This document discusses methods for controlling the speed of a DC series motor. It first defines a DC series motor as one that is used where high torque is required. It then lists four main methods for controlling the speed: flux control via diverting field current, armature resistance control by adding a variable resistor, armature voltage control by varying the voltage, and armature current control by reducing current at constant voltage. The advantages are highly controllable speed over a wide range, while the disadvantages are unreliable at low speeds and difficulty achieving stepless speed control for high power.