Trend HINGE/JIG, H/JIG/A User guide

HINGE/JIG

&

H/JIG/A

Please read these instructions before use.

HINGE JIG & H/JIG/A

Door

Dear Customer
Thank you for purchasing this Trend product,

we hope you enjoy many years of creative and
productive use.

Please remember to return your guarantee card
within 28 days of purchase.

CONTENTS

TECHNICAL DATA _____________________ 1
SAFETY ____________________________2-3
ITEMS ENCLOSED ____________________ 4
ASSEMBLY & DESCRIPTION OF PARTS __ 5

- Setting up the Router __________________ 6

- Fitting the Router Cutter ________________ 7

OPERATION

- Setting the Jig for Hinge Recessing ______8-9

- Routing the Recess in the Door _______10-11

- Routing Hinge Recesses in the Frame __12-13

- Fitting the Door ______________________ 14

ACCESSORIES ______________________ 14
MAINTENANCE ______________________ 14
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION _______ 14
GUARANTEE ________________________ 14
SPARE PARTS

– Spare Parts List _____________________ 15
– Spare Parts Diagram _________________ 16

QUICK START INSTRUCTIONS _________ IB

The hinge jig will
cut apertures to
suit the hinge
shown.

9.5mm

to 35mm

67mm to 127mm

TECHNICAL DATA

Guide bush size 16mm
Hinge length min. 67mm (25⁄8”)
max. 127mm (5”)
Hinge width min. 9.5mm (3/8”)
max. 35mm (13⁄8”)
Door height min. 1956mm (6’5”)
max. 2100mm (7’)*
Door thickness min. 16mm (5/8”)
max. 51mm (2”)
Fixed stop thickness max. 25mm
Weight 7.3kg

* For doors over 6’ 8” the bottom hinge position can no

longer be 9” up from bottom.

HINGE/JIG

1955mm

TOP

767mm 30 1/4”

TOP

152mm

(6”)

355mm

(14”)

PLEASE NOTE: For doors over 6’ 8” the bottom hinge
position can no longer be 9” up from the bottom.

The following symbols are used throughout this
manual:
Denotes risk of personal injury, loss of

life or damage to the tool in case of non­observance of the instructions in this
manual.

H/JIG /A

1188mm 46 3/4”

Hinge Positions

1981mm

Refer to the instruction manual of
your power tool.

228mm

(9”)

BOTTOM

BOTTOM

☎

If you require further safety advice,
technical information or spare parts,
please call Trend Technical Support
or visit www.trend-uk.com

This unit 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 (identified by the CE marking on the
power tool).

INTENDED USE

This jig allows hinge recesses to be routed in a
wooden door or frame with stops up to 25mm
thick.
It should be used with a portable plunge router
fitted with a suitable guide bush and router cutter
fitted.

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SAFETY

WARNING:

Observe the safety regulations in the
instruction manual of the power tool
to be used. Please read the following
instructions carefully. Failure to do so
could lead to serious injury. When using
electric tools, basic safety precautions,
including the following should always be
followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric
shock and personal injury. Also observe
any applicable additional safety rules.
Read the following safety instructions
before attempting to operate this product.

PLEASE KEEP THESE
INSTRUCTIONS IN A SAFE PLACE.

The attention of UK users is drawn to The
Provision and 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 with
woodworking equipment before using our
products.

IMPORTANT NOTE:

Residual Risk. Although the safety
instructions and operating manuals for
our tools contain extensive instructions
on safe working with power tools, every
power tool involves a certain residual risk
which cannot be completely excluded
by safety mechanisms. Power tools
must therefore always be operated with
caution!

General

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. Always
ensure cutter has stopped rotating.

2. Always mount the power tool,
accessory or attachment in conformity
with the instructions. Only use
attachment and accessories specified
in the power tool manual. The tool or
attachment should not be modified or
used for any application other than
that for which it was designed. Do not
force tool.

