Porter-Cable 8529 Instruction Manual page 13

Always set the tool to the neutral position after each project is completed and before
storing, so that it is ready to begin the next project.
NOTE: The maximum amount of plunge (maximum amount of motor travel) is
approximately 2-1/2". The micro adjusting plunge mechanism is in the neutral
position when the motor will move up and down this amount (without a bit
installed).
FOR USE AS HAND HELD ROUTER
Disconnect the tool from the power source!
1. Set the micro-plunge adjusting mechanism to the neutral position.
2. Move the plunge locking lever (B) Fig. 8 to the free motion position by rotating
it to the operator's left until it locks.
3. Raise the depth rod (Q) Fig. 9 to its highest position.
4. Install the bit.
5. Plunge the router down by hand until the bit is flush with surface of the
workpiece and hold firmly.
6. Turn the micro-plunge adjusting knob counterclockwise until you feel resistance.
(Fig. 14).
NOTE: This may require 20 or more revolutions.
7. Release the router.
8. Hold the micro-plunge adjusting knob (E) Fig. 8 while turning the micro-plunge
adjusting ring (F) Fig. 8 until the "0" lines up with reference mark (A) Fig. 14 on
the motor housing.
NOTE: For every complete turn of the micro-plunge adjusting knob, the motor
moves up or down 1/8". The graduations on the micro-adjusting ring are marked
in 1/32" increments. To achieve a plunge of 1/4", turn the micro-plunge adjusting
knob 2 complete turns clockwise (1/8" + 1/8" = 1/4"). To achieve a plunge of 5/32",
turn the micro-plunge adjusting knob 1 complete turn and an additional quarter
turn (one complete turn = 1/8" or 4/32" and 1/4 turn = 1/32").
NOTE: The micro-plunge adjusting ring will turn with the micro-plunge adjusting
knob, so that the distance of bit travel is always known.
9. Turn the micro-plunge adjusting knob clockwise until you achieve the desired
depth of plunge.
10. Set the plunge locking lever (C) Fig. 8 to the locked position after you adjust
the plunge and before you turn the unit "ON". Move the lever to the right as
far as it will go.
NOTE: The depth rod and depth rod stops may be used in combination with the
micro-plunge adjusting mechanism to allow stock removal in steps or to provide the
various depths that may be required for a particular project.
A
Fig. 14
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Fig. 15