TREND ROUTASKETCH User Manual

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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 14 days of purchase.

CONTENTS

TECHNICAL DATA _____________________1 SAFETY ____________________________2-3 ITEMS ENCLOSED ____________________4 DESCRIPTION OF PARTS_______________5 ASSEMBLY___________________________6

– Router Fixing Screw Selection___________7 – Setting-up Router/Stylus Concentricity ____8 – Setting-up the Routasketch Assembly _____9

OPERATION __________________________9 DRAWING IDEAS_____________________10 MAINTENANCE ______________________11 RECYCLING _________________________11 GUARANTEE ________________________11 SPARE PARTS

– Spare Parts List _____________________12 – Spare Parts Diagram _________________12

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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.

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 98/37/EC (identified by the CE marking on the power tool).

TECHNICAL DATA

Max. workpiece width 800mm Max. workpiece height 600mm

Working area required 297mm x 210mm (A4)

Overall height 420mm Weight 2.8kg

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If you require further technical information or spare parts, please call our technical support department on

01923 224681.

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SAFETY

Observe the safety regulations in the instruction manual of the Power Tool to be used or connected to this attachment. 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.

General

I Disconnect power tool, when not

in use. Before servicing and when changing accessories such as cutters. Disconnect power tool and attachment from power supply. Ensure the machine is switched off before plugging tool in or connecting to a power supply.

I Always mount the power tool,

accessory or attachment in conformity with the present instructions.

I 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.

I Make the workshop child proof

with padlock and master switch.

I 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.

I 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.

I The accessory or attachment

must be kept level and stable at all times.

I Keep work area clean. Cluttered

workshops and benches can cause injuries

I Use the attachment with the

power tools and accessories specified in this manual only. Do not force the tool or attachment to do a job for which it is not designed.

I 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.

I 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.

I Always keep guards in place and

in good working order.

I Remove any nails, staples and

other metal parts from the workpiece.

I 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.

I Maintain accessories. Do not use

damaged accessories. Only use accessories recommended by the manufacturer.

I 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.

I Do not use tool if switch does

not turn it on or off. Have defective switches replaced by an Authorised Service Agent.

I Don't over reach. Keep proper

footing and balance at all times.

I Don’t abuse the cable. Never

carry 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.

I Connect dust extraction

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

I Check all fixing and fastening

nuts, bolts and screws before use to ensure they are tight and secure. Periodically check when machining over long periods.

I 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.

I Personal Protective Equipment

(PPE). All PPE must meet current UK and EU legislation.

I Do not leave tools running

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

I Always clamp workpiece being

machined securely.

Routing Safety

I Disconnect router power tool.

When not in use, before servicing and when changing accessories such as cutters, disconnect router and attachment from power supply.

I Ensure router cutter has stopped

rotating before changing it. Never use the spindle lock as a brake.

I Remove adjusting keys and

spanners. Form the habit of checking 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.

I Check all ball bearing and blade

fixing screws before use to ensure they are tight and secure. Periodically check when machining over long periods.

I When using a template guide

bush ensure it cannot come into contact with collet and nut.

I Noise. Take appropriate

measures for the protection of hearing if the sound pressure of

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85dB(A) is exceeded. Routing sound pressure may exceed 85dB(A), so ear protection must be worn.

I Eye protection. Wear safety

goggles, spectacles or visors to protect the eyes from ejected waster particles.

I Respiratory protection. Wear a

face or dust mask, or powered respirator. Dust masks/filters should be changed regularly.

I Do not switch router on with the

cutter touching the workpiece.

I The direction of routing must

always be opposite to the cutter's direction of rotation.

I After work, release the router

plunge and allow spindle to stop rotating before putting machine down.

I Check before cutting that there

are no obstructions in the path of the router. When cutting through the full thickness of the workpiece, ensure there are no obstacles beneath workpiece, and that a sacrificial work surface is used.

Additional Safety Rules For Router Cutters

I Cutting tools are sharp. Care

should be taken when handling them.

