig 1 should begin to flash rapidly indicating that the battery pack is receiving a fast charge If the green light does not flash or if the red light B illuminates see DIAGNOSTICS After approximately one hour the Fast Charge indicator light should glow continually indicating that the battery pack is fully charged and that the charger is now ina Maintenance Charge mode The battery pack can be left on Maintenance Charge until you are ready to use it Depending on room temperature line voltage and existing charge level initial battery charging may take longer than one hour Disconnect the charger from the power source when not in use Fig 1 AD Wy 908935 04 04 03 qxd 4 4 03 10 02 AMy Rage 8 ie INSTALLING OR REMOVING BATTERY PACK Always set the trigger switch to the locked OFF position when installing or removing the battery pack TT TO INSTALL BATTERY PACK Align A rails A Fig 2A on battery pack with slots on tool and push battery pack onto tool until it locks in place TO REMOV
13. e United States Patent and Trademark Office and may also be registered in other countries Las Marcas Registradas con el signo de y son registradas por la Oficina de Registros y Patentes de los Estados Unidos y tambi n pueden estar registradas en otros paises Marques d pos es indiqu es par la lettre et sont d pos es au Bureau des brevets d invention et marques d pos es aux Etats Unis et pourraient tre deposgas aux autres pays EN UI Printed in U S A PC 0203 150
14. ent the chipping of wood at the end of a cut when you make the next cut parallel with the grain THE EDGE GUIDE An edge guide is available as an accessory to aid in routing operations such as straight edge planing parallel grooving dado or slotting operations To assemble insert guide rods A in holes in base Fig 9 and secure with screws B The guide C is adjusted on the rods and secured in desired position with thumb screws D TEMPLET GUIDES A wide variety of templet guides is available for use in pattern and templet routing operations Fig 10 shows a typical combination bit templet guide and locknut 12 N UE 908935 04 04 03 qxd 474 03 10 03 AM Bage 13 sda NFN REMOVE THE BATTERY LOCKNUT To install insert the templet guide in the center hole in the router base and secure it in place with the locknut TEMPLATE 7 ROUTER GUIDE BASE ROUTER SUB BASE BIT Fig 10 MAINTENANCE KEEP TOOL CLEAN All plastic parts should be cleaned with a soft damp cloth NEVER use solvents to clean plastic parts They could very possibly dissolve or otherwise damage the material FAILURE TO START Should your tool fail to start make sure battery pack is charged and properly installed in drill BATTERY The battery pack will discharge by itself without damage if stored for long periods of time and may require recharging before use LUBRICATION For your continued s
15. erloading the motor Before beginning the cut on the actual workpiece make a sample cut on a piece of scrap lumber to show the cut and to enable you to check dimensions No Neale Always be sure that the work is rigidly clamped or otherwise secured before making a cut When working on a bench clamp the workpiece When routing edges hold the router firmly down and against the work Since the cutter rotates clockwise when viewing router from top the router should be moved from left to right as you stand facing the work When working on the inside of a templet move the router in a clockwise direction When working on the outside of a templet move the router in a counter clockwise direction Avoid Climb Cutting cutting in direction opposite that shown in Fig 8 Climb Cutting increases the chance for loss of control resulting in possible personal injury When Climb Cutting is required backing around a corner exercise extreme caution to maintain control of router The speed and depth of cut will depend largely on the type of workpiece Keep the cutting pressure constant but do not crowd the router so the motor speed slows excessively More than one pass at various settings may be necessary on exceptionally hard woods or problem materials to get the desired depth of cut When making cuts on all four edges of the workpiece make the first cut on the end of the piece across the grain This action will prev
