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General Safety Instructions
into the bit and kick back.
k)
Position the fence faces as close as possible to the bit.
Turn the bit by hand
to check for interference. Firmly tighten the fence-face T-knobs before routing.
l)
Adjust router speed to match the diameter of the bit.
Reduce router speed
when using large-diameter bits. See
Table 2
for recommended router speeds.
m)
Make sure the router motor is securely clamped in the base before
starting the router.
n)
Always support the workpiece with the fence or start pin.
Only use the
starter pin with router bits that have a guide bearing.
o)
When using the fence, always position the bit guard over the router bit
and as close to the workpiece surface as possible.
p)
Never remove a large quantity of stock in one cut.
Make several
progressively deeper cuts, adjusting the router bit or fence position between cuts.
q)
Keep hands away from the rotating bit and your body out of the path of
the cut.
Always use the bit guard, Use push sticks, push blocks, and feather
boards whenever possible, especially when routing narrow workpieces. Turn off
the router before clearing parts of scrap.
r)
Avoid awkward hand positions, where a sudden slip could cause contact
with the rotating bit.
Never overreach.
s)
Avoid routing small parts.
Rout the profile on a large workpiece and then cut
the part to final size from the large workpiece. If you must rout a small part, build
an appropriate jig or hold the part with a wood handscrew clamp.
t)
Make sure the workpiece is clear of the bit and the bit comes to a complete
stop before adjusting the workpiece position.
Never start the router with the
workpiece in contact with the bit.
u)
Avoid kickbacks. Kickbacks occur when the workpiece binds or lifts off
the table while being routed, causing it to be thrown back toward the
operator.
To avoid kickbacks and potential injury, use sharp bits, keep the
machine aligned and maintained properly, and adequately support the workpiece.
Do not attempt to rout workpieces that are twisted, warped, or bowed, or that have
loose knots.
v)
Feed the workpiece against (not with) the bit rotation.
The bit can grab a
workpiece fed with the rotation of the bit, violently eject it from the router table, and
can cause your hand to contact the bit.
w)
Never trap a workpiece between the bit and the fence.
When forming a
profile on the straight edge of a workpiece, always rout with the bit housed in the
fence and the edge of the workpiece against the fence.
x)
Whenever routing a profile in which material is
not
being removed below a
protruding portion of the bit, or a part of the profile is trapped between
cutters above and below, take extra precautions to prevent the workpiece
from lifting off the table surface during routing.
A workpiece lifting off the table
can kick back and cause serious personal injury. When routing these profiles, it is
especially important to use straight, flat stock and avoid warped, bowed, or twisted
stock.
y)
Periodically check the tightness of fasteners and adjustment and locking
knobs and the alignment of the fence.
Loose fasteners and knobs and a
misaligned fence can cause personal injury.
z)
This router table is designed for a specific application. Do not modify and
or use it for any other application.
If you have questions relative to the
application of the router table, DO NOT use it until you have contacted Kreg Tool
Company and have been advised accordingly.
Guidelines for extension cord use
Extension cords are only to be used for temporary purposes. They do not replace
the need for installation of outlets and proper wiring where necessary.
In the shop and on construction sites:
1. Extension cords with an equipment grounding conductor must be used at all
times.
2. Extension cords must be protected from damage, and not run through doorways
or windows where the doors or windows can close, causing damage to the cord.
3. Extension cords must be a minimum of 16 AWG and be rated for the equipment
in use.
4. Extension cords must be periodically inspected to ensure that the insulation and
conductivity of the wires are not compromised.
5. Extension cords should not be run through water or allowed to have connections
that may be exposed to accumulated water.
Always follow bit manufacturer’s speed recommendations. Some bit designs require
specific speeds for safety or performance.
TABLE 2
Recommended Router Bit Speeds
Bit Diameter
Maximum Speed (RPM)
Up to 1″ (25mm)
24,000
11/4″ to 2″
(32mm-51mm)
18,000
21/4″ to 21/2″
(57mm-64mm)
16,000
3″ to 31/2″
(76mm-89mm)
12,000
Nameplate
Amperes
@120 V
Extension Cord Length
25
′
50′
75′
100'
150′
200′
Recommended Wire Gauge
0 -5
16
16
16
14
12
12
5.1 - 8
16
16
14
12
10
NR
8.1 -12
14
14
12
10
NR
NR
12.1 - 16
12
12
NR
NR
NR
NR
NR – Not Recommended
TABLE 1
WARNING:
!
This product can expose you to chemicals including Acrylonitrile
and other chemicals, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and
reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
WARNING:
!
Drilling, sawing, sanding or machining wood products can
expose you to wood dust, a substance known to the State of California to cause
cancer. Avoid inhaling wood dust or use a dust mask or other safeguards for
personal protection. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/wood.
