Ryobi TSS701 User manual

OPERATOR’S MANUAL
MANUEL D’UTILISATION
MANUAL DEL OPERADOR
7-1/4 in. SLIDING COMPOUND
MITER SAW WITH LED
SCIE À ONGLETS COMBINÉS
COULISSANTE AVEC DEL
DE 184 mm (7-1/4 po)
SIERRA INGLETEADORA
COMPUESTA DESLIZANTE CON
DIODO DE 184 mm (7-1/4 pulg.)
TSS701
WARNING: To reduce the
risk of injury, the user must read and
understand the operator’s manual
before using this product.
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FUTURE REFERENCE
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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General Safety Rules.......................2-3
Specific Safety Rules ......................3-4
Symbols..............................................5
Electrical.............................................6
Glossary of Terms...............................7
Features.........................................8-10
Tools Needed ...................................11
Loose Parts List................................11
Assembly.....................................12-18
Operation.....................................19-29
Adjustments .....................................30
Maintenance.....................................31
Parts Ordering / Service......Back page
TABLE DES MATIÈRES
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Règles de sécurité générales ..........2-3
Règles de sécurité particulières ......3-4
Symboles............................................5
Caractéristiques électriques...............6
Glossaire.............................................7
Caractéristiques ............................8-10
Outils nécessaires ...........................11
Pièces détachées .............................11
Assemblage.................................12-18
Utilisation.....................................19-29
Réglages...........................................30
Entretien ...........................................31
Commande de pièces/
réparation..........................páge arrière
ÍNDICE DE CONTENIDO
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Reglas de seguridad generales.......2-3
Reglas de seguridad específicas ....3-4
Símbolos ............................................5
Aspectos eléctricos............................6
Glosario de términos ..........................7
Características ..............................8-10
Herramientas necesarias..................11
Lista de piezas sueltas .....................11
Armado........................................12-18
Funcionamiento...........................19-29
Ajustes..............................................30
Mantenimiento..................................31
Pedidos de piezas/
servicio.......................... pág. posterior

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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.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
 KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL. Read the operator’s manual
carefully. Learn the applications and limitations as well as
the specific potential hazards related to this tool.
 GUARD AGAINST ELECTRICAL SHOCK BY
PREVENTING BODY CONTACT WITH GROUNDED
SURFACES. For example: pipes, radiators, ranges,
refrigerator enclosures.
 KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in good working order.
 REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form
habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches
are removed from tool before turning it on.
 KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and
benches invite accidents. DO NOT leave tools or pieces
of wood on the tool while it is in operation.
 DO NOT USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS. Do
not use power tools in damp or wet locations or expose
to rain. Keep the work area well lit.
 KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS AWAY. All visitors
should wear safety glasses and be kept a safe distance
from work area. Do not let visitors contact tool or
extension cord while operating.
 MAKE WORKSHOP CHILDPROOF with padlocks,
master switches, or by removing starter keys.
 DON’T FORCE THE TOOL. It will do the job better and
safer at the feed rate for which it was designed.
 USE THE RIGHT TOOL. Do not force the tool or
attachment to do a job for which it was not designed.
 USE THE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make sure
your extension cord is in good condition. Use only a
cord heavy enough to carry the current your product
will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line
voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. A wire
gauge size (A.W.G.) of at least 14 is recommended for an
extension cord 25 feet or less in length. If in doubt, use
the next heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge number,
the heavier the cord.
 DRESS PROPERLY. Do not wear loose clothing, gloves,
neckties, or jewelry. They can get caught and draw you
into moving parts. Also wear protective hair covering to
contain long hair.
ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION WITH SIDE
SHIELDS WHICH IS MARKED TO COMPLY WITH
ANSI Z87.1 WHEN USING THIS PRODUCT. Failure to
do so could result in objects being thrown into your eyes,
resulting in possible serious injury.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
  SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work when
practical, it is safer than using your hand and frees both
hands to operate the tool.
 DO NOT OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance
at all times.
 MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp
and clean for better and safer performance. Follow
instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
 DISCONNECT TOOLS. When not in use, before servicing,
or when changing attachments, blades, bits, cutters, etc.,
all tools should be disconnected from power source.
 AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. Be sure switch is off
when plugging in any tool.
 USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Consult the
operator’s manual for recommended accessories. The
use of improper accessories may result in injury.
 NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could occur if
the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is unintentionally
contacted.
 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 must
be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service
center to avoid risk of personal injury.
 USE THE RIGHT DIRECTION OF FEED. Feed work into
a blade, cutter, or sanding spindle against the direction
or rotation of the blade, cutter, or sanding spindle only.
 NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED. TURN
THE POWER OFF. Don’t leave tool until it comes to a
complete stop.
 PROTECT YOUR LUNGS. Wear a face or dust mask if
the cutting operation is dusty.
 PROTECT YOUR HEARING. Wear hearing protection
during extended periods of operation.
 DO NOT ABUSE CORD. Never carry tool by the cord or
yank it to disconnect from receptacle. Keep cord from
heat, oil, and sharp edges.
 USE OUTDOOR EXTENSION CORDS. When tool is
used outdoors, use only extension cords with approved
ground connection that are intended for use outdoors
and so marked.
 KEEP BLADES CLEAN, SHARP, AND WITH SUFFICIENT
SET. Sharp blades minimize stalling and kickback.
 BLADE COASTS AFTER BEING TURNED OFF.
 NEVER USE IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE. Normal
sparking of the motor could ignite fumes.

