Craftsman RZ100 User Manual

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RZ 100

Installation Instructions:

TO AVOID CONFUSION DURING INSTALLATION follow steps 1 through 5 listed below

Step 1. Remove pages 2 through 7 from book

Craftsman

DeWalt

DW 625

Step 2. Remove your router install pages Step 3. Return extra pages to box Step 4. For smoothest plunging action purchase

STP® before installation. SEE PAGE 2 Step 5. See page 3 for parts diagram

Router Install Pages

Craftsman 27505-27506-27510-27511 -- ( 8-9-10 ) De Walt DW 625 & ELU 3337- 3338-3339 -- ( 11-12-13 ) De Walt DW 621 -- ( 14-15-16 ) Freud FT 2000 -- ( 17-18-19 ) Hitachi M12V -- ( 20-21-22 ) Hitachi TR12 -- ( 23-24-25 )

Makita 3612 Series -- ( 26-27-28-29 ) Porter Cable 6931 Plunge Base -- ( 30-31-32-33-34-35 )

DeWalt

DW 621

Hitachi

M12V

Freud

FT 2000

Hitachi

TR12

Porter Cable 7538 / 7539 -- ( 36-37-38 ) Porter Cable 7529 / 8529 -- ( 39-40-41 ) Ryobi RE 600 -- ( 42-43-44 )

Ryobi RE 500 -- ( instructions available on our website )

For Parts or Installation Assistance Contact

phone: 1-866-266-1293 fax: 1-515-266-2122

INC.

2729 Delaware Ave, Des Moines, IA. 50317

Visit our Website @ www.routertechnologies.com

Craftsman is a registered trademark of the Sears, Roebuck and Co. Corporation DeWalt is a registered trademark of the Black and Decker Corporation ELU is a registered trademark of the A.G. Corporation Freud is a registered trademark of Freud USA Ltd Hitachi is a registered trademark of the Hitachi Ltd Corporation Makita is a registered trademark of the Makita Electric Works Corporation Porter Cable is a registered trademark of the Porter Cable Corporation Ryobi is a registered trademark of the Ryobi Ltd Corporation

Porter Cable

7538 / 7539

Makita

3612

Porter

Cable

7529 / 8529

Porter Cable

6931

Ryobi

RE 600

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METRIC EQUIVILANTS FOR INTERNATIONAL CUSTOMERS

Note: The following metric drill bit or wrench sizes may be substituted

for all operations other than drilling hole for #30 Dust Cover Insert.

1/8” = 0.125" 3.20mm = 0.126"

3/32" = 0.093 2.4mm = 0.094

5/32" = 0.156" no metric equivilant, this hole must be drilled to 5/32"

7/32" = 0.218" 5.5mm = 0.216"

5/16" = 0.312" 8.0mm = 0.315

21/64" = 0.328" 8.3mm = 0.326" or 8.5mm = 0.334"

1/2" = 0.500" 12.8mm = 0.503 or 13mm = 0.511

11/16"= 0.687" 17.5mm = 0.689" or 18mm = 0.708"

3/4" = 0.750" 19.0mm = 0.748

# 30 Dust Cover Insert must be 0.500" use a 12.5mm bit and sand hole to fit cover. 12.5mm = 0.492"

This instruction manual covers several different makes and models of plunge routers. The instructions are written for a person with some mechanical ability. If you understand the parts and operation of a plunge router, installing the Router Raizer is not difficult. Before beginning installation compare the illustrations and photos to your router, original subbase or router table insert plate. Understand the location and function of both original and Router Raizer parts. Keep all spare parts, instruction manual and templates for future reference.

Responsibility of the Owner

Important: Read, understand and follow instructions to avoid personal injury.

