OPERATOR'S MANUAL ROUTER TABLE RT101 - DOUBLE INSULATED For use only with the Ryobi R161 or R162 router (includes R1801M1 motor with R181FB1 base) Your new router table has been engineered and manufactured to Ryobi's high standard for dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety. 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. Thank you for buying a Ryobi router table.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Q Introduction ........................................................................................................................................................ 2 Q Rules for Safe Operation ................................................................................................................................3-4 Q Symbols ......................................................................................................................................................
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION Q 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. Q Polarized plugs. To reduce the risk of electric shock, this equipment has 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.
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION Q Check damaged parts. Before using 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 must be properly repaired or replaced. Q Direction of feed.
SYMBOLS Important: Some of the following symbols may be used on your tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer.
SPECIFICATIONS Table Dimensions 14 in. x 24 in. (35.6 cm x 61 cm) Maximum Cutter Diameter 1-15/16 in. (4.9 cm) Fence Length 16 in. (40.64 cm) Miter Slot 3/8 in. x 3/4 in. x 24 in. (0.9 cm x 1.9 cm x 61 cm) Rating 120 Volts, 60 Hz, AC only Net Weight 18 lbs. (8.2 kg.) UNPACKING INFORMATION WARNING: Q Carefully remove the parts from the box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are included. Q Inspect the parts carefully to make sure no breakage or damage occurred during shipping.
FEATURES DOUBLE INSULATION CUTTER GUARD/VACUUM ATTACHMENT 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. The cutter guard provides a barrier to protect the operator from contact with the cutter and is adjustable for all types of cuts and materials.
FEATURES CUTTER GUARD/ VACUUM ATTACHMENT FENCE MITER GAUGE SWITCH KEY SWITCH FRONT VIEW REAR VIEW Fig. 1 WARNING: Do not attempt to modify this tool or create accessories not recommended for use with this tool. Any such alteration or modification is misuse and could result in a hazardous condition leading to possible serious personal injury.
ASSEMBLY WARNING: The router or router table should never be connected to a power supply when you are assembling parts, making adjustments, installing or removing cutters, cleaning, or when not in use. Disconnecting the router and router table will prevent accidental starting that could cause serious personal injury.
ASSEMBLY TO ATTACH THE FENCE See Figure 5. Follow these directions to attach the fence. Q Place the router table right side up with the back edge closest to you. Q Position the fence on the table with the four black knobs facing you. Q Align the two holes on the bottom of the fence with the two channels on the router table. Q Secure the fence to the table with the two fence lock knobs and carriage bolts. TO ATTACH THE CUTTER GUARD ASSEMBLY/ VACUUM ATTACHMENT See Figure 6.
ASSEMBLY ATTACHING THE REAR SAFETY GUARD TO THE ROUTER See Figure 8. Follow these directions to attach the rear safety guard to the router. Q Place the rear safety guard on the back of the router. Q Align the slots in the guard with the holes in the router. Q Secure the rear safety guard to the router with the two machine screws. ATTACHING THE ROUTER TO THE TABLE Attach the router to the router table after you have assembled the table and installed the rear safety guard. See Figure 9.
ASSEMBLY MOUNTING THE TABLE TO A WORK SURFACE See Figure 10a and 10b. Follow these directions to mount the table to a work surface. Q Place the router table right side up on a sturdy work surface, e.g., work stand, workbench, counter top. Q Mark the holes with a pencil. Q Remove the router table. Q Drill four holes through the work surface. Q Place the router table back on the work surface, aligning the holes in the table legs with the holes in the work surface.
ADJUSTMENTS ADJUSTING DEPTH OF CUT WARNING: See Figure 11. We recommend that cuts be made at a depth not exceeding 1/8 in. (3.2 mm) and that several passes be made to reach depths of cut greater than 1/8 in. (3.2 mm). Follow these directions to adjust depth of cut. Q Unplug the router and the router table. The router or router table should never be connected to a power supply when you are assembling parts, making adjustments, installing or removing cutters, cleaning, or when not in use.
ADJUSTMENTS INSERTING THROAT PLATES See Figure 12. The throat plate provides a stable surface around the cutter and prevents objects from falling through the throat and damaging the spindle. The proper size throat plate depends on the size and shape of the cutter. When inserted, the throat plate opening should be within approximately 1/4 in. (6.4 mm) of the outermost edge of the cutter. Follow these directions to insert throat plates. Q Position the throat plate over the throat opening in the router table.
ADJUSTMENTS INSERTING THE STARTING PIN Place the starting pin on the router table and use it as a pivot point when cutting small, odd-shaped pieces. NOTE: It is not necessary to use the fence when you are using the starting pin. Additionally, only use piloted cutters when using the starting pin. See Figure 15. Follow these directions to insert the starting pin. Q Place the starting pin into the threaded hole to the right of the router table throat opening. Q Turn the pin clockwise to secure.
OPERATION PERFORMING A ROUTING OPERATION WARNING: See Figure 16. Follow these directions to perform a routing operation. Q Read the entire Operator’s Manual. Q Adjust the cutter guard so that it will not come in contact with the workpiece or cutter during a cutting operation. Q Adjust the infeed fence to support the uncut workpiece and adjust the outfeed fence to support the workpiece after the cut.
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OPERATOR'S MANUAL ROUTER TABLE RT101 - DOUBLE INSULATED EXTENSION CORD CAUTION 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 should be used.
