Bdal 6146.461 3Sprachen 04.06.2005 11:58 Uhr Seite 1 OPERATOR’S MANUAL ROUTER TABLE RT501W Power tools and some accessories Not included. 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 purchasing a Ryobi router table.
Bdal 6146.461 3Sprachen 04.06.2005 11:58 Uhr Seite 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Rules for Safe Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-4 Unpacking and checking contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bdal 6146.461 3Sprachen 04.06.2005 11:58 Uhr Seite 3 RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION Check damaged parts Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to ensure that it will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, broken parts, mounting and any other conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced.
Bdal 6146.461 3Sprachen 04.06.2005 11:58 Uhr Seite 4 RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION Do not overreach Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Maintain tools with care Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories. Use recommended accessories Consult this manual for recommended accessories. Follow the instructions that accompany the accessories. The use of improper accessories may cause hazards.
Bdal 6146.461 3Sprachen 04.06.2005 11:58 Uhr Seite 5 FEATURES AND SPECIFICATIONS Table weight. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27,5 lbs. Table work space. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .567 square inches Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bdal 6146.461 3Sprachen 04.06.2005 11:58 Uhr Seite 6 PACKAGE CONTENTS AND HARDWARE LEGEND ITEM DESCRIPTION QTY.
Bdal 6146.461 3Sprachen 04.06.2005 11:58 Uhr Seite 7 PACKAGE CONTENTS AND HARDWARE LEGEND ITEM DESCRIPTION QTY.
Bdal 6146.461 3Sprachen 04.06.2005 11:58 Uhr Seite 8 PACKAGE CONTENTS AND HARDWARE LEGEND (Continued) Note: Hardware parts shown (screws, nuts, washers) are actual size. ITEM DESCRIPTION QTY.
Bdal 6146.461 3Sprachen 04.06.2005 11:58 Uhr Seite 9 PACKAGE CONTENTS AND HARDWARE LEGEND (Continued) Note: Hardware parts shown (screws, nuts, washers) are actual size. ITEM DESCRIPTION QTY. AD Hex nut (M 6) 4 AD AE Washer (6.
Bdal 6146.461 3Sprachen 04.06.2005 11:58 Uhr Seite 10 ASSEMBLY WARNING: The router or router table should never be connected 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 See Figure 2 1. Place router table top (C) upside-down on a flat surface.
Bdal 6146.461 3Sprachen 04.06.2005 11:58 Uhr Seite 11 ASSEMBLY TO ATTACH THE SWITCH BOX AC (4) See Figure 3 4. Place the router table on its legs. 5. Use a #2 Phillips screwdriver to attach switch box (G) to the switch box bracket with 3 self tapping screws (AF). AE (4) AD (4) AF (3) G AF K AC Fig. 3 U To attach screws, washers and nuts for mounting router See Figure 4 6. Place the 4 flange nuts (U) in the 4 countersink holes of the tabletop. 7.
Bdal 6146.461 3Sprachen 04.06.2005 11:58 Uhr Seite 12 ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLE THE INSERTS See Figure 7 11. Place the 2 washers (AE) on top of the 2 holes in the fence, insert the 2 knob screws (T) into the holes and fasten on the other side with the 2 flat nuts (Z). NOTE: Do not tighten the 2 flat nuts at this stage. See Figure 5 9. Three of the inserts are for use with a specific size bit. M AE (2) Z (2) N P T AE B L Z Fig. 5 TO ATTACH THE FENCE See Figure 6 10.
Bdal 6146.461 3Sprachen 04.06.2005 11:58 Uhr Seite 13 ASSEMBLY TO ATTACH THE FEATHERBOARDS ASSEMBLE THE MITER GUIDE See Figure 9 13. Insert the hex head screw (AJ) into the sliding block (J). Place the sliding block into the slot of the featherboard (H). Secure by placing washer (AE) over the hex head screw (AJ). Screw together by turning the knob (S) clockwise. NOTE: Do not completely tighten at this stage. Repeat the above for the remaining 2 featherboards. See Figure 11 15.
Bdal 6146.461 3Sprachen 04.06.2005 11:58 Uhr Seite 14 MOUNTING THE ROUTER NOTE: If your router does not fit adapter base plate or if you wish to mount router directly to the table for greater cutting depth, remove the base plate from your router and attach the router with the universal clamping system. WARNING: Always unplug router and remove router bits before mounting to router table. Remove the fence, the insert, the featherboards and the miter guide from the tabletop before mounting the router.
Bdal 6146.461 3Sprachen 04.06.2005 11:58 Uhr Seite 15 MOUNTING THE ROUTER II. Mounting Routers with Three-Hole Base Plate (Hole Pattern "E") See Figure 13 6. Mount the router with adaptor base plate by putting the pan head screws (AG) through the holes in the tabletop and fasten to the nuts in the adapter plate (F) at position H. (The adapter plate comes from the factory with the mounting nuts pressed into it.) Tighten securely.
