Router and switch operation
This section explains operation of the switch with the power cord plugged into the extension
cord.
The router will turn ON when the red paddle on the switch box is pulled up to the ON
position.
1. Position the ON/OFF switch on the router in the ON position. On certain routers this will
require the use of the switch trigger and "LOCK-ON" button. (Consult router owner's manual.)
Make sure the switch on the switch box is in the OFF position when doing this.
2. To turn the router ON, pull up the red paddle to the ON position.
3. To turn the router OFF, press the red paddle to the OFF position.
Circuit reset button
NOTE: In the event of an overload, the internal switch circuit breaker will trip the switch box
assembly OFF. This will interrupt power to the router and any accessory plugged into the
switch itself. If this occurs, proceed as follows:
1. Push the red plastic paddle to the OFF position and unplug the switch cord from the wall
outlet or extension cord.
2. Turn router switch to OFF position.
3. Remove the workpiece from the router table.
4. Correct the cause of the overload situation. For example, if too many accessories are plugged
into the switch, or combined amperage exceeds the switch rating, remove the accessory.
Other causes include the removal of too much stock or use of too high a feed rate.
5. Press the circuit reset button on the bottom of the switch box.
6. Plug the switch power cord into the wall outlet or extension cord.
7. Restart the router as described in the section ROUTER AND SWITCH OPERATION on
this page.
WARNING
Unplug ALL electrical connections.
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Remove the switch from the router table and obtain a replacement switch by calling
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SKIL customer service at 1-877-SKIL-999.
When the router table is not in use
1. Make sure the switch is in the OFF position.
2. Remove the lockout key (15).
3. Store the lockout key in a safe location where it is not available to children and other
unauthorized persons.
4. Unplug the switch power cord from the wall outlet or extension cord.
5. Remove the router bit from the router.
6. Position the router collet assembly below the top of the router table.
NOTE: If the key should become lost or damaged, replacement keys are available by
calling SKIL customer service at 1-877-SKIL-999.
If the switch case does not work and you have tried to RESET the
circuit reset button as described above:
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