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Operator's Manua_
®
Die Cast Aluminum Router Tabme
Model No. 320.37596
_WARNnNG: To reduce the risk of injury,
the user must read and understand the
Operator's ManuaU before using this product.
oWARRANTY
o SAFETY
oASSEMBLY
o OPERATION
o MAINTENANCE
www.craftsman.com
Warranty Page 2
Safety Symbols Pages 4-5
Safety Instructions Pages 6-9
Description Pages 10-11
Unpacking Pages 12-13
Assembly Pages 14-19
Operation Pages 20-24
Maintenance Page 25
Troubleshooting Page 25
Parts List Pages 26-28
CRAFTSMAN ONE YEAR LiMiTED WARRANTY
FOR ONE YEAR from the date of purchase, this product is warranted
against any defects in material or workmanship. With proof of purchase,
defective product will be replaced free of charge.
For warranty coverage details to obtain free replacement, visit the web
site: www.craftsrnan.com
This warranty is void if this product is ever used while providing commercial
services or if rented to another person.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other
rights which vary from state to state.
Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
This router table has many features for making its use more pleasant and
enjoyable. Safety, performance, and dependability have been given top priority
in the design of this product making it easy to maintain and operate.
SAVE THESE iNSTRUCTiONS!
READ ALL iNSTRUCTiONS!
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,_, DANGER: People with electronic devices, such as pacemakers, should
consult their physician(s) before using this product. Operation of electrical
equipment in close proximity to a heart pacemaker could cause interference or
failure of the pacemaker.
_,WARNING: Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling
and other construction activities contains chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some
examples of these chemicals are:
• Lead from lead-based paints,
Crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and
Arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type
of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemical: work in a well ventilated
area, and work with approved safety equipment, such as dust masks that are
specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.
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The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers.
The safety symbols and the explanations with them deserve your careful
attention and understanding. The symbol warnings do not, by themselves,
eliminate any danger. The instructions and warnings they give are no substitutes
for proper accident prevention measures.
,_ WARNING: Be sure to read and understand all safety instructions in this
Operator's Manual, including all safety alert symbols such as "DANGER,"
"WARNING," and "CAUTION" before using this tool. Failure to following
all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious
personal injury.
SYMBOL MEANING
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL: Indicates DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION. May
be used in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs.
,_ DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
,_ WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
,_ CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided,
could result in minor or moderate injury.
Damage Prevention and Information Messages
These inform the user of important information and/or instructions that could
lead to equipment or other property damage if they are not followed. Each
message is preceded by the word "NOTICE," as in the example below:
NOTICE: Equipment and/or property damage may result if these instructions are
not followed.
_WARNING: To ensure safety and reliability, all repairs should be performed
by a qualified service technician.
WARNING: The operation of any power tools can result in
foreign objects being thrown into your eyes, which can result
in severe eye damage. Before beginning power tool operation,
always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields
and a full face shield when needed. We recommend a Wide
Vision Safety Mask for use over eyeglasses or standard safety
glasses with side shields. Always use eye protection which is
marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1.
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SAVE THESE iNSTRUCTiONS
Some of the following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them
and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to
operate the tool better and more safely.
SYMBOL NAME DESIG NATION/EXPLANATION
V Volts Voltage
A Amperes Current
Hz Hertz Frequency (cycles per second)
W Watt Power
min Minutes Time
"_ Alternating Current Type of current
==='== Direct Current Type or a characteristic of current
n o No Load Speed Rotational speed, at no load
] Class II Construction Double-insulated construction
.../min Per Minute Revolutions, strokes, surface speed,
orbits, etc., per minute
Wet Conditions Alert Do not expose to rain or use in damp
locations.
To reduce the risk of injury, user must
Read The Operator's Manual read and understand operator's manual
before using this product.
G Always wear safety goggles or safety
Eye Protection glasses with side shields and a full face
shield when operating this product.
Alert Precautions that involve
Safety your safety.
No=Hands Symbol Failure to keep your hands away from theblade will result in serious personal injury.
