Bosch 1613AEVS User Manual [en, es, fr]

Operating/Safety Instructions

Consignes de fonctionnement/sécurité Instrucciones de funcionamiento

y seguridad

1613AEVS

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Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below, may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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Work Area

Keep your work area clean and well lit.

Cluttered benches and dark areas invite accidents.

Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Power

tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.

Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while operating a power tool.

Distractions can cause you to lose control.

Electrical Safety

Double Insulated tools are equipped with a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other.) This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install a polarized outlet. Do not change the plug in any way. Double Insulation

eliminates the need for the three wire grounded power cord and grounded power supply system. Before plugging in the tool, be

certain the outlet voltage supplied is within the voltage marked on the nameplate. Do not use “AC only” rated tools with a DC power supply.

Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of

electric shock if your body is grounded. If operating the power tool in damp locations is unavoidable, a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter must be used to supply the power to your tool. Electrician’s rubber gloves and footwear will further enhance your personal safety.

Don't expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will

increase the risk of electric shock.

Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord to carry the tools or pull the plug from an outlet. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Replace damaged cords immediately. Damaged cords increase

the risk of electric shock.

When operating a power tool outside, use an outdoor extension cord marked "W-A" or "W." These cords are rated for outdoor use

and reduce the risk of electric shock. Refer to “Recommended sizes of Extension Cords” in the Accessory section of this manual.

Personal Safety

Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use tool while tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of inattention while

operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.

Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Contain long hair. Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long

hair can be caught in moving parts. Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil and grease.

Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch is “OFF” before plugging in. Carrying tools with

your finger on the switch or plugging in tools that have the switch “ON” invites accidents.

Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the tool “ON”. A wrench or a key that

is left attached to a rotating part of the tool may result in personal injury.

Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Proper footing and

balance enables better control of the tool in unexpected situations.

Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Dust mask, non-skid safety

shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection must be used for appropriate conditions.

Tool Use and Care

Use clamps or other practical way to secure and support the workpiece to a stable platform. Holding the work by hand or

against your body is unstable and may lead to loss of control.

Do not force tool. Use the correct tool for your application. The correct tool will do the

job better and safer at the rate for which it is designed.

Do not use tool if switch does not turn it “ON” or “OFF”. Any tool that cannot be

controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.

WARNING

Power Tool Safety Rules

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Safety Rules for Routers

Disconnect the plug from the power source before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing the tool. Such

preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally.

Store idle tools out of reach of children and other untrained persons. Tools are

dangerous in the hands of untrained users.

Maintain tools with care. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained tools,

with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control. Any alteration or modification is a misuse and may result in a dangerous condition.

Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and any other condition that may affect the tools operation. If damaged, have the tool serviced before using. Many accidents are

caused by poorly maintained tools. Develop a periodic maintenance schedule for your tool.

Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your model. Accessories that may be suitable

for one tool, may become hazardous when used on another tool.

Service

Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel. Service or

maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury. For example: internal wires may be misplaced or pinched, safety guard return springs may be improperly mounted.

When servicing a tool, use only identical replacement parts. Follow instructions in the Maintenance section of this manual.

Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow Maintenance Instructions may create a risk of electric shock or injury. Certain cleaning agents such as gasoline, carbon tetrachloride, ammonia, etc. may damage plastic parts.

Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation where the cutting tool may contact hidden wiring or its own cord. Contact with a "live" wire will

make exposed metal parts of the tool "live" and shock the operator. If cutting into

existing walls or other blind areas where electrical wiring may exist is unavoidable, disconnect all fuses or circuit breakers feeding this worksite.

Always make sure the work surface is free from nails and other foreign objects.

Cutting into a nail can cause the bit and the tool to jump and damage the bit.

Never hold the workpiece in one hand and the tool in the other hand when in use. Never place hands near or below cutting surface. Clamping the material and

guiding the tool with both hands is safer.

Never lay workpiece on top of hard surfaces, like concrete, stone, etc...

Protruding cutting bit may cause tool to jump.

Always wear safety goggles and dust mask. Use only in well ventilated area.

Using personal safety devices and working in safe environment reduces risk of injury.

After changing the bits or making any adjustments, make sure the collet nut and any other adjustment devices are securely tightened. Loose adjustment

device can unexpectedly shift, causing loss of control, loose rotating components will be violently thrown.

