User Manual - Axminster Power Tool Centre
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1. VJS TG JIG SPARE PARTS LIST v1 0 08 2007 No Qty Desc Ref 1 12 Varijig T Nut M4 WP VJS 01 1A 6 Varijig Short T Nut M4 WP VJS 01A 2 12 Varijig Machine Screw M4 x 6mm Csk Zinc WP VJS 02 3 6 Varijig Machine Screw M4 x 6mm Csk Black WP VJS 03 4A 1 Varijig Scale 400mm Metric Imperial WP VJS 04A 4B 2 Varijig Scale 150mm Metric Imperial WP VJS 04B 5 2 Machine Screw Csk M5 x 20mm Phillips WP SCW 86 6 1 Varijig End Cap for Extrusion WP VJS 06 7A 2 Varijig Alloy Extrusion 310mm WP VJS 07A 7B 2 Varijig Allov Extrusion 430mm WP VJS 07B 8 2 Varijig Corner Frame WP VJS 08 9 i 10 2 Varijig Connector Block WP VJS 10 11 1 Varijig Right Hand Stop WP VJS 11 12 1 Varijig Left Hand Stop WP VJS 12 13 2 Varijig Squaring Plate WP VJS 13 14 1 Varijig Bottom Squaring Butt WP VJS 14 15 1 Varijig Clamping Plate WP VJS 15 16 2 Varijig Machine Screw M4 x 10mm Csk Black WP VJS 16 17 4 Varijig Machine Screw Skt UNC 5 16 x 5 8 WP VJS 17 18 2 Varijig Set Screw Skt UNC 5 16 x 5 8 WP VJS 18 19 1 Hex Key 4mm A F WP AP 04 20 1 Hex Key 6mm A F WP AP 06 21 1 Manual MANU VJS TG 12 VIS TG JIG trend ogy v1 0 08 2007 VJS TG JIG SPARE PARTS DIAGRAM MANU VJS TG v1 1 027654 5452 Dick Trend Machinery amp Cutting Tools Ltd Odhams Trading Estate St Albans Road Watford WD24 7TR England Enquiries Technical Support 0800 487363 0044 0 1923 2246812. Fax 0044 0 1923 236879 Email enquiry trendm co uk Web www trend uk com Copyright Trend 2007 No part of this publication may be reproduced stored or transmitted in any form without prior permission Our policy of continuous improvement means that specifications may change without notice Trend Machinery and Cutting Tools cannot be held liable for any material rendered unusable or any form of consequential loss E amp OE
3. trend routing technologv Dear Customer Thank vou for purchasing this Trend product we hope vou enjov manv vears of creative and productive use Please remember to return vour guarantee card within 28 davs of purchase CONTENTS TECHNICAL DATA 1 SAFETV 2 3 ITEMS ENCLOSED 4 DESCRIPTION OF PARTS 5 ASSEMBLY amp ADJUSTMENT Corner Brackets 6 Sliding Stops 6 Squaring Plate 6 Clamping Plate 6 Bottom Squaring Plate 6 Adjustment 7 Setting Jig Squareness 7 User Made Spelch Block 7 OPERATION Adjusting Frame for Size 8 Clamping 8 Trimming Cross cutting with a Router Saw 8 Grooving with the Router 8 9 Cross Cutting with a Router 10 Cross Cutting with a Saw 11 MAINTENANCE 11 ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION 11 GUARANTEE 11 SPARE PARTS Spare Parts List 12 Spare Parts Diagram IB VIS TG JIG TECHNICAL DATA Extrusion thickness 15 8mm Extrusion width 54 0mm Working groove length 400mm Maximum width adjustment 70mm Weight 1 9kg The following symbols are used throughout this manual Denotes risk of personal injury loss of life or damage to the tool in case of non observance of the instructions in this manual joo Refer to the instructions manual or 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 98 37 EC iden
4. The cutter will rotate anti clockwise when viewed from top so the feed direction is from the right against the rotation of the cutter In overhead mode stand to the front left of the machine table and the feed direction is from the left Do not reach underneath table or put your hands or fingers at any time in the cutting path while tool is connected to a power supply Never thickness timber between the back of the cutter and the backfence Useful Advice When Routing Judge your feed rate by the sound of the motor Feed the router at a constant feed rate Too slow a feed rate will result in burning Trial cuts should be made on waste material before starting any project 3 When using some attachments e g a router table or dovetail jig a fine height adjuster is recommended 4 When using a template guide bush ensure there is sufficient clearance between cutter tip and inside edge of bush and that it cannot come into contact with collet and nut Ensure cutter and guide bush are concentric Router Cutter Repair Maintenance Repair of tools is only allowed in accordance with the manufacturers instructions The design of composite tipped tools shall not be changed in process of repair Composite tools shall be repaired by a competent person i e a person of training and experience who has knowledge of the design requirements and understands the levels of safety to be achieved 4 Repair shall therefore in
