Ryobi Bts15 Owner S Manual BTS15_290_p1_8_eng

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OPERATOR'S MANUAL

10 in. (254 mm) TABLE SAW

BTS15

SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

Your new Table Saw has been engineered and manufactured to Ryobi's high standards for dependability, ease of operation,

and operator safety. 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 Table Saw.

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Rules for Safe Operation ........................................ 3-6

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Electrical ..................................................................... 7

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Glossary of Terms ...................................................... 8

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Unpacking and Tools Needed ................................... 9

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Loose Parts List .................................................. 10-11

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Features ............................................................... 12-14

Operating Components .............................................. 13

Power Switch ............................................................. 13

To Turn Your Saw On ................................................ 13

To Turn Your Saw Off ................................................ 13

To Lock Your Saw ...................................................... 13

Blades ........................................................................ 14

Product Specifications ................................................ 14

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Assembly ............................................................. 15-17

Assembling Leg Stand ............................................... 15

Assembling Storage Brackets .................................... 15

To Install Rip Fence ................................................... 16

To Install Miter Table .................................................. 16

To Lock Miter Fence .................................................. 16

Blade and Guard Assembly

To Check Saw Blade Installation ........................... 17

To Install Blade Guard Assembly .......................... 17

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Operation ............................................................. 18-26

Basic Operation .......................................................... 18

Causes of Kickback and Avoiding Kickback .............. 18

Cutting Aids ................................................................ 18

Featherboard

How to Make a Featherboard ................................ 19

How to Mount a Featherboard ............................... 19

Types of Cuts ............................................................. 20

To Adjust the Blade Depth ......................................... 21

TABLE OF CONTENTS

To Adjust the Blade Angle .......................................... 21

To Set the Scale to the Blade .................................... 21

To Use the Outfeed Support ...................................... 22

To Use the Solid Table Extension .............................. 22

Making Cuts .......................................................... 21-26

To Make a Cross Cut ............................................ 22

To Make a Miter Cut .............................................. 23

To Make a Straight Rip Cut ................................... 23

To Make a Bevel Cross Cut .................................. 24

To Make a Bevel Rip Cut ...................................... 24

To Make a Compound Miter Cut ........................... 25

To Make Non-Through Cuts .................................. 25

To Make Dado Cuts .............................................. 26

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Adjustments ........................................................ 27-34

Removing/Replacing the Throat Plate ....................... 27

To Check the Alignment of the Rip Fence

to the Blade ........................................................... 27

To Remove the Blade ................................................ 28

Aligning Spreader with the Blade ............................... 29

To Set Blade at 0° or 45°............................................. 30

To Adjust Sliding Miter Table Assembly ................ 31-34

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Maintenance ............................................................. 35

General Maintenance ................................................. 35

Lubrication .................................................................. 35

Tilt/Elevating Mechanism ........................................... 35

Blade and Blade Wrench Storage .............................. 35

Miter Fence and Rip Fence Storage .......................... 35

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Troubleshooting ....................................................... 36

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Parts Ordering / Service .......................................... 38

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IMPORTANT

Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge and should

be performed only by a qualified service technician. For

service we suggest you return the tool to your nearest Ryobi

AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER for repair. When servic-

ing, use only identical Ryobi replacement parts.

WARNING:

Observe all normal safety precautions related to avoiding

electrical shock.

Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions.

It means attention!!! Your safety is involved.

WARNING:

RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

The operation of any power tool can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes, which

can result in severe eye damage. Before beginning tool operation, always wear safety goggles or

safety glasses with side shields and a full face shield when needed. We recommend Wide Vision

Safety Mask for use over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with side shields. Always wear eye

protection which is marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1.

WARNING:

Do not attempt to use the tool until you read thoroughly

and understand completely the operator’s manual. Pay

close attention to the safety rules, including Dangers,

Warnings, and Cautions. If you use this tool properly and

only for what it is intended, you will enjoy years of safe,

reliable service.

The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols, and the

explanations with them, deserve your careful attention and understanding. The safety warnings do not by themselves

eliminate any danger. The instructions or warnings they give are not substitutes for proper accident prevention

measures.

Symbol Meaning

DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or

serious injury.

WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in serious

injury.

CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or

moderate injury. It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices that may cause property damage.

NOTE: Advises you of information or instructions vital to the operation or maintenance of the equipment.

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Safe operation of this power tool requires that you read and

understand this operator's manual and all labels affixed to

the tool. Safety is a combination of common sense, staying

alert, and knowing how your table saw works.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS

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KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL. Read the operator's

manual carefully. Learn the saw's applications and

limitations as well as the specific potential hazards related

to this tool.



GUARD AGAINST ELECTRICAL SHOCK BY

PREVENTING BODY CONTACT WITH GROUNDED

SURFACES. For example; pipes, radiators, ranges,

refrigerator enclosures.

KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working order. Never

operate the tool with any guard or cover removed. Make

sure all guards are operating properly before each use.

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REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form

habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches

are removed from tool before turning it on.

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KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and

benches invite accidents. DO NOT leave tools or pieces

of wood on the saw while it is in operation.

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AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Don't use power

tools in damp or wet locations or expose to rain. Keep

work area well lit.

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KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS AWAY. All visitors

should wear safety glasses and be kept a safe distance

from work area. Do not let visitors contact tool or extension

cord while operating.



MAKE WORKSHOP CHILDPROOF with padlocks or

master switches, or by removing starter keys.

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DON'T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better and safer

at the feed rate for which it was designed.

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USE RIGHT TOOL. Don't force tool or attachment to do

a job it was not designed for. Don't use it for a purpose not

intended.

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MAKE SURE YOUR EXTENSION CORD IS IN GOOD

CONDITION. When using an extension cord, be sure to

use one heavy enough to carry the current your product

will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line

voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. A wire

gage size (A.W.G.) of at least 14 is recommended for an

extension cord 25 feet or less in length. If in doubt, use the

next heavier gage. The smaller the gage number, the

heavier the cord.

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DRESS PROPERLY. Do not wear loose clothing, gloves,

neckties, or jewelry. They can get caught and draw you

into moving parts. Rubber gloves and nonskid footwear

are recommended when working outdoors. Also wear

protective hair covering to contain long hair.



ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES WITH SIDE

SHIELDS. Everyday eyeglasses have only impact-

resistant lenses; they are NOT safety glasses.

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SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work when

practical. It's safer than using your hand and frees both

hands to operate tool.



DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance

at all times.

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MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and

clean for better and safer performance. Follow instructions

for lubricating and changing accessories.

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DISCONNECT TOOLS. When not in use, before servicing,

or when changing attachments, blades, bits, cutters, etc.,

all tools should be disconnected.



AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. Be sure switch is off

when plugging in.



USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. The use of

improper accessories may cause risk of injury.

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NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could occur if

the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is unintentionally

contacted.

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CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the

tool, a guard or other part that is damaged should be

carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly

and perform its intended function. Check for alignment of

moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts,

mounting and any other conditions that may affect its

operation. A guard or other part that is damaged must be

properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service

center to avoid risk of personal injury.

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USE THE RIGHT DIRECTION OF FEED. Feed work into

a blade or cutter against the direction of rotation of blade

or cutter only.

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NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED. TURN

POWER OFF. Don't leave tool until it comes to a complete

stop.

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PROTECT YOUR LUNGS. Wear a face or dust mask if

the cutting operation is dusty.



PROTECT YOUR HEARING. Wear hearing protection

during extended periods of operation.



DON'T ABUSE CORD. Never yank cord to disconnect

from receptacle. Keep cord from heat, oil, and sharp

edges.

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USE OUTDOOR EXTENSION CORDS. When tool is

used outdoors, use only extension cords with approved

ground connection that are intended for use outdoors and

so marked.



ALWAYS KEEP THE BLADE GUARD AND SPREADER

(SPLITTER) IN PLACE and in working order.

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KEEP BLADES CLEAN AND SHARP. Sharp blades

minimize stalling and kickback.

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KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM CUTTING AREA. Keep

hands away from blades. Do not reach underneath work

or around or over the blade while blade is rotating. Do not

attempt to remove cut material when blade is moving.

RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

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BLADES COAST AFTER TURN OFF.

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NEVER USE IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE. Normal

sparking of the motor could ignite fumes.

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INSPECT TOOL CORDS PERIODICALLY. If damaged,

have repaired by a qualified service technician at an

authorized service facility. The conductor with insulation

having an outer surface that is green with or without yellow

stripes is the equipment-grounding conductor. If repair or

replacement of the electric cord or plug is necessary, do

not connect the equipment-grounding conductor to a live

terminal. Repair or replace a damaged or worn cord

immediately. Stay constantly aware of cord location and

keep it well away from the rotating blade.



INSPECT EXTENSION CORDS PERIODICALLY and

replace if damaged.



KEEP TOOL DRY, CLEAN, AND FREE FROM OIL AND

GREASE. Always use a clean cloth when cleaning.

Never use brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based

products, or any solvents to clean tool.



STAY ALERT AND EXERCISE CONTROL. Watch what

you are doing and use common sense. Do not operate tool

when you are tired. Do not rush.



DO NOT USE TOOL IF SWITCH DOES NOT TURN IT

ON AND OFF. Have defective switches replaced by an

authorized service center.

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GUARD AGAINST KICKBACK. Kickback occurs when

the blade stalls rapidly and workpiece is driven back

towards the operator. It can pull your hand into the blade

resulting in serious personal injury. Stay out of blade path

and turn switch off immediately if blade binds or stalls.

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USE RIP FENCE. Always use a fence or straight edge

guide when ripping.

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SUPPORT LARGE PANELS. To minimize risk of blade

pinching and kickback, always support large panels.

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BEFORE MAKING A CUT, BE SURE ALL

ADJUSTMENTS ARE SECURE.

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USE ONLY CORRECT BLADES. Do not use blades with

incorrect size holes. Never use blade washers or bolts that

are defective or incorrect. The maximum blade capacity of

your saw is 10 in. (254 mm).

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AVOID CUTTING NAILS. Inspect for and remove all nails

from lumber before cutting.

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NEVER TOUCH BLADE or other moving parts during

use.



NEVER START A TOOL WHEN ANY ROTATING

COMPONENT IS IN CONTACT WITH THE WORKPIECE.

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DO NOT OPERATE THIS TOOL WHILE UNDER THE

INFLUENCE OF DRUGS, ALCOHOL, OR ANY

MEDICATION.

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 GROUND ALL TOOLS. If tool is equipped with three-

prong plug, it should be plugged into a three-hole electrical

receptacle.



WHEN SERVICING use only identical Ryobi replacement

parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or

cause product damage.



REMOVE ALL FENCES AND AUXILIARY TABLES

before transporting saw. Failure to do so can result in an

accident causing possible serious personal injury.



ALWAYS USE BLADE GUARD, SPREADER, AND

ANTI-KICKBACK PAWLS on all "through-sawing" op-

erations. Through-sawing operations are those in which

the blade cuts completely through the workpiece as in

ripping or crosscutting. Keep the blade guard down, the

anti-kickback pawls down, and the spreader in place over

the blade.

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ALWAYS SECURE WORK firmly against rip fence or

miter fence.

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ALWAYS USE A PUSH STICK FOR RIPPING NARROW

STOCK. A push stick is a device used to push a workpiece

through the blade instead of using your hands. Size and

shape can vary but the push stick must always be nar-

rower than the workpiece to prevent the push stick from

contacting the saw blade. When ripping narrow stock,

always use a push stick, so your hand does not come

close to the saw blade. Use a featherboard and push

blocks for non-through cuts.

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NEVER perform any operation "freehand" which means

using only your hands to support or guide the workpiece.

Always use either the rip fence or miter fence to position

and guide the work.



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NEVER stand or have any part of your body in line with the

path of the saw blade.



NEVER reach behind, over, or within three inches of the

blade or cutter with either hand for any reason.



MOVE THE RIP FENCE out of the way when crosscutting.



NEVER use rip fence as cutoff gage when crosscutting.



NEVER attempt to free a stalled saw blade without first

turning the saw OFF and disconnecting the saw from the

power source.



PROVIDE ADEQUATE SUPPORT to the rear and sides

of the saw table for wide or long workpieces. Use a sturdy

"outrigger" support if a table extension more than 24

inches long is attached to the saw.



AVOID KICKBACKS (work thrown back toward you) by:

A. Keeping blade sharp.

B. Keeping rip fence parallel to the saw blade.

C. Keeping spreader, anti-kickback pawls, and blade

guard in place and operating.

D. Not releasing the work before it is pushed all the way

past the saw blade using a push stick.

E. Not ripping work that is twisted or warped or does not

have a straight edge to guide along the fence.



AVOID AWKWARD OPERATIONS AND HAND POSI-

TIONS where a sudden slip could cause your hand to

move into the cutting tool.

RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

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CHECK WITH A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN or service

personnel if the grounding instructions are not completely

understood or if in doubt as to whether the tool is properly

grounded.



DO NOT MODIFY the plug provided. If it will not fit the

outlet, have the proper outlet installed by a qualified

electrician.



USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES listed in

this manual or addendums. Blades must be rated for at

least 5,500 rpm. Use of accessories that are not listed may

cause the risk of personal injury. Instructions for safe use

of accessories are included with the accessory.



DOUBLE CHECK ALL SETUPS. Make sure blade is tight

and not making contact with saw or workpiece before

connecting to power supply.



MAKE SURE THE WORK AREA HAS AMPLE LIGHT-

ING to see the work and that no obstructions will interfere

with safe operation BEFORE performing any work using

the table saw.



ALWAYS TURN OFF SAW before disconnecting it, to

avoid accidental starting when reconnecting to power

supply.

RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION



SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Refer to them frequently

and use to instruct other users. If you loan someone this

tool, loan them these instructions also.

WARNING:

Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding,

drilling, and other construction activities contains

chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or

other reproductive harm. Some examples of these

chemicals are:

• lead from lead-based paints,

• crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other

masonry products, and

• arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated

lumber.

Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on

how often you do this type of work. To reduce your

exposure to these chemicals: work in a well ventilated

area, and work with approved safety equipment, such

as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter

out microscopic particles.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

SAFETY AND INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS

This operator's manual describes safety and international symbols and pictographs that may appear on this

product. Read the operator's manual for complete safety, assembly, operating and maintenance, and repair

information.

MEANING

•Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations.

NO HANDS SYMBOL

•Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will

result in serious personal injury.

SYMBOL

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ELECTRICAL

EXTENSION CORDS

When using a power tool at a considerable distance from a

power source, be sure to use an extension cord that has the

capacity to handle the current the tool will draw. An under-

sized cord will cause a drop in line voltage, resulting in over-

heating and loss of power. Use the chart to determine the

minimum wire size required in an extension cord. Only round

jacketed cords listed by Underwriter’s Laboratories (UL)

should be used.

When working outdoors with a tool, use an extension cord

that is designed for outside use. This type of cord is desig-

nated with “WA” on the cord’s jacket.

Before using any extension cord, inspect it for loose or

exposed wires and cut or worn insulation.

**Ampere rating (on tool faceplate)

0-2.0 2.1-3.4 3.5-5.0 5.1-7.0 7.1-12.0 12.1-16.0

Cord Length Wire Size (A.W.G.)

25' 16 16 16 16 14 14

50' 16 16 16 14 14 12

100' 16 16 14 12 10 —

**Used on 12 gauge - 20 amp circuit.

CAUTION:

Keep the extension cord clear of the working area. Posi-

tion the cord so that it will not get caught on lumber, tools

or other obstructions while you are working with a power

tool. Failure to do so can result in serious personal injury.

WARNING:

Check extension cords before each use. If damaged

replace immediately. Never use tool with a damaged cord

since touching the damaged area could cause electrical

shock resulting in serious injury.

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

internal insulation. Observe all normal safety precautions

to avoid electrical shock.

Important: Servicing of a tool with double insulation requires

extreme care and knowledge of the system and should be

performed only by a qualified service technician. For service,

we suggest you return the tool to your nearest authorized

service center for repair. Always use original factory replace-

ment parts when servicing.

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION

The saw has a precision-built electric motor. It should be

connected to a power supply that is 120 volts, 60 Hz, AC

only (normal household current). Do not operate this tool on

direct current (DC). A substantial voltage drop will cause a

loss of power and the motor will overheat. If your tool does

not operate when plugged into an outlet, double-check the

power supply.

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Anti-Kickback Pawls (Fingers)

Device which, when properly installed and maintained, is

designed to stop the workpiece from being kicked back

toward the front of the saw during a ripping operation.

Arbor

The shaft on which a blade or cutting tool is mounted.

Bevel Cut

A cutting operation made with an angled blade.

Compound Cut

A cut with both a miter angle and a bevel angle.

Crosscut

A cutting or shaping operation made across the grain of the

workpiece.

Dado

A non-through cut which produces a square sided notch or

trough in the workpiece.

Featherboard

A device used to help control the workpiece by guiding it

securely against the table or fence during any rip cut operation.

Freehand

Performing a cut without using a fence, miter gauge, fixture,

hold down clamp, or other proper device to keep the workpiece

from twisting during the cut.

Gum

A sticky, sap based residue from wood products.

Heel

Misalignment of the blade.

Kerf

The amount of material removed by the blade in a through

cut or the slot produced by the blade in a non-through or

partial cut.

Kickback

An uncontrolled grabbing and throwing of the workpiece

back toward the front of the saw. Associated with the

workpiece closing the kerf and pinching the blade or otherwise

placing tension on the blade.

Leading End

The end of the workpiece which, during a rip type operation,

is pushed into the cutting tool first.

Miter Cut

A cutting operation made with the wood at any angle other

than 90 degrees.

Molding

A cut which produces a special shape in the workpiece, used

for joining or decoration.

Non-Through Cuts

Any cutting operation where the blade does not extend

completely through the thickness of the workpiece.

Push Block

A device used to feed the workpiece through the saw, except

during narrow ripping type operations where a push stick

should be used. It also helps keep the operator's hands well

away from the blade.

Push Stick

A device used to feed the workpiece through the saw to help

keep the operator's hands well away from the blade.

Rabbet

A notch in the edge of a workpiece.

Resin

A sticky, sap base substance that has hardened.

Ripping Or Rip Cut

A cutting or shaping operation made along the length or with

the grain of the workpiece.

Riving Knife/Spreader/Splitter

A metal piece, slightly thinner than the saw blade which helps

keep the kerf open and prevent kickback.

