Ryobi BS1001SV- Manuals

Page 3 - GENERAL SAFETY RULES; READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS

Page 3 GENERAL SAFETY RULES n DO NOT OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. n MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories. n DISCONNECT ALL TOOLS. When not in use, before servicin...

Page 4 - SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES

Page 4 n BE SURE THE BLADE PATH IS FREE OF NAILS. Inspect for and remove nails from lumber before cutting. n A V O I D A W K W A R D O P E R A T I O N S A N D H A N DPOSITIONS where a sudden slip could cause your hand to move into the blade. ALWAYS make sure you have good balance. n ALLOW THE MOTOR ...

Page 5 - SYMBOLS

Page 5 SYMBOLS Some of the following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpreta-tion of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer. Read The Operator’s Manual Safety Alert No Hands Symbol No Hands Symbol No Hands Symbol No Ha...

Page 6 - SERVICE; SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Page 6 SYMBOLS SERVICE Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge and should be performed only by a qualified service technician. For service we suggest you return the product to your nearest AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER for repair. When servic-ing, use only identical replacement parts. WARNING: To ...

Page 7 - GLOSSARY OF TERMS

Page 7 GLOSSARY OF TERMS ResawA cutting operation to reduce the thickness of the workpiece to make thinner pieces.ResinA sticky, sap-based substance that has hardened.RippingA cutting operation along the length of the workpiece.Saw Blade PathThe area directly in line — over, under, behind or in fron...

Page 8 - ELECTRICAL; EXTENSION CORDS; WARNING; ELECTRICAL CONNECTION; SPEED AND WIRING

Page 8 ELECTRICAL Fig. 1 GROUNDING PIN COVER OF GROUNDED OUTLET BOX EXTENSION CORDS Use only 3-wire extension cords that have 3-prong ground-ing plugs and 3-pole receptacles that accept the tool's plug. When using a power tool at a considerable distance from the power source, use an extension cord h...

Page 9 - FEATURES; PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Page 9 Fig. 2 FEATURES DUST EXHAUST PORT TRACKING KNOB SCALE INDICATOR BLADE GUIDE LOCK KNOB SCALE BEVEL ADJUSTMENT KNOB RAPIDSET™ BLADE TENSION LEVER SAW BLADE SWITCH AND SWITCH KEY BLADE TENSION KNOB LATCH RIP FENCE MITER GAUGE SAW TABLE BLADE GUARD BLADE GUIDE BEARING LED LIGHTING Input ............

Page 10 - SAW BLADE

Page 10 FEATURES LED LIGHTING Your band saw comes equipped with LED lighting that lights the work area for safer, more accurate cuts. MITER GAUGE This gauge aligns the wood for a crosscut. The easy-to-read indicator shows the exact angle for a miter cut. RIP FENCE A sturdy metal fence guides the wor...

Page 11 - TOOLS NEEDED; LOOSE PARTS LIST

Page 11 Fig. 3 The following tools (not included) are needed for assembly and alignment: TOOLS NEEDED PHILLIPS SCREWDRIVER 10 mm WRENCH The following items are included with your band saw: LOOSE PARTS LIST MITER GAUGE Fig. 4 Hex Key, 3 mm ................................................................

Page 13 - ASSEMBLY; UNPACKING

Page 13 ASSEMBLY UNPACKING This product requires assembly. n Carefully remove the tool and any accessories from the box. Place it on a level work surface. NOTE: This tool is heavy. To avoid back injury, lift with your legs, not your back, and get help when needed. n Inspect the tool carefully to mak...

Page 14 - TO MOUNT THE; TO MOUNT THE SAW TABLE

Page 14 ASSEMBLY n Use the same steps to install the lower braces. Tighten all hex nuts with a wrench. n Place a carriage bolt in each of the four holes on the top of the leg stand and secure with a hex nut. n Tighten securely. n Place one foot on the bottom of each of the legs. n Move the leg set t...

Page 15 - TO SQUARE THE SAW TABLE TO THE BLADE

Page 15 ASSEMBLY TO SQUARE THE SAW TABLE TO THE BLADE See Figure 11. n Turn the blade guide lock knob counterclockwise to unlock the blade guide assembly. Turning the blade guide knob clockwise, raise the blade guide assembly as far as it will go. Turn the lock knob clockwise to retighten. n Place a...

