Combination
Router Base
Cranked Rods
CRB/CR
INST/CRB/CR v1.0
CRB CRANKED ROD
ACCESSORY REF. CRB/CR
Thank you for purchasing this Trend product,
which should give lasting performance if used
in accordance with these instructions.
The following symbols are used throughout
these instructions.
Denotes risk of personal injury, loss
of life or damage to the tool in case
of non-observance of the
instructions.
Refer to the instruction manual of
your power tool.
This accessory must not be put into service
until it has been established that the power tool
to be connected to this unit is in compliance
with 2006/42/EC (identied by the CE marking
on the power tool.
INTENDED USE
The cranked rods have been designed for use
with the Trend Router Base (CRB) to allow
more precise levelling of the bridge when using
different routers and to allow for smaller rod
diameter routers of 7mm at 60.3mm centres up
to 174mm centres.
Rod diameter 7mm
Rod centres 60.3mm to 174mm
SAFETY
Please read and understand the safety points
at the end of this instruction as well as the
power tool instructions before use.
PLEASE KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS IN A
SAFE PLACE.
The attention of UK users is drawn to
The Provision of Use of Work Equipment
Regulations 1998, and any subsequent
amendments. Users should also read the HSE/
HSC Safe Use of Woodworking Machinery
Approved Code of Practice and Guidance
Document and any amendments. Users must
be competent in using woodworking equipment
before using our products.
Attention should be made to the HSE’s Safe
Use of Vertical Spindle Moulding machines
information sheet No. 18 and any revisions.
Please keep children away from tools and work
area. All power tools will have a residual risk,
so must therefore be operated with caution.
ITEMS REQUIRED
n Combination Router Base (CRB).
n Router with suitable collet tted.
n 8mm A/F open ended spanner.
n 13mm A/F open ended spanner x2.
n Flat screwdriver.
n Hand tools.
n Suitable router cutter.
ITEMS ENCLOSED & DESCRIPTION
OF PARTS
A. Rod 7mm dia x2
B. Rod locking nut M8 x2
C. Crank plate nut M5, and washers x2
D. Crank plate x2
E. Instructions x1
B
C
Consider working environment before
using tools.
A
D
ASSEMBLY
Removing the Existing Rods
from the CRB
Slide the router off the CRB guide rods.
Using a 13mm A/F spanner undo the xed
guide rod lock nut on the outside of the bridge.
Remove the xed guide rod.
Rotate/spin the micro adjuster until it is wound
off the end of the adjuster guide rod.
Remove the adjuster guide rod and put the
micro adjuster to one side.
Micro
Adjuster
Adjuster
rod
Baseplate
Fixing rod lock nut
Bridge
Fixed rod
Removing the Excess
Bridge Shims
Turn the baseplate over and using a at screw
driver undo the two screws holding the bridge
to the baseplate.
Remove all the bridge shims accept one 3mm
bridge shim.
Re-attach the bridge to the baseplate and
tighten the screws.
Screw M5
x 10mm
Screw M5
x 10mm
Baseplate
3mm
bridge
shims
Bridge
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
Recycle raw materials instead of
disposing as waste.
Packaging should be sorted for environmental-friendly
recycling.
The product and its accessories at the end of its life
should be sorted for environmental-friendly recycling.
GUARANTEE
All Trend products are guaranteed against any defects
in either workmanship or material, except products
that have been damaged due to improper use or
maintenance.
© Trend Machinery & Cutting Tools Ltd. 2013 E&OE
® All trademarks acknowledged
Trend Machinery & Cutting Tools Ltd
Odhams Trading Estate St Albans Road
Watford WD24 7TR England
Tel: 0044(0)1923 249911
technical@trendm.co.uk
www.trend-uk.com
Stockholding
& Supply
PTO
RECYCLABLE
Fitting the Cranked Rods
n Take the cranked adjuster guide rod
assembly and slot into the bridge (ensure
the lock nut is spun down to the cranked
plate end of the thread).
Re-place the micro adjuster in the fork of
n
the bridge then wind it along the thread of
the guide rod (as per the original rod just
removed).
Now t the cranked xed rod assembly into
n
the slot of the bridge. Note: Ensure that
there is a lock nut and at washer on either
side of the bridge.
