Harbor Freight Tools Router 32650 User Manual

1/2” Bench TOP  
ShaPer/rOuTer  
Model 32650  
SeT uP and OPeraTing inSTrucTiOnS  
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Failure to do so can result in serious injury.  
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nOTice is used to  
address practices not  
SaVe ThiS Manual  
Keep this manual for the safety warnings  
and precautions, assembly, operating,  
inspection, maintenance and cleaning  
procedures. Write the product’s serial number  
in the back of the manual near the assembly  
diagram (or month and year of purchase if  
product has no number). Keep this manual  
and the receipt in a safe and dry place for  
future reference.  
related to personal injury.  
cauTiOn, without the  
safety alert symbol, is  
used to address practices not  
related to personal injury.  
general Tool Safety Warnings  
Warning read all safety warnings  
and instructions. Failure to follow the  
warnings and instructions may result  
in electric shock, fire and/or serious  
injury.  
iMPOrTanT SaFeTY  
inFOrMaTiOn  
in this manual, on the labeling, and  
all other information provided with  
this product:  
Save all warnings and instructions  
for future reference.  
1. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in  
working order.  
This is the safety alert  
symbol. it is used to alert  
you to potential personal  
injury hazards. Obey all  
safety messages that follow  
this symbol to avoid possible  
injury or death.  
2. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND  
WRENCHES. Form habit of checking to  
see that keys and adjusting wrenches  
are removed from tool before turning it  
on.  
3. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered  
areas and benches invite accidents.  
danger indicates a  
hazardous situation  
which, if not avoided, will result  
in death or serious injury.  
4. DON’T USE IN DANGEROUS  
ENVIRONMENT. Don’t use power tools  
in damp or wet locations, or expose them  
to rain. Keep work area well lighted.  
Warning indicates a  
hazardous situation  
which, if not avoided, could  
result in death or serious injury.  
5. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors  
should be kept safe distance from work  
area.  
6. MAKE WORKSHOP KID PROOF  
with padlocks, master switches, or by  
removing starter keys.  
cauTiOn, used with  
the safety alert  
symbol, indicates a hazardous  
situation which, if not avoided,  
could result in minor or moderate  
injury.  
7. DON’T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job  
better and safer at the rate for which it  
was designed.  
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8. USE RIGHT TOOL. Don’t force tool or  
attachment to do a job for which it was  
not designed.  
13. DON’T OVERREACH. Keep proper  
footing and balance at all times.  
14. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep  
tools sharp and clean for best and safest  
performance. Follow instructions for  
recOMMended MiniMuM Wire  
gauge FOr eXTenSiOn cOrdS  
(120 VOlT)  
lubricating and changing accessories.  
eXTenSiOn cOrd  
lengTh  
naMePlaTe  
aMPereS  
(at full load)  
15. DISCONNECT TOOLS before servicing;  
when changing accessories, such as  
blades, bits, cutters, and the like.  
25’  
50’ 100’ 150’  
0 – 6  
18  
18  
16  
14  
16  
16  
16  
12  
16  
14  
14  
14  
12  
12  
6.1 – 10  
16. REDUCE THE RISK OF  
UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Make  
sure switch is in off position before  
plugging in.  
10.1 – 12  
12.1 – 16  
TaBle a  
do not use.  
17. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.  
Consult the owner’s manual for  
9. USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD.  
Make sure your extension cord is in good  
condition. When using an extension  
cord, be sure to use one heavy enough  
to carry the current your product will  
draw. An undersized cord will cause a  
drop in line voltage resulting in loss of  
power and overheating. Table A shows  
the correct size to use depending on  
cord length and nameplate ampere  
rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier  
gauge. The smaller the gauge number,  
the heavier the cord.  
recommended accessories. The use of  
improper accessories may cause risk of  
injury to persons.  
18. NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious  
injury could occur if the tool is tipped  
or if the cutting tool is unintentionally  
contacted.  
19. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before  
further use of the tool, a guard or other  
part that is damaged should be carefully  
checked to determine that it will operate  
properly and perform its intended  
10. WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear  
loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings,  
bracelets, or other jewelry which may get  
caught in moving parts. Nonslip footwear  
is recommended. Wear protective hair  
covering to contain long hair.  
function – check for alignment of moving  
parts, binding of moving parts, breakage  
of parts, mounting, and any other  
conditions that may affect its operation.  
A guard or other part that is damaged  
should be properly repaired or replaced.  
11. ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES. Also  
use face or dust mask if cutting operation  
is dusty. Everyday eyeglasses only have  
impact resistant lenses, they are NOT  
safety glasses.  
20. DIRECTION OF FEED. Feed work into  
a blade or cutter against the direction of  
rotation of the blade or cutter only.  
21. NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING  
UNATTENDED. TURN POWER OFF.  
Don’t leave tool until it comes to a  
complete stop.  
12. SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise  
to hold work when practical. It’s safer  
than using your hand and it frees both  
hands to operate tool.  
