Use and Care Manual

Model T28780 T28781 (Mfd. Since 04/20)
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IMPORTANT: When positioning the router in
the clamping plates, take into account access to
router controls, such as variable-speed dial, depth
adjustments, and other locks or levers.
Installing Router
1. Insert crank handle in index ring on mount-
ing plate (see Figure 3 on Page 4) and turn
clockwise until lift just touches the bottom of
the plate.
Figure 36. Lift assembly resting on blocks of
wood.
Slide
Block
Clamp
Block
Figure 37. Example of router installed in
clamping plates.
4. Secure router with best configuration of
clamping plates that securely hold it, then
retighten cap screws (see Figure 37).
Note: Router body should just touch the back
of the mounting plate.
x 4
2. Remove lift assembly from router table and
place upside down on two blocks of wood
(see Figure 36) so router collet can extend
through the center hole in the mounting plate.
3. Loosen (4) cap screws that secure clamp
block to slide block (see Figure 36).
5. Re-install lift assembly in router table.
If router unexpectedly moves or router
bit contacts plate insert or fence during
operation, serious personal injury could
result from the router bit or flying debris.
ALWAYS make sure router is firmly secured
in clamping plates before beginning
operations.