Ryobi P520 - Manual (Page 15)

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OPERATION
Fig. 9
Fig. 10
BASE
EDGE GUIDE
SCREW
SCALE
BASE
BASE PIVOT
SCREW
SPLINTER-FREE CUTTING
See Figure 12.
The base of the jig saw has a narrow slot to permit splinter-
free cutting. It is especially useful when cutting plywood. This
feature should only be used when making straight cuts or
circle cuts. It is not for bevel cutting or plunge cutting.
NOTE: The non-orbital setting also helps reduce splintering
when cutting plywood.
POSITIONING THE BASE IN THE SPLINTER-
FREE CUTTING POSITION
n Remove battery pack
n Using the 1/8 in. hex key provided, loosen base pivot
screws and slide base forward.
n Always set the cutting angle at 0° for splinter-free cutting.
To set cutting angle at 0°, align the 0° mark on the scale
with the edge of the motor housing.
NOTE: When setting angle at 0° for splinter-free cutting,
the positive stop notches on the rear of the base are not
used.
n Tighten base pivot screws securely.
n Remove hex key and return it to the blade storage com-
partment.
n Replace battery pack.
OPTIONAL EDGE GUIDE
See Figure 13.
An optional edge guide is available for use with the saw. It
can be used for making crosscuts and rip cuts.
Remove battery pack. Insert the arm through the two slots
in the base of the saw as shown. Adjust edge guide to the
desired width and lock in place with the edge guide screw.