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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
RE1802M ROUTER
With R181FB Fixed Base, R181PF Plunge
Base, and R181D D-Handle Base
Double Insulated
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.
Thank you for buying a Ryobi product.
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
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■ Introduction .................................................................................................................................................................... 2
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■ General Safety Rules.................................................................................................................................................. 3-4
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■ Specific Safety Rules ..................................................................................................................................................... 4
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■ Symbols ......................................................................................................................................................................... 5
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■ Electrical ........................................................................................................................................................................ 6
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■ Features...................................................................................................................................................................... 7-8
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■ Unpacking...................................................................................................................................................................... 8
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■ Operation .................................................................................................................................................................. 9-21
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■ Maintenance ................................................................................................................................................................ 22
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■ Parts, Ordering, and Service ....................................................................................................................................... 24
Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It
means attention!!! Your safety is involved.
WARNING:
The operation of any tool can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes, which can result in
severe eye damage. Before beginning operation, always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side
shields and a full face shield when needed. We recommend Wide Vision Safety Mask for use over
eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with side shields. Always wear eye protection which is marked to
comply with ANSI Z87.1.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION
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.
WARNING:
Do not attempt to operate this tool until you read thoroughly and understand completely all instructions,
safety rules, etc. contained in this manual and on the product. Failure to comply can result in accidents
involving fire, electric shock, or serious personal injury. Save operator's manual and review frequently for
continuing safe operation, and instructing others who may use this tool.
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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.
■ Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres,
such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases,
or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the
dust or fumes.
■ Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while
operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to
lose control.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
■ Double insulated tools are equipped with a polarized
plug (one blade is wider than the other). This plug will
fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does
not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still
does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install a
polarized outlet. Do not change the plug in any way.
Double insulation eliminates the need for the three-
wire grounded power cord and grounded power supply
system.
■ Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such as
pipes, radiators, ranges, and refrigerators. There is an
increased risk of electric shock if your body is grounded.
■ Don’t expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.
Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of elec-
tric shock.
■ Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord to carry
the tools or pull the plug from an outlet. Keep cord
away from heat, oil, sharp edges, or moving parts.
Replace damaged cords immediately. Damaged cords
increase the risk of electric shock.
■ When operating a power tool outside, use an outdoor
extension cord marked “W-A” or “W”. These cords are
rated for outdoor use and reduce the risk of electric shock.
PERSONAL SAFETY
■ Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use com-
mon sense when operating a power tool. Do not use
tool while tired or under the influence of drugs, alco-
hol, or medication. A moment of inattention while oper-
ating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
■ Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jew-
elry. Contain long hair. Keep your hair, clothing, and
gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jew-
elry, or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
■ Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch is off be-
fore plugging in. Carrying tools with your finger on the
switch or plugging in tools that have the switch on invites
accidents.
■ Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning
the tool on. A wrench or a key that is left attached to a
rotating part of the tool may result in personal injury.
■ Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance
at all times. Proper footing and balance enables better
control of the tool in unexpected situations.
■ Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection.
Dust mask, nonskid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing
protection must be used for appropriate conditions.
■ Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Contain long
hair. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be drawn
into air vents.
■ Do not use on a ladder or unstable support. Stable
footing on a solid surface enables better control of the
tool in unexpected situations.
TOOL USE AND CARE
■ Use clamps or other practical way to secure and sup-
port the workpiece to a stable platform. Holding the
work by hand or against your body is unstable and may
lead to loss of control.
■ Do not force tool. Use the correct tool for your appli-
cation. The correct tool will do the job better and safer at
the rate for which it is designed.
■ Do not use tool if switch does not turn it on or off. Any
tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is danger-
ous and must be repaired.
■ Disconnect the plug from power source before mak-
ing any adjustments, changing accessories, or stor-
ing the tool. Such preventive safety measures reduce
the risk of starting the tool accidentally.
■ Store idle tools out of the reach of children and other
untrained persons. Tools are dangerous in the hands of
untrained users.
■ Maintain tools with care. Keep cutting tools sharp and
clean. Properly maintained tools with sharp cutting edges
are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
■ Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts,
breakage of parts, and any other condition that may
affect the tool's operation. If damaged, have the tool
serviced before using. Many accidents are caused by
poorly maintained tools.
■ Use only accessories that are recommended by the
manufacturer for your model. Accessories that may be
suitable for one tool, may become hazardous when used
on another tool.
■ Keep the tool and its handle dry, clean and free from
oil and grease. Always use a clean cloth when cleaning.
Never use brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based prod-
ucts, or any strong solvents to clean your tool. Following
this rule will reduce the risk of loss of control and deterio-
ration of the enclosure plastic.
