Ryobi Comprehensive Guide to Circular Saw Instructions and Features

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FEATURES

KNOW YOUR CIRCULAR SAW

See Figure 1.

Before attempting to use this product, familiarize yourself with all operating Features and Safety Rules.

SWITCH TRIGGER

The saw has a conveniently located switch trigger on the underside of the handle.

SPINDLE LOCK

The spindle lock allows you to secure the blade when turn- ing the blade screw.

NOTE: Do not run the circular saw with spindle lock en- gaged.

BLADE WRENCH STORAGE

Convenient wrench storage for quick blade changes.

LOCK-OFF BUTTON

The lock-off button reduces the possibility of accidental starting.

BEVEL ADJUSTMENT KNOB

The bevel adjustment feature allows you to make bevel cuts of 45° and 90º.

WIDTH OF CUT SCALE

When making straight cross cuts or rip cuts, the scale can be used to measure up to four inches to the right side of the blade. It can be used to measure up to one inch to the left side of the blade.

ASSEMBLY

UNPACKING

This product requires assembly.

nCarefully remove the tool and any accessories from the box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are included.

nInspect the tool carefully to make sure no breakage or damage occurred during shipping.

nDo not discard the packing material until you have care- fully inspected and satisfactorily operated the tool.

nIf any parts are damaged or missing, please call 1-800-525-2579 for assistance.

PACKING LIST

Circular Saw

5-1/2 in. Blade Blade Wrench

Lanyard (not included in combo) Operator’s Manual

Warranty Registration Card

WARNING:

If any parts are missing do not operate this tool until the missing parts are replaced. Failure to do so could result in possible serious personal injury.

WARNING:

Do not attempt to modify this tool or create accesso- ries 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:

To prevent accidental starting that could cause serious personal injury, always remove the battery pack from the tool when assembling parts.

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Contents OPERATOR’S Manual Save this Manual for Future ReferenceTable of Contents IntroductionPersonal Safety General Safety RulesElectrical Safety Work AreaSpecific Safety Rules ServiceKickback Safety Rules for Charger Symbols Symbol Name DESIGNATION/EXPLANATIONSymbol Signal Meaning Product Specifications FeaturesBlade Wrench Assembly Attaching the Blade Removing the BladeOperation Charging the Battery PackCharging a Cool Battery Pack ApplicationsInstalling the Battery Pack Charging a HOT Battery PackRemoving the Battery Pack See Figures 6 KickbackWrong Kickback Blade SET TOO Deep Incorrect SupportBlade Guard System LOCK-OFF Button SwitchSAW Blades STARTING/STOPPING the SAWTo Raise SAW Base Assembly Adjusting Blade DepthDepth To Adjustment Loosen Knob See Figures 13 Operating the SAWWrong Guideline Cross CUTTING/RIP CuttingRIP Cutting Workpiece Straight Edge ClampMaking a Bevel CUT Adjusting the Bevel SettingBevel Cutting See Figures 19Lower Blade Guard Handle Pocket CuttingPocket CUT Lower Blade Guard Positive 0 Bevel Stop AdjustmentsAdjusting Positive 0 Bevel Stop Checking Positive 0 Bevel StopGeneral Maintenance MaintenanceAccessories Battery Pack Removal Preparation for RecyclingPage Service Model NO. and Serial no