ATTACHING AND USING A
WET/DRY VACUUM
switch box, ensure that the vacuum switch is
OFF, and that the router table switch box is
unplugged. Such precautionary safety
measures reduce the risk of unintentional tool
operation.
amps when connecting the router and any
accessories such as a light or wet/dry
vacuum. The switch has a rating of 15 amps.
The fence assembly has a port for connecting
a wet/dry vacuum hose with a 2½" nozzle. To
attach, simply push the nozzle into the port
while holding the fence assembly in place.
The vacuum can be plugged into the router
table switch box. Be sure the cord does not
interfere with router operation.
INSTALLING THE ROUTER BIT
(CUTTER)
before making adjustments or changing
accessories. Such precautionary safety
measures reduce the risk of unintentional tool
operation.
Install the router bit according to the instructions
included with your router. Because of the large
variation of router bits, certain router bits may
not always operate in the desired manner with
this router table.
Router Table Operation
USING THE ROUTER TABLE
Before connecting
vacuum to router table
Do not exceed a total
combined rating of 15
Disconnect the router
from the power supply
can result in an excessive buildup of sawdust
and wood chips under the fence assembly and
guard, reducing the performance of the router
table and fence assembly.
RECOMMENDATION: To maximize
performance, regardless of whether a wet/dry
vacuum is being used, remove the sawdust
and wood chips from under the fence
assembly and guard as needed.
RECOMMENDATION: It is always a good
practice to keep the work area clean. As
necessary. remove any accumulated sawdust
and wood chips from the top of the router
table, as well as from the surrounding work
area and floor.
under the guard when the router is
plugged in. Such precautionary safety
measures reduce the risk of personal injury.
To ensure that the most popular bits will perform
satisfactorily, install the bit so that the router
collet engages 3/4" of the router bit shank. If the
shank of the router bit bottoms out in the collet,
back out the router bit approximately 1/16" to
allow for proper tightening.
NEVER INSTALL ROUTER BITS WITH
LESS THAN 3/4" OF SHANK
ENGAGEMENT IN THE COLLET.
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Operating the router table
without a wet/dry vacuum
Never place your fingers
near a spinning bit or