MTRT8 - Router BLACK & DECKER - Free user manual and instructions

Brand	Black & Decker
Model	MTRT8
Product type	Router (wood router)
Power	14.4 V battery (cordless)
No-load speed	0 - 9000 min⁻¹
Weight	1.3 kg (14.4V version) / 1.5 kg (Max version)
Collet size	1/4 inch (6.35 mm)
Max bit diameter	22 mm
Max depth of cut	25.4 mm
Sound pressure level	78.3 dB(A) (uncertainty 3 dB)
Sound power level	89 dB(A) (uncertainty 3 dB)
Vibration (total value)	< 2.5 m/s² (uncertainty 1.5 m/s²)
Warranty	24 months (applicable conditions)
Main functions	Routing, grooving, rabbeting, chamfering, engraving, edge shaping
Maintenance and cleaning	Clean after use, remove battery before maintenance, use a dust mask
Safety	Wear goggles and mask, do not touch hot blade, use insulated gripping surfaces
Spare parts and repairability	Replacement bits, dust extraction adapter, collet, tightening wrench
General information	Household use only, do not use for metal, do not use in fixed mode

Frequently Asked Questions - MTRT8 BLACK & DECKER

How to change the bit of the MTRT8 router?

Lock the spindle by pressing the lock button (11). Use the supplied wrench to loosen the collet (13) counterclockwise. Insert the new bit by pushing it fully in and then pulling it out about 1.5 mm. Tighten the collet clockwise while holding the lock button.

How to adjust the routing depth?

Press the lock button (11) and turn the base of the router. Turn clockwise to increase depth, counterclockwise to decrease. Two full turns correspond to approximately 2 mm. Release the button when the desired depth is reached.

Can I use the MTRT8 for cutting metal?

No, it is not recommended to use the router for metal. The tool is designed for wood and wood-based products only.

How to install the dust extraction adapter?

Hold the bit (10) at an angle to the dust extraction adapter (15), then fix the bit into the adapter. Make sure the inner side (18) of the adapter is inserted between the two supports of the chip deflector (14). Then connect a vacuum hose.

What is the rotation speed of the tool?

The no-load speed is 0 to 9000 min⁻¹. The tool should always run at maximum speed for optimal results.

What types of bits are available for the MTRT8?

Bits include: straight (grooves), finish, rabbet, V-groove, round head, cove, ogee, roundover, dovetail, and chamfer. Refer to the bit chart in the manual.

How to maintain the MTRT8 router?

After each use, clean the tool of any dust and debris. Wear a dust mask when cleaning. Do not allow children or pregnant women in the work area. Remove the battery before any maintenance.

What is the warranty of the MTRT8?

Black & Decker offers a 24-month warranty from the date of purchase, covering defects in materials or workmanship. The warranty does not apply in case of professional use, misuse, or unauthorized repairs.

Can I use the router in fixed mode?

No, never try to use the tool in fixed mode. It is designed for manual use only.

How to know if the battery is removed before assembly?

Before any assembly or bit change, remove the battery from the tool to avoid accidental start. Check that the tool is switched off.

USER MANUAL MTRT8 BLACK & DECKER

Your BLACK+DECKER multi-purpose tool has been designed for a wide range of DIY applications. Using the router head (MTRT8), this tool is intended for routing wood and wood products. This tool is intended for consumer use only.

Safety instructions

General power tool safety warnings

Warning! Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.

Warning! Read all safety warnings and all instructions provide with your power tool (MT143, MT350, MT108 or MT18) before using this accessory. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.

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Save all warnings and instructions for future reference. The term "power tool" in the warnings refers to your mains operated (corded) power tool or battery operated (cordless) power tool.

Warning! Additional safety warnings for routerss

Hold the power tool by insulated gripping surfaces only, when performing an operation where the cutting tool may contact hidden wiring or its own cord. Contact with a "live" wire will also make exposed metal parts of the power tool "live" and could give the operator an electric shock.
Use clamps or another practical way to secure and support the workpiece to a stable platform. Holding the work by hand or against your body leaves it unstable and may lead to loss of control.
Keep hands away from cutting area. Never reach underneath the work piece for any reason. Do not insert fingers or thumb into the vicinity of the rotating blade. Do not stabilize the saw by gripping the shoe.