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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
 INSPECT TOOL CORDS PERIODICALLY. If damaged,
have repaired by a qualified service technician at an
authorized service facility. Repair or replace a damaged
or worn cord immediately. Stay constantly aware of cord
location and keep it well away from the rotating blade.
 INSPECT EXTENSION CORDS PERIODICALLY and
replace if damaged.
 POLARIZED PLUGS. To reduce the risk of electric shock,
this tool has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than
the other). This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one
way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the
plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician
to install the proper outlet. Do not change the plug in any
way.
 KEEP TOOL DRY, CLEAN, AND FREE FROM OIL AND
GREASE. Always use a clean cloth when cleaning. Never
use brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based products, or
any solvents to clean tool.
 STAY ALERT AND EXERCISE CONTROL. Watch what
you are doing and use common sense. Do not operate
tool when you are tired. Do not rush.
 DO NOT USE TOOL IF SWITCH DOES NOT TURN IT
ON AND OFF. Have defective switches replaced by an
authorized service center.
 USE ONLY CORRECT BLADES. Do not use blades with
incorrect size holes. Never use blade washers or blade
bolts that are defective or incorrect. The maximum blade
capacity of your saw is 7-1/4 in.
 BEFORE MAKINGACUT, BESUREALL ADJUSTMENTS
ARE SECURE.
 BE SURE BLADE PATH IS FREE OF NAILS. Inspect for
and remove all nails from lumber before cutting.
 NEVER TOUCH BLADE or other moving parts during
use.
 NEVER START A TOOL WHEN ANY ROTATING
COMPONENT IS IN CONTACT WITH THE WORKPIECE.
 DO NOT OPERATE A TOOL WHILE UNDER THE
INFLUENCE OF DRUGS, ALCOHOL, OR ANY
MEDICATION.
 WHEN SERVICING use only identical replacement parts.
Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause
product damage.
 USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES listed
in this manual or addendums. Use of accessories that
are not listed may cause the risk of personal injury.
Instructions for safe use of accessories are included with
the accessory.
 DOUBLE CHECK ALL SETUPS. Make sure blade is tight
and not making contact with saw or workpiece before
connecting to power supply.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
FIRMLY CLAMP OR BOLT the tool to a workbench or
table at approximately hip height.
KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM CUTTING AREA. Do not
reachunderneath work or inblade cutting pathwith hands
and fingers for any reason. Always turn the power off.
ALWAYS SUPPORT LONG WORKPIECES while cutting
to minimize risk of blade pinching and kickback. Saw may
slip, walk or slide while cutting long or heavy boards.
ALWAYS USE A CLAMP to secure the workpiece when
possible.
BE SURE THE BLADE CLEARS THE WORKPIECE.
Neverstart the sawwith theblade touching theworkpiece.
Allow motor to come up to full speed before starting cut.
MAKESURETHEMITERTABLEANDSAWARM(BEVEL
FUNCTION) ARE LOCKED IN POSITION BEFORE
OPERATINGYOURSAW. Lockthe mitertableby securely
tightening the miter lock handle. Lock the saw arm (bevel
function) by securely tightening the bevel lock knob.
NEVER USE A LENGTH STOP ON THE FREE SCRAP
ENDOF ACLAMPED WORKPIECE. NEVERhold ontoor
bind the free scrap end of the workpiece in any operation.
If a work clamp and length stop are used together, they
must both be installed on the same side of the saw table to
prevent the saw from catching the loose end and kicking
up.
NEVER cut more than one piece at a time. DO NOT
STACK more than one workpiece on the saw table at a
time.
NEVER PERFORM ANY OPERATION FREEHAND.
Always place the workpiece to be cut on the miter table
and position it firmly against the fence as a backstop.
Always use the fence.
NEVER hand hold a workpiece that is too small to be
clamped. Keep hands clear of the cutting area.
NEVER reach behind, under, or within three inches of the
blade and its cutting path with hands and fingers for any
reason.

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SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
NEVER reach to pick up a workpiece, a piece of scrap,
or anything else that is in or near the cutting path of the
blade.
NEVER move the workpiece or make adjustment to any
cutting angle while the saw is running and the blade is
rotating. Any slip can result in contact with the blade
causing serious personal injury.
AVOID AWKWARD OPERATIONS AND HAND
POSITIONS where a sudden slip could cause your hand
to move into the blade. ALWAYS make sure you have
good balance. NEVER operate the miter saw on the floor
or in a crouched position.
NEVER stand or have any part of the body in line with
the path of the saw blade.
ALWAYSreleasethe powerswitchand allowthesaw blade
to stop rotating before raising it out of the workpiece.
DO NOT TURN THE MOTOR SWITCH ON AND OFF
RAPIDLY. This could cause the saw blade to loosen and
could create a hazard. Should this ever occur, stand clear
and allow the saw blade to come to a complete stop.
Disconnect your saw from the power supply and securely
retighten the blade bolt.
IF ANY PART OF THIS MITER SAW IS MISSING or
should break, bend, or fail in any way, or should any
electrical component fail to perform properly, shut off
the power switch, remove the miter saw plug from the
power source and have damaged, missing, or failed parts
replaced before resuming operation.
ALWAYS STAY ALERT! Do not allow familiarity (gained
from frequent use of the saw) to cause a careless mistake.
ALWAYSREMEMBERthat acareless fractionofa second
is sufficient to inflict severe injury.
IF THE POWER SUPPLY CORD IS DAMAGED, it must
be replaced only by the manufacturer or by an authorized
service center to avoid risk.
MAKE SURE WORK AREA HAS AMPLE LIGHTING to
see the work and that no obstructions will interfere with
safe operation BEFORE performing any work using the
saw.
ALWAYS TURN OFF THE SAW before disconnecting it
to avoid accidental starting when reconnecting to power
supply.NEVER leavethe saw unattendedwhile connected
to a power source.
RELEASE THE SWITCH TRIGGER and allow the saw
blade to stop rotating before raising the blade out of
workpiece.
THIS TOOL should have the following markings:
a) Wear eye protection.
b) Keep hands out of path of saw blade.
c) Do not operate saw without guards in place.
d) Do not perform any operation freehand.
e) Never reach around saw blade.
f) Turn off tool and wait for saw blade to stop before
moving workpiece or changing settings.
g) Disconnectpower (or unplugtool as applicable)before
changing blade or servicing.
h) No load speed.
ALWAYS MAKE SURE THE SAW BLADE HAS
CLEARANCE OF ALL OBSTRUCTIONS BEFORE
TURNING THE SAW ON.
MAKE SLIDING CUTS by pushing the saw blade down
on top of the workpiece then sliding it back toward the
rear of the saw. DO NOT pull the saw toward you while
making a cut.
ALWAYS carry the tool only by the carrying handle.
USE THIS SAW TO CUT WOOD, WOOD PRODUCTS,
AND SOME PLASTICS ONLY. DO NOT CUT METALS,
CERAMICS OR MASONRY PRODUCTS.
THIS SAW CAN TIP OVER if the saw head is released
suddenly and the saw is not secured to a work surface.
ALWAYS secure this saw to a stable work surface before
any use to avoid serious personal injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Refer to them frequently
and use to instruct other users. If you loan someone this
tool, loan them these instructions also.

