Craftsman 320.28190 - Manual (Page 23)

DETACHABLE POWER CORD (Fig 11)
The router has a detachable
power cord for easy carrying
and storage.
Note: Always attach the Detach­
able Power Cord to the Router
before connecting the Power
Cord to the power source
Before turning the router on,
connect the end of the power
cord with two sockets to the
power outlet located on the
router motor’s top cap (See
indicator label on the Router).
Electronic Variable Speed Control
The electronic speed control feature allows router motor speed to be matched to
cutter size and material hardness for an improved finisii and extended bit life.
Variable Speed Selection Chart
Never exceed these bit spe4ds
Cutting Bit Diameter Max. Speed
Up to 1 in. (25mm) , 6
1-1/4 in. to 2 in. (30-50mm) . 4-5
2-1/4 in. to 2-1/2 in. (55-65 mm) : 2-3
3 in. to 3-1/2 in. (75-90mm) 1 -2
Reduce the speed when using extra large 1 in. plus, orjheavy cutting bits. Chang­
ing the router’s rate of feed can also improve the quality of the cut.
DIAL SETTING RPM APPLICATION
1 12,000 Non-ferrous metal, hardwoods, larger diameter
cutting bits
2 14,000
3 16,000
4 18,000 Softwoods, plastics, countertops, smaller diam­
eter cutting bits
5 20,000
6 25,000
The speed charts above indicate the relationship between speed settings and the
cutting application. Exact settings are determined by operator experience and
preference, and also by recommendations by manufacturers of cutting bits.
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