router bit guard, takes a high degree
of skill and dexterity. Starting the cut
is the most dangerous part of this
operation. As the router bit first
contacts the workpiece, it tends to
jerk or kickback representing an
injury hazard to the operator.
WARNING!
The free-hand routing operation
greatly increases the chances the
operator may lose control of the
workpiece and can result in personal
injury. Therefore, a starting pin or
block and a custom guard or
workpiece holding jig MUST be used.
A starting pin or block (Fig.56 & 57)
can reduce the likelihood of kickback
when free-hand routing and will
allow you to anchor and slowly pivot
the workpiece into the router bit at
the start of the cut.
1. DISCONNECT THE MACHINE
FROM POWER!
2. Fabricate a jig that matches the
desired shape of your workpiece, and
then attach it to the workpiece
(Fig56)
Note:
Ensure that any fasteners used will
not come into contact with the router
bit during operation. Hot glue is a
effective alternative to fasteners
when applicable.
Figure 56
3. Remove the table fence
completely.
4. If possible fabricate and mount
a custom guard over the bit that
safely protects your hands from the
spinning router bit.
5. Insert a starting pin in the hole
provided on the insert plate (Fig.57)
or clamp a starting block to the table
(Fig.56)
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