5. fixed for clamping plate Machine screw UNC 5 16 x 5 8 for squaring butt to connector plate Machine screw M5 x 20mm for spelch block fixing Set screw for connecting block to extrusion Hex key 4mm A F Hex key 6mm A F Manual trend routing technology ASSEMBLY amp ADJUSTMENT Using the drawing on page 5 as a guide Corner Brackets The T nuts on the corner brackets are held by silver screws these will need to be removed and the T nut slid into the slot in the short extrusion to assemble The short T nut must be positioned nearest the end of extrusion A Do not remove the T nuts held by the black screws onto the brackets M Slide the corner bracket assembly into the open end of the long extrusion with scale fitted ensuring the T nuts align with the slots in the extrusion E Slide T nut down until corner bracket squaring plate assembly stops then tighten the black screws with a No 2 Phillips screwdriver T nut yO Short Shori Extrusion Long Extrusion M Lay all parts onto a workbench with the scale side of the extrusions towards the centre VIS TG JIG Sliding Stops M Slide the right hand and left hand sliding stop assembly into the bottom slot of the long extrusion that does not have a scale M Slide sliding stop assemblies along the extrusion bv about 100mm and then lock into position bv tightening screws with a No 2 Phillips screwdriver Squaring Plate M Slide the squaring plate
6. the straight cutter has a smaller diameter that will pass through the centre of the guide bush laving enough clearance A If using a router and guide bush with router base sitting on top of the extrusion the maximum distance between the extrusions is 70mm so Side view of jig Jig that both sides of the router base are supported LA Spelch EEE Block The trench groove length can be limited by using the sliding stops To set the length stops Component M Loosen both silver screws with a No 2 Phillips Bottom Squaring Spelch block screwdriver and slide the stops along the block extrusion to the required length The offset between the guide bush and cutter will need to be catered for in the calculations A M Once the sliding stops are in the correct Check squareness of jig before use position tighten both screws on each stop to lock in position The jig can also be used to cut tenons on timber This will require careful clamping to the component The component itself will require to be clamped securely to the workbench The other end of the jig will need to be supported by a waste piece of the same material of the same thickness as the component trend VIS TG JIG routing technology Cross cutting with a Router A Crosscutting with the router The flat side of the router base can be used against the edge of the right hand extrusion for grooving or trimming Ensure that the end of the front and back short ext
7. assembly into the bottom slot of the short extrusion Repeat for other short extrusion The end cap will need to be removed M Place the ends of the long extrusion with the corner bracket fitted onto the bottom slot slot towards centre of jig of each short extrusion line up the T nut and using the silver screw join the corner bracket to the T slot in the extrusion e Silver ku Clamping Plate The clamping plate is secured to the squaring plate bv two screws Ensure the ends of the small extrusions are sub flush with the right hand long extrusion trend routing technologv Make sure L the end of the extrusion is sub flush Plan view of assembled jig Make sure L the end of the extrusion is sub flush M Screw the set screw into the connecting block using a 4mm A F hex key Repeat for the other connecting block M Screw the connecting block onto the bottom squaring butt using the socket head screw and 6mm A F hex key Repeat for the other connecting block atts c Connecting Block Bottom Squaring Butt NS j M With the M5 tapped holes of the bottom squaring butt facing away from you slide the connecting block and butt assembly into the end of the short extrusion without end caps M Ensure the connecting block is flush with the end of the extrusion and then tighten the set scr
8. clude e g the use of spare parts which are in accordance with the specification of the original parts provided by the manufacturer Tolerances which ensure correct clamping shall be maintained Care shall be taken that regrinding of the cutting edge will not cause weakening of the body and the connection of the cutting edge to the body Version 7 1 06 2006 trend WS TG JIG routing technology ITEMS ENCLOSED LZ 7 Pre assembled l amp Pre assembled Silver x6 x2 Lo x4 x4 e x4 il an E Wi Black x6 Pre assembled x8 Silver x8 9 Black x 10mm Black x 1 F x 1 x2 ITEMS REQUIRED M Plunge router or jigsaw circular saw H 30mm guide bush with minimum 8mm projection T Square Board with flat edge Suitable router cutter No 2 Phillips screwdriver Square and long rule tape measure Clamp x 2 Hand tools User made MDF spelch block 4 trend routing technologv DESCRIPTION OF PARTS Allov extrusion long 430mm with scale Allov extrusion short 310mm with end cap Bottom squaring butt Clamping plate Squaring plate T nut Right hand sliding stop Left hand sliding stop Short T nut Connector block Allov extrusion short no end cap Allov extrusion long 430mm no scale Corner bracket SOBOLLGOMGGBA VIS TG JIG 8600 B 008 Machine screw M4 x 6mm black fixed Machine screw M4 x 6mm silver adjustable Machine screw M4 x 10mm black
