MPower CRB7 Quick Setup Manual

CRB7, aligning router base rod drilling (A) with Adjuster Rod (5). Using a 1/2” (13mm) spanner, slightly loosen Fixed Rod Nut (6E) and Micro Adjuster Nut (4B). QUICK SET-UP GUIDE Check that the router cutter will align within the Letterbox cross hatched area. IF IT WILL, GO TO STEP 6. IF IT WILL NOT, GO TO STEP 5. Router cutter 3 4 Aligned 5 5 6 1 ITEMS REQUIRED: 1. 2 x 1/2” (13mm) A/F open ended spanner. 2. 1 x 5/16” (8mm) A/F open ended spanner. SET-UP TIPS: 1. Positioning the router base wing bolts at the Bridge end of the CRB7 will increase Micro Adjuster accuracy (see step 3). 2. Using 2 x 1/2” spanners when tightening the Fixed Rod Nuts will prevent the rod setting being disturbed (see step 8). 3. When performing the CRB7 set-up, use yor largest router cutter. If that fits no further adjustment will be needed for smaller router cutters. Router cutter path Wing bolt A The CRB7 is fitted with 5/16” (8mm) diameter Guide Rods (5 & 6). If your router base rod drillings are smaller, fit the 9/32” (7mm) Guide Rods, supplied. 2 GUIDE ROD SELECTION INITIAL ALIGNMENT LOOSEN THE LOCK NUTS SAFE CUTTER ALIGNMENT * 1/4” Clearance * CRB7 IMPORTANT: It is not essential to center the router cutter precisely within the CRB7’s Letterbox for ANY operation. Letterbox

rod drilling (B), so that both Rods are aligned. Leave Nuts loose at this stage. Slide the router onto both Rods until it stops at the Bridge end. IMPORTANT: Follow the below steps in order: 1. Tighten wing bolt (A). 2. Finger-tighten Fixed Rod Nut (6E). 3. Tighten wing bolt (B). A 6E Using 2x 1/2” (13mm) open ended spanners, tighten both Fixed Rod Nuts. Loosen router wing bolts (A & B) to check that the router slides smoothly along the Guide Rods. If not return to step 6 and adjust. Both Guide Rod positions are now set. IMPORTANT - Before attempting any machining pass: Ensure that the router is securley fitted to the CRB7 by checking ALL the CRB7 fixings, including router base wing bolts and Micro Adjuster Lock Nut. SAFETY Please read and understand the safety points and operating instructions in the main Instruction Manual before use. Users must be competent in safe routing practices before using the CRB7. GUARANTEE All MPOWER products are guaranteed against defects in either workmanship or material, except products that have been damaged due to improper use or maintenance. Our policy of continuous improvement means that specifications may change without notice. MPOWER Tools Ltd cannot be held liable for any material rendered unusable, or for any form of consequential loss. Hold Still For further adjustment fit the Rods in the other Crank Plate Drillings (C). Use a 5/16’ (8mm) spanner. Flip cranked Adjuster Rod (5) to its outer position. X X If the router cutter will not safely align within the Letterbox cross hatch area. 5 5 6 Aligned 6 Bridge 7 8 B B GUIDE ROD ADJUSTMENT FITTING THE ROUTER SETTING THE FIXED ROD LOCKING THE FIXED ROD Manufactured by MPOWER Tools Ltd™ Manor Farm, Newton Tony, Salisbury, SP4 0HA, UK Tel: +44 (0) 1980 629 526 Email: [email protected] Website: www.mpower-tools.com © MPOWER Tools Ltd™ 2013 C C