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3-pole receptacles that accept the tool’s  
plug.  
grOunding inSTrucTiOnS  
TO PreVenT  
elecTric ShOck  
and deaTh FrOM incOrrecT  
grOunding Wire  
6. Repair or replace damaged or worn cord  
immediately.  
cOnnecTiOn  
read and FOllOW TheSe  
inSTrucTiOnS:  
grounding  
Pin  
110-120 V~ grounded Tools: Tools  
with Three Prong Plugs  
1. In the event of a malfunction or  
breakdown, grounding provides a path  
of least resistance for electric current  
to reduce the risk of electric shock.  
This tool is equipped with an electric  
cord having an equipment-grounding  
conductor and a grounding plug. The  
plug must be plugged into a matching  
outlet that is properly installed and  
grounded in accordance with all local  
codes and ordinances.  
125 V~ 3-Prong Plug and Outlet  
(for up to 125 V~ and up to 15 a)  
7. This tool is intended for use on a circuit  
that has an outlet that looks like the one  
illustrated above in 125 V~ 3-Prong  
Plug and Outlet. The tool has a  
grounding plug that looks like the plug  
illustrated above in 125 V~ 3-Prong  
Plug and Outlet.  
8. The outlet must be properly installed and  
grounded in accordance with all codes  
and ordinances.  
2. Do not modify the plug provided – if it will  
not fit the outlet, have the proper outlet  
installed by a qualified electrician.  
9. Do not use an adapter to connect this  
tool to a different outlet.  
3. Improper connection of the equipment-  
grounding conductor can result in a risk  
of electric shock. The conductor with  
insulation having an outer surface that  
is green with or without yellow stripes is  
the equipment-grounding conductor. If  
repair or replacement of the electric cord  
or plug is necessary, do not connect the  
equipment-grounding conductor to a live  
terminal.  
Shaper Safety Warnings  
For Your Own Safety read instruction  
Manual Before Operating Shaper  
1. Wear eye protection.  
2. Be sure keyed washer is directly under  
spindle nut and spindle nut is tight.  
4. Check with a qualified electrician or  
service personnel if the grounding  
instructions are not completely  
3. Feed work piece against rotation of  
cutter.  
4. Do not use awkward hand positions.  
understood, or if in doubt as to whether  
the tool is properly grounded.  
5. Keep fingers away from revolving cutter  
– use fixtures when necessary.  
5. Use only 3-wire extension cords that  
have 3-prong grounding plugs and  
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6. Use overhead guard when fence is not in  
place.  
• Lead from lead-based paints  
• Crystalline silica from bricks and  
cement or other masonry products  
• Arsenic and chromium from chemically  
treated lumber  
Your risk from these exposures varies,  
depending on how often you do this type  
of work. To reduce your exposure to  
these chemicals: work in a well ventilated  
area, and work with approved safety  
equipment, such as those dust masks  
that are specially designed to filter out  
microscopic particles. (California Health  
& Safety Code § 25249.5, et seq.)  
7. dO nOT OPeraTe WiTh anY  
guard diSaBled, daMaged, Or  
reMOVed. Moving guards must  
move freely and close instantly.  
8. The use of accessories or attachments  
not recommended by the manufacturer  
may result in a risk of injury to persons.  
9. When servicing use only identical  
replacement parts.  
10. Only use safety equipment that has been  
approved by an appropriate standards  
agency. Unapproved safety equipment  
may not provide adequate protection.  
Eye protection must be ANSI-approved  
and breathing protection must be  
16. WARNING: Handling the cord on this  
product will expose you to lead, a  
chemical known to the State of California  
to cause cancer, and birth defects or  
other reproductive harm. Wash hands  
after handling. (California Health &  
Safety Code § 25249.5, et seq.)  
NIOSH-approved for the specific hazards  
in the work area.  
11. Industrial applications must follow OSHA  
guidelines.  
17. The warnings, precautions, and  
instructions discussed in this instruction  
manual cannot cover all possible  
conditions and situations that may occur.  
It must be understood by the operator  
that common sense and caution are  
factors which cannot be built into this  
product, but must be supplied by the  
operator.  
12. Maintain labels and nameplates on  
the tool. These carry important safety  
information. If unreadable or missing,  
contact Harbor Freight Tools for a  
replacement.  
13. Avoid unintentional starting. Prepare to  
begin work before turning on the tool.  
Vibration Safety  
14. People with pacemakers should  
consult their physician(s) before use.  
Electromagnetic fields in close proximity  
to heart pacemaker could cause  
pacemaker interference or pacemaker  
failure.  
This tool vibrates during use. Repeated  
or long-term exposure to vibration may  
cause temporary or permanent physical  
injury, particularly to the hands, arms  
and shoulders. To reduce the risk of  
vibration-related injury:  
15. WARNING: Some dust created by power  
sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and  
other construction activities, contains  
chemicals known [to the State of  
1. Anyone using vibrating tools regularly  
or for an extended period should first  
be examined by a doctor and then have  
regular medical check-ups to ensure  
medical problems are not being caused  
California] to cause cancer, birth defects  
or other reproductive harm. Some  
examples of these chemicals are:  
or worsened from use. Pregnant  
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women or people who have impaired  
blood circulation to the hand, past hand  
injuries, nervous system disorders,  
diabetes, or Raynaud’s Disease should  
not use this tool. If you feel any medical  
or physical symptoms related to vibration  
(such as tingling, numbness, and white  
or blue fingers), seek medical advice as  
soon as possible.  
2. Do not smoke during use. Nicotine  
reduces the blood supply to the hands  
and fingers, increasing the risk of  
vibration-related injury.  
