Ryobi LRS-180 Operation manual

LRS-180
CORDLESS RECIPROCATING SAW
OWNER’S OPERATING MANUAL
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1. Lock-Off Button
2. Depress Here To Pull Switch Trigger
3. Switch Trigger
4. Blade Clamp Lock / Release Lever
5. Saw Blade
6. Battery Pack (Not Included)
7. Latches
8. Depress Latches To Release Battery Pack
9. Blade Clamp
10. To Install/To Release
11. To Lock
12. Blade Shown Correct In Saw Bar
DESCRIPTION
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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
the power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the
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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.
SPECIAL SAFETY RULES
PROTECT YOUR LUNGS. Wear a dust mask if
operation is dusty.
 This appliance 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 appliance by a person
responsible for their safety. Children should be
supervised to ensure that they do not play with
the appliance.
Keep children and visitors away. Visitors should
wear safety glasses and be kept a safe distance
from work area. Do not let visitors contact tool or
extension cord.
Complies with AS/NZS 60335.
SPECIFICATIONS
Motor 18 V
Maximum Cutting Thickness (wood) 60 mm
Blade Stroke 22 mm
No Load Speed 0-3000 min-1
Switch Variable Speed
MODEL BATTERY PACK
(not included)
COMPATIBLE
CHARGER
(not included)
LRS-180
BPL-1820
BPL-1815
BCL-1800
BCS618
BCL1418
ABP1801
ABP-1815
BCL-1800
BCS618
BCL1418
ACR1800
260022029
ACC1800
OPERATION
TO REMOVE / ATTACH BATTERY PACK
(NOT INCLUDED)
See Figure 2.
TO REMOVE
Locate latches on side of battery pack and depress
both sides to release battery pack from your saw.
Remove battery pack from your saw.
TO ATTACH
Place the battery pack in your saw aligning raised rib
on battery pack with groove in saw’s battery port. See
figure 2.
Make sure the latches on each side of the battery pack
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snap into place and battery pack is secured to saw
before beginning operation.
BATTERY PROTECTION FEATURES
Ryobi 18 V lithium-ion batteries are designed with
features that protect the lithium-ion cells and maximize
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.
TO INSTALL SAW BLADE
See Figure 3.
Remove battery pack. See figure 2.
WARNING
Failure to remove battery pack from saw could
result in accidental starting causing possible seri-
ous personal injury.
Lift blade clamp lock/release lever on side of saw.
Insert saw blade between blade clamp and saw bar.
Lock blade clamp lever.
Replace battery pack.
GENERAL CUTTING
See Figure 4.
Hold your saw firmly in front of and clearly away from you.
Make sure saw blade is clear of any foreign material.
Be sure material to be cut is held firmly. Small work pieces
should be securely clamped in a vise or with clamps to the
work bench or table. Mark the line of cut clearly.
Depress the lock-off button, then pull switch trigger to start
the cutting action. Place the base assembly against the
work, then move the blade into the work. Do not force.
Use only enough pressure to keep the saw cutting. Let
the blade and saw do the work. Use of excessive pressure
that causes bending or twisting of the blade may result in
broken blades.
PLUNGE CUTTING
See Figure 5.
Mark the line of cut clearly. Choose a convenient starting
point inside the area to be cut out and place the tip of the
blade over that point. Rest front edge of base assembly on
work and hold firmly in position. Depress the lock-off button,
then pull switch trigger to start the cutting action.
WARNING
Make sure blade does not touch work until motor
reaches full speed, since this could cause loss of
control resulting in serious injury.
With saw blade at full cutting speed, slowly tilt saw down-
ward until tip of blade starts cutting work. After blade pen-
etrates work, tilt saw until blade is perpendicular to the work.
METAL CUTTING
See Figure 6.
Metals such as sheet steel, pipe, steel rods, aluminum,
brass, and copper may be cut with your saw. Be careful not
to twist or bend the saw blade. Do not force.
We recommend cutting oil when cutting most soft metals
and steel. Cutting oil will also keep blades cool, increase
cutting action, and prolong blade life.
Never use petrolsince normal sparkingof motor couldignite
fumes. Clamp the work firmly and cut close to the clamping
point to eliminate any vibration of the work being cut. When
cutting conduit pipe or angle iron, clamp work in a vise if
possible and cut close to the vise. To cut thin sheet material,
“sandwich” the material between hardboard or plywood and
clamp the layers to eliminate vibration and material tearing.
WARNING
Always remove battery pack from your saw when
you are assembling parts, making adjustments,
assembling or removing blades, cleaning, or when
not in use. Removing battery pack will prevent ac-
cidental starting that could cause serious personal
injury.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING
When servicing, use only identical Ryobi replace-
ment parts. Use of any other parts may create a
hazard or cause product damage.
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.
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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. They contain
chemicals that can damage, weaken or destroy
plastic.
Do not abuse power tools. Abusive practices can damage
tool as well as workpiece.
WARNING
Do not attempt to modify this tool or create acces-
sories 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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