Maintenance – Ryobi BTS15 User Manual

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GENERAL MAINTENANCE

WARNING:

Always begin by disconnecting the power supply.

Periodically check all clamps, nuts, bolts, screws, and
belts for tightness and condition. Make sure the throat
plate is in good condition and in position.

Check the blade guard assembly.

To maintain the table surfaces, fence, and rails, periodically
apply paste wax to them and buff to provide smooth
functioning.

Protect the blade by cleaning out sawdust from underneath
the table and in the blade teeth. Use a resin solvent on the
blade teeth.

Clean plastic parts only with a soft damp cloth. DO
NOT
use any aerosol or petroleum solvents.

LUBRICATION

This saw has been lubricated at the factory prior to shipment.
Following extended use, you should inspect and lubricate
the following areas to assure smooth operation.

TILT / ELEVATING MECHANISM

Add dry lube between the handle shaft and the bore of the
clamping bolt.

Add dry lube between the face of the clamping bolt and the
face of the handle shaft.

Add dry lube on the inner surfaces of the bevel locking
lever which contacts the cam.

BLADE AND BLADE WRENCH STORAGE

See Figure 48.

Your table saw has a convenient storage area specifically
designed for holding blades and blade wrenches. Remove
the knob and slide the blade and blade wrenches over the
bolt. Retighten the knob.

MITER FENCE AND RIP FENCE STORAGE

See Figure 49.

Your table saw has a convenient storage area specifically
designed for your miter fence and rip fence. Simply snap the
fence in place to hold it securely.

MAINTENANCE

Fig. 48

Fig. 49

MITER FENCE

STORAGE

RIP FENCE

STORAGE

BLADE

KNOB

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