how do you tighten the router bit - wrench, yes, but how do you lock the shaft?
798612
there is a button that locks the shaft, you can see it in the last picture (the white rectangular piece), the same button also release the base to allow adjust the height.
798613
As the previous people are saying the white lever (button) on the side that allows you to adjust depth also locks the shaft if you depress it while spinning the shaft. It is shown in the diagram in the instructions as well as being explained.
798614
there's 2 white buttons the larger one lock's the unit. the smaller one unlock's it.
282797
I actually did not use a drill bit--I used a router bit on a drill press. I used the stops on the drill press and lowered the base to make sure of depth. I also had the block of wood firmly secured to the base before drilling. FYI--I did work at NASA Langley, but that has nothing to do with working with wood!
651450
Are you using a bit holder such as a Bosch CC60483? Also, if you're completely new to these sort of drivers you might be unaware that you need to pull the locking collar out slightly to allow the drivers and bits to seat properly and lock in
512088
As you face the hex-lock .. press the LOCK button to stop the arbor from rotating. "Tighten" the hex just a bit (CCW) then "Loosen" by turning CW as the arrows indicate. It should loosen up for you. I run into the same thing all the time after using the devise a LOT.
1792722
Your router should have a lock on it. I have two different brands of routers and both have locks. Once I adjust the depth and run a scrap piece of wood through it, I lock it. Actually, I lock it even using the scrap piece, as it just takes a second to do. I think you'll love the Router Raizer. But be careful with the small magnetic disc that covers the hole that gives you access to the small adjustment hole. It keeps saw dust out of the hole, which covers the Allen type screw you adjust it with. I somehow lost mine, but I just blow out the dust with my mouth. I've never had the saw dust pack in tight enough to need an air compressor. Your router should have a lock on it. I have two different brands of routers and both have locks. Once I adjust the depth and run a scrap piece of wood through it, I lock it. Actually, I lock it even using the scrap piece, as it just takes a second to do. I think you'll love the Router Raizer. But be careful with the small magnetic disc that covers the hole that gives you access to the small adjustment hole. It keeps saw dust out of the hole, which covers the Allen type screw you adjust it with. I somehow lost mine, but I just blow out the dust with my mouth. I've never had the saw dust... » Read More Your router should have a lock on it. I have two different brands of routers and both have locks. Once I adjust the depth and run a scrap piece of wood through it, I lock it. Actually, I lock it even using the scrap piece, as it just takes a second to do. I think you'll love the Router Raizer. But be careful with the small magnetic disc that covers the hole that gives you access to the small adjustment hole. It keeps saw dust out of the hole, which covers the Allen type screw you adjust it with. I somehow lost mine, but I just blow out the dust with my mouth. I've never had the saw dust pack in tight enough to need an air compressor. « Show Less
641041
Try to click on and off switch on the front of the drill or take off and then put back the bit.that might help.if not I'm afraid you got to return it;)
1645245
Hold the little button and turn the black part counter clockwise insert the bit and turn clockwise until you hear a click and it will be secured
1303385
I was able to tighten with a coin or screwdriver. If that doesn't work then maybe it's defective.
1435052
We used an Allen wrench (also known as a hex key) to tighten everything. You can then keep it or throw it away I guess.
1732461
When you turn the nut on the collet it opens up thus "self" releasing the router bit.
958179
same here... you can get a locking type adapter from Lowes or Home Depot,... or tear off a small piece of plastic or tape and jam it into the damn thing... That's whaput a piece of plastic or tape over the but end of the bit and shove it in the driver...t
871532
I use these bearings on a variety of bits, but mine are all bottom-bearing. I don't know about top-bearing applications. Have you tried using a router table which would orient the bit "upside-down"?
290773
you need to make sure the router is stable and I had to put a block of wood strapped to the router and the block of wood secure to something solid and then it is still easy to move the bit and tool when routing. the table is to flimsy to hold anything solid
1902794
I am sorry I do not. I have mine in a Hawk router table and have never had any troubles. It just uses the depth adjustor in the base. Maybe you have some saw dust built up in the threads. Does the locking clamp on the base still work?
1330100
Hold the outer shaft, then rotate one of the inner shafts (clockwise I think). If you can't get it to lock, there may be dust inside the shaft preventing the lock from engaging. The premise is simple. At the end of each inner shaft there's a short threaded rod (screw) protruding on the inside. A small plastic plug threads on this rod. As the piece of plastic grips the inner walls of the slightly larger shaft, it slowly moves up the thread causing it to bind. However, if dust/dirt (especially after you get to use them) gets on the inside it prevents the plastic from catching. To resolve, you should just be able to clean. Pull the shafts apart (past the line that says STOP). As you do, you will see the threads of the screw and the plug (I think it's orange)... keep pulling until the two come apart. Wipe clean the plastic plug and try to clean the inside of the shaft it was trying to rub against. If you don't see the plastic plug it's also possible that the poles were loosened so much that the plastic plug unscrewed completely. Thread it back on, reassemble and you should be good to go.
944707
Spin the gray part of drill counterclockwise that should open the front of it.then clockwise to tighten it
2078260
It does not. It takes two wrenches which are included. I have two other routers that have a spindle lock and I prefer the two wrench set up.