3. Wear suitable gloves to reduce the  
vibration effects on the user.  
4. Use tools with the lowest vibration when  
there is a choice between different  
processes.  
5. Include vibration-free periods each day  
of work.  
6. Grip tool as lightly as possible (while still  
keeping safe control of it). Let the tool  
do the work.  
7. To reduce vibration, maintain the tool  
as explained in this manual. If any  
abnormal vibration occurs, stop use  
immediately.  
SaVe TheSe  
inSTrucTiOnS.  
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components  
SPeciFicaTiOnS  
Chip Discharge Chute (9)  
Electrical Input  
120 V~, 60 Hz, 7/8 HP  
Fence Assembly (2)  
Ring Guard (11)  
Miter  
Gauge  
Assembly  
(1)  
Motor No Load Speed 11,500 RPM  
Max. Accessory  
2”  
Diameter  
Router: 1/4”  
Shank Diameter  
Shaper: 1/2”  
Table Top  
11-3/4” x 9-3/4” surface  
Table Top  
(7)  
Switch  
(27a)  
unPacking  
When unpacking, make sure that the  
item is intact and undamaged. If any parts  
are missing or broken, please call Harbor  
Freight Tools at 1-800-444-3353 as soon as  
possible.  
Base (25)  
Router Collet Nut (51) Router Bit  
Table Insert (8)  
Collet (50)  
Nut (56)  
Switch Key (27b)  
Radius Pin (6)  
Carbon  
Brushes  
(3b)  
Belt (34)  
Spindle Wrench (54)  
Double Ended Wrench (55)  
Shaper  
Spindle  
(47)  
Nut (49)  
Collar (53)  
Washer (13)  
Keyed Washer (48)  
Figure 1  
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Mounting  
inSTrucTiOnS FOr PuTTing  
inTO uSe  
Mount the Shaper/Router to a permanent  
location such as a work bench, or to a  
portable plywood base. If mounting to  
plywood, use a good grade of plywood or  
chipboard at least 3/4” thick.  
read the enTire iMPOrTanT  
SaFeTY inFOrMaTiOn  
section at the beginning of this  
manual including all text under  
subheadings therein before set up  
or use of this product.  
14-1/8”  
2”  
10-1/8”  
TO PreVenT  
SeriOuS injurY  
FrOM accidenTal  
OPeraTiOn:  
Four 5/16”  
Diameter holes  
Turn the Power Switch of the tool  
to its “OFF” position and unplug  
the tool from its electrical outlet  
before assembling or making any  
adjustments to the tool.  
Plywood or workbench  
Base of Shaper/Router  
note: For additional information regarding the  
parts listed in the following pages, refer  
to the Assembly Diagram near the end of  
this manual.  
Figure 3  
To Mount the Shaper/Router, use the  
above dimensions to mark the drilling  
locations on the plywood or workbench,  
allowing at least 2” of clearance on all  
sides. Drill four 5/16” diameter holes and  
attach the Shaper/Router using grade 5  
or better 1/4” bolts, flat washers and self  
locking nuts (sold separately). Be sure  
to purchase bolts which are long enough  
to reach through the Shaper/Router  
Base, the thickness of the Plywood  
or workbench top, and allow for the  
washers and nuts.  
assembly/Mounting  
Protective foam sheet  
Fence (2)  
Knobs  
(4)  
Warning: If you mount the Shaper/Router  
on a portable base, before each use,  
clamp the board securely to a workbench  
or supporting surface.  
Figure 2  
The Shaper/Router is packaged with a  
protective foam sheet covering the table  
top and the fence, secured in place on  
the table. Remove the Shaper/Router  
from the box then unthread the Knobs  
(4) holding the Half and Long Fence (2a  
and 2b) pieces from the Table Top (7).  
Discard the foam sheet.  
installing the height knob  
The Stud (17) for the Height Knob (16) is  
located on the back of the Base (25) and  
is packaged with a Nut (56) and Washer  
(18).  
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To install the Height Knob:  
OPeraTing inSTrucTiOnS  
read the enTire iMPOrTanT  
SaFeTY inFOrMaTiOn  
section at the beginning of this  
manual including all text under  
subheadings therein before set up  
or use of this product.  
Washer (18)  
Nut (56)  
Stud (17)  
Tool Set up  
TO PreVenT  
SeriOuS injurY  
FrOM accidenTal  
Figure 4  
OPeraTiOn:  
a. Unthread the Shipping Nut (56) from the  
Stud counterclockwise and remove it  
from the Stud.  
Turn the Power Switch of the tool  
to its “OFF” position, pull out the  
Switch key (27b), and unplug the  
tool from its electrical outlet  
before performing any  
Washer (18)  
Height Knob  
(16)  
inspection, maintenance, or  
cleaning procedures.  
TO PreVenT SeriOuS injurY:  
dO nOT OPeraTe WiTh anY  
guard diSaBled, daMaged,  
Or reMOVed.  
adjusting the Main Spindle height  
Stud (17)  
The Main Spindle (43) can be adjust up  
or down by 3/4”.  
Figure 5  
b. Leave the Washer in place and thread  
the Height Knob (16) onto the Stud  
clockwise until it is secure.  