I Always use cutters with a shank

diameter corresponding to the size of the collet installed in your tool.

I Always run router cutters at the

spindle speed recommended and marked accordingly. Ensure cutter has reached correct speed before entering workpiece. Recommended speeds can be found on the packaging, in cutter instructions or in the Trend Routing Catalogue.

I Always use router cutters in a

router. Router cutters must not be used in a drill. Drill and boring bits must not be used in a router.

I Never use cutters with a

diameter exceeding the maximum diameter indicated in the technical data.

I Do not drop cutters or knock

them against hard objects. Do not use cutters that are damaged.

I Cutters should be kept clean.

Resin build up should be removed at regular intervals with Resin Cleaner

. The use of a dry lubricant (Trendicote® PTFE) will act as a preventative. Do not use PTFE spray on plastic parts.

I Cutter shanks should be inserted

into the collet to the mark line on the shank. This ensures that at least 3/4 of the shank length is held in the collet. Do not overtighten the collet nut as this will score the shank and create a weakness and fracture point.

I Observe the correct assembly

instructions in the router instruction manual for fitting the collet and nut. Observe the router power tool manual instructions on fitting cutters correctly.

I It is advisable to periodically

check the collet and collet nut. A worn, distorted or damaged collet can cause vibration and damage the shank, and should be replaced. Worn collet nuts should be replaced.

I Do not take deep cuts in one

pass; take several shallow or light passes to reduce the side load applied to the cutter. Too deep a cut in one pass can stall the router.

I Very small diameter cutters must

be handled and used with care.

I Always return cutter to its

packaging after use.

Using Routers In A Fixed Position

I After work, release the router

plunge to protect the cutter.

I Always use a push-stick or push-

block for last 300mm of the cut.

I Whenever possible use a work

holding device or jig to secure component being machined.

I Ensure attachment is securely

fitted to the workbench, with table surface at approximately hip height.

I Ensure a No-Volt Release

Switch is fixed to or adjacent to the attachment and that it is used correctly.

I Check the direction of the

workpiece is always opposite to the cutter's direction of rotation.

I Do not use awkward or

uncomfortable hand positions.

I 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.

Useful Advice When Routing

I Judge your feed rate by the

sound of the motor.

I Feed the router at a constant

feed rate. Too slow a feed rate will result in burning.

I Take many light passes rather

than one deep cut to reduce the side load applied to both router and router cutter.

I Trial cuts should be made on

waste material before starting any project.

I When using some attachments

including a router table or dovetail jig, the use of a fine height adjuster is highly recommended.

I When using a template guide

bush, ensure there is sufficient clearance between cutter tip and inside edge of bush. Ensure cutter and guide bush are concentric.

Version 2.0 12/2002

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ITEMS ENCLOSED

Pack x1

x1 x1

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DESCRIPTION OF PARTS

Arm

‘U’ bar

Clear Acetate

Drawing plate

Router base

Knob M5

Line-up pin 8mm

Drawing plate base

Line-up pin 1/4”

Line-up bush 8mm

Line-up bush 16mm

Guide bush screws

Stylus

Stylus ‘O’ ring

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I Assemble the 'U' bars to the router base and

the table base. Ensure the bar is securely clipped into the base.

I Clip the drawing plate to one of the arms.

I Assemble drawing plate and arm to the ‘U’

bar and drawing plate base. Hold in position with machine screw, star washer, washer and knob.

I Assemble the remaining arm to the router

base vertical bars. Secure in position with machine screw, star washer, washer and knob.

I The double ended stylus pin with ‘O’ ring

fitted can now be placed into the router base arm hole.

ASSEMBLY

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Router Fixing Screw Selection

The router should now be fitted to the router base, using appropriate fixing screws. Select the appropriate fixing screws from the table and drawing below.

