Ryobi TS1553 - Manual (Page 10)

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FEATURES
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KNOW yOUR COMPOUND MITER SAW
See Figure 1.
The safe use of this product requires an understanding of
the information on the tool and in this operator’s manual as
well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting. Before
use of this product, familiarize yourself with all operating
features and safety rules.
15 AMP MOTOR
The saw has a powerful 15 amp motor with sufficient power to
handle tough cutting jobs. It is made with all ball bearings, and
has externally accessible brushes for ease of servicing.
12 in. BLADE
A 12 in. blade is included with the compound miter saw. It
will cut materials up to 4 in. thick or 7-7/8 in. wide, depending
upon the angle at which the cut is being made.
BLADE WRENCH STORAGE
See Figure 1.
A blade wrench is packed with the saw. One end of the wrench
is a phillips screwdriver and the other end is a hex key. Use
the hex key end when installing or removing blade and the
phillips end when removing or loosening screws. A storage
area for the blade wrench is located in the saw’s base.
CARRyING HANDLE
See Figure 2.
For convenience when carrying or transporting the miter
saw from one place to another, a carrying handle has been
provided on top of the saw arm. To transport, turn off and
unplug the saw, then lower the saw arm and lock it in the
down position. Lock saw arm by depressing the lock pin.
MITER LOCK HANDLE
See Figure 2.
The miter lock handle securely locks the saw at desired
miter angles.
SPINDLE LOCK BUTTON
See Figure 3.
The spindle lock button locks the spindle stopping the
blade from rotating. Depress and hold the lock button while
installing, changing, or removing blade.
SWITCH TRIGGER
See Figure 4.
To prevent unauthorized use of the compound miter saw,
disconnect it from the power supply and lock the switch in
the off position. To lock the switch, install a padlock (not
included) through the hole in the switch trigger. A lock with
a long shackle up to 9/32 in. diameter may be used. When
the lock is installed and locked, the switch is inoperable.
Store the padlock key in another location.
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