Router
MODEL RP1100/RP1101
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I N S T R U C T I O N M A N U A L
WARNING:
For your personal safety, READ and UNDERSTAND before using.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
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5. Avoid body contact with grounded sur-
faces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of
electric shock if your body is grounded.
14. Use safety equipment. Always wear eye
protection. Dust mask, non-skid safety
shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection must
be used for appropriate conditions. Ordinary
eye or sun glasses are NOT eye protection.
6. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet
conditions. Water entering a power tool will
increase the risk of electric shock.
Tool Use and Care
15. Use clamps or other practical way to
secure and support the workpiece to a
stable platform. Holding the work by hand or
against your body is unstable and may lead
to loss of control.
7. Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord
to carry the tools or pull the plug from an
outlet. Keep cord away from heat, oil,
sharp edges or moving parts. Replace
damaged cords immediately. Damaged
cords increase the risk of electric shock.
16. Do not force tool. Use the correct tool for
your application. The correct tool will do the
job better and safer at the rate for which it is
designed.
8. When operating a power tool outside, use
an outdoor extension cord marked “W-A”
or “W”. These cords are rated for outdoor
use and reduce the risk of electric shock.
17. Do not use tool if switch does not turn it
on or off. Any tool that cannot be controlled
with the switch is dangerous and must be
repaired.
Personal Safety
9. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and
use common sense when operating a
power tool. Do not use tool while tired or
under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or
medication. A moment of inattention while
operating power tools may result in serious
personal injury.
18. Disconnect the plug from the power
source before making any adjustments,
changing accessories, or storing the tool.
Such preventive safety measures reduce the
risk of starting the tool accidentally.
19. Store idle tools out of reach of children
and other untrained persons. Tools are
dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
10. Dress properly. Do not wear loose cloth-
ing or jewelry. Contain long hair. Keep
your hair, clothing, and gloves away from
moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long
hair can be caught in moving parts.
20. Maintain tools with care. Keep cutting
tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained
tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely
to bind and are easier to control.
11. Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch
is off before plugging in. Carrying tools with
your finger on the switch or plugging in tools
that have the switch on invites accidents.
21. Check for misalignment or binding of
moving parts, breakage of parts, and any
other condition that may affect the tools
operation. If damaged, have the tool ser-
viced before using. Many accidents are
caused by poorly maintained tools.
12. Remove adjusting keys or wrenches
before turning the tool on. A wrench or a
key that is left attached to a rotating part of
the tool may result in personal injury.
22. Use only accessories that are recom-
mended by the manufacturer for your
model. Accessories that may be suitable for
one tool, may become hazardous when used
on another tool.
13. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing
and balance at all times. Proper footing and
balance enables better control of the tool in
unexpected situations.
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24. When servicing a tool, use only identical
replacement parts. Follow instructions in
the Maintenance section of this manual.
Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow
Maintenance instructions may create a risk of
electric shock or injury.
SERVICE
23. Tool service must be performed only by
qualified repair personnel. Service or main-
tenance performed by unqualified personnel
could result in a risk of injury.
USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD: Use only three-wire extension cords that have three-
prong grounding-type plugs and three-pole receptacles that accept the tool’s plug. Make
sure your extension cord is in good condition. Replace or repair damaged or worn cord
immediately. When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the
current your product will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting
in loss of power and overheating. Table 1 shows the correct size to use depending on cord
length and nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gage. The smaller the
gage number, the heavier the cord.
Table 1: Minimum gage for cord
Volts
120 V
Total length of cord in feet
Ampere Rating
25 ft.
50 ft.
100 ft.
150 ft.
More Than
Not More Than
AWG
0
6
10
12
6
18
18
16
14
16
16
16
12
16
14
14
14
12
12
10
12
16
Not Recommended
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This tool should be grounded while in use to protect the operator from electric shock. The
tool is equipped with a three-conductor cord and three-prong grounding type plug to fit the
proper grounding type receptacle. The green (or green and yellow) conductor in the cord is
the grounding wire. Never connect the green (or green and yellow) wire to a live terminal.
Your unit is for use on 120 volts and has a plug that looks like Fig. “A”.