Never start the tool when the bit is engaged in the material. The bit cutting

edge may grab the material causing loss of control of the cutter.

Always hold the tool with two hands during start-up. The reaction torque of the

motor can cause the tool to twist.

When routing or cutting, the direction of feed with the bit’s cutting edge into the material is very important. Always feed the bit into the material in the same direction as the cutting edge is exiting from the material (which is the same direction as the chips are thrown). NOTE:

inside and outside cuts will require different feed direction, refer to section on feeding the router. Feeding the tool in the wrong direction, causes the cutting edge of the bit to climb out of the work and pull the tool in the direction of this feed.

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Never use dull or damaged bits. Sharp bits must be handled with care. Damaged

bits can snap during use. Dull bits require more force to push the tool, possibly causing the bit to break.

Never touch the bit during or immediately after the use. After use the bit is too hot to

be touched by bare hands.

Never lay the tool down until the motor has come to a complete standstill. The

spinning bit can grab the surface and pull the tool out of your control.

Never use bits that have a cutting diameter greater than the opening in the base.

Some dust created by

power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contains chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:

• Lead from lead-based paints,

• Crystalline silica from bricks and cement

and other masonry products, and

• Arsenic and chromium from chemically-

treated lumber.

Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well ventilated area, and work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.

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WARNING

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IMPORTANT: Some of the following symbols may be used on your tool. Please study them

and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer.

Symbol Name Designation/Explanation

V Volts Voltage (potential)

A Amperes Current

Hz Hertz Frequency (cycles per second)

W Watt Power

kg Kilograms Weight

min Minutes Time

s Seconds Time

Diameter Size of drill bits, grinding wheels, etc.

No load speed Rotational speed, at no load

.../min Revolutions or reciprocation per minute Revolutions, strokes, surface speed,

orbits etc. per minute

0 Off position Zero speed, zero torque...

1, 2, 3, ... Selector settings Speed, torque or position settings.

I, II, III, Higher number means greater speed

Infinitely variable selector with off Speed is increasing from 0 setting

Arrow Action in the direction of arrow

Alternating current Type or a characteristic of current

Direct current Type or a characteristic of current

Alternating or direct current Type or a characteristic of current

Class II construction Designates Double Insulated

Construction tools.

Earthing terminal Grounding terminal

Warning symbol Alerts user to warning messages

Ni-Cad RBRC seal Designates Ni-Cad battery recycling

program

Symbols

This symbol designates that this tool is listed by Underwriters Laboratories.

This symbol designates that this tool is listed by the Canadian Standards Association.

This symbol designates that this tool is listed to Canadian Standards by Underwriters Laboratories.

This symbol

designates that this tool complies to NOM Mexican Standards.

This symbol designates that this tool is listed by Underwriters Laboratories, and listed to Canadian Standards by Underwriters Laboratories.

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Functional Description and Specifications

Disconnect the plug from the power source before making any assembly, adjustments or changing accessories. Such preventive safety

measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally.

WARNING

FIG. 1

FIG. 2

VENTS

SPEED

CONTROL DIAL

BASE

RIGHT HANDLE

DIRECTION OF BIT

ROTATION

LEFT

HANDLE

FINE ADJUSTMENT

KNOB

“LOCK-ON”

BUTTON

ON/OFF TRIGGER

SWITCH

PLUNGE LOCK

LEVER

SPINDLE LOCK

DEPTH ROD

DEPTH INDICATOR

KNOB

CHIP SHIELD

BACK VIEW

FRONT VIEW

Router

Model number: 1613AEVS Voltage rating: 120 V 50 - 60Hz Amperage rating: 12 A

No load speed: n

11,000-22,000/min

Collet capacities: 1/4", 3/8", 1/2", 8mm

DEPTH STOP

TURRET

COLLET

CHUCK

DUST EXTRACTION HOOD

FINE ADJUSTMENT

INDICATOR

SUB-BASE

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SELECTING BITS

A wide assortment of router bits with different profiles are available as accessories. Use 1/2" shank whenever possible, and only use good quality bits.

To prevent personal injury,

always remove the plug from power source before removing or installing bits or accessories.

INSTALLING A ROUTER BIT

1. Lay router on its side with the flat side of base

resting on the bench.

