Ryobi LCS-180 Operation manual

LCS-180
CORDLESS CIRCULAR SAW
OWNER’S OPERATING MANUAL

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DESCRIPTION
1. Lock-off Button 11.Outer Blade Washer 21.Workpiece (Not included)
2. Switch Trigger 12.Inner Blade Washer 22.C-Clamp (Not Included)
3. Dust Pipe Joint 13.To Loosen 23.Bevel Scale
4. Depth Adjustment Knob 14.To Tighten 24.Motor Housing
5. Width of Cut Scale 15.Battery Pack(Not Included) 25.Lower Blade Guard Handle
6. Bevel Adjustment Knob 16.Depress Latches to Remove Battery Pack 26.Pocket Cut
7. Spindle Lock Button 17.Guideline 27.0º Bevel Stop
8. Lower Blade Guard 18.Blade Guide Notch 28.Hex Nut
9. Blade 19.Front of Saw 29.Adjustment Screw
10.Blade Screw 20.Straight Edge (Not Included) 30.Carpenter's Square (Not Included)

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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
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 elec-
tric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
c. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet con-
ditions. 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 medi-
cation. 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, jewel-
lery or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
g. If devices are provided for the connection of
dust extraction and collection facilities, en-
sure 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 ac-
cessories, or storing power tools. Such preven-
tive safety measures reduce the risk of starting
the power tool accidentally.
d. Store idle power tools out of the reach of chil-
dren and do not allow persons unfamiliar with
the power tool or these instructions to operate
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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.
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. BATTERY TOOL USE AND CARE
a. Recharge only with the charger specified by
the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for
one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire
when used with another battery pack.
b. Use power tools only with specifically desig-
nated battery packs. Use of any other battery
packs may create a risk of injury and fire.
c. When battery pack is not in use, keep it away
from other metal objects, like paper clips,
coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal
objects, that can make a connection from one
terminal to another. Shorting the battery termi-
nals together may cause burns or a fire.
d. Under abusive conditions, liquid may be
ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If con-
tact accidentally occurs, flush with water. If
liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical
help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause
irritation or burns.
6. 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.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
DANGER! Keep hands away from cutting area and
the blade. Keep your second hand on auxiliary
handle or motor housing. If both hands are holding
the saw, they cannot be cut by the blade.
NOTE: For circular saws with 140mm or smaller
diameter blades, the “Keep your second hand on
auxiliary handle, or motor housing “ may be omitted.
Do not reach underneath the workpiece. The
guard cannot protect you from the blade below the
workpiece.
Adjust the cutting depth to the thickness of the
workpiece. Less than a full tooth of the blade teeth
should be visible below the workpiece.
Never hold piece being cut in your hands or
across your leg. Secure the workpiece to a stable
platform. It is important to support the work properly
to minimize body exposure, blade binding, or loss of
control.
Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces
when performing an operation where the cutting
tool may contact hidden wiring. Contact with a
“live” wire will also make exposed metal parts of the
power tool “live” and shock the operator.
When ripping, always use a rip fence or straight
edge guide. This improves the accuracy of cut and
reduces the chance of blade binding.
Always use blades with correct size and shape
(diamond versus round) of arbor holes. Blades
that do not match the mounting hardware of the saw
will run eccentrically, causing loss of control.
Never use damaged or incorrect blade washers
or bolt. The blade washers and bolt were specially
designed for your saw for optimum performance and
safety of operation.
CAUSES AND OPERATOR PREVENTION OF KICKBACK:
Kickback is a sudden reaction to a pinched, bound, or
misaligned saw blade, causing an uncontrolled saw to lift
up and out of the workpiece toward the operator.
When the blade is pinched or bound tightly by the kerf
closing down, the blade stalls and the motor reaction
drives the unit rapidly back toward the operator.
If the blade becomes twisted or misaligned in the cut, the
teeth at the back edge of the blade can dig into the top
surface of the wood causing the blade to climb out of the
kerf and jump back toward the operator.
