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Once the router bit is installed, the depth is set, and the feed direction is determined, it is time to start routing.
To perform routing operations:
1.Secure the workpiece to a stable sur- face.
2.Place the router flat on the surface of the workpiece, making sure that the bit is not touching the workpiece.
3.Firmly grasp the router and turn the switch ON.
CAUTION: The router will "kick" when started. If it comes into contact with the workpiece it could jump out of your hands and cause injury.
4.Smoothly move the router in the correct feed direction into the workpiece.
CAUTION: DO NOT start routing at a corner. Starting at a corner may cause the router to grab, damaging the workpiece corner, and possibly causing personal injury.
5.Feed the router along the workpiece at a consistent rate of speed. Be aware of the sound of the router motor and the sound of the bit cutting. If the motor begins to bog down, or the sound pitch of the router bit lowers, reduce the feed rate.
6.When finished routing, turn the router OFF, and allow it to come to a com- plete stop before setting it down.
•Performing routing operations in mul- tiple passes produces smoother results with less chance of “chip out” and burn- ing of the workpiece. It also reduces the possibility of the router jerking out of your hands from trying to remove too much material in one pass.
•Cutting end grain with the router will cause tearout. Cutting the end grain first allows the tearout to be trimmed off by the side cuts.
•Feed the router in a counterclock- wise direction when routing the outside edges of a workpiece. Feed the router clockwise when routing interior holes.
•The correct feed speed depends on the speed of the router, bit size, shape, and sharpness, and the characteristics of the workpiece. Feeding the router too fast will cause chatter marks, chip out, and possibly damage the bit and motor. Feeding the router too slow will cause burn marks and extra
Model H7790/H7791 Laminate Trim Router |