Revolutions Per Minute (RPM)

The number of turns completed by a spinning object in one

minute.

Saw Blade Path

The area over, under, behind, or in front of the blade. As it

applies to the workpiece, that area which will be, or has been,

cut by the blade.

Set

The distance that the tip of the saw blade tooth is bent (or set)

outward from the face of the blade.

Throw-Back

Throwing of a workpiece in a manner similar to a kickback.

Usually associated with a cause other than the kerf closing,

such as a workpiece being dropped onto the blade or being

placed inadvertently in contact with the blade.

Through Sawing

Any cutting operation where the blade extends completely

through the thickness of the workpiece.

Trailing End

The workpiece end last cut by the blade in a ripping operation.

Workpiece

The item on which the cutting operation is being done. The

surfaces of a workpiece are commonly referred to as faces,

ends, and edges.

GLOSSARY OF TERMS

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The saw is factory set for accurate cutting. After assem-

bling it, check for accuracy. If shipping has influenced the

settings, refer to specific procedures explained in the opera-

tion and maintenance sections of this manual.

WARNING:

If any parts are missing, do not operate this tool until the

missing parts are replaced. Failure to do so could result

in possible serious personal injury.

Your Model BTS15 Table Saw is shipped complete in one

carton and includes a rip fence, a miter fence, and a blade

guard.

Separate all parts from packing materials and check each

one with the illustration and the list of Loose Parts to make

sure all items are accounted for before discarding any

packing material.

Important: Remove the foam block from between the saw's

housing and the motor.

If any parts are missing, do not attempt to assemble the table

saw, plug in the power cord, or turn the switch on until the

missing parts are obtained and are installed correctly. Call

1-800-525-2579 for assistance if any parts are missing or

damaged.

Fig. 1

UNPACKING

TOOLS NEEDED

#2 PHILLIPS

SCREWDRIVER

FRAMING SQUARE

1/2 in.

WRENCH

SOCKET WRENCH

WITH 7/16 in.

SOCKET

ADJUSTABLE WRENCH

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Fig. 2

Key

No. Description Qty.

1 Miter Fence ...................................................................................................................................................... 1

2 Blade Guard Assembly .................................................................................................................................... 1

3 Small Wrench ................................................................................................................................................... 1

4 Large Wrench................................................................................................................................................... 1

5 Solid Table Extension ...................................................................................................................................... 1

6 Rip Fence ......................................................................................................................................................... 1

7 Sliding Miter Table ........................................................................................................................................... 1

8 Blade Adjusting Handle .................................................................................................................................... 1

9 Flat Washer ...................................................................................................................................................... 1

10 Phillips Screw ................................................................................................................................................... 1

11 Operator's Manual (Not Shown)

12 Warranty Registration Card (Not Shown)

LOOSE PARTS LIST

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The following items are included with your table saw leg stand.

LOOSE PARTS LIST

Fig. 3

A. Storage Bracket ......................................................... 2

B. Screw (1/4-20 x 1/2 in. Pan Hd.)................................ 2

C. Lower Side Brace....................................................... 2

D. Hex Nut (5/16-18) .................................................... 28

E. Washer (5/16 in.)........................................................ 2

F. Leveling Foot ............................................................. 1

G. Leg ............................................................................. 4

H. Carriage Bolt (5/16-18 x 3/4 in.) .............................. 24

I. Upper Brace ............................................................... 2

J. Hex Nut (1/4-20) ......................................................... 2

K. Washer (1/4 in.)........................................................... 2

L. Bolt (5/16-18 x 2 in. Hex Hd.) ..................................... 4

M. Upper Side Brace ........................................................ 2

N. Foot ............................................................................. 3

O. Washers ...................................................................... 4

P. Hex Nut ....................................................................... 2

Q. Lower Brace ................................................................ 2

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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR SAW

Your saw is designed to perform as a versatile, accurate,

precision cutting tool that is easy to operate.

It is equipped with the following features for convenience,

ease of use, and high-quality performance:

• a combination saw blade

• a bevel indicator to set the exact angle of the blade, with

locking lever

• an adjustable sliding miter table

• an adjustable miter fence

• an adjustable rip fence with scale indicator

• an adjustable riving knife (splitter) and blade guard with

anti-kickback pawls

• front and rear guide rails with an easy-to-read scale on

front rail

• blade adjusting handle to set depth of cut

• a sliding outfeed support

• switch with removable switch key to help prevent

unauthorized use

• leg stand for ease of operation

These features provide ease of cutting with all types of wood.

WARNING:

Before attempting to use your table saw, familiarize

yourself with all operating features and safety

requirements.

Fig. 4

FEATURES

RIP FENCE

SWITCH

LEG STAND

LOCKING

HANDLE

SLIDING

MITER TABLE

SAW BLADE

ANTI-KICKBACK

PAWLS

BLADE

ADJUSTING

HANDLE

BEVEL

LOCKING LEVER

BLADE AND

WRENCH

STORAGE

BLADE GUARD

ASSEMBLY

FRONT

RAIL

LEVELING

FOOT

OUTFEED

SUPPORT

RIVING KNIFE

BEVEL

HANDLE

FOOT

BEVEL

INDICATOR

MITER FENCE

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Fig. 5

SWITCH

KEY

FEATURES

WARNING:

Although some of the illustrations in this manual are

shown with the blade guard removed for clarity, do not

operate the saw without the blade guard unless specifically

instructed to do so.

OPERATING COMPONENTS

The upper portion of the blade projects up through the table,

surrounded by an insert called the throat plate. To cut wood

at a bevel, the blade must be tilted, using the bevel handle,

scale, and bevel indicator found on the front of the cabinet.

Inside the cabinet, adjustable positive stops are provided for

0° and 45°.

Your saw includes a rip fence and miter fence with under

table storage for easy accessibility. The rip fence is used to

position work that will be cut lengthwise. A scale on the front

rail shows the distance between the rip fence and the blade.

The leg stand places the table saw at convenient working

level.

The blade guard assembly includes a riving knife which is a

metal device directly behind and above the blade. It is used

to help keep the cut wood from binding together and causing

possible kickback. It is very important to use the riving knife

for all through-sawing operations. The anti-kickback pawls

(also a part of the blade guard assembly) are toothed plates

mounted on the riving knife. Their teeth point away from the

work in case the work should be pulled back, toward the

operator. Then the teeth dig into the wood to help prevent or

reduce the possibility of kickback.

