BM 2610925542
Operating Instructions
FIG. 11
FINE ADJUSTMENT DIAL |
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INDICATOR RING |
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CAST INDICATOR MARKS | BASE CLAMP LEVER |
COARSE | A |
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ADJUSTMENT |
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LEVER |
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Bosch routers are designed for speed, accuracy and convenience in performing cabinet work, routing, fluting, beading, cove- cutting, dove tails, etc. They will enable you to accomplish inlay work, decorative edges and many types of special carving.
DEPTH ADJUSTMENT
WITH FIXED BASE
Router’s RA1161 fixed base are equipped with a true micrometer type fine adjustment mechanism, which can be used in any position and provides precise adjustment of the router bit position for unmatched accuracy. When the tool is lowered to the approximate position desired, this device may be adjusted to precisely set the final bit position.
Your router also features three horizontal notches on both sides of the motor housing for coarse adjustments. The notches are spaced 1/2" apart which allows you to quickly lower or raise the tool depth in three 1/2" increments. (Approximately 12.7 mm), by simply depressing the coarse adjustment release lever.
TO ADJUST DEPTH
NOTE: All depth adjustments must be made with the base clamp lever released.
1.Hold the tool in a horizontal position with the base clamp lever facing you.
2.Open the base clamp lever to release the motor.
3. COARSE ADJUSTMENT:
To make a large depth adjustment, depress coarse adjustment release lever and raise or lower to desired depth. There are three notches in the motor housing which are spaced 1/2" to facilitate this adjustment.
4. FINE DEPTH ADJUSTMENT:
To use the fine adjustment feature, turn the fine adjustment knob clockwise to lower the router bit or
NOTE: Be sure coarse adjustment lever is engaged in one of the coarse adjustment notches before making a fine adjustment.
To allow precise settings, the indicator ring is graduated in English and Metric increments. (Note: one full turn of fine adjustment knob = 1/16" or approximately 1.5 mm. The fine adjustment mechanism has a total adjustment range of 7/8" (23 mm). Each cast indicator mark next to coarse adjustment lever is equal to 1/8"
To prevent damage to tool, avoid wedging the coarse adjustment lever against the upper A or lower B portion of the housing as shown in figure 11.
5.After making depth adjustments,
The indicator ring may be reset to zero without moving the fine adjustment knob, to allow the user to begin the adjustment from any reference point desired.
