Ryobi r163 User Manual
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GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS
ROUTER SAFETY WARNINGS
Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces, be-
cause the cutter may contact its own cord. Cutting a 
“live” wire may make exposed metal parts of the power 
tool “live” and shock the operator. 
Use clamps or another practical way to secure and 
support the workpiece to a stable platform. Holding the 
work by your hand or against the body leaves it unstable 
and may lead to loss of control.
Know your power tool. Read operator’s manual care-
fully. 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.
Always wear eye protection with side shields marked 
to comply with ANSI Z87.1. Following this rule will re-
duce the risk of serious personal injury.
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.
Protect your hearing. Wear hearing protection during 
extended periods of operation. Following this rule will 
reduce the risk of serious personal injury.
Inspect tool cords periodically and, if damaged, have 
repaired at your nearest authorized service center. 
Constantly stay aware of cord location. Following this 
rule will reduce the risk of electric shock or fire.
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 authorized service center. Following this rule will 
reduce the risk of shock, fire, or serious injury.
Make sure your extension cord is in good condi-
tion. When using an extension cord, be sure to use 
one heavy enough to carry the current your product 
will draw. A wire gauge size (A.W.G.) of at least 14 is 
recommended for an extension cord 50 feet or less 
in length. A cord exceeding 100 feet is not recom-
mended. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The 
smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord. An 
undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting 
in loss of power and overheating.
Inspect for and remove all nails from lumber before 
using this tool. Following this rule will reduce the risk of 
serious personal injury.
If the power supply cord is damaged, it must be re-
placed only by the manufacturer or by an authorized 
service center to avoid risk.
Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and 
use them to instruct others who may use this product. If 
you loan someone this product, loan them these instruc-
tions also.
Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly main-
tained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less 
likely to bind and are easier to control.
Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. 
in accordance with these instructions, taking into 
account the working conditions and the work to be 
performed. Use of the power tool for operations different 
from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.
SERVICE
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. 
When servicing a power tool, use only identical re-
placement parts. Follow instructions in the Mainte-
nance section of this manual. Use of unauthorized parts 
or failure to follow Maintenance instructions may create 
a risk of shock or injury.
