greenworks PA371 24V Brushless Compact Router Instruction Manual

greenworks PA371 24V Brushless Compact Router

GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS

WARNING
Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations and specifications provided with this power tool.
Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.

WORK AREA SAFETY

• Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
• Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
• Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

• Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.

• Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.

• Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.

• Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool.
  Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.

• When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.

• If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a residual current device (RCD) protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces the risk of electric shock.

PERSONAL SAFETY

• Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
• Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Protective equipment such as a dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.
• Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off position before connecting to power source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or energizing power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
• Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.
• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.
• Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
• If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used. Use of dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards.
• Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use of tools allow you to become complacent and ignore tool safety principles. A careless action can cause severe injury within a fraction of a second.

POWER TOOL USE AND CARE

• Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application. The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.

• Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.

• Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or remove the battery pack, if detachable,from the power tool before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.

• Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.

• Maintain power tools and accessories. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tools operation.
  If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.

• Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.

• Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. in accordance with these instructions, taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the power tool for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.

BATTERY TOOL USE AND CARE

• Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack.

• Use power tools only with specifically designated battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire.

• When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects, like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal objects, that can make a connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns or fire.

• Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help.
  Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.

• Do not use a battery pack or tool that is damaged or modified. Damaged or modified batteries may exhibit unpredictable behaviour resulting in fire, explosion or risk of injury.

• Do not expose a battery pack or tool to fire or excessive temperature. Exposure to fire or temperature above 130°C (265 °F) may cause explosion.

• Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the battery pack or tool outside the temperature range specified in the instructions.
  Charging improperly or at temperatures outside the specified range may damage the battery and increase the risk of fire.

SERVICE

• Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
• Never service damaged battery packs. Service of battery packs should only be performed by the manufacturer or authorized service providers.

ROUTER SAFETY WARNINGS

• Use clamps or another practical way to secure and support the workpiece to a stable platform.
  Holding the work by your hand or against the body leaves it unstable and may lead to loss of control.

SYMBOLS
The followings show the symbols used for tool.

THE RECOMMENDED AMBIENT TEMPERATURE RANGE

PROPOSITION 65

WARNING

This product contains a chemical known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contains chemicals known 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;
• Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber.

Your risk of exposure to these chemicals 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 dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.

Save these instructions.

CHILD SAFETY

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not aware of the presence of children.

• Keep children out of the working area and under the watchful care of a responsible adult.
• Stay alert and turn the machine off if a child or any other person enters the working area.
• Use extreme care when approaching blind corners,doorways, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure your view of a child who may run into the path of the machine.

RISK LEVELS
The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product.

will result in death or serious injury.
| WARNING| Indicates a potentially haz- ardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
| CAUTION| Indicates a potentially haz- ardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
| CAUTION| (Without Safety Alert Sym- bol) Indicates a situation that may result in property damage.

ENVIRONMENTALLY SAFE BATTERY DISPOSAL

The toxic and corrosive materials below are in the batteries used in this machine: Lithium-ion, a toxic  material.

WARNING
Discard all toxic materials in a specified manner to prevent contamination of the environment. Before discarding damaged or worn-out Lithium-ion batteries,contact your local waste disposal agency, or the local Environmental Protection Agency for information and specific instructions. Take the batteries to a local recycling and/or disposal center, certified for Lithiumion disposal.

WARNING
If the battery pack cracks or breaks, with or without leaks, do not recharge it and do not use. Discard it and replace with a new battery pack. DO NOT TRY

TO REPAIR IT! To prevent injury and risk of fire, explosion, or electric shock, and to avoid damage to the environment:

• Cover the terminals of the battery with heavy-duty adhesive tape.
• DO NOT try to remove or destroy any of the battery pack components.
• DO NOT try to open the battery pack.
• If a leak develops, the released electrolytes are corrosive and toxic. DO NOT get the solution in the eyes or on skin, and do not swallow it.
• DO NOT put these batteries in your regular household trash.
• DO NOT incinerate.
• DO NOT put them where they will become part of any waste landfill or municipal solid waste stream.
• Take them to a certified recycling or disposal center.

DESCRIPTION

PURPOSE
You may use this product for the purposes listed below:

• Milling wood groove.
• Cutting wood edge.

WARNING
Always remove the battery pack when attaching, changing, or adjusting brushless router. Failure to do so could cause accidental starting, leading to serious personal injury.
Failure to hold the tool and the battery pack firmly may cause them to slip off your hands and result in damage to the tool and battery pack and a personal injury.

OVERVIEW

1. Battery pack
2. Router base
3. Dust nozzle
4. Straight guide
5. Adjusting screw
6. Lock lever

TOOL / BATTERY PROTECTION SYSTEM
The tool is equipped with a tool/battery protection system. This system automatically cuts off power to the motor to extend tool and battery life. The tool will automatically stop during operation if the tool or battery is placed under one of the following conditions:

OVERLOAD PROTECTION
When the battery is operated in a manner that causes it to draw an abnormally high current, the tool automatically stops without any indication. In this situation, turn the tool off and stop the application that caused the tool to become overloaded. Then turn the tool on to restart.

