Page 3 - READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS; GENERAL SAFETY RULES
3 WARNING: Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below, may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS n KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL. Read the operator’s manual carefully. Learn the saw’s applications andlimitations as well...
Page 5 - SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
5 SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES WARNING: Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contains chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are: • lead from lead-based paints,• crystalline sil...
Page 6 - SYMBOLS
6 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. Read The Operator’s Manual Safety Alert No Hands Symbol No Hands Symbol No Hands Symbol No Hands Sy...
Page 7 - SERVICE; SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
7 SYMBOLS SERVICE Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge and should be performed only by a qualified service tech-nician. For service we suggest you return the product to the nearest AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER for repair. When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. WARNING: To avoid ...
Page 8 - ELECTRICAL; SPEED AND WIRING; ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
8 ELECTRICAL SPEED AND WIRING The no-load speed of this tool is approximately 4,800 rpm. This speed is not constant and decreases under a load or with lower voltage. For voltage, the wiring in a shop is as important as the motor’s horsepower rating. A line intended only for lights cannot properly ca...
Page 9 - GLOSSARY OF TERMS
9 GLOSSARY OF TERMS Non-Through CutsAny cutting operation where the blade does not extend completely through the thickness of the workpiece.Push Blocks (for jointer planers)Device used to feed the workpiece over the jointer planer cutterhead during any operation. This aid helps keep the operator’s h...
Page 10 - FEATURES; PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
10 FEATURES Fig. 2 Table Size ...............................................25-3/4 in. x 16 in.Input ............................. 120 Volt, 60Hz, AC Only, 13 AmpsNo Load Speed ................................................. 4,800 RPM Net Weight ............................................ 31.09 ...
Page 12 - BLADES; OVERLOAD RESET BUTTON
12 FEATURES BLADES For maximum performance, it is recommended that you use the 10 in., 24-tooth blade provided with your saw. Additional blade styles of the same high quality are available for specific operations such as ripping. Your local dealer can provide you with complete information. WARNING: ...
Page 13 - TOOLS NEEDED
13 Fig. 4 TOOLS NEEDED WRENCH (2) 10 mm, 11 mm PHILLIPS SCREWDRIVER FRAMING SQUARE The following tools (not included) are needed for assembly and making adjustments: FLATHEAD SCREWDRIVER
Page 14 - LOOSE PARTS LIST
14 Fig. 5 Key No. Description Qty. LOOSE PARTS LIST 1 Blade Guard Assembly...................................................................................................................................... 1 2 Lock Nut .................................................................................
Page 15 - ASSEMBLY; MOUNTING HOLES
15 ASSEMBLY MOUNTING HOLES The table saw must be mounted to a firm supporting surface such as a workbench or leg stand (not included). Four bolt holes have been provided in the saw’s base for this purpose. Each of the four mounting holes should be bolted securely using3/8 in. machine bolts, lock was...
Page 16 - TO REMOVE/REPLACE THE THROAT PLATE
16 ASSEMBLY Fig. 7 THROAT PLATE Fig. 8 SCREW Fig. 9 LARGE WRENCH SMALL WRENCH SMALL WRENCH LARGE WRENCH HEX NUT INNER BLADE WASHER TO TIGHTEN ARBOR TO LOOSEN TO REMOVE/REPLACE THE THROAT PLATE See Figure 7. n Lower the blade by turning the height adjusting hand- wheel clockwise. n Loosen the screws ...
Page 17 - TO INSTALL BLADE GUARD ASSEMBLY
17 ASSEMBLY BLADE GUARD ASSEMBLY SOCKET HEAD BOLT EXTERNAL TOOTH LOCK WASHER FLAT WASHER INTERNAL TOOTH LOCK WASHER Fig. 11 FRAMING SQUARE If the spreader and saw blade are not in alignment, adjustment is needed. To adjust: n Unplug the saw then raise the blade guard assembly. n Loosen the socket he...
Page 18 - OPERATION; APPLICATIONS; CAUSES OF KICKBACK
18 OPERATION WARNING: Do not allow familiarity with tools to make you careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is suf-ficient to inflict serious injury. WARNING: Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operating power tools. Failure to do so could result in...
Page 19 - TYPES OF CUTS
19 OPERATION BEVEL RIP CUT RIP CUT CROSS CUT MITER CUT COMPOUND (BEVEL) MITER CUT BEVEL CROSS CUT 1 TYPES OF CUTS See Figure 13. There are six basic cuts: 1) the cross cut, 2) the rip cut, 3) the miter cut, 4) the bevel cross cut, 5) the bevel rip cut, and 6) the compound (bevel) miter cut. All othe...
