Intended Use; Unpacking Your Tool; Before Use - CMT ORANGE TOOLS CMT7E Sicherheits- Und Bedienungsanleitung

Intended Use

Hand-held precision plunge router. Used for cutting profiles, grooves, edges and elongated holes
in natural and composite wood. Also used with guide bushes and templates for cutting shapes,
following patterns, as well as for stationary installation in compatible router table systems.
The tool must ONLY be used for its intended purpose. Any use other than those
mentioned in this manual will be considered a case of misuse. The operator,
and not the manufacturer, shall be liable for any damage or injury resulting from
such cases of misuse. The manufacturer shall not be liable for any modifications
made to the tool, nor for any damage resulting from such modifications.

Unpacking Your Tool

• Carefully unpack and inspect your new plunge router. Familiarise
yourself with all its features and functions
• Ensure that all parts of the tool are present and in good condition. If any parts are
missing or damaged, have such parts replaced before attempting to use this tool

Before Use

WARNING: Ensure the tool is disconnected from the power supply before
attaching or changing any accessories, or making any adjustments.
WARNING: Periodically, during prolonged use or when the router has been
transported or dropped, check the Plunge Spring Access Cap (21) is correctly located
and secured in place. It should sit parallel with the body of the tool with no visible
gap, and the securing screw should be correctly located to prevent the Plunge Spring
Access Cap from accidently unscrewing, see Image O. The plunge spring is tensioned
with sufficient force to cause serious injury if released in an uncontrolled manor. Always
follow the instructions carefully when removing and replacing the plunge spring.
Collet & cutter installation
Note: Wear protective gloves when inserting and removing
router bits due to the sharp edges of the cutters.
1. Place the router upside down on a secure flat surface, with the motor
completely stationary and the power cable removed from the mains
2. Plunge the router to its maximum depth by pressing the Winder Handle
Clutch Ring (17) (Image B) inwards, and turning the Winder Handle
(19) clockwise until the Collet (24) is protruding the base
Note: Ensure the Depth Stop (3) is fully retracted (see 'Depth stop and turret'). The
Collet should be protruding through the base, allowing easy spanner access
3. Using the Spanner (26) provided, loosen the Collet by turning it anti-clockwise
until removal
4. Select the desired Collet, and install into the Chuck (2) by screwing the Collet in clockwise
5. Insert the router cutter into the Collet ensuring that at least 20mm or 3/4
of the shaft (whichever is greater) is inserted into the Collet, then use the
Spanner to turn the Collet slightly, allowing the collet lock to engage (Image
C). Once engaged, turn the spanner clockwise to tighten the cutter
6. Return the router to a normal operating depth. This will disengage the collet lock and
release the retracting switch shutter, enabling access to the On/Off Power Switch (8)
Dust extraction port
Note: The CMT7E Router is equipped with a Dust Extraction Port (15) for chip extraction above
the cut. The Dust Extraction Port accepts hoses measuring 38mm (1 ") with lefthand threading
(anti-clockwise) (Image D).
Extended baseplate & fence installation
1. Locate the two Baseplate Mounting Knobs (13) and loosen them completely. This permits
the mounting studs to engage the router securing holes on the Extended Baseplate (28)
2. Turn both the plunge router and the Extended Baseplate upside down
3. Press the Baseplate Mounting Knobs on the plunge router inwards, to expose the mounting
studs
4. Align the mounting studs with the router securing holes on the Extended Baseplate, and
slide into the keyhole slots (Image K)
Note: The orientation of the Extended Baseplate depends on where the support is required. For
edge work, locate the On/Off Power Switch (8) on the short overhang side of the base
5. Tighten the Baseplate Mounting Knobs on the plunge router firmly to secure the plunge
router to the Extended Baseplate
6. To fit the Fence (23) loosen the fence knobs, and slide the Fence along the tracks on the
Extended Baseplate (Image L). Lock at the required setting by tightening both fence knobs
Note: When routing trenches at distance from an edge, fit the Fence to the long end of the
Extended Baseplate.
Note: When performing edge work with a non-bearing guided cutter, fit the Fence to the short
end of the baseplate (Image J).
Note: If using a very large diameter cutter it may be necessary to fix wooden blocks to the fence
faces via the screw holes, to ensure the cutter does not contact the Fence.
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Operation
WARNING: ALWAYS wear eye protection, adequate respiratory and hearing
protection, as well as suitable gloves, when working with this tool.
Switching ON & OFF
Note: When the router is connected to the power source, the On/Off
Power Switch (8) will illuminate in both 'On' and 'Off' positions.
Note: The Retracting Power Switch Cover (7) prevents accidental starting of the
router. It must be retracted before the router can be switched on. The Retracting
Power Switch Cover will remain open until the router is switched off.
1. Ensure that the plunge router is at the maximum extension of its travel, and that
the cutter will not conflict with any foreign objects when it is powered on
2. Connect the power cord to the mains, and slide the Retracting Power
Switch Cover back to reveal the On/Off Power Switch
3. Press the On/Off Power Switch in the 'I' position to turn the plunge router ON.
Whilst the On/Off Power Switch is in this position, the Retracting Power Switch
Cover will be prevented from re-covering the On/Off Power Switch
4. To turn OFF, press the On/Off Power Switch in the 'O' position. The
Retracting Power Switch Cover will slide back to its original position
Variable speed control
Note: Generally, the highest speed that does not cause burn marks on the workpiece should
be used. Where stated, always follow the cutter manufacturers' maximum speed limitations.
• Operating at reduced speed increases the risk of damage to the router as a
result of overload. Use very slow feed rates and/or multiple shallow cuts
• The Speed Controller (10) is marked 1 to 5, corresponding approximately with the
speeds and cutter diameters below. Turn the dial to select the required speed
Setting RPM
5 21,000
4 18,000
3 14,500
2 11,000
1 8000
EN EN
Cutter Diameter
Up to 25mm (1")
25-50mm (1"- 2")
")
50-65mm (2"- 2 ⁄
1
2
")
Over 65mm (2 ⁄
1
2
Use only if burning
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