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SYMBOLS
Some of the following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation
of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer.
Safety Alert Indicates a potential personal injury hazard.
Read Operator’s Manual To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand
operator’s manual before using this product.
Eye Protection Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to comply
with ANSI Z87.1.
No Hands Symbol Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will result in
serious personal injury.
Wet Conditions Alert Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations.
V Volts Voltage
A Amperes Current
Hz Hertz Frequency (cycles per second)
min Minutes Time
Alternating Current Type of current
n
o
No Load Speed Rotational speed, at no load
Class II Construction Double-insulated construction
.../min Per Minute Revolutions, strokes, surface speed, orbits, etc., per minute
SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION
The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product.
SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING
DANGER: Indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in death or
serious injury.
WARNING: Indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or
serious injury.
CAUTION: Indicates a hazardous situation, that, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury.
NOTICE: (Without Safety Alert Symbol) Indicates information considered important, but
not related to a potential injury (e.g. messages relating to property damage).

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ELECTRICAL
DOUBLE INSULATION
Doubleinsulation isa conceptin safetyin electric power tools,
which eliminates the need for the usual three-wire 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 tool’s internal
wiring. Observe all normal safety precautions to avoid
electrical shock.
NOTE: Servicing of a product 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
authorized service center for repair. Always use original
factory replacement parts when servicing.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
This tool has a precision-built electric motor. It should be
connected to a power supply that is 120 V, AC only (normal
household current), 60 Hz. Do not operate this tool on
direct current (DC). A substantial voltage drop will cause a
loss of power and the motor will overheat. If the tool does
not operate when plugged into an outlet, double check the
power supply.
EXTENSION CORDS
When using a power tool at a considerable distance from
a power source, be sure to use an extension cord that has
the capacity to handle the current the product will draw. An
undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage, resulting in
overheating and loss of power. Use the chart to determine
the minimum wire size required in an extension cord. Only
round jacketed cords listed by Underwriter’s Laboratories
(UL) should be used.
When working outdoors with a product, use an extension
cord that is designed for outside use. This type of cord is
designated with “WA” or “W” on the cord’s jacket.
Before using any extension cord, inspect it for loose or
exposed wires and cut or worn insulation.
**Ampere rating (on product data plate)
0-2.0 2.1-3.4 3.5-5.0 5.1-7.0 7.1-12.0 12.1-16.0
Cord Length Wire Size (A.W.G.)
25’ 16 16 16 16 14 14
50’ 16 16 16 14 14 12
100’ 16 16 14 12 10 —
**Used on 12 gauge - 20 amp circuit.
NOTE: AWG = American Wire Gauge
WARNING:
Keep the extension cord clear of the working area.
Position the cord so that it will not get caught on lumber,
tools, or other obstructions while you are working with a
power tool. Failure to do so can result in serious personal
injury.
WARNING:
Check extension cords before each use. If damaged
replace immediately. Never use tool with a damaged cord
since touching the damaged area could cause electrical
shock resulting in serious injury.

