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Typos and cleanup
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*There are 3 places that the electrical supply to the router can be switched from
#The wall socket - This is your main safety method, unplug when adjusting!
#The push switch on the front of the
#The red switch on the router it's self - This is only for changing bits
*Handle router bits with care, they can be extremely sharp
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| Setting Up the machine ||
'''Types of cutting bit'''[[File:LabeledRouterBack.jpg|thumb|200px|]]
* Edge Cutters - are for creating decorative profiles or join rebates, they often have ball bearings at the end so there
* Groove Cutters - create channels starting at edges and don't generally use guide bearings so the fence will needed
* for images and explanation of each bit a good website https://www.rockler.com/router-bit-basics-common-types-router-bit
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'''Fitting a collet and router bit'''
#Ensure the power switch is OFF and the router disconnected from mains
#Ensure the retracting shutter is fully closed (3), it will cause the router to jam
#Check the depth stop lock knob (11) is fully retracted and release the Plunge Lock Lever (7)
#Plunge the router to its maximum depth (raise the spindle all the way) using the micro winder (8) and engage the plunge lock lever (7) [[File:LabeledRouterFront.jpg|thumb|200px|]]
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** Set it to the correct distance, remember it doesn't have to be parallel to the table, only at the correct perpendicular distance
** Lock it in place
** Consider if you want to use the combs to hold work against the fence for your cut, they can be especially helpful for small or thin work, or if you're expecting to have to perform the same operation on a lot of work pieces. If you do decide they'
* If you're using a template to guide the cut
** Ensure the template is securely fixed to the work
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** Plan out how you're going to move the work against the cutter to ensure it's always moving in the proper direction.
* Check the area around you. You're going to have to move the work into and out of the cutting zone, plan how you're going to do this. Make sure the areas to both sides of the router table and clear and nothing is going to get in the way of your work.
* Plan how you're going to handle your work piece. Think about how you'll position your self and what moves you're going to have to make. If the work
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#Remove all material from the table area and router
#Check the extractor to make sure it's not full and empty it if it is
#Examine the router bit and check if it's still sharp, if it's blunt then buy a new one and submit the receipt
#Use a portable vacuum to clean the router table and the area around the cutting bit
#Sweep up the area around the router table. The dust exact should have caught most of it but some always escapes
|| Leave the saw cleaner than you found it, cleanliness is a safety issue when working around others.
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