Pr102 Edge Guide; Attaching The Edge Guide; Using Self-Piloted Bits - Bosch GKF125CE Operating/Safety Instructions Manual

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PR102 EDGE GUIDE

The edge guide is an optional accessory that
will guide the router parallel to a straight edge
(Fig. 14).
The edge guide is supplied in two parts held
together with a bolt, wing nut and washer.

Attaching the Edge Guide

1. Remove the subbase by unscrewing the
three screws.
2. Position the adapter in the gap in the base.
3. Fasten the adapter using the two Philips
screws (Fig. 13).
4. Reattach the subbase.
NOTE: See "Check Subbabse Location"
section on how to center the subbase.
5. Attach the edge guide to the adapter using
the knurled screw with two washers (Fig.
14).
The guide features a scale for accurately
positioning the edge guide relative to the bit.
With the guide installed and adjusted, the
router should be fed normally, keeping the
guide in contact with the edge of the workpiece
at all times.
The edge guide can also be positioned directly
under the router base for operations where a
cut is needed close to or at the edge of the
work, such as when rounding off deck planks.

USING SELF-PILOTED BITS

Self-piloted bits have an integral round tip or
ball bearing which rides against the work
surface above or below the cutter to control
horizontal cutting depth (Fig. 15). When using
these bits, neither the roller guide or the
straight guide is required. When guiding
against a laminated surface, use wax or other
lubricant and do not apply excess pressure or
the piloted end may mar the work. Bearing
pilots must be kept clean and free of adhesive
or other residue. Router bit bearings are
sealed and permanently lubricated, and should
be replaced when they no longer turn freely to
avoid damaging the work surface.
FIG. 13
FIG. 15
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ADAPTER
FIG. 14