Rockler Lift FX Manual

Router Lift FX
Setup Instructions
Congratulations on the purchase of your Rockler Router Lift FX! It makes it quick and easy to precisely
set the cutting height of your router bit from the top of the table. For safe and effective installation and
operation, please read the instructions fully before starting.

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The Router Lift FX accepts the following routers:
Porter-Cable 690/890 series, Bosch 1617 and 1618 and
DeWalt 610, 616 and 618.
Installing the Router
1. Insert the crank handle in the dial on the lift’s top plate.
Turn the crank clockwise to raise the carriage so that it
just contacts the O-rings at top of the carriage shafts.
The carriage should be all the way toward the top plate.
2. Before installing the router motor, set the unit upside
down on blocks of wood so the router’s collet will be
able to extend through the center hole in the top plate.
The motor housing must be able to contact the back of
the center hole on the plate. Fig.1.
3. Open the cam lock clamp to accept the router motor and
slide the motor into the carriage so the top of the motor
housing just makes contact with the back of the center
hole in the top plate. Then back it off about 1/16".
4. Rotate the motor so that the on/off switch and variable
speed controls will be easily accessible to you when
the lift is installed in your router table. Close the cam
lock clamp to secure the motor in the carriage.
Note: If the cam lock clamp is too loose to secure the
router motor properly or is too tight to close fully,
you will need to adjust its tension. Using a 1/2" wrench,
turn the lock nut counterclockwise to loosen the clamp
or clockwise to tighten. A small adjustment is all that is
needed. Test and repeat in small increments until a
correct fit is achieved. Fig. 2.
5. Fit the Router Lift FX in the center opening of your
router table. It is sized to fit the openings of Rockler
and Bench Dog router tables. If you are installing the
Router Lift FX in a custom table application, you will
have to fabricate the correctly sized opening yourself.
Rockler offers a separate template (20956, sold
separately) to make this operation easier and
more accurate.
Note: Your Router Lift FX comes with one insert ring
with a pre-drilled 11⁄2" diameter center hole. Additional
rings are available with different diameter pre-drilled
holes and/or no pre-drilled holes for creating your own
custom center hole diameters.
Using the Router Lift FX
1. Insert the crank handle in the dial on the lift’s top plate
and turn clockwise to raise your router. To lower, turn
the handle counterclockwise. Keep in mind that one
complete revolution equals 1/16" of change. Refer to
the Adjustment Chart to determine the number of
revolutions needed for particular fractional and
decimal adjustments.
Note: Do NOT use a cordless drill to raise and lower
the lift carriage. The resulting friction will cause
premature wear to the threads
2. When you’ve achieved the height desired, remove
the handle and place somewhere off the work surface
for safety.
Fig. 2
Fig. 1

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Re-adjusting the Thread Tensioning
The Router Lift FX features our patented thread-tensioning
design, which holds the router in position when you set
the cutting height. Thread tension is set at the factory, and
depending on the amount of use, you may have to reset
this adjustment periodically. If the bit height ever begins to
drop during use, the thread tensioning probably needs to
be reset.
1. Turn the Lift upside down, with the threaded height
adjustment rod facing you.
2. With a 7/16" open-end wrench, loosen the 1/4"-20 hex
nut on the right side of the brass post next to the
threaded rod. Then use a hex wrench to back out the
set screw that threads through the nut until the brass
tensioning collar can be turned. Fig. 3.
3. Rotate the brass tensioning collar (with vertical grooves)
so it tightens against the rubber washer. Fig. 4.
Note: A drop of oil on the rubber washer eases the
rotation of the brass collar.
4. Tighten the brass collar, making certain that the set
screw seats in one of the vertical grooves.
5. Tighten the 1/4"-20 nut with the 7/16" wrench. The
adjustment is complete.
Check Rockler.com for updates. If you have further questions, please
contact our Technical Support Department at 1-800-260-9663
or [e-mail]
Fraction Decimal Number of
Revolutions
1/64" 0.016" 1/4
1/32" 0.031" 1/2
1/16" 0.062" 1
1/8" 0.125" 2
1/4" 0.25" 4
1/2" 0.5" 8
Fig. 4
Fig. 3
Adjustment Chart

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Important Safety Instructions
1. This tool is designed for specific applications as defined in
the instructions and should not be modified and/or used for
any other applications.
2. Before using the Rockler Dust Right Lathe Dust Collection
System read, understand and follow all instructions and
safety information provided.
3. For any tool that is used in conjunction with this product
always read, understand and follow the instructions and
safety warnings for that tool
4. Before using this product, review and verify that all tools
used with it are in proper working order as defined by the
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6. Do not use this product until you have read the provided
instructions and warnings and are confident you
understand them.
7. Always wear safety glasses in compliance with ANSI safety
standards and hearing protection and follow all standard
shop safety practices including:
A. Keep your work area well lit and clean.
B. Use dust collection tools and dust face masks to reduce
exposure to dust.
C. Keep children and bystanders away while operating
your tools.
D. Maintain proper footing at all times and do
not overreach.
E. Do not force the tool.
F. Unplug all power tools before making any adjustments
or changing accessories.
8. Remain alert and use good judgment when using this tool.
Do not use this tool if you are in any way impaired by
medications, alcohol, drugs or fatigue.
9. Dress appropriately and remove all jewelry, secure loose
clothing and tie up long hair before using this tool.
10. It is the sole responsibility of the purchaser of this tool to
ensure that any third party reads and agrees to all the
safety precautions outlined in this manual prior to
using the tool.
11. Maintain these instructions and warnings as long as
you own the tool. Keep in a place where they will be
readily available for reference.
12. The user assumes all risk for the proper use of this tool
and for ensuring product suitability for intended application.
13. These warnings and instructions do not represent the total
of all information available regarding tool safety, use and
technique. Always seek out opportunities to learn more
and improve your skills and knowledge.
14. Before turning on the lathe, verify that all of the Lathe Dust
Collection System components are installed properly and
are securely tightened.
15. With the lathe off, hand-spin your workpiece to ensure that
it will not come into contact with any part of the Lathe Dust
Collection System.
16. While sanding, the lathe tool rest must be removed.
17. While sanding, keep the Dust Scoop in the sanding
position (Dust Scoop is tilted vertically – i.e., not
surrounding the workpiece but behind it) to prevent
finger entrapment.
18. Always use sharp tools and practice proper
woodturning technique.
19. Use the appropriate lathe speed for the work being done,
as defined by your lathe manufacturer.
20. Be aware that, with your dust collection unit on, sand
paper or rags may be drawn toward the Dust Scoop.
Maintain awareness and use a secure grip.
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