Ryobi RTS1526RG, Original Instructions Manual

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the workpiece is lifted from the table by the rear portion of
the saw blade and is propelled towards the operator.
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operating procedures or conditions and can be avoided by
taking proper precautions as given below.
Ŷ Never stand directly in line with the saw blade.
Always position your body on the same side of
the saw blade as the fence.
Kickback may propel the
workpiece at high velocity towards anyone standing in
front and in line with the saw blade.
Ŷ Never reach over or in back of the saw blade to pull
or to support the workpiece.
Accidental contact with
the saw blade may occur or kickback may drag your
fingers into the saw blade.
Ŷ Never hold and press the workpiece that is being
cut off against the rotating saw blade.
Pressing
the workpiece being cut off against the saw blade will
create a binding condition and kickback.
Ŷ Align the fence to be parallel with the saw blade. A
misaligned fence will pinch the workpiece against the
saw blade and create kickback.
Ŷ Use a featherboard to guide the workpiece against
the table and fence when making non-through cuts
such as rebating or resawing cuts.
A featherboard
helps to control the workpiece in the event of a kickback.
Ŷ Support large panels to minimise the risk of saw
blade pinching and kickback.
Large panels tend to
sag under their own weight. Support(s) must be placed
under all portions of the panel overhanging the table
top.
Ŷ Use extra caution when cutting a workpiece that
is twisted, knotted, warped or does not have a
straight edge to guide it with a mitre gauge or along
the fence.
A warped, knotted, or twisted workpiece is
unstable and causes misalignment of the kerf with the
saw blade, binding and kickback.
Ŷ Never cut more than one workpiece, stacked
vertically or horizontally.
The saw blade could pick
up one or more pieces and cause kickback.
Ŷ When restarting the saw with the saw blade in the
workpiece, centre the saw blade in the kerf so that
the saw teeth are not engaged in the material.
If the
saw blade binds, it may lift up the workpiece and cause
kickback when the saw is restarted.
Ŷ Keep saw blades clean, sharp, and with sufficient
set. Never use warped saw blades or saw blades
with cracked or broken teeth.
Sharp and properly set
saw blades minimise binding, stalling and kickback.
TABLE SAW OPERATING PROCEDURE WARNINGS
Ŷ Turn off the table saw and disconnect the power
cord when removing the table insert, changing
the saw blade or making adjustments to the riving
knife or saw blade guard, and when the machine
is left unattended.
Precautionary measures will avoid
accidents.
Ŷ Never leave the table saw running unattended. Turn
it off and don’t leave the product until it comes to
a complete stop.
An unattended running saw is an
uncontrolled hazard.
Ŷ Locate the table saw in a well-lit and level area
where you can maintain good footing and balance.
It should be installed in an area that provides
enough room to easily handle the size of your
workpiece.
Cramped, dark areas, and uneven slippery
floors invite accidents.
Ŷ Frequently clean and remove sawdust from under
the saw table and/or the dust collection device.
Accumulated sawdust is combustible and may self-
ignite.
Ŷ The table saw must be secured. A table saw that is
not properly secured may move or tip over.
Ŷ Remove tools, wood scraps, etc. from the table
before the table saw is turned on.
Distraction or a
potential jam can be dangerous.
Ŷ Always use saw blades with correct size and shape
(diamond versus round) of arbour holes.
Saw
blades that do not match the mounting hardware of the
saw will run off-centre, causing loss of control.
Ŷ Never use damaged or incorrect saw blade
mounting means such as flanges, saw blade
washers, bolts or nuts.
These mounting means were
specially designed for your saw, for safe operation and
optimum performance.
Ŷ Never stand on the table saw, do not use it as a
stepping stool.
Serious injury could occur if the
product is tipped or if the cutting tool is accidentally
contacted.
Ŷ Make sure that the saw blade is installed to rotate
in the proper direction. Do not use grinding wheels,
wire brushes, or abrasive wheels on a table saw.
Improper saw blade installation or use of accessories
not recommended may cause serious injury.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY WARNINGS FOR TABLE
SAWS
Ŷ This product is not intended for use by persons
(including children) with reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities, or lack of experience
and knowledge, unless they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning use of the
appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do
not play with the product.
Ŷ Setup or fix the machine in a stable position appropriate
for the work being done. This could be mounted on a
workbench, leg support or fixed to the floor.
Ŷ If fitted, set the adjustable leg extension to achieve a
level stable platform to work on.
Ŷ Working at the proper height, using good working
posture, will help prevent strain or other injuries during
operation.
Ŷ Provide adequate general or localised lighting to
prevent stroboscopic effect and hazards.
Ŷ Wear suitable personal protective equipment when
necessary. This includes hearing protection to reduce
the risk of hearing loss, respiratory protection to reduce
the risk of inhaling harmful dust, sturdy gloves when
handling saw blades and rough material.