No=Hands Failure to keep your hands away from the
Symbol blade will result in serious personal injury.
No=Hands Failure to keep your hands away from the
Symbol blade will result in serious personal injury.
No=Hands Symbol Failure to keep your hands away from the
blade will result in serious personal injury.
Hot Surface To reduce the risk of injury or damage,avoid contact with any hot surface.
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GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides apath
of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric
shock. This tool is equipped with an electric cord having an equipment-
grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into
a matching outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with
all local codes and ordinances.
• Do not modify the plug provided =if it will not fit the outlet, have the
proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
• Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result
in a risk of electric shock. The conductor with insulation having an outer
surface that is green with or without yellow stripes is the equipment-grounding
conductor. If repair or replacement of the electric cord or plug is necessary, do
not connect the equipment-grounding conductor to a live terminal.
• Check with a qualified electrician or service personnel if the grounding
instructions are not completely understood, or if in doubt as to whether
the tool is properly grounded.
• Use only 3=wire extension cords that have 3-prong grounding plugs
and 3=pole receptacles that accept the tool's plug.
• Repair or replace damaged or worn cord immediately.
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This tool is intended for use on a circuit that has an outlet that looks like
the one illustrated in Sketch A in Figure 1. The tool has a grounding plug
that looks like the plug illustrated in Sketch A in Figure 1. A temporary adapter,
which looks like the adapter illustrated in Sketches B and C, may be used to
connect this plug to a 2-pole receptacle as shown in Sketch B if a properly
grounded outlet is not available. The temporary adapter should be used only
until a properly grounded outlet can be installed by a qualified electrician. The
green-colored rigid ear, lug, and the like, extending from the adapter must be
connected to a permanent ground such as a properly grounded outlet box.
Fig. 1
(A)
Metal d_
Screw
Cover of Groun
"----- Outlet Box_ I
_j (a)
Adapter unding_
Grounding Gro
(C) Pin _/
AA210 (D)
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Keep guards in place and in working order.
Remove adjusting keys and wrenches. Form the habit of checking to see
that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from the tool before turning
it on.
Keep the work area clean. Cluttered areas and benches
invite accidents.
= Don't use in dangerous environments. Don't use power tools in damp or wet
locations, or expose them to rain. Keep the work area well lighted.
= Keep children away. All visitors should be kept safe distance from the
work area.
Make the workshop child proof with padlocks, master switches, or by
removing starter keys.
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• Don't force the tool. It will do the job better and more safely at the rate for
which it was designed.
Use the right tool. Don't force a tool or attachment to do a job for which it
was not designed.
Use a proper extension cord. Make sure your extension cord is in good
condition. When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough
to carry the current your product will draw. An undersized cord will cause
a drop in line voltage, resulting in loss of power and overheating. Table 1
shows the correct size to use, depending on cord length and nameplate
ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gage. The smaller the gage
number, the heavier the cord.
Table 1: Minimum gage for cord
Ampere Rating
More Than Not More Than
12 16
Volts
120V
Total length of cord in feet
25ft 50ft ! 100ft 150ft
i
AWG
14 12 I Not Recommended
M
m
= Wear proper apparel. Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings,
bracelets, or other jewelry which may get caught in moving parts. Nonslip
footwear is recommended. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
•Always use safety glasses. Also use a face or dust mask if the cutting
operation is dusty. Everyday eyeglasses only have impact resistant lenses;
they are NOT safety glasses.
= Secure your work. Use clamps or a vise to hold work whenever practical.
It's safer than using your hand and it frees both hands to operate the tool.
•Don't overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
= Maintain tools with care. Keep tools sharp and clean for
best and safest performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and
changing accessories.
=Disconnect tools before servicing and when changing accessories,
such as blades, bits, cutters, and the like.
= Reduce the risk of unintentional starting. Make sure that the switch is in
the off position before plugging in.
= Use recommended accessories. Consult the owner's manual for
recommended accessories. The use of improper accessories may cause a
risk of injury to persons.
• Never stand on the tool. Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped or if
the cutting tool is unintentionally contacted.
