TREND CR/KWJ900 User manual

CR/KWJ900
Please read these instructions before use.

CR/KWJ900
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The following symbols are used throughout this
manual:
Denotes risk of personal injury, loss of
life or damage to the tool in case of non-
observance of the instructions in this
manual.
Refer to the instruction manual of
your power tool.
This unit must not be put into service until it has
been established that the power tool to be
connected to this unit is in compliance with
2006/42/EC (identified by the CE marking on the
power tool).
TECHNICAL DATA
Jig thickness 12mm
Cutter size 12.7mm
Workpiece thickness max. 45mm
Worktop width min. 400mm
max. 900mm
Guide bush size 30mm
Weight 5.5kg
INTENDED USE
This jig is intended for use with a plunge router
with suitable guide bush and router cutter fitted
to rout a kitchen joint in laminated covered
particle board.
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If you require further safety advice,
technical information or spare parts,
please call Trend Technical Support
or visit www.trend-uk.com
Dear Customer
Thank you for purchasing this Trend product, we
hope you enjoy many years of creative and
productive use.
Please remember to return your guarantee card
within 28 days of purchase.
CONTENTS
TECHNICAL DATA _____________________1
SAFETY ____________________________2-3
ITEMS ENCLOSED __________________4
DESCRIPTION OF PARTS_______________5
ACCESSORIES
– Recommended Cutters ________________6
– Sub-base Set ________________________6
– 30mm Guide Bush ____________________6
– Panel Butt Connectors Bolts ____________7
– Biscuit Jointer for the Router ____________7
– Flat Biscuit Dowels____________________7
– Clamp______________________________7
ASSEMBLY
– Location Bush Identification _____________8
– Margin Distance ______________________8
– Setting out the Joints __________________8
OPERATION
– Setting the Length Stop _______________ 9
– Female Joint_________________________9
– Male Joint__________________________10
– Out-of-Square Joints _________________10
– Cutting the Bolt Recesses _____________11
– Strengthening the Joint _______________11
– Sealing the Joint ____________________12
– Radius Corner ______________________12
– 22.5° Hob Mitre Joint _________________13
– Curved Peninsular ___________________13
– 45° Angle End Cut ___________________14
MAINTENANCE ______________________15
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ________15
SPARE PARTS
– Spare Parts List _____________________16
– Spare Parts Diagram _________________16
TROUBLESHOOTING _________________IB

