SH-5 Router Table Fence Setting
CAUTION:
Turn off the router and disconnect from power before inserting the bit or making any adjustments. Consult the
router's operator's manual for instructions on installing a router bit.
Two types of alignment scales are provided on the fence. The knobs are marked at each .001" and one full revolution of the knob
will result in .050" travel of the fence. Numbers are also provided to indicate 0", .005", .010", .015", etc. The rods to which the
fences are attached are marked with linear scales and these are divided into .050" with an indicator for 0 midway of the scale.
Before checking the settings or making any adjustments, ensure that the router is powered off and unplugged. When all four
scales are reading 0, the infeed fence will be aligned with the outfeed fence. This must be verified using a straight edge before
using the fence and if any variance is found, refer to the instructions below for calibrating the fence. If both knobs are turned an
equal amount the fences will stay in alignment.
Properly aligned when all
scales are reading "0"
Decimal Adjustments
The markings on the micro-adjustment knob are each .001".
One full revolution of the knob = .050".
The markings on the scale are each .050".
Fractional Adjustments
To adjust the fence by fractions of an inch refer
to the following chart:
Desired
Adjustment
1/2"
3/8"
1/4"
1/8"
SH-5 Router Table Fence Calibration
The SH-5 Router Table Fence is manufactured to precise tolerances. However,
due to variances in the materials used for the fence faces, some minor calibra-
tion of the dials may be necessary. The steps below detail the process required
to ensure accurate setting of the fence.
1. Ensure that the router is powered off and unplugged and that there is no
router bit in the router.
2. Rotate dials to align all scales to 0.
3. Hold a straight edge against both fences and rotate one dial until fences are
aligned.
4. Tighten the locking screws.
5. Loosen the set screw of the dial and rotate to 0.
6. Tighten the set screw and check with the straight edge.
7. Readjust if necessary.
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With scales at "0", verify fence
alignment using a straight edge
Knob
Revolutions
10
7.5
5
2.5
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Knobs rotated the same number of
turns in the same direction gives equal
fence travel
Decimal Conversion
Fraction
Decimal
1/32"
.031"
1/16"
.063"
3/32"
.094"
1/8"
.125"
5/32"
.156"
3/16"
.188"
7/32"
.219"
1/4"
.250"
9/32"
.281"
5/16"
.313"
11/32"
.344"
3/8"
.375"
13/32"
.406"
7/16"
.438"
15/32"
.469"
1/2"
.500"