1. The responsibility of the owner is to follow the instructions, cautions, and warnings bellow and in the instructions

2. Know and understand the location of both original and Router Raizer parts.

3. Follow all the assembly instructions carefully.

4. Correctly adjust the components making sure the plunge action is smooth and plunge lock operates properly.

5. Carefully read and follow all notes, tips, cautions and warnings.

6. Make sure all operators of the Router Raizer know how to correctly use it.

Caution: Before and during installation of Router Raizer make sure power switch is in the off position and tool is

disconnected from power source to avoid accidental starting of the tool which may result in personal injury.

Caution: Always make sure router power switch is in the off position and disconnected from power source

before and during any adjustments to the router or Router Raizer.

Warning: Never remove or reinstall #31 dust cover or make any depth of cut adjustments from either end of

#1 mainshaft until router power switch is off, cutting tool has completely stopped rotating and tool is disconnected from power source.

Caution: Always secure plunge lock before and during routing operations.

ROUTER TECHNOLOGIES LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY

Router Technologies warrants the Router Raizer to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of Two ( 2 ) Years from the original date of purchase to original owner. Our responsibility under this warranty is to replace, at no cost, any part which upon inspection at our facility is found to be defective in either material or workmanship. This warranty does not imply that the product is fit for a particular use or application, this warranty does not apply to parts which have been modified, altered, misused, damaged by improper storage. It also does not cover loss of parts during use, or mechanical adjustments which are covered in the instruction manual. In no event shall Router Technologies be liable for any indirect, incidental or consequential damages from the sale or use of the product. This disclaimer applies both during and after the term of the warranty.

This warranty is your only remedy and parts are to be returned prepaid to our facility for inspection at Router Technologies, 2729 Delaware Ave, Des Moines, IA. 50317. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights which may vary from state to state. Any legal actions must be brought in Polk County Iowa.

READ THIS PAGE BEFORE INSTALLATION

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FULL SIZE PARTS DIAGRAM ON BACK OF THIS PAGE ( PAGE 3 )

1. Remove Pages From Book

Before installation please remove the pages required for your router from this book.

Failure to due so can result in referring to the wrong page, confusion and damaged parts!

2. Installation

The Router Raizer is designed to make the plunge router easy and enjoyable to adjust . It may appear to be complex and difficult to install, but the plunge router is an easy tool to disassemble and reassemble. Allow approximately 1 / hours for installation. For technical assistance call toll free 1-866-266-1293

3. Multiple Parts

The Router Raizer is a universal kit containing many parts you will not install into your router. Each instruction page lists the parts required for installation into that router. We advise keeping and storing all the extra parts and instructions.

4. STP® for Lubricating The Plunging Action

( After installation you will have extra parts )

( All Plunge Routers )

For maximum performance and smoothest plunging action all plunge posts require a light film of lubrication. We only recommend using STP® MOTOR OIL TREATMENT.

Before beginning the installation please purchase a bottle of STP®. Apply a light film to the posts and inside the post bushings just before reassembling the router.

1. Install the Router Raizer components into the base and motor housing of the router.

2. Before reinstalling the motor housing onto the base, use a Q tip, brush or little finger

to apply a film of STP® to the inside of both post bushings and the outside of both plunge posts.

NOTE: STP® on the posts can attract dust, but the lubricating properties are not affected. periodically wiping the posts clean and reapplying STP® to the posts only will keep the router operating smoothly.

Post Bushings

Apply light film on the inside surface of both post bushings.

Plunge Posts

Apply light film to the outside surface of both plunge posts.

5. Plunge Post Boots

Some plunge routers use rubber boots to seal the posts from dust and debris.

We recommend leaving these boots off when reassembling the router, and using the above lubrication and maintenance to keep the router operating smoothly.

