OPERATOR'S MANUAL

ROUTER TABLE
RT101 - DOUBLE INSULATED

For use only with the Ryobi R161 or R162 router (includes R1801M1 motor with R181FB1 base)
Your new router table 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.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator’s manual.
Thank you for buying a Ryobi router table.

SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

 TABLE OF CONTENTS
Q Introduction ........................................................................................................................................................ 2
Q Rules for Safe Operation ................................................................................................................................3-4
Q Symbols ............................................................................................................................................................. 5
Q Specifications .................................................................................................................................................... 6
Q Unpacking .......................................................................................................................................................... 6
Q Features ............................................................................................................................................................ 7
Q Assembly ......................................................................................................................................................9-12
Q Adjustments ................................................................................................................................................13-15
Q Operation ....................................................................................................................................................15-16
Q Maintenance .................................................................................................................................................... 16
Q Parts, Ordering, and Service ........................................................................................................................... 18

INTRODUCTION
Your router table has many features for making the use
of a router more pleasant and enjoyable. Safety, WARNING:
performance, and dependability have been given top Do not attempt to use this product until you have
priority in the design of this router table making it easy to read thoroughly and understand completely the
maintain and operate. operator’s manual. Pay close attention to the safety
rules, including Dangers, Warnings, and Cautions. If
you use your router table properly and only for what
it is intended, you will enjoy years of safe, reliable
service.

WEAR YOUR The operation of any power tool can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes,
SAFETY GLASSES which can result in severe eye damage. Before beginning tool operation, always wear safety
goggles or safety glasses with side shields and a full face shield when needed. We
recommend Wide Vision Safety Mask for use over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses
FORESIGHT IS BETTER with side shields. Always wear eye protection which is marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1.
THAN NO SIGHT

Look for this symbol to point out important safety

precautions. It means attention!!! Your safety is involved.

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 RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
Safe operation of this power tool requires that you read Q Do not abuse cord. Never carry the tool by the
and understand this operator's manual and all labels cord or yank it to disconnect it from the recep-
affixed to the tool. Safety is a combination of common tacle. Keep cord away from heat, oil, and sharp
sense, staying alert, and knowing how your tool works. edges. Following this rule will reduce the risk of elec-
tric shock or fire.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
Q Polarized plugs. To reduce the risk of electric shock,
Q Know your power tool. Read operator’s manual this equipment has a polarized plug (one blade is
carefully. Learn its applications and limitations, wider than the other). This plug will fit in a polarized
as well as the specific potential hazards related outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the
to this tool. Following this rule will reduce the risk of outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a
electric shock, fire, or serious injury. qualified electrician to install the proper outlet. Do not
Q Keep guards in place and in good working order. change the plug in any way.
Q Remove wrenches and adjusting keys. Form the Q Wear proper apparel. Do not wear loose clothing,
habit of ensuring that hex keys and adjusting wrenches gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets, or other jewelry
are removed before turning on the tool. that can get caught in moving parts. Nonslip footwear
Q Keep the work area clean. Cluttered work areas and is recommended. Also wear protective hair covering
work benches invite accidents. to contain long hair.
Q Do not use in dangerous environments. Do not Q Always wear safety glasses. Everyday eyeglasses
use power tools in damp or wet locations, or expose have only impact-resistant lenses; they are NOT
them to rain. Keep the work area well lit. safety glasses.
Q Keep children and visitors away. All visitors should Q Protect your lungs. Wear a face or dust mask if
be kept a safe distance from work area. the operation is dusty. Following this rule will re-
Q Make workshop childproof with padlocks and mas- duce the risk of serious personal injury.
ter switches or by removing starter keys. Q Protect your hearing. Wear hearing protection
Q Do not force the tool. It will do the job better and during extended periods of operation. Following
safer at the rate for which it was designed. this rule will reduce the risk of serious personal in-
jury.
Q Use the right tool. Do not force the tool or attach-
ment to do a job for which it was not designed. Q Secure work. Use clamps or a vise to hold work
Q Use the proper extension cord. Make sure your when practical. It is safer than using your hand and
extension cord is in good condition. Use only a cord frees both hands to operate tool.
heavy enough to carry the current your product will Q Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance
draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line at all times.
voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. A Q Never stand on tool. Serious injury could occur if the
wire gage size (A.W.G.) of at least 14 is recom- tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is unintentionally
mended for an extension cord 25 feet or less in contacted.
length. If in doubt, use the next heavier gage. The
smaller the gage number, the heavier the cord. Q Maintain tools with care. Keep tools sharp and
clean for better and safer performance. Follow in-
Q Inspect tool cords periodically and, if damaged,
structions for lubricating and changing accessories.
have repaired at your nearest authorized service
center. Constantly stay aware of cord location. Q Avoid accidental starting. Make sure switch is in off
Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock position when plugging in tool.
or fire. Q Disconnect tools before servicing, when not in
use, or when changing attachments.
Q Use recommended accessories. Consult the
operator's manual for recommended accessories.
The use of improper accessories may cause risk of
injury.

