MICRO-Router

MOF







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Operating instructions
MOF surface mill

Contents:

1 General safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

2 Specific safety rules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
3 Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
4 Additional precautionary measures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
5 Legend (fig. 1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
6 Description of the machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
6.1 Scope of delivery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
6.2 Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
7 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
7.1 Mill selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
7.2 Insertion and replacement of the mill cutter router bit (fig. 2) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
7.2.1 Inserting the mill cutter router bit (fig. 2) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
7.2.2 Replacing the mill cutter router bit (Fig. 2) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
7.3 Milling depth adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
7.3.1 Quick mill-depth adjustment (Fig. 4) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
7.3.2 Milling depth adjustment (Fig. 5) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
7.4 Suction device (fig. 3) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
7.5 Milling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
7.5.1 General information on milling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
7.5.2 Milling with limit stops . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
7.5.2.1 Milling with parallel limit stops . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
7.5.2.2 Milling with the circular limit stop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
7.5.3 Additional information on milling with limit stops . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
7.5.3.1 Milling with longitudinal stops (fig. 9) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
7.5.3.2 Milling with simple master forms (fig. 10) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
7.6 „On-the-fly“ submersion (fig. 11) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
8 Service and maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
8.1 General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
8.2 Adjusting the clamping (Fig. 13) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
9 Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
9.1 Accessories recommended and actually provided by PROXXON . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
10 Explosion drawing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
11 Spare parts list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
12 LIMITED WARRANTY OF PROXXON POWER TOOLS FOR HOME USE . . . . . . . 19

