Ryobi CDI-1801M, Owner'S Operating Manual

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OPERATION
BEVEL CUTTING
See Figures 6 and 7.
Bevel cutting angles may be adjusted from 0° to 45° right
or left. Angles for cuts from 0° to 45° in 15° increments are
marked on a scale on both the left and right side of the base.
Notches on the rear of the base provide positive stops at each
of the above mentioned 15° increments. A protractor is
recommended when accurate cuts are required.
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Using the 3 mm hex key provided, loosen the base pivot
screws until the base can be moved.
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Slide base forward until base pivot screws can move
freely in slots in base.
See Figure 6.
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Align the mark, on the base, of the desired angle with
the edge of the motor housing.
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Once the desired angle is reached, slide base back until
tab on motor housing aligns with the appropriate notch
on rear of base.
See Figure 7.
NOTE: When making a set-up for accurate cuts with a
protractor, or for angles other than the preset 15°
increments, the positive stop notches on the rear of the
base are not used.
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Tighten the base pivot screws securely.
NOTE: The wide slot in the base must be used when
making bevel cuts, scroll cuts, plunge cuts, and when
cutting metal.
PLUNGE CUTTING
See Figure 8.
WARNING
To avoid loss of control, broken blades, or damage to
the material being cut, always use extreme caution
when making plunge cuts. We do not recommend
plunge cutting on materials other than wood.
TO MAKE A PLUNGE CUT
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Mark the line of cut clearly on the workpiece.
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Set the cutting angle at 0°.
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Tilt your saw forward so that it rests on the front edge of
the base and blade will not come in contact with the
workpiece when the saw is turned on.
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Make sure the blade is inside the area to be cut.
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Using high speed, start your saw and slowly lower the
blade into the workpiece until the blade cuts through
the wood.
See Figure 8.
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Continue lowering the blade into the workpiece until the
base rests flat on the work surface, then move the saw
forward to complete the opening.
SPLINTER-FREE CUTTING
See Figure 9.
The base of your jig saw has a narrow slot to permit splinter-
free cutting. It is especially useful when cutting plywood. This
feature should only be used when making straight cuts or
circle cuts. It is not for bevel cutting or plunge cutting.
NOTE: The non-orbital setting also helps reduce splintering
when cutting plywood.
HOW TO POSITION BASE IN THE SPLINTER-FREE
CUTTING POSITION
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Remove battery pack.
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Using the 3 mm hex key provided, loosen base pivot
screws and slide base forward.
See Figure 9.
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Always set the cutting angle at 0° for splinter-free
cutting. To set cutting angle at 0°, align the 0° mark on
the scale with the edge of the motor housing.
NOTE: When setting angle at 0° for splinter-free
cutting, the positive stop notches on the rear of the
base are not used.
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Tighten base pivot screws securely.
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Remove hex key and return it to storage compartment.
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Replace battery pack.
OPERATION
EDGE GUIDE
See Figure 10.
An edge guide is available for use with your saw. It can be
used for making crosscuts and rip cuts.
Remove battery pack. Insert the arm through the two slots in
the base of your saw as shown in Figure 10. Adjust edge
guide to the desired width and lock in place with the edge
guide screw.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING
When servicing, use only Ryobi replacement parts.
Use of any other part may create a hazard or cause
product damage.
Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic par ts.
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, carbon dust, etc.
WARNING
Do not at any time let brake fluids, petrol, petroleum-
based products, penetrating oils, etc. come in
contact with plastic parts. They contain chemicals
that can damage, weaken or destroy plastic.
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