Ryobi Router RT401W User Guide

OPERATOR’S MANUAL  
ROUTER TABLE RT401W  
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.  
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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION  
I Check damaged parts  
WARNING:  
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.  
Means that failure to follow this safety statement may  
result in extensive product damage, serious personal  
injury, or death.  
WARNING:  
I Never leave tool running unattended  
I Read all safety instructions before using  
Read the owner's manual carefully. Learn its applications  
and limitations as well as the specific potential hazards.  
I Ground all tools (unless double insulated)  
If tool is equipped with an approved 3-conductor cord  
and a 3-prong grounding type plug to fit the proper  
grounding type receptacle, the green conductor in the  
cord is the grounding wire. NEVER connect the green  
wire to a live terminal.  
Turn power off. Do not leave tool until it comes to a  
complete stop.  
I Secure router table  
DO NOT attempt to use your router table unless it is  
fastened firmly to your workbench or floor.  
I Disconnect tools before servicing  
When changing bits, make sure router is unplugged.  
I Keep guards in place  
I Keep away from hazardous materials  
Normal sparking of the motor could ignite fumes,  
flammable liquids, or combustibles.  
Be sure guards are in working order, properly adjusted,  
and aligned.  
I KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM CUTTING AREA  
I Protect yourself against personal injury  
DO NOT operate any tool while under the influence of  
drugs, alcohol, or any medication.  
I Dress for safety  
Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties, or jewelry,  
as these items can get caught and draw you into  
moving parts. ALWAYS wear non-slip footwear. Tie back  
long hair. Roll long sleeves above the elbow.  
I Avoid accidental starting  
Make sure all switches are in "OFF" position before  
plugging in.  
I Never stand on tool  
Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped or if the  
cutting tool is accidentally contacted. DO NOT store  
materials above or near the tool, making it necessary to  
stand on the tool to reach them.  
I Protect and use suitable cords  
NEVER carry tool by cord or yank it to disconnect from  
receptacle. Protect cord from heat, oil and sharp edges.  
For outdoor operation, use extension cords intended for  
outdoor use.  
I Avoid a dangerous environment  
DO NOT use power tools in damp or wet locations or  
expose them to rain. Keep work area well lit and  
provide an adequate surrounding work space.  
I Check direction of feed  
Feed workpiece against the router bit’s direction of  
rotation.  
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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION  
I Do not overreach  
CAUTION:  
Keep proper footing and balance at all times.  
I Maintain tools with care  
Means that failure to follow this safety statement may  
result in minor or moderate personal injury, or property  
or equipment damage.  
Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest  
performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and  
changing accessories.  
I Use recommended accessories  
CAUTION:  
Consult this manual for recommended accessories.  
Follow the instructions that accompany the accessories.  
The use of improper accessories may cause hazards.  
I Remove adjusting keys and wrenches  
I Store properly  
Do not store router table outdoors or in a damp location.  
I Keep work area clean  
Form the habit of checking to see that keys and  
adjusting wrenches are removed from the tool before  
turning it on.  
ALWAYS keep your work area clean, uncluttered, and  
well lit. DO NOT work on or place router table legs on  
floor surfaces that are slippery from sawdust, oil, water,  
or wax.  
I Ensure safety of others  
Keep visitors and children a safe distance away from  
the work area, especially when operating a power tool.  
Visitors should wear the same safety equipment as the  
operator.  
I Do not force the tool  
Do not force tool or attachment to do a job for which it  
was not designed. It will do the job better and more  
safely at the rate for which it was designed.  
I SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS  
I Use clamps or a vise to hold work when practical  
Using clamps or a vise to hold work is safer than using  
your hand. It also frees both hands to operate the tool.  
UNPACKING AND CHECKING CONTENTS  
®
Separate all parts from packaging materials and check  
each item against the package contents listed in this  
manual, found on pages 6-8.  