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Dear Customer,
In order to be able to operate Router safely
and correctly, please carefully read the fol-
lowing safety and operating instructions pri-
or to use.
The use of these instructions makes it easier
to get familiar with the device, prevents mal-
functions caused by improper operation,
and lengthens the service life of your device.
This instruction manual covers:
• safety regulations
• operation and maintenance
• spare parts list
Please read carefully!
Using this instruction manual will
• make it easier for you to get used to the
machine,
• help prevent faults occurring due to im-
proper use and
• increase the service life of your machine.
Keep this instruction manual in an easily ac-
cessible place.
Only operate this machine if you are quali-
fied to do so and follow the guidelines in this
instruction manual.
PROXXON does not accept responsibility for
the safe functioning of the machine
• if it is handled in a manner which consti-
tutes improper use,
• if it is used for other purposes which are
not specified in the instruction manual,
• if the safety regulations are not observed.
Warranty claims are invalid if
• the machine is incorrectly operated,
• the machine has not been sufficiently
maintained.
In the interests of your safety, please always
observe the safety regulations.
Only use genuine PROXXON spare parts.
We reserve the right to make further alter-
ations for the purpose of technical progress.
We wish you every success with your ma-
chine.
1 General safety instructions
Warning!
Read and understand all instructions. Failure
to follow all instructions listed below, may
result in electric shock, fire and/or serious
personal injury.
Save these instructions!
Work Area
1. Keep your work area clean and well
lit. Cluttered benches and dark areas in-
vite accidents.
2. Do not operate power tools in explo-
sive atmospheres, such as in the
presence of flammable liquids, gases,
or dust. Power tools create sparks
which may ignite the dust or fumes.
3. Keep bystanders, children, and visi-
tors away while operating a power
tool. Distractions can cause you to lose
control.
Electrical Safety
4. Double Insulated tools are equipped
with a polarized plug (one blade is
wider than the other.) This plug will fit
in a polarized outlet only one way. If
the plug does not fit fully in the outlet,
reverse the plug. If it still does not fit,
contact a qualified electrician to install
a polarized outlet. Do not change the
plug in any way. Double Insulation
Class II Equipment eliminates the
need for the three wire grounded power
cord and grounded power supply system.
5. Avoid body contact with grounded
surfaces such as pipes, radiators,
ranges and refrigerators. There is an
increased risk of electric shock if your
body is grounded.
6. Do not expose power tools to rain or
wet conditions. Water entering a power
tool will increase the risk of electric
shock.
7. Do not abuse the cord. Never use the
cord to carry the tools or pull the plug
from an outlet. Keep cord away from
heat, oil, sharp edges or moving
parts. Replace damaged cords imme-
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 diately. Damaged cords increase the
risk of electric shock.
8. When operating a power tool outside,
use an outdoor extension cord
marked "W-A" or "W." These cords are
rated for outdoor use and reduce the
risk of electric shock.
Personal Safety
9. Stay alert, watch what you are doing
and use common sense when operat-
ing a power tool. Do not use tool
while tired or under the influence of
drugs, alcohol, or medication. A mo-
ment of inattention while operating pow-
er tools may result in serious personal
injury.
10. Dress properly. Do not wear loose
clothing or jewelry. Contain long hair.
Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves
away from moving parts. Loose
clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be
caught in moving parts.
11. Avoid accidental starting. Be sure
switch is off before plugging in. Carry-
ing tools with your finger on the switch
or plugging in tools that have the switch
on invites accidents.
12. Remove adjusting keys or wrenches
before turning the tool on. A wrench or
a key that is left attached to a rotating
part of the tool may result in personal in-
jury.
13. Do not overreach. Keep proper foot-
ing and balance at all times. Proper
footing and balance enables better con-
trol of the tool in unexpected situations.
14. Use safety equipment. Always wear
eye protection. Dust mask, non-skid
safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing pro-
tection must be used for appropriate
conditions.
Tool Use and Care
15. Use clamps or other practical way to
secure and support the work piece to
a stable platform. Holding the work by
hand or against your body is unstable
and may lead to loss of control.
16. Do not force tool. Use the correct tool
for your application. The correct tool
will do the job better and safer at the
rate for which it is designed.
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17. Do not use tool if switch does not
turn it on or off. Any tool that cannot be
controlled with the switch is dangerous
and must be repaired.
18. Disconnect the plug from the power
source before making any adjust-
ments, changing accessories, or stor-
ing the tool. Such preventive safety
measures reduce the risk of starting the
tool accidentally.
19. Store idle tools out of reach of chil-
dren and other untrained persons.
Tools are dangerous in the hands of un-
trained users.
20. Maintain tools with care. Keep cutting
tools sharp and clean. Properly main-
tained tools, with sharp cutting edges
are less likely to bind and are easier to
control.
21. Check for misalignment or binding of
moving parts, breakage of parts, and
any other condition that may affect
the tools operation. If damaged, have
the tool serviced before using. Many
accidents are caused by poorly main-
tained tools.
22. Use only accessories that are recom-
mended by the manufacturer for your
model. Accessories that may be suit-
able for one tool, may become haz-
ardous when used on another tool.
SERVICE
23. Tool service must be performed only
by qualified repair personnel. Service
or maintenance performed by unquali-
fied personnel could result in a risk of in-
jury.
24. When servicing a tool, use only identi-
cal replacement parts. Follow instruc-
tions in the Maintenance section of
this manual. Use of unauthorized parts
or failure to follow Maintenance Instruc-
tions may create a risk of electric shock
or injury. Certain cleaning agents such
as gasoline, carbon tetrachloride, am-
monia etc. may damage plastic parts.
2 Specific safety rules
DO NOT let comfort or familiarity with pro-
duct (gained from repeated use) replace
strict adherence to router safety rules. If you
use this tool unsafely or incorrectly, you can 19. vibration or wobbling that could indicate
suffer serious personal injury. improperly installed bit.

1. Hold on the power tool by insulated

gripping surfaces when performing an SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
operations where the cutting tool may
contact hidden wiring or its own cord. WARNING!
Contact with a "live" wire will make ex-
posed metal parts of the tool "live" and Some dust created by power sanding, saw-
shock the operator. ing, grinding, drilling, and other construction
2. Always disconnect tool from power activities contains chemicals known to the
source before making adjustments or State of California to cause cancer, birth
changing bits. defects or other reproductive harm. Some
3. Provide clearance under work piece for examples of these chemicals are:
router bit when through cutting. • lead from lead-based paints,
4. Check to see that the cord will not • crystalline silica from bricks and cement
“hang up” during routing operation. and other masonry products, and arsenic
Lead the cord away from the tool to- and
wards the rear. • chromium from chemically-treated lumber.
5. Avoid cutting nails. Inspect for nails
and remove them from the work piece Your risk from these exposures varies, de-
before operation. pending on how often you do this type of
6. Let the motor come to a complete work. To reduce your exposure to these
stop before removing the tool from work chemicals: work in a well ventilated area,
piece and putting the tool down. and work with approved safety equipment,
7. Do not leave the tool running. Operate such as those dust masks that are specially
the tool only when hand-held. designed to filter out microscopic particles.
8. Check the bit carefully for cracks or
damage before operation. Replace
cracked or damaged bit immediately. Al-
ways handle bits very carefully.
9. Never touch router bits immediately af-
ter use. They may be extremely hot.
Danger of injury!
10. Never tighten collet nut without a bit. It
can be damaged.
11. Always keep hands away from rotating
parts to prevent personal injury.
12. Hold the tool firmly with both hands.
13. Wear hearing protection during ex-
tended period of operation.
14. Draw attention to the need to use cut-
ters of the correct shank diameter and
suitable for the speed of the tool.
15. Some material contains chemicals
which may be toxic. Take caution to
prevent dust inhalation and skin contact.
Follow material supplier safety data.
16. Keep cutting pressure constant. You
could overload the motor.
17. Make sure the bit is not contacting the
work piece before the switch is turned
on.
18. Before using the tool on an actual work
piece, let it run for a while. Watch for

