Operate only with instructor’s permission and after you have received instruction.

Remove jewelry, eliminate loose clothing, and confine long hair.

Make sure all guards are in place and operating correctly.

Always use proper eye protection.

Never router another student’s project without teacher permission.

All adjustments for cutter height and fence position should be made with the power off.

Guards and hold-downs should be checked for proper operation.

Choose the correct cutter and table collars for the operation.

Expose only the amount of cutter necessary to do the job. Use additional fixtures if necessary.

 Always use a bearing equipped cutter for free hand routering.

 Use the smallest table insert possible.

 Brush away dust and chips only when the machine has stopped.

 Before changing cutters unplug the power cord.

 Always make a trial cut before you cut on your project.

 Never stand in line with the wood being cut.

 Keep your hands at a minimum of 3” from the cutter.

 Always feed material from right to left along the fence. 

 Use a push stick, clamp, or jig if your hands get closer than 3”.

When routing against the bearing, always feed against the direction the router is rotating.

Not following the safety steps listed can cause a kickback.

Do not feed the stock faster than the router bit can cut.