Bdal 6146.461 3Sprachen 04.06.2005 11:58 Uhr Seite 16 MOUNTING THE ROUTER III. Mounting Routers with the universal clamping system See Figure 16 6. Screw the three locating pins (Y) into nuts on adapter plate from top side at hole position H. Note: All routers will require using the adapter plate (F) and locating pins (Y) when mounting the router to the router table with the universal clamping system. Refer to Hole Pattern Chart on page 14 to determine the correct hole pattern for your router.
Bdal 6146.461 3Sprachen 04.06.2005 11:58 Uhr Seite 17 MOUNTING THE ROUTER See Figure 18 8. Place clamp (R), swivel piece (Q), washer (AE), and knob (S) on screw (AC) as shown. Leave assembly loose to allow clamp to be adjusted. Repeat the above procedures for the 3 remaining clamps. AE (4) S AE Q R AC Fig. 18 Fig. 19 See Figure 19 9. Position all 4 clamps on the adapter plate and tighten securely with the 4 knobs. 10. Place the router table on its legs.
Bdal 6146.461 3Sprachen 04.06.2005 11:58 Uhr Seite 18 SWITCH BOX Introduction WARNING: See Figure 20 A conveniently located Switch Box allows the operator to: turn the router ON and OFF from the front of the table simultaneously operate other devices such as a light or a vacuum It also features a resettable, internal circuit breaker that protects your equipment against overloads.
Bdal 6146.461 3Sprachen 04.06.2005 11:58 Uhr Seite 19 SWITCH BOX Switch Box Familiarization For Routers With "LOCK-ON" Feature The purpose of this section is to familiarize the user with the operation of the switch box BEFORE the router is plugged in. The "LOCK-ON" feature will not permit the router to be turned ON by the switch box, but it can be turned OFF by the switch box. Operate as follows: 1. Place the switch box to ON as previously described.
Bdal 6146.461 3Sprachen 04.06.2005 11:58 Uhr Seite 20 Table flatness adjustment See Figure 24 Your router table comes equipped with 2 “L” brackets mounted under it to help ensure the flatness of the working surface. If the router table should ever become warped, the flatness can be adjusted by shimming under the “L” brackets. Loosen “L” brackets mounting screws and place shims as necessary. Tighten the “L” bracket screws securely.
Bdal 6146.461 3Sprachen 04.06.2005 11:58 Uhr Seite 21 OPERATION Using fence Using your router/router table See Figure 26 To position the fence on tabletop, make this adjustment. 1. Place the fence on the tabletop. 2. Loosen the 2 knobs (T). 3. Slide the fence into the required position. NOTE: Fence should always be parallel with the frontside of the table. 4. Tighten the knobs (T) by turning clockwise.
Bdal 6146.461 3Sprachen 04.06.2005 11:58 Uhr Seite 22 OPERATION Using the router for beading and edge cutting See Figure 29 The edge of the workpiece that slides along fence must be straight and true for best results. (Use scrap to test settings.) 1. With the router bit set at the required depth, place the fence behind the bit at a distance determined by the previous cut. Lower safety shield. 2. Secure both clamping knobs. 3. Slide the workpiece against the fence. Adjust fence for subsequent cuts.
Bdal 6146.461 3Sprachen 04.06.2005 11:58 Uhr Seite 23 OPERATION Using adjustable fences See Figure 32 and 33 The fence slides can be positioned closer to the router bit to provide better support of the workpiece. To reposition the fence slides: 1. Loosen the 4 knobs (see Figure 32). 2. Reposition fence slides closer to the router bit. Leave a 3/16" gap (see Figure 33). 3. Tighten the 4 knobs securely (see Figure 32). NOTE: DO NOT let the fence slides touch the router bit. Fig.
Bdal 6146.461 3Sprachen 04.06.2005 11:58 Uhr Seite 24 ACCESSORIES Using miter guide Using featherboards See Figure 34 The miter guide can serve as extra support for routing small workpieces and for ends of long workpieces. NOTE: Make sure that the fence and miter bar slot are parallel before cutting. To cut miters, unclamp knob that secures the protractor head. Turn head up to 60° in either direction. Retighten knob.
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Bdal 6146.461 3Sprachen 04.06.2005 11:58 Uhr Seite 26 REPAIR PARTS KEY NO. ITEM Part NO.
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Bdal 6146.461 3Sprachen 04.06.2005 11:58 Uhr Seite 28 OPERATOR’S MANUAL ROUTER TABLE RT501W • SERVICE Now that you have purchased your tool, should a need ever exist for repair parts or service, simply contact your nearest Ryobi Authorized Service Center. Be sure to provide all pertinent facts when you call or visit. Please call 1-800-525-2579 for your nearest Ryobi Authorized Service Center. You can also check our Web site at www.ryobitools.com for a complete list of Authorized Service Centers.