Your RYOBI router table is shipped complete in one  
carton. Make sure all items are accounted for before  
discarding any of the packing materials.  
If any parts are damaged or missing, please call  
(800) 525-2579 for assistance.  
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FEATURES AND SPECIFICATIONS  
Table weight. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18,5 lbs.  
Table work space. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .441 square inches  
Dimensions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31-1/2"L x 14"W x 14"H  
ROUTER TABLE features include:  
High contrast  
white tabletop  
Easy to read  
miter guide  
Combination dust collector/safety shield  
Multi-position fence  
Twin receptacle  
electrical switch  
Universal  
router adapter  
plate  
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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PACKAGE CONTENTS AND HARDWARE LEGEND  
ITEM  
DESCRIPTION  
QTY.  
A
Safety shield  
1
A
B
B
Fence, right  
1
C
D
E
Fence base, right  
Fence, left  
1
1
1
C
D
E
Fence base, left  
F
Tabletop  
1
F
G
Leg  
4
G
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PACKAGE CONTENTS AND HARDWARE LEGEND  
ITEM  
DESCRIPTION  
QTY.  
H
Miter guide  
1
H
J
J
Miter bar  
1
1
K
Adapter plate  
K
L
Knob  
5
2
L
M
Holder for safety shield  
M
N
P
Feather flap  
2
1
N
P
Switch box  
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PACKAGE CONTENTS AND HARDWARE LEGEND  
Note: Hardware parts shown (screws, nuts, washers) are actual size.  
ITEM  
DESCRIPTION  
QTY.  
Q
Pan head screw  
(5 x 16)  
18  
Q
R
S
T
R
S
T
Carriage bolt  
(M 6 x 30)  
5
4
3
3
Countersink screw  
with nose (M 6 x 20)  
Pan head screw  
(M 6 x 12)  
U
Self tapping pan head screw  
(M 5 x 12)  
U
V
Washer (6,4 DIN 9021)  
5
4
V
W
Wing nut (M 6)  
W
X
Y
Countersink screw  
(5/16" - 18 x 3/4")  
3
3
X
Y
Countersink screw  
(M 8 x 20)  
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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 (F) upside-down on a flat  
2. Attach legs (G) securely to table top with 16 pan head  
screws (Q). Use a #3 Phillips screwdriver to keep from  
stripping the screw heads.  
surface. Take care not to scratch the table top surface.  
Q (16)  
G
Q
G
Q
G
Q
Q
G
Q
F
Fig. 2  
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ASSEMBLY  
See Figure 5  
TO ATTACH THE SWITCH BOX  
See Figure 3  
6. Attach left fence assemblies to tabletop using 4 carriage  
bolts (R), 4 washers (V) and 4 knobs (L). Make sure  
that the turned down flange fits snug against inside wall  
of provided groove in tabletop. Use a hammer to tap  
carriage bolts (R) until seated to the bottom of the  
tabletop.  
3. Place the router table on its legs.  
4. Use a #2 Phillips screwdriver to attach switch box (P) to  
the switch box bracket with 3 self tapping screws (U).  
V (4)  
U (3)  
R (4)  
P
L
V
U
Fig. 3  
R
TO ATTACH THE FENCES  
See Figure 4  
5. Attach left fence (D) to left fence base (E) using 2 coun-  
tersink screws (S) and 2 wing nuts (W). Repeat for right  
fence (B) and right fence base (C).  
S (4)  
W (4)  
W
W
D
C
E
B
S
S
Fig. 4  
Fig. 5  
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ASSEMBLY  
TO ATTACH SAFETY SHIELD  
ASSEMBLE THE MITER GUIDE  
See Figure 6  
See Figure 7  
7. Place the 2 holders (M) onto hinge of safety shield (A).  
Insert the safety shield with both holders on the 2 small  
holes on tabletop. Attach 2 holders securely to tabletop  
with 2 pan head screws (Q). Use a #3 Phillips screw-  
driver to keep from stripping the screw heads.  