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SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES
■ Know your power tool. Read operator’s manual care-
fully. Learn its applications and limitations, as well
as the specific potential hazards related to this tool.
Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock,
fire, or serious injury.
■ Always wear safety glasses. Everyday eyeglasses
have only impact-resistant lenses; they are NOT
safety glasses. Following this rule will reduce the risk of
serious personal injury.
■ Protect your lungs. Wear a face or dust mask if the
operation is dusty. Following this rule will reduce the
risk of serious personal injury.
■ Protect your hearing. Wear hearing protection during
extended periods of operation. Following this rule will
reduce the risk of serious personal injury.
■ Inspect tool cords periodically and, if damaged, have
repaired at your nearest Authorized Service Center.
Constantly stay aware of cord location. Following this
rule will reduce the risk of electric shock or fire.
■ Check damaged parts. Before further use of the tool,
a guard or other part that is damaged should be care-
fully checked to determine that it will operate prop-
erly and perform its intended function. Check for align-
ment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, break-
age of parts, mounting, and any other conditions that
may affect its operation. A guard or other part that is
damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by
an authorized service center. Following this rule will
reduce the risk of shock, fire, or serious injury.
■ Do not abuse cord. Never carry the tool by the cord
or yank it to disconnect it from the receptacle. Keep
cord away from heat, oil, and sharp edges. Following
this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock or fire.
■ Make sure your extension cord is in good condition.
When using an extension cord, be sure to use one
heavy enough to carry the current your product will
draw. A wire gage size (A.W.G.) of at least 14 is rec-
ommended for an extension cord 50 feet or less in
length. A cord exceeding 50 feet is not recommended.
If in doubt, use the next heavier gage. The smaller
the gage number, the heavier the cord. An undersized
cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of
power and overheating.
■ Inspect for and remove all nails from lumber before
using this tool. Following this rule will reduce the risk of
serious personal injury.
■ Drugs, alcohol, medication. Do not operate tool while
under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or any medi-
cation. Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric
shock, fire, or serious personal injury.
■ Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and
use them to instruct others who may use this tool. If you
loan someone this tool, loan them these instructions also.
WARNING:
Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grind-
ing, drilling, and other construction activities contains
chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or
other reproductive harm. Some examples of these
chemicals are:
• lead from lead-based paints,
• crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other
masonry products, and
• arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated
lumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending
on how often you do this type of work. To reduce
your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well
ventilated area, and work with approved safety equip-
ment, such as those dust masks that are specially
designed to filter out microscopic particles.
SERVICE
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■ Tool service must be performed only by qualified
repair personnel. Service or maintenance performed
by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury.
■ When servicing a tool, use only identical replace-
ment parts. Follow instructions in the Maintenance
section of this manual. Use of unauthorized parts or
failure to follow Maintenance Instructions may create a
risk of electric shock or injury.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
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■ Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation where the cutting tool may contact
hidden wiring or its own cord. Contact with a “live” wire will make exposed metal parts of the cutting tool “live” and
shock the operator.
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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 DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION
V Volts Voltage
A Amperes Current
Hz Hertz Frequency (cycles per second)
W Watt Power
min Minutes Time
Alternating Current Type of current
Direct Current Type or a characteristic of current
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No Load Speed Rotational speed, at no load
Class II Construction Double-insulated construction
.../min Per Minute Revolutions, strokes, surface speed, orbits etc., per minute
Safety Alert Precautions that involve your safety
The manual contains special messages to bring attention to
Read The Operator’s Manual
potential safety concerns and machine damage as well as
helpful operating and servicing information. Please read all
the information carefully to avoid injury and machine damage.
Eye Protection
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields
and a full face shield when operating this product.
Wet Conditions Alert Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations
The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols, and the explanations
with them, deserve your careful attention and understanding. The safety warnings do not by themselves eliminate any
danger. The instructions or warnings they give are not substitutes for proper accident prevention measures.
DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in death or
serious injury.
WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or
serious injury.
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury. It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices that may cause property damage.
Note: Advises you of additional information concerning the operation or maintenance of the equipment.
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ELECTRICAL
DOUBLE INSULATION
Double insulation is a concept in safety in electric power
tools, which eliminates the need for the usual three-wire
grounded power cord. All exposed metal parts are
isolated from the internal metal motor components with
protecting insulation. Double insulated tools do not need
to be grounded.
Important: Servicing of a tool with double insulation
requires extreme care and knowledge of the system and
should be performed only by a qualified service
technician. 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. Observe all normal safety pre-
cautions related to avoiding electrical shock.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
The router has a precision built electric motor. It should
be connected to a power supply that is 120 volts, 60 Hz,
AC only (normal household current). Do not operate this
tool on direct current (DC). A substantial voltage drop will
cause a loss of power and the motor will overheat. If your
tool does not operate when plugged into an outlet,
double-check the power supply.
