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model no. 054-2433-0 | contact us 1-888-670-6682
TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM
Possible Causes
Solution
The router does not
work.
Plug is not plugged into
the power source.
Plug the cord into the
power source.
Switch is in “OFF”
position.
Move the switch to “ON”
position.
The carbon brushes are
worn.
Remove the brush caps and
replace the old brushes
with new ones.
The results of the
router cuts are not
smooth.
The bit is dull.
Change to a sharp bit.
Bit cannot be
installed.
Bit size is inappropriate
for the collet.
Use only 1/4” (6.4 mm)
diameter bits with the 1/4”
(6.4 mm) collet; use only
1/2” (12.7 mm) diameter
bits with the 1/2” (12.7 mm)
collet.
Bit cannot be
removed.
Bit sticks together with
the collet.
Remove the collet and bit
together and then knock
the bit out from the collet.
The motor cannot be
clamped tightly.
The locking nut of the
fixed or plunge base is
loose.
Rotate the locking nut
clockwise to adjust the
degree of the tightness.
Wood dust has entered
the base or the motor
clamp.
Use compressed air or
brush to clean the dust.
The motor cannot
be installed into the
base smoothly.
Wood dust has
accumulated on the base
or the motor housing.
Use compressed air or
brush to clean the dust.
If the problem remains unsolved after performing the checks described above,
call the toll-free helpline at 1-888-670-6682.
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