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OPERATOR'S MANUAL

R1801M1 ROUTER

With R181FB1 Fixed 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.

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Summary of Contents for R1801M1

Page 1: ...tandard 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...

Page 2: ...n 10 18 Maintenance 19 Accessories 19 Parts Ordering and Service 20 TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION Your router has many features for making the use of this product more pleasant and enjoyable Safety p...

Page 3: ...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 rota...

Page 4: ...d 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...

Page 5: ...tions Alert Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations To reduce the risk of injury the user must read and understand the operator s manual before using this product Eye Protection Always wear saf...

Page 6: ...l words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious inj...

Page 7: ...ugged 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 hand...

Page 8: ...of cut 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...

Page 9: ...e call 1 800 525 2579 for assistance PACKING LIST Router Router Base Collet Wrench Tool Bag WARNING If any parts are missing do not operate the tool until the missing parts are replaced Failure to do...

Page 10: ...he switch to the O position OPERATING THE ROUTER See Figure 3 Follow these steps to operate the router 1 Unplug the router WARNING Failure to unplug the tool could result in accidental starting causin...

Page 11: ...sting ring counterclockwise until the motor is to its highest position NOTE As the motor is rising the gold spindle lock button has to be depressed until it clears the rear window 7 Align the indicato...

Page 12: ...ions To remove the cutter Remove the cutter from the collet To insert the cutter a Insert the shank of the cutter until the shank bottoms out then pull it out 1 16 in 1 6 mm to allow for expansion whe...

Page 13: ...commend that cuts be made at a depth not exceeding 1 8 in 3 2 mm and that several passes be made to reach deeper cuts Adjusting the depth of cut for the plunge router is different from adjusting the d...

Page 14: ...kback is sufficient to spoil the trueness of your cut if you are not prepared Such a kickback is always in the direction opposite to the direction of bit rotation To guard against such a kickback plan...

Page 15: ...th cuts if allowed to run freely without the overload of a forced too fast feed Three things that cause force feeding are bit size depth of cut and workpiece characteristics The larger the bit or the...

Page 16: ...lowering the bit 1 8 in for each new pass In order to save time do all the cutting necessary at one depth setting before lowering the bit for the next pass This will also assure a uniform depth when...

Page 17: ...surface When freehand routing we suggest the following Draw or layout the pattern on workpiece Choose the appropriate cutter NOTE A core box or V groove bit is often used for routing letters and engr...

Page 18: ...board must have exactly the same contour straight or curved as the workpiece edge If the guide is positioned so that its edge is flush with the workpiece edge the bit will make a full cut in as far a...

Page 19: ...er parts may create a hazard or cause product damage CUTTERS Get faster and more accurate cutting results by keeping cutters clean and sharp Remove all accumulated pitch and gum from cutters after eac...

Page 20: ...visit Please call 1 800 525 2579 for your nearest Ryobi Authorized Service Center You can also check our Web site at www ryobitools com for a complete list of Authorized Service Centers MODEL NO AND S...

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