Switch Replacement - Ryobi R160 Owner's Operating Manual

SWITCH REPLACEMENT

See Figure 16.
1. Before attempting to replace the switch on your router,
you must know the model of your router (Model No.
R160 or Model No. R165). To replace switch, follow the
steps and illustrations below.
2. UNPLUG YOUR ROUTER.
WARNING:
Failure to unplug your router could result in accidental
starting causing serious injury.
3. Remove screws (A) and handle cover (B). See Figure
16.
4. NOTE THE LOCATION OF THE MOLDED BEND
RELIEF (C) ON THE POWER HANDLE CORD. ALSO
POWER HANDLE CORD
POWER HANDLE CORD
MAINTENANCE
SWITCH REPLACEMENT FOR MODEL NO. R160
C
D
B
SWITCH REPLACEMENT FOR MODEL NO. R165
C
B
D
NOTE ALL WIRING IN THE HANDLE AND HOW EACH
LEAD IS CONNECTED TO THE SWITCH. Connections
and wiring position must be identical when installing
new switch. See Figure 16.
5. Remove leads from switch (D) by inserting a 1/32 in.
diameter nail or pin into switch lead receptacle and
pulling on lead as shown in figure 16. Remove nail or
pin with a twisting, pulling motion.
6. Make lead connections to new switch. Push each lead
as far as possible into proper switch receptacle. Pull on
leads to check lead connections with lead receptacles.
7. Locate switch in handle and place leads so they won't
be pinched or contact screws when handle cover is
replaced.
8. Make sure molded bend relief (C) is correctly positioned
in switch handle, then replace handle cover and screws.
9. Tighten all screws securely.
BLACK LEAD
A
WHITE LEAD
SWITCH
WHITE LEAD
A
RED
WORKLIGHT LEAD
RED POWER
CORD LEAD
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1/32 INCH DIAMETER
NAIL OR PIN
1/32 INCH DIAMETER
BLACK LEAD
NAIL OR PIN
SWITCH
RED
WORKLIGHT LEAD
Fig. 16