16. ese materials Request and follow any safety information available from your material supplier INIIM There are certain applications for which this tool was designed Porter Cable strongly recommends that this tool NOT be modified and or used for any application other than for which it was designed If you have any questions relative to its application DO NOT use the tool until you have written Porter Cable and we have advised you Technical Service Manager Porter Cable Corporation 4825 Highway 45 North Jackson TN 38305 N UE 908935 04 04 03 qxd 4 4 03 10 02 AMy Rage 5 ie SAFETY SYMBOLS SYMBOL DEFINITION Ne ai volts Ae A amperes FIZ iaa hertz VU ana watts o ARA pounds per square inch MA sara minimum Max isis maximum o inch MM cccncnnnnnnnn nn millimeters A hours MIN rra minutes Sis seconds ONG alternating current Se A AN direct current Ma wii no load canoa alternating or direct current ri nece Class Il Construction min caerse revolutions or reciprocation per minute SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR CHARGER AND BATTERIES SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR CHARGER AND BATTERIES 1 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This manual contains important safety and operating instructions for Porter Cable Battery Charger 2 Before using a battery charger read all instructions and cautionary markings on 1 battery charger 2 battery pack and 8 product using battery 3 ACAUTION To reduce risk of i
17. g have them replaced immediately to avoid a hazard DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR POWER CORD 9 Do not operate charger if it has received a sharp blow been dropped or otherwise damaged in any way take it to a qualified serviceman 10 Do not disassemble charger or battery pack Take it to a qualified serviceman when service or repair is required Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of electric shock or fire 11 Unplug charger from outlet before attempting any maintenance or cleaning to reduce risk of electric shock 12 Charge the battery pack in a well ventilated place do not cover the charger and battery pack with a cloth etc while charging 13 Do not store the charger or battery pack in locations where the temperature may reach or exceed 122 F 50 C Such as a metal tool shed or a car in the summer which can lead to deterioration of the storage battery 14 Do not charge battery pack when the temperature is BELOW 40 F 4 4 C or ABOVE 104 F 40 C This is very important for proper operation 15 Do not incinerate battery pack It can explode in a fire 16 Do not charge battery in damp or wet locations 17 Do not attempt to charge any other cordless tool or battery pack with the Porter Cable charger 18 Do not short across the terminals of the battery pack EXTREMELY HIGH TEMPERATURES COULD CAUSE PERSONAL INJURY OR FIRE 19 Double insulated tools are equipped with a polarized plug one blade is wider th
18. njury a Porter Cable charger should only be used to charge a Porter Cable battery pack Other types of batteries may burst causing personal injury and damage Do not charge a Porter Cable battery pack with any other charger 4 Do not expose charger to rain snow or frost 5 Do not abuse cord Never carry charger by cord or yank it to disconnect from receptacle Pull by plug rather than cord when disconnecting charger Have damaged or worn power cord and strain reliever replaced immediately DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR POWER CORD 6 Make sure cord is located so that it will not be stepped on tripped over or otherwise subjected to damage or stress N UE 908935 04 04 03 gxd 4 4 03 10 02 AMARage 6 ay 7 Do not use an extension cord unless absolutely necessary Use of improper extension cord could result in a risk of fire and electric shock If an extension cord must be used make sure A That the pins on plug of extension cord are the same number size and shape as those of plug on charger B That the extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition C Wire Size of cord is at least as specified in following chart AWGSIZEOFCORD 18 18 18 16 D If an extension cord is to be used outdoors it must be marked with the suffix W A or W following the cord type designation For example SJTW A to indicate it is acceptable for outdoor use 8 Do not operate charger with damaged cord or plu
19. nut B engages the center hole in the sub base D Allow the sub base to center itself on the collet nut Close the clamp A 3 Tighten the sub base mounting screws C Fig 4 securely OPERATION A CAUTION elote attaching battery Always make sure switch is in the OFF position INSTALLING OR REMOVING THE BATTERY PACK TO REMOVE THE BATTERY PACK Depress the battery release button B Fig 6 and pull the battery pack from the tool TO INSTALL THE BATTERY PACK Align the rails on the battery pack with the slots A Fig 6 on the tool Push the battery pack until it locks in place STARTING AND STOPPING THE MOTOR ACAUTION Before starting the router make sure that the bit is clear of the workpiece and foreign objects Also keep a firm grip on the router to resist starting torque Start and stop the motor by moving the switch A Fig 7 to ON or OFF position ACAUTION To avoid personal injury or damage to finished work always allow the motor to come to a COMPLETE STOP before putting it down ACAUTION When through cutting provide enough clearance under the workpiece for the router bit meem anil Fig 6 11 N UE 908935 04 04 03 qxd 4 4 03 10 03 AMy Rage 12 ie USING THE ROUTER IMPORTANT Before using your router consider the kind and total amount of material to be removed Depending on the material it may be necessary to make more than one cut to avoid ov