9. ews with a 4mm A F hex key VIS TG JIG i7 Adjustment The black screws are used to lock the brackets into the extrusions Once thev are correctiv fitted thev should not need to be adjusted The silver screws are the screws that allow for adjustment of the jig Setting Jig Squareness M Place a T Square onto a flat board with a flat edge Place butt of T Square against flat edge and mark a pencil line along T Square blade edge Lay assembled jig onto the board and butt the bottom square butt against the flat edge and check the inner edge of each long extrusion against pencil line Loosen screws and move long extrusion so that thev are parrallel to the pencil line and tighten screws Check squareness again User Made Spelch Block To use the jig properlv a user made sacrificial spelch block should be made and fitted this prevents breakout on the back edge of the component when cross cutting as well as allowing grooves to be cut to the end of the board without damaging the jig The spelch block should be made from minimum 12mm thick MDF suggested 18mm thick the length should be about 350mm and 30mm high Drill and countersink two holes at 200mm centres to accept M5 screws The holes should be 7mm down from one edge so that it will fit under the extrusion The countersink diameter should be 12 7mm Screw spelch block to bottom squaring butt using screws supplied and Phillips No 2 screwdriver Spelch Block Min 12m
10. ignment of moving parts binding breakage mounting and any other conditions that may effect its operation Have any damage repaired by an Authorised Service Agent before using the tool or accessory Protect tools from impact and shock 15 Do not use tool if switch does not turn it on or off Have defective switches replaced by an Authorised Service Agent 16 Don t over reach Keep proper footing 2 and balance at all times Do not use awkward or uncomfortable hand positions 17 Don t abuse the cable Never carry power tool or accessory by cord or pull it to disconnect from the socket Keep cord from heat oil and sharp edges Always trail the power cord away from the work area Connect dust extraction equipment If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities ensure these are connected and properly used 19 Check all fixing and fastening nuts bolts and screws on power tool attachment and cutting tools before use to ensure they are tight and secure Periodically check when machining over long periods 20 Stay alert Watch what you are doing Use common sense Do not operate tools when you are tired under the influence of drugs or alcohol 21 Personal Protective Equipment PPE for eye ear and respiratory protection must be worn All PPE must meet current UK and EU legislation 22 Do not leave tools running unattended Do not leave tool until it comes to a comp
11. jig to blade M Mark cut line on the board and measure offset to left of pencil line at each end of line M Set right hand extrusion to offset line E Clamp jig using two or three clamps M Set blade depth of cut M Plug in saw and cut across the board E Release plunge M Switch off saw and remove E Remove clamps and jig from workpiece A Check squareness of jig before use VIS TG JIG Crosscutting with the saw EC 5 EIRO Component E Saw runs p against edge of jig Ir b Spelch block A Ensure the jig is not clamped onto the waste piece MAINTENANCE This jig has been designed to operate over a long period of time with minimum of maintenance Continual satisfactorv operation depends upon proper tool care and regular cleaning Cleaning M Regularly clean the jig with a soft cloth Lubrication M Your jig requires no additional lubrication Storage M Store jig safely on wall hooks ENVIRONMENTAL ve PROTECTION Recycle raw materials instead of disposing as waste Packaging should be sorted for environmental friendly recycling The product and its accessories at the end of its life should be sorted for environmental friendly recycling GUARANTEE The jig carries a manufacturers guarantee in accordance with the conditions on the enclosed guarantee card 11 trend VJS TG JIG routing technologv