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3 Symbols

Important: Some of the following symbols may be used on your tool. Please study them and
learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool
better and safer.
Symbol Name Designation/Explanation
V Volts Voltage (potential)
A Amperes Current
Hz Hertz Frequency (cycles per second)
W Watt Power
kg Kilograms Weight
min Minutes Time
s Seconds Time
Ø Diameter Size of drill bits, grinding wheels, etc.
n0 No load speed Rotational speed, at no load
…/min Revolutions or reciprocation per minute Revolutions, strokes, surface speed, orbits etc. per
minute
1, 2, 3, … Selector settings Speed, torque or position settings. Higher number
means greater speed
Infinitely variable selector Speed is increasing from narrow end
➞ Arrow Action in the direction of arrow

Alternating current Type or a characteristic of current
 Class II construction Designates Double Insulated Construction tools.

4 Additional precautionary mea- 4. Setscrew for height adjustment

sures during surface milling: 5. Scale
6. Guide post
7. Limit stop post
1. Never use damaged or deformed milling
8. Coupling nut
cutters.
9. Lock-on button for shaft
2. Replace worn milling cutters in due time
10. Locking lever
3. Always wear safety glasses (risk of the
11. Suction connection
tool breaking)
12. Mains cable
4. Wear a dust mask if applicable.
13. Parallel limit stop
5. Use only accessories and spare parts
14. Circular limit stop
recommended by PROXXON (comply
15. Guide bars
with max. permissible speeds).
16. Open-end wrench
6. Always use dust extraction (use only
17. Suction hose
suitable vacuum cleaners for this / fire
18. Rubber connection
hazard due to sparks).
19. Collet chuck block
7. Keep fingers away from rotating or
quickly moving tools (mill, etc.).
6 Description of the machine:
5 Legend (fig. 1)
A hand-guided surface mill is one of the
most versatile power tools in existence and
1. Housing
the application areas are almost inex-
2. Base plate
haustible. It is suited for milling grooves, cut-
3. On-off switch