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GLOSSARY OF TERMS
Pilot Hole (drill presses and scroll saws)
A small hole drilled in a workpiece that serves as a guide
for drilling large holes accurately or for insertion of a scroll
saw blade.
Push Blocks (jointer planers)
Device used to feed the workpiece over the jointer planer
cutterhead during any operation. This aid helps keep the
operator’s hands well away from the cutterhead.
Push Blocks and Push Sticks (table saws)
Devices used to feed the workpiece through the saw blade
during cutting operations. When making a narrow rip cut
withouta jig orsimilar cutting aid, always use a pushstick (not
a push block). A push block can be used for narrow ripping
operations, if a jig or similar cutting aid is used. These aids
help keep the operator’s hands well away from the blade.
Rabbet
A non-through cut positioned on the end or edge of the
workpiece which produces a square, two-sided notch or
trough in the workpiece.
Resaw (table saws and band saws)
A cutting operation to reduce the thickness of the workpiece
to make thinner pieces.
Resin
A sticky, sap-based substance that has hardened.
Revolutions Per Minute (RPM)
The number of turns completed by a spinning object in one
minute.
Ripping or Rip Cut (table saws)
A cutting operation along the length of the workpiece and
typically in the direction of the grain.
Riving Knife/Spreader/Splitter (table saws)
A metal piece, slightly thinner than the blade, which helps
keep the kerf open and also helps to prevent kickback.
Saw Blade Path
The area over, under, behind, or in front of the blade. As it
applies to the workpiece, that area which will be or has been
cut by the blade.
Snipe (planers)
Depression made at either end of a workpiece by cutter
blades when the workpiece is not properly supported.
Taper Cut
A cut where the material being cut has a different width at
the beginning of the cut from the end.
Through Sawing
Any cutting operation where the blade extends completely
through the thickness of the workpiece. This type of cut will
separate a single workpiece into two pieces.
Workpiece or Material
The item on which the operation is being done.
Worktable
Surfacewherethe workpiecerestswhile performinga cutting,
drilling, planing, or sanding operation.
Anti-Kickback Pawls (radial arm and table saws)
A device which, when properly installed and maintained,
is designed to stop the workpiece from being kicked back
toward the front of the saw during a ripping operation.
Arbor
The shaft on which a blade or cutting tool is mounted.
Bevel Cut
A cutting operation made with the blade at any angle other
than 90° to the table surface.
Chamfer
A cut removing a wedge from a block so the end (or part of
the end) is angled rather than at 90°.
Compound Cut
A cross cut made with both a miter and a bevel angle.
Cross Cut
A cutting or shaping operation made across the grain or the
width of the workpiece.
Cutter Head (planers and jointer planers)
A rotating cutterhead with adjustable blades or knives. The
blades or knives remove material from the workpiece.
Dado Cut (table saws and compound sliding miter saws)
A non-through cut which produces a square, three-sided
notch or trough in the workpiece.
Featherboard (table saws)
A device used to help control the workpiece by guiding
it securely against the table or fence during any ripping
operation.
FPM or SPM
Feet per minute (or strokes per minute), used in reference
to blade movement.
Freehand
Performing a cut without the workpiece being guided by a
fence, miter fence, or other aids.
Gum
A sticky, sap-based residue from wood products.
Heel
Alignment of the blade to the fence.
Kerf
The material removed by the blade in a through cut or the
slot produced by the blade in a non-through or partial cut.
Kickback
A hazard that can occur when the blade binds or stalls,
throwing the workpiece in the direction of the spinning blade.
Miter Cut
A cutting operation made with the workpiece at any angle
to the blade other than 90°.
Non-Through Cuts (table saws and compound sliding
miter saws)
Any cutting operation where the blade does not extend
completely through the thickness of the workpiece. This is a
cutwherethe blade will not cutthe workpieceinto twopieces.

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45
30
15
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FEATURES
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Arbor Hole ............................................................... 5/8 in.
Blade Diameter.....................................................7-1/4 in.
No Load Speed ................................... 5,350 r/min. (RPM)
Input .......................................120 V, AC only, 60 Hz, 10 A
Cutting Capacity with Miter at 0°/Bevel 0°:
Maximum nominal lumber sizes................... 2 in. x 10 in.
Cutting Capacity with Miter at 45°/Bevel 0°:
Maximum nominal lumber sizes..................... 2 in. x 6 in.
Cutting Capacity with Miter at 0°/Bevel 45°:
Maximum nominal lumber sizes................... 2 in. x 10 in.
Cutting Capacity with Miter at 45°/Bevel 45°:
Maximum nominal lumber sizes..................... 2 in. x 6 in.
Fig. 1
LOCK
PIN
SWITCH
TRIGGER
DUST BAG
MITER
FENCE
BASE
WORK
CLAMP
MITER
TABLE
CONTROL
ARM
MITER
LOCK HANDLE
“NO HANDS
ZONE” LABEL
“NO HANDS ZONE”
BOUNDARY LINE
MITER
SCALE
UPPER
BLADE
GUARD
LOWER BLADE
GUARD
“D”
HANDLE
SLIDE
LOCK KNOB
SLIDE BAR
DEPTH STOP
DEPTH
CONTROL KNOB
SUPPORT FOOT
POSITIVE
STOP(S) DETENT
RELEASE LEVER
BLADE
WRENCH
THROAT
PLATE
LED
LIGHT
LED
SWITCH
CROWN
INDICATOR
CORD
CLIP
BEVEL
LOCK KNOB
BEVEL
SCALE
PIVOT
ASSEMBLY
INDICATOR