3. Keep children and visitors away. Do
not let children or visitors touch the
tool, accessory or attachment. Keep
children and visitors away from work
area. Make the workshop child proof
with padlock and master switch.

4. Dress properly. Do not wear loose
clothing or jewellery, they can be
caught in moving parts. Rubber
gloves and non-skid footwear
is recommended when working

outdoors. Wear protective hair
covering to contain long hair.

5. Consider working environment. Do
not use the product in the rain or in
a damp environment. Keep work
area well lit. Do not use power tools
near gasoline or flammable liquids.
Keep workshop at a comfortable
temperature so your hands are not
cold. Connect machines that are
used in the open via a residual current
device (RCD) with an actuation
current of 30 mA maximum. Use only
extension cables that are approved for
outdoor use.

6. The accessory or attachment must be
kept level and stable at all times.

7. Keep work area clean. Cluttered
workshops and benches can cause
injuries. Ensure there is sufficient
room to work safely.

8. Secure idle tools. When not in use,
tools should be stored in a dry and
high or locked up place, out of reach
of children.

9. For best control and safety use
both hands on the power tool and
attachment. Keep both hands away
from cutting area. Always wait for the
spindle and cutter to stop rotating
before making any adjustments.

10.Always keep guards in place and in
good working order.

11.Remove any nails, staples and other
metal parts from the workpiece.

12.Maintain tools and cutters with care.
Keep cutters sharp and clean for
better and safer performance. Do
not use damaged cutters. Follow
instructions for lubricating and
changing accessories. Keep handles
dry, clean and free from oil and
grease.

13.Maintain accessories. Do not use
damaged accessories. Only use
accessories recommended by the
manufacturer.

14.Check damaged parts. Before
operation inspect the attachment,
the power tool, the cable, extension
cable and the plug carefully for signs
of damage. Check for alignment of
moving parts, binding, breakage,
mounting and any other conditions
that may effect its operation. Have any
damage repaired by an Authorised
Service Agent before using the tool or
accessory. Protect tools from impact
and shock.

15.Do not use tool if switch does not turn
it on or off. Have defective switches
replaced by an Authorised Service
Agent

16.Don’t over reach. Keep proper footing
and balance at all times. Do not use

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awkward or uncomfortable hand
positions.

17.Don’t abuse the cable.
power tool or accessory by cord or
pull it to disconnect from the socket.
Keep cord from heat, oil and sharp
edges. Always trail the power cord
away from the work area.

18.Connect dust extraction equipment.
If devices are provided for the
connection of dust extraction and
collection facilities, ensure these are
connected and properly used.

19.Check all fixing and fastening nuts,
bolts and screws on power tool,
attachment and cutting tools before
use to ensure they are tight and
secure. Periodically check when
machining over long periods.

20.Stay alert. Watch what you are doing.
Use common sense. Do not operate
tools when you are tired, under the
influence of drugs or alcohol.

21.Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
for eye, ear and respiratory protection
must be worn. All PPE must meet
current UK and EU legislation.

22.Do not leave tools running
unattended. Do not leave tool until it
comes to a complete stop.

23.Always clamp workpiece being
machined securely.

24.Only use cutting tools for
woodworking that meet EN847­1/2 safety standards, and any
subsequent amendments.

25.Vibration levels. Hand held power
tools produce different vibration
levels. You should always refer to
the specifications and relevant Health
& Safety Guide.

Never carry



Routing Safety

1. Read and understand instructions
supplied with power tool, attachment
and cutter.

2. Keep hands, hair and clothing clear of
the cutter.

3. Remove adjusting keys and
spanners. Check to see that keys
and adjusting spanners are removed
from the router tool, cutter and
attachment before turning router on.
Make sure cutter can rotate freely.

4. Noise. Take appropriate measures
for the protection of hearing if
the sound pressure of 85dB(A) is
exceeded. Routing sound pressure
may exceed 85dB(A), so ear
protection must be worn.

