Operating Instructions
BIT INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL
TURN OFF AND UNPLUG ROUTER
NOTES:
•ROUTER IS NOT RECOMMENDED FOR USE WITH RAISED PANEL BITS.
•ROUTER IS NOT RECOMMENDED FOR USE IN METAL CUTTING APPLICATIONS.
•DO NOT USE ANY ROUTER BIT GREATER THAN 1-5/8” DIAMETER.
CAUTION: ROUTER BITS ARE SHARP, USE CARE WHEN HANDLING THEM.
INSTALLING BITS
This router is equipped with a spindle lock feature that makes changing bits easy.
Loosen the plunge release lever (see figure 1) to release the router motor to its full height.
Tighten the plunge release lever to lock the motor in place.
Place the router upside down on a smooth, flat surface. (See Figure 2.)
Hold the spindle shaft by depressing the spindle lock button as shown in Figure 3 and use the
supplied wrench to loosen (counterclockwise) the collet nut. When installing router bits, be
sure they are inserted as far as possible and then pulled out about 1/16”. Tighten collet nut
firmly clockwise (do not over-tighten).
CAUTION: NEVER TIGHTEN COLLET NUT WITHOUT A 1/4” SHANK SIZE BIT
INSERTED INTO COLLET. TO DO SO MAY BREAK OR DAMAGE COLLET. When
finished, place the router right side up.
REMOVING BITS
CAUTION: Router bits get hot during use. Allow sufficient time for bit to cool before
replacing.
Hold the spindle shaft by depressing the spindle lock button as shown in Figure 3 and use
the supplied wrench to loosen (counterclockwise) the collet nut.
Controls
SETTING THE ROUTING DEPTH
TURN OFF AND UNPLUG ROUTER.
(MODEL RP200 ONLY)
Place the router (with the desired bit installed) on a smooth, flat surface.
1. Loosen the lock knob shown in Fig. 4 (counterclockwise) 1/4 of a turn. Lift depth stop as
far as it will go. Tighten lock knob.
2. Loosen the plunge release lever shown in Fig. 1 and push down on the router handles
until the cutting edge of the bit touches the surface. Holding the router in this position, tighten
the plunge release lever.
3. Loosen lock knob 1/4 turn. Lower the depth stop until it contacts the base. Tighten the lock
knob.
4. Raise or lower the zero pointer (Fig. 4) as needed until the line meets up with the zero line
on the scale.
5. Loosen lock knob 1/4 turn. Raise to increase the cutting depth stop as desired. Each mark
on the calibrated depth scale represents 1/16” in routing. The zero pointer should now point
to the depth of cut on the scale.
6. After setting the desired cutting depth, tighten the lock knob.
CAUTION: Firmly hold unit while loosening plunge release lever, as unit will spring back
into full upright position.
(MODEL RP400 ONLY)
Place the router (with the desired bit installed) on a smooth, flat surface.
1. Loosen the lock knob shown in Fig. 4A (counterclockwise) 1/4 of a turn and rotate the
depth adjustment knob also shown in Fig. 4 counterclockwise to raise the depth stop as far
as it will go. Tighten the lock knob.
2. Loosen the plunge release lever shown in Fig. 1 and push down on the router handles
until the cutting edge of the bit touches the surface. Holding the router in this position, tighten
the plunge release lever.
3. Loosen the lock knob 1/4 turn and rotate the depth adjustment knob clockwise to lower the
depth stop until it contacts the base.
4. Raise or lower the zero pointer (Fig. 4) as needed until the line meets up with the zero line
on the scale.
5. Rotate the depth adjustment knob counterclockwise to increase the cutting depth as
desired. Each mark on the calibrated depth scale represents 1/16” in routing. The zero
pointer should now point to the depth of cut on the scale.
6. After setting the desired cutting depth, tighten the lock knob.
CAUTION: Firmly hold unit while releasing plunge release lever, as unit will spring back
into full upright position.
ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL DIAL (MODEL RP400 ONLY)
The speed of this router is variable. Use the electronic speed control dial (Fig. 4A) to produce
uniform cutting results in wood and plastics. Use the lower settings for large diameter cutters
and the higher settings for small diameter cutters. See table below for more information.
DUST COLLECTION AND EXTRACTION
To set the router for dust extraction:
1. UNPLUG ROUTER FROM POWER SUPPLY.
2. Slip the end of any standard vacuum cleaner tube onto hose adapter shown in Figure 5.
3. When using dust extraction, be sure that the vacuum cleaner is out of the way and secure
so that it will not tip over or interfere with the router or workpiece. The vacuum hose and
power cord must also be positioned so that they don't interfere with the router or workpiece.
If the vacuum cleaner or vacuum hose cannot be positioned properly, it should be removed.
4. Turn on vacuum cleaner before router.
5. Empty the vacuum cleaner as necessary.
SWITCH
The switch is located in the router handle as shown in Figure 6. Depress the switch to turn
the router on, release to turn it off. A lock button is provided (see Figure 6) to lock the switch
on for continuous operation. To lock the switch on, squeeze the trigger and hold while you
depress the lock button. Hold the button in while you release the trigger and the tool will
continue to run. To turn the tool off, squeeze and release trigger.
AVERTISSEMENT! Lire et comprendre toutes les directives. Le non-respect de toutes
les directives suivantes présente des risques de secousses électriques, d'incendie ou de
blessures graves.
CONSERVER CES MESURES
ZONE DE TRAVAIL
• S'assurer que la zone de travail est propre et bien éclairée. Des établis encombrés et
des endroits sombres présentent des risques d'accidents.
• Ne pas utiliser des outils électriques en présence de vapeurs explosives (comme
celles dégagées par des liquides, des gaz ou des poussières inflammables). Les étin-
celles générées par le moteur des outils électriques peuvent enflammer les poussières ou les
vapeurs.
• Éloigner les curieux, les enfants et les visiteurs de la zone de travail lorsqu'on utilise
un outil électrique. Une distraction peut entraîner la perte de maîtrise de l'outil.
AVANT DE RETOURNER LE PRODUIT, PEU IMPORTE LA RAI-
SON PRIÈRE DE COMPOSER
1 800 544-6986
CONSERVER LE PRÉSENT GUIDE À TITRE DE RÉFÉRENCE.
IMPORTANTS RENSEIGNEMENTS:
• On doit toujours utiliser des mèches bien aiguisées et les accessoires appropriés
avec cet outil afin d'en prolonger la durée utile et d'obtenir la qualité de toupillage
désirée.
• On doit se souvenir de corriger le réglage de la profondeur chaque fois qu'on
change de mèche.
• On doit se souvenir de verrouiller le levier de dégagement à la profondeur requise
avant de procéder à un toupillage latéral sur la surface de travail.
GUIDE D’UTILISATION
Modèles RP200, RP400
USING THE ROUTER
1. Make sure that the material to be cut is clamped down and is stable enough to support the
router during operation.
2. Use both hands on the handles to control the router.
3. Move the router counterclockwise when cutting outside edges. Move clockwise when
cutting inside edges. See Figure 7.
4. Always hold router from the front insuring that the chip shield is between the user and the
bit.
5. After setting the cutting depth as described, locate the router such that the bit is directly
over the place you will be cutting. With the router running, lower the unit smoothly down into
the workpiece. (DO NOT FORCE THE ROUTER DOWN.) When the tool reaches the pre-
set depth, tighten the plunge release lever. When you have finished routing, loosen the
plunge release lever and let the spring lift the router directly out of the workpiece.
NOTE: Always feed the router opposite to the direction in which the cutter is rotating.
FEEDING SPEED AND RATE OF CUT
Variation between materials and bit configurations dictates a wide variety of feed rates.
