Ryobi P501 - Manual (Page 7)

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FEATURES
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Motor ..................................................................18 Volt DC
Blade Diameter ...................................................... 5-1/2 in.
Blade Arbor ...............................................................3/8 in. Cutting Depth at 0° .............................................. 1-9/16 in.
Cutting Depth at 45° .............................................. 1-1/8 in.
No Load Speed .....................................4,200 r/min. (RPM)
KNOW YOUR CIRCULAR SAW
See Figure 1, page 14 .
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.
SWITCH TRIGGER
The saw has a conveniently located switch trigger on the
underside of the handle.
SPINDLE LOCK
The spindle lock allows you to secure the blade when turn-
ing the blade screw.
BLADE WRENCH STORAGE
Convenient wrench storage for quick blade changes.
LOCK-OFF BUTTON
The lock-off button reduces the possibility of accidental
starting.
BEVEL ADJUSTMENT KNOB
The bevel adjustment feature allows you to make bevel cuts
of 45° and 90º.
WIDTH OF CUT SCALE
When making straight cross cuts or rip cuts, the scale can
be used to measure up to four inches to the right side of
the blade. It can be used to measure up to one inch to the
left side of the blade.
WARNING:
If any parts are damaged or missing do not operate this
product until the parts are replaced. Use of this product
with damaged or missing parts could result in serious
personal injury.
WARNING:
Do not attempt to modify this tool or create accesso-
ries not recommended for use with this tool. Any such
alteration or modification is misuse and could result in a
hazardous condition leading to possible serious personal
injury.
WARNING:
To prevent accidental starting that could cause serious
personal injury, always remove the battery pack from the
product when assembling parts.
ASSEMBLY
UNPACKING
This product requires assembly.

Carefully remove the tool and any accessories from the
box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are
included.
WARNING:
Do not use this product if it is not completely assembled
or if any parts appear to be missing or damaged. Use of
a product that is not properly and completely assembled
could result in serious personal injury.
 Inspect the tool carefully to make sure no breakage or
damage occurred during shipping.
 Do not discard the packing material until you have care-
fully inspected and satisfactorily operated the tool.
 If any parts are damaged or missing, please call
1-800-525-2579 for assistance.
PACKING LIST
Circular Saw
5-1/2 in. Blade
Blade Wrench
Operator’s Manual