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Standard universal 1/2 inch shank reciprocating saw blades
available at your local supplier may be used with your Ryobi
reciprocating saw.

GENERAL

Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most plastics
are susceptible to 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, gasoline, petroleum-
based products, penetrating oils, etc. come in contact
with plastic parts. They contain chemicals that can
damage, weaken, or destroy plastic.

LUBRICATION

All of the bearings in this tool are lubricated with a sufficient
amount of high grade lubricant for the life of the unit under
normal operating conditions. Therefore, no further lubrication
is required.

It has been found that electric tools are subject to accelerated
wear and possible premature failure when they are used on
fiberglass boats, sports cars, wallboard, spackling compounds,
or plaster. The chips and grindings from these materials are
highly abrasive to electric tool parts such as bearings, brushes,
commutators, etc. Consequently, it is not recommended that
this tool be used for extended work on any fiberglass material,
wallboard, spackling compounds, or plaster. During any use
on these materials, it is extremely important that the tool is
cleaned frequently by blowing with an air jet.

WARNING:

Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side
shields during power tool operation or when blowing dust.
If operation is dusty, also wear a dust mask.

WARNING: 

When servicing use only identical Ryobi replacement parts. Use of any other parts can create a

hazard or cause product damage.

ACCESSORIES

MAINTENANCE

Summary of Contents for RJ160V

Page 1: ...ity ease of operation and operator safety Properly cared for it will give you years of rugged trouble free performance CAUTION Carefully read through this entire operator s manual before using your ne...

Page 2: ...d safety glasses with side shields Always wear eye protection which is marked to comply with ANSI Z87 1 WARNING Your reciprocating saw has many features for making cutting operations more pleasant and...

Page 3: ...to comply can result in accidents involving fire electric shock or serious personal injury Save operator s manual and review frequently for continuing safe operation and instructing others who may use...

Page 4: ...salignment or binding of moving parts breakage of parts and any other condi tion that may affect the tool s operation If dam aged have the tool serviced before using Many accidents are caused by poorl...

Page 5: ...d by the manufacturer for your model Accessories that may be suitable for one tool may become hazardous when used on another tool Service Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair person...

Page 6: ...t current DC A substantial voltage drop will cause a loss of power and the motor will over heat If your tool does not operate when plugged into an outlet double check the power supply EXTENSION CORDS...

Page 7: ...dial designed to allow operator control of speed and power limits See Figure 1 UNPACKING FEATURES UNPACKING Your saw has been shipped completely assembled except for the blade and is ready for use In...

Page 8: ...adjustments installing or removing blades when cleaning or when not in use Disconnecting your saw will prevent accidental starting that could cause serious injury BLADE SELECTION To obtain the best pe...

Page 9: ...ions on the blade TO CHANGE POSITIONS OF THE BASE ASSEMBLY See Figure 6 UNPLUG YOUR SAW WARNING Failure to unplug your saw could result in accidental starting causing serious injury Loosen the button...

Page 10: ...cutting speed slowly tilt saw downward until tip of blade starts cutting work After blade penetrates work tilt saw until blade is perpendicular to the work OPERATION METAL CUTTING See Figure 9 Metals...

Page 11: ...no further lubrication is required It has been found that electric tools are subject to accelerated wear and possible premature failure when they are used on fiberglassboats sportscars wallboard spack...

Page 12: ...LLOWING INFORMATION MODEL NUMBER SERIAL NUMBER RJ160V EXTENSION CORD CAUTION When using a power tool at a considerable distance from a power source be sure to use an extension cord that has the capaci...

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