8. Place the miter guide head (H) on top of the miter bar  
(J). Assemble miter guide by threading carriage bolt (R)  
through miter bar (J). Place washer (V) and knob (L) on  
end of carriage bolt and tighten the knob.  
R (1)  
V (1)  
Q (2)  
L
A
V
M
H
J
Q
R
Fig. 7  
WARNING:  
Before mounting the router make sure you have read  
and understood pages 9-11 of your owner’s manual.  
Fig. 6  
SECURING THE ROUTER TABLE  
WARNING:  
DO NOT use the router table unless it is firmly  
mounted to a stable work surface. Failure to securely  
mount the router table could lead to serious personal  
injury and/or property damage.  
See Figure 8  
1. Secure router table to the work surface using wood  
screws or sheet metal screws and washers (not pro-  
vided) through the holes.  
Fig. 8  
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MOUNTING THE ROUTER  
NOTE: If your router does not fit adapter base plate or if  
WARNING:  
you wish to mount router directly to the table for greater  
cutting depth, remove the base plate from your router, use  
it as a template, and drill directly through the tabletop.  
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.  
I. Mounting Routers with 7"  
Round Adapter Base Plate  
See Figure 9 and 10  
There are two methods for attaching routers to router  
table. The table will accept routers with bases up to 7" in  
diameter. See chart below to see whether your router will  
mount directly to the table or will require the use of the  
adapter plate provided.  
1. Remove the base plate from router.  
2. Place the adapter base plate (K) on the router base  
according to mounting pattern identified in chart. See  
Figures 9.  
3. Use the screws removed from the router base plate to  
attach the adapter base plate to the router base.  
Tighten screws securely.  
NOTE: If your router is not one of those listed in the chart,  
place the adapter base plate on top of the router base  
plate and rotate until the holes in the two plates are  
aligned. When hole patterns line up, the mounting scheme  
has been identified.  
4. Routers with A and AB hole pattern use three counter-  
sink 5/16" - 18 x 3/4" screws (X), to attach the adapter  
base plate (K) to the router. For Ryobi routers RE600  
and RE601 use three M 8 x 20 countersink screws (Y).  
Adapter  
Brand  
Ryobi®  
Model #  
5. To mount Craftsman routers that use the E-hole pat-  
tern to the adapter plate (K), three 10" - 32 x 1/2" coun-  
tersink screws are required (not provided).  
hole pattern  
R160K, R160V  
R161K, R161KT  
R162K, R165  
R180, R180PL  
R1801M  
NOTE: Adapter base plate must be mounted to the router  
using countersunk flat head screws.  
A/AB  
690, 691  
693LRPK  
694VK, 892  
893PK, 895PK  
1001, 8931  
9690LR  
Porter Cable®  
Milwaukee®  
X/Y (3)  
D
D
26941  
5615-21  
5616-21  
5619-20  
Hitachi®  
KM12VC  
7612  
D
F
K
Black & Decker®  
DW 610  
DW 616  
F
X or Y  
DeWalt®  
Skil®  
NOTE: Countersink  
screws  
D
1810, 1815  
1820, 1823  
1825, 1835  
1845-02  
K
E
17504, 17505  
17506, 17511  
17515, 17528  
17533, 26834  
E
A
Craftsman®  
27500, 27510  
27511  
Fig. 9  
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MOUNTING THE ROUTER  
See Figure 10  
2. Loosen knobs and slide fences so that notches in fence  
line up to clear mounting holes.  
6. Mount the router with adapter base plate using the  
through holes in the tabletop. Assemble with 3 screws  
(T) through tabletop and into the adapter base plate at  
position H. (The adapter base plate comes from the  
factory with the nuts pressed into it.) Tighten securely.  
3. While holding router upside down, position it to the  
underside within the center ring of the table top.  
4. Rotate router until the three mounting holes in router  
base line up with the three larger holes in the table top.  