Finger tighten the outer lock nut.
n
Fixed rod
Micro
Adjuster
Adjuster
lock nut
Adjuster
guide
rod
lock nut
Fixed rod
washer
Washer
Lock nut
Fixed
guide rod
Initial Router Set up with
the Cranked Rods
1. Loosen the micro adjuster lock nut.
2. Loosen the xed rod lock nut and move the
xed guide rod temporarily to the far end of
the bridge slot.
Slide your router onto just the adjuster
3.
guide rod and ensure the router cutter sits
comfortably within the parameters of the
baseplate letterbox.
Fixed rod
lock nut
Adjuster
lock nut
Crank
plate
If the router cutter sits comfortably within the
parameters of the baseplate letterbox slide
the router off the adjuster guide rod and go to
step 7.
If the router cutter doesn’t sit within the
parameters of the letterbox lift the router on the
rod rotate the crank plate 180˚ so that it faces
the other way. This should re-position the cutter
with the letterbox. If the cutter then sits within
Baseplate letterboxCentre line
Cutter
the letterbox, slide the router off of the adjuster
guide rod and go to step 7.
Bridge
Crank plateBaseplate
If the cutter still fails to sit safely within the
letterbox; you will need to move the adjuster
guide rod to the other tting hole in its crank
plate.
4. Slide the router off the adjuster guide rod.
5. Undo the adjuster guide rod nut with an
8mm spanner.
6. Re-position the adjuster rod and re-tighten
the nut, slide the router back on and recheck to ensure the cutter sits comfortably
within the baseplate letterbox. When
correctly positioned slide the router off the
adjuster rod.
Crank plate
Adjuster
guide rod
Crank
plate nut
WasherWasher
Now that the cutter is positioned correctly
within the parameter of the baseplate letterbox
you can complete the setup.
7. Align the xed guide rod with the router rod
drilling and slide the router onto both guide
rods.
8. Tighten the routers rod knob onto the
adjuster rod.
9. Finger tighten the M8 nut on the xed guide
rod.
10. Tighten the routers rod knob onto the xed
guide rod.
11. Lock in the xed guide rod position by using
two 13mm spanners (open ended) and
tighten both xed and locking nuts either
side of the bridge.
Fixed rod
lock nut
Router rod knob
Router rod knob Cutter
Fixed guide rod
The CRB is now set-up and ready to use.
OPERATION
Please follow instructions supplied with
Combination Router Base for use.
MAINTENANCE
Please use only Trend original spare parts and
accessories.
Continual satisfactory operation depends upon
proper tool care and regular cleaning.
Cleaning
n Regularly clean with a soft cloth.
Lubrication
n Accessory requires no additional lubrication.
Storage
n Always return product to its packaging after
use.
Safety Points
1. Disconnect power tool and attachment from power supply when
not in use, before servicing, when making adjustments and when
changing accessories such as cutters. Ensure switch is in “off”
position and cutter has stopped rotating.
2. Read and understand instructions supplied with power tool,
attachment and cutter.
3. Current Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for eye, ear and
respiratory protection must be worn. Keep hands, hair and clothes
clear of the cutter.
4. Before each use check cutter is sharp and free from damage.
Do not use if cutter is dull, broken or cracked or if any damage
is noticeable or suspected.
5. The maximum speed (nmax) marked on tool or in instructions or
on packaging shall not be exceeded. Where stated, the speed
range should be adhered to.
6. Insert the shank into the router collet at least all the way to the
marked line indicated on the shank. This ensures at least 3/4 of
shank length is held in collet. Ensure clamping surfaces are clean.
7. Check all fixing and fastening nuts, bolts and screws on power tool,
attachment and cutting tools are correctly assembled, tight and to
correct torque setting before use.
8. Ensure all visors, guards and dust extraction is fitted.
9. The direction of routing must always be opposite to the cutter’s
direction of rotation.
10. Do not switch power tool on with the cutter touching the workpiece.
11. Trial cuts should be made in waste material before starting any
project.
12. Repair of tools is only allowed according to tool manufacturers
instructions.
13. Do not take deep cuts in one pass, take shallow passes to reduce
the side load applied to the cutter.
Please see www.trend-uk.com/safety for more safety advice.
Our policy of continuous improvements mean that specifications
may change without notice. Trend Machinery & Cutting Tools Ltd.
cannot be held liable for any material rendered unusable, or for any
form of consequential loss.
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