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ting tapers, rabbet milling, profile milling,
etc. The many, many possibilities often be-
come apparent only after working with the
mill cutter. A variety of materials such as
wood, synthetics, acryl, MDF, gypsum
board, etc. can be processed. We supply
corresponding and sensible accessories for
you to be able to do that right from the start:
a parallel inset and a circular limit stop. A
host of possible applications can be carried
out with these two tools. You will find addi-
tional information about their usage in the in-
structions at hand.
The mill cutter, the rotating tool in your Prox-
xon surface miller driven by a powerful uni-
versal motor, achieves a speed of 27,500
rpm and thus enables very precise and clean
work. Collet chucks for mounting the mill
cutter are supplied in various sizes, allowing
you to use tools with differing shank diame-
ters.
Tool exchange is fast and comfortable
thanks to the shaft lock provided with a stop
button.
The base plate of the MOF is made from
die-cast aluminum for reasons of stability
and precision. In order to ensure optimal
antifrictional properties and the greatest
possible planarity, a synthetic plate is at-
tached to the bottom.
The device itself is guided by both columns.
One of these takes on the additional func-
tion of a depth-control stop. The milling
depth can be precisely adjusted with the
thumbnut after making a zero setting (this
depth-control stop also enables on-the-fly
submersion of the mill into the work piece
with the motor running).
For quick pre-adjustment of the mill depth
without special requirements on precision,
the mill cutter router bit can be quickly and
simply moved within the guide columns after
releasing the locking lever. The integrated
suction device (for connection to a vacuum
cleaner) prevents dust nuisances and en-
sures “clean” work results from this point of
view, also.
6.1 Scope of delivery:
1 pc. surface mill
1 pc. suction hose
1 pc. parallel limit stop
1 pc. circular limit stop
2 pc. each guide bars
1 pc. rubber adapter
1 pc. open-end wrench
1 pc. operating instructions
6 pc. each collet chucks, size:
(1/32”, 1/16”, 5/64”, 3/32”, 7/64” and 1/8”)
6.2 Technical data:
Motor
Voltage: 110-120 V, 50/60 Hz, ~
Power: 130 Watts
Speed: 27500/min
Device
Dimensions: 7” x 5 1/2” x 3 1/8”, width with
suction connection: 3 5/8”
(180 x 140 x 80 mm,
with suction connection:
91 mm)
Weight: ca. 2,4 lb (1.1 kg)
Max. diameter: up to 1/8” (3.2 mm)
Noise emission: < 70 dB(A)
Use in dry rooms only
Protection class II device
For your own safety, please wear hearing
protection while working!
7 Operation
7.1 Mill selection:
WARNING!
Make sure the mill cutter router bit is suitable
for at least 27,500 revolutions per minute.
Select a mill cutter router bit dependent on
the desired work results, i.e., the groove
form and the size that you want to fabricate.
A variety of different shapes are available
(e.g. groove cutters for rectangular grooves
and V-grooves, channels mills for half-round
grooves, and a variety of form cutters for
every conceivable groove and mill form).
CAUTON!
When selecting, please keep in mind that
the shank diameter of the mill cutter router
bit you want to use has to match the diame-
ter of the supplied collet chucks.
You can acquire a variety of high-grade pro-
file mills for wood and similar materials from
Proxxon.
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These mill cutters (with a shank diameter of
1/8” or 3.2 mm) are attuned to the use of
your machine and guarantee excellent re-
sults.
7.2 Insertion and replacement of the
mill cutter router bit (fig. 2):
WARNING!
Please make sure the plug has been pulled
out when replacing the mill cutter!
In all cases, ensure the mill cutter router bit
used is suitable for the speed of the device.
Let the router bit cool off after it has been
extensively used!
Watch out when gripping: The mill cutters
are sharp-edged!
CAUTION!
The shank diameter of the used tool must
match the diameter of the collet chuck.
Insert the milling cutter shank into the collet
chuck as far as possible.
Never press the lock-on button (1, fig 2) as
long the milling cutter is running!
7.2.1 Inserting the mill cutter router
bit (fig. 2):
1. Press lock-on button 1 and loosen cou-
pling nut 3 with supplied open-end
wrench 2.
2. Manually unfasten coupling nut 3. For
practical purposes, base plate 4 on the
milling cutter should be pushed to its
lowermost position with the milling quick
depth-adjustment to improve access to
the mill shaft (see 7.3.1 for information of
the milling quick depth-adjustment).
3. Insert collet chuck 5 with the desired
diameter into the intended opening in
shaft 6.
4. Turn coupling nut 3 onto the thread.
Please do not tighten it!
5. Plug the milling cutter-shank from the se-
lected mill cutter router bit 7 deeply into
the collet chuck.
6. Lock the shaft using lock-on button 1,
manually turn coupling nut 3 and tighten
using enclosed key 2.
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7.2.2 Replacing the mill cutter router
bit (Fig. 2):
WARNING!
Please make sure the plug has been pulled
out when replacing the mill cutter!
In all cases, ensure the router bit used is
suitable for the speed of the device.
Let the router bit cool off after it has been
extensively used!
Watch out when gripping: The mill cutters
are sharp-edged!
CAUTION!
The shank diameter of the used tool must
match the diameter of the collet chuck.
Insert the milling cutter shank into the collet
chuck as far as possible.
Never press the lock-on button (1, fig 2) as
long the milling cutter is running!
1. Press lock-on button 1 and loosen cou-
pling nut 3 with the supplied open-end
wrench 2.
2. Loosened mill cutter router bit 7 can now
be removed and replaced. If the mill cut-
ter router bit is not firmly seated, just turn
