A DeWalt router is a power tool used for cutting wood, plastic, and aluminum. You can use a router for a variety of tasks, such as cutting dovetails, dadoes, and slots, trimming edges, and creating custom wood inlays.

• This router does not have any fuses, therefore it does not require to be thermally protected. Keep in mind the manual makes no mention of thermal protection.  It only mentions that you can damage the motor by overheating (if you push the tool too hard).