User manual RYOBI RE1802M

[. . . ] OPERATOR'S MANUAL RE1802M ROUTER With R181FB Fixed Base, R181PF Plunge Base, and R181D D-Handle Base Double Insulated 1/ 3 2 01 2 15/32 3/ 7/16 13 / 32 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 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 General Safety Rules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ] Place the fixed or D-handle base on a flat surface. Align the indicator arrow on the depth adjustment ring with the indicator point on the base. Align the groove in the motor housing with the tab inside of the base. NOTE: The tab is located on the inside of the base in line with the handle. Depress and hold the gold spindle lock button on the motor. Turn the depth adjusting ring counterclockwise until the gold spindle lock snaps out as it clears the rear window, just below the locking arm. 6 TAB INSIDE THE BASE GROOVE IN MOTOR HOUSING DEPTH ADJUSTMENT RING 1/3 2 01 2 15/32 3/ 7/16 13/32 INDICATOR ARROW DEPTH ADJUSTMENT RING 2 15/32 1/3 2 01 INDICATOR POINT Fig. 7 11 OPERATION REMOVING/INSERTING CUTTERS See Figure 8. Follow these steps to remove or insert cutters. Unplug the router. TO LOOSEN WARNING: Failure to unplug the tool could result in accidental starting causing serious injury. TO TIGHTEN CAUTION: To prevent damage to the spindle or spindle lock, always allow motor to come to a complete stop before engaging the spindle lock. Place the router upside down on a workbench in order to gain easy access to collet nut. Loosen the collet nut by turning it counterclockwise with the wrench provided. WARNING: If you are changing a cutter immediately after use, be careful not to touch the cutter or collet with your hands or fingers. They will get burned because of the heat buildup from cutting. Choose one of these options: 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 when the bit gets hot. b) Tighten the collet nut securely by turning it clockwise with the wrench provided. c) Release the gold spindle lock button. SPINDLE LOCK BUTTON Fig. 8 WARNING: If the collet nut is not securely tightened, the cutter may detach during use causing serious personal injury. WARNING: Do not use cutters with undersized shanks. Undersized shanks will not tighten properly and could be thrown from the tool causing injury. WARNING: Do not use cutters that are larger in diameter than the opening in router subbase. Use of such cutters will come in contact with the router subbase and damage both the cutter and router. [. . . ] Therefore, no further lubrication is required. WARNING: Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based products, penetrating oils, etc. They contain chemicals that can damage, weaken, or destroy plastic. Electric tools used on fiberglass material, wallboard, spackling compounds, or plaster are subject to accelerated wear and possible premature failure, as the fiberglass chips and grindings are highly abrasive to bearings, brushes, commutators, etc. Consequently, we do not recommended that this tool be used for extended work on these types of materials. [. . . ]