H/JIG/8FT Dear Customer TECHNICAL DATA Thank you for purchasing this Trend product, we ⁄ Guide bush diameter ” hope you enjoy many years of creative and Hinge length min. ⁄ ” productive use. max. ⁄ ” Please remember to return your guarantee card ⁄...
H/JIG/8FT SAFETY temperature so your hands are not 18. Connect dust extraction equipment. If devices are provided for the cold. Connect machines that are used WARNING: connection of dust extraction and in the open via a residual current collection facilities, ensure these are...
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15. All fastening screws and nuts should be adhered to. Recommended speeds and guide bush are concentric. be tightened using the appropriate are shown in the Trend Routing wrench or key and to the torque value Router Bit Repair/Maintenance Catalogue and/or website.
H/JIG/8FT DESCRIPTION OF PARTS A Jig body short (top) B Jig body short (middle) C Jig body long (bottom) D Aperture E Edge stop location slot F Swivel end plate G Bradawl hole H Euro style guide bush 5/8” with extra...
H/JIG/8FT ASSEMBLY The jig is in three separate pieces. It is assembled by the use of a one way keyhole slotted connecting plates. Use the keyhole slot to capture the head of the screw and pull both parts together in the direction shown.
Euro Style Guide Bush This fits directly to certain European plunge type routers including Trend and smaller Dewalt machines. To fit the guide bush to other makes and models, a universal sub-base Ref.
H/JIG/8FT Fitting the Router Bit s The recommended router bit for use with the jig is Ref. C019AX1/4TC. s The bit must have a 15/32” diameter and a minimum overall length of 2-3/4”. s Unplug router from mains, insert 1” of the 2-3/4”...
H/JIG/8FT OPERATION Setting the Jig for Hinge Recessing The jig has four sets of adjustments which require setting depending on the door size and thickness, as well as the size and positions of the hinges. These are all carried out with the hex key provided with the jig, and with one hinge.
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H/JIG/8FT Setting up the Hinge Length s The aperture length can be set using the engraved markings and a hinge. s Loosen the screw so that the adjustment plate is free to slide. s Align the leaf of the hinge with ‘0’ as shown.
Use the conventional block and wedge to keep the door securely in this position or the Trend door stand Ref. D/STAND/A. s Place the jig onto the edge of the door. Ensure that the jig is placed the correct way round so that the edge stops are on the knuckle edge of the door.
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H/JIG/8FT s Position the guide bush in the corner of the aperture, switch router on and plunge the bit until correct depth is reached. Lock the carriage of the router in this position. Rout around the aperture in a clockwise direction, then remove the waste from the centre of the aperture.
H/JIG/8FT Routing Hinge Recesses in the Frame s No adjustments are necessary to the jig or the router. s Swivel the end plate through 90°. s Using the opposite side of the jig, butt the top of the jig into the head of the frame and up against the hanging jamb until the edge stops touch the opening edge of the frame.
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H/JIG/8FT s Position the guide bush in any corner of an aperture, switch router on and plunge the bit into frame until depth, set by depth stop, is reached. Lock the carriage of the router in this position. Immediately start routing around the aperture in a clockwise direction.
H/JIG/8FT Fitting the Door s Fit hinges to door and raise upright. s Use a jack to raise door until hinges align with recess. s Screw leafs to frame. Providing procedure is carried out correctly and that the frame/lining is plumb and parallel, then...
H/JIG/8FT H/JIG/8FT - SPARE PARTS DIAGRAM V1.0 09/2009 H/JIG/8FT - SPARE PARTS LIST V1.0 09/2009 Qty. Desc. Ref. Jig Body Short (Top) 26” WP-HJ/8/01 Jig Body Short (Middle) 26” WP-HJ/8/02 Jig Body Long (Bottom) 39” WP-HJ/8/03 Swivel Plate WP-HJ/8/04 Edge Stop Complete...
H/JIG/8FT QUICK START INSTRUCTIONS Routing the Frame 1. Rotate the end plate until flush with jig. These instructions are provided for those who are confident with the router and are already 2. Butt the end plate into the head of frame.
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We recommend Wide Vision Safety Mask for use over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with side shields or the Trend Airshield face shield. Always wear eye protection. -IF-...
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