OPERATION

TO ADJUST THE BLADE DEPTH

The blade depth should be set so that the outer points of the blade are higher than the workpiece by approximately 1/8 in. to 1/4 in. but the lowest points (gullets) are below the top surface. See Figure 25.

WARNING:

Unplug the saw and make sure the blade guard assembly is installed and working properly to avoid serious personal injury.

￿Raise the blade by turning the blade adjusting handle counterclockwise or lower it by turning the handle clockwise.

TO ADJUST THE BLADE ANGLE

See Figure 26.

WARNING:

Unplug the saw and make sure the blade guard assembly is installed and working properly to avoid serious personal injury.

￿Unlock the bevel locking lever.

￿Angle the blade by turning the bevel handle until the bevel indicator shows the correct angle.

￿Lock the bevel locking lever securely while holding the bevel handle in place.

TO SET THE SCALE TO THE BLADE

The scale is usable from 0-27 in. (0-686 mm) to the right side of the blade and 0-6 3/4 in. (0-171 mm) on the left side of the blade. The operator can select any desired dimension within those ranges. Use the following steps to set the scale to the blade and scale indicator. Begin with the blade at a zero angle (straight up).

￿Loosen the rip fence by raising the locking handle.

￿Using a framing square, set the rip fence 2 in. from the blade tip edge.

￿Loosen the screw on the scale indicator. See Figure 27.

￿Adjust the front rail until the 2 in. mark is placed at the scale indicator. Align the rear rail to the front rail.

￿Tighten the screw and check the dimension and the rip fence.

GULLET

Fig. 25

ANGLED BLADE

BEVEL

 

LOCKING LEVER

BEVEL

HANDLE

0

45 30

 

BLADE

BEVEL

ADJUSTING

HANDLE

INDICATOR

Fig. 26

 

 

RIP

 

2 in.

FENCE

 

 

 

 

LOCKING

BLADE

 

HANDLE

WARNING:

3

2

1

0

0

2

Blades coast after turn off. Possible serious injury can

 

 

 

 

 

 

occur if hands come in contact with blade.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SCALE

 

2 IN.

 

 

INDICATOR

 

MARK

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7

8

9

10

11

12

1

FRONT RAIL

SCALE

Fig. 27

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Ryobi BTS20 manual To Adjust the Blade Depth, To Adjust the Blade Angle, To SET the Scale to the Blade

BTS20 specifications

The Ryobi BTS20 is a versatile and efficient table saw that caters to both DIY enthusiasts and professional woodworkers alike. Designed with precision and user-friendliness in mind, the BTS20 is a reliable addition to any workshop, delivering impressive cutting performance and functionality.

One of the standout features of the Ryobi BTS20 is its powerful 15-amp motor, which provides ample power to tackle a variety of cutting tasks. The motor is capable of delivering a no-load speed of up to 5,000 RPM, ensuring that users can make clean and accurate cuts through different materials, including hardwoods and plywood. This makes the BTS20 suitable for a wide range of applications, from small home projects to larger, more complex woodworking endeavors.

The table saw boasts a spacious 27-inch by 18-inch table surface, providing ample workspace for larger workpieces and ensuring stability during operations. The tabletop is made from high-quality materials to enhance durability and promote smooth feeding of materials. Furthermore, the BTS20 features an adjustable fence system, which allows for quick and precise adjustments, ensuring accurate cuts every time.

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