Ryobi P521- Manuals

6  An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely necessary. Use of improper extension cord could result in a risk of fire and electric shock. If extension cord must be used, make sure:a. That pins on plug of extension cord are the same number, size and shape as those of plug on charger. b....

7 SYMBOLS Some of the following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer. V Volts Voltage A Amperes Current Hz Hertz Frequency (cycles per second) W Watt Power min Minutes T...

8 SYMBOLS The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product. DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, ...

9 FEATURES PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Length of Stroke ........................................................ 3/4 in.Strokes Per Minute .............................0-2,100 r/min. (RPM)Switch ......................................................... Variable SpeedCutting Angle ...........................

10 WARNING: Do not allow familiarity with tools to make you care-less. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict serious injury. WARNING: Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operating tools. Failure to do so could re-sult in objects being ...

11 OPERATION CHARGING A COOL BATTERY PACK If battery pack is within normal temperature range, the red LED on charger will come on. NOTE: If the charger does not charge the battery pack under normal circumstances, return both the battery pack and charger to your nearest Authorized Service Center for ...

12 Fig. 4 BLADE STORAGE OPERATION TO INSERT BATTERY PACK See Figure 3.  Lock the switch trigger by releasing it all the way.  Place the battery pack on the tool.  Make sure the latches on each side of the battery pack snap into place and the battery pack is secured on the tool before beginning op...

13 OPERATION SWITCH TRIGGER See Figure 5. To turn the saw ON , depress and hold lock-off button, then depress the switch trigger. To turn it OFF , release the switch trigger. WARNING: This tool is designed to work with T-shank blades. Use with non-T-shank blades may result in blades coming loose fro...

14 OPERATION STRAIGHT CUTTING See Figure 7. A straight cut can be made by clamping a piece of wood or straightedge to the workpiece and guiding the edge of the saw against it. Make the cut from one direction only; don't cut halfway and complete the cut from the opposite end. SPLINTER-FREE CUTTING Se...

15 45 30 OPERATION Fig. 11 BASE ANGLE CUTTING (BEVEL CUTTING) See Figures 11 - 12. Bevel cutting angles may be adjusted from 0° to 45° right or left. Angles for cuts from 0° to 45° in 15° increments are marked on a scale on both the left and right side of the base. Notches on the rear of the base pr...

16 ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein could result in hazardous radiation exposure. ADJUSTING THE LASER See Figure 14. The laser can be realigned by adjusting the two screws located in the front of the saw. The top screw...

17 BATTERIES The battery pack for this tool is equipped with nickel-cadmium rechargeable batteries. Length of service from each charging will depend on the type of work you are doing.The batteries in this tool have been designed to provide maximum trouble-free life. However, like all batteries, they...

18 RYOBI TECHNOLOGIES, INC. 1428 Pearman Dairy Road, Anderson, SC 29625 Phone 1-800-525-2579 www.ryobitools.com • SERVICE Now that you have purchased your tool, should a need ever exist for repair parts or service, simply contact your nearest Authorized Service Center. Be sure to provide all pertine...