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An adapter Fig. “B” and “C” is available for connecting Fig. “A” type plugs to two- prong
receptacles. The green-colored rigid ear, lug, etc., extending from the adapter must be con-
nected to a permanent ground, such as a properly grounded outlet box.
Adapter
Grounding Means
Cover of Grounded
Grounding
Blade
Outlet Box
Fig. A
Fig. B
Fig. C
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
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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 tool 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.
6. Hold the tool firmly with both hands.
7. Keep hands away from rotating parts.
8. Make sure the bit is not contacting the
workpiece before the switch is turned on.
9. Before using the tool on an actual work-
piece, let it run for a while. Watch for
vibration or wobbling that could indicate
improperly installed bit.
2. Wear hearing protection during extended
period of operation.
3. Handle the bits very carefully.
10. Be careful of the bit rotating direction and
the feed direction.
4. Check the bit carefully for cracks or dam-
age before operation. Replace cracked or
damaged bit immediately.
11. Do not leave the tool running. Operate the
tool only when hand-held.
5. Avoid cutting nails. Inspect for and
remove all nails from the workpiece
before operation.
12. Always switch off and wait for the bit to
come to a complete stop before removing
the tool from workpiece.
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13. Do not touch the bit immediately after
operation; it may be extremely hot and
could burn your skin.
16. Draw attention to the need to use cutters
of the correct shank diameter and suitable
for the speed of the tool.
14. Always lead the power supply cord away
from the tool towards the rear.
17. Some material contains chemicals which
may be toxic. Take caution to prevent dust
inhalation and skin contact. Follow mate-
rial supplier safety data.
15. Do not smear the tool base carelessly with
thinner, gasoline, oil or the like. They may
cause cracks in the tool base.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING:
MISUSE or failure to follow the safety rules stated in this
instruction manual may cause serious personal injury.
SYMBOLS
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The followings show the symbols used for tool.
V .......................volts
................alternating current
....................no load speed
A .......................amperes
n
˚
Hz .....................hertz
.../min................revolutions or reciprocation per
minute
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FUNCTIONAL
DESCRIPTION
CAUTION:
•
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
unplugged before adjusting or checking function on the
tool.
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Adjusting the depth of cut
1
2
Place the tool on a flat surface. Press the lock lever down
and lower the tool body until the bit just touches the flat sur-
face. Release the lock lever to hold the tool body down.
Turn the stopper pole setting nut counterclockwise to loosen.
While pressing the fast-feed button, lower the stopper pole
until it makes contact with the adjusting hex bolt. Align the
depth pointer with the “0” graduation. The depth of cut is indi-
cated on the scale by the depth pointer. While pressing the
fast-feed button, raise the stopper pole until the desired
depth of cut is obtained. Minute depth adjustments can be
obtained by turning the adjusting knob (1.6 mm (1/16”) per
turn). After adjusting the depth of cut, turn the stopper pole
setting nut clockwise to fasten the stopper pole firmly.
Now, your predetermined depth of cut can be obtained by
pressing the lock lever and then lowering the tool body until
the stopper pole makes contact with the adjusting hex bolt of
the stopper block.
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5
6
3
4
1. Lock lever
2. Adjusting knob
3. Depth pointer
4. Fast-feed button
5. Stopper pole
6. Fast-feed button
7. Stopper pole setting nut
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Nylon nut
CAUTION:
1
•
Do not lower the nylon nut too low or the bit will protrude
dangerously.
By turning the nylon nut, 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 nylon
nut to lower the upper limit.
1. Nylon nut
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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 15 mm (9/16”) at a pass when cutting
grooves with an 8 mm (5/16”) diameter bit.
•
•
When cutting grooves with a 20 mm (13/16”) diameter
bit, the depth of cut should not be more than 5 mm
(3/16”) at a pass.
For extra-deep grooving operations, make two or three
passes with progressively deeper bit settings.
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Stopper block
1
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.
3
4
2
1. Stopper pole
2. Adjusting hex bolt
3. Hex nut
4. Stopper block
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 pro-
gressively deeper bit settings when cutting deep grooves.
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Switch action
CAUTION:
1
•
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.
1. Switch lever
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) posi-
tion.
