Ryobi TR45K - Manual (Page 17)

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OPERATION
ROUTING GROOVES PARALLEL TO AN EDGE
See Figure 13.
You can use the scale provided on the woodworking sub-
base to cut a straight parallel line up to 1 in. (25.4 mm) from
the edge of the workpiece.
n
The intersection of the horizontal and vertical lines at the
center of the woodworking sub-base indicates the cen-
ter of the cutter. This is also the center of groove being
cut.
n For grooves more than 1 in. (25.4 mm) from the edge
of workpiece, align the center of desired groove on the
workpiece with the centerline on the woodworking sub-
base. Then measure from the centerline on the woodwork-
ing sub-base to the guiding portion of the straight guide.
Tighten the knob on the straight guide securely.
n Using “C” clamps and a board to act as the straight edge,
place the cutter at the desired position on the workpiece
and make the cut from right to left as shown by the arrow
in figure 13.
NOTE: The board being used as a straight edge must
be 1/4 in. (6.4 mm) thick or less to prevent contact with
the trimmer base. It must also be at least as long as the
workpiece in order to be a guide.
n The thrust is from the trimmer against the straight edge.
n Do not make a cut that is too heavy in one pass. If a deep
cut is required, make successive passes at increasing
depths with each new pass until you reach the desired
groove depth.
Fig. 13
R2
R2 R3
1
2
1/4
1/2
3/4
1
ROUT GROOVE FROM RIGHT TO LEFT