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45
30
15
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FEATURES
KNOW YOUR COMPOUND MITER SAW
See Figure 1.
The safe use of this product requires an understanding of
the information on the tool and in this operator’s manual as
well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting. Before
use of this product, familiarize yourself with all operating
features and safety rules.
7-1/4 in. BLADE
A 7-1/4 in. blade is included with the compound miter saw.
It will cut nominal materials up to 2 in. thick by 10 in. wide,
depending upon the angle at which the cut is being made.
BLADE WRENCH STORAGE
See Figure 1.
A blade wrench is packed with the saw. One end of the
wrench is a phillips screwdriver and the other end is a hex
key. Use the hex key end when installing or removing blade
and the phillips end when removing or loosening screws. A
storageareafor theblade wrenchis located in thesaw’s base.
BEVEL LOCK KNOB
The bevel lock knob securely locks your compound miter
saw at desired bevel angles. A positive stop adjustment
screw has been provided on each side of the saw arm.
These adjustment screws are for making fine adjustments
at 0° and 45°.
CARRYING HANDLE
See Figure 2.
For convenience when carrying or transporting the miter
saw from one place to another, a carrying handle has been
provided on top of the saw arm. To transport, turn off and
unplug the saw, then lower the saw arm and lock it in the
down position by depressing the lock pin towards the saw
housing.
NOTE: DO NOT perform any cutting operation with the saw
in the locked position.
CROWN INDICATOR
See Figure 1.
For use with the auxiliary fence. To cut crown molding nested
against the auxiliary fence in the upright position, align the
arrow on the crown indicator with the arrow on the pivot
assembly and tighten the slide lock knob securely.
DETENT OVERRIDE
See Figure 3.
The detent override allows the miter table to move freely
to any desired angle. With the miter lock handle loosened
and the detent release lever squeezed (1), pull the detent
override up (2) and release the detent release lever (3) to
bypass the positive stops on the miter scale. To release
the detent override and allow the miter table to engage the
positive stops, squeeze and release the detent release lever.
SAW ARM LOCKED IN DOWN POSITION
LOCK
PIN
CARRYING
HANDLE
“D”
HANDLE
MITER
LOCK HANDLE
BEVEL
LOCK KNOB
LED
SWITCH
Fig. 2
Fig. 3
1
3
2
DETENT
RELEASE LEVER
DETENT
OVERRIDE

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SPINDLE
LOCK BUTTON
FEATURES
ELECTRIC BRAKE
An electric brake has been provided to quickly stop blade
rotation after the switch is released.
LED LIGHTING SYSTEM
TheLED castsa shadowof thebladeteeth ontothe workpiece
for making precision cuts and predicts blade kerf for blade
cut line.
MITER FENCE
The miter fence on the compound miter saw has been
provided to hold your workpiece securely against when
making all cuts. The right side is larger providing additional
support.
MITER LOCK HANDLE
See Figure 3.
The miter lock handle securely locks the saw at desired
miter angles. Tighten the handle to lock the saw in place. To
release the saw, loosen the handle and squeeze the detent
release lever.
MITER SCALE
The miter scale can be set from 0° to 47° (both left and right)
to achieve a wide variety of cuts.
POSITIVE STOPS ON MITER TABLE
Positive stops have been provided at 0°, 15°, 22.5°, 31.6°,
and 45° on both the left and right side of the miter table.
NOTE: To bypass the positive stops, squeeze the detent
release lever and lift the detent override. To release the
override, squeeze the detent release lever.
SELF-RETRACTING LOWER BLADE GUARD
The lower blade guard is made of shock-resistant, see-
through plastic that provides protection from each side of
the blade. It retracts over the upper blade guard as the saw
is lowered into the workpiece.
SLIDE BARS
Whenunlocked, the sawarm will glideforwardand backward
the length of the slide bars for cutting various workpiece
widths.
SLIDE LOCK KNOB
The slide lock knob locks and unlocks the sliding feature
of this tool.
SPINDLE LOCK BUTTON
See Figure 4.
The spindle lock button locks the spindle and stops the
blade from rotating. Depress and hold the lock button while
installing, changing, or removing blade.
Fig. 4
PADLOCK SWITCH
TRIGGER
SWITCH
TRIGGER
PADLOCK
HOLE
SWITCH TRIGGER
See Figure 4.
To prevent unauthorized use of the compound miter saw,
disconnectit fromthe powersupply and lockthe switch inthe
offposition.To lockthe switch, installa padlock (notincluded)
through the hole in the switch trigger and make certain the
switch is inoperable. If the switch is still operable with the
padlock installed, a padlock with a larger shackle diameter
must be used. Store the padlock key in another location.

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BLADE
WRENCH
LOOSE PARTS LIST
Fig. 6
Work Clamp
Operator’s Manual
Dust Bag
Blade Wrench
WORK
CLAMP
DUST
BAG
The following items are included with the tool:
WARNING:
The use of attachments or accessories not listed might be hazardous and could cause serious personal injury.
The following tools (not included) are needed for making adjustments or installing the blade:
TOOLS NEEDED
Fig. 5
COMBINATION
SQUARE
SQUARE

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ASSEMBLY
UNPACKING
This product requires assembly.
Carefully lift saw from the carton by the carrying handle
and the saw base, and place it on a level work surface.
WARNING:
Do not use this product if any parts on the Loose Parts List
are already assembled to your product when you unpack
it. Parts on this list are not assembled to the product by
the manufacturer and require customer installation. Use
of a product that may have been improperly assembled
could result in serious personal injury.
This saw has been shipped with the saw arm secured in the
down position. To release the saw arm, push down on the
“D” handle, cut the tie-wrap, and pull out on the lock pin.
WARNING:
The saw arm is spring loaded. Hold the handle down
to prevent from snapping up when cutting the tie-wrap.
Failure to do so could result in possible serious injury.
Lift the saw arm by the handle. Hand pressure should
remain on the “D” handle to prevent sudden rise upon
release of the tie wrap.
Inspect the tool carefully to make sure no breakage or
damage occurred during shipping.
Donotdiscard the packingmaterialuntil youhavecarefully
inspected and satisfactorily operated the product.
The saw is factory set for accurate cutting. After
assembling it, check for accuracy. If shipping has
influenced the settings, refer to specific procedures
explained in this manual.
If any parts are damaged or missing, please call
1-800-525-2579 for assistance.
WARNING:
If any parts are damaged or missing do not operate this
product until the parts are replaced. Use of this product
with damaged or missing parts could result in serious
personal injury.
WARNING:
Do not attempt to modify this product 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.
WARNING:
Do not connect to power supply until assembly is
complete. Failure to comply could result in accidental
starting and possible serious personal injury.
WARNING:
Do not start the compound miter saw without checking
for interference between the blade and the miter fence.
Serious personal injury or damage to the blade could result
if it strikes the miter fence during operation of the saw.
WARNING:
This saw can tip over if the saw head is released suddenly
and the saw is not secured to a work surface. ALWAYS
secure this saw to a stable work surface before any use
to avoid serious personal injury.
TRACE HOLES
AT THESE LOCATIONS
FOR HOLE PATTERN
Fig. 7
MOUNTING
SURFACE
SAW BASE
TRACE HOLES
AT THESE LOCATIONS
FOR HOLE PATTERN