M5x16mm

M6x16mm

M6x30mm

M5x20mm

M4x16mm

M5x20mm

UNF10-32

x5/8"

MAKE MODEL HOLE SCREW

AEG OF450S, OFE710 1 C x 2 ATLAS COPCO OFS50, 720,

OFSE850, 1000 1 C x 2 AXMINSTER AW635R 1 C x 2 B&D SR100 1 C x 2 B&D BD66, BW67 1 C x 2 B&D BD780(E), KW780(E),

799, 800(E) 1 C x 2

BOSCH POF52, 400, 500A,

600ACE 5 D x 2 BOSCH POF800ACE, GOF900A 4 E x 3 CASALS FT750, 1000VCE 6 C x 2 CHAMPION CPR850 1 C x 2

CRAFTSMAN 17507 3 F x 3 DEWALT DW613, 614, 615, 620,

621 2 D x 2 DRAPER R850V 1 C x 2 EINHELL EOF850SP 1 C x 2 EINHELL BOF850E 1 C x 2

ELU OF97(E), MOF96(E)MK2,

69 2 D x 2 FERM FBF-6E, FBF-8E 1 C x 2

FESTO OF1E, 900(E), 1000(E),

1010EBC 8 A x 4 FREUD FT1000E 6 C x 2 HITACHI M8(V) 9 G x 2 HITACHI FM8, ZK2008 9 G x 2 HOLZHER 2335, 2336, 2356 1 C x 2 KINZO 25C44 RD D x 2 KRESS FM6955 1 C x 2 JCBD PR 1 C x 2

LYNX RT-800-A RD D x 2 MAFELL LO50E 8 A x 4 MAKITA 3620 6 C x 2 MAKITA RP0910, 1110C 2 D x 2 METABO OF1028, OFE1229 RD E x 3 MILWAUKEE OFSE1000 1 C x 2 NUTOOL NPT850 1 C x 2

PERFORMANCE POWER 1020W 1 C x 2

PERLES OF808(E) post 1999 2 D x 2 PERLES OF808(E) pre 1999 1 C x 2 PEUGEOT TDF800 RD D x 2 PEUGEOT DEF570E, DF55E 7 B x 2 POWER DEVIL PDW5027, 5026 1 C x 2

RYOBI R150, R151, R152 9 G x 2 RYOBI RE120, RE155K 7 G x 2 SKIL 1835U 3 F x 3 SPARKY X52E 9 G x 2 STAYER PR50 1 A x 2 TREND T3, T5, T5MK2 2 D x 2 VIRUTEX FR77C, 78C, FR66F 1 C x 2 WICKES 900W 1 C x 2

RD = Redrilling of router base required

Please note, the Routasketch is suitable for light duty routers only.

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Setting up the Router/Stylus

Concentricity

I Fit line-up bush to router base using the two

line-up bush screws provided. The screws should tighten into the two brass threaded inserts. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN.

I Two line-up pins are provided for either a 1/4”

or 8mm collet, line-up pins and respectively. To fit line-up pin, plunge router base and lock plunge locking handle/lever. Fit pin into collet and hand tighten collet nut.

I Rotate base until correct fixing holes are

visible. Using the correct fixing screws securely tighten router to Routasketch router base assembly, release plunge of router remove line-up pin and line-up bush. Centre line of the router is now aligned with centre of the stylus pin.

I Fit cutter to router (i.e. V point or a 3mm

diameter straight depending on which end of stylus is used) and set router depth stop. Generally a 2 to 3mm deep cut is required. For drawings with closer lines the depth of cut should be reduced so that the routed grooves will not run into each other.

Periodically check tightness of screws and concentricity of plate.

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Setting up Routasketch Assembly

I Clamp workpiece securely using double-sided

tape or clamps. The drawing plate assembly should be positioned directly over the workpiece. Lower the drawing plate on the bars to the lowest position. This will make the workpiece closer to the drawing plate, making it easier to line-up by eye.

I Once set, securely clamp table assembly

using a quick action clamp on the clamping area.