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 RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
Q Check damaged parts. Before using the tool, a
guard or other part that is damaged should be care- WARNING:
fully checked to determine that it will operate properly
Some dust created by power sanding, sawing,
and perform its intended function. Check for align-
grinding, drilling, and other construction activities
ment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, break-
contains chemicals known to cause cancer, birth
age of parts, mounting and any other conditions that
defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples
may affect its operation. A guard or other part that is
of these chemicals are:
damaged must be properly repaired or replaced.
Q Direction of feed. Feed work into a blade or cutter • lead from lead-based paints,
against the direction or rotation of the blade or cutter • crystalline silica from bricks and cement
only. and other masonry products, and
Q Keep hands away from cutting area. Do not reach • arsenic and chromium from chemically-
underneath the table or in the cutting path with your treated lumber.
hands or fingers at any time while the tool is con- Your risk from these exposures varies, depending
nected to a power source. on how often you do this type of work. To reduce
Q Do not use awkward hand positions. your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well
Q Use overhead guard when adjustable fence is not ventilated area, and work with approved safety
in place. equipment, such as those dust masks that are
specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.
Q Firmly clamp or bolt the router table to a work
surface so that the router table surface is approxi-
mately hip height.
Q Never leave tool running unattended. Turn the
power off. Do not leave tool until it comes to a
complete stop.
Q Inspect for and remove all nails from lumber be-
fore routing. Following this rule will reduce the risk
of serious personal injury.
Q Drugs, alcohol, medication. Do not operate tool
while under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or any
medication. Following this rule will reduce the risk of
electric shock, fire, or serious personal injury.
Q Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently
and use them to instruct others who may use this
tool. If you loan someone this tool, loan them
these instructions also.

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 SYMBOLS
Important: Some of the following symbols may be used on your tool. Please study them and learn their meaning.
Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer.
SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION

V Volts Voltage

A Amperes Current

Hz Hertz Frequency (cycles per second)

W Watt Power

min Minutes Time

Alternating Current Type or a characteristic of current

n0 No Load Speed Rotational speed, at no load

Class II Construction Designates double-insulated

construction tools

.../min Revolutions or Reciprocation Per Minute Revolutions, strokes, surface speed,

orbits etc. per minute

Safety Alert Indicates danger, warning or caution.

It means attention!!! Your safety is
involved.

Wet Conditions Alert Do not expose to rain or use in damp

locations.

The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols, and the
explanations with them, deserve your careful attention and understanding. The safety warnings do not by
themselves eliminate any danger. The instructions or warnings they give are not substitutes for proper accident
prevention measures.

SYMBOL MEANING

DANGER: Failure to obey a safety warning will result in serious injury to yourself or to others. Always
follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury.

WARNING: Failure to obey a safety warning can result in serious injury to yourself or to others.
Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury.

CAUTION: Failure to obey a safety warning may result in property damage or personal injury to
yourself or to others. Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and
personal injury.

NOTE: Advises you of information or instructions vital to the operation or maintenance of the equipment.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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 SPECIFICATIONS
Table Dimensions 14 in. x 24 in. (35.6 cm x 61 cm)
Maximum Cutter Diameter 1-15/16 in. (4.9 cm)
Fence Length 16 in. (40.64 cm)
Miter Slot 3/8 in. x 3/4 in. x 24 in. (0.9 cm x 1.9 cm x 61 cm)
Rating 120 Volts, 60 Hz, AC only
Net Weight 18 lbs. (8.2 kg.)

UNPACKING
INFORMATION
Q Carefully remove the parts from the box. Make sure
WARNING:
that all items listed in the packing list are included. If any parts are missing do not operate the product
Q Inspect the parts carefully to make sure no break- until the missing parts are replaced. Failure to do so
age or damage occurred during shipping. could result in serious personal injury.
Q Do not discard the packing material until you have
carefully inspected and satisfactorily operated the
product.
Q If any parts are damaged or missing, please call
1-800-525-2579 for assistance.

