Kreg Router lift Problem

[Steve Hopkins]

I purchased a Kreg router lift for my Kreg router Table and am having problems lifting the router. Its not very smooth when it travels up and down ,Its actually very hard to move. The adjustment wheel on the top is also very difficult to move anyone else having this problem ?

[Ken Darga]

Steve,

Carefully peruse the areas, where you are experiencing the resistance.

Is it a sliding or rotating motion interference?

Friction occurs in tight fits---such as metal to metal---either a sliding motion or rotation motion. 

  Perhaps applying a small amount of a suitable lubricant, will remedy the problem.

  There are oil and grease type lubricants---

Oil types, such as WD40, silicon, 3-in-1 oil, SAE 20 motor oil, or the like, and

Grease types, such as lithium (white grease), or the like.

  Dry-lubes are more useful, in some applications.

  Apply a small amount to the spot or area where you feel the resistance.

 

  When applying oil types, allow the oil to penetrate into the crevices, before attempting the movement or adjustment.

  When using grease, use a small applicator---such as a toothpick to apply a small dab of lube, or a small brush, like an acid brush, popsicle stick, or the like. 

  Coat the leading edge of the spot or area.  Slide or turn the object, so that it carries the lube into the joint.

Applying the proper type lube, will result in smoother operation,  and reduce friction.

Don’t over load it with too much lube---it could get messy.

Over-lubing will cause other undesirable issues---over lubing will attract and hold sawdust and dirt, which will lead to interference.

  Many new out of the box items, do not possess any lubricant---they are basically dry, except for some residual machining oil or rust preventative, to preserve the product during storage.

[Steve Hopkins]

Ken

I used emery paper to clean it , dry lubricant etc. but it still takes a man and a small boy to lift it and adjust it

Thanks for your response Steve H

[Edward Reifinger]

I do not have a Kreg but I do have a wood pecker same thing.     Did you loosen the set screw on the table to allow adjustment with the wheel.

 

          Try putting some grease on the guide posts and make sure it moves well.  My is as smooth as a baby butt amd moves great.

[Robert Melrose]

Loosen the brake. That should have everything running smoothly.

[Steve Nawrocki]

Having the same problem.  The lift is very difficult to adjust.  Tried several lubricants, but none helped.  Any thoughts?