Page 20 - FEATHERBOARD
20 Fig. 15 PUSH BLOCK “C” CLAMPS FEATHERBOARD PUSH STICK BEVEL LOCKING LEVER OPERATION Fig. 14 FEATHERBOARD A featherboard is a device used to help control the workpiece by guiding it securely against the table or rip fence. Featherboards are especially useful when ripping small workpieces and for c...
Page 21 - TO ADJUST THE BLADE DEPTH; TO ADJUST THE BEVEL INDICATOR
21 OPERATION SCREWDRIVER BEVEL INDICATOR SCREW Fig. 16 Fig. 17 GULLET TO ADJUST THE BLADE DEPTH See Figure 16. The blade depth should be set so that the outer tips of the blade are higher than the workpiece by approximately 1/8 in. to 1/4 in. but the lowest points (gullets) are below the top surface...
Page 22 - TO INSTALL THE RIP FENCE; TO USE THE MITER GAUGE
22 OPERATION WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, always make sure the rip fence is parallel to the blade before beginning any operation. TO INSTALL THE RIP FENCE See Figure 19. n Place the rear lip on the rear of the saw table and pull slightly toward the front of the unit. n Lower the front end ...
Page 23 - MAKING CUTS; TO MAKE A CROSS CUT
23 OPERATION MAKING CUTS The blade provided with the saw is a high-quality combi-nation blade suitable for ripping and cross cut operations. Carefully check all setups and rotate the blade one full revolution to assure proper clearance before connecting to a power source. WARNING: Do not use blades ...
Page 24 - TO MAKE A MITER CUT; TO MAKE A RIP CUT
24 OPERATION Fig. 24 Fig. 25 RIP CUT MITER CUT TO MAKE A MITER CUT See Figure 24. WARNING: Make sure the blade guard assembly is installed and working properly to avoid serious personal injury. n Remove the rip fence by depressing the lock and lifting the locking handle. n Turn the height adjusting ...
Page 25 - TO MAKE A BEVEL CROSS CUT; TO MAKE A BEVEL RIP CUT
25 OPERATION Fig. 26 Fig. 27 BEVEL CROSS CUT BEVEL RIP CUT TO MAKE A BEVEL CROSS CUT See Figure 26. WARNING: Make sure the blade guard assembly is installed and working properly to avoid serious personal injury. n Remove the rip fence by depressing the lock and lifting the locking handle. n Turn the...
Page 27 - TO MAKE A NON-THROUGH CUT
27 OPERATION NON-THROUGH CUT BLADE GUARD REMOVED TO MAKE A NON-THROUGH CUT See Figure 29. Non-through cuts can be made with the grain (ripping) or across the grain (cross cut). The use of a non-through cut is essential to cutting grooves and rabbets. DO NOT perform bevel non-through cuts on this mac...
Page 28 - TO MAKE DADO CUTS
28 n When mounting dado blades, make sure both the inner blade washer and outer blade washer are used. n Replace the throat plate with the optional Dado Throat Plate (#0131030330-35). When ordering parts, always give the model number. Call 1-800-525-2579 for assistance. WARNING: Always use push bloc...
Page 29 - ADJUSTMENTS; TO SET THE 90° POSITIVE STOP
29 ADJUSTMENTS TO SET THE 90° POSITIVE STOP See Figure 31. Make sure the saw is unplugged from the power source. Raise the blade to the maximum height by turning the height adjusting handwheel counterclockwise. Unlock the bevel locking lever.Next, push the height adjusting handwheel in toward the sa...
Page 30 - MAINTENANCE; TO REMOVE OR CHANGE THE BLADE
30 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, also wear a dus...
Page 31 - TROUBLESHOOTING; Problem Possible Cause Solution
31 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Cause Solution Excess Vibration. Rip fence does not operate smoothly. Cutting binds or burns work. Wood edges away from rip fence when ripping. Saw does not make accurate 90° or 45° bevel cuts. Saw does not make accurate 90° or 45° miter cuts. Blade makes poor cut...
Page 32 - OPERATOR’S MANUAL; • SERVICE; • MODEL NUMBER
983000-355 5 -23 -05 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 OPERATOR’S MANUAL 10 in. TABLE SAW BTS10 • SERVICE Now that you have purchased your tool, should a need ever exist for repai...
