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FEATURES

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Collet ......................................................................... 1/4 in.
No Load Speed ..........................

.

........

 

35,000 

- 40,00 

RPM

Input ............................................... 120 V, 6.5 Amps, 60 Hz
Switch ......................................................................On / Off

OVERMOLDED GRIP AREA

The  base  grip  area  is  overmolded  for  improved  grip  and 

comfort.

REMOVABLE BASE

The removable base allows  clear access to the spindle.

ON / OFF SWITCH

The switch is located on front of the motor housing for easy 

access. 

SPINDLE LOCK

A spindle lock secures the spindle so that only one wrench 

is needed to loosen the collet nut or SpeedMill™ cutting 

tool.

HIGH-SPEED PERFORMANCE

The  fixed-speed  router  has  a  no-load  speed  between 

35,000  RPM  to  40,000  RPM.  This  allows  for  rapid  and 

smooth finishing of your lower receivers. 

UNPACKING

This  product  requires

  assembly.  Carefully 

  remove  the 

tool and any accessories from the 

box. Make sure that all 

items listed in the packing list are included.

WARNING

Do  not  use  this  product  if  it  is  not  completely 

assembled or if any parts appear to be missing 

or  damaged.  Use  of  a  product  that  is  not 

properly and completely assembled could result 

in serious personal injury.

Inspect the tool carefully to make sure no breakage or

damage occurred during shipping.

KNOW YOUR COMPACT ROUTER

See Figure 1

The safe use of this product requires an understanding 

of  the information on the product and in this operator’s 

manual as  well  as  a  knowledge  of  the  project  you  are 

attempting.  Before  use  of  this  product,  familiarize 

yourself with all operating features and safety rules.

PRECISION GROUND SPINDLE

The  router  has  a  custom  precision  ground  spindle 

designed for use with the 80 Percent Arms SpeedMill™ 

cutting  tools  which  significantly  reduces  run-out  and 

chatter compared to ordinary routers. 

DEPTH SCALE

A convenient inch and millimeter depth scale is located 

on the side of the motor housing.

RACK-AND-PINION DEPTH ADJUSTMENT

The  smooth  rack-and-pinion  depth  control  adjustment 

makes for quick and easy depth of cut adjustments.

MOTOR

A  powerful  6.5  amp  permanent  magnet  motor  has 

sufficient  power  to  handle  milling  6061  and  7075 

aluminum lower receivers.

BASE RELEASE LEVER

The  router  has  a  quick  release  base  release  lever  to 

make depth of cut adjustments quick and easy.

Do not discard the packing material until you have care-

fully inspected and satisfactorily operated the tool.

If  any  parts  are  damaged  or  missing,  please  call

(

949

)

354-2767 for assistance.

PACKING LIST

• Compact Router with Base and Subbase

• Colle

t

 Nut Wrench

• Collet

• Collet Nut

• Replacement Carbon Brush

 

Set

• Operator’s Manual

WARNING

:

This  is  a  high  speed  router  designed  to  be 

used  with  80%  Arms  SpeedMill™  tools  only.  Do 

not  use  any  cutters  with  this  router  that  are  not 

rated for use above 35,000 RPM. 

WARNING:

Do  not  attempt  to  modify  this  tool  or  use 

accessories  not  recommended  for  use  with  this 

tool as this 

can

 result in possible 

property damage 

and 

serious personal injury.

Summary of Contents for FST-1

Page 1: ...nual before using the router Always wear eye and hearing protection when using the router Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to comply with ANSI Z87 1 TABLE OF CONTENTS Power Tool Saf...

Page 2: ...ays wear eye protection Use protective dust mask non skid safety shoes and hearing protection to reduce and avoid personal injuries Prevent unintentional starting Ensure the switch is in the off posit...

Page 3: ...extension cord 50 feet or less in length A cord exceeding 100 feet is not recommended If in doubt use the next heavier gauge The smaller the gauge number the heavier the cord An undersized cord will...

Page 4: ...minor or moderate injury NOTICE Without Safety Alert Symbol Indicates important information not related to an injury hazard such as a situation that may result in property damage ELECTRICAL EXTENSION...

Page 5: ...ledge of the project you are attempting Before use of this product familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety rules PRECISION GROUND SPINDLE The router has a custom precision ground s...

Page 6: ...Push the base quick release lever to the closed position WARNING If the SpeedMill or collet nut is not tightened securely the cutter could come out during milling resulting in property damage and pos...

Page 7: ...ssary OPERATING THE COMPACT ROUTER Before starting the router unplug it and make sure the SpeedMill is securely tightened to the spindle and that the depth of cut is properly set to the appropriate ha...

Page 8: ...t the normal progress of the cutting action and there could be a slight kickback Kickback could be sufficient to spoil the finish of your lower and damage the cutting tool if you are not prepared Such...

Page 9: ...ion to lock the cutter in place Before use always check that the quick release locking lever nut tension is properly set so that the base does not accidentally slip while milling causing the depth of...

Page 10: ...k for wear If worn always replace in pairs Do not replace one side without replacing the other Replace the brush assembly Make sure the alignment of the brush lines up with the slot in the router for...

Page 11: ...O SpeedMill sold separately Fig 3 B A Subbase B Screws C Removable Base C A B D E 68PF LISTED TOOL E206252 1 1 2 0 MADE IN CHINA FABRIQUE EN CHINE FABRICADO EN CHINA 2401 120V 60Hz 5 5A no 20 000 30...

Page 12: ...abused misused or improperly maintained Modifications have been made to the tool IN NO EVENT SHALL 80 PERCENT ARMS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FROM THE SALE OR USE...

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