CO/Tech RT150/1 Bedienungsanleitung Seite 5

Specific safety requirements for routers and router tables
• Read the router's handbook before attaching it to the table. Make sure that the router is securely
fastened to the table and that the tool can rotate freely before switching it on.
• Always unplug the mains lead before attaching the router to a table or workbench.
• Connect the mains lead to the table's emergency stop plug and the router's plug to the socket next to
the emergency stop switch. Never connect the router directly to the mains extension lead otherwise
the emergency stop/NVR switch will not work.
• Keep hands away from rotating parts.
• Do not wear any loose-fitting clothing, gloves, necklaces, bracelets or other jewellery that can get
caught in moving parts.
• Make sure that the workpiece is securely fastened with clamps, etc before using the router.
• Hold the router firmly in both hands and always feed the router against the direction of rotation.
• Do not touch the router cutter straight after cutting; it gets very hot during use.
• Make certain that the cutter has come to a complete stop before releasing the spindle lock.
• Do not force the router. Balance the router feed rate to the spindle speed, do not exert too much
pressure on the cutter or too little as this could leave burn marks on the wood.
• Always wear a visor or safety glasses. The router can eject wood chips into eyes and cause
permanent eye damage.
• Always wear ear defenders when working with routers; otherwise you will risk permanent hearing
impairment.
• Secure the router table to a stable surface at a comfortable working height.
• Always use extra support (roller stands, etc.) when working on long workpieces, otherwise the router table
could tip over.
• Use a push stick to protect your hands when cutting small pieces.
• Sawdust is a fire hazard and bad for your health, keep the work area clean using a vacuum or
dust extractor as soon as you have finished work.
• The cutter guard has a dust extraction port on the back.
• Always keep the cutting tools sharp, discard any tool that is damaged or vibrates too much.
• Hold the router firmly in place under the table when attaching it or altering the cutting depth so that it does
not fall onto the floor.
• Warning! Before starting work, always check that the router is switched off and unplugged. Check that the
workpiece passes under the cutter guard, rehearse the cut with the router switched off before cutting for real.
• Warning! Never leave the work area whilst the router bit/cutter is still rotating, always unplug the router
if it is to be left unattended.
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