POWER SWITCH

Your table saw is equipped with a power switch that has a

built-in locking feature. This feature is intended to prevent

unauthorized and possible hazardous use by children and

others.

TO TURN YOUR SAW ON:

1. With the switch key inserted into the switch, lift the switch

button to turn on ( ).

TO TURN YOUR SAW OFF:

1. Press the switch button down to turn off ( ).

TO LOCK YOUR SAW :

1. Press the switch button down.

2. Remove the switch key from the switch and store in a safe,

secure location.

WARNING:

Always remove the switch key when the tool is not in use

and keep it in a safe place. In the event of a power failure,

turn the switch off ( ) and remove the key. This action

will prevent the tool from accidentally starting when power

returns.

WARNING:

ALWAYS make sure your workpiece is not in contact with

the blade before operating the switch to start the tool.

Failure to heed this warning may cause the workpiece to

be kicked back toward the operator and result in serious

personal injury.

WARNING:

To reduce the risk of accidental starting, ALWAYS make

sure the switch is in the off ( ) position before plugging

tool into the power source.

SWITCH IN LOCKED POSITION

SWITCH

BUTTON

IN OFF

POSITION

SWITCH

BUTTON

IN ON

POSITION

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BLADES

It is recommended that you use a RYOBI 10 in. (254 mm) Combination Blade, which is provided with the BTS15 Table Saw.

You will get maximum performance with the following features:

• 36 precision ground, micro-grain carbide teeth • kerf width of 2.7 mm + .02

• tensioning for 4,800 rpm

This blade is provided with the saw. Additional blade styles of the same high quality are available for specific operations such

as ripping. Your local RYOBI dealer can provide you with complete information.

CAUTION:

Be sure to use only blades that are rated for at least 5,500 RPM and recommended for use on this saw.

Fig. 6

BLADE

ROTATION

PRECISION GROUND

MICRO-GRAIN

CARBIDE TEETH

SPEED AND WIRING

The no-load speed of your table saw is approximately 4,800

rpm. The speed will not remain constant but will be less

under a load. The wiring in a shop is as important as the

motor's horsepower rating. A line intended for lights only

WILL NOT PROPERLY CARRY A POWER TOOL MOTOR.

Wire that is heavy enough for a short distance will be too light

for a greater distance. A line that can support one power tool

may not be able to support two or three tools.

WARNING:

To prevent possible electrical hazards, have a qualified

electrician check the line if you are not certain that it is

properly wired.

FEATURES

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Blade Diameter ........................................ 10 in. (254 mm)

Blade Arbor ............................................... 5/8 in. (16 mm)

Cutting Depth at 0°...............................3-9/16 in. (90 mm)

Cutting Depth at 45°............................2-1/2 in. (63.5 mm)

Rating ................. 120 Volts, 60 Hz-AC Only, 15 Amperes

Output Speed ................................................... 4,800/min.

Net Weight ............................................. 85 lbs. (38.5 kg.)

Page 15

ASSEMBLY

Fig. 7

Fig. 8

Assembly is best done in the area where the saw will be

used. When you remove the table saw base, loose parts, and

hardware from the packing materials, check all items with the

loose parts list and drawing. If you are unsure about the

description of any part, refer to the drawing. If any parts are

missing, delay assembling until you have obtained the

missing part(s).

ASSEMBLING LEG STAND

See Figures 7 and 8.

Take the following hardware from the leg stand hardware

bag:

24 carriage bolts (5/16-18 x 5/8 in.)

1 leveling foot

6 flat washers (5/16 in.)

28 hex nuts (5/16-18)

3 feet

Note: Remaining hardware from this bag is used for

mounting leg stand on the table saw base and mounting

the storage bracket to the upper brace.

Take 4 legs and 8 braces from loose parts.

Place an upper side brace inside leg with the leg's wide

end up.

Note: Upper braces have large holes in each end; these

holes should be on top when leg stand is completely

assembled as shown in figure 8.

Align the holes on the brace and the legs. Insert two

carriage bolts and hand tighten using hex nuts. These are

the front and back sets.

For the side sets, install an upper brace on two legs. Add

hardware and finger tighten. Repeat for the other upper

brace.

Use the same steps to install the lower braces. Tighten all

hex nuts with a wrench.

Place a hex nut and flat washer on the leveling foot. Install

the leveling foot from the bottom of the leg with the bolts

pointing up. Cap with the remaining flat washer and hex

nut but do not tighten.

Place one foot on the bottom of each of the remaining

three legs.

Move the leg set to desired location. Adjust the leveling

foot with a wrench, then tighten the top hex nut.

ASSEMBLING STORAGE BRACKETS

Take storage brackets from loose parts.

Take the following hardware from the leg stand hardware

bag:

2 screws (1/4-20 x 1/2 in. Pan Hd.)

2 hex nuts (1/4-20)

2 washers (1/4 in.)

Secure storage brackets to upper braces of leg stand as

shown in figure 7.

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ASSEMBLY

TO MOUNT THE TABLE SAW TO THE LEG

STAND

See Figure 9.

■Take the following from a small hardware bag:

4 hex bolts (5/16-18 x 2 in.)

4 hex nuts, flanged (5/16-18)

4 flat washers (5/16 in.)

Note: This hardware was in the bag with hardware for

assembling the leg stand.

WARNING:

The saw base is heavy. Do not lift the saw without help.

When lifting, lift close to your body. Keep your knees bent

and lift with your legs, not your back. Ignoring these

precautions can result in back injury.

■Place the table saw on the leg stand. Align the holes in the

table saw base with the holes in the upper braces.

■Place a flat washer on a hex bolt and insert through hole.

Add a flanged hex nut. Hand tighten.

See Figure 9.

■Repeat for three remaining holes. Tighten all hardware

with a wrench. You may find it helpful to use one wrench

to hold the head of the hex bolt and one to tighten the hex

nut.

WARNING:

Do not connect to power supply until assembly is com-

plete. Failure to comply could result in accidental starting

and possible serious injury.

TO INSTALL THE BLADE ADJUSTING HANDLE

See Figure 10.