EXTENSION CORDS
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. Use the chart
to determine the minimum wire size required in an
extension cord. Only round jacketed cords listed by
Underwriter’s Laboratories (UL) should be used.
When working outdoors with a tool, use an extension
cord that is designed for outside use. This type of cord is
designated with “WA” on the cord’s jacket.
Before using any extension cord, inspect it for loose or
exposed wires and cut or worn insulation.
**Ampere rating (on tool faceplaate)
0-2.0 2.1-3.4 3.5-5.0 5.1-7.0 7.1-12.0 12.1-16.0
Cord Length Wire Size (A.W.G.)
25' 16 16 16 16 14 14
50' 16 16 16 14 14 12
100' 16 16 14 12 10 —
**Used on 12 gauge - 20 amp circuit.
WARNING:
Keep the extension cord clear of the working
area.Position the cord so that it will not get caught on
lumber, tools or other obstructions while you are work-
ing with a power tool. Failure to do so can result in
serious personal injury.
WARNING:
Check extension cords before each use. If damaged
replace them immediately. Never use tool with a dam-
aged cord with this tool. Touching the damaged area
could cause serious injury due to electrical shock.
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FEATURES
SPECIFICATIONS
Depth of Cut:
Plunge Base ............................................................................................................................ 0 - 2 in. (0 - 51 mm)
Fixed Base & D-Base ........................................................................................................ 0 - 1-1/2 in. (0 - 38 mm)
Collet ........................................................................................................................................................ 1/2 in. (12.7 mm)
Collet Adaptor ............................................................................................................................................... 1/4 in. (6 mm)
Peak Horsepower ................................................................................................................................................................ 2
Ampere ................................................................................................................................................................... 10 Amps
Input ............................................................................................................................................ 120 Volts, 60 Hz, AC only
No Load Speed ....................................................................................................................................15,000 - 25,000 RPM
Power Cord ......................................................................................................................................................... 10 ft. (3 m)
Total Net Weight .......................................................................................................................................... 19 lbs. (8.6 kg.)
Before using this tool, familiarize yourself with all operat-
ing features and safety requirements. However, do not let
familiarity with the tool make you careless.
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.
SPINDLE LOCK
The spindle lock secures the spindle so that you only
need one wrench to loosen the collet nut and change
cutters.
DEPTH ADJUSTING RING
The depth adjusting ring allows you to adjust the depth of
cut.
VARIABLE SPEED
The router’s advanced electronic feature allow you to
adjust the motor speed to required job conditions. The
variable speed control is located on the front of the router
and allows the router to develop a no load speed from
15,000 to 25,000/min.
LOCKING ARM
The locking arm secures the motor housing in the base.
CHIP SHIELD
A plastic chip shield on the base of the router provides
protection against flying dust and chips.
ERGONOMIC DESIGN
The design of this tool provides for easy handling. It is
designed for comfort and ease of grasp when operating in
different positions and at different angles.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
Your router has a precision built electric motor. It should
be connected to a power supply that is 120 volts, 60
Hz, AC only (normal household current). Do not
operate this tool on direct current (DC). A substantial
voltage drop will cause a loss of power and overheating.
If your tool does not operate when plugged into an outlet,
double-check the power supply.
DOUBLE INSULATION
Double insulation is a concept in safety in electric power
tools, which eliminates the need for the usual three-wire
grounded power cord. All exposed metal parts are
isolated from the internal metal motor components with
protecting insulation. Double insulated tools do not need
to be grounded.
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FEATURES
INSTRUCTIONS
When unpacking the tool:
■ Carefully remove the tool and accessories from the box.
■ Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are in-
cluded.
■ Inspect the tool carefully to make sure no breakage or
damage occurred during shipping.
■ Do not discard the packing material until you have care-
fully inspected and satisfactorily operated the tool.
■ If any parts are damaged or missing, please call
1-800-525-2579 for assistance.
WARNING:
If any parts are missing do not operate the tool until
the missing parts are replaced. Failure to do so could
result in possible serious personal injury.
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
WARNING:
The tool should never be connected to a power sup-
ply when you are assembling parts, making adjust-
ments, cleaning, performing maintenance, or when
the tool is not in use. Disconnecting the tool will pre-
vent accidental starting that could cause injury.
UNPACKING
Fig. 1
DEPTH
ADJUSTMENT
RING
CHIP SHIELD
SWITCH
PLUNGE BASE
D-HANDLE BASE
LOCKING ARM
GOLD SPINDLE
LOCK BUTTON
HANDLE
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