2. Flip up the chip shield.

3. Press spindle lock to prevent rotation of collet

chuck. NOTE: it may be necessary to rotate collet nut to engage spindle lock (Fig. 3).

4. Next, use the collet wrench to loosen the

collet chuck assembly in counter-clockwise direction (viewed from bottom of router).

5. Insert the shank of the router bit into the

collet chuck assembly as far as it will go, then back the shank out until the cutters are approximately 1/8" to 1/4" away from the collet nut face.

6. With the router bit inserted and the spindle

lock engaged, use the collet wrench to firmly tighten the collet chuck assembly in a clockwise direction (viewed from bottom of router).

To ensure proper gripping of the router bit and minimize run-out, the shank of the router bit must be inserted at least 5/8".

When the templet guide adapter has been removed

from base, do not use router bits greater

than 2" in diameter as they will not fit through the sub-base.

To prevent damage to tool, do not tighten collet without

a bit.

NOTE: The bit shank and chuck should be

clean and free of dust, wood, residue and grease before assembling.

REMOVING THE ROUTER BIT

1. Press spindle lock to prevent rotation of collet chuck, and turn the collet chuck assembly in a counter-clockwise direction.

2. Once the collet chuck assembly is loosened, continue to turn the collet chuck assembly until it pulls the collet free from its taper, and the router bit can be removed.

NOTE: The collet chuck is self-extracting; it is NOT necessary to strike the collet chuck to free the router bit.

COLLET CHUCK CARE

With the router bit removed, continue to turn the collet chuck counter-clockwise until it is free of the shaft. To assure a firm grip, occasionally blow out the collet chuck with compressed air, and clean the taper in the armature assembly shaft with a tissue or fine brush. The collet chuck is made up of two component parts that snap together (Fig. 4); check to see that the collet is properly seated in the collet chuck nut and lightly thread the collet chuck back onto the armature shaft. Replace worn or damaged collet chucks immediately.

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Assembly

FIG. 3

BIT

COLLET CHUCK

SPINDLE

LOCK

SHANK

WRENCH

BASE

WARNING

CAUTION

WARNING

COLLET

NUT

FIG. 4

COLLET

CHUCK

CHIP SHIELD (opened)

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INSTALLING TEMPLET GUIDE ADAPTER

Place templet guide adapter over the holes in the center of the sub-base, and align the two threaded holes in the bottom of adapter with the countersunk holes in sub-base. Fasten adapter with the screws provided. Note that the adapter is reversible, so the release lever may be positioned as desired (Fig. 6).

ROUTER DUST COLLECTION

Your router is equipped with a dust extraction hood for use when routing is done in the middle of the workpiece, such as when creating slots or routing patterns for inlays. If you have a shop vacuum system, you can attach the dust extraction hood for improved visibility, accuracy and utility, particularly in freehand routing.

To attach, position as shown and secure adapter to base with the thumbscrews provided (Fig. 5).

The dust extraction hood can also be installed with the hose outlet facing the front of the tool. If the templet guide adapter is installed, it will need to be reversed or removed to allow the release lever to fit under the dust hood.

The dust extraction hood itself is sized to accept 35mm vacuum hoses. Also included is

an adapter that will connect the hood to 11/4” and 1-1/2” vacuum hoses. Also available as an optional accessory is a special dust collection for edge forming. Do not use both hoods at the same time.

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Operating Instructions

Bosch plunge routers are designed for speed, accuracy and convenience in performing cabinet work, routing, fluting, beading, covecutting, dovetails, etc. This will enable you to accomplish inlay work, decorative edges and many types of special carving.

PLUNGING ACTION

The plunge feature simplifies depth adjustments and will allow the cutting bit to easily and accurately enter the workpiece. To lower, push plunge lock lever to the left, apply downward pressure until you reach desired depth, and release pressure on lever to lock (Fig. 7). The plunge lock lever is spring loaded and returns automatically to the locked position. To raise the router, push plunge lock lever to the left, release pressure on router and the router will automatically retract the bit from the workpiece. It is advisable to retract the bit whenever it is not engaged in workpiece.

