
Router Table
Back Fence
RT/FENCE/A
INST/RT/F/A v1.0
ROUTER TABLE BACK FENCE
REF. RT/FENCE/A
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 (identified by the CE marking on
the power tool).
INTENDED USE
The back fence is intended to be used with a
user made router table.
It is to be used with a table top with router
fitted, side safety pressure, a non-volt release
switch, pushstick. We recommend a fine
height adjuster is fitted to the router.
Table top will require two slots 8.5mm wide x
100mm long at 408mm centres.
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 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 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.
Ensure working position is comfortable.
Please keep children and visitors away from
tools and work area. All tools will have a
residual, risk, so must therefore be handled
with caution.
Only use tooling that meets EN847-1/2 safety
standard and any amendments.
ITEMS REQUIRED
■ User made router table top.
■ Hand tools.
■ Router table safety accessories.
■ Router.
ITEMS ENCLOSED &
DESCRIPTION OF PARTS
A. Back fence x1
B. Fence cheek x1
C. Dust spout x1
D. Back fence locking
knobs x2
E. Back fence
washer x2
F. Back fence bolt x2
G. Scale x1
H. Top pressure x1
I. Top guard x1
J. Plastic washer
thin x2
K. Plastic washer
thick x2
L. Guard knob x2
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M. Guard bolt x2
N. Edge planing
rod x2
O. Edge planing
rod fixing knob x2
P. Edge planing
rod fixing spring x2
Q. Edge planing
rod T-nut x2
R. Dust spout fixing
screws x4
S. Edge planing rod
fixing washer x2
T. Instructions x2
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ASSEMBLY
Assemble the back fence as showing
diagram.
Fitting Top Guard & Top
Pressure
Slide dust spout into
extrusion from one end
before fitting fence
cheeks knobs.
Slide dust spout into extrusion from one end
before fitting fence cheeks knobs.
For some applications the thick and thin
washer can be swapped over. For example,
when profile scribing using
a pushblock.
Scale is self adhesive backed and can be
placed onto the top of the fence. Ensure
‘0’ is centered.
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A
B
Scale can be trimmed to the length of the
back fence.
Fitting Back Fence
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Consider working
environment before
using tools.
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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 environmentalfriendly 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. 2015 E&OE
® All trademarks acknowledged
Trend Machinery & Cutting Tools Ltd.
Odhams Trading Estate St. Albans Road
Watford WD24 7TR England
RECYCLABLE
OPERATION
Please follow instructions supplied with the
router table and router before use.
Back Fence Adjustment
■ Adjust back fence position by loosening
the two large knobs and pushing the fence
forwards or backwards.
■ Lock fence position by tightening the two
large knobs.
A B
3mm
max.
3mm
max.
■ To adjust fence cheeks loosen four small
back knobs. Slide cheeks in and out to suit
cutter. Leave gap of 3mm between cheek
and cutter.
■ Lock cheeks by tightening four small
knobs.
Feed Direction
■ Always work with constant, medium rate.
Feeding too slow will results in burn marks
and excessive heat build up of the cutter.
■ Good results will be obtained by removing
small amounts of material in several passes.
■ Always feed work in the opposite direction to
the direction of rotation of the router cutter.
Cutter rotation
Feed direction
✓
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Edge Planing
The router table fence features fully independent
fence cheeks which allow the fence to double as
a vertical planer for a 1.4mm or 2.4mm offset.
To set up for edge planing, remove the two
jointing rods which are stored in the top slot of
the fence, loosen the outfeed fence cheek and
place the rods into the shallow recesses behind
the outfeed fence.
The rods can be parked in the T-slots in the
top of the back fence. The rods are held by
tightening the knobs.
To position the fence at the 1.4mm setting,
slide the rods into the deeper recesses, as
shown below and tighten the fence cheeks
locking knobs.
1.4mm offset
To position the fence at the 2.4mm setting,
slide the rods into the shallower recesses, as
shown below and tighten the fence cheeks
locking knobs.
2.4mm offset
After use, keep back fence assembled and
fitted to the router table top.
MAINTENANCE
Please use only Trend original spare parts and
accessories.
Continual satisfactory operation depends upon
proper tool care and regular cleaning.
Cleaning
■ Regularly clean with a soft cloth.
Lubrication
■ Accessory requires no additional lubrication.
Storage
■ When not in use the router table should be
stored safely. It is advisable to cover the
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.