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• Check damaged parts. Before further use of the tool, a guard or other
part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will
operate properly and perform its intended function - check for alignment
of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and
any other conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that
is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced.
Direction of feed: Feed work into a blade or cutter only against the
direction of rotation of the blade or cutter.
Never leave a tool running unattended. TURN THE POWER OFF. Don't
leave the tool until it comes to a complete stop.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES FOR ROUTER TABLES
For Your Own Safety Read Instruction Manual Before Operating Router Table.
Wear eye protection.
Feed the workpiece against rotation of cutter.
Do not use awkward hand positions.
• Keep fingers away from the revolving cutter = use fixtures when necessary.
Use the overhead guard when the adjustable fence is not in place.
Do not expose the table to rain or use in a damp location.
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KNOW YOUR ROUTER TABLE (Fig. 2)
Fig. 2 Vacuum Adapter
Extended Fence
Out-feed
Fence
Dust Collection and
(Overhead Guard)
In-feed
Fence
Handle
Tabletop
Leg -
Fastening Hole
Starting pin
Miter Gauge
Integrated
Safety
Switch 2 Feather Boards
Five insert rings
Your router table has a precision-built electric switch box and it should be
connected to only a 120-volt, 60-HZ AC power supply (normal household current).
DO NOT operate on direct current (DC). The large voltage drop would cause a loss
of power and the motor would overheat. If the router table does not operate when
plugged into correct 120-volt, 60-HZ AC ONLY outlet, check the power supply.
The router table comes with a 6 ft. power cord (no adapter needed).
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Table Size 26 in. x 14-1/8 in.
Extended Fence Overall Length 23-5/8 in.
Switch Rating 120 volts, 60Hz, AC only,15A
Five insert Rings Size, inner 1-1/4 in., 1-7/8 in., 2-1/8 in.,
diameter 2-1/2 in., 1pc blank plate
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This Router Table has the following features:
1. Durable cast aluminum tabletop (26 in. x 14-1/8 in.) for a large, smooth and
durable work surface. Table height clearance is 12-1/2 in. to accommodate
most fixed and plunge-based touters.
2. 3-1/8 in router hole with 5 insert rings (1-1/4 in., 1-7/8 in., 2-1/8 in., 2-1/2 in.
openings; 1 blank plate).
3. 2 feather boards push blocks with mounting hardware that can be mounted
in slots on the fence and table.
4. Integrated safety switch with two outlets. To ensure safety and reliability,
the total current drawn on the two units must be less than 15 Amps.
5. Extended fence provides maximum workpiece support; the fence can be
moved forward and backward 3-3/4 in.
6. In-feed and out-feed fences can each be extended 2 in.
7. Out-feed fence can be adjusted as much as 1/2 in. forward of the in-feed
fence for joining operations.
8. Vacuum adapter fits a 2-1/4 in. shop vacuum hose (available separately).
9. Miter gauge adjusts from 0 ° to 60 ° in both directions for increased stability
in many difficult feed situations.
10. Fastening holes (11/32 in. dia.) allow the Router Table to be fixed to a stable
work surface.
11. Dust collection/guard reduces dust dispersal.
12. Above-the-table height adjustment: This table is provided with an above-
the-table adjustment hole to accommodate bit height adjustment on the
following Craftsman router models: 17541,2767, 27666, 2768, 27683,
27669, 27680, 17542, 28190, 28084. The bit height on the installed
router can be adjusted by turning the adjustment knob clockwise or
counterclockwise with a hex wrench (not included).
13. This router table is suitable for mounting the following Craftsman router
models: 17541,2767, 27666, 2768, 27683, 27669, 27680, 17542, 28190,
28084, 17540, 17543.
14. Two feather boards push blocks with mounting hardware that can be mounted in
slots on the fence and table.
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,_ WARNING: If any parts are broken or missing, do not attempt to attach the
router table to a power source or operate the router table until the broken or
missing parts are replaced. Failure to do so could result in serious injury.
