MasterCraft 054-6821-2, Instruction Manual

Page 1: ...IMPORTANT Read and understand this instruction manual thoroughly before using the product INSTRUCTION MANUAL PLUNGE FIXED BASE ROUTER 054 6821 2 ...

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Page 3: ...bleshooting 20 Parts List 21 Warranty 23 NOTE If any parts are missing or damaged or if you have any questions please call our toll free helpline at 1 800 689 9928 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This manual contains important safety and operating instructions Read all instructions and follow them with use of this product TABLE OF CONTENTS ...

Page 4: ... tabs notes warnings headline bars continuation tabs notes warnings model no 054 6821 2 contact us 1 800 689 9928 4 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Rated Voltage 120 V 60 Hz Rated Power Input 11A No load Speed 25 000 RPM Collet Capacity 1 4 1 2 6 4 12 7 mm ...

Page 5: ...ailable for future reference IMPORTANT This tool should only be serviced by a qualified service technician For more information call the toll free helpline at 1 800 689 9928 READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS WARNING Read all safety warnings instructions illustrations and specifications provided with this power tool Failure to follow all ins...

Page 6: ...CI protected supply Use of an GFCI reduces the risk of electric shock PERSONAL SAFETY Stay alert watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs alcohol or medication A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury Use personal protective equipment Always ...

Page 7: ...ition that may affect the power tool s operation If damaged have the power tool repaired before use Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools Keep cutting tools sharp and clean Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control Use the power tool accessories and tool bits etc in accordance with these instructions taking int...

Page 8: ...ry always wear eye protection WARNING To reduce the risk of injury always wear ear protection Always make sure the work surface is free from nails and other foreign objects Cutting into a nail can cause the bit and the tool to jump and damage the bit Never hold the workpiece in one hand and hold the tool in the other hand when in use Never place hands near or below the cutting surface Clamping the...

Page 9: ...utton 12 Micro adjustment knob 4 Self releasing collet 13 Plunge depth locking lever 5 Handle 14 Depth rod locking knob 6 ON OFF switch 15 Depth stop turret 7 Fine adjustment dial with depth indicator ring 16 Dust extraction adaptor 8 Coarse adjustment knob 17 Handle 9 Vacuum port 18 Plunge base KEY PARTS DIAGRAM 1 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 2 3 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 4 NOTICE Before attempting to use this too...

Page 10: ...he spindle shaft and the 1 2 12 7 mm collet Place the wrench included on the 1 2 12 7 mm collet and turn it counter clockwise to loosen the collet slightly to accept the 1 4 6 4 mm collet sleeve fig 1a 5 Insert the 1 4 6 4 mm collet sleeve into the 1 2 12 7 mm collet assembly as far as it will go fig 1b 6 With the 1 4 6 4 mm collet sleeve inserted and the spindle lock button pressed in to engage t...

Page 11: ...the collet assembly as far as it will go then back the shank out until the cutter is approximately 1 8 to 1 4 3 2 to 6 4 mm away from the face of the collet 6 With the cutter bit inserted and the spindle lock button pressed in to engage the shaft place the wrench on the collet and turn it clockwise until the collet is firmly tightened on the cutter bit REMOVE THE CUTTER BIT 1 Turn the motor off an...

Page 12: ...open the motor clamp 4 Push in the coarse adjustment button while you lift the router motor out of the fixed base INSTALL THE MOTOR IN THE PLUNGE BASE fig 4 1 Disconnect the plug from the power supply 2 Place the plunge base on a flat surface 3 With the back of the plunge base facing you open the motor clamp and make sure that the plunge action is in the DOWN position with the plunge depth locking...

Page 13: ...ON ADAPTOR FOR THE FIXED BASE fig 6 To attach the dust extraction adaptor onto the fixed base align the two raised ribs on the dust extraction adaptor with the slots on the vacuum port and then insert the dust extraction adaptor into the vacuum port on the back of the fixed base Rotate the adaptor until it is secured on the base A 1 1 4 3 2 cm vacuum hose can be connected directly to the dust extr...

