Castle TSM-21 Serial 61076 to 64233 (Parker) Operator Manual User Manual
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Pocket Depth Adjustment
The router bit for cutting the pocket is inserted into the router collet at the factory for a distance
of 1
5
/
16
” from the tip of the bit to the collet. This setting cuts at an optimal depth of
approximately
3
/
8
” for material between
5
/
8
” and
7
/
8
” thickness.
To cut a shallower pocket (in ½” material for example):
Place a shim with a known thickness on the work top and place your work piece over it.
To cut a shallower pocket:
Remove the router motor as described in the section for “Tool Changes”.
Loosen the motor collet and slide the bit to the desired exposure. (If the bit does not
move easily, try gently tapping on the bit near the collet with a wrench.)
Secure the collet and reinstall the router motor.
For your convenience, a blank Bit Gauge (Figure 11) is included with your machine so that you
may scribe a mark to record the depth that is most suitable for your purposes. Refer to the “Pilot
Drill Depth Adjustment” for this procedure.
Figure 11
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