,_, WARNING: Do not attempt to modify this tool or create accessories not
recommended for use with this router table. Any such alteration or modification
is misuse and could result in a hazardous condition leading to serious injury.
,_, WARNING: To prevent accidental starting that could cause serious personal
injury, always unplug the tool from the power source when assembling parts.
UNPACKING
This product has been shipped disassembled.
* Carefully remove the router table and any accessories from the carton.
Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are included.
* Inspect the router table carefully to make sure that no breakage or damage
occurred during shipping.
* Do not discard the packing material until you have carefully inspected and
satisfactorily operated the router table.
* If any parts are damaged or missing, please return the product to the place
of purchase.
PACKAGE CONTENTS AND HARDWARE
Key Description
NO.
Leg
Table (including
switch box)
Image Quantity
3 Fence assembly 1
}
4 Miter gauge _ 1
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Feather board
Insert ring with 1-1/4 in.
opening
Insert ring with 1-7/8 in.
opening
Insert ring with 2-1/8 in.
opening
Insert ring with 2-1/2 in.
opening
11 Starting pin [...............................................} i 1
12 Long round-head, /"" _' ............ 4
square-neck bolt
13 Clamping knob 4
14 Large plain washer 4
15 Pan-head bolt 8
16 Spring washer 8
17 Small plain washer 8
18 Flat-head bolt 3
19 Nut 4
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10 Blank plate
SeePartList(Page12-13)forhardwareillustrationsreferencedbynumberin
thefollowinginstructions.
ATTACHING THE LEGS TO THE
TABLETOP
1. Place the router table
surface upside down on a
flat, level surface.
2. Position the legs relative
to the router table as shown
in Fig. 3.
3. Insert two pan-head bolts (15)
into the holes on the side of
each leg, and place the small
plain washers (17), spring
washers (16) and nuts (19), as
shown in Fig. 4.
4. Insert two pan-head
bolts (15) into the holes on
the top of each leg and
place the small plain washers
(17), spring washers (16), as
shown in Fig. 4.
5. Securely tighten all fasteners
with Philips screwdriver
(not supplied).
Fig. 3
Fig. 4
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ATTACHING THE ROUTER TO
THE TABLE
Attach the router to the router
table after you have assembled
the table.
1. Unplug the router.
2. Place the router table
upright, with the front edge
closest to you.
3. Be sure that the table is
stable and that it rests on
both legs.
4. Remove the base plate from
the router and hold the router
upside down (Fig. 5). If your
router model is listed in Table
2, determine the hole pattern
that matches the mounting
hole pattern for your router, as
shown in Table 2 and Fig. 6.
Table 2
Cutting height adjustment holes
Fig. 5
Fig. 6
Brand Above-the-table height Model
adjustment Hole
Craftsman
Craftsman
Craftsman
C
D
28190
28084
2768
27683
27680
28084
27680
27669
27666
27683
17541
2767
17542
17543
(using the fixed base)
(using the fixed base)
(using the fixed base)
(using the plunge base)
(using the plunge base)
(using the plunge base)
(using the fixed base)
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5. Align the above-the-table
height adjustment hole in
your Craftsman router per
Table 2. At the same time,
align the three corresponding
mounting holes A in the
center of the table with the
holes in the router, as shown
in Fig. 6.
6. Insert 3 flat-head bolts (18)
through each of the three
chosen router-table holes and
into the holes in the router, as
shown in Fig.7.
Fig. 7 _
7. Hold the router with one hand, and securely tighten each flat-head bolt (18)
with Philips screwdriver (not supplied) by the other hand.
8. If your router model is not listed in table 2, it may still be installed using either
mounting hole A or the other 3-hole pattern available on this router table.
However, over-the-table adjustment may not be accessible in this case.
ATTACHING THE FENCE
ASSEMBLY TO THE
TABLE (Fig. 8)
WARNING: Always unplug the
router before attaching or removing
the fence. The fence has been
shipped completely assembled.
1. Remove the three
clamping knobs.
2. Place the fence assembly
on the table with the three
clamping knobs facing you.
3. Align three holes as shown
in Fig. 8a on the bottom of
fence with three channels on
the router table.