20. oad Phone 314 968 8950 Fax 314 968 2790 NEW YORK Flushing 11365 1595 N Y C 175 25 Horace Harding Expwy Phone 718 225 2040 Fax 718 423 9619 NORTH CAROLINA Charlotte 28270 9129 Monroe Road Suite 115 Phone 704 841 1176 Fax 704 708 4625 OHIO Columbus 43214 4560 Indianola Avenue Phone 614 263 0929 Fax 614 263 1238 Cleveland 44125 8001 Sweet Valley Drive Unit 19 Phone 216 447 9030 Fax 216 447 3097 OREGON Portland 97230 4916 NE 122 nd Ave Phone 503 252 0107 Fax 503 252 2123 PENNSYLVANIA Willow Grove 19090 520 North York Road Phone 215 658 1430 Fax 215 658 1433 TEXAS Carrollton 75006 Dallas 1300 Interstate 35 N Suite 112 Phone 972 446 2996 Fax 972 446 8157 Houston 77055 West 10 Business Center 1008 Wirt Road Suite 120 Phone 713 682 0334 Fax 713 682 4867 WASHINGTON Auburn 98001 Seattle 3320 West Valley HWY North Building D Suite 111 Phone 253 333 8353 Fax 253 333 9613 Center or Porter Cable e Delta Factory Service Center If you do not have access to any of these call 888 848 5175 and you will be directed to the nearest Porter Cable e Delta Factory Service Center Las Estaciones de Servicio Autorizadas est n ubicadas en muchas grandes ciudades Llame al 800 487 8665 6 al 731 541 6042 para obtener asistencia a fin de localizar una Las piezas y los accesorios para los productos Porter Cable e Delta deben obtenerse
21. ollow instructions in the Maintenance Section of this manual Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow Maintenance Instructions may create a risk of shock or injury ADDITIONAL SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES 1 HOLD TOOL BY INSULATED GRIPPING SURFACES WHEN PERFORMING AN OPERATION WHERE THE CUTTING TOOLS MAY CONTACT HIDDEN WIRING OR ITS OWN CORD Contact with a live wire will make exposed metal parts of the tool live and shock the operator 2 TIGHTEN COLLET NUT SECURELY to prevent the bit from slipping 3 PROVIDE CLEARANCE under workpiece for router bit when through cutting 4 CLEAR THE ROUTER BIT AREA before starting motor 5 MAINTAIN FIRM GRIP ON TOOL to resist starting torque 6 KEEP HANDS CLEAR OF BIT WHEN MOTOR IS RUNNING to prevent personal injury 7 LET THE MOTOR COME TO A COMPLETE STOP before putting the tool down 8 NEVER TOUCH ROUTER BITS AFTER USE They may be extremely hot 9 AVOID CLIMB CUTTING See section USING THE TOOL in this manual Climb cutting increases the chance for loss of control resulting in possible personal injury 10 DO NOT HAND HOLD THE ROUTER IN AN UPSIDE DOWN OR HORIZONTAL POSITION The motor can separate from the base if not properly attached according to the instructions See ATTACHING THE MOTOR TO THE ROUTER section 11 SOME WOOD CONTAINS PRESERVATIVES WHICH CAN BE TOXIC Take extra care to prevent inhalation and skin contact when working with th
22. poni ndose en contacto con cualquier distribuidor Porter Cable e Delta Centro de Servicio Autorizado o Centro de Servicio de F brica Porter Cable e Delta Si no tiene acceso a ninguna de estas opciones llame al 888 848 5175 y le dirigir n al Centro de Servicio de F brica Porter Cable e Delta m s cercano Des centres de service agr s sont situ s dans beaucoup de grandes villes Appelez au 800 487 8665 ou au 731 541 6042 pour obtenir de l aide pour en rep rer un Pour obtenir des pi ces et accessoires pour les produits Porter Cable e Delta s adresser a tout distributeur Porter Cable e Delta centre de service agr ou centre de service d usine Porter Cable e Delta Si vous n avez acc s a aucun de ces centres appeler le 888 848 5175 et on vous dirigera vers le centre de service d usine Porter Cable e Delta le CANADIAN PORTER CABLE DELTA SERVICE CENTERS plus proche ALBERTA Bay 6 2520 23r Calgary Alberta T2E 8L2 Phone 403 735 6166 Fax 403 735 6144 BRITISH COLU 8520 Baxter Place Burnaby B C V5A 418 Phone 604 420 0102 604 MANITOBA 1699 Dublin Avenue Winnipeg Manitoba d St N E R3H 0H2 MBIA ONTARIO N1H 6M7 Phone 204 633 9259 Fax 204 632 1976 505 Southgate Drive Guelph Ontario Phone 519 836 2840 519 QUEBEC 1515 Ave St Jean Baptiste Qu bec Qu bec G2E 5E2 Phone 418 877 7112 Fax 418 877 7123 1447 Begin St Laurent Montr al Qu bec H4R 1V8
23. porter cable com for a catalog or for the name of your nearest sup plier Since accessories other than those offered by Porter Cable e Delta have not been tested with this product use of such accessories could be hazardous For safest operation only Porter Cable Delta recommended accessories should be used with this product PORTER CABLE LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY Porter Cable warrants its Professional Power Tools for a period of one year from the date of original purchase We will repair or replace at our option any part or parts of the product and accessories covered under this warranty which after examination proves to be defective in workmanship or material during the warranty period For repair or replacement return the complete tool or accessory transportation prepaid to your nearest Porter Cable Service Center or Authorized Service Station Proof of purchase may be required This warranty does not apply to repair or replacement required due to misuse abuse normal wear and tear or repairs attempted or made by other than our Service Centers or Authorized Service Stations ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE WILL LAST ONLY FOR ONE 1 YEAR FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE To obtain information on warranty performance please write to PORTER CABLE CORPORATION 4825 Highway 45 North Jackson Tennessee 38305 Attention Product Service THE FOREGOING OBLIGATION IS
