[. . . ] Rubber gloves and non-skid footwear are recommended when working outdoors. Use a face or dust mask as well, if the operation is dusty or if the tool is being used in enclosed spaces. If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection ensure these are connected and properly used, especially in confined areas. Never carry the tool by its cord or yank it to disconnect it from the socket. [. . . ] Note: Double insulation does not take the place of normal safety precautions when operating the tool. The insulation system is for added protection against injury resulting from a possible electrical insulation failure within the tool. ELECTRICAL SAFETY Be sure the supply is the same as the voltage given on the rating plate. MAINS PLUG REPLACEMENT (UK ONLY) Should the mains plug need replacing and you are competent to do this, proceed as instructed below. If you are in doubt, contact a Black & Decker service agent or a qualified electrician. A plug with bared copper conductors is very dangerous if engaged in a live socket outlet. · Only fit BS1363A approved plugs fitted with the correctly rated fuse. · The cable wire colours, or a letter, will be marked at the connection point of most good quality plugs. Attach the wires to their respective points in the plug (see diagram). For replacement or detachable fuse covers, contact a Black & Decker service agent. REPLACEMENT OF THE SUPPLY CORD (AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND ONLY) If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard. It is recommended that you take appropriate measures for the protection of your hearing if the sound level seems uncomfortable. PORTASOUND PSS 11 PORTASOUND PSS 11E Volts (V) ~ 230 230 Input power (W) 710 800 No load speed/min 30, 000 8, 000-30, 000 The Black & Decker policy is one of continuous improvement to our product and as such we reserve the right to change the product specification without prior notice. Note: This user manual may also cover more than one catalogue number within this product group. Distance plate 2 · 5 3 · · · 1 7 · · · · 6 · 8 10 · · · 12 13 15 · · · OPERATING YOUR ROUTER · Insert the desired cutter into the collet. · Set the on/off switch to `O'. PORTASOUND PSS 11_E UK p01-12 6 18-01-2001, 09:07 ENGLISH FITTING THE ROUTER BIT Disconnect the plug from the electricity supply. If a router bit is already fitted, press the spindle lock button and release the collet clamp nut, using the spanner provided. 3mm Press the spindle lock button and tighten the collet clamp nut using the spanner provided. ADJUSTING THE DEPTH OF CUT The depth of cut is the distance (x) between the triple depth stop and the depth x stop bar. Each router bit varies in length and the triple depth stop provides three different positions. USING A PIECE OF WOOD The most common method is to use a piece of wood as a gauge as follows: · Fit the router bit. · Plunge your router down until the cutter is in contact with the workpiece. [. . . ] To fit the copy follower, proceed as follows: Attach the `L' bar (a) to the edge guide (b) using the two screws and nuts provided. Attach the rotating attachment (c) to b c the `L' bar with a the wing screw provided. Adjust the edge guide in the base of your router until the wheel is in contact with the workpiece. ROUTER BITS · Only use cutters with a shank size of 6mm, 8mm or 1/4" with the equivalent collet size provided. [. . . ]