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Speed adjusting dial
For model RP1101 only
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The tool speed can be changed by turning the speed adjust-
ing dial to a given number setting from 1 to 6.
1
Higher speed is obtained when the dial is turned in the direc-
tion of number 6. 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 mate-
rial processing, i.e. the speed can be correctly adjusted to
suit the material and bit diameter.
1. Speed adjusting dial
Refer to the table for the relationship between the number
settings on the dial and the approximate tool speed.
Number
RPM
8,000
1
2
3
4
5
6
10,000
14,000
18,000
22,000
24,000
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 6
and back to 1. Do not force it past 6 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.
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Installing or removing the bit
CAUTION:
1
•
•
•
Use always a collet which is suitable for the shank
diameter of the bit.
1
2
Do not tighten the collet chuck without inserting a bit, or
the collet chuck will break.
1. Wrench
When using bit of bigger than 1-1/4” in diameter, install
base plate with center hole diameter 2-1/2”, replacing
the original base plate.
2. Collet chuck
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Insert the bit all the way into the collet chuck and withdraw it
very slightly ( approx. 2mm;1/16” ). Then tighten the collet
chuck securely with the two wrenches.
These routers accommodate the bits with 1/2” diameter
shank. When using the 1/4” diameter shank bit, replace the
equipped collet chuck with the one for 1/4” diameter shank
bit which is provided as the standard accessory.
To remove the bit, follow the installation procedure in reverse.
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 with pressing the
lock lever down. Release the lock lever at the lowest position
and push it further to lock the tool body securely. Move the
tool forward over the workpiece surface, keeping the tool
base flush and advancing smoothly until the cutting is com-
plete.
OPERATION
When doing edge cutting, the workpiece surface should be
on the left side of the bit in the feed direction.
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2
4
4
1
2
3
1. Workpiece
3. View from the top of the tool
2. Bit revolving direction
4. Feed direction
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NOTE:
2
3
•
Make sure that the tool raises automatically when the
lock lever is loosened. The position of the bit must be
higher than the tool base when not operating.
1
•
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.
4
1. Feed direction
2. Bit revolving direction
3. Workpiece
4. Trimmer shoe, straight guide
10
•
When using the straight 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.
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Straight guide (optional accessory)
The straight guide is effectively used for straight cuts when
chamfering or grooving.
1
To install the straight guide, insert the guide bars into the
holes in the tool base. Adjust the distance between the bit
and the straight guide. At the desired distance, tighten the
hex socket bolts to secure the straight guide in place.
2
1. Hex socket bolts
2. Straight guide
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When cutting, move the tool with the straight guide flush with
the side of the workpiece.
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If the distance between the side of the workpiece and the
cutting position is too wide for the straight guide, or if the side
of the workpiece is not straight, the straight guide cannot be
used. In this case, firmly clamp a straight board to the work-
piece and use it as a guide against the base. Feed the tool in
the direction of the arrow.
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Templet guide (optional accessory)
The templet guide provides a sleeve through which the bit
passes, allowing use of the tool with templet patterns.
11
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To install the templet guide, insert the templet guide in center
hole in the base plate and secure in place with the lock nut.
1
4
2
3
1. Lock nut
2. Templet guide
3. Router bit
4. Base plate
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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.
6
1
2
3
4
5
1. Router bit
2. Base
3. Templet
4. Workpiece
5. Templet guide
6. Lock nut
MAINTENANCE
CAUTION:
•
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
unplugged before attempting to perform inspection or
maintenance.
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Replacing carbon brushes
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 iden-
tical carbon brushes.
1
1. Limit mark
12
003704
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.
1
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.
2
1. Brush holder cap
2. Screwdriver
ACCESSORIES
CAUTION:
•
These accessories or attachments are recommended for
use with your Makita tool specified in this manual. The
use of any other accessories or 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
Edge forming bits
Laminate trimming bits
Straight guide
Templet guides
Lock nut
Clear base plate (Center hole 2-1/2”)
Wrench 8
Wrench 27
Dust nozzle
13
Memo
14
Memo
15
Memo
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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 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
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AND AFTER THE TERM OF THIS WARRANTY.
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