Page 16 - TO ADJUST BLADE TENSION

Page 16 ASSEMBLY BLADE TENSION KNOB TO INCREASE TENSION TO DECREASE TENSION TO ADJUST BLADE TENSION See Figures 13 - 14. n Unplug the saw and remove the switch key. n Make sure RapidSet™ Blade Tension Lever is in the locked position. See Figure 14. n Before using the band saw, turn the blade tension...

Page 17 - OPERATION

Page 17 OPERATION WARNING: Do not allow familiarity with tools to make you care-less. Remember that a careless fraction of a second issufficient to inflict serious injury. WARNING: Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operating power tools. Failure to do so could resul...

Page 18 - AVOIDING INJURY; TILTING THE TABLE

Page 18 OPERATION AVOIDING INJURY n Make sure saw is level and does not rock. Saw should always be on a firm, level surface with plenty of room for handling and properly supporting the workpiece. n Bolt saw to the support surface to prevent slipping, walking or sliding during operations like cutting...

Page 19 - TO EXTEND THE SAW TABLE

Page 19 OPERATION TO EXTEND THE SAW TABLE See Figure 17. The saw table can be extended to increase the work surface. To lengthen the saw table: n Loosen the table lock knob underneath the saw table by turning counterclockwise. n Using the extension scale on the saw table, extend the saw table to the...

Page 20 - USING THE RIP FENCE; INSTALLING AND ADJUSTING THE BLADE; ADJUSTMENTS

Page 20 OPERATION USING THE RIP FENCE See Figure 20. n Unplug the saw. n From either side of the saw blade, slide the rip fence onto the saw table. Check for a smooth, gliding action. n Push the locking handle down to automatically align and secure the fence. NOTE: Rip fence may be used on either si...

Page 21 - ADJUSTING BLADE GUIDE ASSEMBLY

Page 21 ADJUSTMENTS BLADE GUIDE ASSEMBLY SAW BLADE UPPER WHEEL BLADE TENSION KNOB RAPIDSET™ BLADE TENSION LEVER LOWER WHEEL BLADE GUIDE ASSEMBLY BLADE GUIDE KNOB BLADE GUIDE LOCK KNOB LOWER BLADE GUIDES Fig. 22 Fig. 23 n Carefully remove the old blade. n Wearing gloves, carefully uncoil the blade at...

Page 22 - To Adjust Thrust Bearings:

Page 22 ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: To avoid personal injury, maintain proper adjustment of blade tension, blade guides, and thrust bearings. n To check tension, raise the blade guide assembly all the way up to expose the blade. n Push the blade to the side with moderate force; the blade should flex approx...

Page 23 - To Adjust Blade Guide Support:

Page 23 ADJUSTMENTS MITER GAUGE INDICATOR SCREW To Adjust Blade Guide Support: n Remove the blade guard by removing the two phillips screws that secure it in place. n Adjust the position of the blade guide assembly. Loosen the bottom screw on the right side of the blade guide assembly using the 3 mm...

Page 24 - MAINTENANCE; GENERAL MAINTENANCE

Page 24 MAINTENANCE WARNING: When servicing, use only identical Ryobi replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage. WARNING: Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields during power tool operation or when blowing dust. If operation is dusty...

Page 25 - BRUSHES

Page 25 MAINTENANCE BRUSHES See Figure 28. WARNING: To prevent accidental starting that could cause possible serious personal injury, turn off the saw, remove the switch key, and unplug the saw before working on the band saw. The brushes located inside the saw housing on the door help protect the ti...

Page 26 - TROUBLESHOOTING; PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION

Page 26 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION Motor will not run. 1. Problem with On-Off switch or 1. Have worn parts replaced before power cord. using band saw again. 2. Motor defective. 2. Do not attempt any repair. Have tool repaired by a qualified service technician. Blade does not run in the a...

Page 27 - NOTES

Page 28 - • MODEL NUMBER; EXTENSION CORD CAUTION

Page 28 983000-269 8 -04 RYOBI TECHNOLOGIES, INC. 1428 Pearman Dairy Road, Anderson SC 29625 Post Office Box 1207, Anderson SC 29622-1207 Phone 1-800-525-2579 www.ryobitools.com **Ampere rating (on tool data plate) 0-2.0 2.1-3.4 3.5-5.0 5.1-7.0 7.1-12.0 12.1-16.0 Cord Length Wire Size (A.W.G.) 25' 1...