Frued FT2200 3.25 hp router help

[gordonmt]

I have one of the new FT2200 routers and I am having trouble switching out the 1/2 collet for the 1/4 collet.
I have removed the nut and 1/2 collet and it seems that the collet should be pushed (forced) back through the nut (in the direction of the router motor) to remove the collet. Reverse the process should put the collet back into the nut.

Before I go forcing things on my brand new router, is this correct? Hand force does not seem to be sufficient to remove the 1/2 inch collet.

 

[DaveO]

It sounds like it does go that way, but takes a bit more force than you would think.
http://www.sawmillcreek.org/showthread.php?t=69539

Dave

 

[toolferone]

Dave good find on that thread. I agree with the person that suggested buying the extra nut. I did that on my DeWalt and it is so much easier.

 

[gordonmt]

Dave,
Thanks, I just went back out to the shop knowing what it's suppose to do and it behaved just like everyone said. Wiggle it a little and put the juice to it, and it comes out. I like the idea of a second nut. I think I might call old Fruedy tomorrow. I did a search before bugging everyone but did not find the thread you gave me. That was exactly what I was looking for.
Tom,
Sorry posted in the wrong spot. I was aiming for power tools and hit hand tools by mistake. Thanks for fixing it.