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Keep blades sharp. Dull or damaged blades may cause the router to swerve or stall under pressure. Always use the appropriate type of router bit for the workpiece material and type of cut.
Do not touch the workpiece or the blade immediately after operating the tool. They can become very hot.
Be aware of hidden hazards, before cutting into walls, floors or ceilings, check for the location of wiring and pipes.
The blade will continue to move after releasing the switch. Always switch the tool off and wait for the router blade to come to a complete standstill before putting the tool down.

Warning! Contact with, or inhalation of dusts arising from cutting applications may endanger the health of the operator and possible bystanders. Wear a dust mask specifically designed for protection against dust and fumes and ensure that persons within or entering the work area are also protected.

Thoroughly remove all dust after routing.

Only use router bits with a shank diameter equal to the size of the collet installed in the tool.
Only use router bits suitable for the no-load speed of the tool.
Never use router bits with a diameter exceeding the maximum diameter specified in the technical data section.
Do not use the tool in an inverted position.
Do not attempt to use the tool in a stationary mode.
Take special care when routing where the paint is possibly lead based or when routing some woods which may produce toxic dust:

Do not let children or pregnant women enter the work area.
Do not eat, drink or smoke in the work area.
Dispose of dust particles and any other debris safely.

The intended use is described in this instruction manual. The use of any accessory or attachment or performance of any operation with this tool other than those recommended in this instruction manual may present a risk of personal injury and/or damage to property.

Features (fig. A)

This tool includes some or all of the following features.

1. Router head
2. Spindle lock button
3. Lock off button
4. Collet
5. Chip deflector
6. Dust Extraction adaptor
7. Straight router bit
8. Rounding over router bit

Assembly

Warning! Before assembly, remove the battery from the tool.

Fitting a router bit (fig. B)

Warning! Router bits are sharp,use care when handling them.

Note: This router is not reccomended for use with raised panel bits.

The router is equipped with a spindle lock feature that makes changing bits easy. Lock the spindle shaft by depressing the spindle lock button (11) as shown in figure B and use the supplied wrench to loosen (anti-clockwise) the collet (13).

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Keep the spindle lock button (11) depressed and rotate the spindle until the spindle lock fully engages.
Place the router upside down on a smooth, flat surface.
Loosen the collet (13) using the wrench provided. Insert the shank of the router bit into the collet (13).
When installing router bits, be sure they are inserted as far as possible and then pulled out about 1.5mm
Keep the spindle lock button (11) depressed and tighten the collet (13) clockwise (do not overtighten) using the wrench provided.

Note: If the router base is set at its maximum depth, the collet nut cannot be tightened properly. Always ensure that if the router base is adjusted to its maximum depth it must be backed off several rotations (counterclockwise) before tightening or loosening router bits. See "Setting the Routing Depth" below for router base adjustment.

Warning! Never tighten the collet without a router bit inserted. Tightening the collet without a router bit inserted may cause damage to the collet.

(Original instructions)

Setting the routing depth (fig. B)

Keep the spindle lock button (11) depressed and rotate the router base.
Rotating the base clockwise will increase the routing depth.
Rotating the base anti-clockwise will decrease the routing depth.
Two complete revolutions of the base is equal to about 2 millimeters in the change of depth.
After obtaining the desired routing depth, release the spindle lock button (11).
Continue turning the base until the notch under the spindle lock button aligns with the next closest locking slot.

Fitting the dust extraction adaptor (fig. D)

The dust extraction adaptor is used to connect a vacuum cleaner or dust extractor to the tool. Dust extraction must be used when cutting wood

Holding the router head (10) at a slight angle to the dust extraction adaptor (15), clip the router head (10) into the dust extraction adaptor (15). Ensure that the inner side (18) of the dust extraction adaptor (15) is inserted between two legs of the chip deflector (14)
Connect a vacuum cleaner hose by sliding it into the dust extraction outlet.

Use

Warning! Let the tool work at its own pace. Do not overload.

Warning! Do not touch work piece or router bit immediately after operating the tool. They can become very hot. Handle carefully. Always allow accessories and workpiece to cool before handling.

Note! This router is not recommended for metal cutting applications.