Lower  
Raise  
Main  
Main  
Spindle  
Spindle  
Height Knob  
Figure 6  
(16)  
To adjust the height of the Main Spindle  
(43) turn the Height Knob (16) counter  
clockwise and slide the Knob to the left  
to lower, or the right to raise, the height  
of the Main Spindle. When it is the  
desired height, tighten the Height Knob  
clockwise until it is secure.  
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To install the Shaper Spindle:  
removing or installing the Shaper  
Spindle  
Thread the fine threaded end of the Nut (46) onto  
this end of the Spindle (47).  
Shaper  
The Shaper/Router is packaged with the  
Shaper Spindle (47) installed so that the  
unit is ready for use as a shaper. To use  
the unit as a router, the Shaper Spindle  
must be removed. Reinstall the Shaper  
Spindle when using shaper cutters.  
Spindle  
Nut (46)  
Shaper Spindle (47)  
Fine Threads  
Course Threads  
Figure 8  
To remove the Shaper Spindle:  
1. Thread the Shaper Spindle Nut (46) onto  
the Spindle. The Nut has one end with  
fine threads and the other with course  
threads. Match the fine threads with the  
Shaper Spindle. (The course threads fit  
the Main Spindle (43)). BE CAREFUL  
NOT TO SCREW THE NUT ONTO THE  
SHAPER SPINDLE WITH THE COARSE  
THREADS OR YOU WILL DAMAGE  
BOTH PARTS. Thread the Nut onto the  
Shaper Spindle until the threads of the  
Spindle reach the coarse threads of the  
Nut.  
Shaper Spindle (47)  
Double  
Ended  
Wrench  
(55)  
Shaper  
Spindle  
Nut (46)  
Spindle  
Wrench  
(54)  
Main  
Spindle  
(43)  
a) Hold Main Spindle  
b) Turn Counter-  
clockwise  
Figure 7  
Shaper Spindle (47)  
Hold the Main Spindle (43) with the  
Spindle Wrench (54) and the Shaper  
Spindle Nut (46) with the Double Ended  
Wrench (55). Turn the Double Ended  
Wrench counter clockwise to unthread  
the Nut from the Main Spindle.  
Shaper Spindle  
Nut (46)  
note: Insert the Spindle Wrench from under  
the Table Top (7) and the Double Ended  
Wrench from above the Table Top. You  
may need to adjust the Main Spindle  
height for easier access.  
Main Spindle (43)  
Table Top (7)  
Figure 9  
2. Insert the Shaper Nut/Spindle assembly  
onto the Main Spindle (43). Hand tighten  
the Nut onto the Main Spindle threads  
clockwise.  
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1. Always use the Table Insert (8) to  
prevent materials from falling into the  
Base (25). Before installing a router bit  
or a shaper cutter (both sold separately),  
slide the Table Insert into the Table Top  
hole until it is flush with the Table Top.  
There are two ways to position it. If the  
bit or shaper is entirely above the surface  
of the table, install the Table Insert with  
1-3/8” (smaller) hole facing up. If your  
bit or shaper is below the surface of the  
table, the Table Insert should be installed  
with the larger hole facing up. Spin  
the bit by hand before plugging in the  
machine to make sure it will not come  
into contact with the Table Insert during  
operation  
Shaper Spindle (47)  
Double  
Ended  
Wrench  
(55)  
Shaper  
Spindle  
Nut (46)  
Spindle  
Wrench  
(54)  
Main  
Spindle  
(43)  
a) Hold Main Spindle  
b) Turn Clockwise  
Figure 10  
3. Use the Double Ended Wrench (55)  
and Spindle Wrench (54) to tighten the  
Shaper Spindle (47) in place, turning the  
Double Ended Wrench clockwise until  
the Shaper Spindle is secure.  
installing Shaper Bits  
Table insert  
1. Install the Shaper Spindle (47) if it is not  
already installed.  
The Table Insert (8) is used to reduce  
wood chips falling into the machine  
which could cause flying debris. With  
router bit use, it also covers any unused  
portion of the bit below the surface of the  
Table Top (7).  
2. Insert the Table Insert (8).  
Table Insert (8)  
flush with  
Table Top (7)  
Table Insert (8)  
inverted  
Figure 12  
3. Position the Cutter or cutters (sold  
separately) so that the blades are facing  
in a counter clockwise direction and slide  
them onto the Shaper Spindle along with  
any collars as needed for the desired  
pattern.  
Figure 11  
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4. Slide the Washer (13) and the Keyed  
Washer (48) onto the Shaper Spindle,  
and thread the Nut onto the end of the  
Shaper Spindle.  
Router Collet Nut (51)  
Router Bit  
(sold separately)  
Spindle Wrench (54)  
Shaper Spindle (47)  
Double  
Ended  
Wrench  
(55)  
Nut (49)  
Router Bit  
Collet (50)  
Main Spindle (43)  
Table Top (7)  
Figure 14  
2. Insert the Router Bit Collet (50) into the  
Main Spindle (43).  
Cutter  
(sold separately)  
3. Place the Router Collet Nut (51) over the  
Router Bit Collet and thread it clockwise  
so that it is loosely in place on the Main  
Spindle.  
Figure 13  
5. Use the Spindle Wrench (54) to hold the  
Shaper Spindle in place while tightening  
the Nut clockwise with the small end of  
the Double Ended Wrench (55).  