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SAFETY
WARNING:
Observe the safety regulations in the
instruction manual of the power tool to be
used. Please read the following
instructions carefully. Failure to do so
could lead to serious injury. When using
electric tools, basic safety precautions,
including the following should always be
followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric
shock and personal injury. Also observe
any applicable additional safety rules.
Read the following safety instructions
before attempting to operate this product.
PLEASE KEEP THESE
INSTRUCTIONS IN A SAFE PLACE.
The attention of UK users is drawn to The
Provision and Use of Work Equipment
Regulations 1998, and any subsequent
amendments.
Users should also read the HSE/HSC
Safe Use of Woodworking Machinery
Approved Code of Practice and Guidance
Document and any amendments.
Users must be competent with
woodworking equipment before using our
products.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Residual Risk. Although the safety
instructions and operating manuals for
our tools contain extensive instructions on
safe working with power tools, every
power tool involves a certain residual risk
which cannot be completely excluded by
safety mechanisms. Power tools must
therefore always be operated with
caution!
General
1. Disconnect power tool and attachment
from power supply when not in use,
before servicing, when making
adjustments and when changing
accessories such as cutters. Ensure
switch is in “off” position. Always
ensure cutter has stopped rotating.
2. Always mount the power tool,
accessory or attachment in conformity
with the instructions. Only use
attachment and accessories specified
in the power tool manual. The tool or
attachment should not be modified or
used for any application other than
that for which it was designed. Do not
force tool.
3. Keep children and visitors away. Do
not let children or visitors touch the
tool, accessory or attachment. Keep
children and visitors away from work
area. Make the workshop child proof
with padlock and master switch.
4. Dress properly. Do not wear loose
clothing or jewellry, they can be
caught in moving parts. Rubber gloves
and non-skid footwear is
recommended when working
outdoors. Wear protective hair
covering to contain long hair.
5. Consider working environment. Do not
use the product in the rain or in a
damp environment. Keep work area
well lit. Do not use power tools near
gasoline or flammable liquids. Keep
workshop at a comfortable
temperature so your hands are not
cold. Connect machines that are used
in the open via a residual current
device (RCD) with an actuation
current of 30 mA maximum. Use only
extension cables that are approved for
outdoor use.
6. The accessory or attachment must be
kept level and stable at all times.
7. Keep work area clean. Cluttered
workshops and benches can cause
injuries. Ensure there is sufficient
room to work safely.
8. Secure idle tools. When not in use,
tools should be stored in a dry and
high or locked up place, out of reach
of children.
9. For best control and safety use both
hands on the power tool and
attachment. Keep both hands away
from cutting area. Always wait for the
spindle and cutter to stop rotating
before making any adjustments.
10. Always keep guards in place and in
good working order.
11. Remove any nails, staples and other
metal parts from the workpiece.
12. Maintain tools and cutters with care.
Keep cutters sharp and clean for
better and safer performance. Do not
use damaged cutters. Follow
instructions for lubricating and
changing accessories. Keep handles
dry, clean and free from oil and
grease.
13. Maintain accessories. Do not use
damaged accessories. Only use
accessories recommended by the
manufacturer.
14. Check damaged parts. Before
operation inspect the attachment, the
power tool, the cable, extension cable
and the plug carefully for signs of
damage. Check for alignment of
moving parts, binding, breakage,
mounting and any other conditions
that may effect its operation. Have any
damage repaired by an Authorised
Service Agent before using the tool or
accessory. Protect tools from impact
and shock.
15. Do not use tool if switch does not turn
it on or off. Have defective switches
replaced by an Authorised Service
Agent
16. Don't over reach. Keep proper footing
and balance at all times. Do not use
awkward or uncomfortable hand
positions.
17. Don’t abuse the cable. Never carry
power tool or accessory by cord or
pull it to disconnect from the socket.
Keep cord from heat, oil and sharp
edges. Always trail the power cord
away from the work area.
18. Connect dust extraction equipment.
If devices are provided for the
connection of dust extraction and
collection facilities, ensure these are
connected and properly used.
19. Check all fixing and fastening nuts,
bolts and screws on power tool,
attachment and cutting tools before
use to ensure they are tight and
secure. Periodically check when
machining over long periods.
20. Stay alert. Watch what you are doing.
Use common sense. Do not operate
tools when you are tired, under the
influence of drugs or alcohol.
21. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
for eye, ear and respiratory protection
must be worn. All PPE must meet
current UK and EU legislation.
22. Do not leave tools running
unattended. Do not leave tool until it
comes to a complete stop.
23. Always clamp workpiece being
machined securely.
24. Only use cutting tools for
woodworking that meet EN847-1/2
safety standards, and any
subsequent amendments.
25. Vibration levels. Hand held power
tools produce different vibration
levels. You should always refer to the
specifications and relevant Health &
Safety Guide.
Routing Safety
1. Read and understand instructions
supplied with power tool, attachment
and cutter.
2. Keep hands, hair and clothing clear of
the cutter.
3. Remove adjusting keys and
spanners. Check to see that keys and
adjusting spanners are removed from
the router tool, cutter and attachment
before turning router on. Make sure
cutter can rotate freely.
4. Noise. Take appropriate measures for
the protection of hearing if the sound
pressure of 85dB(A) is exceeded.
Routing sound pressure may exceed
85dB(A), so ear protection must be
worn.
5. Eye protection. Always wear eye
protection in the form of safety
goggles, spectacles or visors to
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6. Respiratory protection. Wear a face or
dust mask, or powered respirator.