the coupling nut a bit tighter by hand.
3. Insert another mill cutter.
4. Lock shaft 6 using lock-on button 1,
screw on coupling nut 3 and tighten it us-
ing the supplied wrench 2.
7.3 Milling depth adjustment:
WARNING!
Please make sure the mains cable has been
pulled out when replacing the mill cutter!
Before milling, the desired milling depth
must be set. The MOF surface mill has two
features for this purpose: A milling depth-
adjustment and a quick mill-depth adjust-
ment. This is how they work:
7.3.1 Quick mill-depth adjustment
(Fig. 4):
The quick mill-depth adjustment is used for
preadjusting: to quickly approach milling
depths without special requirements on pre-
cision. One uses it to move the milling
height quickly into the proximity of the de-
sired value.
1. Clamp in the desired cutter (see chapter
7.2., „Insertion and replacement of the
mill cutter router bit“)
2. Pull out lock-on lever 1; the spring pre-
load presses the foot into its lowest posi-
tion.
3. Press milling-cutter head 2 into the
guides against the spring force to a posi-
tion corresponding to the desired milling
height or put the cutter with base plate 3
on the edge of a slab (4) (or similar) and
place milling-cutter head 2 with pulled
lock lever 1 into both columns to the
desired depth.
4. The height is fixed when locking lever 1 is
folded back.
7.3.2 Milling depth adjustment
(Fig. 5):
The milling depth adjustment is used for final,
precise adjustment of the milling height. Using
setscrew 1, the desired height change can be
made exact by turning it back and forth.
1. Clamp in the desired cutter (see chapter
7.2., „Insertion and replacement of the
mill cutter router bit“)
2. Pull out locking lever 3 and place the mill
cutter router bit with base plate 6 on a
stable support.
3. Carefully press the cutter against the
spring force until the nip of the cutter
lightly touches the surface of the sup-
porting surface (see Fig. 5, left picture).
4. Now turn setscrew 1 toward the bottom
until it „sits“ on limit-stop post 4 in the
milling cutter.
5. The knurl and mill cutting position is now
„zeroed“, so to say. Now just let go of the
mill cutter router bit and turn the
setscrew on its thread toward the top up
to the desired depth (see 2nd picture,
center). Please use scale 5 for orienta-
tion: One entire rotation of the setscrew
is equivalent to one millimeter height dif-
ference.
6. Now push base plate 6 against the spring
force so far in until the limit stop on
setscrew 1 „sits“ (see 3rd picture, right).
The mill cutter router bit is now set deep-
er than the bottom of base plate 6 by the
amount of the value set in step 5. I.e.,
this value is also the depth of the groove
that you can now mill out.
7. Fold locking lever 3 back.
The milling height has now been adjusted.
7.4 Suction device (fig. 3)
Your surface miller comes equipped with a
suction device. It is recommended to use it
not just because of the desired cleanliness
at the work area:
when working with certain types of wood or
other materials, harmful or explosive dusts
can arise. In the interest of your own health,
work only with the suction device connected
and always wear a dust protection mask in
addition. Make sure you use a vacuum
cleaner that is suitable for the accruing dust.
1. Plug flexible suction hose 1 onto connec-
tion 2
2. Connect flexible suction hose 1 using
rubber adapter 3 to the vacuum cleaner
hose.
When working with the vacuum cleaner, it is
recommended you to use the PROXXON
AS/E suction controller device.
7.5 Milling
7.5.1 General information on milling
• When working with the surface miller, use
both hands to guide the switched-on de-
vice over the work piece. Always work in
the opposite direction of the cutter rota-
tion (see figure 6). The rotating mill cutter
router bit must always run with its cutting
edge against the milling movement.
• Otherwise, there is a risk that you will
end up with poor milling work, cannot
cleanly guide the device, or even that it
leaps out of your hand.
• Pay attention that the milling depth is not
set too deep! Always set the milling
depth to match the type of mill cutter
router bit and the material to be milled.
• Too deep a mill setting and too great a
feed rate lead to poor milling results and
unnecessarily stresses the machine’s me-
chanics! It is better to carry out several
milling passes. Also, readjust the limit
stop or the cutter height often.
• Always constrain or tightly clamp the
work piece!
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• For practical purposes, one should use
one limit stop for each type of milling
work. There are different possibilities for
this, so only the most practical are ex-
plained here:
7.5.2 Milling with limit stops
7.5.2.1 Milling with parallel limit
stops
(Limit stop is included in the scope of deliv-
ery, see fig. 7a, b)
As suggested by its name, you can use the
parallel limit stop to fabricate grooves that
are parallel to the work piece edge, as illus-
trated in fig. 7a. To do so, the supplied par-
allel limit stop must be mounted and adjust-
ed (see fig. 7b regarding this):
1. As in the illustration, push both guide
bars (2) into bores 3 in limit stop 1 and
firmly tighten both headless screws (4)
with the aid of a hollow hexagon wrench.
2. Press the limit stop with both guide bars
in the form as shown in the illustration in-
to both bores in base plate 5 and push it
up to the desired distance (6).
3. Tightly clamp the limit stop with both
thumbscrews (7)
You can now mill as shown in illustration 7a.
Pay attention to the feed direction: The
cutter must always be able to work in the
opposing direction! (See Fig. 6 and 7.5.1.:
General information about milling). If this is
not the case, the limit stop must be moun-
ted on the opposite side.
7.5.2.2 Milling with the circular limit
stop.
