Trend PUSHSTICK/1 User guide

Pushstick
PUSHSTICK/1

INST/PUSH/1 v2.0

PUSHSTICK
REF. PUSHSTICK/1

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 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 (identied by the CE marking on the

power tool.

INTENDED USE

This accessory is intended to be used for
guiding small sections of timber, timber based
materials and plastics over a router or saw table.
Do not use the push-stick as a lever or for uses
other than those envisaged.

It must always be used when making any cut of
less than 300mm in length, or when feeding the
last 300mm of a longer cut.

The push-stick is made in compliance with :-

Directive 2006/42/EC.

n

Harmonized Standard UNI EN1870-1:2007

n

Part 1.

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.

Only use tooling that meets EN847-1/2 safety
standard and any subsequent amendments.

ITEMS REQUIRED

n Router table or saw table.
n Suitable cutting tools.

Consider working enviroment before using
tools.

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

Recycle raw materials instead of disposing
as waste.

Packaging should be sorted for environmental­friendly recycling.

The accessory 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: [phone]
[e-mail]
www.trend-uk.com

RECYCLABLE

OPERATION

The push-stick has been designed for use
with a router table or saw table, and should
always be used when making any cut less
than 300mm in length or, when feeding the last
300mm of a longer cut.

When operating a hand-fed circular saw the
operator’s leading hand should never be closer
than is necessary to the front of the saw and
hands should never be in line with the saw
blade. When using a push-stick on a hand fed
circular saw, the left hand should be moved to
a position along the plate of the saw, so that
in the event of an unexpected movement of

the workpiece, the ngers will not be thrown

against the teeth. A push-stick should always
be used to remove the cut piece from between
the saw and the fence, unless the width of the
cut piece exceeds 150mm.

The birds mouth is 90° and should be angled at
between 20° to 30° to the workpiece to suit the
height of the machinist.

90º

20º-30º

After use the accessory should be stored
carefully.

Do not use the push-stick as a lever or for
uses other than those envisaged.

Compliance with the safety requirements
of the regulations in force is nullified by
any modification or tampering with the
push-stick.

Ensure working position is comfortable.

MAINTENANCE

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

Cleaning

n The push-stick is made of thermoplastic

material, which is resistant to solvents, oils,
greases and water. Do not use concentrated
acids or alkalis for cleaning.

Lubrication

n Accessory requires no additional lubrication.

Storage

n Hanging holes are provided to store

accessory on user supplied peg(s).

n Store accessory in easy reach of the router

table or saw table.

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.