OVERHEAT PROTECTION
When the tool or battery is overheated, the tool stops automatically and the lamp blinks. In this case, let the tool and battery cool before turning the tool on again.

OVERDISCHARGE PROTECTION
When the battery capacity is not enough, the tool stops automatically. In this case, remove the battery from the tool and charge the battery.

ELECTRONIC FUNCTION
The tool is equipped with the electronic functions for easy operation.

• Constant speed control
  The speed control function provides the constant rotation speed regardless of load conditions.

• Soft start
  The soft-start function minimizes start-up shock, and makes the tool start smoothly.

INSTALLATION

CAUTION
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the battery pack is removed before carrying out any work on the tool.

UNPACK THE MACHINE

WARNING

• Make sure that you correctly assemble the machine before use.
• If parts of the machine are damaged, do not use the machine.
• If parts are missing, do not operate the machine.
• If parts are damaged or missing, contact the service center.
  1. Open the package.
  2. Read the documentation provided in the box.
  3. Remove all the unassembled parts from the box.
  4. Remove the machine from the box.
  5. Discard the box and packing material in compliance with local regulations.
• For your personal safety, do not insert battery before the tool is assembled completely.

INSTALL OR REMOVE BATTERY PACK

CAUTION

• Always switch off the tool before installing or removing of the battery pack.
• Hold the tool and the battery pack firmly when installing or removing battery cartridge. Failure to hold the tool and the battery pack firmly may cause them to slip off your hands and result in damage to the tool and battery pack and a personal injury.

1. Red indicator
2. Button
3. Battery pack

To remove the battery pack, slide it from the tool while holding down the button on the front of the pack.
To install the battery pack, align the tongue on the battery pack with the groove in the housing and slip it into place. Insert it all the way until it locks in place with a little click. If you can see the red indicator on the upper side of the button, it is not locked completely.

CAUTION

• Always install the battery pack fully until the red indicator cannot be seen. If not, the battery may accidentally fall out of the tool, causing injury to you or someone around you.
• Do not install the battery pack forcibly. If the pack does not slide in easily, it is not being inserted correctly.

INSTALL OR REMOVE ROUTER BIT

NOTICE
Do not tighten the collet nut without inserting the bit.
The collet cone may break.
Insert the router bit all the way into the collet cone.
Press the shaft lock and tighten the collet nut with the wrench or tighten the collet nut securely with the two wrenches. To remove the bit, follow the installation procedure in reverse.

1. Insert the router bit all the way into the collet cone.

2. Shaft lock

3. Loosen

4. Tighten

5. Wrench

6. Collet nut

7. Press the shaft lock and tighten the collet nut with the wrench or tighten the collet nut securely with the two wrenches.

8. Wrench

9. Loosen

10. Tighten

11. Collet nut

12. Shaft lock
    NOTE
    The shaft lock may not return to the original position when you tighten the collet nut at the installation of the router bit. The shaft lock returns to the original position when you start the tool.

13. To remove the bit, follow the installation procedure in reverse.

INSTALL OR REMOVE THE ROUTER BASE

1. Open the lock lever of the router base, then insert the tool into the router base aligning the groove on the tool with the protrusion on the router base.
2. Lock lever
3. Close the lock lever.
4. Attach the dust nozzle to the router base, and then tighten the thumb screw.
5. Dust nozzle
6. Thumb screw
7. To remove the base, follow the installation procedure in reverse.

OPERATION

WARNING
Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations and specifications provided with this power tool. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.

START / STOP THE TOOL
To turn on the tool, press the lock/unlock button. The tool turns into the standby mode. To start the tool, press the start/stop button in the standby mode. To stop the tool, press the start/stop button again. The tool turns into the standby mode. To turn off the tool, press the lock/unlock button in the standby mode.

1. Lock/unlock button
2. Start/stop button

NOTE

• If the tool is left for 10 seconds without any operation in the standby mode, the tool automatically turns off and the lamp goes off.
• You can also stop and turn off the tool by pressing the lock/unlock button while the tool is operating.

ADJUST THE SPEED
The rotation speed of the tool can be changed by turning the speed-adjusting dial. The table below shows the number on the dial and the corresponding rotation speed.

1. Speed adjusting dial

NOTICE

• If the tool is operated continuously at low speed for a long time, the motor will get overloaded, resulting in tool malfunction.
• When changing the speed dial from “5” to “1”, turn the dial counterclockwise. Do not turn the dial clockwise forcibly.

LIGHT UP THE FRONT LAMP

CAUTION
Do not look in the light or see the source of light directly.
To turn on the lamp, press the lock/unlock button. To turn off the lamp, press the lock/unlock button again.

NOTICE
When the tool is overheated, the lamp flickers. Cool down the tool fully before operating the tool again.

NOTE
Use a dry cloth to wipe the dirt off the lens of the lamp.
Be careful not to scratch the lens of lamp, or it may lower the illumination.