Page 14: ...oward two handles for plunge base secure the edge guide by turning two locking nuts clockwise DEPTH ADJUSTMENT WITH THE FIXED BASE fig 9 The fixed base is designed with a fine adjustment system When the bit is lowered to the approximate position desired coarse setting the system can then be micro adjusted to the precise depth Coarse Adjustment Depress the coarse adjustment button to quickly lower ...

Page 15: ...pth stop turret until the lowest step is aligned with the depth rod Loosen the depth rod locking knob and lower the depth rod until it contacts the lowest step of the turret Slide the depth indicator until the red line indicates zero on the depth scale this indicates the point at which the bit just contacts the work 3 To set a desired cutting depth slide the depth rod up until the red depth indica...

Page 16: ...ro increase the plunge depth raise the micro adjustment screw by turning the knob counter clockwise to the desired amount To micro reduce the plunge depth lower the micro adjustment screw by turning the knob clockwise to the desired amount TOGGLE ON OFF SWITCH fig 12 Your router motor is turned ON and OFF with the toggle switch located on the top cap of the motor housing The left side of the toggl...

Page 17: ...d to throw the bit away from the workpiece This is called Climb Cutting Climb Cutting may cause loss of control possibly resulting in personal injury When Climb Cutting is required e g backing around a corner exercise extreme caution to maintain control of the router The high speed of the cutter bit during a proper feeding operation left to right results in very little kickback under normal condit...

Page 18: ...uch as pine you may use a faster rate of feed When making deep cuts in hardwoods such as oak you should use a slower rate of feed FEEDING TOO RAPIDLY Forcing the feed of the cutting bit forward too rapidly slows the revolution of the cutting bit and the bit takes larger bites as it rotates Larger bites mean larger chips and a rough finish This forcing action can also cause the router motor to over...

Page 19: ...Keep brushes clean and sliding freely in their guide channels 5 Insert new brush assemblies into the guide channels with the carbon part going in first being certain to fit the two metal ears into their slots in the channel Remember to replace both end caps after inspecting or servicing the brushes 6 Tighten the caps snugly but do not overtighten The router should be allowed to run in run at no lo...

Page 20: ...s inappropriate for the collet Use only 1 4 6 4 mm diameter bits with the 1 4 6 4 mm collet use only 1 2 12 7 mm diameter bits with the 1 2 12 7 mm collet Bit cannot be removed Bit sticks together with the collet Remove the collet and bit together and then knock the bit out from the collet The motor cannot be clamped tightly The locking nut of the fixed or plunge base is loose Rotate the locking n...

Page 21: ...21 EXPLODED VIEW PARTS LIST ...

Page 22: ...crew 13 2823115000 Switch Assembly 45 5650407000 Wave Washer 14 3122851000 Seal Ring 46 5650013000 Washer 15 3125685000 Middle Housing 47 5620467000 Screw 16 3121064000 Cord Guard 48 3121637000 Chip Shield 17 4810002000 Power Cord Assembly 49 5620024000 Screw 18 3121049000 Rubber Spring 50 3322677000 Handle 19 19 3700249000 Washer 51 2823122000 Lever Assembly 20 2822038000 Inner Wire Assembly 52 3...

Page 23: ...00 Lock Bolt 85 2826747000 Mounting Assembly 72 2826744000 Plunge Frame Assembly 86 3122923000 Base Plate 73 3660254000 Torsion Spring 301 5620353000 Screw 74 5640045000 Bolt 302 3130301000 Vacuum Adaptor 75 3420398000 Plunge Lock Lever 303 3402471000 Wrench 76 5620040000 Screw 304 3123286000 Vacuum Adaptor 77 3123581000 Bellows Seal 305 3550560000 Collet 78 3660166000 Spring 306 2822286000 Parall...

Page 24: ...structions or which is being used for industrial professional commercial or rental purposes c this warranty will not apply to normal wear and tear or to expendable parts or accessories that may be supplied with the product that are expected to become inoperative or unusable after a reasonable period of use d this warranty will not apply to routine maintenance and consumable items such as but not l...

Page 25: ... in this warranty are not intended to limit modify take away from disclaim or exclude any statutory warranties set forth in any applicable provincial or federal legislation Made in China Imported by Mastercraft Canada Toronto Canada M4S 2B8 WARRANTY ...

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