Ryobi ERT1250RG Operation manual
PLUNGE ROUTER
OWNER’S OPERATING MANUAL
ERT1250RG / ERT1250VN
DESCRIPTION
1. Speed selection sight window
2. Variable speed control
3. Handle
4. Lock-off button
5. Spindle lock button
6. Parallel guide lock knob
7. Chip shield
8. Depth stop
9. Depth stop bar
10. Depth stop bar lock knob
11. Depth zero reset indicator
12. Scale
13. Power cord
14. Plunge lock lever
15. Switch
16. Router base
17. Sub-base
18. Collet adaptor
19. Spanner (23.8 mm)
20. Parallel guide
21. Cutter
22. Collet nut
23. Threaded post
24. Collet
25. Router bits
26. Workpiece
27. Dust port
28. Depth of cut
29. Width of cut
30. First pass
31. Second pass
32. Fine height adjuster knob
33. Fine height adjuster quick
release button
34. Live tool indicator
35. Template guide
36. Screw
37. Locking anchor
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Important!
It is essential that you read the instructions in this manual before
operating this machine.
Subject to technical modifications.
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GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING
Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure
to follow the warnings and instructions may result in
electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future
reference.
The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your
mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated
(cordless) power tool.
1. WORK AREA SAFETY
a. Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or
dark areas invite accidents.
b. Do not operate power tools in explosive
atmospheres, such as in the presence of
flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Power tools
create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
c. Keep children and bystanders away while
operating a power tool. Distractions can cause
you to lose control.
2. ELECTRICAL SAFETY
a. Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never
modify the plug in any way. Do not use any
adaptor plugs with earthed (grounded) power
tools. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will
reduce risk of electric shock.
b. Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded
surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric
shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
c. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet
conditions. Water entering a power tool will
increase the risk of electric shock.
d. Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for
carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool.
Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges
or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords
increase the risk of electric shock.
e. When operating a power tool outdoors, use an
extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of
a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of
electric shock.
f. If operating power tools in a damp location
is unavoidable, use a residual current device
(RCD) protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces
the risk of electric shock.
3. PERSONAL SAFETY
a. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and
use common sense when operating a power
tool. Do not use a power tool while you are
tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol
or medication. A moment of inattention while
operating power tools may result in serious
personal injury.
b. Use personal protective equipment. Always
wear eye protection. Protective equipment such
as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or
hearing protection used for appropriate conditions
will reduce personal injuries.
c. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the
switch is in the off-position before connecting
to power source and/or battery pack, picking
up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with
your finger on the switch or energising power tools
that have the switch on invites accidents.
d. Remove any adjusting key or wrench before
turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left
attached to a rotating part of the power tool may
result in personal injury.
e. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times. This enables better control
of the power tool in unexpected situations.
f. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves
away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery
or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
g. If devices are provided for the connection of
dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure
these are connected and properly used. Use of
dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards.
4. POWER TOOL USE AND CARE
a. Do not force the power tool. Use the correct
power tool for your application. The correct
power tool will do the job better and safer at the
rate for which it was designed.
b. Do not use the power tool if the switch does not
turn it on and off. Any power tool that can not be
controlled with the switch is dangerous and must
be repaired.
c. Disconnect the plug from the power source
and/or the battery pack from the power tool
before making any adjustments, changing
accessories, or storing power tools. Such
preventive safety measures reduce the risk of
starting the power tool accidentally.
d. Store idle power tools out of the reach of
children and do not allow persons unfamiliar
with the power tool or these instructions
to operate the power tool. Power tools are
dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
e. Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment
or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts
and any other condition that may affect the
power tools operation. If damaged, have the
power tool repaired before use. Many accidents
are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
f. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges
are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
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g. Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits
etc., in accordance with these instructions and
in the manner intended for the particular type
of power tool, taking into account the working
conditions and the work to be performed. Use
of the power tool for operations different from
intended could result in a hazardous situation.
5. SERVICE
a. Have your power tool serviced by a qualified
repair person using only identical replacement
parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power
tool is maintained.