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ASSEMBLY
MOUNTING HOLES
See Figure 7.
WARNING:
Before starting any cutting operation, clamp or bolt your
miter saw to a workbench or an approved miter saw stand.
If a miter saw stand is used, read operator’s manual and
follow the instructions for the miter saw stand. Never
operate your miter saw on the floor or in a crouched
position. Failure to heed this warning can result in serious
personal injury.
The compound miter saw should be mounted to a firm
supporting surface such as a workbench, mounting board,
or miter saw stand. The saw base has four mounting
holes. If using bolts, they should be of sufficient length to
accommodate the saw base, lock washers, hex nuts, and
the thickness of the workbench or other mounting surface.
Tighten all bolts or screws securely.
The hole pattern for mounting to a workbench is shown in
figure 7. Carefully check the workbench after mounting to
make sure that no movement can occur during use. If any
tipping, sliding, or walking is noted, secure the workbench
to the floor before operating.
USING THE DEPTH STOP
See Figure 8.
When used, the depth stop limits the downward travel of
the blade when cutting dadoes and other non-through cuts.
To use the depth stop:
Unplug the saw.
If the saw is in storage or transport position, unlock the
saw arm.
Rotate the depth stop away from the motor housing.
With the depth control knob touching the depth stop,
adjust the depth control knob by turning the knob until
the desired depth of cut is attained.
A wooden spacer of at least 2 1/2 inches must be placed
between the workpiece and the fence for a consistent
depth of cut in the workpiece. Use the work clamp to
clamp the spacer and another suitable clamp to clamp
the workpiece. Make the slide cut at the desired depth.
See Figures 31 and 32.
Rotate the depth stop back towards the motor housing
for normal through cuts.
NOTE: The depth stop must be moved toward the motor
housing before locking / unlocking the saw arm.
LOCKING / UNLOCKING THE SAW ARM
See Figure 9.
When locking and unlocking the saw arm, it is not necessary
to loosen the depth control knob.
LOCK
PIN
“D”
HANDLE
To unlock and raise the saw arm:
Firmly grasp the “D” handle and apply downward pressure
while at the same time pulling the lock pin out and away
from the saw housing.
Release the lock pin and slowly raise the saw arm.
To lock the saw arm:
Firmly grasp the “D” handle and apply downward pressure
while at the same time pushing the lock pin in and toward
the saw housing.
Release the lock pin allowing it to lock the saw into place.
DEPTH
CONTROL KNOB
DEPTH STOP Fig. 8

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DUST BAG
See Figure 10.
A dust bag is provided for use on this miter saw. It fits over
the exhaust port on the back of the saw.
NOTE:The exhaust portalso accepts 1-1/4in. vacuum hose.
BLADE WRENCH
See Figure 11.
A blade wrench is included with this saw. One end of the
wrench is a phillips screwdriver and the other end is a hex
key. Use the hex key end when installing or removing blade
and the phillips end when removing or loosening screws. A
storage area for the blade wrench is located on the back of
the left miter fence.
WORK CLAMP
See Figure 11.
WARNING:
In some operations, the work clamp assembly may
interfere with the operation of the blade guard assembly.
Always make sure there is no interference with the blade
guard prior to beginning any cutting operation to reduce
the risk of serious personal injury.
The work clamp provides greater control by clamping the
workpiece to the fence or the saw table. It also prevents
the workpiece from creeping toward the saw blade. This is
very helpful when cutting compound miters. Depending on
the cutting operation and the size of the workpiece, it may
be necessary to use a C-clamp or other suitable clamp
instead of the work clamp to secure the workpiece prior to
making the cut.
To install the work clamp:
Place the work clamp shaft in one of the holes located
behind the miter fence.
Rotate the work clamp knob to move it up or down as
needed to secure the workpiece.
Fig. 11
BASE
WORK
CLAMP
Fig. 10
DUST
BAG
EXHAUST
PORT
BLADE
WRENCH
HEIGHT
ADJUSTMENT
KNOB
WORK
CLAMP KNOB