5. Eye protection. Always wear eye
protection in the form of safety
goggles, spectacles or visors to
protect the eyes.

HINGE JIG & H/JIG/A

6. Respiratory protection. Wear a face
or dust mask, or powered respirator.
Dust masks/filters should be changed
regularly.

7. Do not switch router on with the cutter
touching the workpiece. At the end of
the cut, release the router plunge and
allow spindle to stop rotating. Never
use the spindle lock as a brake

8. The direction of routing must always
be opposite to the cutter’s direction of
rotation. Do not back-cut or climb-cut.

9. Check before cutting that there are
no obstructions in the path of the
router. Ensure there are no obstacles
beneath workpiece when cutting full
thickness, and that a sacrificial work
surface is used.

Router Cutter Safety

1. Cutting tools are sharp. Care should
be taken when handling them. Do not
drop cutters or knock them against
hard objects. Handle very small
diameter cutters with extra care.
Always return cutter to its packaging
after use.

2. Always use cutters with a shank
diameter corresponding to the size of
the collet installed in your tool.

3. The maximum speed (n.max) marked
on the tool, or in instructions or on
packaging shall not be exceeded.
Where stated the speed range shall
be adhered to. Recommended speeds
are shown in the Trend Routing
Catalogue and/or website.

Always use router cutters in a router.

4.

Drill and boring bits must not be
used in a router. Router cutters
must only be used for the material
cutting application for which they are
designed. Do not use on metal or
masonry.

5. Never use cutters with a diameter
exceeding the maximum diameter
indicated in the technical data of the
powertool or attachment used.

Before each use check that the

6.

cutting tool is sharp and free from
damage. Do not use the cutting tool
if it is dull, broken or cracked or if in
any other damage is noticeable or
suspected.

Cutters should be kept clean. Resin

7.

build up should be removed at regular
intervals with Resin Cleaner. The use
of a PTFE dry lubricant will reduce
resin build up. Do not use PTFE spray
on plastic parts.

8. When using stacked tooling (multi-
blade, block and groover etc.) on a
spindle arbor, ensure that the cutting
edges are staggered to each other to
reduce the cutting impact.

9. Cutter shanks should be inserted

into the collet all the way to the line
indicated on the shank. This ensures
that at least
is held in the collet. Ensure clamping
surfaces are cleaned to remove dirt,
grease, oil and water.

10.Observe the correct assembly and
fitting instructions in the router
instruction manual for fitting the collet,
nut and cutter.

11.Tool and tool bodies shall be clamped
in such a way that they will not
become loose during operation. Care
shall be taken when mounting cutting
tools to ensure that the clamping is by
the shank of the cutting tool and that
the cutting edges are not in contact
with each other or with the clamping
elements.

12.It is advisable to periodically check the
collet and collet nut. A damaged, worn
or distorted collet and nut can cause
vibration and shank damage. Do not
over-tighten the collet nut

13.Do not take deep cuts in one pass;
take several shallow or light passes
to reduce the side load applied to the
cutter and router. Too deep a cut in
one pass can stall the router.

14.In case of excessive vibrations whilst
using the router stop immediately and
have the eccentricity of the router,
router cutter and clamping system
checked by competent personnel

15.All fastening screws and nuts should
be tightened using the appropriate
spanner or key and to the torque
value provided by the manufacturer.

16. Extension of the spanner or tightening
using hammer blows shall not be
permitted.

17.Clamping screws shall be tightened
according to instructions provided by
the manufacture. Where instructions
are not provided, clamping screws
shall be tightened in sequence from
the centre outwards.

3

⁄

4

of the shank length

Using Routers In A Fixed Position

1. Attention should be made to the
HSE’s Safe Use of Vertical Spindle
Moulding Machines Information Sheet
No.18 and any revisions.

After work, release the router plunge

2.

to protect the cutter.

3. Always use a push-stick or push-
block when making any cut less than
300mm in length or when feeding the
last 300mm of the cut.