Plunge Post Boots

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Parts Shown Full Size

#12 Green Nylon

Bushing

#11 Blue Nylon

Bushing

#10 Black Nylon

Bushing

#34 Orange Nylon

Bushing

#32 Purple Nylon

Bushing

#33 Yellow Retainer

two included

one required

one extra

#25 Optional Black

Set Screw ( 10 / 32 )

#35 Plunge Lock Spring

Porter Cable Only

#31 Dust Cover

Two Included

#46 Allan Screw Locating Pin

#9 Red Nylon

Bushing

Flanged Bushing

#7 Brass Washer #8 White Nylon

RZ 100 Parts Diagram

#15 Retainer

six included

three required

three extra

#14 Steel

3/16" Washer

#27 Yellow

Set Screw ( 10 / 32 )

#26 Top Drive

Top

View

Side

View

#24 Thumb

Screw

#23 Rubber

O-ring

Collar

#22 Rapid

#28 Allen Wrench

#21 Lead Screw

#20 Long

Drive Nut

#30 Dust Cover

Insert

Magnet

#29 Speed Wrench

#18 Drive Nut

Washer

#19 Short

Drive Nut

#4 Green Rollpins #5 Red Rollpins #6 Yellow Rollpins

Note; Actual mainshaft length 12 1/4"

#17 housing

Bushing Washer

#13 Hollow Spring Guide

Caution: Before and during installation of Router Raizer make sure power switch is in the off position and tool is

To avoid confusion during installation remove this page and router being installed pages, return others to box.

#1 Mainshaft

#2 Long Green Drive Pin

#3 Long Red Drive Pin

#16 Housing

Bushing

disconnected from power source to avoid accidental starting of the tool which may result in personal injury.

Using the #46 Locating Pin

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Use this pin to simplify locating the Router Raizer access hole required through the original subbase or router table.

Original Subbase or Router Table

# 46 Locating Pin

Using fig 1 support router upside down on bench and place locating pin into bottom of #1 mainshaft head. Secure subbase to router base gently tightening screws. Using a hammer gently tap the subbase over the pin. Remove subbase and drill hole on center punch mark using the Router Raizer template instructions.

Locating Hole in Router Table

Locating Hole in Original Subbase

#1 Mainshaft

#1 Mainshaft Head

Plunge Post

Bottom Router Base

fig 1

If your router table is already drilled to mount the router, use above step using table or insert plate in place of original subbase.

If your router table or insert plate have not been drilled use the provided paper template or original subbase to first locate and drill the router mounting holes, then use #46 locating pin to drill Router Raizer access hole.

NOTE: For highest accuracy, the locating pins point should just project above the #1 mainshaft head. Shorten the pin to desired length by securing pointed end of locating pin in jaws of cordless or electric drill. Grind but end of pin off and debur ground end. Cool pin before removing from chuck jaws!

Preparing and Drilling Router Table Top

1. Determine if the head of the #1 mainshaft protrudes above the base of your router ( shown Fig 1 above )

A. If the head of the #1 mainshaft does not protrude above the base of your router, use #46 locating pin then drill a 1/2" hole

throught table top or insert plate and install #30 dust cover insert as shown at bottom of page 5 B. If the head of the #1 mainshaft protrudes above the base of your router clearance is required for the head of #1 mainshaft to

rotate freely. Select either method #1 or #2 ( page 4 and 5 ) and follow instructions for selected method.

METHOD #1 ( Drilling 3/4" Pocket in Back of Insert Plate requires min 3/8" thick plate )

1. Use the #46 locating pin to mark the back of the insert plate or table top.

2. Center 1/8" drill bit on locating pin center mark and drill completely through plate or top.

3. CAUTION 3/4" pocket must be drilled on the bottom side of plate or table top. (fig’s 2 & 3 )

From bottom side, center 3/4" forstner bit on 1/8" pilot hole and drill pocket no deeper than 3/32"

4. From top side, center 1/2" drill bit on 1/8" pilot hole and drill through into 3/4" pocket.

5. From top side, press #30 dust cover insert into 1/2" hole until flush with top surface. If insert is loose in 1/2" hole, place a

drop of super glue from bottom side around edge of the insert ring. ( fig’s 3 & 4 )

METHOD #1 Pocket ( requires min 3/8" plate )

This is the preferred method as it allows you to directly bolt the router to the plate eliminating the black rubber spacer or original sub base providing maximum collet height of your router when fully raised.