Dust masks/filters should be changed
regularly.
7. Do not switch router on with the cutter
touching the workpiece. At the end of
the cut, release the router plunge and
allow spindle to stop rotating. Never
use the spindle lock as a brake
8. The direction of routing must always
be opposite to the cutter's direction of
rotation. Do not back-cut or climb-cut.
9. Check before cutting that there are no
obstructions in the path of the router.
Ensure there are no obstacles
beneath workpiece when cutting full
thickness, and that a sacrificial work
surface is used.
Router Cutter Safety
1. Cutting tools are sharp. Care should
be taken when handling them. Do not
drop cutters or knock them against
hard objects. Handle very small
diameter cutters with extra care.
Always return cutter to its packaging
after use.
2. Always use cutters with a shank
diameter corresponding to the size of
the collet installed in your tool.
3. The maximum speed (n.max) marked
on the tool, or in instructions or on
packaging shall not be exceeded.
Where stated the speed range shall
be adhered to. Recommended speeds
are shown in the Trend Routing
Catalogue and/or website.
4. Always use router cutters in a router.
Drill and boring bits must not be used
in a router. Router cutters must only
be used for the material cutting
application for which they are
designed. Do not use on metal or
masonry.
5. Never use cutters with a diameter
exceeding the maximum diameter
indicated in the technical data of the
powertool or attachment used.
6. Before each use check that the cutting
tool is sharp and free from damage.
Do not use the cutting tool if it is dull,
broken or cracked or if in any other
damage is noticeable or suspected.
7. Cutters should be kept clean. Resin
build up should be removed at regular
intervals with Resin Cleaner®. The
use of a PTFE dry lubricant will
reduce resin build up. Do not use
PTFE spray on plastic parts.
8. When using stacked tooling (multi-
blade, block and groover etc.) on a
spindle arbor, ensure that the cutting
edges are staggered to each other to
reduce the cutting impact.
9. Cutter shanks should be inserted into
the collet all the way to the line
indicated on the shank. This ensures
that at least
3
⁄ 4 of the shank length is
held in the collet. Ensure clamping
surfaces are cleaned to remove dirt,
grease, oil and water.
10. Observe the correct assembly and
fitting instructions in the router
instruction manual for fitting the collet,
nut and cutter.
11.Tool and tool bodies shall be clamped
in such a way that they will not
become loose during operation. Care
shall be taken when mounting cutting
tools to ensure that the clamping is by
the shank of the cutting tool and that
the cutting edges are not in contact
with each other or with the clamping
elements.
12. It is advisable to periodically check
the collet and collet nut. A damaged,
worn or distorted collet and nut can
cause vibration and shank damage.
Do not over-tighten the collet nut
13. Do not take deep cuts in one pass;
take several shallow or light passes to
reduce the side load applied to the
cutter and router. Too deep a cut in
one pass can stall the router.
15. In case of excessive vibrations whilst
using the router stop immediately and
have the eccentricity of the router,
router cutter and clamping system
checked by competent personnel
15. All fastening screws and nuts should
be tightened using the appropriate
spanner or key and to the torque
value provided by the manufacturer.
16. Extension of the spanner or
tightening using hammer blows shall
not be permitted.
17.Clamping screws shall be tightened
according to instructions provided by
the manufacture. Where instructions
are not provided, clamping screws
shall be tightened in sequence from
the centre outwards.
Using Routers In A Fixed Position
1. Attention should be made to the
HSE’s Safe Use of Vertical Spindle
Moulding Machines Information Sheet
No.18 and any revisions.
2. After work, release the router plunge
to protect the cutter.
3. Always use a push-stick or push-block
when making any cut less than
300mm in length or when feeding the
last 300mm of the cut.
4. The opening around the cutter should
be reduced to a minimum using
suitably sized insert rings in the table
and closing the back fence cheeks or
fitting a false fence on the back fence.
5. Whenever possible use a work
holding device or jig to secure
component being machined. Ensure
any attachment is securely fitted to the
workbench, with table surface at
approximately hip height.
6. Use a No-Volt Release Switch. Ensure
it is fixed securely, easily accessible
and used correctly.
7. In router table (inverted) mode, stand
to the front right of the table. The
cutter will rotate anti-clockwise when
viewed from top so the feed direction
is from the right (against the rotation of
the cutter). In overhead mode, stand
to the front left of the machine table
and the feed direction is from the left.
8. Do not reach underneath table or put
your hands or fingers at any time in
the cutting path while tool is connected
to a power supply.
9. Never thickness timber between the
back of the cutter and the backfence.
Useful Advice When Routing
1. Judge your feed rate by the sound of
the motor. Feed the router at a
constant feed rate. Too slow a feed
rate will result in burning.
2. Trial cuts should be made on waste
material before starting any project.
3. When using some attachments e.g. a
router table or dovetail jig, a fine
height adjuster is recommended.
4. When using a template guide bush,
ensure there is sufficient clearance
between cutter tip and inside edge of
bush and that it cannot come into
contact with collet and nut. Ensure
cutter and guide bush are concentric.
Router Cutter Repair/Maintenance
1. Repair of tools is only allowed in
accordance with the manufacturers
instructions.
3. The design of composite (tipped) tools
shall not be changed in process of
repair. Composite tools shall be
repaired by a competent person i.e. a
person of training and experience, who
has knowledge of the design
requirements and understands the
levels of safety to be achieved.
4. Repair shall therefore include, e.g. the
use of spare parts which are in
accordance with the specification of
the original parts provided by the
manufacturer.
5. Tolerances which ensure correct
clamping shall be maintained.
6. Care shall be taken that regrinding of
the cutting edge will not cause
weakening of the body and the
connection of the cutting edge to the
body.
Version 7.1 06/2006