12. kshop at a comfortable temperature so your hands are not cold Connect machines that are used in the open via a residual current device RCD with an actuation current of 30 mA maximum Use only extension cables that are approved for outdoor use 9 The accessorv or attachment must be kept level and stable at all times 7 Keep work area clean Cluttered workshops and benches can cause injuries Ensure there is sufficient room to work safely 8 Secure idle tools When not in use tools should be stored in a dry and high or locked up place out of reach of children 9 For best control and safety use both hands on the power tool and attachment Keep both hands away from cutting area Always wait for the spindle and cutter to stop rotating before making any adjustments 10 Always keep guards in place and in good working order 11 Remove any nails staples and other metal parts from the workpiece 12 Maintain tools and cutters with care Keep cutters sharp and clean for better and safer performance Do not use damaged cutters Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories Keep handles dry clean and free from oil and grease 13 Maintain accessories Do not use damaged accessories Only use accessories recommended by the manufacturer 14 Check damaged parts Before operation inspect the attachment the power tool the cable extension cable and the plug carefully for signs of damage Check for al
13. lete stop 23 Always clamp workpiece being machined securely 24 Only use cutting tools for woodworking that meet EN847 1 2 safety standards and any subsequent amendments 25 Vibration levels Hand held power tools produce different vibration levels You should always refer to the specifications and relevant Health amp Safety Guide Routing Safety 1 Read and understand instructions supplied with power tool attachment and cutter 2 Keep hands hair and clothing clear of the cutter 3 Remove adjusting keys and spanners Check to see that keys and adjusting spanners are removed from the router tool cutter and attachment before turning router on Make sure cutter can rotate freely 4 Noise Take appropriate measures for the protection of hearing if the sound pressure of 85dB A is exceeded Routing sound pressure may exceed 85dB A so ear protection must be worn 5 Eye protection Always wear eye protection in the form of safety goggles spectacles or visors to protect the eyes trend routing technologv 6 Respiratorv protection Wear a face indicated on the shank This ensures or dust mask or powered respirator that at least of the shank length is Dust masks filters should be changed held in the collet Ensure clamping regulariv surfaces are cleaned to remove dirt 7 Donot switch router on with the cutter grease oil and water touching the workpiece At the end of 10 Observe the correct assembl
14. m 4 0 200mm d 4 pp am 350mm Fixing screws y Top View 7 i Spelch block o0 oo Bottom squaring butt o trend routing technologv OPERATION i L Adjusting Frame for Size M Loosen the silver screws M Set required size M Check jig for squareness with a T Square and flat board and adjust if necessarv Another method to check squareness is to measure across diagonals If the measurement is equal the frame is square if the measurement is out adjust as necessary The scales are for repetitive work and have some lengthways adjustment to allow zero setting A Only loosen silver screws to adjust frame After every adjustment the frame will need to be checked for squareness Clamping VIS TG JIG Guiding the Router Saw AN The jig can be used either with a router or for sawing using a jigsaw or circular saw M Router to groove boards with a router fitted with a guide bush with a minimum 8mm projection The guide bush follows the inside of the extrusion Adjustable stops can be set to limit the length of the groove The flat side of the router base can also be used against the edge of the right hand extrusion for grooving or trimming M Sawing A jigsaw or circular saw can be used against the edge of the right hand extrusion to trim a board Grooving Trenching Tenon AN Cutting with a Router When grooving trenching the router requires a guide bush t
