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Ryobi OJ1802 Operator's Manual

Orbital jig saw 18 volt
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This new orbital jig saw has been engineered and manufactured to Ryobi's high standard for dependability, ease of
operation, and operator safety. When properly cared for, the saw 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 JIG SAW
18 VOLT
OJ1802

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  • Page 1 This new orbital jig saw has been engineered and manufactured to Ryobi's high standard for dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety. When properly cared for, the saw 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

    Operation ... 13-15 Maintenance ... 16 Customer Service Information ... 18 This orbital jig saw has many features for making the use of this product more pleasant and enjoyable. Safety, performance, and dependability have been given top priority in the design of this product making it easy to maintain and operate.

  • Page 3: General Safety Rules

    GENERAL SAFETY RULES WARNING: Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below, may result in elec- tric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WORK AREA Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered benches and dark areas invite accidents.

  • Page 4: Specific Safety Rules

    GENERAL SAFETY RULES SERVICE Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel. Service or maintenance per- formed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury. SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation where the cutting tool may contact hidden wiring.

  • Page 5: Important Safety Instructions For Charger

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR CHARGER WARNING: Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below, may result in elec- tric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury. Never use a battery that has been dropped or received a sharp blow. A damaged battery is subject to explosion.

  • Page 6: Symbols

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

  • Page 7: Specifications

    If any parts are damaged or missing, please call 1-800-525-2579 for assistance. You may use the orbital jig saw for the purposes listed below: Cutting wood surfaces. Cutting thin sheet metal. Cutting plastics and laminatess.

  • Page 8: Features

    By doing this you will get a smoother, faster cut and prolong blade life. Replacement blades for this saw are available from your nearest Ryobi dealer. Ryobi recommends the use of T-shank style blades.
  • Page 9 FEATURES TRIGGER SWITCH LOCK-OFF BUTTON BATTERY PACK BLADE STORAGE AREA TOOL-LESS BLADE CLAMP ORBITAL ADJUSTMENT KNOB SAW BLADE Fig. 1...

  • Page 10: Adjustments

    Convenient feature on your saw is blade storage compartment. As shown in figure 2, the blade storage compartment is located on the back of your saw. This is convenient for storing extra blades and storing blades when not in use.

  • Page 11: Operation

    BATTERIES for normal recharging of batteries. If the charger does not charge your battery pack under normal circumstances, return both the battery pack and charger/ charging assembly to your nearest Ryobi Authorized Service Center for electrical check. GREEN LIGHT "ON"...
  • Page 12 INSTALLING THE BATTERY PACK See Figure 13. Follow these steps to install the battery pack. Lock the trigger switch by placing the rotation selector in the center position. Place the battery pack on the tool. Make sure the latches on each side of the battery pack snap into place and the battery pack is secured on the tool before beginning operation.
  • Page 13 GENERAL CUTTING See Figure 4. Rest the front of the saw base on the workpiece and align cutting edge of the blade with the line on your workpiece. 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 14 Mark the line of cut clearly on the workpiece. Set the cutting angle at 0°. Tilt your saw forward so that it rests on the front edge of the base and blade will not come in contact with the workpiece when the saw is turned on.
  • Page 15 It can be used for making crosscuts and rip cuts. Remove battery pack. Insert the arm through the two slots in the base of your saw as shown in Figure 10. Adjust edge guide to the desired width and lock in place with the edge guide screw.

  • Page 16: Maintenance

    WARNING: When servicing use only identical Ryobi replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage. WARNING: The tool should never be connected to a power supply when you are assembling parts, making adjustments, cleaning, performing maintenance, or when the tool is not in use.
  • Page 17 NOTES...

  • Page 18: Customer Service Information

    CUSTOMER SERVICE INFORMATION For parts or service, contact your nearest Ryobi authorized service center. Be sure to provide all relevant information when you call or visit. For the location of the authorized service center nearest you, please call 1-800-525-2579 or visit us online at www.ryobitools.com.

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