4. The opening around the cutter should
be reduced to a minimum using
suitably sized insert rings in the table
and closing the back fence cheeks or
fitting a false fence on the back fence.

5. Whenever possible use a work

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holding device or jig to secure
component being machined. Ensure
any attachment is securely fitted to
the workbench, with table surface at
approximately hip height.

6. Use a No-Volt Release Switch. Ensure
it is fixed securely, easily accessible
and used correctly.

7. In router table (inverted) mode, stand
to the front right of the table. The
cutter will rotate anti-clockwise when
viewed from top so the feed direction
is from the right (against the rotation of
the cutter). In overhead mode, stand to
the front left of the machine table and
the feed direction is from the left.

8. Do not reach underneath table or put
your hands or fingers at any time in
the cutting path while tool is connected
to a power supply.

9. Never thickness timber between the
back of the cutter and the backfence.

Useful Advice When Routing

1. Judge your feed rate by the sound
of the motor. Feed the router at a
constant feed rate. Too slow a feed
rate will result in burning.

Trial cuts should be made on waste

2.

material before starting any project.

3. When using some attachments e.g.
a router table or dovetail jig, a fine
height adjuster is recommended.

4. When using a template guide bush,
ensure there is sufficient clearance
between cutter tip and inside edge
of bush and that it cannot come into
contact with collet and nut. Ensure
cutter and guide bush are concentric.

Router Cutter Repair/Maintenance

1. Repair of tools is only allowed in
accordance with the manufacturers
instructions.

2. The design of composite (tipped)
tools shall not be changed in process
of repair. Composite tools shall be
repaired by a competent person i.e.
a person of training and experience,
who has knowledge of the design
requirements and understands the
levels of safety to be achieved.

3. Repair shall therefore include, e.g.
the use of spare parts which are in
accordance with the specification
of the original parts provided by the
manufacturer.

4. Tolerances which ensure correct
clamping shall be maintained.

5. Care shall be taken that regrinding
of the cutting edge will not cause
weakening of the body and the
connection of the cutting edge to the
body.

Version 7.2 06/2013

HINGE JIG & H/JIG/A

GUARANTEE

HINGE JIG

ITEMS ENCLOSED

x1

x2

x1

x1

HINGE JIG

HINGE JIG

GUARANTEE

x1

(HINGE/JIG only)

x1

x1

(H/JIG/A only)

x2

x1

HINGE JIG

x1

When unpacking the Ref. HINGE/JIG,
the cardboard tube and endcaps
should be retained. Adequate
protection can be gained by returning
the jig to the tube and replacing the
endcap for storage and transportation.

ITEMS REQUIRED

■ 1/4” collet plunge router.

■ 12mm diameter router cutter with1/4” shank.

■ Door clamping device.

■ Hand tools.

■ Corner chisel or chisel.

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DESCRIPTION OF PARTS &
ASSEMBLY - HINGE/JIG

F

E

C

G

I

D

B

J

K

D

O

C

C

B

The Ref. HINGE/JIG is already assembled.
Please use drawing below to identify the parts.
For fire doors the middle block will need to be
moved up to the second aperture.

A. Jig body
B. Aperture block
C. Aperture block retaining screw
D. Edge stop
E. Edge stop retaining screw
F. Swivel end plate and screw
G. Bradawl hole
H. End bung
I. Hinge width scribe line
J. Template guide bush 16mm with extra
long spigot
K. Hex key ‘T’ handle 4mm A/F
L. Bradawl
M. Nylon spacer

B

N. Spacer gauge 4mm
O. Fire door aperture

A

I

E

D

L

M

N

FOR FIRE DOORS

The second hinge, 355mm (14”) down from
the top of the upper hinge is for fire doors. The
middle aperture block is moved up to the second
aperture position and set to hinge length. The
middle aperture is not then used.

Please note the cutter will create radius
corners in the recess which will need to be
squared off with a chisel or corner chisel.

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D

C

C

B

B

H

Put one plastic spacer onto each
bradawl blade. Take care of the sharp
point. When using bradawls always
make sure the spacers are fitted.

