Manual Skil 1820 (page 7 of 48) (English, German, Dutch, Danish, French, Italian, Polish, Portuguese, Swedish, Turkish, Spanish, Norwegian, Finnish)

427109

Zoom out

Zoom in

1/48

INTRODUCTION

● This tool is intended to route slots for biscuit connections

in wood and similar materials

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 1

SAFETY

GENERAL

● Read and save this instruction manual (pay special

attention to the safety instructions at the back)

● Only use tool with base completely assembled

● This tool should not be used by people under the age of

16 years

● Always disconnect plug from power source before

making any adjustment or changing any accessory

ACCESSORIES

● SKIL can assure flawless functioning of the tool only

when original accessories are used

● Before using accessories always compare the maximum

allowed r.p.m. of that specific accessory with the r.p.m.

of the tool

● Do not use damaged, deformed or vibrating routing blades

● Only use sharp blades

● Protect accessories from impact, shock and grease

● Do not use a routing blade that is larger than the

maximum recommended size

● Only use routing blades with a hole diameter of 22 mm

BEFORE USE

● Avoid damage that can be caused by screws, nails and

other elements in your workpiece; remove them before

you start working

● Always check that the supply voltage is the same as the

voltage indicated on the nameplate of the tool (tools with

a rating of 230V or 240V can also be connected to a

220V supply)

● Always check the proper functioning of the guard

retraction mechanism by first pulling backwards base

assembly R 2 and then releasing it, after which the

base assembly should return to its original position

● Do not work with materials containing asbestos

● Clamp the workpiece in case it does not remain

stationary from its own weight

● Do not clamp the tool in a vice

● Use completely unrolled and safe extension cords with a

capacity of 16 Amps (UK 13 Amps)

● The noise level when working can exceed 85 dB(A);

wear ear protection

● Wear a dust protection mask when working with materials

which produce dust that is detrimental to health; inform

yourself beforehand about the materials to be worked on

● Be sure tool is switched off when plugging in

DURING USE

● Always keep the cord away from moving parts of the

tool; direct the cord to the rear, away from the tool

● Never use tool when cord or base assembly R 2

(=protective guard) is damaged; have it replaced by a

qualified person

● Keep hands away from rotating accessories

● In case of electrical or mechanical malfunction,

immediately switch off the tool and disconnect the plug

● In case the routing blade is blocked, resulting in jerking

forces on the tool, immediately switch off the tool

● In case of current interruption or when the plug is

accidentally pulled out, unlock the on/off switch

immediately and put it in the OFF-position in order to

prevent uncontrolled restarting

● Do not apply so much pressure on the tool that it comes

to a standstill

AFTER USE

● After switching off the tool, never stop the rotation of the

accessory by a lateral force applied against it

WHEN CONNECTING NEW 3-PIN PLUG (U.K. ONLY):

● Do not connect the blue (= neutral) or brown (= live) wire

in the cord of this tool to the earth terminal of the plug

● If for any reason the old plug is cut off the cord of this

tool, it must be disposed of safely and not left unattended

USE

● On/off locking switch

- switch on tool by pushing switch A 2 forward

! be aware of the sudden impact when the tool is

switched on

! before the blade reaches the workpiece, the tool

should run at full speed

- lock switch by pushing down front end of switch

- unlock switch/switch off tool by pushing down back

end of switch

! before switching off the tool, you should pull it

back from the workpiece

● Dust suction 3

- empty dust bag regularly for optimal dust pick-up

performance

- for using vacuum cleaner pull off dust bag C from

vacuum cleaner adapter D and mount vacuum cleaner

● Front fence 4

- for keeping constant height when making joints

- for proper guidance when cutting

- suitable for 0°/45°/90° joints

- front fence E can be adjusted for setting height with

hex key F 2 (line of cut indicator G can be used as

reference)

● Adjusting cutting depth 5

Your tool is equipped with a wheel allowing you to adjust

the cutting depth for the plate size you wish to use (type

0, 10 or 20)

- pull and turn wheel H to select required plate size

- place tool with front fence against wall or piece of wood

- push tool forward until it stops and hold it in that position

- ensure that indicator J lines up slightly past selected

size mark on scale; if not, use adjusting knob K

● Holding and guiding the tool

! always use top handle B 2 for safe control and

ease of operation

- keep the ventilation slots L 2 uncovered

● Standard joint 6

- mark center of slot (at least 50 mm from outer edge of

board)

- in case of 2 or more slots allow at least 25 mm in

between

- for proper alignment mark all slots on both boards at

the same time

XP SKIL 1820.2 28-05-2002 11:57 Pagina 7

Report abuse

Libble takes abuse of its services very seriously. We're committed to dealing with such abuse according to the laws in your country of residence. When you submit a report, we'll investigate it and take the appropriate action. We'll get back to you only if we require additional details or have more information to share.

Product:

Forumrules

To achieve meaningful questions, we apply the following rules:

First, read the manual;
Check if your question has been asked previously;
Try to ask your question as clearly as possible;
Did you already try to solve the problem? Please mention this;
Is your problem solved by a visitor then let him/her know in this forum;
To give a response to a question or answer, do not use this form but click on the button 'reply to this question';
Your question will be posted here and emailed to our subscribers. Therefore, avoid filling in personal details.

new questions and answers
new manuals

You will receive an email to register for one or both of the options.

Get your user manual by e-mail

Enter your email address to receive the manual of Skil 1820 in the language / languages: English, German, Dutch, Danish, French, Italian, Polish, Portuguese, Swedish, Turkish, Spanish, Norwegian, Finnish as an attachment in your email.

The manual is 0,83 mb in size.

You will receive the manual in your email within minutes. If you have not received an email, then probably have entered the wrong email address or your mailbox is too full. In addition, it may be that your ISP may have a maximum size for emails to receive.

The manual is sent by email. Check your email

If you have not received an email with the manual within fifteen minutes, it may be that you have a entered a wrong email address or that your ISP has set a maximum size to receive email that is smaller than the size of the manual.

The email address you have provided is not correct.

Please check the email address and correct it.

Your question is posted on this page

Would you like to receive an email when new answers and questions are posted? Please enter your email address.

Info

Skil 1820 Manual

Product: