Freud RTS5000, RTS5300, RTS5220 Instructions Manual

WARNING

FAILURE TO HEED THESE WARNINGS COULD LEAD TO SERIOUS BODILY INJURY OR DEATH.

• Always wear eye protection complying with current ANSI standard Z87.1.

• Always set table base on level ground or floor surface.

• Table base must be sturdily constructed and securely fastened to the table top.

• Ensure that the assembled router table will not slide, roll or topple during use.

• Before each use, ensure that the router table, router table base, router fence, router and router bit are all free from damage.

• Do not use if damage is noticed or suspected.

• Do not use a router that exceeds 3-1⁄2 HP with this router table system.

• Keep guards in place. Do not use if guards are damaged or have been removed.

• Read and obey all warnings and instructions contained in router's operator manual and the router bits packaging. If you do
not have the operator's manuals, obtain one from the manufacturer before using.

• Before each use check that router bit is sharp. Never use a router bit that is dull.

• Keep body and clothing clear of spinning bit.

• Before each use ensure that at least 80% of the router bit shank is inserted in the collet of the router. Do not,
however, ''bottom-out'' the bit in the collet. The end of the bit shank should be about 1/8 inch from the bottom of the collet.

• Before each use ensure that the collet of the router has been tightened.

• Use router fence whenever possible.

• Use multiple passes when removing large quantities of material.

• Never use a router bit on a router that will exceed maximum recommended RPM of bit.

• Please keep these warnings and instructions in a safe place for future reference.

Maximum Recommended Router Speeds For Freud Router Bits

Bit Diam. Max. Speed

1'' 24000 RPM

1-

1

/4'' l8000 RPM

2-

1

/ 4'' I6000 RPM

3-

1

/2'' I2000 RPM

®

Presicion Router Table System

with Dual Adjustable Fence System

RTS5000

SET UP

INSTRUCTIONS

FOR MODELS:

RTS5000
RTS5220
RTS5300

FREUD LIMITED ONE YEAR ROUTER TABLE WARRANTY

Freud warrants to the original consumer purchaser that each new Freud Router Table System shall be free from defects in material and workmanship for
a period of one (1) year from the purchase date. When warranty service is requested, proof of purchase (e.g., invoice) is required. Should the Router Table
System fail within thirty (30) days from the date of purchase, it will be repaired or replaced AT THE CUSTOMER'S OPTION, subject to the Guidelines
below. Thereafter, upon verification of failure or malfunction, Freud shall, at its option, within sixty (60) days, repair or replace the power tool, subject to
the Guidelines below.

GUIDELINES

1. In the event of failure or malfunction, return the product, properly packaged and postage prepaid, to Freud at the address listed below or to an
authorized Freud tool service station. You may also contact Freud at [phone] for instructions on returns and technical advice.

2. All implied warranties for Freud's power tools (INCLUDING MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE) are limited to the period
of one year from the purchase date. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not
apply to you.

3. A warranty claim shall be limited to repair or replacement as stated in Freud's Limited Router Table Warranty, and in no event shall Freud be liable for
any other direct, indirect, incidental or consequential damages, costs or expenses. INCIDENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARE EXCLUDED
UNDER ALL WARRANTIES. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or
exclusion may not apply to you.

4. Freud warranties give you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state or province to province.

5. Freud warranties shall not be deemed to have failed their essential purpose while Freud is willing to repair or replace defective products.

6. Freud assumes no liability for defects or damage caused by abuse or misuse of any product or unauthorized service of any product. The product
must have been used for its recommended purpose, not modified or changed. Normal wear and tear is not covered under Freud warranties.

7. Any action for breach of warranty must be commenced within one year after the accrual of the cause of action.

To obtain service under Freud warranties, contact an authorized repair station or: Freud America, Inc.

(Attn: Customer Services)
218 Feld Avenue
High Point, North Carolina, 27263
[phone]

F

5/2007

RTL01

ROUTER

(RTS5220

& RTS5300

Models Only)

1

4

RT5944

2

J.

J.

J.

J.

J.

J.

J.

J.

G.

G.

H.

I.

H.

I.

SH-5

5

A.

A.

A.

A.

B.

B.

C.

C.

C.

C.

or

35000.0105

3

F.

F.

F.

E.

E.

E.

E.

K.

K.

K.

K.

K.

K.

K.

K.

D.

1. Router Table Steel Stand

Use the instructions included with

the Steel Stand (RTL01) to

assemble the legs.

2. Router Table Top

With the eight #10 x 3/4" screws

(J) included, attach the Router

Table Top to the Steel Legs using

the Steel Legs instruction sheet

STEP 6 for layout details.

3. Router Table Insert

Router Table Insert Plate–Before

installing the insert plate, install

the 8 leveling screws (K) in the

threaded screw holes located in

the recessed hole in the table

top. The aluminium router table

insert plate (35000.0105) in then

installed from the top of the table

in the recessed hole cut in the

tabltop and rests on top of the

leveling screws. To level the

plate, insert the included allen

wrench (L) through the access

holes in the plate and turn the

leveling screws counter clock-

wise to raise the plate and clock-

wise to lower the plate. Lay a

straight edge across the plate

and table top to verify that the

plate is flush with the top of the

table. Move to step 4 in these

instructions before locking down

the insert plate..

4. Router

Router Installation (RTS5220 and

RTS5300 Models Only)–The

insert plate provided with thess

two packages is pre-drilled for

the included router. To attached

the plate to the router, lay the

plate across the base of the

router and align the three coun-

tersunk holes in the insert plate

with the three threaded holes in

the router base. Secure the plate

to the router with the three 6mm

flat head screws that are pack-

aged with the router. From the

top of the table, lower the router

through the recessed opening

until the insert plate is resting on

the 8 leveling screws installed in

step 3. Ensure that the plate is

flush with the table top and re-

adjust the leveling screws if nec-

essary. Once level, secure the

plate to the table using the four

Phillips head bolts (E)..

5. Router Table Fence

Attach the guards and fence

boards to the SH-5 fence per the

instructions. The fence is mount-

ed to the router table with the

included screw handles. These

thread into two of the six inserts in

the Table Top located adjacent to

the Insert Plate. Select the proper

pair of inserts based on the

desired location of the fence in

relationship to the router bit

location.

System Assembly Instructions

Each component of the Freud RTS5000, RTS5220, and RTRS5300 Router Table System contains instructions. Read and understand all

warnings and instructions included with each individual component before assembly or use.

A – (2) Carriage Bolts & Wing Nuts

B – (2) Wing Screws

C – (4) #10 x 3/4" Hex Head Bolts

D – Starter Pin

E – (4) Phillips Head Screws

F – (3) Flat Head Screws

(Included in router package)

G – (40) 1/4" x 5/8" Carriage Bolts

H – (40) 5/8" Lock Wa shers

I – (40) 1/4" Nuts

J – (8) #10 x 3/4" Phillip Screws

K – (8) Leveling Screws

L – Allen Wrench