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ITEMS ENCLOSED
x1
x1x1x3
M
F
M
FH
B
C R / KWJ 900
900mm CRAFT PRO WO RKTOP JIG
TrendMachinery & Cutting Tools Ltd.
Tel:_____________
Email:______
Web:____________
0044(0)1923249911
[email protected]
www.trend-uk.com
P
A
R
30mm
12.7mm
Use with 100mm
Throat Gripper
Clamps.
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700 900
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CR/KWJ900
Please read theseinstructions before use.
CR/KWJ900
ITEMS REQUIRED
■1/2” plunge router.
■30mm guide bush.
■12.7mm diameter x 50mm
cut router cutter with 1/2” shank.
■2 x trestles.
■2 x clamps.
■Hand tools.
■Panel bolt connectors.
■Wooden biscuits
size No.20.
■Sealant.

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DESCRIPTION OF PARTS
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10
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CR / KWJ 900
900mm CRAFT PRO WOR KTOP JIG
Trend Machinery & Cutting ToolsLtd.
Tel:_____________
Email:______
Web:____________
0044(0)1923249911
[email protected]
www.trend-uk.com
P
A
R
30mm
12.7mm
Usewith 100mm
ThroatGripper
Clamps.
Jig body
Label
Postform joint slot
Female joint bush location hole
Male joint bush location hole
Bolt recess bush location hole
Connecting bolt recess slot
Alloy location bush
Location hole code
Radius corner slot
Radius corner bush location hole
22.5° Mitre (Hob) joint bush location hole
Curved peninsular slot
Curved peninsular bush location hole
45° Angle end cut bush location hole
Length stop location hole
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
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UNIBASE
Recommended Cutters
Ref. 3/83X1/2TC, 3/83DX1/2TC, TR17X1/2TC,
TR17DX1/2TC, C153X1/2TC, C153DX1/2TC or
RT/11X1/2TC
A 12.7mm (1/2”) diameter cutter must be used,
which has a 50mm cutting reach and plunge cut
facility.
Router must be plunged in stages of maximum
8mm in one pass.
Sub-base Set
Ref. UNIBASE
To obtain a perfect accurate close fitting joint, a
30mm guide bush must be used. The guide
bush must always be fitted concentric with the
cutter. This can be achieved using a Trend
Universal Sub-base and 30mm outside diameter
guide bush ref. GB30.
The Universal Sub-base has a central recess to
allow fitting of the guide bush to most makes of
routers and is available ready to fit the most
popular makes.
The Sub-base contains screws, a line up bush
and two line up pins. The line up pins and bush
ensure exact alignment of Sub-base with router
spindle, when fitted with the relevant collet.
ACCESSORIES
Fits following Router Models
Atlas Copco OFSE2000 Bosch GOF 1300ACE, 1600A,
1700ACE Casals FT2000VCE DeWalt DW625EK, 629
Draper R1900V Elu MOF 31, 77, 98, 131, 177(E)
Felisatti TP246(E), R346EC Festo OF2000E Freud
FT2000E Hitachi MI12V, M12SA, TR12 Makita 3612BR,
3612(C) Metabo OF1612, OFE1812 Performance Pro
CLM1250R >11/2003, CLM2050R Ryobi RE600N, R600N,
RE601, R500, R502 Skil 1875U1 T-TECH TT/R127
Wadkin R500
General instructions for fitting
Sub-bases to Router
1. Fit line up guide bush onto sub-base, with
screws supplied.
2. Fit 12.7mm (1/2”) shank line up pin into collet
of router. Plunge router until pin projects
through base and lock plunge.
3. Locate guide bush and sub-base assembly
over protruding pin.
4. Line up fixing holes and fit screws.
5. Now tighten up screws.
6. Remove line up bush and line up pin.
Alignment should now be correct. Fit 30mm
guide bush and cutter.
7. Periodically check the sub-base is concentric
to the spindle of the router.
30mm Guide Bush
Ref. GB30
Please use only Trend original accessories.
Description Order Ref.
RT/11 Spare blades RB/A (1 off)
RB/A/10 (10 off)

