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Ryobi JS550L Operator's Manual

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Your new jig saw has been engineered and manufactured to Ryobi's high standard for dependability, ease of operation, and
operator safety. When properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator's manual before using
this product.
Thank you for buying a Ryobi product.
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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
Orbital Scrolling
Jig Saw with Laser
JS550L

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  • Page 1 Your new jig saw has been engineered and manufactured to Ryobi’s high standard for dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety. When properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance. WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator's manual before using this product.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS n Introduction ... 2 n General Safety Rules...3-4 n Specific Safety Rules ... 4 n Symbols ...5-6 n Electrical... 7 n Features...8-9 n Unpacking ... 10 n Assembly... 10 n Operation...11-16 n Adjustments ...17-18 n Maintenance... 19 n Parts Ordering / Service ...

  • Page 3: General Safety Rules

    WARNING: Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below, may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WORK AREA n Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered benches and dark areas invite accidents. n Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust.

  • Page 4: Specific Safety Rules

    Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or serious personal injury. LASER GUIDE WARNINGS: The laser guide radiation used in the Ryobi jig saw is Class IIIa with maximum <5mW and 650nm wavelengths. These lasers do not normally present an optical hazard although staring at the beam may cause flash blindness.

  • Page 5: Symbols

    Some of the following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpreta- tion of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer. SYMBOL NAME Volts Amperes Hertz Watt Minutes Alternating Current Direct Current...

  • Page 6: Save These Instructions

    The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product. SYMBOL SIGNAL DANGER: WARNING: CAUTION: CAUTION: SERVICE Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge and should be performed only by a qualified service technician. For service we suggest you return the product to your nearest AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER for repair.

  • Page 7: Electrical

    DOUBLE INSULATION Double insulation is a concept in safety in electric power tools, which eliminates the need for the usual three-wire grounded power cord. All exposed metal parts are isolated from the internal metal motor components with protecting insulation. Double insulated tools do not need to be grounded. WARNING: The double insulated system is intended to protect the user from shock resulting from a break in the tool's in-...

  • Page 8: Features

    Maximum Cutting Depth in Wood... 3 in. Orbital Settings ... 4 Laser Guide... Class IIIa, <5mW max, 650 nm Net Weight... 6 lbs. VACUUM ATTACHMENT VARIABLE SPEED LOCK-ON BUTTON CONTROL SELECTOR TRIGGER SWITCH ORBITAL ADJUSTMENT KNOB WOOD CUTTING SAW BLADE Fig. 1...
  • Page 9 Four position orbital adjustment for fine to aggressive cut- ting. VACUUM ATTACHMENT / BLADE STORAGE A vacuum attachment is packed with your saw. Used in con- junction with a vacuum cleaner, it will yield the highest dust removal efficiency. It features a built-in blade storage area.

  • Page 10: Unpacking

    Holding the clamping lever up, insert the saw blade as far as possible into the slot in the saw bar. n Check to make sure the back of the saw blade is centered in the groove of the roller guide.

  • Page 11: Operation

    (depress and release trigger switch). Failure to comply could result in accidental starting and possible serious injury. Also, do not lock the trigger on jobs where the saw may need to be stopped suddenly. OPERATION...

  • Page 12: General Cutting

    Make sure the power cord is out of your way and not in the line of cut. Start your saw and move it forward on the work surface. Apply downward pressure to keep the saw steady and only enough forward pressure to keep the blade cutting.
  • Page 13 If the laser becomes misaligned after time refer to the "Adjustments" section. The jig saw is equipped with a laser guide to project a red line to show the cut path. n Pull the switch trigger slightly to engage the laser guide.
  • Page 14 SCROLL CUTTING See Figures 10, 11, and 12. The scroll cutting feature is designed to permit 360° rotation of the saw blade so that intricate designs may be cut with minimum effort. n Set the orbit adjustment to “0”. n Loosen the base locking lever as shown in figure 10.
  • Page 15 ANGLE CUTTING (BEVEL CUTTING) See Figures 13 and 14. Bevel cutting angles may be adjusted from 0° to 45° right or left. Angles for cuts from 0° to 45° in 15° increments are marked on a scale on both the left and right side of the base. An arrow under the motor assembly provides an indicator at each of the above mentioned 15°...

  • Page 16: Plunge Cutting

    Use only the 7 teeth per inch blade for this type of cut. METAL CUTTING NOTE: The jig saw has to be in the no-orbit mode to cut met- als and conduit. Set the orbital adjustment knob to "0".

  • Page 17: Adjustments

    See Figures 18 and 19. The base locking lever may need occasional adjustment. It may be necessary to tighten the lever. n Unplug the saw. n If attached, remove the vacuum attachment. n Remove the base plate screws and base plate by remov- ing the six base screws to expose the adjusting nut.
  • Page 18 Unplug the jig saw. WARNING: Failure to unplug your saw could result in accidental start- ing causing possible serious personal injury. n If the laser guide is on the right side of the line, turn the laser adjustment screw counter clockwise one half of a turn.

  • Page 19: Maintenance

    WARNING: When servicing use only identical Ryobi replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage. WARNING: Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields during power tool operation or when blowing dust.

  • Page 20: Parts Ordering / Service

    Ryobi Authorized Service Center. Be sure to provide all pertinent facts when you call or visit. Please call 1-800-525-2579 for your nearest Ryobi Authorized Service Center. You can also check our web site at www.ryobitools.com for a complete list of Authorized Service Centers.

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