(Circular stop is included in the scope of de-
livery, see fig. 8a, b)
With the circular limit stop, you can mill out
in circles or circle segments, as shown in il-
lustration 8a. First, the limit stop needs to be
mounted using the pin. To do so, proceed as
described in the previous point 7.1.1.
„Milling with parallel limit stops“ about
mounting the parallel limit stop, but of
course use the circular limit stop instead of
the parallel one:
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1. As in illustration 8a, push both guide bars
(2) into bores 3 in limit stop 1 using the
pin, and firmly tighten both headless
screws (4) with the aid of a hollow hexa-
gon wrench.
2. Press limit stop 1 with both guide bars (2)
in the form as shown in the illustration
into both bores in base plate 5 and push
it up to the desired distance (6). Please
note: The radius of the desired circle is
the distance of the pin to the mill cutter
router bit axis!
3. Tightly clamp the limit stop with both
thumbscrews (7)
4. Push the pin onto the previously marked
position of the circle or circle-segment
center
5. Switch on the mill and trace circles or
arcs with the mill cutter.
CAUTION:
When milling, keep the pin of the limit stop
pressed down a bit (fig. 8a)!
7.5.3 Additional information on
milling with limit stops
7.5.3.1 Milling with longitudinal stops
(fig. 9)
In cases where the traversing distance of the
parallel limit stop is not sufficient for straight
milled grooves, you can make a longitudinal
stop by yourself quickly and easily. Simply
tightly clamp a straight strip, straight board,
etc. using C-clamps to the position on the
work piece as needed. Then the outer edge
of the device foot can trace the edge of the
limit stop and the milled groove can be man-
ufactured. Please ensure enough clearance
between the device foot-edge and the mill:
of course, you must take this accordingly in-
to consideration when positioning the limit-
stop strip, the limit-stop board, etc.
7.5.3.2 Milling with simple master
forms (fig. 10)
To mill simple, irregular contours, it is rec-
ommended to fabricate a template: The de-
sired contours can be placed into a ca. 3/8” /
10 mm thick board or similar and used as a
limit stop.
To do this, clamp it to the work piece using,
for example, C-clamps. In this way, the con-
tours of the template can be „traced“ with
the MOF foot-edge and the desired milled
groove can be made.
However, just as described in the previous
point, in this procedure it is better to take
the clearance between the outer edge of the
MOF device foot and the mill cutter router
bit into consideration, which should also be
done when cutting the template.
7.6 „On-the-fly“ submersion (fig. 11)
This refers to a method in which one does
not press the milling cutter onto a work
piece edge in the work piece, but starts the
groove in the work piece surface freely.
Caution: Please note, so-called on-the-fly
submersion is not to be used for all types of
milling! Naturally, it must have corresponding
cuts on the bottom side also.
1. Pre-select the milling depth. To do so,
please start out as previously described
in the chapter „Milling depth adjustment“,
but only up to and including point 6: the
setscrew should be at the desired posi-
tion, but the locking lever (fig. 11, pos. 2)
remains open.
2. Place the mill at the desired position on
the work piece and switch it on.
3. Slowly press the milling cutter down until
setscrew 1 is seated on the column for
depth-control stop 3. The mill thereby
submerses into the work piece.
4. Mill out the desired groove.
5. If necessary, you can fix the milling height
with locking lever 2.
8 Service and maintenance
8.1 General
DANGER!
Always turn switch OFF and always remove
plug from power source before making any
adjustments, repairs, changing accessories,
or storing the tool.
Such preventive safety measures reduce the
risk of starting the tool accidentally.
DANGER!
Any attempt to repair or replace electrical
parts on this tool may create a hazard un-
less repair is done by a qualified service
technician.
Electrical or mechanical repairs should be
done only by qualified service technicians.
When servicing use only PROXXON replace-
ment parts. Use of any other parts may cre-
ate a hazard or cause product damage.
Repair service is available at your PROXXON
service center (You will find the address at
the back of this manual).
WARNING!
To avoid fire or toxic reaction, never use
gasoline, naphtha, acetone, lacquer thinner,
or similar highly volatile solvents to clean the
power tool.
Do not allow brake fluids, gasoline, or pene-
trating oils to come in contact with the plas-
tic parts. They contain chemicals that can
damage or destroy plastics! Do not use sol-
vents or cleansing agents containing alcohol
(e.g. benzene, cleaning alcohol, etc.) as
these can corrode the plastic housings.
The MOF surface mill is extensively mainte-
nance free. However, to ensure a long serv-
ice life you should clean the device after
each use with a soft cloth, swab, or brush. A
vacuum cleaner is also advisable for this.
External cleaning of the housing can be car-
ried out using a soft, possibly moist cloth.
While doing so, a mild detergent or other
suitable cleansing agent can be used. Do
not use solvents or cleansing agents con-
taining alcohol (e.g. benzene, cleaning alco-
hol, etc.) as these can corrode the plastic
housings.
8.2 Adjusting the clamping (Fig. 13):
If the clamping effect is not sufficient for
working, the clamping force of the stop lever
of the height adjustment can be reset. Un-
screw the grub screw 1 and turn the slotted
screw 2 slightly clockwise. Then check the
clamping effect by activating the stop lever 3.
Once the desired effect has been achieved,
tighten the grub screw 1 again.
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9 Accessories

