Ryobi BTS20R-1 - Manual (Page 11)

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FEATURES
KNOW YOUR TABLE SAW
See Figure 2.
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.
ANTI-KICKBACK PAWLS - Kickback is a hazard in which the
workpiece is thrown back toward the operator. The toothed
pawls are designed to snag the workpiece to prevent or
reduce injury should kickback occur.
BEVEL HANDWHEEL - Use this handwheel to set the angle
of the blade for bevel cuts. It is located on the side of the
cabinet.
BEVEL LOCKING LEVER - This lever locks the angle set-
ting of the blade. Be sure the lever is unlocked before tilting
the blade. If it is not unlocked, it may jam and bend the
locking bolt.
BEVEL SCALE - The easy-to-read scale on the front of the
tool shows the exact blade angle.
BLADE - For maximum performance, it is recommended
that you use the 36-tooth, 10 in. carbide tipped combination
blade provided with your saw. Additional blade styles of the
same high quality are available for specific operations such
as ripping. Your local dealer can provide you with complete
information.
WARNING:
Do not use blades rated less than the speed of this tool.
Failure to heed this warning could result in personal
injury.
BLADE GUARD - Always keep the guard down over the
blade for through-sawing cuts.
HEIGHT ADJUSTING HANDWHEEL - Use this handwheel
to lower and raise the blade for adjustments or replacement.
It is located on the front of the cabinet.
MITER GAUGE - This miter gauge aligns the wood for a
crosscut. The easy-to-read indicator shows the exact angle
for a miter cut, with positive stops at 90° and 45°.
RIP FENCE - A sturdy metal fence guides the workpiece
and is secured with the locking lever. Grooves run along the
top and sides of the rip fence for use with clamps and jigs.
RIP FENCE LOCKING LEVER - The lever on the front of the
rip fence releases the rip fence or locks it in place.
SCALE - Found on the front rail, the easy-to-read scale
provides precise measurements.
SPREADER - A metal piece, slightly thinner than the saw blade
which helps keep the kerf open and prevent kickback.
SWITCH ASSEMBLY - This saw has an easy access power
switch located below the front rail. To lock the switch in the
OFF position, remove the switch key from the switch. Place
the key in a location that is inaccessible to children and oth-
ers not qualified to use the tool.