BM 2610943371
TRIGGER SWITCH AND “LOCK-ON” BUTTON
Your router can be turned ON or OFF by squeezing or releasing the trigger. Your router is also equipped with a
TO LOCK SWITCH ON: Squeeze trigger, depress button and release trigger (Fig. 2).
TO UNLOCK SWITCH: Squeeze trigger and release it without depressing the
!If the
depressed, the trigger cannot be released.
Always make sure that the bit is not touching the work when turning the switch on or off. Contact the work with the router after the router has reached full 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.
SOFT START FEATURE
Electronic feedback control minimizes torque twist customary in larger routers by limiting the speed at which motor starts.
ELECTRONIC VARIABLE SPEED CONTROL
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 Speed Control Dial clockwise to decrease speed,
FIG. 10
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22000 |
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19000 |
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17000 |
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15000 |
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13000 |
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11000 |
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min | Pos. | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 |
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SPEED
CONTROL DIAL
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 | 11,000 | } | Nonferrous metals, | |
2 | 13,000 | larger diameter bits, | ||
3 | 15,000 | and cutters | ||
4 | 17,000 |
| Softwoods, plastics, | |
5 | 19,000 |
| counter tops, smaller | |
} diameter bits, and | ||||
6 | 22,000 | |||
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| cutters | |
CONSTANT RESPONSE™ CIRCUITRY
The router's Constant Response™ Circuitry monitors and adjusts power to maintain the desired RPM for consistent performance and control.