Baileigh RTS-3012 Operator's Manual

Manual is about: SLIDING ROUTER TABLE

Summary of RTS-3012

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    Sliding router table model: rts-3012 © 2012 baileigh industrial, inc. Reproduction of this manual in any form without written approval of baileigh industrial, inc. Is prohibited. Baileigh industrial, inc. Does not assume and hereby disclaims any liability for any damage or loss caused by an omission...

  • Page 2: Table of Contents

    Table of contents thank you & warranty .......................................................................................... 1 introduction ............................................................................................................ 3 general notes..................................

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    1 1 thank you & warranty thank you for your purchase of a machine from baileigh industrial. We hope that you find it productive and useful to you for a long time to come. Inspection & acceptance. Buyer shall inspect all goods within ten (10) days after receipt thereo f. Buyer’s payment shall constit...

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    2 2 force majuere. Seller shall not be responsible for any delay in the delivery of, or failure to deliver, goods due to causes bey ond seller’s reasonable control including, without limitation, acts of god, acts of war or terrorism, enemy actions, hostilities, strikes, labor difficulties, embargoes...

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    3 3 introduction the quality and reliability of the components assembled on a baileigh industrial machine guarantee near perfect functioning, free from problems, even under the most demanding working conditions. However if a situation arises, refer to the manual first. If a solution cannot be found,...

  • Page 6: Important

    4 4 learn to recognize safety information this is the safety alert symbol. When you see this symbol on your machine or in this manual, be alert to the potential for personal injury! Follow recommended precautions and safe operating practices. Understand signal words a signal word – danger, warning, ...

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    5 5 save these instructions. Refer to them often and use them to instruct others. Protect eyes wear safety glasses or suitable eye protection when working on or around machinery. Cutter hazard keep hands and fingers away from the rotating cutter blades. These rotating cutters can be extremely danger...

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    6 6 safety precautions wood working can be dangerous if safe and proper operating procedures are not followed. As with all machinery, there are certain hazards involved with the operation of the product. Using the machine with respect and caution will considerably lessen the possibility of personal ...

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    7 7 safety precautions (cont.) 10. Cutting depth. Never attempt to remove too much material in one pass. Making several light cuts produces a cleaner finish and helps to prevent kickback. 11. Dress appropriate. Do not wear loose fitting clothing or jewelry as they can be caught in moving machine par...

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    8 8 safety precautions (cont.) 27. Be sure all equipment is properly installed and grounded according to national, state, and local codes. If machine is equipped with a three-prong plug, it should be plugged into a three-hole electrical receptacle. If an adapter is used to accommodate a two-prong re...

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    9 9 technical specifications acceptable portable routers 3/4 hp – 5 hp (.56kw – 3.72kw) main table surface 30.70” x 9.84” (780 x 250mm) sliding table surface 30.86” x 12.20” (784 x 310mm) table tilt 0° -45° table insets – outside Ø 3.93” (100mm) table insets – inside Ø 2.36” – 1.14”” (60 - 29mm) tab...

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    10 10 unpacking and cleaning remove table from the shipping carton. Check for damage and ensure all parts are intact. Any damage should be reported immediately to your distributor and shipping agent. Before assembling, read the manual thoroughly, familiarizing yourself with correct assembly and main...

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    11 11 cleaning your machine may be shipped with a rustproof waxy oil coating and grease on the exposed unpainted metal surfaces. To remove this protective coating, use a degreaser or solvent cleaner. For a more thorough cleaning, some parts will occasionally have to be removed. Do not use acetone or...

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    12 12 getting to know your machine.

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    13 13 installation important: consider the following when looking for a suitable location to place the machine: overall weight of the machine. Weight of material being processed. Sizes of material to be processed through the machine. Space needed for auxiliary stands, work tables, or other machinery...

  • Page 16: Caution:

    14 14 electrical connections a separate electrical circuit should be used for your tools. If an extension cord is used, use only 3-wire extension cords, which have grounding type plugs and receptacles, which accept the tool’s plug. Before connecting the motor to the power line, make sure the switch ...

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    15 15 use only 3-wire extension cords that have grounding type plugs and receptacles that accept the tool’s plug. Repair or replace damaged or worn cord immediately. Extension cord safety extension cord should be in good condition and meet the minimum wire gauge requirements listed below: length amp...

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    16 16 assembly 1. Assemble the front upper brace and two upper side braces. 2. Assemble the two reinforcing legs. 3. Assemble the lower plate to the four legs and reinforcing legs. 4. Tighten the braces and lower plate by using m8 screws. 5. Assemble the four pads under the four legs. Attach the tab...

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    17 17 install hold-downs 1. Insert the post of the hold-downs into the holes on the dust hood cover. 2. Use an open ended wrench to tighten. Installing the fence 1. After the dust hood has been mounted on the fence, then mount the fence onto the table. 2. Lock the fence assembly onto the table by ti...

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    18 18 install the router onto the stand 1. If possible have an assistant help during router installation. 2. Tilt the table to 45° to install the portable router. Lock the table in the tilted position by moving the table tilt lock levers into the lock position. 3. Insert the 4 screws of the clamping...

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    19 19 sliding table 1. Use the toggle clamp to fix the workpiece to the sliding table. 2. The push plate position can be set by loosening the push plate lock knobs, adjusting the position, then retightening the knobs. 3. The sliding table can be made stationary by setting the lock tabs on the ends o...

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    20 20 routing operations 1. Below are examples of correct routing using the router table. 2. Always feed the workpiece against the rotation of the router cutting bit. 3. Use the push plate whenever possible. 4. Examples of routing two different kinds of workpiece. Note: the correct use of push plate...

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    21 21 rear table routing 1. When working on small workpieces the sliding table may be unnecessary. The fence assembly can be turned around and refixed to two holes closer to the sliding table. 2. Loosen and remove the two fence lock handles. 3. Turn the fence assembly around, and align the slots on ...

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    22 22 parts diagram.

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    23 23 parts list item description qty 111 fence half 2 112 sliding screw m6 x 20 6 113 micrometric adjustment rod 2 114 fence body 2 115 fence body guard 2 116 micrometric adjustment rod 2 117 hold-down holder 2 118 hold-down 2 119 l-bar 2 120 knob m8 x 16 2 121 wing screw m10 x 20 2 122 hex socket ...

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    24 24 item description qty 144 hex screw m6 x 20 2 145 washers 1 146 washer m6 50 147 hex screw m6 x 25 10 201 sliding table 1 202 upper plate 2 203 fixed table 1 204 arched handle 2 205 hex socket head screw m6 x 20 4 206 hex screw m8 x 20 4 207 knob screw m8 x 30 2 208 frame 1 209 slide way 2 210 ...

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    25 25 item description qty 302 front stand (fitted with switch) 1 303 upper angle plate 2 304 middle plate 1 305 front upper angle plate 1 306 right bracket 1 307 washer m8 28 308 nut m8 30 309 hex socket head screw m8 x 40 2 310 washers 4 311 nut m8 2 312 pad 2 313 anti-loose nut m8 6 314 rubber le...

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    26 26 notes baileigh industrial, inc. 1625 d ufek d rive m anitowoc , wi 54220 p hone : 920. 684. 4990 f ax : 920. 684. 3944 www . Baileighindustrial . Com baileigh industrial, inc. 1455 s. C ampus a venue o ntario , ca 91761 p hone : 920. 684. 4990 f ax : 920. 684. 3944 baileigh industrial ltd. U n...