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MAINTENANCE
Before cleaning or performing any maintenance, verify that the router has been
disconnected from the power supply. Keep all ventilation openings clean. Avoid
using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most plastics are susceptible to
damage from various types of commercial solvents. Use a clean cloth to remove
dirt, oil, and grease.
After using the router for a period of time, some wood dust may enter into the
base or collet; it is best to use compressed air or a brush to clean the dust.
REPLACEMENT OF CARBON
BRUSHES (fig 22)
1. Disconnect the plug from the power
supply.
2. Replace both carbon brushes when
either has less than 1/4” (6.4 mm)
length of carbon remaining, or if the
spring or wire is damaged or burned.
3. Using a slotted screwdriver, remove
the black plastic cap on each side of
the router motor and carefully withdraw the spring-loaded brush assemblies.
4. Keep brushes clean and sliding freely in their guide channels.
5. Insert new brush assemblies into the guide channels with the carbon part
going in first, being certain to fit the two metal “ears” into their slots in the
channel. Remember to replace both end caps after inspecting or servicing the
brushes.
6. Tighten the caps snugly, but do not overtighten. The router should be allowed
to “run in” (run at no load without a cutter bit) for 5 minutes before use, to
seat the new brushes properly.
MAINTENANCE
fig 22
Carbon brush
Cap
NOTICE:
To reinstall the same brushes, make sure that the brushes go back in
the same way they came out. This will avoid the need for a break-in period.
WARNING!
• For your safety, always turn off the switch and unplug the
router motor from the power source before performing any
maintenance or cleaning.
• Do not let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based products,
penetrating oil, etc., come into contact with plastic parts. They
contain chemicals that can damage, weaken, or destroy plastic.
• To ensure safety and reliability, all repairs should be performed
by a qualified service technician.
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