1/2" diameter hole drilled through the top of your router table 3/4" diameter pocket drilled from bottom of your router table

CUTAWAY ILLUSTRATION OF 3/4" POCKET SHOWN FROM BOTTOM SIDE

BOTTOM SIDE OF INSERT PLATE

3/4" DIAMETER 3/32" DEEP

POCKET FROM BOTTOM

fig 2

fig 3

Top Side

Side view of insert or table top

#30 Dust Cover Insert

1/2" Hole Through Insert Plate or Table Top

Super Glue

TOP SIDE OF INSERT PLATE

1/2" DIAMETER HOLE

FROM TOP

#30 Dust Cover Insert

#31 Dust Cover

Bottom Side

3/4" Pocket 3/32" Deep

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Preparing and Drilling Router Table Top Method #2 (A ) and ( B )

NOTE: All installations require a 1/2" diameter hole drilled through the top of your router table top or insert plate to accept the #30 dust cover insert shown bottom of page.

If metod #1 drilling pocket is not possible, a spacer must be placed between the router and table top providing space for #1 mainshaft rotation.

METHOD #2 ( A ) Black Rubber spacer

Some table tops and steel insert plates do not allow cutting the pocket from the back side. An 8" X 8" black rubber spacer is provided to cut out and place between the router and the table top or insert plate.

1. Place the rubber spacer onto base of your router with the pre-punched 3/4" hole centered on the #1 mainshaft head.

2. Use a utility knife or raiser blade to cut out the center hole and router mounting holes. Note: Mounting holes can be cut square and

rounding outside of spacer is optional. This method may require slightly longer mounting screws.

METHOD #2 ( B ) Routers Original Sub Base

Preferred method for steel insert plates or installations where the router is secured to the plate using a pre designed clamping system. This method may also be used in place of method #2 ( A )

1. Use #46 locating pin, then drill 3/4" hole through original sub base and secure subbase to router with original screws.

METHOD #2 ( A ) Black Rubber spacer

Mounting holes cut out either round or square

Pre stamped 3/4" hole placed over #1 mainshaft head

Center hole cut out to match router

8" X 8" black rubber spacer

METHOD #2 ( B ) Routers Original Sub Base

3/4" hole through original sub base, using forstner or spade bit

#1 mainshaft head protruding above base of router

NOTE: DeWalt router shown for illustration purposes only Mainshaft head can protrude on most installations.

Installing #30 Dust Cover Insert and #31 Dust Cover

1. Using ( fig 7 ) select #30 dust cover insert ( 1/2" dia, X 3/16" tall, turned aluminum ring ) and #31 dust cover

( 3/8" dia. X 1/8 thick stamped steel plug ) From top of insert plate, press #30 cover insert into the 1/2" Router Raizer access hole until flush. Tip: If cover insert fits loosely, secure with drop of Super Glue® or Krazy Glue®.

2. Mount router to insert plate and install into table

3. Place #31 dust cover into #30 dust cover insert. Using ( fig’s 1 & 2 ) remove #30 dust cover with magnet on

back of #29 speed wrench. With dust cover on speed wrench, insert wrench to make adjustments. To reinstall dust cover, place cover into insert and slide wrench away. Caution: Remove dust cover with speed wrench

before removing router from table or cleaning table with vacuum sweeper.

Install #30 dust cover insert

Install #30 dust cover insert Stop Ring Down

Stop Ring Down

Top

#30 dust cover insert

Stop Ring

fig 1

#30 Dust Cover Insert

Insert Plate

#29 Speed Wrench

Magnet

#31 Dust Cover

fig 2

Using Paper Drilling Template

Page 6

Router table fence reference line

Refer to pages 4,5,6 before using template

Additional Templates Available on Website

Router mounting holes

Router Raizer Access Hole

3/4" reference circle for drilling the routers original subbase only. Table mounted, drill 1/2" hole in table top.

1/2" = .500

.500" reference circle for drilling table top or insert plate.

Use this 6" scale to check accuracy when copied

1. Place paper template lettering up onto top side of router table or inset plate.

2. Router table fence reference line. Setting this line parallel with the back

edge of the router table or insert plate positions the router so the Router Raizer access hole will be drilled out in front of the fence.

Router Raizer access hole

Drill .500" hole through router table insert plate

install #30 dust cover insert into .500" hole and press flush with top of insert plate

NOTE: This hole must be drilled 1/2" or .500" for #30 dust cover insert to fit properly.

3. Center cross hairs. Accurately center this point in the hole of the

router table or insert plate, using a pencil compass or tape measure. Tape in place and recheck before drilling holes.

4. Router mounting holes. For highest accuracy place the routers

original subbase over the templates router mounting holes and tape subbase down. Use a Vix bit, center punch or drill bit to transfer holes to the router table or insert.

5. Router Raizer access hole. Use page 4 and # 46 locating pin to

accurately mark the access hole location

WARNING: IF 3/4" POCKET IS REQUIRED PAGES 4 & 5. DO NOT DRILL 3/4" HOLE COMPLETELY THROUGH THE TABLE TOP OR INSERT PLATE. A 1/2" HOLE IS REQUIRED IN THE TOP TO ACCEPT THE #30 DUST COVER INSERT.

IF ORIGINAL SUBBASE IS USED BETWEEN ROUTER AND TABLE PAGES 4 & 5. USE #46 LOCATING PIN THEN DRILL 3/4" HOLE THROUGH ORIGINAL SUBBASE.

6" Scale. If template is copied or downloaded from web site, use this

scale to accurately check template size.

Troubleshooting

Problem Cause Solution

Router Raizer will not raise or lower the router

Router Raizer Speed Wrench turns hard

Router Raizer will not raise router high enough

#19 or #20 Drive nut loose

Router plunge posts dry

Pocket in table top or insert plate

not counter sunk deep enough

#21 lead screw has no lubrication

Router plunge posts dry

Turret stop on router improperly set

Reached maximum plunge depth of router

The drive nut cannot rotate, Retighten the drive nut on router.

Clean posts and lubricate with STP® MOTOR OIL TREATMENT

Check pocket depth and deepen if necessary. #1 mainshaft head must rotate freely.

Re lubricate using supplied red grease or heavy wheel bearing grease.

Clean posts and lubricate with STP® MOTOR OIL TREATMENT

Locate rotating turret stop on base of router and adjustable stop directly above. Adjustable stop must be retracted as high as possible. Turret stop must be rotated so shortest post is under adjustable stop.

All plunge routers have a predetermined plunge stroke, the RouterRaizer will not increase this stroke. With router fully compressedcheck amount of plunge post still visible. 1/16" to 1/4" post should be visible. If more than 1/16" to 1/4" of post is visible, Call 1-866-266-1293

Addition of a collet extension is required to safely run some bits.

Router becomes harder to raise and lower

Router plunge posts dry

Clean posts and lubricate with STP® MOTOR OIL TREATMENT

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Router Raizer Use Instructions

Caution: Always make sure router switch is in the off position, and tool is disconnected from power source when performing maintenance

or making any adjustments to either the router or height adjustments to avoid accidental starting of tool which may result in personal injury.

Using in a Router Table

fig 1

Insert Plate

#29 Speed Wrench

Dust Cover Insert and Dust Cover

The dust cover insert and dust cover allow easy adjustment access to the Router Raizer mainshaft and restricts dust and debris infiltration during use. A small magnet is recessed into speed wrench handle to remove and hold the dust cover during adjustments.

1. Removing dust cover: Using ( fig 1 ) place #29 speed wrench over #31 dust cover, lift speed-

wrench to remove dust cover. Leave dust cover on wrench while making height adjustments.

2. Replacing dust cover: Position speed wrench with dust cover over the insert, press cover

into insert and swipe wrench away leaving the dust cover in the insert.

#30 Dust Cover Insert

3. Always remove #31 dust cover before removing router and insert from table. Or cleaning table with vacuum sweeper

Warning: Never remove the dust cover while the router is running. Allways wait until the bit has stopped spinning.

4. Rapid collar positioning: The rapid collar is for hand held use only, for router table use

position collar against retainer clips and top drive ( fig 2 ). Secure with #24 thumb screw or optional #25 black set screw.

Using Handheld

When used hand-held the hex shaped #1 mainshaft provides a constant engagement of the Router Raizer mechanism, allowing easy height adjustments while retaining original plunge capabilities and all other original functions of the router.

#26 Top Drive

#15 Retainers

#22 Rapid Collar

1. Height adjustments can be made from either end of the router. To adjust from the base, engage

#29 speed wrench into the head of #1 mainshaft. To adjust from the top, engage #29 speed wrench into the top of #26 top drive. The knurled #26 top drive also allows adjustments by hand.

The #24 thumb screw and #22 rapid collar allow positioning the cutter to height. bypassing multiple revolutions of the speed wrench

1. ( fig 2 ) Illustrates compressing the plunge router with rapid collar locked in the router table

position. Insert #29 speed wrench into #26 top drive, or lay router on its side and insert #29 speed wrench into bottom of #1 mainshaft. Rotating the speed wrench will thread #21 lead screw

in or out of the drive nut, compressing and un compressing the router.

2. ( fig 3 ) Illustrates compressing the plunge router with the rapid collar. Thread #21 lead screw into

the drive nut leaving approx 1/2" exposed threads, the router will be un compressed. Secure desired router bit in collet, stand router upright hand plunge to approx desired depth lock plunge lock lever. Release #24 thumb screw and drop rapid collar into contact with #21 lead screw. secure thumb screw and release plunge lock lever. Insert #29 speed wrench into #26 top drive, or lay router on its side and insert #29 speed wrench into bottom of #1 mainshaft and adjust to required depth. Re lock plunge lock before routing. When done release thumb screw and router

will quickly return to the un compressed position for easier bit removal.

Caution: #22 rapid collar is not designed to maintain cutter height during routing operations.

Always secure plunge lock before and during all routing operations.

#26 Top Drive

Magnet

#31 Dust Cover

fig 2

#24 Thumb Screw

#21 Lead Screw

Drive Nut

fig 3

4. If #24 thumb screw will not provide enough pressure to secure #22 rapid collar, replace thumb

screw with #25 optional black set screw and #28 allen wrench.

Direction of Rotation for Adjustment

Adjustments from #26 top drive:

Clockwise rotation Decreases depth of cut. Counterclockwise rotation Increases depth of cut.

Adjustments from #1 Mainshaft Head :

Clockwise rotation Increases depth of cut. Counterclockwise rotation Decreases depth of cut.

One complete rotation of the speedwrench, raises or lowers the bit 1/16"

Caution: Always secure plunge lock during routing operations.

Transporting or Storing Router

To prevent damage to the #1 mainshaft and #21 lead screw, adjust the lead screw leaving 1/2" threads exposed. Grasp router handles, release plunge lock, advance router up until lead screw rapid collar and retainers are all in contact, engage plunge lock.

#22 Rapid Collar

1/2"

#15 Retainers

#24 Thumb Screw

#21 Lead Screw

Drive Nut

NOTE: Check Off Each Step When Done

Craftsman

Tools Required: Two 11/16" wrench’s , phillips screwdriver, 5/16" drill bit, drill, hacksaw,

Router Raizer Parts Required: ( see page 1) #1, #7, #12, #13, #14,/( three #15 ) #16, #17, #18, #20, #21, #22, #23, #24, #26, #27,

#28, #29, ( #30,#31,#46 for router table installation ).

1. Cut #1 mainshaft to 9, 1/8" overall length and debur cut end. Set aside to install later.

Motor Housing

Height Knob

fig 1

Preparing the Base

fig 2

Top Spring Guides

1. Using ( fig 1 ) engage plunge lock. Loosen jam nut. Unthread

Height Rod Boss

height rod from base. Unhook the top of both rubber dust boots. Grasp router handles, release plunge lock, and lift motor housing free from base and plunge springs.

Plunge Springs

2. Using ( fig 2 ) Remove both plunge springs, and top spring

guides.

Dust Boot

Sub-base

Height Rod

Jam Nut

3. Remove original plastic round subbase.

4. Using ( fig’s 3 & 4 ) ) The threaded height rod hole must be

enlarged, and drilled through the base. Drill slowly using a sharp drill bit, for best results clamp base to a drill press table. Center 5/16" bit in top of the threaded height rod hole and drill completely through staying parallel with plunge post. Note: This can be done with a hand held drill, drill slowly.

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TOP

Plunge Post

fig 5

#13 Hollow Spring Guide Flange Up

Installation tool only remove & store

#15 retainer clip install teeth up

# 15 Retainer

#14 Steel Washer

#7 Brass Washer #1 Mainshaft

Drill Threaded Height Rod Hole through base using a 5/16" twist drill

Drill from top

fig 3

fig 4

Keep Bit Parallel to Plunge Post

Drill 5/16" through Base

5. Select #1 mainshaft, #7 brass washer, #13 hollow spring guide

#14 steel 3/16" washer, one #15 retainer, Cut #1 mainshaft to 9, 1/8" overall length, and debur cut end. Using ( fig 5 ) Grease both sides of #7 brass washer with included

red grease. Slide #7 down #1 mainshaft. From bottom,slide #1 mainshaft through drilled threaded height rod hole. Place base upright, drop ( #14 ) 3/16" washer down #1 mainshaft. Set #15 retainer, teeth up on top of #1 mainshaft. Use #13 hollow spring guide flange up to start and push #15 retainer down mainshaft, until #15 retainer is tight. Return # 13 hollow spring guide to box. Check end play of #1 mainshaft, re-tighten if necessary.

Preparing Motor Housing

1. Select: #16 housing bushing, #17 housing bushing washer, #18 drive nut washer, #20 long

drive nut. Using ( fig 6 ) #16 bushing and #20 nut, have small shoulders which center # 17 and #18 washers. These washers are not the same. Compare washers to box A and box B before installation. Place #17 housing bushing washer on #16 housing bushing. Place and hold these pieces in the U shaped height rod boss found on the side of the motor housing figs ( 1 & 6 ) Place #18 drive nut washer on #16 housing bushing, Thread #20 long drive nut onto #16 housing bushing until finger tight. These parts will be tightened securely later.

2. Using ( fig 8, back of page ) Clean inside all post bushings. Apply a light film

of STP® motor oil treatment. This lubricants anti-friction properties provides the smoothest possible plunge action, and helps prevent binding and chattering during use.

Reassembling Router ( Plunge Springs Must be Installed )

1. Stand base upright, using ( fig 2 & 8 ) replace both plunge springs. Place the original

spring guides in the top of both springs Caution: Do not assemble router without plunge springs and spring guides. Replace rubber dust boots if removed.

2. Unlock plunge lock. Grasp router handles and guide springs into motor housing.

Slowly lower the motor housing. Aligning #1 mainshaft through #20 long drive nut. Plunge the router and engage plunge lock. See other side to finish installation

fig 6

#17 Housing Bushing Washer

Small Shoulder

#16 Housing Bushing

#20 Long Drive Nut

Small Shoulder

#18 Drive Nut Washer

Plunge Lock Trigger

#20 Long Drive Nut

#18 Drive Nut Washer

#17 Housing Bushing Washer

#16 Housing Bushing

U Shaped Height Rod Boss

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3. With router completely plunged and locked., center long drive nut and housing bushing assembly on #1 mainshaft. Secure

using two 11/16" wrenches.

4. Select #12 green bushing ( Two #15 retainers ) #21 lead screw, #22 rapid collar, #23 O-ring, #24 thumb screw, #26 top drive,

#27 yellow set screw, #28 allen wrench, red grease. Using ( fig 8 ) place grease on threads of #21 lead screw, Place lead screw down #1 mainshaft and thread into #20 long drive nut leaving one inch of lead screw threads exposed . Alignment of #1 mainshaft and #21 screw hex is required ( fig 7 ). Tip: # 29 speed wrench can be used to speed threading.

5. Press #23 O-ring onto #24 thumb screw shaft. Thread thumb screw into #22 rapid collar. Place rapid collar onto #1 mainshaft

1/2" from top of mainshaft to top of rapid collar and tighten. Release plunge lock and slowly raise the router until lead screw contacts the rapid collar. If the collar moves, reset to 1/2". Place one #15 retainer teeth up on top of #1 mainshaft, using #12 green bushing as installation tool, push retainer into contact with collar, repeat with second #15 retainer and push flush with first retainer. Return # 12 green bushing to box. Place #26 top drive onto #1 mainshaft until it contacts retainer clip. Thread #27 yellow set screw into #26 top drive using #28 allen wrench and tighten. Reinstall rubber dust boots.

6. With plunge lock disengaged, make sure plunging action operates smoothly, If not, loosen drive nut re-center and retighten.

Sub-base Plate or Router Table Insert Plate Installation

fig 7

Top veiw of #21 lead screw and #1 mainshaft through center.

fig 8

1. Use #46 locating pin to locate the Router Raizer access hole on the original subbase or router table. For detailed

instructions see page 4. Drill original subbase hole to 3/4" ( fig 9 ). Use the three optional router plate mounting holes for router table applications.

2. See pages 4,5,6 for further instruction, #30 dust cover insert and #31 dust cover, are table insert only. Drill a 1/2" hole

through insert plate at the Router Raizer access point and press #30 in from top until flush. # 31 sets in #30 and is removed during adjustments with magnet on back edge of # 29 speed handle. These components keep dust from entering the Router Raizer hex drive.

3. Periodic inspection and re-greasing of #21 lead screw is recommended.

#15 retainer clip install teeth up

#26 Top Drive

#27 Yellow Set Screw

#15 Two Retainers

#22 Rapid Collar

#21 Lead Screw

#23 O-Ring

#24 Thumb Screw

fig 9

#20 Long Drive Nut

#18 Drive Nut Washer

Locate raizer access point on original subbase. Drill a 3/4" hole through subbase

Access hole Drill 3/4"

#16 Housing Bushing

U Shaped Height Rod Boss

#17 Housing Bushing Washer

#15 One Retainer

#14 Steel 3/16" Washer

#7 Brass Washer

#1 Mainshaft

Refer to pages 4.5.6. before using template

NOTE: This router requires a 3/4" pocket or use of 8" X 8" black rubber spacer for router table installation. Pages 4 & 5

Router table fence reference line

Subbase mounting holes

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Router table mounting holes

Additional Templates Available on Website

Router Raizer Access Hole

Drill .500" hole through router table insert plate

install #30 dust cover insert into .500" hole and press flush with top of insert plate

NOTE: This hole must be drilled 1/2" or .500" for #30 dust cover insert to fit properly.

Router Raizer Access Hole

3/4" reference circle for drilling the routers original subbase only. Table mounted, drill 1/2" hole in table top.

1/2" = .500

.500" reference circle for drilling table top or insert plate.

Use this 6" scale to check accuracy when copied

Note: Cross lines for locating and drilling holes are accurate. The illustration of subbase may vary slightly in size and design, but is accurate enough for cutting the rubber spacer if required.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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