Kickback is the result of saw misuse and/or incorrect
operating procedures or conditions and can be avoided
by taking proper precautions, as given below:
Maintain a firm grip with both hands on the saw
and position your arms to resist kickback forces.
Position your body to either side of the blade, but
not in line with the blade. Kickback could cause the
saw to jump backwards, but kickback forces can be
controlled by the operator, if proper precautions are
taken.
NOTE: For circular saws with 140mm or smaller
diameter blades, the words “with both hands” may be
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When blade is binding, or when interrupting a
cut for any reason, release the trigger and hold
the saw motionless in the material until the
blade comes to a complete stop. Never attempt
to remove the saw from the work or pull the
saw backward while the blade is in motion, or
kickback may occur. Investigate and take corrective
actions to eliminate the cause of blade binding.
When restarting a saw in the workpiece, center
the saw blade in the kerf and check that saw
teeth are not engaged into the material. If saw
blade is binding, it may walk up or kickback from the
workpiece as the saw is restarted.
Support large panels to minimise the risk of blade
pinching and kickback. Large panels tend to sag
under their own weight. Supports must be placed
under the panel on both sides, near the line of cut
and near the edge of the panel.
Do not use dull or damaged blades. Unsharpened
or improperly set blades produce narrow kerf causing
excessive friction, blade binding and kickback.
Blade depth and bevel adjusting locking levers
must be tight and secure before making cut. If
blade adjustment shifts while cutting, it may cause
binding and kickback.
Use extra caution when making a “plunge cut”
into existing walls or other blind areas. The
protruding blade may cut objects that can cause
kickback.
Check lower guard for proper closing before each
use. Do not operate saw if lower guard does not
move freely and close instantly. Never clamp or
tie the lower guard into the open position. If saw
is accidentally dropped, lower guard may be bent.
Raise the lower guard with the retracting handle and
make sure it moves freely and does not touch the
blade or any other part, in all angles and depths of
cut.
Check the operation of the lower guard spring.
If the guard and the spring are not operating
properly, they must be serviced before use. Lower
guard may operate sluggishly due to damaged parts,
gummy deposits, or a buildup of debris.
Lower guard may be retracted manually only
for special cuts, such as “plunge cuts” and
“compound cuts.” Raise lower guard by
retracting handle and as soon as blade enters
the material, the lower guard must be released.
For all other sawing, the lower guard should operate
automatically.
NOTE:Alternate wording may be substituted for
“retracting handle.”
Always observe that the lower guard is covering
the blade before placing saw down on bench or
floor. An unprotected, coasting blade will cause the
saw to walk backwards, cutting whatever is in its
path. Be aware of the time it takes for the blade to
stop after switch is released.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES
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.
Inspect for and remove all nails from lumber
before using this tool. Following this rule will reduce
the risk of serious personal injury.
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.
Do not place battery tools or their batteries near
fire or heat. This will reduce the risk of explosion and
possibly injury.
Batteries vent hydrogen gas and can explode
in the presence of a source of ignition, such
as a pilot light. To reduce the risk of serious
personal injury, never use any cordless product in
the presence of open flame. An exploded battery can
propel debris and chemicals. If exposed, flush with
water immediately.
Do not charge battery tool in a damp or wet
location. Following this rule will reduce the risk of
electric shock.
For best results, your battery tool should be
charged in a location where the temperature is
more than 10°C but less than 38°C. Do not store
outside or in vehicles.
Under extreme usage or temperature conditions,
battery leakage may occur. If liquid comes in
contact with your skin, wash immediately with
soap and water, then neutralize with lemon juice
or vinegar. If liquid gets into your eyes, flush
them with clean water for at least 10 minutes,
then seek immediate medical attention. Following
this rule will reduce the risk of serious personal injury.

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SPECIFICATIONS
Motor 18 Volt
Blade Diameter 150mm
Blade Arbor 10mm
Cutting Depth at 0º 45mm
Cutting Depth at 45º 32mm
No Load Speed 4,200 min-1
MODEL BATTERY PACK
(not included)
COMPATIBLE
CHARGER
(not included)
LCS-180
BPL-1820
BPL-1815
BCL-1800
BCS618
BCL1418
ABP1801
ABP-1815
BCL-1800
BCS618
BCL1418
ACR1800
260022029
ACC1800
ASSEMBLY
WARNING
If any parts are damaged or missing do not
operate this product until the parts are replaced.
Failure to heed this warning could result in
serious personal injury.
WARNING
Do not attempt to modify this product or create
accessories not recommended for use with this
product. Any such alteration or modification is
misuse and could result in a hazardous condition
leading to possible serious personal injury.
WARNING
To prevent accidental starting that could cause
serious personal injury, always remove the
battery pack from the product when assembling
parts.
ATTACHING THE BLADE
See Figure 2.
WARNING
A 150mm. blade is the maximum blade capacity
of the saw. Never use a blade that is too thick
to allow outer blade washer to engage with the
flats on the spindle. Larger blades will come in
contact with the blade guard, while thicker blades
will prevent blade screw from securing blade on
spindle. Either of these situations could result in
a serious accident.
Remove the battery pack from the saw.
Remove the blade wrench (5 mm hex key) from the
storage area.
Depress the spindle lock button and remove the
blade screw and outer blade washer.
NOTE: Turn the blade screw clockwise to remove.
CAUTION
To prevent damage to the spindle or spindle lock,
always allow motor to come to a complete stop
before engaging spindle lock.
NOTE: Do not run the circular saw with spindle lock
engaged.
Wipe a drop of oil onto the inner blade washer and
outer blade washer where they contact the blade.
WARNING
If inner blade washer has been removed, replace
it before placing blade on spindle. Failure to do
so could cause an accident since blade will not
tighten properly.
Fit the saw blade inside the lower blade guard and
onto the spindle.
NOTE: The saw teeth point upward at the front of the
saw.
Replace the outer blade washer.
Depress the spindle lock button, then replace the
blade screw. Tighten the blade screw securely by
turning it counterclockwise.
Return the blade wrench to the storage area.
NOTE: Never use a blade that is too thick to allow
the outer blade washer to engage with the flats on the
spindle.
REMOVING THE BLADE
See Figure 3.
Remove the battery pack from the saw.
Remove the blade wrench from the storage area.
Position the saw as shown, depress the spindle lock
button, and remove the blade screw by turning it
clockwise.
Remove the outer blade washer.
Remove the blade.
BATTERY PROTECTION FEATURES
Ryobi 18 V lithium-ion batteries are designed with
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battery life. Under some operating conditions, these
built-in features may cause the battery and the tool it is
powering to act differently from nickel-cadmium batteries.
During some applications, the battery electronics may
signal the battery to shut down, and cause the tool to
stop running. To reset the battery and tool, release the
trigger and resume normal operation.
NOTE: To prevent further shut down of the battery, avoid
forcing the tool. Switching to a lower speed will also
prevent shut down.
If releasing the trigger does not reset the battery and
tool, the battery pack is depleted. If depleted, the battery
pack will begin charging when placed on the lithium-ion
charger.
OPERATION
WARNING
Do not allow familiarity with products to make
you careless. Remember that a careless fraction
of a second is sufficient to inflict serious injury.
WARNING
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses
with side shields when operating products.
Failure to do so could result in objects being
thrown into your eyes, resulting in possible
serious injury.
WARNING
Do not use any attachments or accessories
not recommended by the manufacturer of this
product. The use of attachments or accessories
not recommended can result in serious personal
injury.
APPLICATIONS
You may use this product for the purposes listed below:
Cutting all types of wood products (lumber, plywood,
paneling, composition board, and hard wood)
This product will accept Ryobi One+ 18 V lithium-ion
battery packs and Ryobi One+ 18 V nickel-cadmium
battery packs. Both types of battery packs are shown on
this page. Following pages will show the lithium-ion 18 V
battery pack.
For complete charging instructions, refer to the operator’s
manual for the BCL-1800 charger.
NOTE:Join dust port to a vacuum when using this
Cir. Saw.
INSTALLING THE BATTERY PACK(Not Included)
See Figure 4.
NOTE: The battery pack is shipped in a low charge
condition. Therefore, it must be charged prior to use.
Refer to CHARGING BATTERY PACK for charging
instructions.
Place the battery pack in the saw. Align the raised rib
on the battery pack with the groove inside the saw,
then slide the battery pack into the saw.
Make sure the latches on each side of your battery
pack snap into place and the battery pack is secured
in the saw before beginning operation.
CAUTION
When placing battery pack in the tool, be sure
raised rib on battery pack aligns with the bottom
of the tool and latches into place properly.
Improper installation of the battery pack can
cause damage to internal components.
REMOVING THE BATTERY PACK(Not Included)
See Figure 4.
Locate the latches on the side of the battery pack and
depress them to release the battery pack from the
saw.
Remove battery pack from the saw.
WARNING
Battery tools are always in operating condition.
Therefore, switch should always be locked when
not in use or carrying at your side.
KICKBACK
See Figures 5 - 8.
Kickback occurs when the blade stalls rapidly and the
saw is driven back towards you. Blade stalling is caused
by any action which pinches the blade in the wood.
DANGER
Release switch immediately if blade binds or saw
stalls. Kickback could cause you to lose control
of the saw. Loss of control can lead to serious
injury.
To guard against kickback, avoid dangerous practices
such as the following.
Setting blade depth incorrectly.
Sawing into knots or nails in workpiece.
Twisting the blade while making a cut.
Making a cut with a dull, gummed up, or improperly
set blade.
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Cutting warped or wet lumber.
Operating the tool incorrectly or misusing the tool.
To lessen the chance of kickback, follow these safety
practices.
Keep the blade at the correct depth setting. The
depth setting should not exceed 6.35mm. below the
material being cut.
Inspect the workpiece for knots or nails before
cutting. Never saw into a knot or nail.
Make straight cuts. Always use a straight edge guide
when rip cutting. This helps prevent twisting the
blade.
Use clean, sharp, and properly set blades. Never
make cuts with dull blades.
Support the workpiece properly before beginning a
cut.
Use steady, even pressure when making a cut. Never
force a cut.
Do not cut warped or wet lumber.
Hold the saw firmly with both hands and keep your
body in a balanced position so as to resist the forces
if kickback should occur.
WARNING
When using the saw, always stay alert and
exercise control. Do not remove the saw from the
workpiece while the blade is moving.
SAW BLADES
The best of saw blades will not cut efficiently if they are
not kept clean, sharp, and properly set. Using a dull
blade will place a heavy load on the saw and increase
the danger of kickback. Keep extra blades on hand, so
that sharp blades are always available.
Gum and wood pitch hardened on blades will slow the
saw down. Remove saw blade from the saw and use
gum and pitch remover, hot water to remove these
accumulations. DO NOT USE GASOLINE.
BLADE GUARD SYSTEM
See Figure 9.
The lower blade guard attached to the circular saw is
there for your protection and safety. Do not alter it for any
reason. If it becomes damaged, do not operate the saw
until you have the guard repaired or replaced. Always
leave guard in operating position when using the saw.
DANGER:
When sawing through work, lower blade guard
does not cover blade on the underside of work.
Since blade is exposed on underside of work,
keep hands and fingers away from cutting area.
Any part of your body coming in contact with
moving blade will result in serious injury.
CAUTION:
Never use saw when guard is not operating
correctly. Check the guard for correct operation
before each use. The guard is operating correctly
when it moves freely and readily returns to the
closed position. If you drop the saw, check the
lower blade guard and bumper for damage at all
depth settings before reuse.
STARTING/STOPPING THE SAW
See Figure 10.
To start the saw:
Depress the lock-off button.
Depress the switch trigger.
Always let the blade reach full speed, then guide the saw
into the workpiece.
WARNING
The blade coming in contact with the workpiece
before it reaches full speed could cause the saw
to “kickback” towards you resulting in serious
injury.
To stop the saw: release the switch trigger.
After you release the switch trigger, allow the blade to
come to a complete stop. Do not remove the saw from
the workpiece while the blade is moving.
LOCK-OFF BUTTON
See Figure 10.
