Shopsmith 555970 - Manual (Page 40)

555970 MARK V – MOUNTED OVERARM PIN ROUTER
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After vacuuming, clean all major metal parts
of the Overarm Router (except the router
motor) with mineral spirits to remove all
dirt, grease, and any built-up wood pitch.
Use a clean, slightly damp cloth to wipe all
residue from the Guard and Worktable.
Clean your router motor as instructed in the
router owners manual.
WAXING
After a through cleaning, wax and buff the
Overarm Router’ Worktable surface. Apply
the wax sparingly, then buff it thoroughly. If
you apply too much wax or don’t buff it
thoroughly, the wax will mix with the saw-
dust, impede the movement of parts, and
leave residue on the stock.
CAUTION
Do not wax or use solvents on plastic
parts.
RE-ALIGNING AND RE-ADJUSTING
Proper alignment and adjustment of all ma-
jor parts of your Overarm Router are essen-
tial for good woodworking results. Check
that:
• The Depth Control Handle works prop-
erly
• The Dovetail Slide moves freely without
binding
• The router motor holds its position when
the Depth Control Handle is unscrewed
• The Worktable slides forward or backward
without side play and locks securely in po-
sition
• The router Bit and Guide Pin (if being
used) are in alignment.
If any part of the Overarm Router requires
alignment or adjustment, follow the proce-
dures in the Overarm Router’s assembly,
setup & alignment, and adjustment sections.
STORING YOUR
OVERARM ROUTER
In normal use, regular cleaning, lubricating
and waxing will prevent the ferrous parts of
the Overarm Router from rusting. However,
if the machine is to be stored for an extended
period or under unusually humid or corro-
sive conditions, spray all ferrous parts in-
cluding pins, bits and accessories with a rust-
inhibiting light oil. Remove this oil with min-
eral spirits and re-wax the Overarm Router
before using it again.
ADJUSTING THE BRASS GIB
If you find that your router motor fails to
hold its position when the Depth Control
Handle is released (unscrewed), adjust the
Brass Gib, following the instructions in the
Alignment and Adjustment section of this
Manual.