7. Mount the router with adapter base plate by putting the  
pan head screws (T) through the holes in the tabletop  
and router base. Tighten securely.  
5. Insert three machine screws from router base plate  
through holes in tabletop and into router mounting  
holes. Tighten securely.  
6. To securely mount Craftsman routers that use the  
E-hole pattern to the table top without using adapter  
plate (K), three 10 - 32 x 1/2" pan head screws and  
three SAE #10 washers are required (not provided).  
CAUTION:  
Make sure the screws from router base plate are long  
enough to mount router securely. Replace if neces-  
sary.  
NOTE: For ease of use, position the router so the  
ON-OFF switch is accessible from the front of the  
table.  
CAUTION:  
T (3)  
Make sure the screws from router base plate are long  
enough to mount router securely. Replace if neces-  
sary.  
T
NOTE: Screw from router  
base plate or 10 - 32 x 1/2"  
pan head screw and washer  
SAE #10 washer  
Fig. 10  
II. Mounting Routers with Three-Hole  
Base Plate (Hole Pattern "E")  
See Figure 11  
1. Remove router base plate from router by removing  
screws.  
Fig. 11  
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SWITCH BOX  
Introduction  
See Figure 12  
WARNING:  
AVOID THE RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK  
NEVER connect the equipment grounding connector  
(green wire) to a "hot" electrical terminal. When  
repairing or replacing the electric plug or cord,  
DO NOT connect the grounding connector to a "hot"  
electrical terminal.  
Consult a qualified electrician if you do not understand  
the grounding procedures or if you are not sure  
whether the switch box is correctly grounded.  
REPLACE DAMAGED CORDS  
A conveniently located Switch Box allows the operator to:  
I turn the router ON and OFF from the front of the table  
I 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.  
Damaged and/or worn cords must be repaired or  
replaced immediately.  
Extension cords must be three-wire, 14 gauge or  
larger (maximum 25 foot length), with three-prong  
"male" plugs, and three hole "female" receptacles  
fabricated to accept the tool's plug. The electrical  
outlets on the bottom of the switch box accept  
three-prong grounded plugs and the two-prong plugs  
of double insulated tools.  
If a correctly grounded outlet is unavailable, use a  
temporary adapter to connect the switch box's three-  
prong plug to a two-hole receptacle. Make use of the  
temporary adapter only until a qualified electrician  
installs a correctly grounded, three-prong outlet. The  
green rigid lug or grounding wire MUST connect to the  
ground on the outlet. See Figure 14  
OUTLETS  
PULL  
ON  
PUSH OFF  
RESET  
reset button  
Fig. 12  
Electrical Hookup  
See Figure 13  
Proper grounding diverts potentially dangerous electricity  
away from the operator. The switch box is intended for  
use with a three-prong, grounded outlet. The switch  
box's electrical cord features an equipment-grounding  
connector and a grounding plug. Insert the plug into an  
accommodating outlet that conforms to all local electrical  
codes and the National Electric Code (NEC).  
Fig. 14  
WARNING:  
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK  
DO NOT touch prongs when inserting or removing  
plug from outlet. Improper grounding can produce  
potentially hazardous electrical discharges that can, in  
turn, cause serious injury or death - especially in wet  
conditions, such as a basement, outside, or near  
plumbing.  
Fig. 13  
DO NOT attach a 3-way plug or any other adapter to  
outlets on bottom of switch box.  
Only use the switch box when it is properly assembled  
to the router table AND when the router is properly  
attached to the router table.  
WARNING:  
DO NOT MODIFY THE PLUG  
If it does not fit correctly, a qualified electrician must  
install a compatible outlet.  
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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.  
The router should NOT start even though the trigger  
lock is in the "LOCK-ON" position. Refer to your Router  
Owner's Manual.  
WARNING:  
DO NOT plug the router in at this time. An ON switch  
will start and an unprepared user could possibly be  
seriously injured.  
