GB
Troubleshooting
The following chart contains information designed to assist in diagnosing and resolving
router problems.
Problem
Router will not operate
Router runs or cuts slowly
Makes an unusual sound
Excessive vibration
Heavy sparking occurs inside motor
housing
Fine Adjustment Knob (12) "clicks" or
not adjusting
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Possible cause
No supply of power
Brushes worn or sticking
Switch is faulty
Motor components faulty or short circuited
Blunt or damaged cutter
Variable Speed Dial (5) set low
Motor is overloaded
Mechanical obstruction
Armature has shorted sections
Incorrectly fitted or loose router bit
Bent or damaged router bit
Brushes not moving freely
Armature short circuited or open circuited
Commutator dirty
Plunge Lock Lever (13) engaged
Reached end of adjustment range
Solution
Check that power is available at source
Disconnect power, open Brush Access Covers (4) & (18) and ensure brushes are not
damaged or heavily worn
Have the tool serviced by an authorised Silverline service centre
Have the tool serviced by an authorised Silverline service centre
Resharpen or replace cutter
Increase variable speed setting
Reduce pushing force on router
Have the tool serviced by an authorised Silverline service centre
Have the tool serviced by an authorised Silverline service centre
Refit or tighten router bit
Replace router bit
Disconnect power, remove brushes, clean or replace
Have the tool serviced by an authorised Silverline service centre
Have the tool serviced by an authorised Silverline service centre
Release Plunge Lock Lever
Reset Fine Adjustment Knob and set depth with Depth Stop Adjuster (2)