Note! This router is not recommended for plunge routing applications.

Switching on and off

Note: Ensure the forward reverse slider (2) is not in the locked position.

To switch the tool on, press in the lock off button (12) then press the variable speed switch (1). The tool should always be run at full speed.
Release the lock off button.
To switch the tool off, release the variable speed switch.

Routing (fig. E)

Make sure that the material to be cut is clamped down and is stable enough to support the router during operation.

Use both hands on the power unit to control the router, and run the router at full speed at all times.
Move the router counterclockwise when cutting outside edges. Move clockwise when cutting inside edges.

Hints for optimum use

When working on outside edges, move the tool counterclockwise (fig. E). When working on inside edges, move the tool clockwise.
Use pilot (ball bearing) router bits for edge profile cutting.
Use HSS router bits for softwood.
Use TCT router bits for hardwood.
Not recommended for plunge cutting.
Refer to the table below for common types of router bits.

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Router bits (fig. E)

Description Application
Straight bit (1)	Grooves and rebates
Trimming bit (2)	Trimming laminates or hardwood; accurate profiling using a template
Rebating bit (3)	Rebates on straight or curved workpieces
V-grooving bit (4)	Grooves, engraving and edge bevelling
Core box bit (5)	Fluting, engraving and decorative edge
moulding Cove bit (6) Decorative edge moulding
Ogee moulding bit (7) Decorative edge moulding
Rounding over bit (8) Rounding over edges
Dovetail bit (9) Dovetail joints
Chamfer bit (10) Chamfer edges

Accessories

The performance of your tool depends on the accessory used. BLACK+DECKER and Piranha accessories are engineered to high quality standards and designed to enhance the performance of your tool. By using these accessories you will get the very best from your tool.

Technical data

		MTRT8 (14.4V) (H1)	MTRT8 (Max) (H1)
No-load speed min	-1	0-9000 0-9000
Weight	kg 1.3	1.5
Collet size Inch		1/4 1/4
Collet size mm		6.35 6.35
Max dismeter of router bitt	mm	25.4 25.4
Max. depth of cut mm		25.4 25.4

Level of sound pressure according to EN 60745:

Sound pressure (LpA) 78.3 dB(A), uncertainty (K) 3 dB(A)

Sound power (LWA) 89. dB(A), uncertainty (K) 3 dB(A)

Vibration total values (triax vector sum) according to EN 60745:

Vibration (ah) < 2.5 m/s2, uncertainty (K) 1.5 m/s2

Guarantee

Black & Decker is confident of the quality of its products and offers an outstanding guarantee. This guarantee statement is in addition to and in no way prejudices your statutory rights. The guarantee is valid within the territories of the Member States of the European Union and the European Free Trade Area.

If a Black & Decker product becomes defective due to faulty materials, workmanship or lack of conformity, within 24 months from the date of purchase, Black & Decker guarantees to replace defective parts, repair products subjected to fair wear and tear or replace such products to ensure minimum inconvenience to the customer unless:

The product has been used for trade, professional or hire purposes;
The product has been subjected to misuse or neglect;
The product has sustained damage through foreign objects, substances or accidents;
Repairs have been attempted by persons other than authorised repair agents or Black & Decker service staff.

To claim on the guarantee, you will need to submit proof of purchase to the seller or an authorised repair agent. You can check the location of your nearest authorised repair agent by contacting your local Black & Decker office at the address indicated in this manual. Alternatively, a list of authorised Black & Decker repair agents and full details of our after-sales service and contacts are available on the Internet at: www.2helpU.com

Please visit our website www.blackanddecker.co.uk to register your new BLACK+DECKER product and to be kept up to date on new products and special offers. Further information on the BLACK+ DECKER brand and our range of products is available at www.blackanddecker.co.uk

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EC declaration of conformity MACHINERY DIRECTIVE

MTRT8

Black & Decker declares that these products described under "technical data" are in compliance with:

2006/42/EC, EN60745-1, EN60745-2-17

These products also comply with Directive 2014/30/EU and 2011/65/EU. For more information, please contact Black & Decker at the following address or refer to the back of the manual.

The undersigned is responsible for compilation of the technical file and makes this declaration on behalf of Black & Decker.

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