TEMPLET GUIDE

ADAPTER

TEMPLET

GUIDE

RELEASE

LEVER

PLUNGE

LOCK

LEVER

MOUNTING

SCREWS

FIG. 6

FIG. 5

DUST EXTRACTION HOOD

THUMB

SCREWS

FIG. 7

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DEPTH ROD AND TURRET

The depth rod and the depth stop turret are used to control cutting depth as follows;

With the bit installed, gently lower the motor until the tip of the router bit just contacts the level surface the router is sitting on. This is the “zero” position, from which further depth adjustments can be accurately made. To set a desired depth of cut, rotate depth stop turret until the lowest step is aligned with the depth rod. Loosen depth indicator knob and lower the depth rod until it contacts the lowest step of the turret. Slide the depth indicator until the red line indicates zero on the depth scale, indicating the point at which the bit just contacts the work (Fig. 8).

To set a desired cutting depth, slide the depth rod up until the red depth indicator line attains the desired cutting depth, and secure the rod in position by firmly tightening the depth indicator knob. The desired depth of cut may now be achieved by plunging the router until the depth rod contacts the selected stop on the turret. To be certain that your depth settings are as desired, you may want to make test cuts in scrap material before

beginning work. Once the desired final depth has been set on the lowest depth turret setting with the depth rod, it is possible to make progressively deeper cuts by starting with the highest step on the depth turret and after each cut, rotating the depth turret to progressively lower steps as desired, until the final depth (lowest step or flat) is reached. Steps progress by 1/8” increments.

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FINE ADJUSTMENT

The router is equipped with a true micrometer-type fine adjustment mechanism, which can be used in any plunge position and provides precise adjustment of the router bit position for unmatched accuracy. When the tool is plunged to the approximate position desired, this device may be adjusted to precisely set the final bit position (Fig. 9).

To use the fine adjustment, turn the fine adjustment knob clockwise to lower the router bit or counter-clockwise to raise it. To allow precise settings, the indicator ring is graduated in English and Metric increments, each line is equal to .004” or 1/10 mm. The fine adjustment indicator may be reset to zero without moving the fine adjustment knob, to allow the user to begin the adjustment from any reference point desired.

The fine adjustment mechanism has a total adjustment range of 5/8”, which is indicated by the index marker on the back of the housing. Whenever the fine adjustment is used, be certain that the index marker is positioned between the two lines to ensure enough travel in the desired direction after the router is plunged into position. Note that

when the router is plunged to maximum depth or is fully retracted to the top of the posts, the fine adjustment knob cannot move the motor further down or up, as the full extension of travel has been reached. Similarly, the fine adjustment knob cannot lower the bit when the depth rod is tightened against the depth turret.

FIG. 9

FINE

ADJUSTMENT

KNOB

FINE

ADJUSTMENT

INDICATOR

FIG. 8

DEPTH INDICATOR

KNOB

DEPTH

INDICATOR

DEPTH ROD

DEPTH STOP

TURRET

INDEX

MARKER

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TRIGGER SWITCH AND

“LOCK-ON” BUTTON

Your router can be turned ON or OFF by squeezing or releasing the trigger. Your router is also equipped with a “Lock-ON” button located to the left of trigger that allows continuous operation without holding the trigger.

TO LOCK SWITCH ON: Squeeze trigger, depress button and release trigger (Fig. 2).

TO UNLOCK SWITCH: Squeeze trigger and release it without depressing the “Lock-ON” button.

If the “Lock-ON” button is continuously being

depressed, the trigger cannot be released.

Always make sure that the bit is not touching the work when turning the switch on or off. Contact the work with the router after the router has reached full speed, and remove it from the work before turning the switch off. Operating in this manner will prolong switch and motor life and will greatly increase the quality of your work.

SOFT START FEATURE

Electronic feedback control minimizes torque twist customary in larger routers by limiting the speed at which motor starts.

ELECTRONIC VARIABLE SPEED CONTROL

The electronic speed control feature allows motor speed to be matched to cutter size and material hardness for improved finish, extended bit life, and higher performance. Speed changes are achieved by rotating the Speed Control Dial clockwise to decrease speed, counter-clockwise to increase speed (Fig. 10). Speed may be changed while tool is on. The reference numbers on the dial facilitate re-setting control to desired speed.

The speed chart indicates the relationship between settings and application. Exact settings are determined by operator experience and preference. The bit manufacturer may also have a speed recommendation.

CONSTANT RESPONSE™ CIRCUITRY

The router's Constant Response™ Circuitry monitors and adjusts power to maintain the desired RPM for consistent performance and control.

