Ryobi R18MS184, Original Instructions Manual

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rest position.
Ŷ Never attempt to stop a machine in motion rapidly
by jamming a tool or other means against the blade,
serious accidents can be caused unintentionally in this
way.
Ŷ Disconnect the product from the mains supply or
remove battery pack before changing blades or
carrying out maintenance.
Ŷ Pay attention to blade packing and unpacking, it is easy
to be injured by the sharp blade tips.
Ŷ Use a blade holder or wear gloves when handling a saw
blade.
Ŷ Keep and store the blade in original packaging or other
suitable packaging, keep in dry conditions and away
from chemicals which may damage the blade.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY WARNINGS
Ŷ Always clamp the workpiece safely and securely.
Ŷ Ensure that the product is always stable and secure
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cause hearing loss.
Ŷ Always wear safety goggles when using the product.
It is recommended to wear gloves for handling blades
and rough material, plus sturdy non slip shoes to
protect the feet from workpieces which may fall from
the cutting area.
Ŷ Disconnect the product from the mains supply or remove
battery pack before carrying out any maintenance or
cleaning the product.
Ŷ Only install the battery pack when the product is
switched off.
Ŷ Never reach into the area near the blade unless the
blade has completely stopped.
Ŷ Before use, thoroughly check the product and battery
pack for any damage or material fatigue. Repairs to
the whole product should only be carried out by an
authorised service centre.
Ŷ Always use the guards on the product. Do not use
the product if the guards are not in place and working
correctly.
Ŷ The lower blade guard should only open when the
blade is lowered to the workpiece and must always be
able to move freely and close automatically.
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support during operation.
Ŷ Never alter of modify the product or its function. Your
safety may be compromised.
Ŷ Do not use saw blades which are cracked, damaged
or deformed.
Ŷ Do not use saw blades made of high-speed steel.
Ŷ Only use blades that are sharp. Replace dull blades.
Ŷ Always use blades with correct size and shape of
arbour holes. Blades that do not match the mounting
hardware of the saw will run eccentrically, causing loss
of control.
Ŷ Use only woodworking blades specified in this manual,
which comply with EN 847-1.
Ŷ Do not use any flanges, washers and nuts to secure the
saw blade other than those supplied or indicated in the
instruction manual.
Ŷ It is necessary to select a saw blade which is suitable
for the material being cut. Never use the product to cut
materials other than those specified in the intended use
section in this manual.
Ŷ It is important to avoid overheating the blade and
melting the plastic when cutting.
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on the saw blade, only use saw blade that are marked
with a speed equal or higher than the speed marked
on the tool.
Ŷ Replace the table insert when worn or damaged.
Ŷ Before work, make a dummy cut without the motor
turned on so the position of the blade, operation of
the guards with respect to other machine parts, and
workpiece may be checked.
Ŷ When performing mitre, bevel or compound mitre cuts,
adjust the sliding fence or sub-fence to ensure the
correct clearance from the blade.
Ŷ The handle lock must always be engaged when
transporting the product.
Ŷ Keep the floor area free of loose materials, such as
chips and cut-offs.
Ŷ Refrain from removing any cut-offs or other parts of the
workpiece from the cutting area whilst the product is
running and the saw head is not in the rest position.
Ŷ Long workpieces must be adequately supported. The
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the workpiece. The operator should secure this area
from accidental contact from other persons or objects
which may move the workpiece during operation.
Ŷ The dust produced when using the product may be
harmful to health. Use a dust suction system and wear
a suitable dust protection mask. Remove deposited
dust thoroughly with a vacuum cleaner.
Ŷ It may be necessary to adjust the sliding fence to
ensure proper clearance prior to making a bevel or
compound cut. Make sure the sliding fence lock screw
is tightened securely after the adjustment.
Ŷ The clamp can be installed and used on either side of
the blade. In some operation, the clamp may interfere
with 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.
Ŷ Ambient temperature range for tool during operation is
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