3ensure these are connected and properlyused. Use of dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards.Power tool use and care17. Do not force the power tool. Use the correctpower tool for your application. The correctpower tool will do the job better and safer at therate for which it was designed.18. Do not use the power tool if the switch doesnot turn it on and off. Any power tool thatcannot be controlled with the switch is dangerousand must be repaired.19. Disconnect the plug from the power sourceand/or the battery pack from the power toolbefore making any adjustments, changingaccessories, or storing power tools. Suchpreventive safety measures reduce the risk ofstarting the power tool accidentally.20. Store idle power tools out of the reach ofchildren and do not allow persons unfamiliarwith the power tool or these instructions tooperate the power tool. Power tools aredangerous in the hands of untrained users.21. Maintain power tools. Check for misalignmentor binding of moving parts, breakage of partsand any other condition that may affect thepower tool’s operation. If damaged, have thepower tool repaired before use. Manyaccidents are caused by poorly maintained powertools.22. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properlymaintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edgesare less likely to bind and are easier to control.23. Use the power tool, accessories and tool bitsetc. in accordance with these instructions,taking into account the working conditionsand the work to be performed. Use of thepower tool for operations different from thoseintended could result in a hazardous situation.Service24. Have your power tool serviced by a qualifiedrepair person using only identicalreplacement parts. This will ensure that thesafety of the power tool is maintained.25. Follow instruction for lubricating andchanging accessories.26. Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil andgrease.USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make sure yourextension cord is in good condition. When using anextension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough tocarry the current your product will draw. An undersizedcord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss ofpower and overheating. Table 1 shows the correct sizeto use depending on cord length and nameplate ampererating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gage. Thesmaller the gage number, the heavier the cord.Table 1: Minimum gage for cordAmpere RatingVolts Total length of cord in feetMore Than Not More Than120V 25 ft. 50 ft. 100 ft. 150 ft.AWG0 6610121012161818161416 16 1414161612141212Not Recommended220V - 240V 50 ft. 100 ft. 200 ft. 300 ft.000300GEB018-4ROUTER SAFETY WARNINGS1. Hold power tool by insulated grippingsurfaces, because the cutter may contact itsown cord. Cutting a "live" wire may makeexposed metal parts of the power tool "live" andshock the operator.2. Use clamps or another practical way to secureand support the workpiece to a stableplatform. Holding the work by your hand oragainst the body leaves it unstable and may leadto loss of control.3. Wear hearing protection during extendedperiod of operation.4. Handle the bits very carefully.