Ryobi BT3000 - Manual (Page 16)

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OPERATION
A. GENERAL INFORMATION
GROUNDING
The saw’s three-prong plug must be plugged into a matching
outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance
with all local codes and ordinances. Improper connection of
the equipment can result in electric shock. Check with an
electrician or service personnel if you are unsure about
proper grounding. Do not modify the plug; if it will not fit the
outlet, have the correct outlet installed by a qualified electri-
cian.
WARNING:
If an extension cord is used, make sure it is a grounded/
three-prong plug and is adequate to prevent excessive
voltage loss. See Extension Cord Caution on page 38.
WARNING:
The saw's motor cord must only be plugged into the
receptacle provided on the saw which is controlled by the
saw's master switch.
See Figure 17. Never plug the motor
cord directly into an extension cord as this will prevent the
ability to switch the saw OFF.
TYPES OF CUTS
There are six basic types of cuts: the straight cross cut, the
miter cut, the rip cut, the bevel cross cut, the bevel rip cut, and
the bevel miter cut (compound miter cut). All other cuts are
of these basic six. Operating procedures for making each
kind of cut are given later in this section.
WARNING:
Always make sure the blade guard and anti-kickback
pawls are in place and working properly when making
these cuts to avoid possible injury.
Cross cuts are straight, 90 degree cuts made across the
grain of the workpiece. The wood is fed into the cut at a 90
degree angle to the blade and the blade is vertical.
See
Figures 18 and 36.
MOTOR
CORD
CUT ACROSS THE GRAIN,
ON ANGLED WORKPIECE,
WITH BLADE VERTICAL
CUT ACROSS THE GRAIN,
ON A STRAIGHT WORKPIECE,
WITH BLADE VERTICAL
Figure 19: Miter Cut
Figure 18: Cross Cut
Figure 17: Motor Cord
POWER
CORD
Figure 16: Three-Prong Safety Plug
SAW RECEPTACLE
COVER OF GROUNDED
OUTLET BOX
GROUNDING
PIN