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2. Variable Speed Control
WARNING:
Always unplug the router before
making any speed adjustment.
The Freud FT3000 is equipped with an
electronic variable speed control feature.
This speed control has an infinite number of
speeds from 8,000 to 21,000 RPM. The speed
is adjusted by turning the speed control knob
(
B
)-
Fig 19
. Consult the router bit manufacturer
for recommended bit speed.
The electronic speed control keeps constant
speed at all levels. If the motor speed
decreases in use you may be exceeding the
load capacity of the tool. This could cause
damage to the motor by overheating. Reducing
the depth of cut so that more passes are
required and/or slowing the rate of feed will
reduce the power requirements on the router.
English
Fig. 19
FT3000 Router Speed Dial Settings
RPM
21,000
18,000
16,000
13,000
10,000
8,000
0 1 2 3 4 5 6
Dial Settings
Bit Diameter
Max RPM
1" 24,000
1-1/4"
18,000
2-1/4"
16,000
3-1/2"
12,000
Recommended Maximum Speeds for Freud router bits
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