4. Insert the Table Insert (8).  
Warning! The Keyed washer must be  
directly under the Nut (49) or else  
serious injury may occur. Be careful to  
tighten the Nut (49) and the Height Knob  
(16) securely.  
Table Insert  
installing router Bits  
1. Remove the Shaper Spindle (47) if it is  
installed.  
Router Bit  
(sold separately)  
Router Collet Nut (51)  
Table Top (7)  
Figure 15  
5. Insert the router bit (sold separately) into  
the Main Spindle.  
6. Firmly tighten the bit in place by turning  
the Router Collet Nut (51) clockwise  
with the Double Ended Wrench (55)  
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while holding the Main Spindle with the  
Spindle Wrench (54)  
Fence  
1. The Fence Assembly (2) is used for  
straight edge work. Position the Long  
Fence (2b) on the Table Top (7) so that  
the fence slots line up with the holes in  
the Table Top (7).  
note: With the Table Insert (8) in place, you  
will need to use both wrenches from  
below the Table Top (7). You may need  
to adjust the height of the Main Spindle  
with the Height Knob (16) to best access  
the Main Spindle and Router Collet Nut.  
Long Fence (2b)  
Knobs (4)  
guard and guide locations  
Channel for Miter  
Gauge Assembly (1)  
Table Top (7)  
Half Fence (2a)  
Table Top (7)  
Holes for Fence Assembly (2)  
Knobs (4)  
Figure 17  
Holes for Radius Pin (6)  
2. Slide a Washer (5) on the Knobs (4),  
then insert the Knobs (4) into the slots  
and turn clockwise. Adjust the Fence  
to the desired position then tighten the  
Knobs.  
Hole for Ring Guard (11)  
Post (12)  
Hole for Ring Guard (11)  
Knob (4)  
Figure 16  
The Fence Assembly (2), Miter Gauge  
Assembly (1), and Radius Pin (6) are all  
guides that are attached to the Table Top  
(7) to help guide the workpiece. Use the  
Radius Pin or Fence Assembly alone, or  
use the Fence Assembly with the Miter  
Gauge to work on mitered workpieces.  
The Ring Guard (11) is also attached to  
the Table Top and should always be in  
place during use.  
3. Place the Half Fence (2a) on the Long  
Fence as shown above. Adjust the  
Fence as needed for the project, then  
secure in place with the Knob (4).  
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ring guard  
Always use the Shaper/Router with  
the Ring Guard (11) in place. It is an  
important safety feature which protects  
against contact with the blade. Before  
plugging in the machine, the Ring  
Guard should be positioned about 1/4”  
above the workpiece and then locked  
into place. When you wish to make  
adjustments or change cutters, you can  
loosen the Knob (4) holding the Ring  
Guard and rotate it out of the way.  
Post (12)  
Ring Guard (11)  
Knob (4)  
Figure 19  
1. To install the Ring Guard, slide the Post  
into the hole in the Table Top (7).  
Ring Guard (11)  
2. Secure in place with the Knob (4).  
Post (12)  
chip discharge chute  
Bolt (10)  
Figure 18  
The Chip Discharge Chute (9) and  
Adapter (52) direct loose chips away  
from the work area. The unit can be  
set up with a bag or vacuum (both sold  
separately) to gather loose chips from  
the work area. The use if a vacuum to  
aid in chip exhaust is recommended.  
The machine’s discharge chute, with the  
adapter included, will allow you to use a  
1-1/2” hose. If discharge chute becomes  
clogged, turn off power and unplug both  
machines. Use a pencil or dowel to  
dislodge chips. If your vacuum is not on,  
remove hose before starting shaper.  
To assemble the Ring Guard, slide the  
Post (12) into the slot on the Ring Guard  
and secure in place with the Bolt (10).  
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and thread the Radius Pin (6) clockwise  
into the hole shown above.  
Chip Discharge  
Chute (9)  
Adapter (52)  
Ring Guard (11)  
Radius Pin (6)  
Figure 11  
1. To add Adapter, slide it into the  
Discharge Chute.  
Table Top (7)  
Fence Assembly (2)  
Figure 22  
2. Install the Ring Guard.  
Miter gauge  
Miter Bar (1c)  
Miter Knob (1d)  
Chip  
Discharge  
Chute (9)  
Slots to secure  
workpiece  
Miter Scale (1a)  
Adapter (52)  
Figure 20  
2. Use the four Bolts (10) to secure the  
Chute onto the Fence Assembly (2).  
Attache your vacuum to the end of the  
Chute or Adapter.  
Figure 23  
Miter Indicator (1b)  
The Miter Gauge Assembly (1) is an  
adjustable guide that slides along the  
channel in the Table Top (7) to guide the  
workpiece into the blade at a specific  
angle. The unit is adjustable from 0° to  
±60°. The workpiece can be secured to  
the Miter Gauge with pan head screws  
through the two slots in the face of the  
gauge.  
radius Pin  
The Radius Pin (6) is used as a guide  
for freeform work, in place of the Fence  
Assembly (2).  
