Shopsmith 555970 manual Waxing, Re-Aligningand Re-Adjusting, Storing Your Overarm Router

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WAXING

555970

MARK V – MOUNTED OVERARM PIN ROUTER

After vacuuming, clean all major metal parts of the Overarm Router (except the router motor) with mineral spirits to remove all dirt, grease, and any built-up wood pitch.

Use a clean, slightly damp cloth to wipe all residue from the Guard and Worktable. Clean your router motor as instructed in the router owners manual.

WAXING

After a through cleaning, wax and buff the Overarm Router’ Worktable surface. Apply the wax sparingly, then buff it thoroughly. If you apply too much wax or don’t buff it thoroughly, the wax will mix with the saw- dust, impede the movement of parts, and leave residue on the stock.

CAUTION

Do not wax or use solvents on plastic parts.

RE-ALIGNING AND RE-ADJUSTING

Proper alignment and adjustment of all ma- jor parts of your Overarm Router are essen- tial for good woodworking results. Check that:

The Depth Control Handle works prop- erly

The Dovetail Slide moves freely without binding

The router motor holds its position when the Depth Control Handle is unscrewed

The Worktable slides forward or backward without side play and locks securely in po- sition

The router Bit and Guide Pin (if being used) are in alignment.

If any part of the Overarm Router requires alignment or adjustment, follow the proce- dures in the Overarm Router’s assembly, setup & alignment, and adjustment sections.

STORING YOUR

OVERARM ROUTER

In normal use, regular cleaning, lubricating and waxing will prevent the ferrous parts of the Overarm Router from rusting. However, if the machine is to be stored for an extended period or under unusually humid or corro- sive conditions, spray all ferrous parts in- cluding pins, bits and accessories with a rust- inhibiting light oil. Remove this oil with min- eral spirits and re-wax the Overarm Router before using it again.

ADJUSTING THE BRASS GIB

If you find that your router motor fails to hold its position when the Depth Control Handle is released (unscrewed), adjust the Brass Gib, following the instructions in the Alignment and Adjustment section of this Manual.

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Shopsmith 555970 manual Waxing, Re-Aligningand Re-Adjusting, Storing Your Overarm Router, Adjusting The Brass Gib