2. To start router, depress trigger and engage "LOCK-ON"  
button. Router should start.  
NOTE: The router will not start if the router switch is  
al-ready in the "LOCK-ON" position. In this case, unlock  
the trigger, depress the trigger to start the router, then  
reengage the "LOCK-ON" button.  
See Figure 15  
The switch box also features a safety key that prevents  
tools plugged into the switch box from being turned ON  
inadvertently. Removal of the safety key disables the  
switch box by locking the switch in the OFF position.  
Strike the switch paddle with your hand to turn the router  
OFF in an emergency situation. Please note paddle switch  
positions and reset button at this time.  
3. To turn router OFF, push switch paddle down.  
Circuit Breaker  
If an overload occurs, the circuit breaker inside the  
switch box trips and interrupts power to the router and any  
accessories. If this happens:  
1. Unplug the power cord.  
2. Remove the workpiece from the router bit and table.  
3. Find the cause of the overload and correct.  
4. Push the reset button to reset it.  
See Figure 15.  
5. Plug in power cord.  
6. Follow instructions under Operation of Switch Box and  
Router to reset router.  
reset button  
paddle switch  
safety key  
Fig. 15  
WARNING:  
When router table is not in use, always:  
1. Place the switch box in OFF position and remove  
the safety key.  
2. Place router power switch in OFF position.  
3. Unplug switch box from wall outlet.  
4. Remove router bit.  
Operation of Switch Box and Router  
Make sure router switch is OFF and switch box is OFF  
BEFORE proceeding.  
1. Insert the yellow safety key into the switch box.  
2. Position router power switch to ON.  
5. Make sure router collet assembly is below router  
table.  
6. Remove and place safety key in a secure location.  
Remember where you place the safety key.  
NOTE: If your router requires the use of the switch trigger  
and "Lock-On" button, refer to your Router Owner's  
Manual for operating instructions.  
3. Insert finger under paddle and pull switch to ON  
position.  
4. To turn router OFF, push paddle down.  
WARNING:  
If breaker trips, or the router stalls, or if the power fails  
for any other reason, place the switch box in the OFF  
position, remove the safety key, and unplug the switch  
box from the wall outlet.  
WARNING:  
Router bit must come to a complete stop before  
leaving router table unattended.  
5. Lock switch to OFF position by removing key from  
switch box.  
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Table flatness adjustment  
See Figure 16  
Your router table comes equipped with an “L” bracket  
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” bracket. Loosen “L” bracket mounting screws and  
place shims as necessary. Tighten the “L” bracket screws  
securely. Check table top flatness with a straightedge or  
the edge of a carpenters square.  
Fig. 16  
OPERATION  
See Figure 17  
Connecting a Vacuum  
1. At the end of the board, use a soft pencil to mark line  
#1. This indicates the depth of the cut.  
A hole is provided under the safety shield that will accept  
standard 1-1/4" vacuum hose connections. (For some  
shop vacuums, an adapter must be purchased.) If the  
vacuum is plugged into the switch box, it will turn ON and  
OFF simultaneously with the router.  
2. Then mark line #2, indicating the height of the cut.  
3. Place your board so that it is snug against the right  
fence face. The end with lines #1 and #2 should be near  
the bit.  
4. Loosen the right fence clamping knobs enough so you  
can move the fence easily. Move fence and board so  
that the board contacts the outer edge of the router bit  
at line #1.  
WARNING:  
Do not use a router bit with a diameter greater than  
1-1/4". Consult your router manual for the maximum  
size of router bit allowable.  
5. Tighten the right fence clamping knobs.  
6. Adjust router height so the cutting edge of the bit  
contacts line #2.  
Using your router/router table  
WARNING:  
7. Make sure bit is securely tightened in the collet.  
Pencil line #1  
Pencil line #2  
Before you start work with your new router table: Refer  
to your router owner's manual to see how the height of  
the cut can be adjusted.  
WARNING:  
Make sure router is unplugged before starting  
depth/height adjustments.  
