Festool Plunge Router I - Manual (Page 24)

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Troubleshooting
Symptom Possible Causes
Motor does not start
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Check that the cord is properly plugged into the router and into an
outlet.
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Make sure the ou e circuit breaker or try
another outlet.
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If used with a Fes
pointing to "Auto". The auxiliary outlet on the dust extractor has power
only when the se
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Inspect the power c
missing prongs.
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The motor brushes
tlet has power. Check th
tool dust extractor, make sure the selector switch is
lector is at Auto.
ord (including extension cords) for damage or
may have worn and need replacement.
Router does not plunge smoothly
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Make sure the plunge lock knob is loose.
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Clean the plunge
damage.
posts (columns) and inspect for scratches and
Router bits slip in the collet
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The collet and ma nd oil
in the wood. Clean the tapered surfaces:
1. Remove the collet from the router.
2. Using a plastic scrubbing pad, clean the outer taper of the collet.
3. Using a plastic scrubbing pad, clean the interior taper of the arbor.
4. Make sure there is no plastic or metal debris left over from the
cleaning, and reinsert the collet.
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If router bits have spun inside the collet, it may be damaged and need
replacement.
ting arbor taper can become pitted from acids a
Routed profile burns
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The router bit is dull.
router speed is too fast.
d speed is too slow.
aterials are prone to burning. Take a shallow clean-up pass
with a higher feed rate.
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If the burn is below the profile, then the router bit guide bearing (if
n.
t from the router and spin the bearing with your finger.
If the bearing spins roughly, it needs replacement.
ing should coast for about one revolution when spun
with your finger. If it coasts more than one revolution, it is worn.
earing or bit.
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The
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The fee
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Some m
present) is wor
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Remove the bi
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A good bear
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Replace the b
Router vibrates excessively
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If a large diameter router bit is slightly out of balance, it will vibrate at
duce the router speed. If the vibration is severe, discard
the router bit.
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The router bit shaft may be bent. Discard the bit if the shaft is bent.
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The router bearings may be worn and need replacement. Send the
router in for service.
high speed. Re