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Thank you years of rugged, trouble-free performance. WARNING: To reduce the risk of operation, and operator safety. When properly cared for, it will give you for dependability, ease of injury, the user must read and understand the operator's manual before using this product. SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE OPERATOR'S MANUAL FIXED BASE ROUTER DOUBLE INSULATED R163 Your router has been engineered and manufactured to our high standard for your purchase.
Thank you years of rugged, trouble-free performance. WARNING: To reduce the risk of operation, and operator safety. When properly cared for, it will give you for dependability, ease of injury, the user must read and understand the operator's manual before using this product. SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE OPERATOR'S MANUAL FIXED BASE ROUTER DOUBLE INSULATED R163 Your router has been engineered and manufactured to our high standard for your purchase.
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.... Refer to them frequently and use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will reduce the risk of control. Bits coast after router has been turned off. Know your power tool. WARNING! To reduce the risk of injury, user must be sure to use them these instructions...
.... Refer to them frequently and use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will reduce the risk of control. Bits coast after router has been turned off. Know your power tool. WARNING! To reduce the risk of injury, user must be sure to use them these instructions...
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...depth adjustments can be made using the quick release button. n Inspect the tool carefully to comply could result in increments of the router base. The zero reset feature allows for use with all items listed in accidental starting and possible serious personal injury. This ...provides extra light for assistance. PACKING LIST R163 Router Bag Wrench Operator's Manual WARNING: If any accessories from the box. WARNING: Do not connect to possible serious personal injury. The safe...
...depth adjustments can be made using the quick release button. n Inspect the tool carefully to comply could result in increments of the router base. The zero reset feature allows for use with all items listed in accidental starting and possible serious personal injury. This ...provides extra light for assistance. PACKING LIST R163 Router Bag Wrench Operator's Manual WARNING: If any accessories from the box. WARNING: Do not connect to possible serious personal injury. The safe...
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.... The spindle lock can be released once the motor slides down and in wood and wood products REMOVING/INSTALLING ROUTER BASE See Figure 2. n Lift the base up , loosen the lock lever. NOTE: When using the spindle...the lock lever. 10 n Push the spindle lock in permanent damage to the locking mechanism. n Place the router upside down with the wrench provided until it into the base. If the latch is sufficient to make sure...the latch goes all the way in, turn the collet with the Ryobi label away from the slot in . Use caution, as forcing may use this tool for any application...
.... The spindle lock can be released once the motor slides down and in wood and wood products REMOVING/INSTALLING ROUTER BASE See Figure 2. n Lift the base up , loosen the lock lever. NOTE: When using the spindle...the lock lever. 10 n Push the spindle lock in permanent damage to the locking mechanism. n Place the router upside down with the wrench provided until it into the base. If the latch is sufficient to make sure...the latch goes all the way in, turn the collet with the Ryobi label away from the slot in . Use caution, as forcing may use this tool for any application...
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... or collet with the wrench provided. Fig. 4 LED WORKLIGHT See Figure 4. WARNING: If you are larger in diameter than the opening in the router subbase. n I ) position. n Release the spindle lock. n Loosen the collet nut and remove the bit. away from cutting. COLLET NUT...rotate after use , causing serious personal injury. n Release the spindle lock. n Loosen the collet nut and remove the bit. n Unplug the router. NOTE: Make sure that could cause possible serious personal injury. WARNING: Never use the wrench provided. OPERATION WARNING: If the collet nut is ...
... or collet with the wrench provided. Fig. 4 LED WORKLIGHT See Figure 4. WARNING: If you are larger in diameter than the opening in the router subbase. n I ) position. n Release the spindle lock. n Loosen the collet nut and remove the bit. away from cutting. COLLET NUT...rotate after use , causing serious personal injury. n Release the spindle lock. n Loosen the collet nut and remove the bit. n Unplug the router. NOTE: Make sure that could cause possible serious personal injury. WARNING: Never use the wrench provided. OPERATION WARNING: If the collet nut is ...
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...depth adjustments are designed to reach deeper cuts. n Turn the depth adjustment knob counterclockwise to move the collet up or down considerably, turn off the router and reduce the depth of cut in the base. n When the desired depth of cut is set , tighten the lock lever. Note: It ...the depth adjustment knob. and that will not place excessive strain on the scale indicates a 1/128 in . n Unplug the router. n Press and hold the quick release button while moving the router motor up . n When the desired depth of cut is set , tighten the lock lever. OPERATION selectING DEPTH OF CUT ...
...depth adjustments are designed to reach deeper cuts. n Turn the depth adjustment knob counterclockwise to move the collet up or down considerably, turn off the router and reduce the depth of cut in the base. n When the desired depth of cut is set , tighten the lock lever. Note: It ...the depth adjustment knob. and that will not place excessive strain on the scale indicates a 1/128 in . n Unplug the router. n Press and hold the quick release button while moving the router motor up . n When the desired depth of cut is set , tighten the lock lever. OPERATION selectING DEPTH OF CUT ...
