Router Fluting Jig Instructions - Rockler.com

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Set Up Instructions:
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1 1 ⁄2"
1. Identify the distance from the center of the first flute to the
edge of the work piece. Then adjust the acrylic router
plate (Part 2) so this measurement lines up with the end of
the yellow write/erase marking surface (Part 3). Fig. 1.
2. Then using a pencil, mark the yellow write/erase (Part 3)
marking surface at the ‘0’ mark for the first flute.
3. To mark the second flute, measure to the left of ‘0’ on the
scale the distance equal to the spacing between flutes and
make a mark. Fig. 1.
4. Move the acrylic router plate (Part 2) so the ‘0’ mark lines
up with the second tic mark, and measure to the left of ‘0’
on the scale the distance equal to the spacing between
flutes and make a mark. Fig. 2.
5. Repeat step 4 until all flutes are marked on the yellow
write/erase surface (Part 3).
6. Attach your router to the acrylic router plate (Part 2). You
may have to drill new mounting holes depending on your
router base configuration.
7. Place the jig over your workpiece and adjust it to the width
of your stock by moving the adjustable fence (Part 4).
Tighten the fence knobs (Part 7), making sure the jig slides
easily but is not loose or sloppy. The jig is adjustable for
stock up to 9 1 ⁄2" wide. Fig. 3.
8. Before routing the flutes, set the router bit to the desired
depth of cut. Move the acrylic router plate so the ‘0’ on the
scales lines up with the first tick mark on the writable
marking surface, lock it in place and make the cut. Fig. 4.
9. To rout the remaining flutes, once again move the acrylic
router plate so ‘0’ on the scale lines up with the tick marks
as shown in Fig. 5.
Note: When making any kind of flute, remember to move the
router in and out of the cuts quickly to prevent burning.
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1st flute
2nd flute
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