The blade adjusting handle mounts to the bevel handle with

a screw (M4 x 10 mm) and a flat washer.

■Align blade adjusting handle to the shaft end that extends

from the front of the table saw base. Match the flat spots

on the shaft with the flats inside the blade adjusting

handle. Insert a screw and a flat washer in the center of

the blade adjusting handle and tighten.

Fig. 9

SHAFT END

SCREW

WASHER

Fig. 10

HEX BOLT

FLANGED

HEX NUT

FLAT

WASHER

LEG STAND

SAW BASE

BLADE

ADJUSTIING

HANDLE

BEVEL

HANDLE

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TO INSTALL RIP FENCE

See Figure 11.

To install the rip fence, place the rear lip on the rear rail and

pull slightly toward the front of the unit. Lower front end onto

the guide surfaces on top of the front rail. Check for a smooth

gliding action. Swing the locking handle down to automatically

align and secure the fence.

TO INSTALL MITER TABLE

See Figure 12.

Remove the solid table extension by turning the table lock

knob counterclockwise.

Lift the solid table extension.

Place the sliding miter table in the slot where the solid

table extension had been.

Retighten table lock knobs.

TO LOCK MITER TABLE

See Figure 13.

The miter table slides to let the operator slide the workpiece

across the saw. A miter slide lock is mounted on the front of

the miter table to lock it in place. The miter slide lock is placed

in a slot on the base to align the miter table with the front edge

of the saw table. The sliding miter table should be locked for

any cut in which the operator prefers a fixed table.

To lock the miter table with the base projecting to the front,

place miter slide lock in the back slot on the base.

To lock the miter table with the base projecting to the

back, place miter slide lock in the front slot on the base.

ASSEMBLY

RIP FENCE

FRONT

RAIL

Fig. 11

Fig. 12

Fig. 13

SLOTS FOR LOCKING

MITER TABLE

MITER

SLIDE LOCK

TABLE LOCK

KNOBS

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BLADE AND GUARD ASSEMBLY

WARNING:

Do not connect to power supply until assembly is complete.

Failure to comply could result in accidental starting and

possible serious injury.

TO CHECK SAW BLADE INSTALLATION

To check the saw blade, first lower the blade and remove

the screw holding the throat plate in place. Remove the

throat plate.

See Figure 14.

Make sure the bevel locking lever is locked. Raise the

blade arbor to its full height by turning the blade adjusting

handle counterclockwise.

Using the smaller wrench, insert the flat open end into the

flats on the arbor shaft as shown. Insert the larger wrench

over the flange nut, and, holding both wrenches firmly,

pull the larger wrench forward to the front of the machine

to loosen and push to tighten. Make sure the flange nut is

securely tightened. Do not overtighten.

Note: Arbor shaft has right-hand threads.

Check all clearances for free blade rotation.

Lower the blade by turning the blade adjustment handle

clockwise.

Reinstall the throat plate.

TO INSTALL BLADE GUARD ASSEMBLY

Lower the blade by turning the blade adjustment handle

clockwise.

Using an adjustable wrench, install the blade guard

assembly by loosening the two attachment nuts enough

to attach the separator (align holes and tabs).

See

Figure 15.

Partially retighten the two attachment nuts.

Check the blade and separator alignment.

Correctly align the blade and separator as shown,

repeating above step as needed. Tighten attachment

nuts securely. If separator is not positioned correctly with

blade up, it could contact saw table when blade is lowered

and restrict blade elevation.

Fig. 15

NOTE: PLACE BLADE BETWEEN

INNER AND OUTER BLADE WASHER

Fig. 16

ASSEMBLY

MOUNTING PLATE

SEPARATOR

DO NOT REMOVE ATTACHMENT NUTS

ATTACHMENT

NUTS

Fig. 14

LARGE

WRENCH

SMALL

WRENCH

LARGE

WRENCH

SPACER/

WASHER

SMALL

WRENCH

FLANGE

NUT

FLANGE/SPACER

TIGHTEN

LOOSEN

ARBOR

HOLES

TABS

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OPERATION

Fig. 17

PUSH BLOCKS

PUSH STICKS

Use the right type of blade for the cut being made.

Use the blade guard assembly for all through cuts.

CUTTING AIDS

See Figure 17.

Push sticks are devices used for safely pushing a workpiece

through the blade instead of using your hands. They can be

made in various sizes and shapes from scrap wood to use in

a specific project. The stick must be narrower than the

workpiece, with a 90˚ notch in one end and shaping for a grip

on the other end.

A push block has a handle fastened by recessed screws from

the underside. Use it on non-through cuts.

CAUTION:

Be sure the screw is recessed to avoid damaging the saw

or workpiece.

BASIC OPERATION OF THE TABLE SAW

A table saw can be used for straight-line cutting operations

such as cross cutting, ripping, mitering, beveling, and com-

pound cutting. It can dado with optional accessories.

The 2-prong plug must be plugged into a matching outlet that

is properly installed and grounded according to all local

codes and ordinances. Improper connection of the equip-

ment can result in electric shock. Check with an electrician or

service personnel if you are unsure about proper grounding.

Do not modify the plug; if it will not fit the outlet, have the

correct outlet installed by a qualified electrician. Refer to the

Electrical

page of this manual.

Note: This table saw is designed to cut wood and wood

composition products only.

CAUSES OF KICKBACK

Kickback can occur when the blade stalls or binds, kicking

the workpiece back toward you with great force and speed.

If your hands are near the saw blade, they may be jerked

loose from the workpiece and may contact the blade. Obvi-

ously, kickback can cause serious injury, and it is well worth

using precautions to avoid the risks.

Kickback can be caused by any action that pinches the blade

in the wood, such as the following:

Making a cut with incorrect blade depth

Sawing into knots or nails in the workpiece

Twisting the wood while making a cut

Failing to support work

Forcing a cut

Cutting warped or wet lumber

Using the wrong blade for the type of cut

Not following correct operating procedures

Misusing the saw

Failing to use the anti-kickback pawls

Cutting with a dull, gummed-up, or improperly set blade

AVOIDING KICKBACK

Always use the correct blade depth setting. The top of

the blade teeth should clear the workpiece by 1/8 in. to

1/4 in.

Inspect the work for knots or nails before beginning a cut.

Knock out any loose knots with a hammer. Never saw into

a loose knot or nail.

Always use the rip fence when rip cutting and the miter

gauge when cross cutting. This helps prevent twisting the

wood in the cut.

Always use clean, sharp, and properly-set blades. Never

make cuts with dull blades.

To avoid pinching the blade, support the work properly

before beginning a cut.

When making a cut, use steady, even pressure. Never

force cuts.

Do not cut wet or warped lumber.

Always hold your workpiece firmly with both hands or with

pushsticks. Keep your body in a balanced position to be

ready to resist kickback should it occur. Never stand

directly in line with the blade.

WARNING:

Never stand directly in line with the blade or allow hands

to come closer than 3 in. to the blade. Do not reach over

or across the blade. Failure to heed this warning can

result in serious personal injury.

CUTTING TIPS

Dado and rabbet cuts are non-through cuts which can be

either rip cuts or cross cuts. Carefully read and understand

all sections of this operator’s manual before attempting any

operation.

WARNING:

All blades and dado sets must be rated for at least 5,500

RPM to prevent possible injury.

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OPERATION

FEATHERBOARD

A featherboard is a device used to help control the workpiece

by guiding it securely against the table or fence. Featherboards

are especially useful when ripping small workpieces and for

completing non-through cuts. The end is angled, with a

number of short kerfs to give a friction hold on the workpiece.

Lock it in place on the table with a C-clamp. Test that it could

resist kickback.

WARNING:

Place the featherboard against the uncut portion of the

workpiece, to avoid kickback that could cause serious

personal injury.

HOW TO MAKE A FEATHERBOARD

See Figure 19.

The featherboard is an excellent project for your BTS15.

Select a solid piece of lumber approximately 3/4 in. thick, 3-5/8 in.

wide and 18 in. long. Mark the center of the width on one end

of the stock. Miter one-half of the width to 30° and miter the

other half of the same end to 45°. See page 24 for information

on miter cuts. Mark the board from the point at 6 in., 8 in., 10

in. and 12 in. Drill a 3/8 in. hole at the 8 in., 10 in., and 12 in.

marks. Set the rip fence to allow approximately a 1/4 in.

"finger" to be cut in the stock. Feed the stock only to the mark

previously made at 6 in. Turn the saw OFF and allow the

blade to completely stop rotating before removing the stock.

Reset the rip fence and cut spaced rips into the workpiece to

allow approximately 1/4 in. fingers and 1/8 in. spaces between

the fingers.

HOW TO MOUNT A FEATHERBOARD

Remove the adjusting clamp knob, bolt and washer from the

Miter Fence Holder. Place the bolt through one of the holes

in the featherboard. Positioning the featherboard will depend

on the placement of the bolt. Place the washer on the bolt and

attach the adjusting clamp knob, loosely. Position the

featherboard with the hex head of the bolt in the miter table

slot but do not tighten. Completely lower the saw blade.

Position the rip fence to the desired adjustment for the cut to

be performed and lock. Place the workpiece against the

fence and over the saw blade area. Adjust the featherboard

to apply resistance to the workpiece just forward of the blade.

Securely tighten the adjusting clamp knob to secure the

featherboard in place. Attach a C-clamp to further secure the

featherboard to the edge of the sliding miter table.

WARNING:

DO NOT locate the featherboard to the rear of the

workpiece. Kickback can result from the featherboard

pinching the workpiece and binding the blade in the saw

kerf if positioned improperly. Failure to heed this warning

can result in serious personal injury.

Fig. 18

Fig. 19

3/8 in. DIAMETER

1/8 in.

1/4 in.

3/4 in.

3-5/8 in.

1-13/16 in.

30°

45°

6 in.

8 in.

10 in.

12 in.

18 in.

PUSH BLOCK

“C” CLAMP

FEATHERBOARD

PUSH STICK

BEVEL

LOCKING

LEVER

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OPERATION

Fig. 20

Bevel Rip Cut

Rip Cut

Cross Cut

Miter Cut

Compound (Bevel) Miter Cut

Bevel Cross Cut

The kerf (the cut made by the blade in the wood) will be

wider than the blade to avoid overheating or binding.

Make allowance for the kerf when measuring wood.

Make sure the kerf is made on the waste side of the

measuring line.

Cut the wood with the finish side up.

Knock out any loose knots with a hammer before making

the cut.

Always provide proper support for the wood as it comes

out of the saw.

TYPES OF CUTS

See Figure 20.

There are six basic cuts: 1) the cross cut, 2) the rip cut, 3) the

miter cut, 4) the bevel cross cut, 5) the bevel rip cut, and 6)

the compound (bevel) miter cut. All other cuts are combina-

tions of these basic six. Operating procedures for making

each kind of cut are given later in this section.

WARNING:

Always make sure the blade guard and anti-kickback

pawls are in place and working properly when making

these cuts to avoid possible injury.

Cross cuts are straight 90° cuts made across the grain of the

workpiece. The wood is fed into the cut at a 90° angle to the

blade, and the blade is vertical.

Rip cuts are made with the grain of the wood. To avoid

kickback while making a rip cut, make sure one side of the

wood rides firmly against the rip fence.

Miter cuts are made with the wood at any angle to the blade

other than 90°. The blade is vertical.

WARNING:

Always use a push stick with small pieces of wood, and

also to finish the cut when ripping a long narrow piece of

wood, to prevent your hands from getting close to the

blade.

Bevel cuts are made with an angled blade. Bevel cross cuts

are across the wood grain, and bevel rip cuts are with the

grain. The rip fence must always be on the left side of the

blade for bevel rip cuts.

Compound (or bevel) miter cuts are made with an angled

blade on wood that is angled to the blade. Be thoroughly

familiar with making cross cuts, rip cuts, bevel cuts, and miter

cuts before trying a compound miter cut.

WARNING:

All blades must be rated for at least 5,500 rpm to prevent

possible injury.

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278910

11 12 13 14 15

GULLET

Fig. 22

FRONT RAIL

Fig. 20

BEVEL

INDICATOR

BEVEL

LOCKING LEVER

BEVEL

HANDLE

Fig. 21

LOCKING

HANDLE

BLADE

RIP

FENCE

2 IN.

MARK SCALE

SCALE

INDICATOR

TO ADJUST THE BLADE DEPTH

The blade depth should be set so that the outer points of the

blade are higher than the workpiece by approximately 1/8 in.

to 1/4 in. but the lowest points (gullets) are below the top

surface.