ADJUST CUTTING DEPTH
To adjust the cutting depth, open the lock lever, then move the tool base up or down by turning the adjusting screw. After the adjustment, close the lock lever firmly.

NOTE
If the tool is not secured after closing the lock lever, tighten the hex nut, and then close the lock lever.

1. Hex nut

USE THE TOOL WITH THE ROUTER BASE

1. Set the tool base on the workpiece without the router bit making any contact.

2. Turn the tool on and wait until the bit attains full speed.

3. Move the tool forward over the workpiece surface.
   Keep the tool base flush while moving the tool.

4. When cutting the edge, be sure to keep the workpiece surface on the left side of the router bit in the feed direction.

NOTE
Before cutting on the actual workpiece, it is recommended to make a sample cut. The proper feed speed depends on the bit size, the kind of workpiece, and depth of cut. 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.
When using the router shoe, the straight guide, or the router guide, be sure to keep it on the right side in the feed direction. This will help to keep it flush with the side of the workpiece.

1. Router bit
2. Workpiece
3. Straight guide

NOTICE
Since excessive cutting may cause overload of the motor or difficulty in controlling the tool, the depth of cut should not be more than 1/8″ (3 mm) at a pass when cutting grooves. When you wish to cut grooves more than 1/8″ (3 mm) deep, make several passes with progressively deeper bit settings.

USE THE STRAIGHT GUIDE

Optional accessory

1. Assemble the straight guide with the bolt and the wing nut.
2. Attach the straight guide to the router base with the clamp screw.
3. Clamp screw
4. Loosen the wing nut on the straight guide and adjust the distance between the bit and the straight guide. At the desired distance, tighten the wing nut.
5. Wing nut
6. Move the tool with the straight guide flush with the side of the workpiece.

If the distance (A) 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 workpiece and use it as a guide against the router base. Feed the tool in the direction of the arrow.

USE THE STRAIGHT GUIDE FOR CIRCULAR WORK
For circular work, assemble the straight guide as shown in the figures. The minimum and maximum radius of circles to be cut (distance between the center of circle and the center of bit) are as follows:

• Minimum: 2-3/4″ (70 mm)
• Maximum: 8-11/16″ (221 mm)

For cutting circles between 2-3/4″ (70 mm)and 4-3/4″ (121 mm) in radius.

1. Center hole

For cutting circles between 4-3/4″ (121 mm) and 221 mm 8-11/16″ (221 mm) in radius.

1. Center hole

NOTE
Circles between 6-3/4″ (172 mm) and 7-5/16″ (186 mm) in radius cannot be cut using this guide.

1. Align the center hole in the straight guide with the center of the circle to be cut.

2. Drive a nail less than 1/4″ (6 mm) in diameter into= the center hole to secure the straight guide.

3. Pivot the tool around the nail in the clockwise direction.

4. Nail

5. Center hole

MAINTENANCE

CAUTION
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the battery pack is removed before attempting to perform inspection or maintenance.

NOTICE
Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner, alcohol or the like. Discoloration, deformation or cracks may result.

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

CAUTION
These accessories or attachments are recommended for use with your 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.

• Knob type grip (not included)
• Plunge base (not included)

TECHNICAL DATA

LIMITED WARRANTY YEAR
Greenworks hereby warranties this product, to the original purchaser with proof of purchase, for a period of three (3) years against defects in materials, parts or workmanship. Greenworks, at its own discretion, will repair or replace any and all parts found to be defective,through normal use, free of charge to the customer. This warranty is valid only for units which have been used for personal use, that have not been purchased or rented for industrial/commercial use, and that have
been maintained in accordance with the instructions in the owner’s manual supplied with the product when new.

ITEMS NOT COVERED BY WARRANTY:

1. Any part that has become inoperative due to misuse, commercial use, abuse, neglect, accident, improper maintenance, or alteration; or
2. The unit, if it has not been operated and/or maintained in accordance with the owner’s manual; or
3. Normal wear;
4. Routine maintenance items such as lubricants, blade sharpening;
5. Normal deterioration of the exterior finish due to use or exposure.

HELPLINE:
Warranty service is available by calling our toll-free helpline at 1-888-909-6757.

TRANSPORTATION CHARGES:
Transportation charges for the movement of any power equipment unit or attachment are the responsibility of the purchaser. It is the purchaser’s responsibility to pay transportation charges for any part submitted for replacement under this warranty unless such return is requested in writing by Greenworks.

USA address:
Greenworks Tools
P.O. Box 1238, Mooresville, NC 28115

Canadian address:
Greenworks Tools Canada, Inc.
P.O. Box 93095, Newmarket, Ontario, L3Y 8K3

Mexico address:
TECNOLOGIA CAMPO Y JARDIN S.A. DE C.V.
ADMINISTRADORES No. 5336 A, COL. ARCOS DE GUADALUPE, ZAPOPAN , JALISCO , C.P. 45037

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