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12

Operation

Once the router is properly 

installed and connected to the 

router table you can use the 

safety switch on the router table 

to turn the router on.
1. Insert the switch disabling 

insert (6) and ensure the 

switch is in the OFF position 

(fig. R).

2  Make sure the switch on the 

router is in the OFF position.

3. Make sure the router is 

plugged into the outlet on the 

router table switch box.

4. Plug the router table cord into 

a power socket.

5. Turn the router switch to the 

ON position and lock the 

switch on.

6. Flip the router table switch to the ON position to turn on 

and operate the router (fig. S).

7. Push the switch to the OFF position to turn off the router.

Adjusting the depth of cut

The depth of cut affects the rate and quality of cut. The 

plunge lock lever on the router holds the router at the 

desired height and depth of cut.
Refer to instruction manual that came supplied with your 

router for details on how to adjust the depth of cut.

Using the starting pin

The starting pin (17) is used to pivot a small workpiece.  

The starting pin fits into the threaded opening on the top  

of the table near the table insert. Turn the pin clockwise  

to insert it into the table. Turn the pin anti-clockwise to 

remove it from the table.

Adjusting the fence

The fence can be adjusted in various ways to accommodate 

the size and shape of a particular workpiece. 

1. To slide the fence backwards and forwards loosen the 

two fence locking knobs (fig. T). This will set the infeed 

fence (9) to support the workpiece (fig. U).

2. Loosen the outfeed fence locking knob (12) to move the 

outfeed fence forward or backward (fig. V). This will help 

support the workpiece after it has been cut.

3. Loosen the 4 lock knobs on the infeed and outfeed fence 

panels to slide the panels left and right (fig. W).

Direction of feed

1. Feed the workpiece from right to left.
2. The material must be fed against the cutting edge of the 

router bit.

3. Ensure that the workpiece is tight against the fence.
4. Adjust the infeed fence so that it supports the uncut 

material and adjust the outfeed fence so that it supports 

the cut material, compensating for the removed stock.

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Summary of Contents for RT300

Page 1: ...1 ROUTER TABLE RT300 INSTRUCTION MANUAL Black Cyan Magenta Yellow Code RT300 Date 060907 Edition 06 Op BR ...

Page 2: ...om the date of the original purchase If found to be defective in materials or workmanship the tool or the offending faulty component will be repaired or replaced free of charge with another of the same item A small freight charge may apply Proof of purchase is essential We reserve the right to reject any claim where the purchase cannot be verified This warranty does not include damage or defects t...

Page 3: ...ur expectations It has been manufactured under stringent GMC Quality Standards to meet superior performance criteria You will find your new tool easy and safe to operate and with proper care it will give you many years of dependable service CAUTION Carefully read through this entire Instruction Manual before using your new GMC Power Tool Take special care to heed the Cautions and Warnings Your GMC...

Page 4: ...ments to do the job best handled by a heavier duty tool Never use a tool for a purpose for which it was not intended 7 Dress correctly Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery They can be caught in moving parts Rubber gloves and non slip footwear are recommended when working outdoors If you have long hair wear a protective hair covering 8 Use safety accessories Safety glasses and earmuffs should al...

Page 5: ...ng it on the table making adjustments or changing accessories The router could start accidentally Make sure the router is fully and securely attached to the router table Periodically check connections for tightness The router motor can vibrate loose during use and fall from the table Do not use the router table without the guard The guard assists in keeping hands away from unintended contact with ...

Page 6: ...oards and other jigs to hold the workpiece Push sticks feather boards and jigs eliminate the need to hold the workpiece near the spinning bit Do not use the table as a work bench or work surface Using it for purposes other than routing may cause damage and make it unsafe to use for routing Do not stand on the table Wear goggles Wear earmuffs Wear a breathing mask Assembly This router table is ship...

Page 7: ... outfeed fence panels 2 8 On off switch box 9 Guard 10 Mitre gauge 11 Mitre gauge lock knob 12 Mitre gauge bar 13 32mm table insert 14 47mm table insert 15 55mm table insert 16 Guard pin 17 Starting pin 18 Carriage bolts 1 large 1 medium 5 small 1 small carriage bolt already fitted to adjustable fence bracket 19 Flat washers for carriage bolts 7 1 flat washer already fitted to adjustable fence bra...

Page 8: ...ble leg 3 Right table leg 4 Table inserts x3 5 On off switch 6 Switch disabling insert 7 Rear fence 8 Adjustable fence bracket 9 Infeed fence 10 Outfeed fence 11 Fence locking knobs 12 Outfeed fence locking knob 13 Guard 14 Mitre gauge 15 Mitre gauge lock knob 16 Dust extraction port 17 Starting pin 1 2 3 4 6 5 7 8 9 10 11 12 11 13 14 15 16 17 ...

Page 9: ... make sure it moves freely fig E Note The on off switch features a switch disabling insert for greater safety when the tool is left unattended The switch disabling insert must be in place before using the tool fig F Securing the table to a work bench 1 Both table legs feature openings at the base of the legs for securing the router table to a suitable work bench 2 The work bench should be level an...

Page 10: ...to the fence 1 Place the arm of the guard 13 over the support base on the fence 7 fig I 2 Align the openings on each side of the guard arm with the openings on the support base on the fence 3 Slide the guard pin through both sides of the guard arm and the support base on the fence fig J Tap gently on the pin if needed to insert it through the support base Adjusting the mitre gauge 1 Place the mitr...

Page 11: ...the centre of the router 5 Turn the router plate upside down and stick the tracing paper upside down onto the plate with its centre coincidental to the centre of the hole in the plate 6 Double check you have the tracing paper the correct way up so that the router when mounted from underneath lines up with the centre of the hole in the router plate and the marked holes you are about to drill throug...

Page 12: ...ng pin The starting pin 17 is used to pivot a small workpiece The starting pin fits into the threaded opening on the top of the table near the table insert Turn the pin clockwise to insert it into the table Turn the pin anti clockwise to remove it from the table Adjusting the fence The fence can be adjusted in various ways to accommodate the size and shape of a particular workpiece 1 To slide the ...

Page 13: ...oth is recommended Water must never come into contact with the router table General inspection Regularly check that all the fixing screws are tight They may vibrate loose over time Power cord maintenance If the supply cord needs replacing the task must be carried out by the manufacturer the manufacturer s agent or an authorised service centre in order to avoid a safety hazard Repairs Only an autho...

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Page 16: ...ew Zealand 7am 7pm 7days a week AEST Please note that if repair or replacement is required you must provide a valid original purchase receipt You will need the following details at hand to log your service request Personal details First Last name address pick up address contact phone numbers email address Product details Product number date of purchase retailer bought from State postcode receipt n...

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