Porter-Cable 7538 User Manual

InstructionmanualThe Model and Serial No. plate is located on the mainhousing of the tool. Record these numbers in thespaces below and retain for futu

10Do not allow the wrenches to contact the columns (A) Fig. 1.If the columns are damaged, the plunge action will berestricted. Do not tighten the coll

114. Position the depth indicator (H) Fig. 3 at the “O” position and tighten theknob.5. Loosen the depth rod locking knob (K) Fig. 3, and raise the de

12CONNECTING TO POWER SOURCEConfirm that the switch is “OFF” and the power circuitvoltage is the same as the voltage shown on thespecification plate.

13OVERLOAD PROTECTIONMODEL 7538 is equipped with athermal-type circuit breaker (G)Fig. 10, located in the top of themotor. This circuit breaker will s

14Periodically wipe the columns clean with a dry cloth. DO NOT lubricatecolumns.IMPORTANT: Before using your router, consider the kind and total amoun

15THE EDGE GUIDEA wide variety of template guides is available for use in pattern and templetrouting operations. A typical combination bit, template g

16KEEP TOOL CLEANPeriodically blow out all air passages with dry compressed air. All plastic partsshould be cleaned with a soft damp cloth. NEVER use

17A complete line of accessories is available from your Porter-Cable•DeltaSupplier, Porter-Cable•Delta Factory Service Centers, and Porter-CableAuthor

18PORTER-CABLE LIMITEDONE YEAR WARRANTYPorter-Cable warrants its Professional Power Tools for a period of one year from the date of originalpurchase.

The following are trademarks of PORTER-CABLE •DELTA (Las siguientes son marcas registradas de PORTER-CABLE •DELTA S.A.) (Lesmarques suivantes sont des

2Read and understand all warnings and operating instructionsbefore using any tool or equipment. When using tools or equipment, basicsafety precaution

3Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling,and other construction activities contains chemicals known (to theState of California)

4SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS1) Work area safetya) Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.b) Do not operate power tool

5GENERAL SAFETY RULES continuedd) Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating p

1. Hold power tools by insulated gripping surfaces when performing anoperation where the cutting tool may contact hidden wiring or its owncord. Contac

7MOTORMany Porter-Cable tools will operate on either D.C., or single phase 25 to 60cycle A.C. current and voltage within plus or minus 5 percent of th

8EXTENSION CORD SELECTIONIf an extension cord is used, make sure the conductor size is large enough toprevent excessive voltage drop which will cause

9SELECTING THE BITModels 7538 and 7539 accommodate bits with 1/2" diameter shanks thatinstall directly into the power unit collet. Collets are av