3612 - Router MAKITA - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL 3612 MAKITA

INSTRUCTION MANUAL MANUEL D'INSTRUCTION

MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES

DOUBLE INSULATION DOUBLE ISOLATION DOBLE AISLAMIENTO Collet chuck capacity 3612C 1/2” Plunge capacity

0 - 60 mm (0 - 2-3/8”)

No load speed (RPM) 22,000/min. 9,000 - 23,000/min. Overall length 324 mm (12-3/4”) Net weight

6.0 kg (13.2 lbs)

• Due to our continuing programme of research and development, the specifications herein are subject to change without notice.
• Note: Specifications may differ from country to country. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.

Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.

When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock. GEA001-3

WARNING:

Read all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. The term “power tool” in all of the warnings listed below refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool. Personal safety

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered and dark areas invite accidents.

Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.

Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.

10. Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Safety equipment such as dust mask, non-skid

safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.

11. Avoid accidental starting. Ensure the switch is in

the off-position before plugging in. Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or plugging in power tools that have the switch on invites accidents. Electrical safety

Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.

Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded. 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.

12. Remove any adjusting key or wrench before

turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.

13. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the

power tool in unexpected situations.

14. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or

jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves

GEB018-1 away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be caught in moving parts.

15. If devices are provided for the connection of

dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used. Use of these devices can reduce dust-related hazards. DO NOT let comfort or familiarity with product (gained from repeated use) replace strict adherence to router safety rules. If you use this tool unsafely or incorrectly, you can suffer serious personal injury.

1. Hold power tools by insulated gripping surfaces

when performing an operation where the cutting tool 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. 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.

3. Wear hearing protection during extended period

4. Handle the bits very carefully.

5. Check the bit carefully for cracks or damage

before operation. Replace cracked or damaged bit immediately.

6. Avoid cutting nails. Inspect for and remove all

nails from the workpiece before operation.

7. Hold the tool firmly with both hands.

8. Keep hands away from rotating parts.

9. Make sure the bit is not contacting the workpiece before the switch is turned on.

10. Before using the tool on an actual workpiece,

let it run for a while. Watch for vibration or wobbling that could indicate improperly installed bit.

11. Be careful of the bit rotating direction and the

12. Do not leave the tool running. Operate the tool

only when hand-held.

13. Always switch off and wait for the bit to come to

a complete stop before removing the tool from workpiece.

14. Do not touch the bit immediately after operation; it may be extremely hot and could burn

15. Do not smear the tool base carelessly with thinner, gasoline, oil or the like. They may cause

cracks in the tool base.

16. Draw attention to the need to use cutters of the

correct shank diameter and which are suitable for the speed of the tool.

17. Some material contains chemicals which may

be toxic. Take caution to prevent dust inhalation and skin contact. Follow material supplier safety data.

18. Always use the correct dust mask/respirator for

the material and application you are working with. Power tool use and care

16. Do not force the power tool. Use the correct

power tool for your application. The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.

17. Do not use the power tool if the switch does not

turn it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.

18. Disconnect the plug from the power source and/

or the battery pack from the power tool before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.

19. Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with

the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.

20. Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or

binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tools operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.

21. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly

maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.

22. Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits

etc. in accordance with these instructions and in the manner intended for the particular type of power tool, taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the power tool for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation. Service

23. Have your power tool serviced by a qualified

repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.

24. Follow instruction for lubricating and changing

25. Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil and

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Now, your predetermined depth of cut can be obtained by loosening the lock lever and then lowering the tool body until the stopper pole makes contact with the adjusting hex bolt. By turning the knob, the upper limit of the tool body can be adjusted. When the tip of the bit is retracted more than required in relation to the base plate surface, turn the knob to lower the upper limit.

WARNING:

MISUSE or failure to follow the safety rules stated in this instruction manual may cause serious personal injury. SYMBOLS

1. Knob

USD201-2 The followings show the symbols used for tool.

CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before adjusting or checking function on the tool. CAUTION: Since excessive cutting may cause overload of the motor or difficulty in controlling the tool, the depth of cut should not be more than 20 mm (13/16”) at a pass when cutting grooves. When you wish to cut grooves more than 20 mm (13/16”) deep, make several passes with progressively deeper bit settings. Do not lower the knob too low. The bit will protrude dangerously. Stopper block

Adjusting the depth of cut

1. Stopper pole

2. Fast-feed button

3. Adjusting hex

4. Stopper block

The stopper block has three adjusting hex bolts which raise or lower 0.8 mm (1/32”) per turn. You can easily obtain three different depths of cut using these adjusting hex bolts without readjusting the stopper pole. Adjust the lowest hex bolt to obtain the deepest depth of cut, following the method of “Adjusting depth of cut”. Adjust the two remaining hex bolts to obtain shallower depths of cut. The differences in height of these hex bolts are equal to the differences in depths of cut. To adjust the hex bolts, first loosen the hex nuts on the hex bolts with the wrench and then turn the hex bolts. After obtaining the desired position, tighten the hex nuts while holding the hex bolts in that desired position. The stopper block is also convenient for making three passes with progressively deeper bit settings when cutting deep grooves.