SPECIAL SAFETY RULES
a. Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces when
performing an operation where the cutting tool
may contact hidden wiring or its cord. Contact
with a “live” wire will make exposed metal parts of
the tool “live” and shock the operator.
b. Know your power tool. Read operator’s manual
carefully. Learn its applications and limitations, as
well as the specific potential hazards related to
this tool. Following this rule will reduce the risk of
electric shock, fire, or serious injury.
c. Always wear safety glasses. Everyday
eyeglasses have only impact-resistant lenses;
they are NOT safety glasses. Following this rule
will reduce the risk of serious personal injury.
d. Protect your lungs. Wear a face or dust mask
if the operation is dusty. Following this rule will
reduce the risk of serious personal injury.
e. Protect your hearing. Wear hearing protection
during extended periods of operation. Following
this rule will reduce the risk of serious personal
injury.
f. Inspect tool cords periodically and, if damaged,
have them repaired at your nearest factory service
center or other authorised Service Organisation.
g. Constantly stay aware of cord location.
Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric
shock or fire.
h. Check damaged parts. Before further use of the
tool, a guard or other part that is damaged should
be carefully checked to determine that it will
operate properly and perform its intended function.
Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of
moving parts, breakage of 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 by an authorised
service center. Following this rule will reduce the risk
of shock, fire, or serious injury.
i. Do not abuse cord. Never carry the tool by the
cord or yank it to disconnect it from the receptacle.
Keep cord away from heat, oil, and sharp edges.
Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric
shock or fire.
j. Inspect for and remove all nails from lumber
before routing. Following this rule will reduce the
risk of serious personal injury.
k. 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.
l. 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.
m. This product is not intended for use by
persons (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or
lack of experience and knowledge, unless they
have been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the product by a person
responsible for their safety. Children should be
supervised to ensure that they do not play with
the product.
n. Keep children and visitors away. Visitors should
wear safety glasses and be kept at a safe distance
from work area. Do not let visitors come in contact
with the tool or the extension cord.
o. Complies with AS/NZS 60745.
p. It is recommended that this tool always be supplied
via a residual current device with a rated residual
current of 30mA or less.
WARNING
Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding,
drilling, and other construction activities contains
chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other
reproductive harm.
Some examples of these chemicals are:
lead from lead-based paints
crystalline silica from bricks and cement and
other masonry products
arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated
lumber
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on
how often you do this type of work. To reduce your
exposure to these chemicals, work in a well ventilated
area, and work with approved safety equipment, such
as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter
out microscopic particles.
SYMBOL
Safety Alert
V Volts
Hz Hertz
Alternating Current
W Watts
3
nₒNo-load speed
n Rated speed
min־¹ Revolutions or reciprocations per minute
Conformity
Double insulation
Wear ear protection
Wear eye protection
Please read the instructions carefully before
starting the product.
Waste electrical products should not be
disposed of with household waste. Please
recycle where facilities exist. Check with your
Local Authority or retailer for recycling advice.
Recycle raw materials instead of disposing
of as waste. The machine, accessories and
packaging should be sorted for environmental-
friendly recycling.
SPECIFICATIONS
Voltage 240 V 50 Hz
No load speed 14000-31500 min־¹
Input power 1250 W
Plunge depth 55 mm
Collet size 6.35 mm or 12.7 mm
Peak horsepower 1.5 HP
Net weight 4.5 kg
APPLICATIONS
Use your router only for the purposes listed below:
routing grooves, shaping edges, freehand designs,
etc., in wood
chamfering, rabbeting, dadoing, and dovetailing in
wood
routing edges on laminates
FEATURES
Your plunge router is a versatile woodworking tool that
will give you years of trouble-free performance. It is
engineered with the professional in mind, but its ease
of operation allows the amateur to produce work that is
beautiful and precise. As the name implies, your plunge
router can be used for making plunge cuts in workpieces,
routing grooves, edge routing, routing circles, and
freehand routing.
When used with recommended accessories, such as
depth adjustment knob, and straight guide; it becomes
even more versatile. Various types of cutters, both with
and without roller bearings as guides, also add to the
versatility of this tool.
HEAVY DUTY MOTOR
Your router has a powerful motor with sufficient power to
handle tough routing jobs. It delivers 1.5 horsepower for
heavy duty performance.
CHIP SHIELD
A plastic chip shield has been provided on the base of
your router for protection against flying dust and chips. It is
designed to fit the front opening of the router base.
