SERVICE
• Any damage to the router should be repaired and
carefully inspected by qualified repair personnel before
use. Service or maintenance performed by unqualified
personnel could result in injury.
• Servicing should only be carried out by authorised
Triton Repair Centres using original Triton replacement
parts. Follow instructions carefully and refer to
'Troubleshooting' for problem identification and advice.
Use of unauthorised or faulty parts may create a risk of
electric shock or injury.
• Triton Precision Tools will not be responsible for any
damage or injury caused by unauthorised repair of the
router or by mishandling of the tool.
BRUSH REPLACEMENT
The carbon brushes are a consumable item which should
be inspected periodically and replaced when worn. Failure
to do so may result in damage to the motor.
TROUBLESHOOTING
The following chart contains information designed to assist in diagnosing and resolving router problems.
SYMPTOM
Router will not operate
Router runs slowly
Makes an unusual sound
Excessive vibration
GB
Heavy sparking occurs inside
motor housing
Service / Trouble Shooting
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1. With the router disconnected from power, unscrew
the Brush Caps (3) located on the front and rear of the
motor.
2. Remove the brushes by pulling carefully on the
protruding springs.
3. If either of the brushes is
worn to less than 6mm
long, they must both be
replaced using genuine
Triton replacement brushes
- available from Authorised
Triton Repair Centres.
POWER CORD REPLACEMENT
If the supply cord needs replacing, the
task must be carried out by the manufacturer, the
manufacturer's agent,
or an authorised service centre in order
to avoid a safety hazard.
POSSIBLE CAUSE
• No power supply
• Brushes worn or sticking
• Switch is faulty
• Motor components open or short
circuited
• Blunt or damaged cutter
• Variable speed set low
• Motor is overloaded
• Mechanical obstruction
• Armature has shorted sections
• End of adjustment range is
reached
• Plunge lock lever incorrectly
positioned
• Armature short circuited or open
circuited
• Commutator dirty
REMEDY
• Check power is available at source
• Disconnect power, open brush caps and
ensure brushes move freely in the holders.
Check whether the brushes require
replacing – see 'Brush Replacement'
(above)
• Go to www.tritontools.com for your nearest
repair agent
• Go to www.tritontools.com for your nearest
repair agent
• Re-sharpen or replace cutter
• Increase variable speed setting.
• Reduce pushing force on router.
• Go to www.tritontools.com for your nearest
repair agent
• Go to www.tritontools.com for your nearest
repair agent
• Replace cutter
• Disconnect power, remove brushes, clean
or replace
• Go to www.tritontools.com for your nearest
repair agent
• Go to www.tritontools.com for your nearest
repair agent
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