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100mm (4”) min.
throat depth
Panel Butt Connector Bolts
Ref. PC/10/M (Pack of ten)
Panel butt connectors are essential for
connecting worktops. They fit into the recess on
the underside of the worktop and are tightened
with a 10mm spanner.
Biscuit Jointer for the Router
Ref. 342X1/2TC, TR35X1/2TC, C152X1/4TC
Worktops with inadequate support below them
need additional stability by biscuit jointing the
edges. The biscuit jointing set for the router
together with the No.20 biscuits will ensure
worktops do not sag or warp in time.
Whenever fast action clamps are used,
ensure they do not foul the router path and
that they are securely tightened.
Clamp
Ref. FC/200
Two heavy duty quick action or gripper clamps
with throats of at least 100mm (4”) are required
to secure the jig to the worktop.
Carry Case
Ref. CASE/1001
Hard wearing carry case for protection. Allows
easier transportation of the jig.
Two heavy duty quick action or gripper
clamps with throats of at least 100mm (4”)
are required to secure the jig to the worktop.
Flat Biscuit Dowels
Ref. BSC/20/100 (Pack of 100 biscuits)
Ref. BSC/20/1000 (Pack of 1000 biscuits)
Biscuits are used to strengthen the joint. When
used with PVA glue they expand ensuring a tight
joint.
No.20

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ASSEMBLY
Location Bush Identification
Three location bushes are used in different holes
in the jig to align the correct template aperture
for the application.
The holes are coded for easy identification with
dots as follows:
F – Female Joint
M – Male Joint
H – Hob Mitre Joint
B – Connector Bolt Recess
A– 45° Angle End
P– Curved Peninsular
R– Radius Corner
Setting out the Joints
When cutting a joint ensure location bushes
contact the postformed edge of the worktop. For
certain joints the worktop will need to be inverted
so that all cuts are made into the postformed
edge, never out through it. When routing worktop
the balancing paper on the underside may feather
edge – this feather edge should be removed with
abrasive paper.
Location bushes are held in position by ‘O’ rings.
Insert the smallest end of the bush into the hole
by lightly pushing and turning at the same time.
If the bushes are tight use a lubricant on the ‘O’
ring. Ensure bushes are fully home before use.
When using jig ensure location bushes do not
foul workbench.
In order to prevent breakout of the
laminate, rotation of the cutter and
feed direction must always be into the
postform edge of the worktop.
Margin Distance
Allow 8.5mm when cutting joints. Measure or
use a batten of this
thickness to aid
setting out.
Cutter
Sub base
Guide bush
30mmØ
Location
bush
Worktop
Template
8.5mm
28mm
Plan view
of joints
Right hand joint
Male
Female
Male
Female
Cut male with laminate down
Cut female with laminate up
Postform edge
The joint takes up 28mm, this should
be allowed for with extra material in the
length of the male worktop.
Male
Female Postform edge
PENINSULAR
Postform edge
Postform edge
Male
Female
Left hand joint Cut male with laminate up
Cut female with laminate down
O ring
Location
bush
Ensure worktop is held securely to
trestles. Ensure jig is clamped
securely to worktop and placed at a
comfortable working height.