I Adjust drawing plate and arm height and

stylus pin arm to suit router being used. A gap of about 50mm should be left above motor vent to allow for airflow. The stylus arm should have a gap of about 30mm above work table to aid viewing. Once heights are set, tighten knobs to secure.

I When routing it is advisable that the stylus

arm and rods are positioned away from you.

If workpiece is small in size it is

advisable to use a piece of waste

material the same thickness as

the workpiece to support the rest

of the Routasketch router base

assembly. This will prevent

flexing.

Clamp here

30mm min

50mm min

OPERATION

I Select the drawing / lettering to be copied and

clip together with the acetate sheet (6) to the drawing plate (5), using the table clips to hold in position.

I Line up stylus with start point on drawing,

switch on router and lower cutter into workpiece, use depth stop.

I Watch the stylus, not the cutter and proceed

around the sketch. It is best to start with the stylus positioned at the furthest point on the drawing away from you and rout towards you.

I You will need to remember which parts of the

sketch have been followed. Periodically check to ensure all lines have been routed.

I At the end of each letter or drawing, release

plunge of router and move router to next character and repeat until all lines have been followed.

I Narrow lines on the drawing can be

reproduced with a ‘v’ groove cutter by taking shallower cuts.

The material being routed must be flat.

ROUT TOWARDS OPERATOR

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DRAWING IDEAS

I The Routasketch can be used to rout

freehand words, sketched drawings, sign writing and engravings by simply following a drawing or existing shaped article.

I A selection of 20 drawings have been

supplied with your Routasketch. These include images suitable for use in a childs bedroom, kitchen, bathroom and study.

I Look for drawings in books for more ideas.

Photocopy them to scale and place directly on the drawing plate. The possibilities are endless.

For line tracking drawings.

For relief following existing shaped article.

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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

I Remove resin build up from plastic parts by

washing with soapy water and a soft cloth. Do not use a solvent.

Lubrication

I Your jig requires no adiitional lubrication.

RECYCLING

Jig, accessories and packaging should be sorted for environmentally friendly recycling.

GUARANTEE

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

For the location of your nearest Trend Service Agent, please call the telephone number at the back of this manual.

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ROUTASKETCH SPARE PARTS LIST v3.0 01/2003

No. Qty. Desc. Ref.

1 1 Router Base WP-RSK/01 2 1 Table Base WP-RSK/02 3 2 Arm WP-RSK/03 4 2 U Bar WP-RSK/04 5 1 Drawing Plate WP-RSK/05 6 1 Acetate Clear WP-RSK/06 7 1 Double Ended V Point/3mm Dia. Stylus WP-RSK/07 8 1 Stylus Pin ‘O’ Ring WP-RSK/08

9 1 Screw Pack WP-RSK/09 10 2 Washer 6.3mm x 9.8mm x 1.0mm WP-WASH/09 11 2 Star Washer External M5 WP-WASH/39 12 2 Knob M5 WP-KNOB/09 13 2 Machine Screw M5 x 60mm Pan Slot WP-SCW/63 14 1 Line-Up Pin 1/4” & 1/2” UNI/PIN/1 15 1 Line-Up Pin 8mm & 12mm UNI/PIN/2 16 1 Line-Up Bush 16mm Dia. UNI/GB16 17 2 Machine Screw 2BA x 1/4” Csk Slot WP-SCW/01 18 1 Drawing Pack DIAG/RSK/A 19 1 Manual MANU/RSK

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Our policy of continuous improvement means that specifications may change without notice. Trend Machinery and Cutting Tools

cannot be held liable for any material rendered unusable or any form of consequential loss. E&OE

Trend Machinery & Cutting Tools Ltd.

Odhams Trading Estate St Albans Road Watford WD24 7TR England

Enquiries: __________________0800 487363 Technical Support: ___ 0044 (0) 1923 224681 Fax: ________________0044 (0) 1923 236879 Email:____________mailserver@trendm.co.uk WWW: __________www.trendmachinery.co.uk

RECYCLABLE

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