Edge Routing; Internal Routing - Craftsman 320.2768 Operator's Manual

To be certain that your depth settings are correct, always make test cuts in
scrap material similar to your workpiece before beginning the final cutting
operation.
Remember, knowing the right depth for each cut comes with routing experience.
EDGE ROUTING {Fig. 11)
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With the depth-of-cut set, place the
router on the edge of workpiece, making
sure that the cutter does not contact the
workpiece.
Clamp an edge guide (board or metal
straightedge) in place to help guide the
router base.
Turn the router "On", and allow the motor
build to its full speed.
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Fig. 12
Fig. 12b
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serious personal injury.
NOTE: Making test cuts in scrap material
that is similar to your workpiece is essential.
Learning how the router's speed, depth-of-cut
and cutter bit will react in the workpiece will
help you produce quality cuts.
INTERNAL ROUTING {Figs. 12, 12a, 12b and 13)
1. With the depth-of-cut set, tilt the router
and place it on the workpiece with
only the leading edge of the sub-base
contacting the workpiece (Fig. 12).
2. Turn the motor "On" and allow motor build
up to its full speed, being careful not to let
the cutter bit contact workpiece.
4. To begin your cut, gradually feed the
cutter bit into the edge of the workpiece. Edging with Fixed Base
5. When the cut is complete, turn motor "Off" and allow cutter bit come to a
complete stop before removing it from the workpiece.
6. Unplug the router from the power source, and inspect the finished cut in the
workpiece.
_1, WARNING: Always securely clamp your workpiece 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 possibly serious personal injury.
A_, WARNING: Removing the cutter bit from the workpiece while it is still
rotating could damage the workpiece and result in loss of control, causing