Ryobi P521 - Manual (Page 11)

11 - English
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 13, page 14.
The laser can be realigned by adjusting the two screws located
in the front of the saw. The top screw moves the laser beam
laterally from left to right. The bottom screw moves the laser
beam in a rotational direction.
ADJUSTMENTS
NOTE: Draw a pencil line on scrap workpiece parallel to the
long edge of the base as a straight line guide to aid in the
adjusting process.

Remove the blade from the saw.
 Turn laser on.
 Rest base of saw on scrap workpiece.

Adjust screws as necessary.
 Since blade thicknesses vary, always make a trial cut in
scrap workpiece to ensure an accurate cut.
 Check for proper alignment.
 Repeat as necessary until laser is aligned.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING:
When servicing, use only identical replacement parts.
Use of any other parts can create a hazard or cause
product damage.
WARNING:
Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to
comply with ANSI Z87.1. Failure to do so could result in
objects being thrown into your eyes resulting in possible
serious injury.
WARNING:
To avoid serious personal injury, always remove the
battery pack from the product when cleaning or
performing any maintenance.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most
plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of
commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use
clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc.
WARNING:
Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-
based products, penetrating oils, etc., come in contact
with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken or
destroy plastic which can result in serious personal injury.
BATTERY PACK REMOVAL AND PREPARATION
FOR RECYCLING
WARNING:
Upon removal, cover the battery pack’s terminals with
heavy-duty adhesive tape. Do not attempt to destroy or
disassemble battery pack or remove any of its compo-
nents. Lithium-ion and nickel-cadmium batteries must
be recycled or disposed of properly. Also, never touch
both terminals with metal objects and/or body parts as
short circuit may result. Keep away from children. Failure
to comply with these warnings could result in fire and/
or serious injury.
ACCESSORIES
Look for these accessories where you purchased this product or call 1-800-525-2579:
 Edge Guide Kit ..................................................................................................................................................... 4640051
WARNING:
Current attachments and accessories available for use with this product are listed above. Do not use any attachments
or accessories not recommended by the manufacturer of this product. The use of attachments or accessories not
recommended can result in serious personal injury.
NOTE: FIGURES (ILLUSTRATIONS) START ON PAGE 12
AFTER FRENCH AND SPANISH LANGUAGE SECTIONS.