24. reate sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes 3 Keep bystanders children and visitors away while operating a power tool Distractions can cause you to lose control ELECTRICAL SAFETY 1 Do not abuse the cord Never use the cord to carry the tool Keep cord away from heat oil sharp edges or moving parts Replace damaged cords immediately Damaged cords increase the risk of electric shock 2 A battery operated tool with integral batteries or a separate battery pack must be recharged only with the specified charger for the battery A charger that may be suitable for one type of battery may create a risk of fire when used with another battery 3 Use battery operated tool only with specifically designated battery pack Use of any other batteries may create a risk of fire 2 N ae 908935 04 04 03 gxd 4 4 03 10 02 AM Rage 3 ay PERSONAL SAFETY 1 Stay alert watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool Do not use tool while tired or under the influence of drugs alcohol or medication A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury 2 Dress properly Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry Contain long hair Keep your hair clothing and gloves away from moving parts Loose clothes jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving parts 3 Avoid accidental starting Be sure switch is in the locked or off position before inserting b
25. reduce the total work life of the pack Discharging the pack beyond this point can damage the pack NOTE Battery temperature will increase during and shortly after use Batteries may not accept a full charge if they are charged immediately after use Allow the battery pack to cool to room temperature before charging for best results The battery charger may rest on the four pads provided on the bottom of the case or be mounted on a wall by utilizing the two key hole slots provided N UE 908935 04 04 03 qxd 4 4 03 10 02 AM Rage 9 ie ACAUTION Vent slots in top and bottom of charger must not be obstructed Do not charge battery when temperature is BELOW 40 F 4 4 C or ABOVE 104 F 40 C FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION FOREWORD Your Porter Cable Cordless Router is designed for on site use without electricity The Porter Cable Cordless Router is truly a portable tool that can be used with accuracy and ease for all router applications ASSEMBLY SELECTING THE BIT Model 290 is furnished with 4 diameter collet that will accommodate bits with 1 4 diameter shanks that are installed directly into the power unit collet Accessory collets are available that will allow the use of bits having 1 2 and 3 8 diameter shanks Ney Unule m Do not use router bits with a diameter in excess of 21 8 in this machine While preparing the router for use while making adjustments and when router is not in use
26. tool on a flat surface 4 Turn the power unit F Fig 4 CLOCKWISE until bit touches the work 5 Close the clamp A Fig 4 5 6 Rotate the depth adjusting ring B Fig 4 until the zero line C is opposite the index line D on the housing 7 Open the clamp A Fig 4 8 Tip the router so that the bit is clear of the wood surface Turn the power unit F Fig 4 CLOCKWISE until the index line D on the motor housing reaches the desired depth indicated on the ring 9 Close the clamp A Fig 4 Fig 4 NOTE Setting the index line to 1 4 on the ring means the cutting edge of the bit is exposed 1 4 below the base ADJUSTING SUB BASE ALIGNMENT Applications using a templet guide require the bit to be centered in the guide This in turn requires the center hole in the sub base to be in line with the collet of the motor unit Your model has an adjustable sub base which has been aligned at the factory If the sub base has been removed and or readjustment is required use the following procedure y Ne7 eu le Be sure that the power switch is in OFF position and the battery is removed to avoid accidental starting of motor which could result in personal injury 10 N UE 908935 04 04 03 qxd 4 4 03 10 02 AMy Rage 11 ie 1 Loosen the sub base mounting screws C Fig 4 just enough to allow the sub base D to move 2 Open the clamp A Fig 4 and adjust the power unit so that the collet
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