TEMP/LUC/57 & TEMP/NUC/57
Introduction
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 this manual:
- ? Denotes risk of personal injury, loss of life or damage to the tool in case of nonobservance 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 mark] marking on the power tool) or UK Statutory Instruments 2008 No. 1597 – The Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulation (identified by [UKCA mark] marking on the power tool).
Intended Use
The template is intended to be used with a plunge router with suitable router cutter and guide bush fitted to allow characters to be routed into wood and wood based material.
Safety
Please read and understand the safety points in these instructions as well as your power tool instructions.
PLEASE KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS IN A SAFE PLACE
Safety Points
- Disconnect power tool 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.
- Read and understand instructions supplied with power tool, attachment and cutter.
- Current Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for eye, ear and respiratory protection must be worn. Keep hands, hair and clothes clear of the cutter.
- 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. Only use tools for woodworking to EN847 safety standard. Ensure cutting tool is suitable for application.
- 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.
- 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 the shank length is held in collet. Ensure clamping surfaces are clean.
- 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.
- Ensure all visors, guards and dust extraction is fitted.
- The direction of routing must always be opposite to the cutter's direction of rotation.
- Do not switch power tool on with the cutter touching the workpiece.
- Trial cuts should be made in waste material before starting any project.
- Repair of tools is only allowed according to tool manufacturers instructions.
- Do not take deep cuts in one pass, take shallow passes to reduce the side load applied to the cutter.
- User must be competent in using woodworking equipment before using our products. Dress properly, no loose clothing/jewellery, wear protective hair covering for long hair.
- Consider working environment before using tools. Ensure working position is comfortable and component is clamped securely. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Check work area for obstructions. Keep control of power tool at all times.
- Please keep children and visitors away from tools and work area.
- All tools have a residual risk so must therefore be handled with caution.
- Only use Trend original spare parts and accessories.
⚠️ Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
⚠️ As templates are made of clear plastic please be aware of possible glare.
⚠️ The material being cut, along with the template/jig will need to supported and clamped securely. Ensure that the router base will not foul the clamps.
Description of Parts
- A. Sight marks for two part characters
- B. Template frame
- C. Aperture
- D. Hanging hole
- E. Cutter (from Fig. 2)
- F. Countersunk machine screw
- G. 13mmØ Guide bush
- H. Sub base
- I. Router base
- J. Collet and nut
- K. Cutter (from Fig. 3, refers to router cutter)
- L. Pencil mark
- M. Component
- N. Template
- O. Thin batten or pencil line
Items Required
- Plunge router
- 13mm Guide bush
- Router cutter 8mm dia.
- Hand tools
- Clamps x 2
Operation
Symbols used in Operation section:
- ⚠️ General Warning
- ⚙️ Tool/Equipment
- ⚡ Electrical Hazard
- ? Prohibition
- ? Information
Diagram showing the letter template with characters '123456' and reference points labeled A, B, C, and D.
Diagram illustrating the router setup. It shows a router cutter (E) fitted into a collet (J) with a guide bush (G) attached to the router's sub base (I), positioned over a template (H) which is secured by screws (F).
Diagram illustrating the correct technique for using the template. It shows a guide bush pressed against the edge of the template, with arrows indicating the feed direction (K). Multilingual text explains maintaining guide bush pressure and feed direction.
Diagram of the template showing alignment marks labeled L, M, N, and O, used for positioning and routing characters.
Diagram illustrating the alignment process using sight marks. It shows the template with '1st sight mark' and '2nd sight mark' and explains moving the template left until the second mark aligns with a pencil line.
Marking Out & Clamping
Before use, remove protective film from reverse of templates. The template will need to be used on a component that is a suitable size to ensure template is supported properly and that component and template can be clamped securely.
Using the templates as a guide, it is recommended that the characters are traced using a pencil onto the material so that the correct character spacing is obtained.
The suggested spacing between characters is 10mm. A base line should be drawn on the material (or a 3mm thick batten could be used). This ensures that all characters are at the same height from the base line.
Using two clamps, securely clamp the template to the material ensuring the clamps will not foul the router path.
Setting up the Router - (Fig. 2)
⚡ Ensure router is isolated from power before making any adjustments.
- Fit the special 13mm guide bush to the router.
- Fit the 8mm (5/16") diameter cutter into router.
- Set depth stop of router to required depth of cut (2-3mm).
Routing the Characters - (Fig. 3, Fig. 3a & Fig. 3b)
⚠️ Place guide bush in aperture of template; switch on router, plunge down and lock plunge lever/knob.
Follow template in a clockwise direction ensuring the bush is against the edge of the template at all times.
Certain characters are made up of two part apertures to ensure a true character is created. To rout these characters begin by routing the first part of the character. Then using the sight mark above the first part of the character on the template, transfer the line to the material with a pencil. Release clamps, move template along until second sight mark lines up with pencil line. Clamp securely and finish routing the second part of the character.
Accessories - (Fig. 4)
Please use only Trend original accessories.
Diagrams showing accessory specifications. The top shows a guide bush (Ref. GB13/P/A) with dimensions 13mm diameter and 5mm thickness. The bottom shows a router cutter (Ref. CO11) with dimensions 8mm (5/16") diameter.
Maintenance
⚠️ Please use only Trend original spare parts and accessories. The accessory has been designed to operate over a long period of time with minimum of maintenance. Continual satisfactory operation depends upon proper tool care and regular cleaning.
Cleaning
- Keep the grooves on the extrusion and knob threads clear of sawdust.
- Regularly clean with a soft cloth.
Lubrication
Your accessory requires no additional lubrication.
Storage
This jig should be stored safely on wall hooks after use.
Environmental Protection
♻️ Recycle raw materials instead of disposing as waste. Packaging should be sorted for environmentally friendly recycling. This product and its accessories at the end of its life should be sorted for environmental-friendly recycling.
Warranty
This unit carries a manufacturers warranty in accordance with the conditions on our website www.trend-uk.com.