Bradawls are sharp!
Please take care.

HINGE JIG & H/JIG/A

ASSEMBLY - H/JIG/A

The two part hinge jig is designed
for ease of transport. Once the jig is
assembled the functions are exactly
the same as the one piece model. The
jointer block should already be fixed
into the upper (short) section of the jig.
The lower (long) section can then be
connected, ensuring that the screws
are correctly aligned.

Incorrect orientation will prevent
correct connection of the jig body.

must be

equal

Setting up the Plunge Router

This fits directly to the Trend T5 Router. To fit the
guide bush to other makes and models, a universal
sub-base Ref.UNIBASE or circular sub-base Ref.
GB/5 can be used. The Ref. UNIBASE is designed
to suit the most popular plunge type routers (please
see our website for compatibility). The Ref. GB/5
can be re-drilled by the user.

Fit the guide bush to the base of the router

■

using the screws supplied with the router.

■ The Ref. UNIBASE Universal Sub-base has
a central recess to allow fitting of the special
guide bush Ref. GB160. The sub-base is
supplied drilled to fit the most popular makes of
routers.

If there is any doubt about the
concentricity of the cutter relative to
the guide bush, then a false sub-base
should be used in order to ensure an
accurate fit of hinges. For all other
makes of router, the sub-base to suit
your router will need to be purchased.

The T4 router will require a Unibase
to accept the guide bush or special
accessory guide bush Ref. GB/T4/160
can be used.

It is recommended that a plunge
router is used with the hinge jig.

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Fitting the Router Cutter

■ The recommended router cutters for use with
the jig are Refs. 3/8LX1/4TC, C019AX1/4TC
or TR12X1/4TC.

■

The cutters must have a 12.0mm diameter

and a minimum overall length of 66mm.

■

Unplug router from mains, insert 25mm of

shank of cutter into collet and gently tighten
collet nut.

The guide bush must be concentric to the
router collet assembly and router cutter.
Before and during use please ensure the
router cutter does not come into contact
with the inside of the guide bush. When
it is safe to do so check cutter and guide
bush will not come into contact.

Template Guide Bush Principle

■ The cross-section below shows the cutter
being guided by the guide bush around one
of the apertures.

66mm

19mm

12mm

Depth stop set to

correct height

Jig body

16mm dia.

guide bush

Ref. GB 160

Aperture block

12mm dia. Cutter

Ref. 3/8L

Actual hinge size

Required 2mm offset

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Turret depth stop

Router base

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OPERATION

Setting the Jig for Hinge Recessing

The jig has three sets of adjustments which require
setting depending on the door size and thickness,
as well as the size and positions of the hinges.
These are all carried out with the 4mm hex key
provided with the jig, one hinge and the 4mm feeler
gauge.
The following setting up operation will only need to
be carried out once for a set of doors having the
same height dimensions and hinge sizes.

Setting the Width of the Recess for
Standard Hinges.

The width of the recess for the hinge leaf is
governed by the two edge stops. These engage
onto the edge of the door or frame and their position
governs the width of the recess. The position of
each of the two edge stops are set as follows:-

■ Undo the edge stop retaining screw with the hex
key.

■

Place one leaf of the hinge against the edge

stop.

■

Move edge stop along the slot until leaf edge of

hinge lines up with the inside of the scribe line.

■

Tighten edge stop retaining screw with the hex

key.

Setting the Positions of the Recess

The jig has been designed to cater for the traditional
positions of the hinges on a door as follows:

Top hinge - Located 150 mm (6”) from the
top of the door.

Bottom hinge - Located 200 mm (9”) from the
bottom of the door.

Centre hinge - Centrally between the top and
bottom hinges.

Jig

Edge stop

2mm scribe

line

Hinge leaf

position

For fire doors, this jig will allow a second
hinge 355mm down from the top of the
upper hinge. To use with a fire door,
move the middle aperture block up to the
second aperture position and set to hinge
length.

