The manual says: &ldquo;Continuous use in variable speed range is not recommended. It may damage the switch and should be avoided.&rdquo; &ndash; What does that mean?
599179
Sounds like a question that relates to components used in the construction of the unit. I would suggest contacting the manufacturer for this answer.
757076
No, a simple dimmer switch cannot be used and will burn out the motor. Simple dimmers reduce the voltage; this model uses an AC motor. That means that the running speed of the motor depends on the line frequency (60 Hz in the USA). If you reduce the voltage, the speed will not decrease because the line frequency is still 60 Hz; the wall dimmer has no effect on frequency. What will happen is that the motor will "try" to continue to run a the same rpm (about 850 for this model), and will draw more current to make up for the reduced voltage from the dimmer. Increased current will cause the motor to overheat and burn out. If you want a variable speed fan, you need one with a DC motor. Panasonic has several, you would have to look at them - but I am not sure Panasonic offers a DC version at this high flow rating. Sorry this may not be what you want to hear, but that's the deal.
196069
Basically you're correct, it gives you 3 variable torque ranges to work with. This comes handy if you're say driving a bolt into an aluminum based material for instance, the lower settings reduces your torque level so you don't strip your threads or break the bolt heads with the shaft stuck in your work piece. The settings aren't there necessarily to save battery life. Remember the speed switch isn't a mechanical switch where gears are changed to reduce RPM, it's more like a shunted resistor network, Position 1 has a higher resistor in the circuit while position 3 would have the full power coming from the battery. Basically you're correct, it gives you 3 variable torque ranges to work with. This comes handy if you're say driving a bolt into an aluminum based material for instance, the lower settings reduces your torque level so you don't strip your threads or break the bolt heads with the shaft stuck in your work piece. The settings aren't there necessarily to save battery life. Remember the speed switch isn't a mechanical switch where gears are changed to reduce RPM, it's more like a shunted resistor network, Position 1 has a higher resistor in the circuit while position 3 would have the full power... » Read More Basically you're correct, it gives you 3 variable torque ranges to work with. This comes handy if you're say driving a bolt into an aluminum based material for instance, the lower settings reduces your torque level so you don't strip your threads or break the bolt heads with the shaft stuck in your work piece. The settings aren't there necessarily to save battery life. Remember the speed switch isn't a mechanical switch where gears are changed to reduce RPM, it's more like a shunted resistor network, Position 1 has a higher resistor in the circuit while position 3 would have the full power coming from the battery. « Show Less
939488
The 006706-000-000 has not been tested for continuous use until it shorts out. We do not recommend trying it.
1024590
Very fast, it can switch 40 times per second. I think your problem is going to be on the other end. What are you trying to turn on and off 40 times per second? Can that handle going on and off that fast. I use this with solenoid valves and I know they have to long of a delay energizing to go that fast.
139709
I have not noticed any loss using this switch. I have no actual scientific data to back up my claim, however. It is not a splitter, but a switch so the degradation should be limited to whatever is lost in the actual circuitry inside the switch.
1621201
I never used the switch. Mine works okay. You must have received a defective unit. Return or exchange it ASAP
544522
It is continuously variable within two speed ranges. It's a great drill. I've had no problems.
727120
Hi. My take on this switch, which I have been using in my system literally for decades, is that it is not picky about voltage. It works just fine for me as a pressure switch for my 24volt dc pump.
1489866
The toggle switch is worth the money it operates just fine no problems, hope this helps.
1385805
There is usually a mechanical difference to prevent that. Higher voltage will usually damage anything designed to operate at a lower voltage, and vice versa.
1670296
I can not answer that for sure but the wiring and controls are sealed so I would personally never hesitate to use it in any situation. Hope this is helpful.
931231
I actually don't know about continuous use and manufacturers recommendations. We use ours in our screened in porch but like all heaters caution would be needed. Could it get knocked over by animals or people? If so I wouldn't leave it unattended. It doesn't have any additional safety features to shut off automatically. I personally would not use it for continuous use.
445606
Mine never made it long enough for the battery to die, the switch went bad or the frequency was lost between the switch and the receiver, I changed the battery thinking that was the cause of my issues but that was not the case. I just gave up and did hard wiring, this item was very unreliable.
1058031
There's no spec on the switch over speed. From my experience, I would describe that there is a blink between the switch.
181593
I've never set mine up for manual use. In my opinion I don't see why it wouldn't work. During normal use it's controlled by a control box and is switched on and off as needed. One switch should be as good as another. Good luck with it.
781408
I would not recommend doing that because of the current load. The switch has a 10 amp (PEAK) rating. I would not recommend using it for more than 5 amperes of continuous current, more than that for any lengthy duration would likely increase risk for breakdown and potential fire. If you are using it for very low power devices, you could do that, but I would check the current rating of everything you daisy-chain from it very carefully before doing that.