Figure 25. Adjust fence away from template.
OFFSET EDGES
If the side piece edge is not aligned with the front or back piece edge, the edges are offset. See Figure 26.
Cause: The side stops are not set correctly.
Remedy: Measure the amount of offset on the two test pieces and adjust the front side stop accordingly. The front side stop must be offset from the top side stop by the exact width of the fingers on the template you are using. Ensure that the front side stop remains square to the workpiece mounted on top of the jig. See Figure 27.
Figure 27. Edge of vertical piece must be offset from edge of horizontal piece by exactly the width of (1) template fin- ger. Included template finger is 1⁄2".
FIT TOO TIGHT OR TOO LOOSE
If you find the fit to be about right in every other aspect, but it is simply a little too tight or too loose, the depth of the router bit is probably maladjusted. See Figure 28
1.If the fit is too tight, decrease the protrusion of the router bit from the base.
2.If the fit is too loose, increase the protrusion of the router bit from the base.
OPERATIONS
| Correct Depth |
| Template |
Router Base | Guide Bushing |
| 9/16" |
| Router Bit |
Too Small | Too Big |
Figure 26 shows offset edges. | Figure 28. Precise depth adjustment of router bit is crucial |
| to tight fitting dovetail joints. Always use scrap wood to test |
| set up before using expensive wood. |
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