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Lay the jig onto a flat surface e.g. the edge of the
door. The procedure for setting the position of
each hinge is as follows:

■ Slacken block retaining screw of upper aperture
block.

■

Measure required position of hinge using tape

measure.

■

Slide block to required position.

■ Tighten block retaining screw.

The top aperture has no upper block as it is fixed
at 150mm (6”) position from the top of the door.
If only two hinges are used, then only the top and
bottom apertures of the jig will be used.

Setting the Length of the Recess

The length of the recess for the hinge is governed
by the lower aperture blocks which can be
adjusted for hinges of length 75mm to 105mm.
The 4mm spacer gauge is used to give the
necessary offset. The procedure is as follows for
each of the three apertures:-

■ Place one hinge lengthways into the aperture.

■ Slacken block retaining screw of lower aperture

block.

■

Place spacer gauge between hinge and upper

aperture block.

■

Slide lower block up to hinge.

■ Tighten block retaining screw.

Setting the Depth of the Recess

The depth of the recess must be the same
thickness as the hinge or slightly deeper. Most
routers are fitted with a depth stop to limit the
depth of plunge of the router. Refer to your
router’s instruction manual for particular details on
using the depth stop. The depth of the recess for
the hinge is set as follows:

Release depth gauge on the router.

■

■ Place jig onto the edge of the door.

■ Place router onto jig and locate guide bush into

one of the apertures of the jig.

■

Plunge cutter through aperture until it touches

the edge of the door.

■

Lock the router’s carriage in this position.

■ Move depth gauge up by the thickness of the
hinge by:

1. Either using the depth gauge
measurement/dial
or

2. Placing a leaf of the hinge between the
depth gauge and the stop.

■ Lock off depth stop and remove hinge.

■ Check the depth of the cutter is correct by first

fully plunging the router and locking the plunge
mechanism. Invert the router and place the jig
over the guide bush, now check that the cutter
protrudes past the template the same distance
as the thickness of the hinge.

B

Aperture block

4mm
spacer
gauge

Aperture

4mm offset

Hinge

Aperture block
securing bolts

A

Jig

Ensure working position is comfortable,
especially when setting up the jig and
routing a hinge recess in a door.

Double check all settings, ensure all screws are
tight. Setting up is complete.

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Routing Hinge Recesses in the Door

■ The door should be laid on its edge with the
hanging edge of the door facing upwards. Use
the conventional block and wedge to keep
the door securely in this position. Alternatively
clamp the bottom of the door into the jaws of a
Black & Decker

Place the Hinge Jig onto the edge of the

■

door. Ensure that the Jig is placed the correct
way round so that the edge stops are on the
knuckle edge of the door. The swivel end
plate should be at the top of the door.

■ Rotate the swivel end plate through 90° and
slide the jig down the door until the swivel end
plate touches the top of the door.

Push the jig up to the door so that the edge

■

stops touch the opening face of the door.

■ Without letting the jig move, locate the
bradawls into the bradawl holes.

Hammer the bradawls carefully into the edge

■

of the door until the nylon spacer fitted to the
bradawls touch the face of the jig.

■ Now plug in the router and place the router
with cutter and guide bush fitted into the first
aperture of the jig.

Switch router on and wait for the motor to

■

reach full running speed. Electronic speed
controlled routers should be set to the
maximum speed.

®

Workmate®.

The swivel end plate fixing screw may
need to be loosened slightly.

Check the plastic spacer is on each
bradawl before use.

To prevent damaging the jig template
make sure the routers plunge is fully
released after completing the cut.

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■ Position the guide bush in the corner of the

Left hand door

Right hand door

aperture and plunge cutter until correct depth
is reached. Lock the carriage of the router in
this position. Rout around the aperture in a
clockwise direction, then remove the waste
from the centre of the aperture. See drawings
below for direction of cut to prevent breakout.

Cutter

Door

■ Release the carriage of the router and repeat
the procedure for the remaining apertures.