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PACKING LIST 11. Fence lock knob (2)

1. Router table surface (1) 12. Guard post (1)
2. Table leg (4) 13. Cutter guard assembly (1)
3. Socket head screw (19) 14. Miter gauge bar (1)
4. Lock washer (19) 15. Miter gauge (1)
5. Hex key (1) 16. Miter gauge knob & washer (1 ea)
6. Switch box assembly (1) 17. Rear safety guard (1)
7. Thread cutting screw (2) 18. Pan head machine screw (2)
8. Undertable guard (1) 19. Throat plate (5)
9. Fence assembly (1) 20. Starting pin
10. Carriage bolt (2) 21. Flat head machine screw (3)
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 FEATURES
DOUBLE INSULATION CUTTER GUARD/VACUUM ATTACHMENT
Double insulation is a concept in safety in electric power The cutter guard provides a barrier to protect the operator
tools, which eliminates the need for the usual three-wire from contact with the cutter and is adjustable for all types
grounded power cord. All exposed metal parts are of cuts and materials. The cutter guard also doubles as
isolated from the internal metal motor components with a vacuum attachment. You can insert a standard shop
protecting insulation. Double insulated tools do not need vacuum into the top of the clear plastic ring to keep dust
to be grounded. down to a minimum.

MITER GAUGE
WARNING:
A miter gauge is used for mitered routing and to help
The double insulated system is intended to protect support wider pieces.
the user from shock resulting from a break in the
tool's internal wiring. Observe all normal safety pre- GUARDS
cautions to avoid electrical shock. The undertable guard and rear safety guard ensure that
your hand, loose clothing, and other objects do not come
Important: Servicing of a tool with double insulation
in contact with the cutter or collet during operation.
requires extreme care and knowledge of the system and
should be performed only by a qualified service
technician. For service, we suggest you return the tool to WARNING:
your nearest authorized service center for repair. Always The undertable guard and rear safety guard must be
use original factory replacement parts when servicing. securely in place before using the router table. Fail-
ure to do so could result in serious personal injury.
SWITCH
The router table has a conveniently located toggle
THROAT PLATES
switch. In addition, the router table is equipped with a
switch key. You must insert the key to turn the switch on. Five throat plates are included with the router table. The
If you remove the key during operation, you can turn the throat plate provides a stable surface around the cutter
switch off, but you may not turn it on again until you and prevents objects from falling through the throat and
replace the key. damaging the spindle.

FENCE ASSEMBLY WARNING:

The fence assembly provides an adjustable surface to Do not allow familiarity with your router or router
support and guide the work. table to make you careless. Remember that a care-
STARTING PIN less fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict severe
injury.
When you are unable to use the fence for a guide
because the workpiece is odd-shaped or too small, use
the starting pin for a guide. Only use piloted cutters when
using the starting pin.

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 FEATURES

CUTTER GUARD/
VACUUM
ATTACHMENT

FENCE

MITER
GAUGE

SWITCH KEY
SWITCH

FRONT VIEW

REAR VIEW

Fig. 1

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.

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 ASSEMBLY

WARNING:
The router or router table should never be con-
nected to a power supply when you are assembling
parts, making adjustments, installing or removing
cutters, cleaning, or when not in use. Disconnecting
the router and router table will prevent accidental
starting that could cause serious personal injury.