Experience is the best measure for determining feed rate. Become familiar with the sound
and feel of the router by making practice cuts in scrap material.
The router bit rotates at a very high speed and may heat up if the router is moved too slowly
through the wood and may cause burn marks. Feeding the router too fast or trying to remove
too much material in a single pass will overload the motor. Use two or more passes for extra-
large cuts (over 1/8" deep), especially in hard woods.
HELPFUL HINTS & RECOMMENDATIONS
Many types of novel and decorative edging can be easily accomplished with the router, using
the wide variety of Black & Decker bits and accessories. Such cuts can be made directly
along the edge of the work, such as table and desk tops, bookcase shelves, etc.
T-SQUARE GUIDE
A simple device for guiding the router when making straight cuts on flat surfaces is the home-
made T-square, Figure 8. This T-square can be easily made out of scrap lumber, but make
sure its edges are perfectly smooth and straight. It is placed on the surface being routed and
held in position by means of a clamp. The metal flat portion of the base of the router is guided
firmly along the edge of the T-square to make a straight cut. Measurements shown in Figure
8 are ideal for most applications with the router. They may, however, be altered to suit your
specific needs.
STRAIGHT AND CIRCULAR GUIDE
A Straight and Circular Guide is available as an optional accessory. It enables the operator to
make straight, curved or angular cuts with convenience and accuracy. For availability see
“Accessories” section below.
MAINTENANCE
Use only mild soap and damp cloth to clean the tool. Never let any liquid get inside the tool;
never immerse any part of the tool into a liquid.
IMPORTANT: To assure product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, maintenance and
adjustment should be performed by authorized service centers or other qualified service
organizations, always using identical replacement parts.
ACCESSORIES
Recommended accessories for use with this tool are available from your local dealer or
authorized service center. If you need assistance regarding accessories, please call:
1-800-54-HOW-TO (544-6986).
WARNING: The use of any accessory not recommended for use with this tool could be
hazardous.
SERVICE INFORMATION
Black & Decker offers a full network of company-owned and authorized service locations
throughout North America. All Black & Decker Service Centers are staffed with trained
personnel to provide customers with efficient and reliable power tool service.
Whether you need technical advice, repair, or genuine factory replacement parts, contact the
Black & Decker location nearest you. To find your local service location, refer to the yellow
pages directory under "Tools—Electric" or call: 1-800-54-HOW-TO (544-6986).
FULL TWO-YEAR HOME USE WARRANTY
Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc. warrants this product for two years against any defects in material
or workmanship. The defective product will be replaced or repaired at no charge in either of
two ways.
The first, which will result in exchanges only, is to return the product to the retailer from whom
it was purchased (provided that the store is a participating retailer). Returns should be made
within the time period of the retailer’s policy for exchanges (usually 30 to 90 days after the
sale). Proof of purchase may be required. Please check with the retailer for their specific
return policy regarding returns that are beyond the time set for exchanges.
The second option is to take or send the product (prepaid) to a Black & Decker owned or
authorized Service Center for repair or replacement at our option. Proof of purchase may be
required. Black & Decker owned and authorized Service Centers are listed under "Tools-
Electric" in the yellow pages of the phone directory.
This warranty does not apply to accessories. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and
you may have other rights which vary from state to state. Should you have any questions,
contact the manager of your nearest Black & Decker Service Center. This product is not
intended for commercial use.
See ‘Tools-Electric’
– Yellow Pages –
for Service & Sales
Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc.,
701 E. Joppa Rd.
Towson, MD 21286 U.S.A.
Minimum Gage for Cord Sets
Volts
Total Length of Cord in Feet
120V
0-25
26-50
51-100
101-150
240V
0-50
51-100 101-200
201-300
Ampere Rating
More
Not more
American Wire Gage
Than
Than
0
-
6
18
16
16
14
6
-
10
18
16
14
12
10 -
12
16
16
14
12
12 -
16
14
12
Not Recommended