■ Switch off router and remove jig from door by
pulling out bradawls with a twisting action.

■ Square off rounded corners of hinge recess
with a corner chisel Ref. C/CHISEL and
hammer.

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Cutter

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Routing Hinge Recesses in the Frame

■ No adjustments are necessary to the jig or
the router.

Swivel the end plate through 90°.

■

■ Using the opposite side of the Jig, butt the

top of the jig into the head of the frame and
up against the hanging jamb until the edge
stops touch the opening edge of the frame.

Without letting the jig move, locate the

■

bradawls into the bradawl holes.

Hammer the bradawls carefully into the door

■

frame until the nylon spacer fitted to the
bradawl touches the face of the jig.

Now plug in the router and place the router

■

with cutter and guide bush fitted, into the first
aperture of the jig.

Extra care must be taken when
routing top hinge

Check the plastic spacer is on each
bradawl before use.

Ensure working position is
comfortable. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times, especially when
routing a recess in a frame.

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■ Position the guide bush in any corner of
aperture and plunge cutter into frame until
depth, set by depth stop, is reached. Lock
the carriage of the router in this position.
Immediately start routing around the aperture
in a clockwise direction. Then remove the
waste from the centre of the aperture.

Left hand frame Right hand frame

Cutter

Frame

■ Release the carriage of the router and repeat
the procedure for the remaining apertures.

Switch off router and remove jig from frame

■

by pulling out bradawls with a twisting action.

Square off rounded corners of hinge recess

■

with a corner chisel Ref. C/CHISEL and
hammer.

After use of the jig, the Ref. H/JIG/A can be

■

disassembled by loosening and removing the
screws and pulling apart the two extrusions.
Keep edge stops fitted. Return jigs and parts
to storage/carry case.

HINGE JIG & H/JIG/A

Cutter

Release the plunge action on the router
after each hinge, as not doing so could
result in cutting into the edge of the jig
and causing damage. If you damage
the jig or blocks, an epoxy resin (e.g.
Araldite® Epoxide Resin) can be used
to fill the gap and if rubbed smooth will
provide a continuous edge on which
the guide bush can follow.

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HINGE JIG & H/JIG/A

Fitting the Door

■ Fit hinges to door and raise upright.

■ Use a jack to raise door until hinges align

with recess.

■

Screw leafs to frame.

Providing procedure is carried out correctly and
that the frame/lining is plumb and parallel, then
no adjustment should be necessary due to the
identical mirror image positioning of the recesses
in both the door and the frame.

Other Points

If a larger gap is required to accommodate
smokeseal or draft excluder, a packing piece
can be temporarily glued or stuck to the swivel
end plate in order to utilise the jig in the same
technique and achieve accurate results.

If a new door is being hung in an existing frame
or lining, the door height may be shortened by a
timber threshold or parquet flooring or by a new
screed. This may cause problems with the jig
fitting the door.

Finishing the Frames

The holes left by the bradawls are on both
closing edges of the door and frame and are
very unobtrusive. These can be easily filled with
a matching coloured filler.

ACCESSORIES

Please use only Trend original accessories.

Ref. 3/8LX1/4TC 12mm diameter router
TR12X1/4TC cutter with extra long
C019AX1/4TC shank.

Ref. HJ/1 Pair of 3mm thick steps

Ref. D/STAND/A Door stand to hold the door

Ref. D/CLAMP/A Door clamp to hold the

Ref. C/CHISEL Corner chisel for squaring

when architrave is fitted
4mm back from lining.

whilst routing.

door whilst drilling and
fitting locks.

corners of hinge recesses.

MAINTENANCE

This jig has been designed to operate over a long
period of time with a minimum of maintenance.
Continual satisfactory operation depends upon
proper tool care and regular cleaning.

Cleaning

■ Regularly clean the jig and remove resin
build-up on all threads.

Lubrication

■ Your jig requires no additional lubrication.

Storage

■ After use, store jig in its storage tube/carry
case.

