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Your new router has been engineered and manufactured to our Ryobi's high standard for dependability, ease of
operation, and operator safety. When properly cared for, the router will give you years of rugged, trouble-free
performance.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator's manual before using this product.
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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
RE1802M ROUTER
With R181FB Fixed Base, R181PF Plunge
Base, and R181D D-Handle Base
Double Insulated
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- Page 1 Your new router has been engineered and manufactured to our Ryobi’s high standard for dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety. When properly cared for, the router will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance. WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator’s manual before using this product.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Parts, Ordering, and Service ... 24 This router has many features for making its use more pleasant and enjoyable. Safety, performance, and dependability have been given top priority in the design of this tool making it easy to maintain and operate. -
Page 3: General Safety Rules
WARNING! Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below, may result in elec- tric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WORK AREA ■ Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered benches and dark areas invite accidents. ■... -
Page 4: Specific Safety Rules
SERVICE ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel. Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury. ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation where the cutting tool may contact hidden wiring or its own cord. -
Page 5: Symbols
Important: Some of the following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer. SYMBOL NAME Volts Amperes Hertz Watt Minutes Alternating Current Direct Current... -
Page 6: Electrical
For service, we suggest you return the tool to your nearest authorized service center for repair. When servicing, use only identical Ryobi replacement parts. WARNING: The double insulated system is intended to protect the user from shock resulting from a break in the tool's internal wiring. -
Page 7: Features
This new router is equipped with the following features. See Figure 1. MOTOR The router kit has a powerful 10 amp motor with sufficient power to handle tough routing jobs. It delivers 2 peak horsepower for heavy duty performance. SWITCH The router has a conveniently located rocker switch. -
Page 8: Unpacking
FEATURES GOLD SPINDLE HANDLE LOCK BUTTON PLUNGE BASE D-HANDLE BASE UNPACKING PACKING LIST Router Fixed Base, Plunge Base, and D-Base Collet Adaptor Collet Wrench Tool Bag Template Guide Bushing Kit Straight Guide Operator's Manual Warranty Registration Card... -
Page 9: Operation
TURNING THE ROUTER ON/OFF See Figure 2. ■ To turn on the router: Move the switch to the I position. ■ To turn off the router: Move the switch to the O position. OPERATING THE ROUTER See Figure 3. - Page 10 WARNING: Failure to unplug the tool could result in accidental starting causing serious injury. 2. Place the router upside down with the Ryobi label away from you. 3. Loosen the locking arm on the base. 4. Depress and hold the gold spindle lock button. The gold spindle lock button will not depress fully unless it is in line with the hole in the collet.
- Page 11 WARNING: Failure to unplug the tool could result in accidental starting causing serious injury. 2. Place the router on a flat surface. 3. Loosen the locking knob. 4. Depress and hold the gold spindle lock button. The gold spindle lock button will not depress fully unless it is in line with the hole in the collet.
- Page 12 2. Depress the gold spindle lock button. 3. Place the router upside down on a workbench in order to gain easy access to collet nut. 4. Loosen the collet nut by turning it counterclockwise with the wrench provided.
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Page 13: Adjusting Depth Of Cut
Based on these considerations, choose a depth of cut that will not place excessive strain on the router motor. If you find that extra force is needed or that the motor speed slows down considerably, turn off the router and reduce the depth of cut. - Page 14 2. Place the router on a flat surface. 3. Loosen the stop bar knob. 4. Unlock the plunge lock lever. 5. Plunge the router until the tip of the cutter touches the flat surface. 6. Lock the plunge lock lever.
- Page 15 See Figures 14 and 15. When routing, the cutter rotates clockwise. Therefore, you should feed the router into the workpiece from left to right. When you feed the router from left to right, the rotation of the cutter pulls the router against the workpiece.
- Page 16 The best rate of feed is one that does not slow down the router motor more than one-third of its no-load speed. If the router is fed too fast, it will take large chips out of the wood and leave gouge marks. If the router is fed too slow, it will scorch or burn the wood.
- Page 17 This will also assure a uniform depth when the final pass is completed. ROUTING Your router is a versatile tool and can be used for many different applications. You may rout grooves, carve designs using a template, carve designs by freehand, taper table and chair legs, mortise door jambs, or create joints.
- Page 18 When using a router table, large router bits should be used for edging only. Do not use router bits that are larger in diameter than the opening in router subbase for any purpose.
- Page 19 Then, slowly back the router to shape the corner. Next, move the router forward to shape the rest of the edge. Be careful to keep the pilot pressed against the uncut edge.
- Page 20 Secure the template to the workpiece. Set the router to the desired depth of cut and turn it on. Place the router subbase on the template with the collar of the guide bushing against the edge of the template.
- Page 21 ■ Set the straight guide to a desired location. ■ To secure the straight guide, install the two knob screws into the tapped holes in the base of the router. ■ Tighten both knob screws securely. OPERATION...
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Page 22: Maintenance
WARNING: When servicing use only identical Ryobi replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage. GENERAL Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. - Page 23 NOTES...
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Page 24: Parts, Ordering, And Service
Now that you have purchased your tool, should a need ever exist for repair parts or service, simply contact your nearest Ryobi Authorized Service Center. Be sure to provide all pertinent facts when you call or visit. Please call 1-800-525-2579 for your nearest Ryobi Authorized Service Center.