Place the tool on a flat surface. Loosen the lock lever and lower the tool body until the bit just touches the flat surface. Press the lock lever down to lock the tool body. Now lower the stopper pole until it makes contact with the adjusting hex bolt. The stopper pole can be moved rapidly by depressing the fast-feed button. While pressing the fast-feed button, raise the stopper pole until the desired depth of cut is obtained. The depth of cut is equal to the distance between the stopper pole and the adjusting hex bolt. Stopper pole travel can be checked with the scale (1 mm or 1/16” per graduation) on the tool body. Minute depth adjustments can be obtained by turning the stopper pole (1.5 mm or about 1/16” per turn).

1. Switch lever

CAUTION: Before plugging in the tool, always check to see that the tool is switched off.

• Switch can be locked in “ON” position for ease of operator comfort during extended use. Apply caution when locking tool in “ON” position and maintain firm grasp on tool.
• Make sure that the shaft lock is released before the switch is turned on.
• Hold the tool firmly when turning off the tool, to overcome the reaction. To start the tool, move the switch lever to the I (ON) position. To stop the tool, move the switch lever to the O (OFF) position.

RPM 9,000 12,000 15,000 19,000 23,000 CAUTION: If the tool is operated continuously at low speeds for a long time, the motor will get overloaded, resulting in tool malfunction. The speed adjusting dial can be turned only as far as 5 and back to 1. Do not force it past 5 or 1, or the speed adjusting function may no longer work. ASSEMBLY

CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before carrying out any work on the tool. Installing or removing the bit

Electric brake This tool is equipped with an electric brake. If the tool consistently fails to quickly stop after switch lever moving to the O (OFF) position, have tool serviced at a Makita service center.

CAUTION: Install the bit securely. Always use only the wrench provided with the tool. A loose or overtightened bit can be dangerous. Do not tighten the collet nut without inserting a bit or install small shank bits without using a collet sleeve. Either can lead to breakage of the collet cone. Speed adjusting dial

For model 3612C only

1. Speed adjusting dial

1. Wrench

2. Shaft lock

3. Lock lever

Insert the bit all the way into the collet cone. Press the shaft lock to keep the shaft stationary and use the wrench to tighten the collet nut securely. When using router bits with smaller shank diameter, first insert the appropriate collet sleeve into the collet cone, then install the bit as described above. To remove the bit, follow the installation procedure in reverse. The tool speed can be changed by turning the speed adjusting dial to a given number setting from 1 to 5. Higher speed is obtained when the dial is turned in the direction of number 5. And lower speed is obtained when it is turned in the direction of number 1. This allows the ideal speed to be selected for optimum material processing, i.e. the speed can be correctly adjusted to suit the material and bit diameter. Refer to the table for the relationship between the number settings on the dial and the approximate tool speed.

CAUTION: Before operation, always make sure that the tool body automatically rises to the upper limit and the bit does not protrude from the tool base when the lock lever is loosened. Before operation, always make sure that the chip deflector is installed properly.

1. Feed direction

2. Bit revolving

3. Workpiece

4. Straight guide

1. Chip deflector

Straight guide (optional accessory)

Set the tool base on the workpiece to be cut without the bit making any contact. Then turn the tool on and wait until the bit attains full speed. Lower the tool body and move the tool forward over the workpiece surface, keeping the tool base flush and advancing smoothly until the cutting is complete. When doing edge cutting, the workpiece surface should be on the left side of the bit in the feed direction. The straight guide is effectively used for straight cuts when chamfering or grooving. Install the straight guide on the guide holder with the wing bolt (B). Insert the guide holder into the holes in the tool base and tighten the wing bolt (A). To adjust the distance between the bit and the straight guide, loosen the wing bolt (B) and turn the fine adjusting screw (1.5 mm or about 1/16” per turn). At the desired distance, tighten the wing bolt (B) to secure the straight guide in place.

1. Wing bolt (A)

2. Guide holder

3. Fine adjusting

4. Wing bolt (B)

5. Straight guide

1. Workpiece

2. Bit revolving direction

3. View from the top of the 4. Feed direction

Wider straight guide of desired dimensions may be made by using the convenient holes in the guide to bolt on extra pieces of wood. Moving the tool forward too fast may cause a poor quality of cut, or damage to the bit or motor. Moving the tool forward too slowly may burn and mar the cut. The proper feed rate will depend on the bit size, the kind of workpiece and depth of cut. Before beginning the cut on the actual workpiece, it is advisable to make a sample cut on a piece of scrap lumber. This will show exactly how the cut will look as well as enable you to check dimensions. When using the straight guide or the trimmer guide, be sure to install it on the right side in the feed direction. This will help to keep it flush with the side of the workpiece.