NOTE: Using scrap board that is smooth and true is  
recommended for making this adjustment.  
Fig. 17  
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OPERATION  
3. Tighten the knobs that secure the right fence in place.  
Using the router for beading  
and edge cutting  
4. Place a straightedge against the right fence face.  
See Figure 18 and 19  
NOTE: When making this adjustment, the router bit can  
interfere with the straightedge. If this occurs, lower the  
bit below the surface of the table until both fences are  
positioned.  
1. Loosen the knobs that hold the fences in place.  
See number 2 in figure 18 below.  
2
1
3
2
5. Using the straightedge as a guide, position the left  
fence so it is even with the right fence.  
6. Swing the safety shield over the router bit.  
7. Your router/router table is now ready to use.  
NOTE: Test on a scrap of wood before making final cuts.  
WARNING:  
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Feed workpiece against the router bit's direction of  
rotation. Unplug router prior to changing the bit,  
modifying settings, or making any other adjustments.  
Using the router as a jointer  
See Figure 20  
1. Left fence  
2. Knobs  
3. Right fence  
4. Straightedge  
NOTE: Make sure boards that are to be jointed together  
are true and smooth. Also make sure edges are prepared  
Fig. 18  
properly.  
2. Position the right fence for the desired cutting depth.  
See number 3 in figure 19 below.  
1. Loosen the knobs holding the fences in place.  
2. Against the left fence, place a straightedge.  
3. Slide fence until straightedge touches the outside  
diameter of the router bit.  
4. Tighten the left fence knobs.  
2
1
3
2
5
6
4
1. Tabletop  
5. Successive cut  
6. Depth of cut  
7. Router bit  
2. Right fence  
3. Cutting depth  
4. Workpiece  
1. Left fence  
2. Knobs  
4. Depth of cut  
5. Router bit  
3. Right fence  
6. Straightedge  
Fig. 19  
Fig. 20  
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OPERATION  
5. Position the right fence to the desired depth of the cut.  
Adjusting the fence slides  
See Figure 22  
6. Tighten the right fence knobs.  
7. Securely tighten the router bit, and make sure the  
router is properly attached to the router table as  
previously detailed in this manual.  
The fence slides can be positioned closer to the router bit  
to provide better support of the workpiece.  
1. To reposition the fence slides, loosen the 4 wing nuts.  
2. Reposition fence slides closer to the router bit.  
3. Tighten the 4 wing nuts securely.  
8. Swing the safety shield over the router bit.  
9. Your router/router table is ready to use.  
NOTE: Try a piece of scrap wood to check for correct  
adjustment. When standing in front of router table, feed  
work from right to left.  
WARNING:  
DO NOT let the fence slides touch the router bit.  
Using ball-bearing-guided bits;  
veining, fluting and grooving  
WARNING:  
To help reduce the chance of injury, make sure the  
fences are as close as possible to the ball-bearing-  
guided bit. Move the fences back ONLY enough to  
permit the pilot to control the depth of cut.  
See Figure 21  
The edge of the workpiece that slides along the fences  
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  
fences behind the bit at a distance determined by the  
previous cut. Lower safety shield.  
Fig. 22  
2. Secure both knobs.  
3. Slide the workpiece against the fences. Adjust the  
fences for subsequent cuts.  
Routing without safety shield, and/or fence  
Some jobs require that you rotate the safety shield out of  
the way and remove the fence.  
NOTE: For deep work, make progressively deeper cuts  
until you reach the correct depth. To avoid overloading  
router, remove waste material as you go.  
WARNING:  
Using the router without the safety shield and fences  
in place can lead to serious personal injury. Use  
extreme caution: Operate the router without safety  
shields and fences ONLY when absolutely neces-  
sary, and with ballbearing-guided-type router bits.  
Inside routing  
See Figure 23  
1. Place your workpiece on the tabletop relative to the  
router bit.  