SPINDLE LOCK
The spindle lock secures the spindle so that only one
wrench is needed to loosen collet nut and change cutters.
To operate, push the button whilst loosening the collet.
NOTE: Do not run router with spindle lock engaged or use
as a brake to stop the router.
VARIABLE SPEED
Your router has advanced electronic features, designed to
assist you in getting the maximum use from your router.
By making proper speed selections, your router can be
adjusted to specific routing needs.
The variable speed control allows the router to develop a
no load speed that can be adjusted from 14,000 to 31,500
min־¹. The variable speed control selector is conveniently
located on the front of the router.
The electronic feature of your router introduces the
flexibility of adjusting the motor speed to required job
conditions. An electronic speed control module senses
the load applied to the motor, and increases or decreases
motor voltage to compensate for and maintain desired
RPM. Speed can be set according to the approximate
cutter diameter you will be using and to the hardness of
the material being cut. The best cuts are made when the
cutter is fed through material at the proper rate of feed.
PLUNGE LOCK LEVER
Your router has a plunge lock lever that allows for free
plunging. This feature is very useful when used with the
fine height adjuster quick release mechanism. Unlocking
the plunge lock lever and releasing the fine height adjuster
allows for a smooth, precise plunging action. Once you
reach the desired depth of cut, simply lock the plunge lock
lever. The cutter will then be secured at the desired depth
of cut. After extended use, the plunge lock may wear. If
this happens, you can easily adjust the lever.
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To adjust plunge lock lever
See figure 21.
Unplug the tool.
WARNING
Failure to unplug the tool could result in accidental
starting, causing serious injury.
Make sure lever is in locked position.
Remove (L) the screw supporting the plunge lock
lever.
Remove the lever.
Place the lever back in the original locked position.
Replace (T) the screw.
Check for free plunge with lever rotated to unlocked
position. If router does not plunge freely, reposition
lever.
Plunge lock lever shown after extended wear
See figure 20.
Plunge lock lever shown in original locked position
See figure 22.
TEMPLATE GUIDE
See figure 23.
The template guide can be fitted to the base of the router
to accurately duplicate curves and other complex shapes.
These shapes can be easily made by using a jigsaw to cut
out a template. Fix the guide to the base of the router by
removing the 3 screws retaining the dust extraction port,
placing the guide in the recess provided in the base and
replacing the screws. The dust extraction port must be in
place when fitting the guide to hold the screws.
The guide protrudes below the bottom of the base allowing
the router to follow the template, which must be securely
fixed to the workpiece and a firm pressure applied to the
router at all times to ensure that the edge of the guide
accurately follows the template.
The template must be at least 5 mm thick to allow for the
protrusion of the guide. Allowance must also be made in
the template for the distance between the cutting edge of
the bit and the outside edge of the template guide.
ERGONOMIC DESIGN
The design of this tool provides for easy handling. It is
designed for comfort and ease of grasp when operating in
different positions and at different angles.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
Your router has a precision built electric motor. It should
only be connected to a power supply of the type specified
on the rating plate of the machine, AC only. Do not operate
this tool on direct current (DC). A voltage drop of more than
10 percent will cause a loss of power and overheating.
If your tool does not operate when plugged into an outlet,
double-check the power supply.
DOUBLE INSULATION
Double insulation is a concept in safety in electric power
tools, which eliminates the need for the usual threewire
grounded power cord. All exposed metal parts are isolated
from the internal metal motor components with protecting
insulation. Double insulated tools do not need to be
grounded.
WARNING
The double insulated system is intended to protect
the user from shock resulting from a break in the tools
internal wiring. Observe all normal safety precautions to
avoid electrical shock.
IMPORTANT
Servicing of a tool with double insulation 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 your nearest
authorised service center for repair.
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.
ADJUSTMENTS
WARNING
The tool should never be connected to a power supply
when you are assembling parts, making adjustments,
installing or removing cutters, or when not in use.
Disconnecting the tool will prevent accidental starting
that could cause serious injury.
CUTTER INSTALLATION
See figure 3 and 4.
Unplug the tool.
WARNING
Failure to unplug the tool could result in accidental
starting, causing serious injury.
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