Ryobi CSB141LZ, Operator'S Manual

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OPERATION
POCKET CUTTING
See Figures 24 - 25.
WARNING:
Always adjust bevel setting to zero before making a
pocket cut. Attempting a pocket cut at any other setting
can result in loss of control of the saw possibly causing
serious injury.
n
Adjust the bevel setting to zero.
n
Set the blade to the correct blade depth setting.
n Swing the lower blade guard up using the lower blade
guard handle.
NOTE:
Always raise the lower blade guard with the handle
to avoid serious injury.
n
Hold the lower blade guard by the handle.
n
Rest the front of the base flat against the workpiece with
the rear of the handle raised so the blade does not touch
the workpiece.
n
Start the saw and let the blade reach full speed.
n
Guide the saw into the workpiece and make the cut.
WARNING:
Always cut in a forward direction when pocket cutting.
Cutting in the reverse direction could cause the saw to
climb up on the workpiece and back toward you.
n
Release the trigger and allow the blade to come to a
complete stop.
n Lift the saw from the workpiece.
n
Clear corners out with a hand saw or sabre saw.
WARNING:
Never tie the lower blade guard in a raised position. Leav-
ing the blade exposed could lead to serious injury.
Fig. 24
POCKET
CUT
LOWER BLADE
GUARD
LOWER BLADE
GUARD HANDLE
Fig. 25