Important Safety Instructions For Circular Saws - Ryobi CW-1801/165 Operator's Manual

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• DO NOT PLACE BATTERY-OPERATED TOOLS OR THEIR BATTERIES NEAR FIRE OR A HEAT SOURCE. They
may explode.
• DO NOT CHARGE A BATTERY-OPERATED TOOL IN A DAMP OR WET LOCATION.
• Your battery-operated tool should be charged in a location where the temperature is between 50°F (10°C) and 104°F
(40°C)
• Under extreme usage or temperature conditions, battery leakage may occur. If the battery liquid comes into contact with
your skin, wash immediately with soap and water, then neutralise with lemon juice or vinegar. If the liquid gets in your
eyes, flush them out with clean water for at least 10 minutes, then seek immediate advice from a doctor or the emergency
services.
• When carrying your battery-operated tool, make sure it is not running and your finger is not on the switch. Avoid
unintentional starting.
• SECURE YOUR WORKPIECE PROPERLY before starting your tool. NEVER hold the workpiece in your hand or between
your legs.
• FOR MAINTENANCE PURPOSES, USE ONLY IDENTICAL REPLACEMENT PARTS.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR CIRCULAR SAWS

• MAKE SURE THAT BLADE GUARDS ARE ALWAYS IN PLACE AND IN PROPER WORKING ORDER. Never wedge
or tie the lower blade guard open. Before you use your tool, always check that the lower blade guard is operating
properly. Do not use it if the lower blade guard does not close briskly over the saw blade.
WARNING:
If the saw is dropped, the lower blade guard or riving knife may get twisted, restricting full return. If the lower blade
guard or riving knife becomes twisted or damaged, replace it before using the tool.
• Ensure that the riving knife is adjusted so that:
- the distance between the riving knife and the teeth of the saw blade is under 5 mm
- the teeth do not extend more than 5 mm beyond the lower edge of the riving knife. (See Figure 3a.)
• KEEP BLADES CLEAN AND SHARP. Sharp blades minimise stalling and kickback.
• KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM THE CUTTING AREA. Keep hands away from the blade. Do not reach underneath the
workpiece while the blade is rotating. Do not attempt to remove cut material when the blade is moving.
WARNING:
Blades coast for a little while after turn off.
• USE A RIP FENCE. Always use a fence or straight edge guide when ripping.
• SUPPORT LARGE PANELS. To minimise the risk of blade pinching or kickback, always support large panels as shown
in Figure 9. When the cutting operation requires the resting of the saw on the workpiece, the saw should be rested on
the larger portion and the smaller piece cut off.
WARNING:
If the lower blade guard must be raised to make a cut, always raise it with the retracting handle to avoid serious injury.
• GUARD AGAINST KICKBACK. Kickback occurs when the saw jams up suddenly and is then driven back towards the
operator. Release the switch immediately if the blade binds or if the saw jams up. Do not remove the saw from the
workpiece while the blade is moving.
• BEFORE MAKING A CUT, MAKE SURE THE DEPTH AND BEVEL ADJUSTMENT KNOBS ARE TIGHTLY SCREWED ON.
• USE ONLY CORRECT BLADES. Do not use blades with incorrect size bore holes. Never use blade washers or bolts
that are defective or incorrectly adjusted. The maximum blade diameter is 165 mm and the thickness of the teeth must
not exceed 1.5 mm.
• Do not use blades which are damaged or deformed.
• Do not use blades made of high speed steel.
• Do not use blades which do not comply with the specifications given in this manual.
• Do not stop the blade by lateral pressure on the disc.
• Ensure that the moving guards operate freely without jamming.
• Do not lock the moving guards in the open position.
• Ensure that all parts of the retraction mechanism on the guard system operate correctly.
• Remove the battery pack before replacing the blade, making adjustments, or other maintenance work.
• Using manufacturer data
- ensure that the diameter, thickness and other characteristics of the saw blade are suitable for the tool
- ensure that the saw blade is suitable for the spindle speed of the tool.
Do not use saw blades with a thicker body or smaller tooth set than the thickness of the riving knife.
• NEVER touch the blade or other moving parts during use.
• NEVER start the saw when its blade is touching the workpiece.
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