ASSEMBLING THE ROUTER TABLE

Assembling the router table involves attaching the legs,
the undertable guard, the switch box, the fence, the
cutter guard/vacuum attachment, and the miter gauge to
the router table.
TO ATTACH THE LEGS
See Figure 2.
Follow these directions to attach the legs. Fig. 2
Q Place router table surface upside down on a flat,
level surface with the front edge closest to you.
Q Place each leg in a corner of the table.
NOTE: Two of the legs have been keyed for proper SWITCH
placement. With the table surface upside down, place BOX
the leg with four holes and two punched notches in
the front left corner of the table and the leg with six
holes in the front right corner of the table.
Q Align the four holes in the legs with the four corre-
sponding threaded holes in the table.
CUTOUT
Q Use the hex key to secure each leg with four socket
head screws and lock washers.
TO ATTACH THE SWITCH BOX
See Figure 3.
Follow these directions to attach the switch box.
Fig. 3
Q Place the router table upside down on a flat surface.
Q Hold the switch box so that the words ON and OFF
on the toggle switch are upside down.
Q Insert the switch box through the cutout in the left
front leg.
Q Align the two small holes in the mounting tabs with
the two small holes in the leg.
Q Use a screwdriver to secure the switch box with two
thread cutting screws.
TO ATTACH THE UNDERTABLE GUARD
See Figure 4.
Follow these directions to attach the undertable guard.
Q Place the router table upside down on a flat surface.
Q Position the undertable guard around the throat of
the table.
Q Align the three holes of the guard with the threaded
holes in the table.
Fig. 4
Q Use the hex key to secure the undertable guard with
three socket head screws and lock washers.
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 ASSEMBLY
TO ATTACH THE FENCE
See Figure 5.
Follow these directions to attach the fence.
Q Place the router table right side up with the back
edge closest to you.
Q Position the fence on the table with the four black
knobs facing you.
Q Align the two holes on the bottom of the fence with
the two channels on the router table.
Q Secure the fence to the table with the two fence lock
knobs and carriage bolts.
TO ATTACH THE CUTTER GUARD ASSEMBLY/
VACUUM ATTACHMENT
See Figure 6.
Follow these directions to attach the cutter guard
assembly/vacuum attachment. Fig. 5
Q Place the router table right side up with the back
edge closest to you.
Q Screw the guard post securely into one of the
threaded holes on the top of the fence.
NOTE: When the fence is close to the cutter, place
the guard post in the off-center threaded hole to
provide protection from the cutter and allow for proper
suction for the vacuum.
Q Loosen the clear plastic ring by turning the black
knob counterclockwise.
Q Slide the ring over the guard post.
Q Center the cutter guard over the throat of the router
table.
Q Tighten the cutter guard by turning the black knob
clockwise.
NOTE: While routing, you can insert a standard Fig. 6
shop vacuum into the top of the clear plastic ring to
keep dust down to a minimum.
TO ATTACH THE MITER GAUGE
See Figure 7.
Follow these directions to attach the miter gauge.
Q Place the router table right side up with the front
edge closest to you.
Q Place the miter gauge bar in the track near the front
of the table with the pointer on the right.
Q Position the miter gauge onto the miter gauge bar
placing the miter gauge under the pointer and align-
ing the hole in the miter gauge over the small post in
the miter gauge bar.
Q Screw the miter gauge knob into the threaded hole
in the miter gauge bar.

Fig. 7

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 ASSEMBLY
ATTACHING THE REAR SAFETY GUARD
TO THE ROUTER
See Figure 8.
Follow these directions to attach the rear safety guard to
the router.
Q Place the rear safety guard on the back of the
router.
Q Align the slots in the guard with the holes in the
router.
Q Secure the rear safety guard to the router with the
two machine screws.

ATTACHING THE ROUTER TO THE TABLE

Attach the router to the router table after you have
assembled the table and installed the rear safety guard.
See Figure 9. Fig. 8
Follow these directions to attach the router to the table.
Q Place the router table right side up with the front
edge closest to you.
Q Be sure the table is stable and rests on all four legs.
Q Hold the router upside down so that the front of the
router faces you.
Q Align the holes in the center of the table with the
holes in the router.
NOTE: To attach router, use the two right holes
and the back left hole.
Q Hold the router with one hand and securely tighten
each of the machine screws with the other hand.

Fig. 9

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 ASSEMBLY
MOUNTING THE TABLE TO A WORK
SURFACE
See Figure 10a and 10b.
Follow these directions to mount the table to a work
surface.
Q Place the router table right side up on a sturdy work
surface, e.g., work stand, workbench, counter top.
Q Mark the holes with a pencil.
Q Remove the router table.
Q Drill four holes through the work surface.
Q Place the router table back on the work surface,
aligning the holes in the table legs with the holes in
the work surface.
NOTE: Position the router table surface at
approximately hip height.
Q Insert four bolts (not included, 1/4-20 recommended)
and tighten securely with lock washers and hex nuts
(not included). Fig. 10a
NOTE: If you plan to transport the router table to
different locations, we recommend that you attach it
permanently to a mounting board that you can easily
clamp to a work surface.

Fig. 10b

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 ADJUSTMENTS
ADJUSTING DEPTH OF CUT
WARNING: See Figure 11.
The router or router table should never be con- We recommend that cuts be made at a depth not
nected to a power supply when you are assembling exceeding 1/8 in. (3.2 mm) and that several passes be
parts, making adjustments, installing or removing made to reach depths of cut greater than 1/8 in. (3.2
cutters, cleaning, or when not in use. Disconnecting mm).
the router and router table will prevent accidental Follow these directions to adjust depth of cut.
starting that could cause serious personal injury.
Q Unplug the router and the router table.

INSERTING/REMOVING CUTTERS WARNING:

Follow these directions to insert and remove cutters.
Failure to unplug the router and router table could
Q Unplug the router and the router table. result in accidental starting causing serious injury.

WARNING: Q Unlock the clamping lever.

Failure to unplug the router and router table could Q Turn the depth adjusting ring until the tip of the
result in accidental starting causing serious injury. cutter touches the work surface (zero depth of cut).
Q Turn depth indicator ring to zero depth of cut on the
scale.
WARNING: Q Turn the depth adjusting ring to the desired depth of
To prevent damage to the spindle or spindle lock, cut.
always allow the motor to come to a complete stop Q Lock the clamping lever securely.
before engaging the spindle lock.
NOTE: When you use certain cutters, you may need
Q Remove the screws from the rear safety guard. to remove the black plastic subbase from the router
to achieve full depth of cut.
Q Remove the rear safety guard from the router.
Q Follow the directions for installing and removing
cutters in the operator’s manual.

WARNING:
Use this router table only with a Ryobi router. Do not
attempt to use any other router with this table. Fail-
ure to heed this warning could result in improper
operation of the tool and serious personal injury.

Q Return the rear safety guard to its proper position.

Q Secure the rear safety guard by inserting and tight-
ening the two screws previously removed.

WARNING:
If you are changing a cutter immediately after use, be
careful not to touch the cutter or collet with your hands
or fingers. They will get burned because of the heat
buildup from cutting. Always use the wrench provided.
Fig. 11

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 ADJUSTMENTS
INSERTING THROAT PLATES
See Figure 12.
The throat plate provides a stable surface around the
cutter and prevents objects from falling through the
throat and damaging the spindle.
The proper size throat plate depends on the size and
shape of the cutter. When inserted, the throat plate
opening should be within approximately 1/4 in.
(6.4 mm) of the outermost edge of the cutter.
Follow these directions to insert throat plates.
Q Position the throat plate over the throat opening in
the router table.
Q Align the tab in the throat plate with the slot in the
throat opening.
Q Snap throat plate down and into place as shown.
NOTE: To remove throat plate, pull gently until the Fig. 12
throat plate snaps out.

WARNING:
Never attempt to operate router table without the
throat plate in place. Failure to do so could result in
the workpiece jamming or objects falling into the
rotating spindle, which could cause serious personal
injury.

POSITIONING THE FENCE

The fence enables you to support and guide the
workpiece.
See Figure 13. Fig. 13
Follow these directions to position the fence.
Q Loosen the fence lock knobs.
Q Position the fence the proper distance from the cut-
ter based on the amount of material you plan to
remove.
Q Tighten the fence lock knobs.

ADJUSTING THE STEP RISERS

See Figure 14.
The step risers, located on the outfeed side of the fence,
enable you to support the workpiece as it exits the cutter.
The step risers provide support for routing operations
that remove up to 1/8 in. (3.2 mm) of material. The step 2
risers are adjustable in 1/32 in. (0.8 mm) increments. 2
1

Follow these directions to adjust the step risers. 2

3
1

Q Loosen the knob bolts on the rear of the fence. 4

.

Q Push the riser forward and toward the throat.

pulg
po./
in./

Q Tighten the knob bolts.

Fig. 14

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 ADJUSTMENTS
INSERTING THE STARTING PIN
Place the starting pin on the router table and use it as a
pivot point when cutting small, odd-shaped pieces.
NOTE: It is not necessary to use the fence when you are
using the starting pin. Additionally, only use piloted
cutters when using the starting pin.
See Figure 15.
Follow these directions to insert the starting pin.
Q Place the starting pin into the threaded hole to the
right of the router table throat opening.
Q Turn the pin clockwise to secure.

ADJUSTING THE MITER GAUGE

Follow these directions to adjust the miter gauge.
Q Loosen the miter gauge knob. Fig. 15
Q Rotate the miter gauge to the desired angle.
Q Tighten the miter gauge knob.

OPERATION

WARNING:
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with
side shields when operating this tool. Failure to do
so could result in dust, shavings, or loose particles
being thrown into your eyes, resulting in serious
injury.

