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CMS OF Router Table
Operation
Changing Router Bits
Depending on the size of the router bit and your personal
preference, you can change router bits from above the
table, below the table, or by removing the table insert
and inverting it. Refer to your router’s manual for specific
instructions about changing router bits.
WARNING!
To reduce the risk of injury, always
unplug the router or router table from electri
-
cal power before changing router bits or making
adjustments to the router.
Note:
The OF 1400 router has a mechanical inter-
lock that prevents the spindle lock ratchet button
from being depressed while the power trigger is in
the On-position. To change bits, you must unplug
the router and release the trigger lock.
Changing Bits Above the Table
Changing router bits from above the table should be
performed only with small diameter router bits. The risk is
that your collet wrench can contact the carbide teeth and
chip them.
1. Unplug the router or router table from electrical power.
For the OF 1400 router, also release the trigger lock.
2.
Raise the router to its maximum height, and remove any
throat plates that are installed.
3. Reach below the table and press the spindle lock button.
4. Carefully place the collet wrench over the collet nut and
loosen the collet. Take care to not let the wrench slip off
the nut.
5. When inserting a new bit, make sure that at least 1 inch
of the bit’s shank is inserted into the collet.
6. Retighten the collet nut.
Changing Bits Below the Table
The benefit of changing bits from under the table is that
you can leave your fence in its existing position, but still
have easy access to the collet nut, even for large bits.
1. Unplug the router or router table from electrical power.
For the OF 1400 router, also release the trigger lock.
2.
If necessary, remove the dust shroud from the router,
and lower the router to its minimum height.
3. From below the table, press the spindle lock button.
4. Loosen the collet nut and remove the router bit.
5. When inserting a new bit, make sure that at least 1 inch
of the bit’s shank is inserted into the collet.
6. Retighten the collet nut.
Changing Bits with the Baseplate Inverted
Changing bits with the table insert inverted provides the
greatest access to the router. However, it does require
removing the fence.
1. Unplug the router or router table from electrical power.
For the OF 1400 router, also release the trigger lock.
2. Raise the router to its highest position to make it easier
to remove the table insert. (Remove the crank handle
before inverting the table.)
3. Lift the insert out of the table, turn it over, and replace it
in the inverted position.
4. If necessary, remove the dust shroud from the router,
and raise the router to access the collet nut.
5.
Change the router bit in a normal manner.
Dust
Shroud
Crank
Handle
Spindle
Lock
