Internal Routing With Plunge Base - Craftsman 320.28084 Product Manual

NOTE: Making test cuts is essential with most routing applications. A test cut
will give you a feel for the set-up, the router's speed, the depth of cut, and how
the cutting bit reacts to the workpiece.
INTERNAL ROUTING WITH PLUNGE BASE (Figs. 27 and 27a)
1. With the depth-of-cut set, Fig. 27
and the plunge action locked
in the raised (UP) position,
turn the router motor "ON"
and allow the router motor
to reach the selected speed
(see Fig. 27).
2. Unlock the plunge-lock
lever and gently and
evenly lower the plunge
action into the workpiece.
(see Fig. 27a).
3. When the plunge action
is fully lowered, lock the
plunge lock lever (DOWN) Fig. 27a
and proceed to make the
cut (see Fig. 27a).
4. When the cut is
completed, turn the router
motor "OFF" and allow
the cutting bit come to a
complete stop.
5. When the cutting bit has
come to a complete stop,
unlock the plunge lock
lever (UP), and the plunge
action will automatically
retract the cutting bit from
the workpiece.
6. Unplug the router from power source, place the router on the worktable, and
inspect the finished cut in the workpiece.
,_ WARNING: Always securely clamp the workpiece in place, and keep a firm
grip on the router base with both hands at all times. Failure to do so could result
in loss of control, causing serious personal injury.
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