2. Feed your workpiece through the bit in the direction of  
the arrow. Always feed against the router bit’s direction  
of rotation.  
Fig. 21  
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OPERATION  
Outside routing  
See Figure 24  
1. Place your workpiece on the tabletop relative to the  
router bit.  
2. Feed your workpiece through the bit in the direction of  
the arrow. Always feed against the router bit’s direction  
of rotation.  
Fig. 23  
Fig. 24  
ACCESSORIES  
Using miter guide  
See Figure 25  
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.  
When making cuts using the miter guide, hold the work-  
piece firmly against the fence, the miter guide, and the  
table.  
WARNING:  
Do not allow any body part to be in line with the router  
bit at any time when the miter gauge is in use. Doing  
so could lead to serious personal injury.  
Fig. 25  
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ACCESSORIES  
Using featherboard flaps  
Routing small workpieces  
See Figure 26  
See Figure 27  
The featherboard flaps provide support for the workpiece  
by holding it securely, which helps minimize chatter and  
kickback.  
Scrap pieces will provide extra stability and support when  
routing a small workpiece or ends of large workpieces.  
Insert the 2 featherboard flaps into the fences as shown  
below.  
2
1
1. Small workpiece  
2. Scrap piece  
Fig. 26  
Fig. 27  
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REPAIR PARTS  
17  
18  
20  
17  
9
7
5
20  
17  
18  
21  
18  
16  
10  
8
11  
19  
6
19  
15  
15  
14  
15  
4
4
14  
14  
4
14  
4
3
14  
13  
14  
26  
1
25  
14  
2
22  
23  
28  
12  
24  
27  
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REPAIR PARTS  
KEY NO.  
ITEM  
Part NO.  
DESCRIPTION  
QTY.  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
F
K
P
G
A
E
D
C
B
H
J
119800417  
116620427  
117920107  
117020211  
116620256  
117020215  
116610326  
117020214  
116610325  
116610328  
117010029  
Tabletop  
1
1
1
4
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
Adapter plate  
Switch box  
Leg  
Safety shield  
Fence base, left  
Fence, left  
Fence base, right  
Fence, right  
Miter guide  
Miter bar  
10  
11  
Hardware bag 1  
119900102  
12  
13  
T
U
116700190  
116700176  
Pan head screw (M6x12)  
Self tapping  
3
pan head screw (M5x12)  
Pan head screw (5x16)  
Carriage bolt (M6x30)  
Holder  
3
18  
5
2
5
14  
15  
16  
17  
18  
19  
Q
R
M
L
V
S
116700186  
116700171  
116610311  
116610284  
116700165  
116700189  
Knob  
Washer (6,4 DIN 9021)  
Countersink screw  
with nose (M6x20)  
Wing nut (M6)  
5
4
4
2
20  
21  
27  
W
N
X
116610310  
116610336  
119900141  
Feather flap  
Countersink screw  
(5/16" - 18 x 3/4")  
Countersink screw (M8x20)  
3
3
28  
Y
119900212  
Repair parts tabletop (Key No. 1)  
14  
22  
23  
24  
25  
26  
Q
116700186  
117900092  
116610312  
116700187  
117020010  
116700175  
Pan head screw (5x16)  
Tabletop  
Miter chanel  
Countersink screw (M4x12)  
L-bracket  
Washer (6,4 DIN 125)  
3
1
1
5
1
1
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OPERATOR’S MANUAL  
ROUTER TABLE RT401W  
• 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  
• MODEL NO.  
The model number of this product is found on the packaging and manual.  
• HOW TO ORDER REPAIR PARTS  
WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS,  
ALWAYS GIVE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION:  
• MODEL NUMBER  
RT401W  
RYOBI TECHNOLOGIES INC.  
1428 Pearman Dairy Road  
Anderson, SC 29625  
Post Office Box 1207  
Anderson, SC 29622  
Phone 1-800-525-2579  
116 300 195  
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