background image

Page 3

DOUBLE INSULATION

Your Ryobi power tool is double insulated. This means  you
are separated from the tool's electrical system by two complete
sets of electrical insulation. This extra layer of insulation is
intended to protect the user from electrical shock due to a
break in the wiring insulation. All exposed metal parts are
isolated from the internal metal motor components with
protecting insulation. Double insulated tools do not need to
be grounded.

IMPORTANT

Servicing of a tool with double insulation requires extreme
care and knowledge of the system and should be performed
only by a qualified service technician. For service we suggest
you return the tool to your nearest RYOBI AUTHORIZED
SERVICE CENTER 
for repair. When servicing use only
identical Ryobi replacement parts.

WARNING:

The double insulated system is intended to protect the
user from shock resulting from a break in the tool's
internal wiring. Observe all normal safety precautions
related to avoiding electrical shock. Failure to do so
could result in possible serious injury.

WARNING:

Do not attempt to operate this tool until you have read
thoroughly and understand completely all instructions,
safety rules, etc. contained in this manual. Failure 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 this tool.

RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols, and the
explanations with them, deserve your careful attention and understanding. The safety warnings do not by
themselves eliminate any danger. The instructions or warnings they give are not substitutes for proper
accident prevention measures.

  SYMBOL

MEANING

SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL:
Indicates danger, warning, or caution. May be used in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs.

DANGER: Failure to obey a safety warning will result in serious injury to yourself or to others. Always
follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury.

WARNING: Failure to obey a safety warning can result in serious injury to yourself or to others. Always
follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury.

CAUTION: Failure to obey a safety warning may result in property damage or personal injury to
yourself or to others. Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and
personal injury.

NOTE:

Advises you of information or instructions vital to the operation or maintenance of the equipment.

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...

Reviews: