Freud SH-5 Installation Manual

Description

The SH-5 Router Table Fence has a two piece split aluminum fence guide with a router bit gap
adjustment system. The precision micro-adjustment split fence system allows jointing without the
use of shims. The fence also features an aluminum cast alloy body with dust collection duct (2-3/8"
diam.) and a plexiglass safety front guard. Threaded Insert Nuts (4 pcs - 5/16" - 18 x .984" ) are
included to mount the fence.

SH-5 Router Table Fence Setting

Two types of alignment scales are provided on the fence. The knobs are marked at each .001" and
one full revolution of the knob will result in .050" travel of the fence. Numbers are also provided
to indicate 0", .005", .010", etc. The rods to which the fences are attached are marked with linear
scales and these are divided into .050" with an indicator for 0 midway of the scale. Before checking
the settings or making any adjustments, ensure that the router is powered off and unplugged and
that there is no router bit in the router. When all scales are reading 0, the infeed fence should be
aligned with the outfeed fence. This must be verified using a straight edge before using the fence
and if any variance is found, refer to the instructions below for calibrating the fence. If both knobs
are turned an equal amount the fences will stay in alignment. To use for "jointer" type setups, the
outfeed fence knob is turned separately the desired distance.

SH-5 Router Table Fence Calibration

The SH-5 Router Table Fence is manufactured to precise tolerances. However, due to variances in
the materials used for the fence faces, some minor calibration of the dials may be necessary. The
steps below detail the steps required to ensure accurate setting of the fence.

1. Ensure that the router is powered off and unplugged and that there is no router bit
in the router.

2. Rotate dials to align all scales to 0.

3. Hold a straight edge against both fences and rotate one dial until fences are
aligned.

4. Tighten the locking screws.

5. Loosen the setscrew of the dial and rotate to 0.

6. Tighten the setscrew and recheck with the straight edge.

7. Readjust if necessary.

Decimal Adjustments

The markings on the micro-adjustment knob are each .001”.
One full revolution of the knob = .050”.
The markings on the scale are each .050”.

Fractional Adjustments

To adjust the fence by fractions of an inch refer to the
following chart:

Desired

Adjustment

1/2”
3/8”
1/4”
1/8”

Knob

Revolutions

10

7.5
5

2.5

Decimal Conversion

Chart

Fraction Decimal
1/32 0.031
1/16 0.063
3/32 0.094
1/8 0.125
5/32 0.156
3/16 0.188
7/32 0.219
1/4 0.250
9/32 0.281
5/16 0.313
11/32 0.344
3/8 0.375
13/32 0.406
7/16 0.438
15/32 0.469
1/2 0.500

SH-5 MICRO-ADJUSTABLE

ROUTER TABLE FENCE SYSTEM

DESCRIPTION & INSTALLATION GUIDE

Available Accessories

ALEPSH-5 Aluminum Extension Plate (for use with 12" Router Table Insert Plates)
RTT01

1" x 24" x 32" Router Table Top (Includes BF3800, and AT32)

BF3510 Vertical/ Horizontal Featherboard
BF3800

Router Table Insert Plate (with recessed insert collars & guide pin)

AT32 32" Aluminum T-Track
AT36 36" Aluminum T-Track
FT2000EP

3-1/4 HP Variable Speed Plunge Router with Edge Guide

WARNING

FAILURE TO HEED THESE WARNINGS COULD LEAD

TO SERIOUS BODILY INJURY OR DEATH.

· Always wear eye protection complying with current ANSI standard Z87.1.

· Always set table legs on level ground or floor surface.

· Before each use check that router table, router fence, router and router bit are free
from damage.

· Do not use if damage is noticed or suspected.

· Do not use a router that exceeds 3 1/2 HP with this router table fence.

· Keep guards in place. Do not use if guards are damaged or have been removed.

· Read and obey all warnings and instructions contained in router's owner's manual. If you do
not have the owner's manual, obtain one from the manufacturer before using

· Before each use check that router bit is sharp. Never use a router bit that is dull.

· Keep body and clothing clear of spinning bit.

· Before each use ensure that at least 80% of the router bit shank is inserted in the collet of the
router. Do not, however, ''bottom-out'' the bit in the collet. The end of the bit shank should be
about 1/8 inch from the bottom of the collet.

· Before each use ensure that the collet of the router has been tightened.

· Use router fence whenever possible.

· Use multiple passes when removing large quantities of material.

· Never use a router bit on a router that will exceed maximum recommended RPM of bit.

Please keep these warnings and instructions in

a safe place for future reference.

Maximum Recommended Router

Speeds for Freud Router Bits

Bit Diam. Max. Speed
1¨ or moins 24 000 rev./min.
1-1/16¨ to 2¨ 18 000 rev./min.
2-1/16¨ to 3¨ 16 000 rev./min.
3-1/16¨ to 3-1/2¨ 12 000 rev./min.

WARNING :

Some dust created by power sanding, sawing,

grinding, drilling, and other construction or

woodworking activities contains chemicals known

to cause cancer, birth defects or other

reproductive harm.