USING THE ROUTER WITH THE ROUTER

TABLE
Observe the following rules when using the router with SWITCHED
the router table. OUTLET
Q Read the entire Operator’s Manual.
Q Always plug the router into the router table switched
outlet. Never plug a router table mounted router into
another power source. Fig. 16
Q Lock-on the router switch. Refer to the Operator’s
Manual for details.
Q Make sure the router table switch is off. Remove the
switch key.
Q Plug the router table power cord into a power source.
Q Always control the power to the router with the router
table switch whenever the router is mounted on the
table.

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 OPERATION
PERFORMING A ROUTING OPERATION
See Figure 16.
WARNING:
Follow these directions to perform a routing operation. When operating the router with the router table, the
router must only be plugged into and controlled by
Q Read the entire Operator’s Manual.
the router table switched outlet. To reduce the risk of
Q Adjust the cutter guard so that it will not come in serious personal injury, never connect the table
contact with the workpiece or cutter during a cutting mounted router into another power source.
operation.
Q Adjust the infeed fence to support the uncut workpiece
and adjust the outfeed fence to support the workpiece
after the cut.
NOTE: The workpiece must always be tight against
the fence, unless you are using a ball-bearing piloted
cutter. Additionally, it may be necessary to remove
the center fence plate (with Ryobi logo) if using large
cutters.
Q Reconfirm that all router adjustments are securely
locked before connecting the router table to a power
source.
Q Feed the workpiece from right to left with the cutter
located in the fence opening.

WARNING:
The direction of feed for the workpiece is always
against the sharp edges of the cutter and therefore
into the rotation of the cutter. Failure to heed this
warning can result in serious personal injury.
Fig. 17

MAINTENANCE

WARNING:
When servicing use only identical Ryobi replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause
product damage.

GENERAL fiberglass chips and grindings are highly abrasive to

bearings, brushes, commutators, etc. Consequently, we
Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most
do not recommended that this tool be used for extended
plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of
work on these types of materials. If, however, you do
commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use.
work with any of these materials, it is extremely important
Use clean cloths to remove dirt, carbon dust, etc.
that you clean the tool frequently by blowing it with an air
jet.
WARNING:
Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petro- WARNING:
leum-based products, penetrating oils, etc. come in
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with
contact with plastic parts. They contain chemicals
side shields during power tool operation or when
that can damage, weaken, or destroy plastic.
blowing dust. If operation is dusty, also wear a dust
Electric tools used on fiberglass material, wallboard, mask.
spackling compounds, or plaster are subject to
accelerated wear and possible premature failure, as the

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NOTES

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 OPERATOR'S MANUAL
ROUTER TABLE
RT101 - DOUBLE INSULATED

EXTENSION CORD CAUTION **Ampere rating

(on tool faceplate) 0-2.0 2.1-3.4 3.5-5.0 5.1-7.0 7.1-12.0 12.1-16.0
When using a power tool at a considerable distance from a
Cord Length Wire Size (A.W.G.)
power source, be sure to use an extension cord that has the
capacity to handle the current the tool will draw. An under- 25' 16 16 16 16 14 14
sized cord will cause a drop in line voltage, resulting in over-
heating and loss of power. Use the chart to determine the mini- 50' 16 16 16 14 14 12
mum wire size required in an extension cord. Only round jack-
eted cords should be used. 100' 16 16 14 12 10 —
When working with a tool outdoors, use an extension cord CAUTION: Keep the extension cord clear of the working
that is designed for outside use. This is indicated by the letters area. Position the cord so that it will not get caught on
"WA" on the cord's jacket. lumber, tools or other obstructions while you are working
Before using any extension cord, inspect it for loose or ex- with a power tool.
posed wires and cut or worn insulation. **Used on 12 gauge - 20 amp circuit.

• SERVICE
Now that you have purchased your tool, should a need ever exist for repair parts or
service, simply contact your nearest Authorized Service Center. Be sure to provide all
pertinent facts when you call or visit. Please call 1-800-525-2579 for your nearest
Authorized Service Center. You can also check our Web site at www.ryobitools.com
for a complete list of Authorized Service Centers.

• MODEL NO. AND SERIAL NO.

The model number and serial number of this product are found on the label attached to the
front leg. Please record the serial number in the space provided below.

• HOW TO ORDER REPAIR PARTS

WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS,
ALWAYS GIVE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION:

• MODEL NUMBER RT101

• SERIAL NUMBER

Ryobi® is a registered trademark of Ryobi Limited used under license.

ONE WORLD TECHNOLOGIES, INC.

1428 Pearman Dairy Road, Anderson, SC 29625
www.ryobitools.com
Phone 1-800-525-2579
983000-134
3-24-06 (REV:01)