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"RichardS" wrote
Make sure the switch can be locked on - it seems that a trend (no pun intended!) in the lower-end routers is for non-locking switches, which IMHO actually makes the tool more dangerous for handheld use (you can end up in contortions trying to hold the switch down whilst working round a piece) and also makes it pretty damned useless for mounting in a table. EN50144-2-17 - particular requirements for Router 20.11 A router that is fitted with either: - a spring loaded base which protects the cutten when not in use, or - a self-closing guard which is not lockable in the open position, may have a mains switch which is lockable in the "ON" position. All other routers shall be fitted with a mains switch which switches off automatically when the operating means is released. Some brands (eg Bosch) get around this by supplying a U shape metal clip that will fit over the switch and lock it on for use when mounted on a table (with NVR switch). Doubt the Challenge one has such a clip - you may find a cable tie or a jubilee clip does an adequate DIY job. this would be more sensible than opening the tool and rewiring to bypass the switch. |
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