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ASSEMBLY
TO INSTALL / REPLACE THE BLADE
See Figures 12 - 13.
The blade is shipped installed on this miter saw model.
Instructions have been included for reference when changing
or replacing blades.
WARNING:
A 7-1/4 in. 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 guards, while
thicker blades will prevent the blade bolt from securing the
blade on the spindle. Either of these situations could result
in a serious accident and can cause serious personal injury.
Unplug the saw.
Loosen blade bolt cover screw. Rotate lower blade guard
and blade bolt cover up and back to expose the blade
bolt.
Depress the spindle lock button and rotate the blade bolt
until the spindle locks.
Using the blade wrench provided, loosen and remove the
blade bolt.
NOTE: The blade bolt has left hand threads. Turn blade
bolt clockwise to loosen.
Remove the outer blade washer.
NOTE: The inner blade washer is integrated into the
spindle and cannot be removed.
Wipe a drop of oil onto inner blade washer and outer
blade washer where they contact the blade.
Fit saw blade inside lower blade guard and onto spindle.
The blade teeth point downward at the front of saw as
shown in figure 13.
Replace the outer blade washer. Double “D” flats on blade
washers align with flats on spindle.
Depress spindle lock button and replace blade bolt.
NOTE: The blade bolt has left hand threads. Turn blade bolt
counterclockwise to tighten.
CAUTION:
Always install the blade with the blade teeth and the arrow
printed on the side of the blade pointing down at the front
of the saw. The direction of blade rotation is also stamped
with an arrow on the upper blade guard.
LOWER BLADE
GUARD
OUTER BLADE
WASHER
WITH DOUBLE
“D” FLATS
BLADE
BOLT
FLAT(S)
ON SPINDLE
BLADE
BOLT COVER
BLADE
BOLT COVER
SCREW
NOTE: BEFORE USE,
REPLACE SCREWS AND
TIGHTEN SECURELY
TO PREVENT GUARD
MOVEMENT
BLADE
BOLT
OUTER
BLADE
WASHER
BLADE
TO
LOOSEN
TO
TIGHTEN
BLADE
Fig. 12
Fig. 13
SPINDLE
LOCK BUTTON
SPINDLE

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Tighten blade bolt securely.
Replace the lower blade guard and blade bolt cover.
Securely tighten the blade bolt cover screw.
Raise and lower the saw head and ensure that the lower
blade guard operates properly.
WARNING:
Make sure the spindle lock button is not engaged before
reconnecting saw into power source. Never engage
spindle lock button when blade is rotating.
REMOVING / REPLACING THE THROAT PLATE
See Figure 14.
WARNING:
The throat plate must be below the miter table. If the throat
plate is too high or too low, the workpiece can catch on
the uneven edges resulting in binding which could result
in serious personal injury.
Never operate the saw without a throat plate installed.
To remove / replace:
Unplug the saw.
Remove the screws securing the throat plate.
Lift the throat plate from the saw.
To reinstall the throat plate, align the holes in the throat
plate with the holes in the saw base.
Retighten the screws, being careful not to overtighten
which can cause the throat plate to bow or bend.
ADJUSTING SUPPORT FOOT
See Figure 14.
Turnthesupportfootclockwiseorcounterclockwisedepending
on the amount of support needed for making sliding cuts.
NOTE: Many of the illustrations in this manual show only
portionsof thecompound mitersaw.This isintentional sothat
we can clearly show points being made in the illustrations.
Never operate the saw without all guards securely in
place and in good operating condition.
SQUARING THE BLADE TO THE FENCE
See Figures 15 - 20.
Unplug the saw.
Pull the saw arm all the way down and engage the lock
pin to hold the saw arm in transport position.
Loosen the miter lock handle approximately one-half turn
and squeeze the detent release lever.
Rotate the miter table until the scale indicator is positioned
at 0°.
THROAT
PLATE
Fig. 14
Fig. 15
SUPPORT
FOOT
SOCKET HEAD
SCREW(S)
MITER
FENCE
SOCKET HEAD
SCREW(S)

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Release the detent release lever, and ensure the control
arm is seated in the positive notch.
Tighten the miter lock knob to secure the miter table.
Loosen bevel lock knob and set saw arm at 0° bevel (blade
set 90° to miter table). Tighten bevel lock knob.
Lay a square flat on the miter table. Place one leg of the
square against the fence. Slide the other leg of the square
against the flat part of saw blade.
NOTE: Make sure that the square contacts the flat part of
the saw blade, not the blade teeth.
MITER
LOCK HANDLE
Fig. 16
MITER
TABLE
VIEW OF BLADE SQUARE WITH FENCE
SQUARE
VIEW OF BLADE NOT SQUARE WITH
FENCE, ADJUSTMENTS ARE REQUIRED Fig. 17
MITER
FENCE
MITER
TABLE
BLADE
BLADE
SQUARE
MITER
FENCE
Fig. 18
Fig. 19
Fig. 20
VIEW OF BLADE NOT SQUARE WITH
FENCE, ADJUSTMENTS ARE REQUIRED
MITER
TABLE
SQUARE
MITER
FENCE
INDICATOR
SCREW
BEVEL
SCALE
BLADE
SCALE
INDICATOR
INDICATOR
SCREW
MITER SCALE
BEVEL
LOCK KNOB
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INDICATOR

