be tightened to secure the aluminum face in place. Figure 10.
The positive locking pin is used for locking the head at various angles.
The numbers next to each hole indicate the number of sides that would
result if a box were to be made using that particular hole position. To find
the degrees of angle for the corresponding holes, use the table printed on
the head just above the slot. See Figure 11.
Router Mounting Plate
The Portamate Router Table includes a phenolic router table plate, and 3
plate inserts. Refer to the manufacturer's instruction for your specific router
model regarding table mounted use. Be sure power is disconnected from the
router and the router table before proceeding. The following instructions are
general in nature and may or may not apply to your specific router model.
1. Remove the existing router sub-base that is attached to your router base.
See Figure 12.
2. Center the sub-base on the router plate. You may find it easier to snap
in one of the table rings to help find the center of the opening. See
Figure 13.
3. Carefully mark the mounting hole locations using the holes in the sub-
base as a guide. Consider the location of the router handles, and
whether they will clear the table opening. In some cases you may find it
beneficial to rotate the sub-plate so the handles will be oriented corner to
corner with the plate rather that parallel. This can make it easier to get
the router in and out of the table opening.
4. Once satisfied with the location, drill and counter sink the holes in the
plate (Drill press recommended for accuracy). You can now mount your
router to the phenolic plate. (Line drawing of a drill bit and counter sink)
NOTE: The screws used to mount the sub-plate to the router may
not be long enough to support the router in an inverted position.
The purchase of longer screws may be necessary. Consult the
router manufacturer for details.
5. The router plate and router can now be placed onto the router table.
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