RIDGID R29001 Manual Del Operador página 14

OPERATION
You can detect when you are feeding the router too slowly by
the runaway, high-pitched sound of the motor or by feeling
the wiggle of the bit in the cut.
DEPTH OF CUT
See Figures 20 - 21, page 21.
Depth of cut is important because it affects the rate of feed
that, in turn, affects the quality of the cut and the possibility
of damage to the tool's motor and bit.
A deep cut requires a slower feed than a shallow one. A cut
that is too deep will slow the feed so that the bit is scraping
rather than cutting. A too deep cut can cause smaller bits
to be broken off. Bits that are 1/16 in. in diameter are easily
broken off when subjected to too much side thrust. A large
enough bit is not likely to break, but attempting a cut that
ADJUSTMENTS
ADJUSTING LOCk LEVER TENSION ON THE
FIXED BASE AND PLUNGE BASE ROUTER
See Figure 22, page 21.
Over time and with repeated use, the lock lever may become
loose. When this occurs, tighten the stop nut slightly. The
elastic stop nut should be loose enough so that there is some
play in the lock lever when it is in the open position.
NOTE: Do not over tighten the elastic stop nut. The lock lever
should clamp tightly to secure the motor housing.
CAUTION:
Make sure the motor housing does not move
up or down when clamped. If motor is not
securely clamped in base, adjustments will not
be accurate.
WARNING:
Follow the provided proper instructions when
mounting router to a routing table. Failure to use
router tables with appropriate safety features could
result in serious personal injury. Use router tables
that are UL classified and identified suitable for use
with the specific router model.
ROUTER TABLE ATTACHMENT
See Figure 23, page 22.
When attaching the router to a routing table, remove the
subbase, and use the router table attachment screws pro-
vided with the router. Use these screws to replace the sub-
base screws shown in figure 23.
is too deep may result in a rough cut, and it may be difficult
to guide and control the bit as desired. It is recommended
that you do not exceed 1/8 in. depth of cut in a single pass,
regardless of the bit size or the softness or condition of the
workpiece.
To make deeper cuts, make as many successive passes as
needed, lowering the bit 1/8 in. for each new pass. To save
time, perform all the cutting necessary at one depth setting
before lowering the bit for the next pass. This will insure a
uniform depth when you complete the final pass.
NOTE: Do not remove more than 1/8 in. in a single pass.
Excessive depth of cut can result in loss of control and the
possibility of serious personal injury.
CENTERING TOOL
See Figure 23, page 22.
If the subbase needs to be replaced, removed, or changed,
a centering tool is provided. The centering tool is double
sided to center the subbase when using the 1/2 in. or 1/4
in. collet.
To remove the subbase on the router:
 Unplug the router.
 Loosen the subbase screws on the base.
 Remove the router subbase.
To install the centering tool and subbase:
 Unplug the router.
 Insert the subbase screws on the base.
 Tighten screws lightly so that the subbase can move
freely.
 Hold the collet nut with the supplied wrench and depress
and hold the spindle lock until it locks into place.
 Loosen the collet nut.
 Insert the centering tool pin into the collet and tighten the
collet securely with the wrench provided.
 Release the spindle lock if necessary.
 Place the cone on the pin and lightly press down on the
cone until it stops as shown in figure 23. This will center
the subbase.
 While pressing down on the cone, tighten the subbase
screws.
To remove the centering tool:
 Unplug the router.
 Hold the collet nut with the supplied wrench and depress
and hold the spindle lock until it locks into place.
 Loosen the collet nut and remove the centering tool.
 Release the spindle lock if necessary.
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