Skil 1827 Electronic Variable Speed Control, Dial Setting RPM Application, Site-Light, Start Here

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2-POSITION SLIDE "ON/OFF" SWITCH The tool can be switched "ON" by the 2- position slide switch located on the upper and lower right side of the motor (Fig. 1).

TO TURN THE TOOL "ON", slide either the upper or lower switch UP to the I position.

TO TURN THE TOOL "OFF", slide either the upper or lower switch downward to the O position.

Always hold the router off the work when turning the switch on or off. Contact the work with the router only after the router has reached desired speed, and remove it from the work before turning the switch off. Operating in this manner will prolong switch and motor life and will greatly increase the quality of your work.

Always hold the tool with both hands while starting the tool, since torque from the motor can cause the tool to twist.

SOFT START FEATURE (Included on all models)

Electronic feedback control minimizes torque twist customary in larger routers by limiting the speed at which motor starts.

ELECTRONIC VARIABLE

SPEED CONTROL

(Models 1827 & 1830 only)

The electronic speed control feature allows motor speed to be matched to cutter size and material hardness for improved finish, extended bit life, and higher performance. Speed changes are achieved by rotating the dial on or between any one of the six numbers (Fig. 3). Speed may be changed while tool is on. The reference numbers on the dial facilitate re-setting control to desired speed.

The speed chart indicates the relationship between settings and application, exact settings are determined by operator experience and preference. The bit manufacturer may also have a speed recommendation.

DIAL

SETTING RPM APPLICATION

1	10,500	}	Nonferrous metals,
2	13,500		larger diameter bits,
3	16,500		and cutters
4	20,000		Softwoods, plastics,
5	22,500		counter tops, smaller
		} diameter bits, and
6	25,000
			cutters

SITE-LIGHT™

Your tool is also equipped with a Site-Light™ for better visibility during operation.

When the tool is plugged in, the lights will turn on automatically.

The Site-Light™ is maintenance free and was designed to last the life of your tool.

FEEDING THE ROUTER

As seen from the top of the router, the bit turns clockwise and the cutting edges face accordingly. Therefore, the most efficient cut is made by feeding the router so that the bit turns into the work, not away. Figure 13 shows proper feed for various cuts. How fast you feed depends on the hardness of the material and the size of the cut. For some materials, it is best to make several cuts of increasing depth.

FIG. 13

START

HERE

WORK

BIT

DIRECTION OF

ROUTER FEED

If the router is hard to control, heats up, runs very slowly or leaves an imperfect cut, consider these causes:

1.Wrong direction of feed — hard to control.

2.Feeding too fast — overloads motor.

3.Dull bit — overloads motor.

4.Cut is too large for one pass — overloads motor.

5.Feeding too slow — leaves friction burns on work.

Feed smoothly and steadily (do not force). You will soon learn how the router sounds and feels when it is working best.

RATE OF FEED

When routing or doing related work in wood and plastics, the best finishes will result if the depth of cut and feed rate are regulated to keep the motor operating at high speed. Feed the router at a moderate rate. Soft materials require a faster feed rate than hard materials.

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