15. o be fitted which follows the inside edge of the extrusion and guides the router The guide bush should have a spigot projection of a minimum 8mm and suitable diameter to suit the cutter A recommended guide bush diameter is 30mm The difference between the cutter and the guide bush is the offset This offset will need to be marked on the component to give the true cut line Always use a minimum of two clamps to hold the jig to the component Ensure the clamps will not foul the saw or router The jig has a clamping plate to allow for the clamps to hold the jig A third clamp can also be used at the back of the jig in some instances if component size allows Third clamp here if possible NE ms Component F Clamp here l p Hen ensure not AN fil to foul the fn l router base Spelch Block Varijig Template guide bush Guide bush ring Cutter Cutter and Guide Bush Offset fitted to router Must o be 90 FORMULA D d trend VIS TG JIG routing technology A Grooving with the router A recommended 30mm guide bush should be used with a minimum 3mm spigot projection e g Ref GB30 A To rout grooves trenches and tenon s the router base will sit on top of the extrusions therefore the maximum distance between the extrusion should be 70mm so that both sides of the router base are supported For grooves trenches ensure that
16. rusions are not proud so they do not foul the base of the tool The base plate offset will need to be allowed for to give the true cut line Component MH Measure edge of left hand router base plate to right side of cutting edge this will give the offset Router up against edge of jig x la X Offset distance required from edge of jig to edge of cutter Block Mark cutline on the board and measure offset to left of pencil line at each end of line Set right hand extrusion to offset line Clamp jig using two or three clamps Set cutter depth Plug in router plunge down and rout across board in a series of passes until final depth of cut is reached Release plunge Switch off router and remove M Remove clamps and jig from workpiece A Check squareness of jig before use 10 trend routing technologv Cross cutting with a Circular AN Saw or Jigsaw The edge of the jig is used to guide the base plate of the saw The base plate offset will need to allowed for to give the true cut line Ensure that the end of the front and the back of the short extrusion are not proud so thev do not foul the base of the tool E Measure from the edge of left hand side of the saw base plate to right side of cutting edge this will give the offset Workpiece i X Offset distance required from edge of
17. shank one pass can stall the router diameter corresponding to the size of L ae B the collet installed in vour tool 15 In case of excessive vibrations whilst 2 using the router stop immediatelv and 3 The maximum speed n max marked have the eccentricitv of the router on the tool or in instructions or on router cutter and clamping system packaging shall not be exceeded checked by competent personnel Where stated the speed range shall f be adhered to Recommended speeds 15 All fastening screws and nuts should are shown in the Trend Routing be tightened using the appropriate Catalogue and or website spanner or kev and to the torque value provided bv the manufacturer 4 Alwavs use router cutters in a router A A l Drill and boring bits must not be used 16 Extension of the spanner or tightening in arouter Router cutters must only using hammer blows shall not be be used for the material cutting permitted application for which they are 17 Clamping screws shall be tightened 1 designed Do not use on metal or according to instructions provided by masonry the manufacture Where instructions 5 Never use cutters with a diameter are not provided clamping screws 3 exceeding the maximum diameter shall be tightened in sequence from indicated in the technical data of the the centre outwards powertool or attachment used Using Routers In A Fixed Position 6 Before each use check that the cutting 4 Attention should be made to the tool is State and S
18. tified by the CE marking on the power tool INTENDED USE This accessory is designed to be used with a router with a suitable cutter and guide bush fitted to groove and trench natural timber and boards The accessory can also be used with a jigsaw or circular saw to crosscut boards lt 2 If you require further technical information or spare parts please call Trend technical support on 01923 224681 or visit www trend uk com trend routing technologv SAFETY fA WARNING A Observe the safetv regulations in the instruction manual of the power tool to be used Please read the following instructions carefully Failure to do so could lead to serious injury When using electric tools basic safety precautions including the following should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire electric shock and personal injury Also observe any applicable additional safety rules Read the following safety instructions before attempting to operate this product PLEASE KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS IN A SAFE PLACE The attention of UK users is drawn to The Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 and any subsequent amendments Users should also read the HSE HSC Safe Use of Woodworking Machinery Approved Code of Practice and Guidance Document and any amendments Users must be competent with woodworking equipment before using our products IMPORTANT NOTE Residual Risk Although the safety instructions and operating man
