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What's this tool intended to do so people know when to choose this tool and when to pick something else.
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|Machine overview ||
* The router is basically just a motor mounted under the table
* It spins a cutting bit at 8,000-20,000rpm
* It can accept a variety of bits with a wide range of functions
* The work is moved slowly against the bit, cutting a linear shape into the edge of the work.
* The depth of cut can be accurately set and using the fence a straight line can be accurately followed
* Using "follower" bits a template can be followed to make curved edge shapes
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Basics of how the router works
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| PPE ||
*Eye protection is always required as the bit is moving very fast and can fling material
*Hearing protection is needed, the router is VERY loud in use
*Turn on the [[Tools/aircleaner|room air filter]] if doing more than the smallest of jobs.
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*No loose clothing and long hair must be tied back
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| Materials ||
*Most softwoods and hardwoods, beware of plywood as it cuts inconsistently and can get snagged
*Plywood and MDF will dull cutters faster regular timber, they can be used, but check cutters afterwards
*Some thermoset plastics, make tests, and be prepared to chip a melted mess off of the cutter if it goes wrong.
*No Metals at all, not even thin aluminium or diebond, they can become lethal projectiles.
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*Unplug before making any adjustments
*Handle router bits with care, they can be extremely sharp
*Examine your work piece before routing it, defects and knots in the wood are likely to result in more difficult cutting and increased risk of material breakage when they meet the cutter. It will be necessary to either avoid them or cut much more slowly and carefully when going through them.
*Move the work piece in the direction against the rotation of the cutter only; move it so it's pushed into the cutting edge of the bit. Moving the work against the cutter in the other direction (sometimes known as "Climb" cutting) is likely to get your work piece thrown across the room and you falling into the cutter!
*Keep hands away from the rotating bit! Pay attention to where your hands are in relation to the bit when feeding material, use push-sticks and the combs if needed. Remember that the router has been known to fling work away from the cutter or cause it to break so consider how you're pushing on the work and where your hands will wind up if the work suddenly moves or breaks.
*Never start the router while the cutter is touching the
*The cutter must always approach from the side of the work piece, never the center as it's likely to catch and get flung around. If you need to start in the center then consider if you can drill a hole for the bit to start it. If not then it may be possible to approach the job by using the hand-held router in plunge mode instead.
*Do not handle cutters immediately after use - they become very hot
*Only use router cutters designed for woodwork, suitable for use between 8,000 and 20,000rpm
*Extreme care must be taken when using cutters with a diameter greater than 2" (50mm). Use very slow feed rates and/or multiple shallow cuts to avoid overloading the motor
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General safety precautions to avoid the more obvious hazards
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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 locked closed (3), it will cause the router to jam if during this procedure if it isn't and it quite difficult to release
#Check the depth stop lock knob (11) is fully retracted and release the Plunge Lock Lever (7)
#Plunge the router to its maximum depth using the micro winder (8) and engage the plunge lock lever (7)
#Rotate the spindle to engage the spindle lock
#Remove the green circle and use the spanner to loosen and remove the collet (5)
#Check that the collet in the router head is suitably sized for the new bit and change if needed. Be especially careful not to confuse 1/4"(6.35mm) with 6mm collets, or 1/2"(12.7mm) with 12mm collets.
#Insert the new router bit into the collet (5) with a small gap from the painted section make sure it's not too far out as this will make it unstable, then use the spanner to tighten the collet (5) so that it holds the bit firmly
#Disengage the plunge lock lever (7). This will release the collet lock and the retracting switch cover (3)
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