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

Recycle raw materials instead of disposing as
waste.

Packaging should be sorted for environmental­friendly recycling.
The product and its accessories at the end of its
life should be sorted for environmental-friendly
recycling.

GUARANTEE

The jig carries a manufacturers guarantee in
accordance with the conditions of the enclosed
guarantee card.

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HINGE JIG & H/JIG/A

WP-HJ/01

Please use only Trend original spare parts.

HINGE/JIG & H/JIG/A - SPARE PARTS LIST v6.0 02/2011

No. Qty Desc. Ref.

1 1 Aluminium Template (HINGE/JIG)
1A 1 Aluminium Template Upper (Short) (H/JIG/A) WP-HJ/01A
1B 1 Aluminium Template Lower (Long) (H/JIG/A) WP-HJ/01B
2 5 Aperture Block WP-HJ/02
3 2 Upper Edge Stop WP-HJ/03
4 2 Lower Edge Stop WP-HJ/04
5 1 End Block WP-HJ/05
6 1 Swivel End Plate WP-HJ/06
7 1 End Bung WP-HJ/07
8 2 Nylon Spacer WP-HJ/08
9 2 Bradawl WP-HJ/09
10 1 Feeler Gauge 4mm WP-HJ/10
11 1 Hinge Jig Label WP-HJ/11
12 5 Jointing Block - H/JIG/A WP-HJ/12
13 5 Machine Screw Csk M6 x 16mm Skt WP-SCW/51
14 2 Machine Screw Csk M6 x 40/18mm Skt WP-SCW/52
15 1 Machine Screw Small Csk M6 x 12mm Skt WP-SCW/56
16 2 Split Pin 3mm x 25mm WP-PIN/01
17 1 Hex Key ‘T’ Handle 4mm WP-AKT/01
18 1 Guide Bush 16mm Dia. x 10mm Spigot GB160
19 1 Storage Tube (HINGE/JIG) CASE/HJ
20 1 Carry Case (H/JIG/A) CASE/HJ/A
21 1 Manual MANU/HJ

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HINGE JIG & H/JIG/A

HINGE/JIG & H/JIG/A - SPARE PARTS DIAGRAM

15

6

5

2

16

13

4

14

3

2

13

13

2

1

11

9810

4

19

v6.0 02/2011

17

14

3

13

18

HINGE JIG

21

2

2

13

7

H/JIG/A

1A

13

13

13

12

13

20

1B

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HINGE JIG & H/JIG/A

QUICK START INSTRUCTIONS

These instructions are provided for those who are
confident with the router and are already familiar
with the Hinge Jig.

Setting Up

1. Fit router cutter & guide bush to router.

2. Position door with hanging edge

uppermost.

3. Adjust two edge stops to width of hinge.

Routing the Door

1. Place hinge jig on hanging edge of door.

2. Rotate the end plate at 90° to jig.

3. Ensure end plate touches end of door.

4. Ensure edge-stops touch opening face

of door.

5. Secure jig to door using the two

bradawls.

6. Adjust top blocks to position of hinges.

7. Adjust bottom blocks to length of hinges.

8. Adjust depth stop on router to thickness of

hinge.

Routing the Frame

1. Rotate the end plate until flush with jig.

2. Butt the end plate into the head of frame.

3. Ensure edge-stops touch edge of frame.

4. Secure jig to door frame using the two

bradawls.

5. Locate guide bush into aperture and switch
router on.

6. Plunge down router and rout clockwise.

7. Repeat routing operation for each hinge

recess.

8. Chisel corners square by hand to receive
hinges or use the corner chisel Ref. C/CHISEL.

9. Switch router on & locate guide bush into
aperture.

10. Plunge down router and rout clockwise.

11. Repeat routing operation for each hinge recess.

12. Chisel corners square by hand to receive

hinges or use the corner chisel Ref. C/CHISEL.

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Watford WD24 7TR England

Tel: [phone]
[email protected]

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