Electronic Overload Protection
(For Cat. Nos. 5616 & 5625 Series
only)
These tools are equipped with an elec-
tronic overload protection feature.
If the motor shuts off during use, push the
On/Off switch to the "O" position for three
(3) seconds. This will reset the electron-
ics in the tool. Push the On/Off switch to
the "I" to continue use.
Using the Variable Speed Dial
(For Cat. Nos. 5616 & 5625 Series
only)
The variable speed dial allows the user to
adjust the rotating speed (RPM) of the tool.
Variable speed dial settings range from
numbers (7) seven through (1) one. Higher
numbers correspond to higher speeds and
lower number correspond to lower
speeds.
To change the speed, set the variable
speed control dial to the desired number
(Fig 19).
Fig. 19
Soft Start (For Cat. Nos. 5616 & 5625
Series only)
The Soft-Start feature reduces the amount
of torque reaction to the tool and the user.
This feature gradually increases the motor
speed up from zero to the speed set by
the variable speed dial.
Feedback Control (For Cat. Nos. 5616
& 5625 Series only)
The electronic speed control system
allows the tool to maintain constant speed
between no-load and load conditions.
WARNING!
To reduce the risk of injury,
always wear eye protection.
To reduce the risk of explosion,
electric shock and property
damage, always check the work
area for hidden pipes and wires
before routing.
Making the Cut
The speed and depth of cut will depend
largely on the type of material being worked.
Keep the cutting pressure constant but do
not use excessive force on the router so
the motor speed slows excessively. It may
be necessary on exceptionally hard woods
or problem materials to make more than
one pass to get the desired depth of cut.
Before beginning the cut on the actual
workpiece, it is advisable to take a sample
cut on a scrap piece of lumber. This will
show you exactly how the cut will look as
well as enable you to check dimensions.
Always be sure the workpiece is secure
before routing. When routing edges, the
router should be held firmly down and
against the work using handles.
Since the cutter rotates clockwise, more
efficient cutting will be obtained if the router
is moved from left to right as you stand
facing the work. The arrows on the base
of the tool indicate the direction of bit rota-
tion. When working on the outside of an
edge, move router in a counterclockwise
direction (Fig. 20).
Fig. 20
Work
Router feed
Bit rotation
Top view
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When working on an inside edge, move
the router in a clockwise direction (Fig. 21).
Fig. 21
Direction
of feed
Moving the router in the opposite direction
is known as "climb cutting."
MAINTENANCE
WARNING!
To reduce the risk of injury,
always unplug your tool before
performing any maintenance.
Never disassemble the tool or try
to do any rewiring on the tool's
electrical system. Contact a
MILWAUKEE service facility for
ALL repairs.
Maintaining Tools
Keep your tool in good repair by adopting a
regular maintenance program. Before use,
examine the general condition of your tool.
Inspect guards, switches, tool cord set and
extension cord for damage. Check for
loose screws, misalignment, binding of
moving parts, improper mounting, broken
parts and any other condition that may af-
fect its safe operation. If abnormal noise
or vibration occurs, turn the tool off imme-
diately and have the problem corrected
before further use. Do not use a damaged
tool. Tag damaged tools "DO NOT USE" until
repaired (see "Repairs").
Under normal conditions, relubrication is
not necessary until the motor brushes
need to be replaced. After six months to
one year, depending on use, return your
tool to the nearest MILWAUKEE service
facility for the following:
•
Lubrication
•
Brush inspection and replacement
WARNING!
To reduce the risk of injury, avoid
"climb cutting." Climb cutting
increases the potential for loss of
control of the tool and damage to
the workpiece. If climb cutting
can not be avoided, use extreme
caution.
•
Mechanical inspection and cleaning
(gears, spindles, bearings, housing,
etc.)
•
Electrical inspection (switch, cord,
armature, etc.)
•
Testing to assure proper mechanical
and electrical operation
Cleaning
Clean dust and debris from vents. Keep
the tool handles clean, dry and free of oil
or grease. Use only mild soap and a damp
cloth to clean your tool since certain clean-
ing agents and solvents are harmful to plas-
tics and other insulated parts. Some of
these include: gasoline, turpentine, lacquer
thinner, paint thinner, chlorinated cleaning
solvents, ammonia and household deter-
gents containing ammonia. Never use flam-
mable or combustible solvents around
tools.
WARNING!
To reduce the risk of injury,
electric shock and damage to the
tool, never immerse your tool in
liquid or allow a liquid to flow
inside the tool.
Repairs
If your tool is damaged, return the entire
tool to the nearest service center.
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