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... the end of the wrench socket over the adjusting nut. If depth adjustments are UL classified and identified suitable for the bit. Use router tables that fail to conform to safe woodworking practices and offer proper guarding for use with the lock lever tightened. WARNING: Do not ...use with router tables that are possible with on-board switch controlled receptacles. Note: It should not be made . Failure to comply can be possible ...
... the end of the wrench socket over the adjusting nut. If depth adjustments are UL classified and identified suitable for the bit. Use router tables that fail to conform to safe woodworking practices and offer proper guarding for use with the lock lever tightened. WARNING: Do not ...use with router tables that are possible with on-board switch controlled receptacles. Note: It should not be made . Failure to comply can be possible ...
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... Fig. 9 14 When routing a groove, the travel should be in the "guide outside" illustration, tool travel should be from the workpiece. n Tilt router and place on and let the motor build up to full speed. n Upon completion of the cut lines. n Upon completion of the ... straight edge as shown in a direction that places the guide you use is against the straight edge and rout the groove. OPERATION operating the router When routing straight cuts across a workpiece, clamp a straight edge to the workpiece to use as a guide. Clean out any remaining waste in...
... Fig. 9 14 When routing a groove, the travel should be in the "guide outside" illustration, tool travel should be from the workpiece. n Tilt router and place on and let the motor build up to full speed. n Upon completion of the cut lines. n Upon completion of the ... straight edge as shown in a direction that places the guide you use is against the straight edge and rout the groove. OPERATION operating the router When routing straight cuts across a workpiece, clamp a straight edge to the workpiece to use as a guide. Clean out any remaining waste in...
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... Figure 10. NOTE: A core box or V-groove bit is to carve small, intricate details. Straight bits and ball mills are used freehand, the router becomes a flexible and versatile tool. n Rout the pattern in personal injury. Make the first pass at 25% of the desired depth of cut from ...the workpiece is flush with pilot bit See Figure 11. thick uncut portion at least a 1/16 in . the large one reduces this amount by router depth setting) are excellent for edge shaping with the pilot against the uncut portion, which will be no uncut edge to ride the pilot against...
... Figure 10. NOTE: A core box or V-groove bit is to carve small, intricate details. Straight bits and ball mills are used freehand, the router becomes a flexible and versatile tool. n Rout the pattern in personal injury. Make the first pass at 25% of the desired depth of cut from ...the workpiece is flush with pilot bit See Figure 11. thick uncut portion at least a 1/16 in . the large one reduces this amount by router depth setting) are excellent for edge shaping with the pilot against the uncut portion, which will be no uncut edge to ride the pilot against...
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...the cut in a counterclockwise direction, especially when the motor revs up for cutting. A high-pitched sound means you to use . If the router is always in the opposite direction, the rotation of holding the tool and results in soft, dry wood, the proper feed rate may require... cutting diameter of the bit When cutting shallow grooves in a direction that the leading edge of feed is moving. Always grasp and hold the router firmly with grain cut . 6 3 proper 4 cutting sequence 7 8 1/4 in hardwoods such as you select the proper rate of feed. ...
...the cut in a counterclockwise direction, especially when the motor revs up for cutting. A high-pitched sound means you to use . If the router is always in the opposite direction, the rotation of holding the tool and results in soft, dry wood, the proper feed rate may require... cutting diameter of the bit When cutting shallow grooves in a direction that the leading edge of feed is moving. Always grasp and hold the router firmly with grain cut . 6 3 proper 4 cutting sequence 7 8 1/4 in hardwoods such as you select the proper rate of feed. ...
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... the cut . Its high-pitched whine will be partially knocked off (rather than normal tendency to produce tiny, cleanly severed chips. When you advance the router into the work too slowly, the revolving bit does not dig into new wood fast enough to run freely without the overload of the cut... by feeling the wiggle of the bit in the cut and in a wrong direction from the intended line of the bit can also cause the router to top RPM, and has a much greater than fully cut off). Bigger bites mean bigger chips and a rougher finish. Scraping produces heat, which can overheat...
... the cut . Its high-pitched whine will be partially knocked off (rather than normal tendency to produce tiny, cleanly severed chips. When you advance the router into the work too slowly, the revolving bit does not dig into new wood fast enough to run freely without the overload of the cut... by feeling the wiggle of the bit in the cut and in a wrong direction from the intended line of the bit can also cause the router to top RPM, and has a much greater than fully cut off). Bigger bites mean bigger chips and a rougher finish. Scraping produces heat, which can overheat...
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...the end of attachments or accessories not recommended can damage, weaken or destroy plastic which may create a hazard or cause product damage. Carbide Router Bit Kit...A25RS12 8 pc. The use . CLEANING THE Bits Get faster, more accurate cutting results by hand only. Clean the...same as originally ground. WARNING: Do not at the service center: Edge Guide...6090080-1 25 pc. Starter Carbide Router Bit Kit...A25RS08 WARNING: Current attachments and accessories available for the life of high grade lubricant for use any other parts may result ...
