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OPERATION

TO START AND STOP ROUTER

CAUTION: Before starting the router make sure bit is clear of workpiece and foreign objects. Also keep firm grip on router to resist starting torque.

The router is started and stopped by depressing the rocker switch (A), Fig. 4, into the ON or OFF position.

CAUTION: To avoid personal injury or damage to finished work always allow the motor to come to a COMPLETE STOP before setting it down.

MODEL 7518

BA

MODEL 7519

A

Fig. 4

OVERLOAD PROTECTION

Model 7518 is equipped with an overload protector that will shut motor off if prolonged overload conditions are encountered.

If the motor stops during use: (1) depress rocker switch (A), Fig. 4, into the OFF position; (2) determine cause of overload (i.e. dull bit, low voltage, excessive feed rate, etc.) and correct before continuing; (3) restart router following the instructions in TO START AND STOP ROUTER.

Model 7519 is equipped with a thermal-type circuit breaker incorporated into the ON/OFF rocker switch (A), Fig. 4. This circuit breaker will turn the switch OFF if prolonged overload conditions are encountered.

If the circuit breaker “trips”, switching the motor OFF: (1) determine cause of the overload (i.e. dull bit, low voltage, excessive feed rate, etc.) and correct before continuing; (2) allow router to cool for three minutes; and, (3) restart router following the instructions in TO START AND STOP ROUTER.

SOFT START

Model 7518 and 7519 have a “Soft Start” feature designed to minimize startup reaction torque.

SPEED CONTROL (Model 7518 only)

The speed control is located as shown in Fig. 4. Five operating speeds from 10,000 RPM to 21,000 RPM are available by moving the speed selector knob (B), Fig. 4. It is recommended that the speed be set prior to engaging the router bit into work. Should it be necessary to change the speed after work has begun, stop router, remove router clear of work, and adjust speed setting.

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Porter-Cable 7518, 7519 instruction manual Operation, To Start and Stop Router, Overload Protection, Soft Start