4. Secure the fence to the table
with three clamping knobs
(13), one short round-head
square-neck bolt and two
long round-head square-neck
bolts (already attached to the
fence assembly).
Fig. 8 0
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Fig. 8a
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TO ATTACH THE MITER
GAUGE (Fig. 9)
The miter gauge has been
shipped completely assembled.
Attach the miter gauge to the
table by placing the miter gauge
bar in the slot on the table.
TO iNSTALL TABLETOP iNSERT
RINGS (Fig. 10}
This router table includes five
tabletop insert rings with the
following hole sizes:
• 1-1/4 in. diameter, for use
with bits with diameters up to
1-1/8 in.
1-7/8 in. diameter, for use
with bits with diameters up to
1-3/4 in.
2-1/8 in. diameter, for use
with bits with diameters up
to 2 in.
Fig. 9
Fig. 10
2-1/2 in. diameter, for use
with bits with diameters up to 2-3/8 in.
Blank plate
_ 1-1/4 in. Dia
1-7/8 in. Dia
(_---2-1/8 in. Dia
O__j....-_2-1/2 in. Dia
The blank plate may be drilled with a hole to match a bit whose diameter is not
included in the list above. Make sure that the size of the hole is 1/8 in. larger
than that of the bit. The blank plate may be used to prevent dust from entering
the router below.
1. Position the tabletop insert over the inset opening in the router table.
2. Press the insert into the inset opening in the router table.
3. Press down evenly over the tabs until the insert locks into place.
4. To remove, pull up gently until the tabs disengage. When not in use, store
the tabletop inserts in a convenient place.
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MOUNTING THE TABLE TO A
WORK SURFACE {Fig. 11)
1. Set the router table on a
workbench or other stable
and sturdy surface, with
the FRONT (switch side)
of the router table facing
towards you.
2. While holding the router
table in the desired position,
mark the location of the four
mounting holes (11,/32 in.
dia.) in each the four corners.
3. Remove the router table.
4. Drill an 11/32 in. pilot hole (for bolts) at the marked locations.
5. Place the router table on the workbench and align the mounting holes in the
router table legs with the holes drilled in the workbench.
6. Secure the router table in place using nuts (not provided) and washers (not
provided) to thread the bolts through the pilot holes.
7. Tighten all hardware (not supplied) securely with the corresponding tool to
your hardware.
ATTACH THE FEATHER
BOARDS (Fig. 12 and 13)
WARNING: Always unplug
the router before attaching or
removing the feather boards.
NOTICE: The front and back
side of each feather board is
marked to indicate proper feed
direction. The direction of the
arrow marked on the feather
board must be consistent with the
in-feed direction.
Attach the feather board to
the fence
1. Place the feather board on
the fence as shown in Fig. 12.
Fig. 13
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2.
3.
4.
Insert two round-head, square-neck bolts (12) through the holes in the fence
and the slots in the feather boards.
Slide large plain washers (14) onto each bolt.
Tighten the clamping knobs (13) to secure the feather board to the fence.
Attach the feather board to the tabletop surface
1. Place the feather board on the tabletop surface as shown in Fig. 13.
2. Insert the bolts through the holes in the tabletop surface and the slots in the
feather board.
3. Slide large plain washers (14) onto the bolts.
4. Tighten the clamping knobs (13) to secure the feather board to the tabletop.
iNSERTiNG THE STARTING
PIN(Fig.14)
Thread the starting pin into the
hole "F" on the router table; use
it as a pivot point when cutting
small, odd-shaped pieces.
NOTICE: Only use piloted cutters
when using the starting pin. Place
the starting pin into the F hole
in the right of the tabletop inset
opening, and secure it by turning
it clockwise.
Fig. 14
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SWITCH OPERATION
The switch has a safety key to help prevent accidentally switching the router ON,
and to prevent unauthorized, possibly hazardous use by others.
The yellow safety key must be completely inserted into the red switch panel
before the switch can be turned ON.