Other possible location  
Radius Pin (6)  
for Radius Pin  
Figure 21  
Table Top (7)  
1. To set up the Shaper/Router for freeform  
projects, remove the Fence Assembly (2)  
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Remove Switch Key (27b)  
to Lock Shaper/Router  
Miter Gauge  
Assembly (1)  
Slide along channel  
in this direction  
Hold workpiece  
against face of gauge  
Switch Key (27b) in  
Switch (27a)  
Table Top (7) channel  
Figure 24  
Figure 25  
To use the Gauge:  
To lock the Shaper/Router when not in  
use, unplug the Shaper/Router and pull  
out the Switch Key.  
1. Loosen the Miter Knob (1d) counter  
clockwise and rotate the Miter Scale (1a)  
so the Miter Indicator (1b) is pointing  
to the desired degree on the Indicator.  
Tighten in place with the Miter Knob.  
Work Piece and Work area Set up  
1. Designate a work area that is clean and  
well-lit. The work area must not allow  
access by children or pets to prevent  
distraction and injury.  
2. Place the Miter Bar (1c) in the channel  
on the Table Top (7) and hold the work  
piece against the face of the gauge.  
3. Slide the Assembly along the channel to  
make the cut.  
2. Route the power cord along a safe  
route to reach the work area without  
creating a tripping hazard or exposing  
the power cord to possible damage. The  
power cord must reach the work area  
with enough extra length to allow free  
movement while working.  
Switch and key  
The ON/OFF Switch (27a) is located on  
the front of the machine. On is up and  
off is down. The Switch Key (27b) is a  
safety feature and must be in the Switch  
(27a) for the Shaper/Router to function.  
The Switch Key (27b) can be removed  
when the switch is in the off position only.  
Make sure the machine is unplugged  
before removing the Switch Key.  
3. Secure loose work pieces using a vise  
or clamps (not included) to prevent  
movement while working.  
4. There must not be objects, such as utility  
lines, nearby that will present a hazard  
while working.  
5. When working with stock that does  
not receive sufficient support from the  
machine’s table, use a table extension.  
Fence extensions can also be added  
the Fence Assembly (2), attaching them  
through the holes on the Fence faces.  
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Other means of support are roller stands.  
All are available from Harbor Freight  
Tools.  
collars with the cutters to adjust the  
cutting height.  
6. Plug in the machine.  
6. A light coat of clear automotive paste  
wax can be applied on the table top and  
the fence faces whenever necessary.  
This will reduce friction and protect wood  
surfaces.  
7. Insert the Switch Key (27b) into the  
Switch, and turn the Switch on.  
8. Feed the workpiece into the blade from  
right to left.  
Warning! Use a push block to feed  
stock into shapers or bits. Always feed  
workpiece into blade from right to left.  
general Operating instructions  
This Shaper/Router can be used in a  
variety of ways for different functions.  
Following are the basic steps needed for  
using the unit.  
9. When finished cutting, turn the Switch  
Off, remove the Switch Key, and unplug  
the Shaper/Router.  
1. Prepare the workpiece. Make sure your  
workpiece is as close to its final size  
as possible using saws and planers or  
jointers. Do not make too heavy of a cut  
when using the Shaper/Router or poor  
results and dangerous kickback may  
result.  
Shaping and routing Techniques  
Following are some techniques that help  
when shaping or routing. Consult routing  
and shaping books and internet sources  
for more thorough information on various  
techniques.  
1. Make sure the Shaper/Router is  
unplugged and the Switch Key (27b) is  
removed.  
Wood grain  
Since your machine operates at such  
high speeds, with most woods it doesn’t  
matter if you cut with or against the grain.  
With woods such as fir and redwood  
(open grained woods), cutting against  
the grain may give splintered, uneven  
results. When you must cut against the  
grain with such woods, make several  
shallow passes; the final and last pass  
should remove 1/16” material or less.  
2. Install the shaper cutter or router bit  
(both sold separately) along with the  
Table Insert (8). Hand spin the blade to  
make sure it will not come in contact with  
the Table Insert.  
3. Install the guides needed for your  
project. Guides you may need include:  
a. Fence Assembly (2)  
b. Miter Gauge Assembly (1)  
c. Radius Pin (6)  
across the grain  
Splintering of the back edge will occur  
when attempting cross-grain cuts. There  
are two ways to reduce this problem:  
d. Chip Discharge Chute (9)  
4. Install the Ring Guard (11).  
a. Cut the workpiece 1/4” oversize  
(lengthwise) and trim off excess.  
5. Set the depth of cut. This is adjusted in  
several ways. You can move the Fence  
Assembly (2) or adjust the spindle  
b. Clamp a piece of scrap to trailing end.  
height, or when shaping, you can use  
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Straight edge Shaping  
d. Collar - If at least 1/8” of your edge  
can remain uncut, this method can be  
used. As above, cut your workpiece as  
close as possible to the desired shape.  
Rest it against the radius pin and feed  
into cutter until finished edge is against  
collar. Keep your edge at a 90° angle to  
the collar. Hold firmly against the collar  
and slowly feed around the shape until  
you are done.  
Position fence faces so that they are  
parallel to each other and lock them into  
place after installing shaper. Position the  
shaper so that one of the cutting faces  
is 90° from the fence faces. To get an  
idea of the profile of the cut, place the  
workpiece against the infeed fence and  
slide it against the face of the cutter. Set  
fence location and adjust spindle height  
to give the approximate cut profile. Try  
out the setting on a piece of scrap. Shut  
off and unplug router when about 2” of  
test piece is adjacent to the outfeed side  
of fence. Clamp scrap. Loosen the three  
knobs holding the fence and segment.  
