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Adjusting freehand cutting guide
Ill.7
1. Adjust freehand cutting guide depth by loosening the depth gauge locking screw (1) and
moving the cutting guide foot in or out as required.
NOTE: Set the foot so the cutting bit protrudes beyond the cutting guide 1/8” more than
the thickness of the material being cut. For example, if you are cutting 5/8” drywall, the bit
should protrude 3/4” beyond the cutting guide.
2. Securely tighten depth gauge locking screw.
NOTE: Hand tightening is normally adequate. If you use a screwdriver (2), do not
overtighten the locking screw.
3. Before starting to cut, double-check the bit depth. Make sure the cutting guide is at a right
angle to the bit and securely tightened. Double-check the collet to make sure the bit is
securely fastened.
Practice cuts using the freehand cutting guide
Ill.8+9
Before attempting to work on an actual project, take the time to make a few practice cuts with
your Rotary Cutting Tool. Use some scraps of material that are the same material as will be
used in your actual project.
1. Draw a pattern similar to your first project on a scrap piece of material.
2. Install freehand cutting guide as shown in Ill. 6.
3. Install cutting bit in the collet as shown in Ill. 4.
4. Adjust depth of freehand cutting guide as shown in Ill. 7.
5. Rest the edge of the cutting guide on the workpiece with the bit at an angle of about 45°.
NOTE: DO NOT let the bit come into contact with the workpiece until the power switch is
turned ON and the tool is up to full speed.
WARNING: Before turning the power switch ON, make sure you are holding the
tool firmly with both hands. Starting torque will cause the tool to twist.
6. Set the speed control switch to the appropriate speed.
Warning!
Have you read “POWER TOOL SAFETY”, “ROTARY CUTTING TOOL SAFETY” and
“SYMBOLS” on pages 9 till 13 of this Manual? If not, please do so now before you
operate this Rotary Cutting Tool. Your safety depends on it!
Every time you use the Rotary Cutting Tool you should verify the following:
1. Bit is sharp and in good condition.
2. Bit is securely fastened in the collet.
3. Workpiece is properly secured.
4. Safety glasses are being worn.
Failure to adhere to these safety rules can greatly increase the chances of injury.
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12 Ferm
WARNING: Some of the following symbols may be used on your tool. Please study
them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow
you to operate the tool better and safer.
Vvolts
Aamperes
Hz hertz
Wwatt
kW kilowatts
ÌF microfarads
Llitres
Kg kilograms
Hhours
N/cm2newtons per square centimeter
Pa pascals
Min minutes
Sseconds
alternating current
three-phase alternating current
three-phase alternating current with neutral
direct current
n0no load speed
SYMBOLS
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