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Ryobi P501 Operator's Manual

5-1/2 in., 18 volt circular saw
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Your circular 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.
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
5-1/2 in., 18 VOLT

CIRCULAR SAW

P501
BATTERIES AND CHARGERS
SOLD SEPARATELY

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  • Page 1: Circular Saw

    Your circular 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

    n Introduction ... 2 n General Safety Rules ... 3 n Specific Safety Rules... 4-5 n Safety Rules for Charger ... 6 n Symbols... 7-8 n Features... 9-10 n Assembly ... 10-11 n Operation... 12-20 n Adjustments... 21 n Maintenance ... 22 n Accessories ...

  • Page 3: General Safety Rules

    Use of any other batteries may create a risk of fire. n Use battery only with charger listed. MODEL BATTERY PACK (P100) CHARGER (P110) P501 130255004 or 130224028 n Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord to carry the charger.

  • Page 4: Specific Safety Rules

    Maintain a firm grip with both hands on the saw and position your body and arm to allow you to resist KICKBACK forces. KICKBACK forces can be controlled by the operator, if proper precautions are taken.
  • Page 5 n Support large panels to minimize the risk of blade pinching and KICKBACK. Large panels tend to sag under their own weight. Supports must be placed under the panel on both sides, near the line of cut and near the edge of the panel.

  • Page 6: Safety Rules For Charger

    SAFETY RULES FOR CHARGER WARNING! READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS. Failure to follow all instructions listed below, may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury. n Before using battery charger, read all instructions and cautionary markings in this manual, on battery charger, battery, and product using battery to prevent misuse of the products and possible injury or damage.

  • Page 7: 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 8: 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 9: 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. BLADE WRENCH (5 mm HEX KEY) BLADE WRENCH DEPTH STORAGE AREA ADJUSTMENT KNOB BEVEL ADJUSTMENT KNOB WIDTH OF CUT SCALE FEATURES Cutting Depth at 45°...

  • Page 10: Assembly

    SPINDLE LOCK The spindle lock allows you to secure the blade when turn- ing the blade screw. NOTE: Do not run the circular saw with spindle lock en- gaged. BLADE WRENCH STORAGE Convenient wrench storage for quick blade changes.

  • Page 12: Operation

    NOTE: If the charger does not charge the battery pack under normal circumstances, return both the battery pack and charger to your nearest Ryobi Authorized Service Center for electrical check. n Charge the battery pack only with a recommended char- ger.
  • Page 13 LED. After 30 minutes, reinsert the battery pack in the charger. If the green LED continues to remain on, return battery pack to your nearest Ryobi Authorized Service Center for checking or replacing. NOTE: This situation only occurs when continuous use of the tool causes the batteries to become hot.
  • Page 14 Use steady, even pressure when making a cut. Never force a cut. n Do not cut warped or wet lumber. n Hold the saw firmly with both hands and keep your body in a balanced position so as to resist the forces if kickback should occur.
  • Page 15 SAW BLADES The best of saw blades will not cut efficiently if they are not kept clean, sharp, and properly set. Using a dull blade will place a heavy load on the saw and increase the danger of kickback. Keep extra blades on hand, so that sharp blades are always available.
  • Page 16 Locate the depth of cut scale on the back of the upper blade guard. n Hold the base flat against the workpiece and raise or lower the saw until the indicator mark on bracket aligns with the notch on the blade guard. n Tighten the depth adjustment knob securely.
  • Page 17 OPERATING THE SAW See Figures 13 - 15. It is important to understand the correct method for operat- ing the saw. Refer to the figures in this section to learn the correct and incorrect ways for handling the saw. WARNING: To make sawing easier and safer, always maintain proper control of the saw.
  • Page 18 Secure the workpiece. n Clamp a straight edge to the workpiece using C-clamps. n Saw along the straight edge to achieve a straight rip cut. NOTE: Do not bind the blade in the cut. WIDTH OF CUT SCALE See Figure 18.

  • Page 19: Bevel Cutting

    ADJUSTING THE BEVEL SETTING See Figure 20. n Loosen the bevel adjustment knob. n Raise the motor housing end of the saw until you reach the desired angle setting on the bevel scale. n Tighten the bevel adjustment knob securely.

  • Page 20: Pocket Cutting

    WARNING: Always adjust bevel setting to zero before making a pocket cut. Attempting a pocket cut at any other setting can result in loss of control of the saw possibly causing serious injury. n Adjust the bevel setting to zero.

  • Page 21: Adjustments

    POSITIVE 0° BEVEL STOP See Figure 24. The saw has a positive 0° bevel stop that has been factory adjusted to assure 0° angle of the saw blade when making 90° cuts. CHECKING POSITIVE 0° BEVEL STOP n Place the saw in an upside down position on a work- bench.

  • Page 22: Maintenance

    Only the parts shown on the parts list are intended to be repaired or replaced by the customer. All other parts should be replaced at a Ryobi Authorized Service Center. The following recommended accessories are currently available at retail stores: n 5-1/2 in.
  • Page 23 NOTES...

  • Page 24: 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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