RIDGID R2900 manual Setting Depth of CUT for Plunge Base Routing, See Figures 8

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OPERATION

WARNING:

Do not use with router tables that fail to conform to safe woodworking practices and offer proper guarding for the bit. Use router tables that are UL classified and identified suitable for use with the specific router model. Failure to comply can result in an accident causing possible injury.

WARNING:

Only use router tables with proper guarding for the bit and with on-board switch controlled receptacles. Failure to use router tables with appropriate safety features could result in serious personal injury.

SETTING DEPTH OF CUT FOR PLUNGE BASE ROUTING

See Figures 8 - 9.

The bit depth can be adjusted on the plunge base with a two way system. The adjustment bar measures bit depth in 1/32 in., while the plunge depth adjustment knob on the plunge base measures depth cuts in 1/64 in.

The plunge base adjustment knob, located on the base of the router, and the adjustment bar, located on the side of the router, make it possible to make deep or heavy cuts in successive passes. A preset cutting depth is achieved by plunging the router until the adjustment bar comes in contact with the plunge base adjustment knob.

The adjustment bar and the plunge base adjustment knob can be used together to find a “zero” depth of cut, or any depth of cut setting that is chosen as a starting point for a particular task.

Unplug the router.

Place the plunge base on a flat surface or on the workpiece.

Loosen the locking arm if needed.

Loosen the adjustment bar knob.

Plunge the router to the selected depth, making sure the adjustment bar contacts the plunge depth adjustment knob. This will provide a positive stop at “zero” depth of cut.

Lock the locking arm if needed.

Tighten the adjustment bar knob.

NOTE: The depth indicator on the adjustment bar can be reset by loosening the adjustment bar knob and sliding the depth indicator to the desired position. Tighten the adjustment bar knob when depth is set.

 

DEPTH OF CUT

 

SCALE

2

DEPTH

112

1

INDICATOR

 

 

1

 

LOCKING

2

 

 

 

0

 

ARM

 

 

 

2

 

 

1

 

1

2

 

1

 

 

1

 

 

2

 

0

 

 

0

 

 

1 4

 

ADJUSTMENT

BAR KNOB

ADJUSTMENT

BAR

PLUNGE DEPTH

BIT

ADJUSTMENT KNOB

Fig. 8

 

 

 

1 4

 

LOCKING

 

ARM

0

 

 

SCALE

2

 

1

 

1

2

 

1

 

 

1

 

 

2

 

0

 

DEPTH

 

 

INDICATOR

 

 

ADJUSTMENT

BAR KNOB

ADJUSTMENT

 

BIT

BAR

PLUNGE DEPTH

 

 

 

ADJUSTMENT KNOB

Fig. 9

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Contents OPERATOR’S Manual Double InsulatedTable of Contents IntroductionElectrical Safety General Safety RulesWork Area Safety Personal Safety Bits coast after router has been turned off Specific Safety RulesService Symbols Symbol Name DESIGNATION/EXPLANATIONSymbol Signal Meaning Electrical Connection ElectricalDouble Insulation Extension CordsAdjustment BAR FeaturesProduct Specifications Plunge Depth Adjustment KnobAssembly Operation Switching from Fixed Base to Plunge BaseAdjustments ApplicationsSee Figures 3 Switching from Plunge Base to Fixed BaseTo install the fixed base To remove the plunge baseTo install collet INSTALLING/REMOVING ColletsINSTALLING/REMOVING Bits To install the bitSee Figures 6 Setting Depth of CUT for Fixed Base RoutingSelecting Depth of CUT Setting Depth of CUT for Plunge Base Routing See Figures 8Slide Switch OFF Decrease Speed For further adjustmentsFor finer cutting with the plunge depth adjustment knob Turning the Router on and OFFInternal Routing AccessoriesOperating the Router Edge RoutingFreehand Routing Edging with Pilot BITSee Figures 16 Direction of Feed and ThrustProper Rate of Feed Guide Inside RotationTOO Fast TOO Slow Feeding TOO FastFeeding TOO Slowly Router Table Attachment AdjustmentsDepth of CUT See Figures 20Vacuum Adaptor Screws ATTACHING/REMOVING Vacuum AdaptorsSubbase Screws Collet NUT Cone PIN Spindle Lock ScrewMaintenance AccessoriesWhat is Covered Under the 3 Year Limited Service Warranty WarrantyDAY Satisfaction Guarantee Policy HOW to Obtain Service What is not CoveredCustomer Service Information Model No R2900 Serial No