Slide both fence faces until they support  
the workpiece entirely. Tighten all of the  
knobs and resume test cut.  
irregular and curved Shaping  
Remove fence assembly and replace  
it with Radius Pin (6) and a collar (sold  
separately). The Collar can either be  
of the bell bearing or solid variety and  
is mounted below or above the shaper  
cutter on the Shaper Spindle (47) in  
order to set the depth of cut. There are  
two methods for shaping irregular and  
curved edges:  
c. Pattern - This way is best when more  
than one piece is being cut in the same  
shape. A template can be cut from 1/4”  
scrap. Allow for collar diameter, contour  
shape and depth of cut. Cut workpiece  
as close as possible to desired final  
shape. Fasten your template to the  
workpiece using glue, brads, screws,  
or clamps. Feed into the cutter until the  
collar contacts the template. Slowly feed  
the workpiece around the template,  
holding the template tight against the  
collar.  
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TiMing BelT rePlaceMenT:  
MainTenance and  
1. Turn off machine, unplug and remove the  
key.  
SerVicing  
Procedures not specifically  
explained in this manual must  
be performed only by a qualified  
technician.  
2. Remove guards and guides. Turn unit  
on it’s side or upside down on a suitable,  
clean work surface.  
TO PreVenT  
SeriOuS injurY  
FrOM accidenTal  
OPeraTiOn:  
Turn the Power Switch of the  
Shaper/router to its “OFF”  
position and unplug the tool from  
its electrical outlet before  
performing any inspection,  
maintenance, or cleaning  
procedures.  
Slide  
Remove  
Screws  
(22)  
Loosen  
Screws  
(22)  
Bottom  
Cover Plate  
(39) off  
TO PreVenT SeriOuS injurY  
FrOM ShaPer/rOuTer  
Failure:  
do not use damaged equipment.  
if abnormal noise or vibration  
occurs, have the problem  
corrected before further use.  
Figure 26  
3. Loosen and remove two of the four  
Screws (22) on the Bottom Cover Plate  
(39) and slide the Plate off of the unit.  
cleaning, Maintenance, and  
lubrication  
1. BeFOre each uSe, inspect the  
general condition of the tool. Check for  
loose hardware, misalignment or binding  
of moving parts, cracked or broken parts,  
damaged electrical wiring, and any  
other condition that may affect its safe  
operation.  
Screw  
(31)  
Belt Guard (33)  
Figure 27  
2. aFTer uSe, wipe external surfaces of  
4. Unthread the Screw (31) holding the Belt  
Guard (33) in place and remove the Belt  
Guard.  
the tool with a clean cloth.  
3.  
Warning! if the supply cord of  
this power tool is damaged, it must be  
replaced only by a qualified service  
technician.  
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Spindle  
Pulley  
(38)  
Bolts  
(35)  
Bolts  
(35)  
Belt (34)  
Motor  
Bracket  
(36)  
Motor  
Pulley  
(3e)  
Figure 28  
5. Remove the old Belt (34) and place a  
new belt on the Pulleys (3e and 38).  
6. If the tension needs adjusting:  
a. Loosen the four hex head Bolts (35) on  
the Motor Bracket (36).  
b. Slide the bracket up or down until the  
sides of the belt are tight.  
c. Tighten the bolts and make sure the belt  
runs straight.  
nOTe: Never over-tension belt as this will  
result in shortened motor bearing life.  
7. Replace the belt guard and turn the  
machine right side up.  
carbon Brush replacement  
Replacement Carbon Brushes (3b)  
are included with this unit. The Carbon  
Brushes should be replaced by a  
qualified technician.  
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Troubleshooting  
Problem  
Tool will not start.  
Possible causes  
1. Cord not connected.  
likely Solutions  
1. Check that cord is plugged in.  
2. No power at outlet.  
2. Check power at outlet. If outlet is unpowered,  
turn off tool and check circuit breaker. If breaker  
is tripped, make sure circuit is right capacity for  
tool and circuit has no other loads.  
3. Internal damage or wear.  
(Carbon brushes or switch, for  
example.)  
3. Have technician service tool.  
Tool operates slowly. Extension cord too long or wire size Eliminate use of extension cord. If an extension  
too small.  
cord is needed, use shorter/heavier gauge cord.  
See Extension Cords in GROUNDING section.  
1. Keep cutting accessories sharp. Replace as  
needed.  
Performance  
decreases over time.  
1. Accessory dull or damaged.  
2. Carbon brushes worn or  
damaged.  
2. Have qualified technician replace brushes.  
Excessive noise or 1. Belt too loose (slipping) or too  
1. Properly tension belt.  
rattling.  
tight (bearing damage).  
2. Internal damage or wear.  
(Carbon brushes or bearings, for 2. Have technician service tool.  
example.)  
Overheating.  
1. Forcing material into blades too 1. Allow machine to work at its own rate.  
fast.  
2. Accessory misaligned.  
2. Check and correct accessory to fence and/or  
table alignment.  
3. Accessory dull or damaged.  
4. Blocked motor housing vents.  
3. Keep cutting accessories sharp. Replace as  
needed.  