19. uals for our tools contain extensive instructions on safe working with power tools every power tool involves a certain residual risk which cannot be completely excluded by safety mechanisms Power tools must therefore always be operated with caution General 1 Disconnect power tool and 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 Alwavs ensure cutter has stopped rotating 2 Alwavs mount the power tool accessorv or attachment in conformitv with the instructions Only use attachment and accessories specified in the power tool manual The tool or attachment should not be modified or used for any application other than that for which it was designed Do not force tool 3 Keep children and visitors away Do not let children or visitors touch the tool accessory or attachment Keep children and visitors away from work area Make the workshop child proof with padlock and master switch 4 Dress properly Do not wear loose clothing or jewellry they can be caught in moving parts Rubber gloves and non skid footwear is VIS TG JIG recommended when working outdoors Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair 5 Consider working environment Do not use the product in the rain or in a damp environment Keep work area well lit Do not use power tools near gasoline or flammable liquids Keep wor
20. ue from damage HSE s Safe Use of Vertical Spindle Do not use the cutting tool if it is dull Moulding Machines Information Sheet broken or cracked or if in any other No 18 and any revisions damage is noticeable or suspected 7 Cutters should be kept clean Resin a Aiter Work release the routeriplunge i protect the cutter build up should be removed at regular intervals with Resin Cleaner The 3 Always use a push stick or push block use of a PTFE dry lubricant will when making any cut less than reduce resin build up Do not use 300mm in length or when feeding the 5 PTFE sprav on plastic parts last 300mm of the cut 8 When using stacked tooling multi 4 The opening around the cutter should 6 blade block and groover etc on a be reduced to a minimum using spindle arbor ensure that the cutting suitably sized insert rings in the table edges are staggered to each other to and closing the back fence cheeks or reduce the cutting impact fitting a false fence on the back fence 9 Cutter shanks should be inserted into 5 Whenever possible use a work the collet all the wav to the line VIS TG JIG 295 holding device or jig to secure component being machined Ensure any attachment is securely fitted to the workbench with table surface at approximately hip height Use a No Volt Release Switch Ensure it is fixed securely easily accessible and used correctly In router table inverted mode stand to the front right of the table
21. y and 6 the cut release the router plunge and fitting instructions in the router allow spindle to stop rotating Never instruction manual for fitting the collet use the spindle lock as a brake nut and cutter 7 8 The direction of routing must always 11 Tool and tool bodies shall be clamped be opposite to the cutter s direction of in such a way that they will not rotation Do not back cut or climb cut become loose during operation Care shall be taken when mounting cuttin 9 Check before cutting that there are no t9ols to ensure that the dainping is by obstructions in the path of the router the shank of the cutting tool and that Ensure there are no obstacles the cutting edges are not in contact beneath workpiece when cutting full with each other or with the clamping thickness and that a sacrificial work elements 8 surface is used 12 It is advisable to periodically check Router Cutter Safety the collet and collet nut A damaged 1 Cutting tools are sharp Care should worn or distorted collet and nut can be taken when handling them Do not cause vibration and shank damage 9 drop cutters or knock them against Do not over tighten the collet nut hard objects Handle very small l diameter cutters with extra care 13 Do not take deep cuts in one pass Alwavs return cutter to its packaging take several shallow or light passes to 1 after use reduce the side load applied to the cutter and router Too deep a cut in 2 Alwavs use cutters with a
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