To operate the switch:
(Fig. 15 to Fig. 17}
1. Insert the safety key into the
switch (Fig. 15).
2. To turn the power ON, lift
up the ON/OFF switch
panel (Fig. 16).
3. To turn the power OFF,
press down on the ON/OFF
switch panel (Fig. 17).
,_ WARNING: Never leave
the router unattended while it is
running or before it comes to a
complete stop.
4. To lock the switch in the OFF
position, push the ON/OFF
switch down to turn the switch
OFF, and remove the safety
key from the switch panel.
Fig.
Safety Key
Fig.
Electric receptacles
Two electric receptacles are located Fig. 1
at the back of the switch assembly.
Use one for plugging in the router.
The other may be used to plug in a
vacuum or a light (not included).
_, WARNING: To ensure safety
and reliability, the total current
drawn from the two units must be
less than 15 Amps.
NOTICE: The diameter of the
vacuum adapter in the fence assembly is 2-1/4 in.; select the
vacuum accordingly.
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ADJUSTING THE FENCE
A
,d_ WARNING: Failure to unplug your router before performing adjustments to
the router or table could result in accidental starting causing serious injury.
The fence enables you to support and guide the workpiece.
1. Loosen the three
clamping knobs by turning Fig. 18
them counterclockwise.
2. Move the fence forward or
backward along the slots to
the desired position, as shown
in Fig. 18. The fence can be
moved forward and backward
3-3/4 in.
3. Tighten the clamping knobs. Clamping Knob
To adjust the fence right and
left (Fig. 19)
1. Loosen the four
wing nuts by turning
them counterclockwise.
2. Move the fence facings right
or left to the desired position
(Fig. 19). Each fence facing
can be moved 2 in. right or
left in order to lengthen the
fence during the operation.
3. Tighten the wing nuts.
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TO ADJUST THE OUT-FEED
FENCE FOR JOINTtNG (Fig. 20)
WARNING: Failure to unplug
your router before performing
adjustments to the router or table
could result in accidental starting
causing serious injury.
For jointing operations,
the out-feed fence can be
adjusted up to 1,/2 in. forward of
the in-feed fence to support the
workpiece after it passes across
the router bit.
Fig. 20
Out-feed
1. Loosen the clamping knob on the out-feed fence.
2. Move the out-feed fence forward of the in-feed fence to a distance equal
to the width of material to be removed from the workpiece. Tighten the
clamping knob.
3. Move and clamp the entire extended fence so that the out-feed fence is
aligned with the cutting edge of the bit.
USING THE FEATHER
BOARDS (Fig. 21) Fig. 21
WARNING: Failure to unplug
your router before performing
adjustments to the router or table
could result in accidental starting
causing serious injury.
Feather boards are helpful in
controlling the workpiece while
routing and assist in keeping the
workpiece flat on the tabletop.
The tabletop feather board,
combined with the fence feather board, help to keep the workpiece pressed
against the fence and tabletop. The best location for the feather boards varies
according to your application, workpiece size, and other factors.
1. Loosely install the featherboard(s) as described on page 18 and 19.
2. Place the workpiece on the router table so that it is squarely against the fence.
3. Position both feather boards snugly against the workpiece and tighten the
clamping knobs.
4. The workpiece should move with some resistance but without requiring a
great effort.
5. For wider workpieces, the tabletop feather board cannot be used.
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ADJUSTING THE MITER
GAUGE (Fig. 22)
_, WARNING: Failure to unplug
your router before performing
adjustments to the router or table
could result in accidental starting
causing serious injury.
1. Loosen the miter gauge knob.
2. Rotate the miter gauge to the
desired angle.
3. Tighten the miter gauge knob.
ADJUSTING THE CUTTING HEIGHT
2.
3.
WARNING: Failure to unplug your router before performing adjustments to
the router or table could result in accidental starting causing serious injury.
Select the appropriate hole to adjust the router to the table according to Table 2
and Fig. 6.
NOTICE: A hex wrench is required for this operation (not included).
1. Turn off the table switch by pressing the ON/OFF
switch panel.
Loosen the clamping lever on
the router.
