TREND STAIR Series User Manual

STAIR JIG
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INTENDED USE
The jig is intended to be used to rout stair
trenches in wood using a 1/2” shank portable
plunge router with a suitable router cutter fitted.
CONTENTS
TECHNICAL DATA _____________________1
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ______________2-3
ITEMS ENCLOSED ____________________4
ASSEMBLY __________________________5
DESCRIPTION OF PARTS ______________5
PARTS OF STAIRCASE ______________6 - 7
OPERATION
STAIR/A _____________________________8
- Cutters for use with Stair/A______________8
- Setting up String without Newels _________8
- Setting up the Router __________________8
- Setting up Template on the String ________9
- Cutting the String ____________________10
- Cutting the opposing String ____________10
- Assembly of Treads and Risers _________10
OPERATION
STAIR/B ____________________________11
- Basic Information before setting up ______11
- Fitting the Sub-base to the Router _______11
- Setting out the String _________________11
- Fitting the Template __________________11
- Cutting the String ____________________11
- Cutting the opposing String ____________11
MAINTENANCE ______________________12
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ________12
GUARANTEE ________________________12
SPARE PARTS
- Spare Parts List - STAIR/A ___________13
- STAIR/B ___________14
- Spare Diagram - STAIR/A ___________15
- STAIR/B ___________16
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TECHNICAL DATA
STAIR/A Closed Riser
Tread thickness 22mm - 32mm
Slider diameter 30mm
Nosing adjustment 16mm - 19mm
Weight 6.17kg
STAIR/B Open Riser
Tread thickness 32mm
Riser thickness 16mm
Guide bush diameter 24mm
Weight 6.3kg
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TREND STAIR Series Specifications

General

Category	Tools
Material	Aluminum
Steps	3
Foldable	Yes
Non-Slip Feet	Yes
Weight Capacity	330 lbs
Height	Adjustable from 24" to 48"

Summary

Intended Use

Product Application Overview

Details the jig's primary purpose for routing stair trenches in wood.

Safety Precautions

General Power Tool Safety Rules

Essential safety rules for operating power tools to prevent injury.

Routing Operation Safety Guidelines

Specific safety advice tailored for routing tasks.

Safety and Cutter Guidelines

Router Cutter Handling and Safety

Safety guidelines for handling, maintaining, and using router cutters.

Assembly and Parts Description

General Jig Assembly Process

Step-by-step instructions for assembling the stair jig.

Operation: STAIR/A (Closed Riser)

Recommended Cutters for STAIR/A

Recommends specific TCT cutters for optimal use with STAIR/A.

Setting Up Stair String Without Newels

Router and Sub-base Setup Procedure

Operation: STAIR/A (Closed Riser) - Continued

Template Placement and Adjustment

Guidance on positioning and securing the template on the string.

Cutting the Stair String

Procedure for cutting the main stair string.

Spacer Block Usage for Depth Control

Cutting the Opposing Stair String

Method for cutting the second, opposing stair string.

Nosing Size Adjustment Guide

Assembling Stair Treads and Risers

Performing Stair Housing Cuts

Instructions for setting cutting depth and making housing cuts.

Operation: STAIR/B (Open Riser)

STAIR/B Setup Parameters

Fitting STAIR/B Sub-base to Router

Setting Out Stair String for STAIR/B

Fitting Template for STAIR/B

Cutting Stair String for STAIR/B

Procedure for cutting the stair string using STAIR/B.

Cutting Opposing String for STAIR/B

Method for cutting the opposing string for STAIR/B.

STAIR/A Spare Parts List

STAIR/A Parts Identification and Reference

Comprehensive list of spare parts for STAIR/A with part numbers.

STAIR/B Spare Parts List

STAIR/B Parts Identification and Reference

STAIR/A Spare Parts Diagram

STAIR/A Assembly Illustration

STAIR/B Spare Parts Diagram

STAIR/B Assembly Illustration