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I start
by moving the fence back. It doesn't need to go back far since I will not be removing the
router to change bits. Actually, the very first step is to unplug the router. I did this
and hung the plug on the router shaft lock extension knob.
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I pop out the throat plate to gain better access to the bit and collet. |
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I slide the bent wrench under the bit and find the flat side of the shaft. Then, with my right hand, I press in on the knob and engage the shaft lock. |
I switch bits. The new bit will give me the ogee shape and the groove for the panel along the length of the rails and stiles. I push it all the way to the bottom of the collet. I can feel the spring of the O-rings return it to the right height—I hope. |
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I slip the bent wrench back into position and press in on the shaft lock extension knob and tighten the 2nd bit in position. |
I place the smaller throat plate back in position. |
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I bring the fence back until it is aligned with the pattern bearing. |
I route the sides of all rails and stiles. I did NOT make a trial cut this time. I decided that I wanted to see how well this "matched set" system really worked, so I didn't fit the pieces together until all the components were cut. |
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