WARNING!
Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your model. Accessories
that may be suitable for one tool, may become hazardous when used on another tool.

Replace damaged or worn router bits immediately. They represent a safety risk and worsen
the work result.

Please use PROXXON accessories. NOTE: The use of improper accessories may cause hazards.

9.1 Accessories recommended and actually provided by PROXXON

(Current and available at the time this manual was printed):

Wood Router Bits

Made from high speed steel, with 1/8" (3,2 mm) shanks, inverse ground flutes and maximum
speeds up to 30,000 rpm in different profiles for optimal results.

Description Item NO:

Straight NO 29 024

Straight NO 29 026

Straight NO 29 028

Core box NO 29 030

V-groove 90° NO 29 032

Plunge NO 29 034

Piloted
round over NO 29 036

Rabbeting NO 29 038

Beading NO 29 040

Piloted cove NO 29 042

HSS Router Bit Set in wooden box (NO 29 020):

Set with 10 profiles (like shown above: straight, core box, V-groove, Plunge, Piloted round
over, rabbeting, beading, piloted cove) in a wooden box. NO 29 020

A complete line of accessories is available in our catalogue, or visit our website under
www.proxxon.com.

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11 Spare parts list
MICRO-Router MOF, Article No. 38568
Please order spare parts in writing from PROXXON Service center
(Address on back of instruction manual)

