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Ridgid Router R2401 2018: Router won't turn on

Wed, 06 Apr 2022 18:18:00 -0700

The guide light comes on so I know it’s getting power

⟐ Commented April 06, 2022 at 18:18 MST

Craftsman Router 32017543 2014: router will power up running a slow speed

Thu, 20 Mar 2025 15:00:14 -0700

routine will run when turn on but will not come up to high rpm,s

Porter Cable Router 75192 TYPE 3 2016: not turning on when plugged in to outlet

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 17:59:16 -0700

What is wrong with router that will not turn on?

⟐ Answered February 16, 2026 at 17:59 MST

Craftsman Router 31517504 2017: Removing the router motor to mount in a router table

Thu, 22 May 2025 20:50:09 -0700

I want to mount my router in the lift of my router table. How do I remove the motor from the router?

⟐ Answered May 22, 2025 at 20:50 MST

Porter Cable 690LR: Porque este router gira en sentido contrario? Como se arregla?

Mon, 12 May 2025 15:11:59 -0700

Why tris router turns in the wrong way?

⟐ Answered May 12, 2025 at 15:11 MST

Porter Cable Router 690LRVS TYPE 1 2005: Why did my Porter Cable router speed slow to half during use?

Thu, 22 Feb 2024 16:20:17 -0700

My Porter Cable router 690lrvs slowed to about half speed while I was using it. Any ideas on what would cause this ? Speed controller??

⟐ Commented February 22, 2024 at 16:20 MST

Bosch Router: Bosch 1604 1/4" replacement collet chuck

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 09:46:25 -0700

Where can I purchase a replacement 1/4" collet chuck for my Bosch 1604 router? Is the a compatible router? I think that Makita and Bosch interact but not quite sure.

⟐ Edited December 22, 2025 at 9:46 MST

Porter Cable 690LR: Why does my router keep jamming?

Sun, 23 Oct 2016 17:47:31 -0700

While using the device, it stops working, but is still on and the bit appears to be stuck in a static position.

⟐ Answered October 23, 2016 at 17:47 MST

Porter Cable 690LR: Why does my router overheat after a short period of time?

Wed, 26 Oct 2016 11:22:40 -0700

After using the router for a prolonged period of time, the device begins to overheat, and feel hot.

⟐ Answer edited October 26, 2016 at 11:22 MST

Porter Cable 690LR: Why won’t my router turn on?

Sun, 23 Oct 2016 17:13:29 -0700

When I switch the power button to the on setting it does not turn on.

⟐ Answered October 23, 2016 at 17:13 MST

Craftsman Router 3151746 2017: I'm asking if anyone knows how to wire this

Sat, 07 Mar 2026 05:18:53 -0700

Can someone please tell me how to wire this what wires go with what wires I have white red black then coming out of the cord black and white

⟐ Commented March 07, 2026 at 5:18 MST

Craftsman Router 31517491 2017: Replacement bolt and wing nut

Thu, 08 Jan 2026 11:38:51 -0700

I have used this router for many years. The threads on the wing nut and bolt, used to tighten the depth adjustment, have worn out. I can not find a replacement part to remedy this. Any suggestions?

Bosch Router 1617EVS 2011: Cause of speed reduction and cut off

Wed, 18 Jun 2025 20:35:36 -0700

Router reduces speed and cuts off

Milwaukee Router 561620 A19A 2016: Wire separated from brushes

Mon, 07 Oct 2024 03:33:57 -0700

I switched the brushes and not working correctly sparks bad a cuts in and out of power. How can I fix it

Craftsman Router 31526921 2017: Depth adjustment ring stuck

Mon, 06 May 2024 12:30:58 -0700

The depth adjustment ring is stuck, can’t rotate to adjust depth???

Porter Cable Router 8902 TYPE 2 2012: My router won’t turn on?

Tue, 19 Jan 2021 20:33:40 -0700

Router won’t turn on.