Ryobi R181PF Adjusting Depth of CUT, To Adjust Depth of CUT for Fixed Base or D- Base Routers

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OPERATION

ADJUSTING DEPTH OF CUT

Proper depth of cut depends on several factors: the peak horsepower of the router motor, the type of cutter, and the type of wood. A lightweight, low horsepower router is designed for making shallow cuts. A router with a high horsepower rating can safely cut deeper. Small cutters, such as veining bits with 1/16 in. (1.6 mm) cutting diameters, are designed to remove only small amounts of wood. Large cutters, such as straight-flute bits, are made to remove larger amounts of wood. You can make deeper cuts in soft woods, such as white pine, than in hardwoods, like oak or maple.

Based on these considerations, choose a depth of cut that will not place excessive strain on the router motor. If you find that extra force is needed or that the motor speed slows down considerably, turn off the router and reduce the depth of cut. Then, make the cut in two or

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more passes.

When routing a groove that is too deep to safely cut in one pass, it is best to make the cut in several passes. 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 deeper cuts.

Adjusting the depth of cut for the plunge router is different from adjusting the depth of cut for the fixed router.

TO ADJUST DEPTH OF CUT FOR FIXED BASE OR D- BASE ROUTERS

See Figures 9 and 10.

Follow these steps to adjust depth of cut for fixed routers.

1. Unplug the router.

WARNING:

Failure to unplug the tool could result in accidental starting causing serious injury.

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2.Place the router on a flat surface.

3.Loosen the locking arm.

4.Turn the depth adjusting ring counterclockwise until the tip of the cutter touches the flat surface.

5.Turn the depth indicator ring until the zero lines up with the indicator point on the base.

6.Position the router so that the cutter can extend below the subbase for desired depth of cut.

7.Turn the depth adjusting ring to obtain the desired depth of cut.

8.Tighten the locking arm securely.

NOTE: To adjust the depth of cut when the router is mounted to a router table, turn the depth adjustment ring until the cutter reaches the desired depth of cut.

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Contents Save this Manual for Future Reference Operators ManualIntroduction Table of ContentsWork Area General Safety RulesService Specific Safety RulesSymbol Name DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION SymbolsDouble Insulation ElectricalElectrical Connection Extension CordsFeatures Unpacking Depth Adjustment Ring Gold SpindleLocking ARM Lock ButtonTurning the Router ON/OFF OperationOperating the Router See FigureTo Install the Plunge Base Removing and Installing the Router BaseDepth Adjustment Ring Indicator Arrow To Remove the Fixed or D-HANDLE BaseTo Install the Fixed or D-HANDLE Base To Switch from Plunge Base to Fixed Base or D-HANDLE BaseSee Figures 6 To Remove the Plunge BaseTo remove the cutter REMOVING/INSERTING CuttersTo insert the cutter Loosen Tighten Spindle Lock ButtonTo Adjust Depth of CUT for Fixed Base or D- Base Routers Adjusting Depth of CUTDepth Indicator Ring Adjustment Arrow Indicator PointPlunge Lock Lever Cutter Stop BAR Knob Depth Indicator To Adjust Depth of CUT for Plunge Base RoutersSee Figures 11, 12, Feeding the Router Feeding Too Fast See Figure Rate of FeedTOO Fast TOO Slow Feeding Too Slow See FigureRouting Determining Depth of CUTRouting Grooves Routing by Freehand Router Pilot Work Edging with PilotsRouter Work Pilot Guide Router Template Guide Bushing KIT To Install the Template Guide BushingRouting with the Guide Bushing See Figures 23Straight Guide To Install the Straight GuideSee Figures 25 Accessories MaintenancePage Service Model NO. and Serial no
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