Ryobi R181FB, R181D, RE1802M, R181PF User Manual

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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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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

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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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

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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.

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.

GENERAL SAFETY RULES

WARNING!

Read and understand all instructions. Failure to

follow all instructions listed below, may result in electric 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 threewire 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 electric 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 common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use tool while tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, 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 jewelry. 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 before 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 support 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 application. 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 dangerous and must be repaired.

■ Disconnect the plug from power source before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing 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 products, or any strong solvents to clean your tool. Following this rule will reduce the risk of loss of control and deterioration of the enclosure plastic.

GENERAL SAFETY RULES

SERVICE

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■ Tool service must be performed only by qualified

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repair personnel. Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury.

■ When servicing a 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 electric shock or injury.

SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES

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■ Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation where the cutting tool may contact

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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.

ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES

■ Know your power tool. Read operator’s manual carefully. 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 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.

■ 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 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 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 medication. 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, 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

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

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.../min Per Minute Revolutions, strokes, surface speed, orbits etc., per minute

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.

Direct Current Type or a characteristic of current

No Load Speed Rotational speed, at no load

Class II Construction Double-insulated construction

Safety Alert Precautions that involve your safety

The manual contains special messages to bring attention to

Read The Operator’s Manual

Eye Protection

Wet Conditions Alert Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations

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.

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

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.

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 precautions 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 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 them immediately. Never use tool with a damaged cord with this tool. Touching the damaged area could cause serious injury due to electrical shock.

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 operating 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

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FEATURES

LOCKING ARM

SWITCH

DEPTH

ADJUSTMENT

RING

GOLD SPINDLE

LOCK BUTTON

HANDLE

PLUNGE BASE

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D-HANDLE BASE

UNPACKING

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 carefully inspected and satisfactorily operated the tool.

■ If any parts are damaged or missing, please call 1-800-525-2579 for assistance.

CHIP SHIELD

Fig. 1

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:

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.

WARNING:

The tool should never be connected to a power supply when you are assembling parts, making adjustments, cleaning, performing maintenance, or when the tool is not in use. Disconnecting the tool will prevent accidental starting that could cause injury.

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