4.
Insert the hex wrench into the
adjusting hole on the tabletop
(Fig. 23), and turn the router
adjustment dial with the hex
wrench to move the router
collet up or down.
When the desired cutting
height is set, tighten the
clamping lever on the router.
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USING THE ROUTER WITH THE ROUTER TABLE
1. Read and understand the entire Operator's Manual for the router.
2. Always plug the router into the switched outlet in the router table. Never
plug a router table mounted router into another power source.
3. Make sure that the router-table switch is off. Lock-on the router switch.
4. Plug the router-table cord into a power source.
5. Turn on the power to the router table by lifting up the ON/OFF switch panel.
6. Always control the power to the router with the router table switch whenever
the router is mounted on the table.
ROUTING OPERATION
1. Read and understand the entire Operator's Manual for the router.
2. Adjust the fence to support the workpiece to be cut.
NOTICE: The workpiece must always be held tight against the fence.
3. Reconfirm that all router adjustments are securely locked before supplying
power to the router.
4. Note that the direction of rotation of the router mounted to a router table is
counterclockwise. Feed the workpiece from right to left.
_, WARNING: The direction of feed for the workpiece is always against the
sharp edges of the cutter and into the rotation of the cutter (the cutter rotation is
counterclockwise, when the router is installed in a router table). Failure to follow
this rule can result in serious personal injury.
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GENERAL MAINTENANCE
,_it, WARNING: Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most plastics
are susceptible to damage from various types of commercial solvents and may
be damaged by their use. Use clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc.
,_ WARNING: Do not at any time allow brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based
products, penetrating oils, etc. to come in contact with plastic parts. Chemicals can
damage, weaken or destroy plastic which may result in serious personal injury.
WARNING: When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. Use of any
other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage. To ensure safety and
reliability, all repairs should be performed by a qualified service technician.
PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION
The router does The router is not plugged into Insert router power cord
not work the table outlet plug into a table outlet
The router table cord is not Plug the router table
connected to a power source cord into a power source
The router table switch is in Insert key and pull
"OFF" position the switch to the ON
position
The table surface Legs are not properly Check assembly
is not flat assembled directions and securely
tighten all fasteners
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Router Table MODEL NUMBER 320.37596
The Model Number will be found on the Nameplate attached to the switch box
of the router table. Always mention the Model Number when ordering parts for
this tool.
To order parts, call 1-800-469-4663.
1 5660027000 Circlips For Shaft 1
2 3123240000 Transparent Guard 1
3 3550847000 Shaft 1
4 5620051000 Screw 10
5 3123238000 Vacuum Adapter 1
6 5630056000 Wing Nut 4
7 5650017000 Plain Washer 12
8 3402187000 Fence Knob 7
9 3123929000 Feather Board 2
10 3123236000 Adjusting Base 1
11 3703820000 Adjustable Fence 1
12 3123237000 Scaleboard 2
13 5640168000 Square Neck Bolt 6
14 5640017000 Square Neck Bolt 5
15 3550846000 Fulcrum Pin 1
16 3123289000 Table Top Insert 1
17 5620075000 Screw 3
18 3421498000 Main Table 1
19 3123241000 Upper Handle Cover 2
20 3123242000 Lower Handle Cover 2
21 5610039000 Tapping Screw 4
22 3123288000 Table Top Insert 1
23 3123246000 Table Top Insert 1
24 5620369000 Screw 2
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25 5630015000 Prevailing Torque Hexagon Nut 2
26 2822230000 Switch Box Assembly 1
27 3127101000 Table Top Insert 1
28 3402186000 Miter Knob 1
29 3127100000 Table Top Insert 1
30 3123245000 Miter Gauge 1
31 5630003000 Hexagon Nut 6
32 3703828000 Miter Guide 1
33 5620038000 Screw 1
34 5650009000 External Teeth Washer 1
35 5650005000 Plain Washer 1
36 3703825000 Indicator 1
37 3123235000 Support Leg 2
38 5650013000 Plain Washer 10
39 5650015000 Spring Washer 10
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