Ryobi TS1550 - Manual (Page 8)

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Before using the miter saw, familiarize yourself with all
operating features and safety requirements. However,
do not let familiarity with the tool make you careless.
WARNING:
Exercise caution when using the miter saw. Care-
less actions, for even a fraction of a second, can
result in serious personal injury.
SWITCH
The miter saw has a conveniently located trigger switch.
TRIGGER LOCK
The trigger switch features a lockable latch that allows
you to attach a padlock to prevent unauthorized use.
MOTOR
Your saw has a powerful 15 amp motor with sufficient
power to handle tough cutting jobs. It is made with all ball
bearings.
BLADE
A 12 in. (305 mm) saw blade is included with your
compound miter saw. It will cut materials up to 7-7/8 in.
(200 mm) wide, depending upon the thickness of the
material and the settings at which the cut is being made.
Refer to the table below for cutting capacity details.
Miter Angle Bevel Angle Cutting Capacity
0° 0° 7-7/8 in. x 2-1/2 in.
(200 mm x 63.5 mm)
45° 0° 5-1/2 in. x 2-1/2 in.
(140 mm x 63.5 mm)
0° 45° 7-7/8 in. x 1-3/4 in.
(200 mm x 44.5 mm)
45° 45° 5 in. x 1-3/4 in
(127 mm x 44.5 mm)
CARRYING HANDLE
The saw includes a handle on top of the saw arm that
allows you to easily transport the miter saw.
MITER LOCK HANDLE
The miter lock handle securely locks the saw at desired
miter angles.
SPINDLE LOCK BUTTON
The spindle lock button allows you to lock the spindle,
which keeps the blade in the saw from rotating.
POSITIVE STOPS
The saw contains positive stops at 0°, 15°, 22-1/2°, 30°,
and 45° on both the left and right side of the miter table.
FEATURES
BEVEL LOCK KNOB
The bevel lock knob securely locks your compound miter
saw at desired bevel angles. Positive stop adjustment
screws are included on each side of the saw arm, which
allow you to make fine adjustments at 0° and 45°.
ELECTRIC BRAKE
The electric brake allows you to quickly stop the blade
rotation after you release the switch.
FENCE
The fence secures the workpiece when making cuts.
The fence contains a built-in measuring scale to assist
you in making crosscuts.
LOWER BLADE GUARD
The self-retracting lower blade guard is made of shock-
resistant, clear plastic that provides protection from
each side of the blade. It retracts over the upper blade
guard as you lower the saw into the workpiece.
BLADE WRENCH STORAGE
The saw has a convenient blade wrench storage in the
base.
MOUNTING HOLES
Four bolt holes are located in the saw base that allow you
to permanently mount the saw to a firm supporting
surface.
WARNING:
Always make sure the compound miter saw is se-
curely mounted to a workbench or an approved work
stand. Failure to do so could result in an accident
resulting in possible serious personal injury.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
Your tool has a precision built electric motor. It should
be connected to a power supply that is 120 volts, 60
Hz, AC only (normal household current). Do not
operate this tool on direct current (DC). A substantial
voltage drop will cause a loss of power and the motor will
overheat. If your tool does not operate when plugged
into an outlet, double-check the power supply.