Work Piece and Work
Area Set Up
1.Designate a work area that is clean and well‑lit. The work area must not allow access by children or pets to prevent distraction and injury.
2.Route the power cord along a safe route to reach the work area without creating a tripping hazard or exposing the power cord to possible damage. The power cord must reach the work area with enough extra length to allow free movement while working.
3.Secure loose work pieces using a vise or clamps (not included) to prevent movement while working.
4.Make sure there are no metal objects in the wood which might make contact with the router bit.
General Operating Instructions
Note: Use two or more passes for deep cuts, especially in the case of hardwood. Do not attempt to cut deeper than 5/8” in a single pass. Adjust the cutting depth so that the first pass will be less than 5/8” deep, then follow the procedures for Adjusting the Cutting Depth for each
progressive pass, until the final depth is achieved.
Note: Feed the Router bit into the workpiece against the bit’s direction of rotation.
View from top of piece
Bit revolving direction
Feed direction
View from cutting edge of piece
Bit revolving direction
Feed direction
When cutting outside edges, guide the router counterclockwise around the workpiece. Move it clockwise when cutting inside edges.
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Direction |
Note: Make practice cuts at different speeds in scrap material until you are able to produce a smooth
cut with no burnishing or burn marks. Burn marks are caused by moving too slowly through the wood. Feeding the Router too quickly, or trying to remove too much material in a single pass creates a rough cut and can overload the motor.
WARNING! When first turning on the Router, grip the Handles firmly as the tool may try to twist from the strong initial torque.
1.Hold the Router handles firmly with both hands.
2.Place the Router directly above the point you plan to cut. Verify that there are no obstructions in the cutting path.
3.Turn on the Router.
4.Before cutting material, watch and feel for vibration which could indicate an improperly installed bit. Turn off and
5.Allow the bit to come to full speed, slowly engage material. DO NOT force the Router down into the material.
6.When finished, raise the Router so the bit is clear of the material, then turn the Power Switch off. Do not set the Router down until the
bit has come to a complete stop.
7.Do not touch the bit right after cutting. It becomes very hot. Allow to cool before changing bits.
8.Do not leave the router running when not actually cutting. Turn power off between cuts.
9.To prevent accidents, disconnect the power supply after use. Clean, then store the tool indoors out of children’s reach.
WARNING! Moving the router against the recommended direction can cause serious injury from kickback.
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