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CR / K WJ 900
900mm CRAFT PRO WORKTOP J IG
TrendMachinery& Cutting Tools Ltd.
Tel:_____________
Email:______
Web:____________
0044(0)1923249911
[email protected]
www.trend-uk.com
P
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30mm
12.7mm
Usewith 100mm
ThroatGripper
Clamps.
Location bushes in
female hole
Postform
edge
Length stop bush
Quick action
clamp here Router feed
direction
Setting the Length Stop
Routing the Female Part of the Joint
OPERATION
Setting the Length Stop for the
Female Cut
Carry out the setting operation first:
■With the label side uppermost fit the length
stop bush in one of the two holes
depending on the width of the worktop. If
worktop is not 400mm, 500mm, 600mm,
616mm, 650mm, 700mm or 900mm a
packing piece, or a new hole to correct
position will suffice.
Female Joint
■Fit two location bushes in female holes (F)
as shown. (The label must be uppermost)
Leave the length stop bush in position.
■Place the template onto the worktop to be
cut, ensuring the location bushes are
touching the worktop. Now cramp securely
in position using two quick action clamps
(with minimum of 100mm throat) ensuring
they will not foul the router path.
■Set cutter depth.
■Plunge router and cut joint in a series of
passes, feeding left to right.
When cutting a joint, hold the
router guide bush hard against the
template and cut from left to right.
It is recommended that the depth
stops of the router are used to set
the depths of cut. Several shallow
passes of the router should be
made and it is not necessary to
lean heavily on the router or the
jig. Allow the weight of the router
to rest on the part of the template
which is resting on the worktop.
Ensure router remains parallel and
upright at all times.
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CR / K WJ 900
900mm CRAFT PRO WORKTOP J IG
TrendMachinery& Cutting Tools Ltd.
Tel:_____________
Email:______
Web:____________
0044(0)1923249911
[email protected]
www.trend-uk.com
P
A
R
30mm
12.7mm
Usewith 100mm
ThroatGripper
Clamps.
M
F
M
FH
B
C R / KWJ 900
900mm CRAFT PRO WO RKTOP JIG
TrendMachinery & Cutting Tools Ltd.
Tel:_____________
Email:______
Web:____________
0044(0)1923249911
[email protected]
www.trend-uk.com
P
A
R
30mm
12.7mm
Use with 100mm
Throat Gripper
Clamps.
650600500400
616
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RRP
F
F
A
B
Ensure working position is
comfortable. Keep proper footing at
all times.

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Cutting Male joint on Out-of-
Square Joints
Shown exaggerated
Quick action
clamp here
Direction of
router travel Male joint on
cut line
Male Joint
Depending on accessibility lay female worktop
into position on units. Lay male worktop on top
and support other end. Using a pencil draw
round the female cut onto the male. If
inaccessible lay female onto male. Depending
on a right or left hand joint, the pencil line may
need to be transferred on to the other side. Due
to the difference between the cutter and the
guide bush diameters, the cutter path (or cut
line) will be 8.5mm over from the edge of the
template, therefore either measure 8.5mm or
use a packing piece of this size to offset the
template by this amount to ensure the cutter cuts
along the pencil line.
The postformed edge of the worktop must
always be in contact with the location bushes,
this means that to cut a male right hand joint, the
worktop must be inverted. Remembering to cut
into the postformed edge.
■Insert two location bushes into male holes (M)
as shown, label facing down.
■Place template across the width of the
worktop and clamp securely to worktop.
■Set cutter depth. Plunge router and cut the
male joint before finally cutting the work-top to
length. A series of passes should be made
feeding from left to right.
Routing the Male Part of the Joint
Quick action
clamp here
Direction of
router travel
Location
bushes
in male
hole
Out-of-square Joints (max. 3°)*
It may not be possible to position all joints at
90°, in this case it is the male part of the joint
that has to be adjusted.
The length stop has a mitred end which is used
to set up for an out-of-square joint up to 3°.
To mark out an out-of-square joint, first lay the
female worktop on the cupboard carcass in its
correct position. Next lay the male section of the
worktop on the carcass and on top of the female
section of the worktop. Support the other end of
the male worktop. Using a pencil and from
underneath the worktop mark around the female
joint onto the male section of the worktop, if
access is difficult lay the female worktop onto the
male worktop, support other end and mark with
pencil from above. This drawn line is the male
joint cut line.
Postform edge
*Please Note:
Out-of-square joints are possible, but the
finished joint will not be as good as a 90° joint.