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ASSEMBLY
The edge of the square and the saw blade should be
parallel as shown in figure 16.
If the front or back edge of the saw blade angles away
from the square as shown in figures 17 - 18, adjustments
are needed.
Using the blade wrench provided, loosen the socket head
screws that secure the miter fence to the miter table.
Rotate the miter fence left or right until the saw blade is
parallel with the square.
Retighten the screws securely and recheck the blade-to-
fence alignment.
Your saw has several scale indicators. After squaring
adjustmentshavebeenmade,itmaybenecessarytoloosenthe
indicator screws and reset them to zero. See Figures 19 - 20.
SQUARING THE BLADE TO THE MITER TABLE
See Figures 21 - 23.
Unplug the saw.
Pull the saw arm all the way down and engage the lock
pin to hold the saw arm in transport position.
Loosen the miter lock handle approximately one-half turn
and squeeze the detent release lever.
Rotate the miter table until the scale indicator on the control
arm is positioned at 0°.
Release the detent release lever, then tighten the miter lock
knob to secure the miter table.
Loosen the bevel lock knob and set saw arm at 0° bevel
(blade set 90° to miter table). Tighten bevel lock knob.
Place a combination square against the miter table and
the flat part of saw blade.
NOTE: Make sure that the square contacts the flat part of
the saw blade, not the blade teeth.
Rotate the blade by hand and check the blade-to-table
alignment at several points.
The edge of the square and the saw blade should be
parallel as shown in figure 21.
If the top or bottom of the saw blade angles away from
the square as shown in figures 22 and 23, adjustments are
needed.
Loosen bevel lock knob.
Adjust positive stop adjustment screw to bring saw
blade into alignment with the square. See Positive Stop
Adjustment in the Adjustment section.
Tighten bevel lock knob. Recheck blade-to-table
alignment.
NOTE: The above procedure can be used to check blade
squareness of the saw blade to the miter table at both 0°
and 45° angles.
Your saw has several scale indicators. After squaring
adjustmentshavebeenmade,itmaybenecessarytoloosenthe
indicator screws and reset them to zero. See Figures 19 - 20.
MITER
TABLE
COMBINATION
SQUARE
BLADE
MITER
FENCE
Fig. 21
CORRECT VIEW OF BLADE
SQUARE WITH MITER TABLE
VIEW OF BLADE NOT SQUARE WITH MITER TABLE,
ADJUSTMENTS ARE REQUIRED Fig. 22
Fig. 23
VIEW OF BLADE NOT SQUARE WITH MITER TABLE,
ADJUSTMENTS ARE REQUIRED
MITER
TABLE
COMBINATION
SQUARE
BLADE
MITER
FENCE
MITER
TABLE
MITER
LOCK HANDLE
COMBINATION
SQUARE
BLADE
MITER
FENCE

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OPERATION
WARNING:
Do not allow familiarity with tools to make you careless.
Remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufficient
to inflict serious injury.
WARNING:
Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to
comply with ANSI Z87.1. 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 tool. The use
of attachments or accessories not recommended can
result in serious personal injury.
APPLICATIONS
This product has been designed only for the purposes listed
below:
Cross cutting wood and plastic (do not cut metals,
ceramics or masonry products.)
Cross cutting miters, joints, etc., for picture frames,
moldings, door casings, and fine joinery
Bevel and compound cutting
Cross cutting wide workpieces
NOTE: The blade provided is fine for most wood cutting
operations, but for fine joinery cuts or cutting plastic, use
one of the accessory blades available from the Ryobi dealer.
WARNING:
Before starting any cutting operation, clamp or bolt the
compound miter saw to a workbench. Never operate the
miter saw on the floor or in a crouched position. Failure
to heed this warning can result in serious personal injury.
WARNING:
To avoid serious personal injury, always tighten the miter
lock handle and bevel lock handle securely before making
a cut. Failure to do so could result in movement of the
miter table or saw head while making a cut.
WARNING:
To avoid serious personal injury, keep hands outside the
no hands zone, at least 3 in. from the blade. Never perform
any cutting operation freehand (without holding workpiece
against the fence). The blade could grab the workpiece
if it slips or twists.
NOTICE:
Do not start the compound miter saw without checking
for interference between the blade and the miter fence.
Damage could result to the blade if it strikes the miter
fence during operation of the saw.
CUTTINGWITHYOURCOMPOUNDMITERSAW
WARNING:
When using a work clamp or C-clamp to secure your
workpiece, clamp workpiece on one side of the blade
only. The workpiece must remain free on one side of the
blade to prevent the blade from binding in workpiece. The
workpiece binding the blade will cause motor stalling and
kickback. This situation could cause an accident resulting
in possible serious personal injury.
WARNING:
NEVER move the workpiece or make adjustment to any
cutting angle while the saw is running and the blade is
rotating. Any slip can result in contact with the blade
causing serious personal injury.
WARNING:
Do not try to cut narrow pieces using the sliding feature.
Failure to heed this warning could result in serious
personal injury.
LED LIGHTING SYSTEM
See Figure 24.
The LED lighting system casts the shadow of the blade onto
the workpiece. This results in greater accuracy of cuts and
requires no adjustments.
To use this feature, turn the LED switch on.
Bring the saw arm down so the blade is approximately
1/4 in. from the workpiece. The shadow of the blade will be
projected onto the workpiece, indicating where the blade
teeth will make contact as the cut is made.

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TO MAKE NON-SLIDING CUTS
WARNING:
Securely tighten the slide lock knob when making any
non-sliding cuts. Failure to tighten the knob could result
in the saw head moving during the cutting operation.
TO MITER CUT / CROSS CUT
See Figures 25 - 26.
A cross cut is made by cutting across the grain of the
workpiece. A straight cross cut is made with the miter table
set at the 0° position. Miter cross cuts are made with the
miter table set at some angle other than 0°.
Slide the saw head to its most rearward position and
tighten the slide lock knob securely.
Raise saw arm to its full height.
Loosen the miter lock handle approximately one-half turn
and squeeze the detent release lever.
Rotate the control arm until the pointer aligns with the
desired angle on the miter scale.
Release the detent release lever, then tighten the miter
lock knob to secure the miter table.
NOTE: You can quickly locate 0°, 15°, 22-1/2°, 31.6°,
and 45° left or right by releasing the detent release lever
as you rotate the control arm. The control arm will seat
itself in one of the positive stop notches, located in the
miter table base.
OPERATION
MITER CUT
WORK
CLAMP
CROSS CUT
Fig. 25
WORK
CLAMP
Fig. 26
Fig. 24
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