Trend Machinery & Cutting Tools Ltd.
Odhams Trading Estate, St Albans Road, Watford, Hertfordshire
WD24 7TR United Kingdom. Tel: 0044 (0) 1923 249911
PAGE: 1 of 3 SAFETY SHEET
ISSUE: 1 ROUTER TABLE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
COMPILED: NJM
ISSUE DATE: 25TH FEBRUARY 2009
Scope
EN 60745-1:2006 Annex M - Safety of working stands for operation with hand-held
motor-operated electric tools.
Annex M applies to working stands (router table) with or without mains supply, and intended to
be used in combination with hand-held electric tools but not intended for continuous production
or production line use.
GENERAL WORKING STAND (ROUTER TABLE) SAFETY RULES
WARNING! Read all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may
result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. The term “router” in all of the
warnings listed below refers to your mains operated (corded) router power tool or
battery operated (cordless) router power tool.
Observe the safety regulations in the instruction manual of the router power tool to be used.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
1. General router table safety (Annex M)
a) Disconnect the plug from the power source before making any adjustments or changing
accessories. Accidental starting of the router is a cause of some accidents.
b) Properly assemble the router table before mounting the router. Proper assembly is
important to prevent risk of collapse.
c) Securely fasten the router to the router table before use. Router shifting on the router table
can cause loss of control.
d) Place the router table on a solid, flat and level surface. When the router table can shift or
rock, the router or workpiece cannot be steadily or safely controlled.
e) Do not overload the router table or use as a ladder or scaffolding. Overloading or standing
on the router table causes the table to be top heavy and likely to tip over.
f) The router table is for use with the routers listed in the manual only. The router table must
not be used with any other power tool. Fitting of a tool not intended for a router table can
cause an injury.
2. Work area
a) Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered and dark areas invite accidents.
b) Do not operate router and router table in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of
flammable liquids, gases or dust. Routers and router table switches create sparks which may
Trend Machinery & Cutting Tools Ltd.
Odhams Trading Estate, St Albans Road, Watford, Hertfordshire
WD24 7TR United Kingdom. Tel: 0044 (0) 1923 249911
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ISSUE DATE: 25TH FEBRUARY 2009
ignite the dust or fumes.
c) Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause
you to loose control.
3. Electrical safety
a) Router and router table switch plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any
way. Do not use adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs and
matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
b) Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces such a pipes, radiators, ranges and
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
c) Do not expose router and router table to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a router or
router table switch will increase the risk of electric shock.
d) Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the router and
router table switch. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged or
entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.
e) When operating a router and router table outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for
outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
4. Personal safety
a) Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a router and
router table. Do not use a while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or
medication. A moment of inattention while operating a router and router table may result in
serious personal injury.
b) Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Safety equipment such as dust mask,
non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will
reduce personal injuries.
c) Avoid accidental starting. Ensure the switch is in the off position before plugging in. Carrying
routers with your finger on the switch or plugging in routers that have the switch on invite
accidents.
d) Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the router and router table on. A
wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the router may result in personal injury.
e) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control
of the workpiece in unexpected situations.
f) Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves
away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
g) Connect router table to dust extraction devices. Use of these devices can reduce dust
related hazards.
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