...the end of attachments or accessories not recommended can damage, weaken or destroy plastic which may create a hazard or cause product damage. Carbide Router Bit Kit...A25RS12 8 pc. The use . CLEANING THE Bits Get faster, more accurate cutting results by hand only. Clean the...same as originally ground. WARNING: Do not at the service center: Edge Guide...6090080-1 25 pc. Starter Carbide Router Bit Kit...A25RS08 WARNING: Current attachments and accessories available for the life of high grade lubricant for use any other parts may result ...
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... to the motor housing. The model number of this type of Authorized Service Centers. • MODEL NO. OPERATOR'S MANUAL FIXED BASE ROUTER DOUBLE INSULATED R163 WARNING: Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other reproductive harm. Some examples of these ...TO ORDER REPAIR PARTS When ordering repair parts, always give the following information: • MODEL NUMBER R163 • SERIAL NUMBER Ryobi® is a registered trademark of Ryobi Limited used under license. 983000-958 06-18-07 (REV:01) ONE WORLD TECHNOLOGIES, INC. 1428 Pearman Dairy Road, ...
... to the motor housing. The model number of this type of Authorized Service Centers. • MODEL NO. OPERATOR'S MANUAL FIXED BASE ROUTER DOUBLE INSULATED R163 WARNING: Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other reproductive harm. Some examples of these ...TO ORDER REPAIR PARTS When ordering repair parts, always give the following information: • MODEL NUMBER R163 • SERIAL NUMBER Ryobi® is a registered trademark of Ryobi Limited used under license. 983000-958 06-18-07 (REV:01) ONE WORLD TECHNOLOGIES, INC. 1428 Pearman Dairy Road, ...
Repair Sheet
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RYOBI FIXED BASE ROUTER - MODEL NUMBER R163 19 18 20 21 6 4 7 3 2 1 17 16 15 14 12 10 13 11 8 9 6 5 4
RYOBI FIXED BASE ROUTER - MODEL NUMBER R163 19 18 20 21 6 4 7 3 2 1 17 16 15 14 12 10 13 11 8 9 6 5 4
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... Hd 4 Right Handle Assembly 1 Screw (#10-24 x 9/16 in . PARTS LIST KEY PART NO. Always mention the model number in all correspondence regarding your ROUTER or when ordering repair parts. RYOBI FIXED BASE ROUTER - Torx Recess Pan Hd 2 Left Handle Assembly 1 Hex Lock Nut (1/4-20 1 Lever Pin 1 Wear Plate 1 Lock Lever 1 Roll Pin...
... Hd 4 Right Handle Assembly 1 Screw (#10-24 x 9/16 in . PARTS LIST KEY PART NO. Always mention the model number in all correspondence regarding your ROUTER or when ordering repair parts. RYOBI FIXED BASE ROUTER - Torx Recess Pan Hd 2 Left Handle Assembly 1 Hex Lock Nut (1/4-20 1 Lever Pin 1 Wear Plate 1 Lock Lever 1 Roll Pin...
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RYOBI FIXED BASE ROUTER - MODEL NUMBER R163 15 31 25 24 23 30 18 28 27 26 29 12 22 25 24 23 21 8 6 20 17 16 13 14 32 13 11 10 9 7 33 5 19 4 3 2 1 SECTION "A"
RYOBI FIXED BASE ROUTER - MODEL NUMBER R163 15 31 25 24 23 30 18 28 27 26 29 12 22 25 24 23 21 8 6 20 17 16 13 14 32 13 11 10 9 7 33 5 19 4 3 2 1 SECTION "A"
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... 29 514266001 30 940054128 31 940077080 32 940999110 33 671250001 Screw (8-18 x 24 Pan Hd 4 Screw (M3.5 x 14.5 Pan Hd 1 Router Base/Spindle Lock Actuator Kit (Included With Key 13 On Pages 2-3 1 Torsion Spring 1 Bearing Frame 1 Ball Bearing (6003 1 Screw (M5...Brush Tube Clamp 2 Screw (8-16 x 1/2 in . PARTS LIST FOR SECTION "A" KEY PART NO. Pan Hd 1 Upper Cap Assembly (Inc. RYOBI FIXED BASE ROUTER - Pan Hd 4 Circuit Board Assembly 1 Screw (6-19 x 5/16 in all correspondence regarding your nearest authorized service center. To avoid the ...
... 29 514266001 30 940054128 31 940077080 32 940999110 33 671250001 Screw (8-18 x 24 Pan Hd 4 Screw (M3.5 x 14.5 Pan Hd 1 Router Base/Spindle Lock Actuator Kit (Included With Key 13 On Pages 2-3 1 Torsion Spring 1 Bearing Frame 1 Ball Bearing (6003 1 Screw (M5...Brush Tube Clamp 2 Screw (8-16 x 1/2 in . PARTS LIST FOR SECTION "A" KEY PART NO. Pan Hd 1 Upper Cap Assembly (Inc. RYOBI FIXED BASE ROUTER - Pan Hd 4 Circuit Board Assembly 1 Screw (6-19 x 5/16 in all correspondence regarding your nearest authorized service center. To avoid the ...