Trimmer guide (optional accessory) When using a large diameter bit, attach pieces of wood to the straight guide which have a thickness of more than 15 mm (5/8”) to prevent the bit from striking the straight guide. When cutting, move the tool with the straight guide flush with the side of the workpiece.

Templet guide (optional accessory)

Trimming, curved cuts in veneers for furniture and the like can be done easily with the trimmer guide. The guide roller rides the curve and assures a fine cut. Install the trimmer guide on the guide holder with the wing bolt (B). Insert the guide holder into the holes in the tool base and tighten the wing bolt (A). To adjust the distance between the bit and the trimmer guide, loosen the wing bolt (B) and turn the fine adjusting screw (1.5 mm or 1/16” per turn). When adjusting the guide roller up or down, loosen the wing bolt (C). After adjusting, tighten all the wing bolts securely. The templet guide provides a sleeve through which the bit passes, allowing use of the tool with templet patterns. To install the templet guide, loosen the screws on the tool base, insert the templet guide and then tighten the screws.

Bit Base Templet Workpiece Distance (X) Outside diameter of the templet guide

7. Templet guide

When cutting, move the tool with the guide roller riding the side of the workpiece. Secure the templet to the workpiece. Place the tool on the templet and move the tool with the templet guide sliding along the side of the templet.

1. Wing bolt (A)

2. Guide holder

3. Fine adjusting

4. Wing bolt (B)

5. Wing bolt (C)

6. Trimmer guide

7. Guide roller

The workpiece will be cut a slightly different size from the templet. Allow for the distance (X) between the bit and the outside of the templet guide. The distance (X) can be calculated by using the following equation: Distance (X) = (outside diameter of the templet guide - bit diameter) / 2

CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before attempting to perform inspection or maintenance. Replacing carbon brushes attachments might present a risk of injury to persons. Only use accessory or attachment for its stated purpose. If you need any assistance for more details regarding these accessories, ask your local Makita Service Center.

• Straight & groove forming bits
• Laminate trimming bits
• Templet guide adapter
• Collet sleeve 3/8”, 1/4”

1. Limit mark

Remove and check the carbon brushes regularly. Replace when they wear down to the limit mark. Keep the carbon brushes clean and free to slip in the holders. Both carbon brushes should be replaced at the same time. Use only identical carbon brushes. Use a screwdriver to remove the brush holder caps. Take out the worn carbon brushes, insert the new ones and secure the brush holder caps. EN0006-1

MAKITA LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY

Warranty Policy Every Makita tool is thoroughly inspected and tested before leaving the factory. It is warranted to be free of defects from workmanship and materials for the period of ONE YEAR from the date of original purchase. Should any trouble develop during this one year period, return the COMPLETE tool, freight prepaid, to one of Makita’s Factory or Authorized Service Centers. If inspection shows the trouble is caused by defective workmanship or material, Makita will repair (or at our option, replace) without charge. This Warranty does not apply where:

• repairs have been made or attempted by others:
• repairs are required because of normal wear and tear:
• the tool has been abused, misused or improperly maintained:
• alterations have been made to the tool. IN NO EVENT SHALL MAKITA BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FROM THE SALE OR USE OF THE PRODUCT.

THIS DISCLAIMER APPLIES BOTH DURING AND

AFTER THE TERM OF THIS WARRANTY.

MAKITA DISCLAIMS LIABILITY FOR ANY IMPLIED

WARRANTIES, INCLUDING IMPLIED WARRANTIES

OF “MERCHANTABILITY” AND “FITNESS FOR A SPECIFIC PURPOSE,” AFTER THE ONE YEAR TERM OF THIS WARRANTY. This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. Some states do not allow limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you. NOTE:

When replacing carbon brush located on the same side as the knob, remove the knob first before unscrewing the brush holder cap. CAUTION: Be sure to re-install the knob after inserting new carbon brush. After replacing brushes, plug in the tool and break in brushes by running tool with no load for about 10 minutes. Then check the tool while running and electric brake operation when releasing the switch trigger. If electric brake is not working well, ask your local Makita service center for repair. To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, any other maintenance or adjustment should be performed by Makita Authorized or Factory Service Centers, always using Makita replacement parts.

CAUTION: These accessories or attachments are recommended for use with your Makita tool specified in this manual. The use of any other accessories or

FRANÇAIS SPÉCIFICATIONS Modèle

WARNING 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 examples of these chemicals are:

• lead from lead-based paints,
• crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and
• 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, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles. Makita Corporation of America 2650 Buford Hwy., Buford, GA 30518 883865-940