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Routing the Bolt Recess in the
Male Part of the joint
Location bushes in bolt
recess hole
Direction of
router travel
Quick action
clamp here
Underside of worktop
Postform edge
Worktop Recess
Thickness Depth
30 22mm
40 28mm
Best results are achieved when the
centre line of the bolt corresponds
to the centre line of the worktop.
Clamp jig securely to worktop.
Routing the Bolt Recess in the
Female Part of the joint
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F
A
A
A
P
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H
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M
M
H
B
BB
M
F
M
FH
B
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30mm
12.7mm
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ThroatGripp er
Clamps.
Location bushes in bolt
recess hole Direction of
router travel
150mm
Underside of worktop
Quick action
clamp here
Cutting the Bolt Recesses
When the joint has been tested, proceed as
follows to cut the recess for panel butt
connectors on the underside of the worktop.
The same cutter and guide bush are retained
and used with the integral bolt recess slots in the
jig to produce the recesses for the panel butt
connectors. The bolt recess position can be
gauged approximately 150mm from the edge of
the postform edge, or where access is possible
with kitchen units. Mark with pencil both
positions on the underside of the worktop.
Insert the location bushes into the bolt recess
holes (B) as shown.
■The template may need to be inverted when
cutting some bolt recesses.
■Securely clamp jig to worktop.
■The bolt recesses should be approximately
20mm deep although this will depend upon
the thickness of worktop.
■Once one bolt recess is cut move jig over to
the remaining pencil lines and repeat.
■Repeat the procedure for the male joint.
After use store jig carefully.
Strengthening the Joint
If the joint between the worktops is not
supported underneath, after some time the joint
may ‘sag’ and become misaligned; to reduce this
the joint should be reinforced with a loose
tongue or biscuit dowels. The biscuit jointing
cutter set Ref. 342, TR35 or C152 can be used
with a portable router. The size of biscuit used
should be No. 20.
Ref. BSC/20/100 (100 biscuits)
Ref. BSC/20/1000 (1000 biscuits)
A 650mm worktop should have at least 5 biscuits.
Underside View

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Radius Corner
Special Note: Due to the nature of this
particular edge laminate, the radius corner
will be more awkward to laminate.
Insert the three location bushes in radius
holes (R) as shown opposite. Locate the
template on the worktop as illustrated
ensuring the location bushes are touching the
worktop edge. Clamp into position with quick
action clamps.
When cutting the radius hold the router guide
bush against the template radius. Feed left to
right.
It is recommended that the
router depth stops are
used and three or four
cuts are taken.
Cut with laminate
down
Cut with laminate
up
Routing the Radius Corner
Quick action
clamp here
Postform edge
Location bushes in
radius holes
Direction of
router travel
Sealing the Joint
The cut edges of the joint should be coated with
a water-resistant adhesive, or sealant before
assembly, to prevent moisture seeping into the
core of the worktops, which would swell, and
disfigure the worktop.
Use a fine grit abrasive paper to clean up the
torn wood chips of both mating surfaces. Lightly
run the abrasive paper along the edges to de-nib
the cut chipboard edge. This will ensure a tidy
joint is achieved.
No.20
PVA
SEALANT
Waterproof
Biscuit

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700 900
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RRP
F
F
A
A
A
P
P
H
F
M
M
H
B
B
B
M
F
M
FH
B
CR/KWJ900
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R
30mm
12.7mm
Usewi th 100mm
ThroatGr ipper
Clamps.
Routing the Hob Mitre Joint
Cut with
laminate
down
Cut with
laminate up
Cut with
laminate
down Cut with
laminate up
Postform edge
Postform edge
Postform edge
Quick action
clamp here
Postform edge
Direction of
router travel
Location bushes in
hob holes
Plan View of
Corner Joint
Cuts
22.5° Hob Mitre Joint
■For the left hand part of the 22.5° hob mitre joint
fit bushes into holes marked hob (H). The label is
uppermost.
■Clamp jig using quick action clamps or accessory
clamps.
■When cutting keep guide bush against edge of
template. Feed left to right into the postform
edge.
■For opposing joint keep bushes in the same side.
■Repeat above operations for remainder of joint.
Curved Peninsular
Insert the three location bushes in peninsular
holes (P) as show.
Locate the template on the worktop as illustrated
ensuring that location bushes are touching the
worktop edge. Clamp into position with quick
action clamps.
When cutting the curved peninsular, hold the
router guide bush against the edge of the
template. Cut from left to right.
It is recommended that depth stops are used
and at least three or four cuts taken.
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RRP
F
F
A
A
A
P
P
H
F
M
M
H
BBB
M
F
M
FH
B
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P
A
R
30mm
12.7mm
Usew ith 100mm
Throat Gripper
Clamps.
Quick action
clamp here
Postform edge
Location bushes peninsular holes
Direction of
router travel
Cut with laminate down Cut with laminate up
Postform edge
Postform edge Postform edge
Postform edge
Peninsular
Peninsular
End Cuts
Routing the Curved Peninsular
In order to prevent break out of the
laminate, rotation of the cutter and
feed direction of the router must
always be into the postform edge of
worktop.

