RIDGID R2900 manual Assembly

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FEATURES

KNOW YOUR ROUTER

See Figure 1.

Before attempting to use this product, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety rules.

CENTERING TOOL

The centering tool aligns the subbase with the center of the collet when reattaching the subbase to the router.

CHIP SHIELD

A clear plastic chip shield is installed on the front of the router for protection against flying dust and chips. The shield is designed to fit the opening of the router base.

LED WORKLIGHTS

The LED worklights, located on the bottom of the router motor, illuminate when the slide switch is on. This provides extra light for increased visibility.

LIGHTED PLUG

The lighted plug with tool icon helps to easily identify live tools.

PLUNGE DEPTH ADJUSTMENT KNOB

The plunge depth adjustment knob, located on the base of the plunge base, provides precise stops for repetitive depth of cut changes. A depth adjustment scale makes quick ad- justments to depth of cut changes possible.

SLIDE SWITCH

The slide switch is located on top of the motor housing. It features a soft start to prolong motor life and gives the operator more control when starting the router.

SPINDLE LOCK

The spindle lock keeps the collet from turning while installing and removing bits.

VACUUM ADAPTORS

The vacuum adaptors attach to the router base for dust free routing when used in combination with a vacuum.

VARIABLE SPEED DIAL

The variable speed dial enables speed adjustment of the bit from 10,000/min to 23,000/min.

ASSEMBLY

UNPACKING

This product has been shipped completely assembled.

Carefully remove the tool and any accessories from the box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are included.

Inspect the tool carefully to make sure no breakage or damage occurred during shipping.

WARNING:

If any parts are damaged or missing do not operate this tool until the parts are replaced. Failure to heed this warning could result in serious personal injury.

Do not discard the packing material until you have care- fully inspected and satisfactorily operated the tool.

If any parts are damaged or missing, please call 1-866-539-1710 for assistance.

PACKING LIST

Router Motor

Fixed Base

Plunge Base

Router Table Attachment Screws (3) 1/2 in. Collet

1/4 in. Collet

1-1/4 in. Vacuum Adaptors (2) Vacuum Adaptor Screws (2) Centering Tool

Collet Wrenches (2)

T-Handle Wrench

Operator's Manual

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.

WARNING:

Do not connect to power supply until assembly is complete. Failure to comply could result in accidental starting and possible serious personal injury.

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Contents Double Insulated OPERATOR’S ManualIntroduction Table of ContentsWork Area Safety General Safety RulesElectrical Safety Personal SafetySpecific Safety Rules Service Bits coast after router has been turned off Symbol Name DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION SymbolsSymbol Signal Meaning Double Insulation ElectricalElectrical Connection Extension CordsProduct Specifications FeaturesAdjustment BAR Plunge Depth Adjustment KnobAssembly Adjustments Switching from Fixed Base to Plunge BaseOperation ApplicationsTo install the fixed base Switching from Plunge Base to Fixed BaseSee Figures 3 To remove the plunge baseINSTALLING/REMOVING Bits INSTALLING/REMOVING ColletsTo install collet To install the bitSetting Depth of CUT for Fixed Base Routing Selecting Depth of CUTSee Figures 6 See Figures 8 Setting Depth of CUT for Plunge Base RoutingFor finer cutting with the plunge depth adjustment knob For further adjustmentsSlide Switch OFF Decrease Speed Turning the Router on and OFFOperating the Router AccessoriesInternal Routing Edge RoutingEdging with Pilot BIT Freehand RoutingProper Rate of Feed Direction of Feed and ThrustSee Figures 16 Guide Inside RotationFeeding TOO Fast Feeding TOO SlowlyTOO Fast TOO Slow Depth of CUT AdjustmentsRouter Table Attachment See Figures 20Subbase Screws Collet NUT Cone PIN Spindle Lock ATTACHING/REMOVING Vacuum AdaptorsVacuum Adaptor Screws ScrewAccessories MaintenanceDAY Satisfaction Guarantee Policy WarrantyWhat is Covered Under the 3 Year Limited Service Warranty HOW to Obtain Service What is not CoveredModel No R2900 Serial No Customer Service Information