Ryobi R180 User Manual

OPERATOR'S MANUAL
ROUTER - R180
DOUBLE INSULATED
THANK YOU FOR BUYING A RYOBI ROUTER.
Your new router 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.
CAUTION: Carefully read through this entire operator's manual before using your new router. Pay close attention
to the Rules for Safe Operation, Warnings, and Cautions. If you use your router properly and only for what it is intended, you
will enjoy years of safe, reliable service.
Thank you again for buying a Ryobi router.
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
SPECIFICATIONS:
Depth Of Cut 0 - 1-1/2 in. (0 - 38.1mm)
Collet 1/2 in. (13 mm)
Also Included With Packaging 1/4 in. (6.4 mm)
Horsepower 2
Rating 120 Volts, 60 Hz, AC Only
Amperes 9
No Load Speed 25,000 RPM
Net Weight 7.8 lbs.

Ryobi R180 Specifications

General

Brand	Ryobi
Model	R180
Category	Wood Router
Language	English

Summary

Safety and Operation Basics

Rules for Safe Operation

General safety guidelines and warnings for using the router.

Double Insulation System

Explains Ryobi's double insulated system for user protection.

Read All Instructions

Emphasizes the importance of reading and understanding all manual instructions.

Router Operation and Setup

Unpacking and Initial Inspection

Instructions for unpacking, inspecting, and initial setup of the router.

Know Your Router Features

Familiarization with router components, features, and safety.

Installing and Removing Cutters

Step-by-step guide for safely installing and removing router bits.

Electrical Connection Requirements

Details on connecting the router to the appropriate power supply.

Advanced Router Techniques

Depth of Cut Adjustments

How to set and adjust the router's depth of cut for various tasks.

Routing Feed Rate Techniques

Proper feeding, force feeding, and slow feeding for effective routing.

Depth of Cut Considerations

Importance of depth of cut and recommended limits for single passes.

Direction of Feed and Thrust

Techniques for directing feed and thrust to prevent kickback.

Edge Shaping and Routing Methods

Methods for edge shaping and performing various edge routing operations.

Freehand and Guided Routing

Techniques for freehand routing and using guides for precise cuts.

Maintenance and Support

Maintenance Procedures

Covers cutter care, collet care, and light bulb replacement.

General Care and Cleaning

Advice on cleaning plastic parts and general tool maintenance.

Optional Accessories

Lists recommended accessories available for the router.

Service and Parts Ordering

Information on obtaining service, repair parts, and model details.