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45° Angle End Cut
Insert the three location bushes into Angle
holes (A) as shown.
Locate the template on the worktop as
illustrated ensuring that bushes are touching
the worktop edge. Clamp using two quick
action clamps.
It is recommended that depth stops are used
and three or four cuts taken. Cut from left to
right. Label must be facing down.
Routing the 45° Angle End Cut
Quick action
clamp here
Postform
edge
Location bushes in
angle holes
Direction of
router travel
Cut with
laminate
down
Cut with
laminate
up
Postform edge
Postform edge
Postform edge
Postform edge
Peninsular
Peninsular End Cuts
In order to prevent break out of
the laminate, rotation of the
cutter and feed direction of the
router must always be into the
postform edge of worktop.

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MAINTENANCE
The jig has been designed to operate over a
long period of time with a minimum of
maintenance. Continual satisfactory operation
depends upon proper tool care and regular
cleaning.
Cleaning
■Regularly clean the jig with a soft cloth.
Lubrication
■Your jig requires no additional lubrication.
Storage
■After use store jig in its packaging or it can be
hung on a wall hook.
■An accessory carry case is available Ref.
CASE/1001.
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
Recycle raw materials instead of disposing as
waste.
Packaging should be sorted for environmental-
friendly recycling.
The product and its accessories at the end of their
life should be sorted for environmental friendly
recycling.
GUARANTEE
The jig carries a manufacturers guarantee in
accordance with the conditions on the enclosed
guarantee card.

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CR/KWJ900 - SPARE PARTS LIST v1.0 09/2011
No. Qty. Desc. Ref.
1 1 Craft Pro 900mm Worktop Jig CR/KWJ900
2 3 Alloy Bush 20mm dia. BUSH/600
3 0 Combi Jig ‘O’ Ring Set for Bushes (pack of 5) CJ/ORS
4 1 Manual MANU/CR/K900
CR/KWJ900 - SPARE PARTS DIAGRAM
1
234
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700 900
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RRP
F
F
A
A
A
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P
H
F
M
M
H
BBB
M
F
M
FH
B
C R/ KWJ 9 00
900mm CRAFT PRO WO RKTOP JIG
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P
A
R
30mm
12.7mm
Use with 100mm
Throat Gripper
Clamps.
CR/KWJ900
Pleaseread these instructions before use.
v1.0 09/2011
Please use only Trend original spare parts.

CR/KWJ900
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Fault Cause Remedy
■Joint does not fit correctly Cutter or guide bush is the Check concentricity of cutter
at the radius. incorrect diameter or location with guide bush. Cutter 12.7mm
bushes are not against diameter with 30mm diameter
worktop edge. guide bush. Ensure location
bushes touch worktop.
■The back edge of the joint Either the length stop or Check position of length stop
does not line up. template was in the incorrect and re-cut joints.
position, or the worktop has
not pushed up against the
length stop when the joint
was cut.
■When clamped together the The guide bush has drifted away Check with a straight edge
joint has irregular gaps. from the edge of the template which part of the joint is uneven
whilst cutting either part of the and re-cut (this can only be
joint, or wood chips in particle done on the male cut) ensuring
board have torn slightly. that the guide bush is kept
against the template by
machining from left to right. Use
abrasive paper to remove torn
wood chips.
■Chipped laminate Can be caused by a blunt cutter Always use sharp cutters and
or removing too much material when cutting through the
at one pass or exiting out of laminate cut 3–4mm of material.
postform edge. Maintain correct feed direction,
to ensure cutter enters
postform edge.
■Jig slipping on material Clamps not secure or too deep Check clamps for wear. Clamp
a cut being made or cutter is securely, take shallow passes,
blunt. use a sharp cutter.
■Cut joints not square Router has tilted or operator Ensure jig is supported and do
has leaned heavily on router not push hard on router taking
causing jig flex. shallow passes. Ensure weight
of router is on supported part
of jig and that the router is
upright.
■Assembled joint not flush Worktop different thickness or Ensure worktop is same
or bowed worktop not flat (cupped). thickness and flat.
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