WARNING

RPM 22000 19000 17000 15000 13000 11000 min Pos. 1 2 3 4 5 6

FIG. 10

SPEED

CONTROL DIAL

DIAL

SETTING RPM APPLICATION

1 11,000 2 13,000 3 15,000

4 17,000 5 19,000 6 22,000

} }

Nonferrous metals, larger diameter bits, and cutters

Softwoods, plastics, counter tops, smaller diameter bits, and cutters

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EDGE FORMING

When edge forming, always use piloted or bearing bits. The lower portion of a pilot tipped bit is a shaft with no cutting edges. Bearing guide bits have a ball bearing to pilot the bit, as shown in (Fig. 12).

This pilot slides along the edge of the work as the rotating blades make the cut, forming molding or decorative edges. The edge on which the pilot slides should be perfectly smooth since any irregularities are transferred to the shaped surface.

When routing a workpiece that requires edge forming on the endgrain, always rout the endgrain edge before routing the edges that follow the grain. This minimizes the possibility of damage from any blowout at the end of endgrain.

FIG. 12

PILOT OR BEARING SLIDES

ALONG EDGE OF WORKPIECE

CUTTER PART OF

PILOT TIPPED BIT

CUT

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FEEDING THE ROUTER

As seen from the top of the router, the bit turns clockwise and the cutting edges face accordingly. Therefore, the most efficient cut is made by feeding the router so that the bit turns into the work, not away. Figure 11 shows proper feed for various cuts. How fast you feed depends on the hardness of the material and the size of the cut. For some materials, it is best to make several cuts of increasing depth.

If the router is hard to control, heats up, runs very slowly or leaves an imperfect cut, consider these causes:

1. Wrong direction of feed — hard to control.

2. Feeding too fast — overloads motor.

3. Dull bit — overloads motor.

4. Cut is too large for one pass — overloads motor.

5. Feeding too slow — leaves friction burns on work.

Feed smoothly and steadily (do not force). You will soon learn how the router sounds and feels when it is working best.

RATE OF FEED

When routing or doing related work in wood and plastics, the best finishes will result if the depth of cut and feed rate are regulated to keep the motor operating at high speed. Feed the router at a moderate rate. Soft materials require a faster feed rate than hard materials.

The router may stall if improperly used or overloaded. Reduce the feed rate to prevent possible damage to the tool. Always be sure the collet chuck is tightened securely before use. Always use router bits with the shortest cutting length necessary to produce the desired cut. This will minimize router bit runout and chatter.

FIG. 11

BIT

WORK

DIRECTION OF ROUTER FEED

START

HERE

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DUST COLLECTION WHILE

EDGE FORMING

The RA1170 dust extraction hood (optional accessory) is used for dust collection when edge-forming (Fig. 13).

Read and understand these instructions and tool

manual for use of these accessories.

Do not reach in area of the bit while the router is ON or plugged in.

To avoid entangling hoses,

do not use this dust extraction hood at the same time as any other dust extraction hood.

ATTACHING DUST EXTRACTION HOOD

You can attach the hood in several places according to your needs or preferences. This hood is attached using two of the screw holes on the router base that are used to attach the router’s sub-base. Choose the desired location for the hood. Loosen and take out the two screws from the router base and attach the dust extraction hood — over the router’s sub-base — using the screws provided with the hood. Securely tighten the screws (Fig. 14).

The dust extraction hood itself is sized to accept 35mm vacuum hoses. Also included is the VAC002 adapter that will connect the hood to 1-1/4’’ and 1-1/2’’ vacuum hoses.

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DUST

EXTRACTION

HOOD

ROUTER

SUB-BASE

WORKPIECE

EDGE

WARNING

CAUTION

4mm x 16mm

SCREW

SUB-BASE

DUST

EXTRACTION

HOOD

4mm x 16mm

SCREW

FIG. 14

FIG. 13

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CENTERING THE SUB-BASE AND

TEMPLET GUIDES

Your router features the Bosch “Precision Centering Design”. Its sub-base is precisely centered at the factory. This positions the bit at the center of the sub-base and optional templet guides. Precision centering allows you to closely follow jigs such as straight guides, templets, and dovetail fixtures without worrying about bit walkoff from the intended cut line for any reason, including the orientation of the router’s handles.

