Ryobi R18MS216, Original Instructions Manual

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■ Only use blades that are sharp. Replace dull blades.
■ 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.
■ Use only woodworking blades specified in this manual,
which comply with EN 847-1.
■ Do not use any flanges, washers and nuts to secure the
saw blade other than those supplied or indicated in the
instruction manual.
■ 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.
■ It is important to avoid overheating the blade and
melting the plastic when cutting.
■ It is essential to adhere to the maximum speed specified
on the saw blade, only use saw blade that are marked
with a speed equal or higher than the speed marked
on the tool.
■ Replace the table insert when worn or damaged.
■ 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.
■ When performing mitre, bevel or compound mitre cuts,
adjust the sliding fence or sub-fence to ensure the
correct clearance from the blade.
■ The handle lock must always be engaged when
transporting the product.
■ Keep the floor area free of loose materials, such as
chips and cut-offs.
■ 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.
■ Long workpieces must be adequately supported. The
working area of the saw includes the whole extent of
the workpiece. The operator should secure this area
from accidental contact from other persons or objects
which may move the workpiece during operation.
■ 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.
■ Do not replace the laser with a different type. Any
repairs must only be carried out by the manufacturer or
authorised service agent.
■ Ambient temperature range for tool during operation is
between 0 ˚C and 40˚ C.
■ Ambient temperature range for tool storage is between
0 ˚C and 40˚ C.
■ The recommended ambient temperature range for the
charging system during charging is between 10 ˚C and
38˚ C.
ADDITIONAL BATTERY SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, personal injury, and product
damage due to a short circuit, never immerse your
tool, battery pack or charger in fluid or allow a fluid to
flow inside them. Corrosive or conductive fluids, such
as seawater, certain industrial chemicals, and bleach
or bleach-containing products, etc., can cause a short
circuit.
■ Ambient temperature range for battery during use is
between 0 ˚C and 40˚ C.
■ Ambient temperature range for battery storage is
between 0 ˚C and 20˚ C.
TRANSPORTING LITHIUM BATTERIES
Transport the battery in accordance with local and national
provisions and regulations.
Follow all special requirements on packaging and labelling
when transporting batteries by a third party. Ensure that
no batteries can come in contact with other batteries
or conductive materials while in transport by protecting
exposed connectors with insulating, non-conductive caps
or tape. Do not transport batteries that are cracked or
leaking. Check with the forwarding company for further
advice.
LASER SAFETY RULES
■ The laser radiation used in this saw is Class 2 with
maximum ≤1mW and 650nm wavelengths. Do not stare
into the laser beam. Failure to comply with the rules
could result in serious personal injury.
■ Do not stare into beam during operation.
■ Do not project the laser beam directly into the eyes of
others. Serious eye injury could result.
■ Do not place the laser in a position that may cause
anyone to stare into the laser beam intentionally or
unintentionally.
■ Do not use optical tools to view the laser beam.
■ Do not operate the laser around children or allow
children to operate the laser.
■ Do not attempt to repair the laser device by yourself.
■ Do not attempt to change any parts of the laser device
by yourself.
■ Any repairs must only be carried out by the laser
manufacturer or authorized service agent.
■ Do not replace the laser with a different type.
RESIDUAL RISKS
Even when the product is used as prescribed, it is still
impossible to completely eliminate certain residual risk
factors. The following hazards may arise and the operator
should pay special attention to avoid the following:
■ Risk of contact with uncovered parts of the rotating saw
blade
■ Kick-back of workpieces or parts of workpieces due to
improper adjustment or handling
■ Catapulting of faulty carbide tips from the saw blade
■ Damage to the respiratory system
NOTE: Wear respiratory protection masks containing
filters appropriate to the materials being worked.
Ensure adequate workplace ventilation. Do not eat,
drink or smoke in the work area.
■ Damage to hearing if effective hearing protection is not
worn.
WARNING
Dust from certain paints, coatings and materials may
cause irritation or allergic reactions to the respiratory
system. Dust from wood such as oak, beech, MDF and
others are carcinogenic. Material containing asbestos
should only ever be worked or processed by qualified
specialist operators.
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