PowerTec 71402 - Page 5

SAFETY RULES
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• NEVER trap a workpiece between the bit and the fence.
When forming a prole on the straight edge of a workpiece,
always rout with the bit housed in the fence and the edge of
the workpiece against thefence.
• Whenever routing a profile in which material is not being
removed below a protruding portion of the bit, or a part of
the profile is trapped between cutters above and below,
take extra precautions to prevent the workpiece from
lifting off the table surface during routing. A workpiece
lifting off the table can kick back and cause serious personal
injury. When routing these proles, it is especially important
to use straight, at stock and avoid warped, bowed, or
twistedstock.
• Always feed the workpiece against the rotation of the bit.
A table-mounted router spins the bit counterclockwise, so
feed the workpiece from right to left as you face the table.
This provides better control because the rotation of the bit is
backward and toward the fence instead of forward and away
fromit.
• BEFORE plugging in and turning on the router, always make
sure the MDF adjustable fence faces are fully secured and
the bit can rotate freely without touching the fence faces. An
exception to this is if the infeed fence face is set to provide
zero-clearance support for the workpiece, as described in the
Adjusting the FenceFaces.
• Periodically check the tightness of fasteners and
adjustment and locking knobs and the alignment of the
fence. Loose fasteners and knobs and a misaligned fence
can cause personalinjury.
• This router table is designed for a specific application. Do
not modify and or use it for any other application. If you have
questions relative to the application of the router table, DO
NOT use it until you have contacted POWERTEC and have
been advisedaccordingly.
Guidelines for using extension cords
Extension cords are only to be used for temporary purposes.
They do not replace the need for installation of outlets and
proper wiring wherenecessary.
Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. 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.
The table below shows the correct size to be used according
to cord length and nameplate ampere rating. When in doubt,
use a heavier cord. The smaller the gauge number, the heavier
thecord.
AMPERAGE
@120
EXTENSION CORD LENGTH
25' 50' 175' 100' 150' 200'
RECOMMENDED WIRE GAUGE
0–5 16 16 16 14 12 12
5.1–8 16 16 14 12 10 NR
8.1–12 14 14 12 10 NR NR
12.1–16 12 12 NR NR NR NR
NR=Not Recommended
• Extension cords with an equipment grounding conductor
must be used at alltimes.
• Make sure your extension cord is properly wired and in good
condition. Always replace a damaged extension cord or have
it repaired by a qualied person before usingit.
• Protect your extension cords from sharp objects, excessive
heat and damp/wetareas.
• Extension cords must be a minimum of 16 AWG and be rated
for the equipment inuse.
• Use a separate electrical circuit for your tools. This circuit
must not be less than a #12 wire and should be protected
with a 15A time-delayed fuse. Before connecting the motor
to the power line, make sure the switch is in the OFF position
and the electric current is rated the same as the current
stamped on the motor nameplate. Running at a lower voltage
will damage themotor.