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Ryobi R161 Operator's Manual

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THANK YOU FOR BUYING A RYOBI ROUTER.
Your new router has been engineered and manufactured to Ryobi's high standard for dependability, ease of operation, and
operator safety. Properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance.
CAUTION: Carefully read through this entire operator's manual before using your new router.
Pay close attention to the Rules for Safe Operation, Warnings, and Cautions. If you use your router properly and only for what
it is intended, you will enjoy years of safe, reliable service.
Thank you again for buying a Ryobi router.
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
R161 ROUTER
DOUBLE INSULATED

SPECIFICATIONS:

Depth Of Cut
Collet
Horsepower
Rating
Amperes
No Load Speed
Net Weight
0 - 1-1/2 in. (0 - 38.1 mm)
1/4 in. (6.4 mm)
1-1/2 HP
120 Volts, 60Hz, AC Only
25,000 RPM
7.8 lbs. (3.5 kg)
8.0

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  • Page 1: Specifications

    CAUTION: Carefully read through this entire operator's manual before using your new router. Pay close attention to the Rules for Safe Operation, Warnings, and Cautions. If you use your router properly and only for what it is intended, you will enjoy years of safe, reliable service.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Pay close attention to the Rules for Safe Operation and all Safety Alert Symbols including Danger, Warning, and Caution. If you use your router properly and only for what it is intended, you will enjoy years of safe, reliable service. Page 2...

  • Page 3: Rules For Safe Operation

    WARNING: WEAR YOUR The operation of any router can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes, which can SAFETY GLASSES result in severe eye damage. Before beginning power tool operation, always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and a full face shield when needed.
  • Page 4 Safe operation of this power tool requires that you read and understand this operator's manual and all labels affixed to the tool. Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert, and knowing how your router works. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL. Read the operator's manual carefully.
  • Page 5 WHEN USING THIS ROUTER WITH A ROUTER TABLE, HELP PREVENT POSSIBLE SERIOUS INJURY BY KEEPING THE CUTTER GUARDED AT ALL TIMES. Use only UL listed router tables, with guards, that have been designed for use on routers that are of this type, size, and weight.

  • Page 6: Electrical And Unpacking

    If any parts are missing, do not operate your router until the missing parts are replaced. Failure to do so could result in possible serious personal injury. Carefully lift router from the carton and place it on a level work surface. Do not discard the packing materials until you have carefully inspected the router, identified all parts, and satisfactorily operated your new router.

  • Page 7: Features

    A clear plastic chip shield is installed on the front of your router for protection against flying dust and chips. The shield is designed to fit the front opening of the router base. See Figure 1. If necessary to remove chip shield, squeeze the tabs on each end and pull outward.

  • Page 8: Adjustments

    Figure 2. To activate lock: (1) push the spindle lock in, (2) slide into lock position then, (3) release the spindle lock. Place your router upside down on a table, then turn the collet nut with a wrench until the lock mechanism inter- locks. See Figure 3.

  • Page 9: Adjustments

    The bottom ring is convenient when using your router mounted to a router table. The indicator point on the base should also be used when using your router mounted to a router table.

  • Page 10: Operation

    When using your router hold it firmly with both hands as shown in Figure 8 . Turn router on and let motor build to its full speed, then gradually feed cutter into workpiece. Remain alert and watch what you are doing.
  • Page 11 TOO SLOW FEEDING (Continued) In addition, it is more difficult to control a router when the bit is scraping instead of cutting. With practically no load on the motor the bit will be revolving at close to top RPM, and will...

  • Page 12: Starting/Ending A Cut Internal Routing

    WARNING: Keep a firm grip on router with both hands at all times. Failure to do so could result in loss of control leading to possible serious injury. ROUTING Whenever you are routing a groove, your travel should be in a direction that places whatever guide you are using at the right-hand side.
  • Page 13 WARNING: Keep a firm grip on router with both hands at all times. Failure to do so could result in loss of control leading to possible serious injury. FREEHAND ROUTING See Figure 14. When used freehand, your router becomes a flexible and versatile tool.

  • Page 14: Maintenance

    #10-32 PAN HEAD SCREW BASE WARNING: Do not use with router tables that fail to conform to safe wood working practices and offer proper guarding for the cutter. Failure to comply can result in an accident causing possible serious injury.

  • Page 15: Optional Accessories

    4070176 Template Guide Adapter For Porter Cable Rockwell and B&D Template Guides 6090080 Straight Guide For Ryobi Routers - Model Nos. R160, R161, R165, R175, R180, RE170, RE170VS, RE175, and RE185 MAINTENANCE Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operating your router.

  • Page 16: Parts Ordering / Service

    OPERATOR'S MANUAL R161 ROUTER DOUBLE INSULATED EXTENSION CORD CAUTION When using a power tool at a considerable distance from a power source, be sure to use an extension cord that has the capacity to handle the current the tool will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage, resulting in overheating and loss of power.

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