The lock-off button reduces the possibility of accidental
starting. The lock-off button is located on the handle
above the switch trigger. The lock-off button must be
depressed before you pull the switch trigger. The lock
resets each time the trigger is released.
NOTE: You can depress the lock-off button from either
the left or right side.
ADJUSTING BLADE DEPTH
See Figure 11.
Always keep correct blade depth setting. The correct
blade depth setting for all cuts should not exceed
6.35mm below the material being cut. More blade depth
will increase the chance of kickback and cause the cut
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located on the upper blade guard.
Loosen the depth adjustment knob.
Determine the desired depth of cut.
Locate the depth of cut scale on the back of the
upper blade guard.
Hold the base flat against the workpiece and raise
or lower the saw until the indicator mark on bracket
aligns with the notch on the blade guard.
Tighten the depth adjustment knob securely.
OPERATING THE SAW
See Figures 12- 14.
It is important to understand the correct method for
operating the saw. Refer to the figures in this section to
learn the correct and incorrect ways for handling the saw.
WARNING:
To make sawing easier and safer, always
maintain proper control of the saw. Loss of
control could cause an accident resulting in
possible serious injury.
DANGER:
When lifting the saw from the workpiece, the
blade is exposed on the underside of the saw
until the lower blade guard closes. Make sure
the lower blade guard is closed before setting the
saw down.
To make the best possible cut, follow these helpful hints.
Hold the saw firmly with both hands.
Avoid placing your hand on the workpiece while
making a cut.
Support the workpiece so that the cut (kerf) is always
to your side.
Support the workpiece near the cut.
Clamp the workpiece securely so that the workpiece
will not move during the cut.
Always place the saw on the workpiece that is
supported, not the “cut off” piece.
Place the workpiece with the “good” side down.
Draw a guideline along the desired line of cut before
beginning your cut.
CROSS CUTTING/RIP CUTTING
See Figure 15.
When making a cross cut or rip cut, align the line of cut
with the outer blade guide notch on the base.
Since blade thicknesses vary, always make a trial cut
in scrap material along a guideline to determine how
much, if any, you must offset the guideline to produce an
accurate cut.
NOTE: The distance from the line of cut to the guideline
is the amount you should offset the guide.
RIP CUTTING
See Figure 16.
Use a guide when making long or wide rip cuts with the
saw.
Secure the workpiece.
Clamp a straight edge to the workpiece using
C-clamps.
Saw along the straight edge to achieve a straight rip
cut.
NOTE: Do not bind the blade in the cut.
WIDTH OF CUT SCALE
See Figure 17.
A width of cut scale has been provided on the base of
the saw. When making straight cross cuts or rip cuts, the
scale can be used to measure up to 120mm on the right
side of the blade, and up to 30mm on the left side of the
blade.
BEVEL CUTTING
See Figures 18 - 20.
Align the line of cut with the inner blade guide notch
on the base when making 45° bevel cuts.
Make a trial cut in scrap material along a guideline to
determine how much you should offset the guideline
on the cutting material.
Adjust the angle of the cut to any desired setting
between zero and 50°. Refer to Adjusting the Bevel
Setting next.
ADJUSTING THE BEVEL SETTING
See Figure 19.
Loosen the bevel adjustment knob.
Raise the motor housing end of the saw until you
reach the desired angle setting on the bevel scale.
Tighten the bevel adjustment knob securely.
WARNING:
Attempting a bevel cut without having the bevel
adjustment knob securely tightened can result in
serious injury.
MAKING A BEVEL CUT
See Figure 19.
Hold the saw firmly with both hands as shown.
Rest the front edge of the base on the workpiece.
Start the saw and let the blade reach full speed.
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Release the trigger and allow the blade to come to a
complete stop.
Lift the saw from the workpiece.
POCKET CUTTING
See Figure 21.
WARNING:
Always adjust bevel setting to zero before
making a pocket cut. Attempting a pocket cut at
any other setting can result in loss of control of
the saw possibly causing serious injury.
Adjust the bevel setting to zero.
Set the blade to the correct blade depth setting.
Swing the lower blade guard up using the lower blade
guard handle.