In the event the sub-base screws are loosened or removed, such when preparing the router for use in a router table, here's how to re-center the sub-base when reattaching it:

To quickly re-center the sub-base, attach the sub-base using the set of flathead screws (included) and the countersunk screw holes in the sub-base. (Flathead screws have the tapered heads.) The flathead screws and countersunk holes will pull the sub-base into a position that is very close to centered.

OR — To most precisely re-center the sub-base, attach the sub-base using the optional Bosch centering cone, an optional Bosch templet guide, and the set of pan-head screws (included). (Pan-head screws have rounded tops.) Follow steps 1-8.

1. Position the sub-base so that its pan-head screw holes are over the matching set of threaded holes in the base.

2. Insert the pan-head screws, not the flathead screws, through the sub-base and tighten them until they are snug, but still allow the sub-base to move.

3. Insert templet guide (optional accessory) the installed template guide adapter as described elsewhere in this manual.

4. Slide centering cone (optional accessory) through templet guide and into collet. Use narrow end of cone when inserting into 1/4” collet, wider end of cone when inserting into 1/2” collet.

5. Tighten collet nut with fingers to put slight grip on centering cone.

6. Lightly press centering cone into templet guide to center guide and sub-base.

7. Tighten the pan-head screws.

8. Remove centering cone. The precision centering of the templet guide and sub-base is complete.

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GUIDING THE ROUTER

The router can be guided through the work in any of several ways. The method you use depends, of course, on the demands of the particular job and on convenience.

For routing operations such as grooving or dadoing, it is often necessary to guide the tool in a line parallel to a straight edge. One method of obtaining a straight cut is to securely clamp a board or other straightedge to the work surface, and guide the edge of the router sub-base along this path (Fig. 16).

FIG. 16

BOARD GUIDE

SECURELY

CLAMP BOARD

GUIDE

FEED

DIRECTION

D D

FIG. 15

CENTERING CONE (optional accessory)

TEMPLET GUIDE (optional accessory)

SUB-BASE

A = COUNTERSUNK SCREW HOLES B = PAN-HEAD SCREW HOLES C = TEMPLET GUIDE ADAPTER

SCREW HOLES

D = HOLES FOR ATTACHING

ROUTER TO ROUTER TABLE MOUNTING PLATE

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TEMPLET GUIDES

The router is equipped with an exclusive quick-change templet guide adapter, which firmly grips the guides with a spring-loaded ring. To insert or change the templet guide, retract the templet guide release lever. Align the cutaways on the templet guide with the tabs on the bottom of the templet guide adapter. Insert the templet guide and release the lever to grip the templet guide in place (Fig. 17).

Templet guides are used with a number of special accessories, such as hinge templets, which are listed in your BOSCH catalog. In addition, special templets are easily prepared for cutting repeated patterns, special designs, inlays, and other applications. A templet pattern may be made of plywood, hardboard, metal or even plastic, and the design can be cut with a router, jigsaw, or other suitable cutting tool. Remember that the pattern will have to be made to compensate for the distance between the router bit and the templet guide (the “offset”), as the final workpiece will differ

in size from the templet pattern by that amount, due to the bit position (Fig. 18).

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TEMPLET GUIDE

(optional accessory)

TEMPLET GUIDE

ADAPTER

TEMPLET GUIDE RELEASE LEVER

FIG. 17

COLLET CHUCK

WORKPIECE

ROUTER BIT

OFFSET

TEMPLET

GUIDE

TEMPLET PATTERN

FIG. 18

ROUTER

SUB-BASE

DELUXE ROUTER GUIDE

(Not included, available as accessory)

The Bosch deluxe router guide is an optional accessory that will guide the router parallel to a straight edge or allow you to create circles and arcs.

The deluxe router guide is supplied with two rods and six thumb screws to fasten the guide (Fig. 19). In addition, it features a fine adjustment knob and indicator 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 deluxe router guide may also be positioned directly under the router base for operations where a cut is needed close to or at the edge of the work.

For complete instructions on installation and operation, please refer to the instructions which are included with this accessory.

FIG. 19

DESIRED

WIDTH

CUT

BASE

WORKPIECE

ROUTER

GUIDE

RODS

THUMB SCREW

FINE

ADJUSTMENT

KNOB

FINE ADJUSTMENT

INDICATOR

FEED

DIRECTION

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