4. Wear ANSI-approved safety goggles and NIOSH-  
approved dust mask/respirator while blowing dust  
out of motor using compressed air.  
5. Motor being strained by long or  
small diameter extension cord.  
5. Eliminate use of extension cord. If an extension  
cord is needed, use one with the proper diameter  
for its length and load. See Extension Cords in  
GROUNDING section.  
Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the tool.  
disconnect power supply before service.  
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THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST AND ASSEMBLY  
DIAGRAM IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY. NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER OR  
DISTRIBUTOR MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE  
OR SHE IS qUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT, OR THAT HE OR SHE IS qUALIFIED  
TO REPLACE ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT. IN FACT, THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR  
EXPRESSLY STATES THAT ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD BE UNDERTAKEN BY  
CERTIFIED AND LICENSED TECHNICIANS, AND NOT BY THE BUYER. THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK  
AND LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT  
PARTS THERETO, OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO.  
record Product’s Serial number here:  
note: If product has no serial number, record month and year of purchase instead.  
note: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only, and are not available  
individually as replacement parts.  
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ParTS liST  
Part  
description  
qty  
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
2
1
1
1
4
4
1
1
1
1
6
1
1
1
4
1
1
1
1
1
8
4
4
1
1
Part  
description  
qty  
1
1
1
1
1
3
3
4
5
5
1
1
4
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
Miter Gauge Assembly  
25 Base  
26 Front Cover  
1a Miter Scale  
1b Miter Indicator  
1c Miter Bar  
27 Switch Assembly  
27a Switch  
27b Switch Key  
1d Miter Knob  
2
Fence Assembly  
2a Half Fence  
2b Long Fence  
Motor Assembly  
28 #10-24x3/8 Pan Head Bolt  
29 #10 External Tooth Lock Washer  
30 1/4x1-1/2 Cap Screw  
31 #8-32x1/2 Pan Head Screw  
32 #8 External Tooth Lock Washer  
33 Belt Guard  
34 Belt  
35 1/4 Hex Flange Bolt  
36 Motor Bracket  
37 3/16 Cable Clamp  
38 Spindle Pulley  
39 Bottom Cover Plate  
40 Spindle Housing  
41 Internal Retaining Ring  
42 Ball Bearing 80104  
43 Main Spindle  
44 Ball Bearing80202  
45 External Retaining Ring  
46 Shaper Spindle Nut  
47 1/2”-20 Shaper Spindle  
48 1/2” Keyed Washer  
49 #1/2”-20 Nut M12 x 1.25 EFT  
50 Router Bit Collet  
3
3a Brush Cover  
3b Carbon Brush  
3c Motor  
3d Screw  
3e Motor Pulley  
4
Knob w/Shaft  
Washer  
5
6
7
8
9
Radius Pin  
Table Top  
Table Insert  
Chip Discharge Chute  
10 #10-24 x 1/2 Pan Head Bolt  
11 Ring Guard  
12 Post  
13 1/2" Washer  
14 #4 Screw  
15 Rear Cover  
16 Height Knob  
17 Stud  
18 3/8 Flat Washer  
19 Bushing  
51 Router Collet Nut #3/4 - 10  
52 2-1/2 Male to 1-1/4 Female Adapter  
53 Collar  
20 1/4 Washer  
21 5/16-18x1/2 Socket Set (screw)  
22 1/4-20x1 Hex Cap Screw  
23 Cord Strain Reliever  
24 Power Cord  
54 Spindle Wrench  
55 Double Ended Wrench  
56 Nut (not shown) - Packing nut for  
Height Knob Stud  
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aSSeMBlY diagraM  
9
4
2
25  
27  
3c  
3e  
55  
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liMiTed 1 Year / 90 daY WarranTY  
Harbor Freight Tools Co. makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality  
and durability standards, and warrants to the original purchaser that for a period of ninety  
days from date of purchase that the engine/motor, the belts (if so equipped), and the blades  
(if so equipped) are free of defects in materials and workmanship. Harbor Freight Tools also  
warrants to the original purchaser, for a period of one year from date of purchase, that all other  
parts and components of the product are free from defects in materials and workmanship (90  
days if used by a professional contractor or if used as rental equipment). This warranty does  
not apply to damage due directly or indirectly, to misuse, abuse, negligence or accidents,  
repairs or alterations outside our facilities, normal wear and tear, or to lack of maintenance.  
We shall in no event be liable for death, injuries to persons or property, or for incidental,  
contingent, special or consequential damages arising from the use of our product. Some states  
do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above  
limitation of exclusion may not apply to you. THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF  
ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF  
MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS.  
To take advantage of this warranty, the product or part must be returned to us with  
transportation charges prepaid. Proof of purchase date and an explanation of the complaint  
must accompany the merchandise. If our inspection verifies the defect, we will either repair or  
replace the product at our election or we may elect to refund the purchase price if we cannot  
readily and quickly provide you with a replacement. We will return repaired products at our  
expense, but if we determine there is no defect, or that the defect resulted from causes not  
within the scope of our warranty, then you must bear the cost of returning the product.  
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which  
vary from state to state.  
3491 Mission Oaks Blvd. • PO Box 6009 Camarillo, CA 93011 • (800) 444-3353  
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