Part no.: Designation Part no.: Designation

28568 - 1 Screw 28568 - 33 Brush Holder Clamp
28568 - 2 Cover-Base 28568 - 34 Screw
28568 - 3 Base 28568 - 35 Screw
28568 - 4 Hex Screw 28568 - 36 Upper Cover
28568 - 5 Knob 28568 - 37 Screw
28568 - 6 Leader (big) 38568 - 38 Cord & plug
28568 - 7 Leader (small) 28568 - 39 Housing
28568 - 8 Milling Bit 28568 - 41 Cord Clamp
28568 - 9 Nut 28568 - 42 Screw
28568 - 10 Collet 28568 - 43 Cord Jacket
28568 - 11 Cap-Spindle Lock 28568 - 45 Guide
28568 - 12 Spring-Spindle Lock 28568 - 46 Spring
28568 - 13 Washer 28568 - 47 Height-Secure Press Button
28568 - 14 Bottom Cover 28568 - 48 Washer
28568 - 15 Switch Cover 28568 - 49 Bush(big)
28568 - 16 Screw 28568 - 51 Lock Pin
28568 - 17 Bush(small) 28568 - 53 Hose
28568 - 18 Bearing 28568 - 54 Hose Adaptor
28568 - 19 Screw 28568 - 55 Screw
28568 - 20 Thread Pole 28568 - 56 Dust Exhause Port
28568 - 21 Height Adjusting Dial 28568 - 57 Transtarent Dust Cover
38568 - 22 Armature 28568 - 58 Wrench
28568 - 23 Plain washer 28568 - 59 Sliding Block
28568 - 24 Bearing 28568 - 60 Sliding Pole
28568 - 25 Rubber Bearing Seat 28568 - 61 Base-Sliding Attachment
28568 - 26 Wind Baffle Cover 28568 - 62 Needle
38568 - 27 Stator 28568 - 63 Hose
38568 - 28 Switch 28568 - 64 Set screw
28568 - 29 Scale 28568 - 65 Lever
28568 - 31 Brush Holder 28568 - 66 Eccentric pin
38568 - 32 Carbon Brush 38568 - 99 Manual

12 LIMITED WARRANTY OF PROXXON POWER TOOLS FOR HOME USE

Prox-Tech, Inc., (”Seller“) warrants to the original purchaser only, that all PROXXON consumer power tools will be free from
defects in material or workmanship for a period of two years from the date of purchase. Seller's sole obligation and your ex-
clusive remedy under this limited warranty and, to the extent permitted by law, any warranty or condition implied by law, shall
be the repair or replacement of parts, without charge, which are defective in material or workmanship and which have not been
misused, carelessly handled, or misrepaired by persons other than Seller or Authorized Service Station. In the event of a failure
of a product to conform to this written warranty, please refer to the Service and Repair section on the back of this manual and
take action accordingly. This Limited Warranty does not apply to accessory items such as circular saw blades, drill bits, router
bits, jigsaw blades, sanding belts, grinding wheels and other related items. Damage to the product resulting from tampering,
accident, abuse, negligence, unauthorized repairs or alterations, unapproved attachments or other causes unrelated to problems
with material or workmanship are not covered by this warranty. Any implied warranties shall be limited in duration to two years
from date of purchase. Some states in the U.S. and some Canadian provinces do not allow limitations on how long an implied
warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you. In no event shall seller be liable for any incidental or consequen-
tial damages (including but not limited to liability for loss of profits) arising from the sale or use of this product. Some states in
the U.S. and some Canadian provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages; so the
above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have
other rights, which vary from state to state in the U.S., province to province in Canada and from country to country. This
limited warranty applies only to PROXXON power tools sold within the United States of America, Canada, the commonwealth
of Puerto Rico and Mexico. For warranty coverage within other countries contact your local PROXXON Importer.

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 SERVICE AND REPAIR

Your device does not work properly? Please read the operating instruc-
tions again carefully. If the unit is in fact defective, please send it to:

Prox-Tech, Inc.
Attn.: PROXXON Service Center
2555 Tate Blvd. S.E.
PO Box 1909
Hickory, NC 28603-1909

Please make sure, that your tool is carefully packaged and include a
copy of your dated proof of purchase. You will help us to react even
quicker, if you describe the problem in short and please don’t forget to
include your name, address and daytime telephone number. We will
respond in a prompt and reliable manner.

Spare Parts
You can also order any necessary spare parts from our Service Center
at the above address. Please check the article-number of the tool con-
cerned on the nameplate of the tool and define the part needed by using
the explosion drawing in the manual that came with the tool. Every part
has a specific number (5 digit-XX). Please provide us with this number
Art.-Nr. 38568 PR 710709701 J

when ordering.

For any further information call us toll free at 1-877-PROXXON

(1-877-776 9966) or visit us on the web at www.proxxon.com/us.

Made in China
Distributed in the U. S. by Prox-Tech, Inc.

We reserve the right to make further alterations for the purpose of technical progress.