RIDGID R2900 User Manual

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

ROUTER WITH FIXED AND PLUNGE BASES

DOUBLE INSULATED

R2900

Your router has been engineered and manufactured to our high standard for dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety. When properly cared for, it 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 RIDGID product.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

 Introduction ...................................................................................................................................................................... 2

 General Safety Rules .....................................................................................................................................................3-4

 Specific Safety Rules ........................................................................................................................................................ 4

 Symbols .........................................................................................................................................................................5-6

 Electrical ........................................................................................................................................................................... 7

 Features .........................................................................................................................................................................8-9

 Assembly .......................................................................................................................................................................... 9

 Operation ...................................................................................................................................................................10-20

 Adjustments ...............................................................................................................................................................20-21

 Maintenance ................................................................................................................................................................... 22

 Accessories ....................................................................................................................................................................22

 Warranty .........................................................................................................................................................................23

 Customer Service Information ........................................................................................................................................ 24

INTRODUCTION

This tool 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 product making it easy to maintain and operate.

GENERAL SAFETY RULES

WARNING:

Read all instructions. Failure to follow all

instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. The term “power tool” in all of the warnings listed below refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WORK AREA SAFETY

 Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark

areas invite accidents.

 Do not operate power tools in explosive atmo-

spheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which

may ignite the dust or fumes.

 Keep children and bystanders away while operating a

power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

 Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify

the plug in any way. Do not use any adaptor plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs and

matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.

 Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces

such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.

 Do not 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 for carrying,

pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.

 When operating a power tool outdoors, use an ex-

tension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.

PERSONAL SAFETY

 Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use

common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment

of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.

 Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protec-

tion. Safety equipment such as dust mask, non-skid

safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.

 Avoid accidental starting. Ensure the switch is in the

off-position before plugging in. Carrying power tools

with your finger on the switch or plugging in power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.

 Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning

the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to

a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.

 Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance

at all times. This enables better control of the power tool

in unexpected situations.

 Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry.

Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be caught

in moving parts.

 If devices are provided for the connection of dust

extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used. Use of these devices can

reduce dust-related hazards.

 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 power tool in unexpected situations.

POWER TOOL USE AND CARE



Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power

tool for your application.

do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.

 Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn

it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled

with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.

 Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or

the battery pack from the power tool before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce

the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.

 Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and

do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool. Power

tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.

 Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or

binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and any other condition that may affect the power tool’s operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly

maintained power tools.

 Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly main-

tained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.

 Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc., in

accordance with these instructions and in the manner intended for the particular type of power tool, taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the power tool for operations different from those intended could result in a haz ardous situation.

The correct power tool will

GENERAL SAFETY RULES

SERVICE

 Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair

person using only identical replacement parts. This will

ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.

WARNING!

To reduce the risk of injury, user must read instruction manual.

SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES

 Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces when per-

forming 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.

 Use clamps or another practical way to secure and

support the workpiece to a stable platform. Holding

the work by hand or against your body leaves it unstable and may lead to loss of control.

 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.

 When servicing a power tool, use only identical

replacement 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 shock or injury.

 Check damaged parts. Before further use of the

tool, a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage 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.

 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 gauge size (A.W.G.) of at least 14 is recommended 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 gauge. The smaller the gauge 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.

 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.

 Bits coast after router has been turned off.

WARNING:

Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, 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 equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.

SYMBOLS

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

A Amperes

Hz Hertz

W Watt

min Minutes

Alternating Current

Direct Current

.../min

No Load Speed

Class II Construction

Per Minute

Wet Conditions Alert

Voltage

Current

Frequency (cycles per second)

Power

Time

Type of current

Type or a characteristic of current

Rotational speed, at no load

Double-insulated construction

Revolutions, strokes, surface speed, orbits etc., per minute

Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations.

Read The Operator’s Manual

Eye Protection

Safety Alert

No Hands Symbol

Hot Surface

To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand operator’s manual before using this product.

Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and, as necessary, a full face shield when operating this product.

Precautions that involve your safety.

Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will result in seri ous personal injury.

Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will result in serious personal injury.

To reduce the risk of injury or damage, avoid contact with any hot surface.

SYMBOLS

The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product.

SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING

DANGER:

WARNING:

CAUTION:

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.

(Without Safety Alert Symbol) Indicates a situation that may result in property damage.

SERVICE

Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge and should be performed only by a qualified service technician. For service we suggest you return the product to your nearest AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER for repair. When servicing, use only identical replacement parts.

WARNING:

To avoid serious personal injury, do not attempt to use this product until you read thoroughly and understand completely the operator’s manual. If you do not understand the warnings and instructions in the operator’s manual, do not use this product. Call RIDGID customer service for assistance.

WARNING:

The operation of any power tool can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Before beginning power tool operation, always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and, when needed, a full face shield. We recommend Wide Vision Safety Mask for use over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with side shields. Always use eye protection which is marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1.

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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.

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 precautions to avoid electrical shock.

NOTE: 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. Always use original factory replacement parts when servicing.

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION

This tool 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 the 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 data plate)

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.

NOTE: AWG = American Wire Gauge

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 working with a power tool. Failure to do so can result in serious personal injury.

WARNING:

Check extension cords before each use. If damaged replace immediately. Never use tool with a damaged cord since touching the damaged area could cause electrical shock resulting in serious injury.

FEATURES

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Depth of Cut..................................................................2 in.

Depth of Plunge......................................................2-1/2 in.

Collet...................................................................1/4, 1/2 in.

VARIABLE

SPEED DIAL

Peak Horsepower .................................................2-1/4 HP

No Load Speed ...................................10,000-23,000/min.

Input ................................120 V, 60 Hz, AC only, 12 Amps

SLIDE

SWITCH

CHIP

SHIELD

LIGHTED PLUG

MOTOR IN

FIXED BASE

LED

WORKLIGHTS

PLUNGE BASE

LOCKING

ARM

ADJUSTMENT BAR

PLUNGE DEPTH

ADJUSTMENT KNOB

Fig. 1

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