NOTE: Always raise the lower blade guard with the
handle to avoid serious injury.
Hold the lower blade guard by the handle.
WARNING:
Never extend your fingers while holding the
lower blade guard handle. Extending your fingers
may result in contact with the blade, causing
serious injury.
Rest the front of the base flat against the workpiece
with the rear of the handle raised so the blade does
not touch the workpiece.
Start the saw and let the blade reach full speed.
Guide the saw into the workpiece and make the cut.
WARNING:
Always cut in a forward direction when pocket
cutting. Cutting in the reverse direction could
cause the saw to climb up on the workpiece and
back toward you.
Release the trigger and allow the blade to come to a
complete stop.
Lift the saw from the workpiece.
Clear corners out with a hand saw or reciprocating
saw.
WARNING:
Never tie the lower blade guard in a raised
position. Leaving the blade exposed could lead
to serious injury.
WARNING:
To prevent accidental starting that could cause
serious personal injury, always remove the
battery pack from the product when making
adjustments.
0° BEVEL STOP
See Figure 22.
The saw has a 0° bevel stop that has been factory
adjusted to assure 0° angle of the saw blade plate when
making 90° cuts.
CHECKING 0° BEVEL STOP
Place the saw in an upside down position on a
workbench.
Check the squareness of the saw blade plate to the
base of the saw using a carpenter’s square.
ADJUSTING 0° BEVEL STOP
Loosen bevel adjustment knob.
Turn setscrew with hex key and adjust base until it is
square with the saw blade plate.
Tighten bevel adjustment knob securely.
WARNING:
Attempting a bevel cut without having the bevel
adjustment knob securely tightened can result in
serious injury.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING:
When servicing, use only identical replacement
parts. Use of any other parts may create a
hazard or cause product damage.
WARNING:
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses
with side shields during power product operation
or when blowing dust. If operation is dusty, also
wear a dust mask.
WARNING:
To avoid serious personal injury, always remove
the battery pack from the product when cleaning
or performing any maintenance.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most
plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of
commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use.
Use clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc.
WARNING:
Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline,
petroleum-based products, penetrating oils, etc.,
come in contact with plastic parts. Chemicals can
damage, weaken or destroy plastic which may
result in serious personal injury.

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Only the parts shown on the parts list are intended to
be repaired or replaced by the customer. All other parts
should be replaced at an Authorized Service Center.
BATTERIES
This product will accept Ryobi One + 18 V lithium-ion
batteries or 18 V nickel-cadmium batteries. Length of
service from each charging will depend on the type of
work you are doing.
The batteries for this product have been designed to
provide maximum trouble-free life. However, like
all batteries, they will eventually wear out. Do not
disassemble battery pack and attempt to replace the
batteries. Handling of these batteries, especially when
wearing rings and jewelry, could result in a serious burn.
To obtain the longest possible battery life, we suggest the
following:
For lithium-ion batteries:
Remove the battery pack from the charger once it is
fully charged and ready for use.
For battery pack storage longer than 30 days:
Store the battery pack where the temperature is
below 27°C and away from moisture.
Store battery packs in a 30%-50% charged condition.
Every six months of storage, charge the pack as
normal.
For nickel-cadmium batteries:
Remove the battery pack from the charger once it is
fully charged and ready for use.
For battery pack storage longer than 30 days:
Store the battery pack where the temperature is
below 27°C.
Store battery packs in a “discharged” condition.
ACCESSORIES
Look for these accessories where you purchased this
product:
150mm. Thin Kerf blade (681344001)
Wrench (680002001)
Edge guide (670957007)
WARNING:
Current attachments and accessories available for
use with this product are listed above. Do not use
any attachments or accessories not recommended
by the manufacturer of this product. The use of
attachments or accessories not recommended can
result in serious personal injury.

TECHTRONIC INDUSTRIES (AUSTRALIA) PTY. LTD.
Level 1. 666 Doncaster Road,
Doncaster, Victoria 3108
Australia.
Tel: [phone] Fax No.: 613 9840 6133 www.ryobi.com.au