See Figure 21.

WARNING:

Unplug the saw and make sure the blade guard assembly

is installed and working properly to avoid serious personal

injury.

Raise the blade by turning the blade adjusting handle

counterclockwise or lower it by turning the handle

clockwise.

TO ADJUST THE BLADE ANGLE

See Figure 22.

WARNING:

Unplug the saw and make sure the blade guard assembly

is installed and working properly to avoid serious personal

injury.

Unlock the bevel locking lever.

Angle the blade by turning the bevel handle until the bevel

indicator shows the correct angle.

Lock the bevel locking lever securely while holding the

bevel handle in place.

TO SET THE SCALE TO THE BLADE

The scale is usable from 5/8 in.-20 in. (16 mm-686 mm) to the

right side of the blade and 0-7 in. (0-178 mm) on the left side

of the blade. The operator can select any desired dimension

within those ranges. Use the following steps to set the scale

to the blade and scale indicator. Begin with the blade at a

zero angle (straight up).

Loosen the rip fence by raising the locking handle.

Using a framing square, set the rip fence 2 in. from the

blade tip edge.

Loosen the screw on the scale indicator.

See Figure 23.

Adjust the front rail until the 2 in. mark is placed at the

scale indicator. Align the rear rail to the front rail.

Tighten the screw and check the dimension and the rip

fence.

WARNING:

Blades coast after turn off. Possible serious injury can

occur if hands come in contact with blade.

ANGLED BLADE

OPERATION

BLADE

ADJUSTING

HANDLE

45º Adjustment 0º Adjustment

2 in.

Page 23

OPERATION

Fig. 24

TO USE OUTFEED SUPPORT

See Figure 24.

The outfeed support slides to give the operator additional

support for cutting long workpieces.

With the table saw in the off position, stand behind the

saw.

Grasp the outfeed support with both hands and pull the

outfeed support until it is fully extended.

TO USE SOLID TABLE EXTENSION

See Figure 25.

The solid table extension provides the operator with a flat

surface.

Remove the sliding miter table by turning the table lock

knobs counterclockwise.

Place the solid table extension in the slot.

Retighten the table lock knobs.

WARNING:

Never stand directly in line with the blade or allow hands

to come closer than 3 in. to the blade. Do not reach over

or across the blade. Failure to heed this warning can

result in serious personal injury.

MAKING CUTS

The blade provided with your saw is a high-quality combina-

tion blade suitable for ripping and crosscut operations.

WARNING:

All blades must be rated for at least 5,500 RPM to prevent

possible injury.

TO MAKE A CROSS CUT

See Figure 26.

WARNING:

Never use rip fence as cutoff gauge when crosscutting.

WARNING:

Make sure the blade guard assembly is installed and

working properly to avoid serious personal injury.

Note: When the miter fence is placed in the first hole (one

towards the center of the sliding miter table), use the scale

on the outside of the sliding miter table. To increase cutting

capacity, use the second hole (one closest to the front of the

table), using the front of the miter fence to read the inner

scale.

It is recommended you make test cuts on scrap wood.

Remove the rip fence by lifting the locking handle.

Set the blade to the correct depth for the workpiece.

MITER

FENCE

Fig. 25

OUTFEED

SUPPORT

Fig. 26

TABLE

LOCK

KNOBS

Page 24

OPERATION

Set the miter fence to 0˚ and tighten the lock knob.

Place a support (the same height as saw table) behind the

saw for the cut work.

Make sure the wood is clear of the blade before turning on

the saw.

To turn the saw on ( ), lift the switch button.

To turn saw off ( ), press the switch button down.

Note: To prevent unauthorized use, remove the switch

key as shown in figure 27.

Let the blade build up to full speed before moving the

workpiece into the blade.

Hold the workpiece firmly with both hands on the miter

fence and feed the workpiece into the blade.

When the cut is made, turn the saw off ( ). Wait for the

blade to come to a complete stop before removing the

workpiece.

TO MAKE A MITER CUT

See Figure 28.

It is recommended you make test cuts on scrap wood.

WARNING:

Make sure the blade guard assembly is installed and

working properly to avoid serious personal injury.

Remove the rip fence by lifting the locking handle.

Set the miter fence to the desired angle and tighten the

lock knob.

Place a support (the same height as saw table) behind the

saw for the cut work.

Make sure the wood is clear of the blade before turning on

the saw.

Let the blade build up to full speed before moving the

workpiece into the blade.

Feed the workpiece into the blade until the cut has been

completed.

TO MAKE A STRAIGHT RIP CUT

See Figure 29.

It is recommended you make a test cut on scrap wood.

WARNING:

Make sure the blade guard assembly is installed and

working properly to avoid serious personal injury.

Position the rip fence the desired distance from the blade

for the cut and securely lock the handle. Adjust the scale

to zero at the cutting edge of the blade.

Place a support (the same height as saw table) behind the

saw for the cut work.

Make sure the wood is clear of the blade before turning on

the saw.

Use a push block or push stick to move the wood through

the cut past the blade. Never push a small piece of

wood into the blade with your hand, always use a

push stick. The use of push blocks, push sticks, and

featherboards are necessary when making non-through

cuts. Fig. 29

RIP FENCE

BLADE

PUSH STICK

OUTFEED

SUPPORT

FRONT

RAIL

LOCKING

HANDLE

Fig. 28

MITER FENCE

BLADE

GUARD ASSEMBLY

Fig. 27

SWITCH

KEY

SWITCH IN LOCKED POSITION

Stand to the side of the wood as it contacts the blade to

reduce the chance of injury should kickback occur. Never

stand directly in the line of cut.

Make sure the wood is clear of the blade before turning on

the saw.

Let the blade build up to full speed before feeding the

workpiece into the blade.

When the cut is made, turn the saw off ( ). Wait for the

blade to come to a complete stop before removing the

workpiece.

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OPERATION

TO MAKE A BEVEL CROSS CUT

See Figure 30.

It is recommended that you place the piece to be saved on

the left side of the blade and that you make a test cut on

scrap wood.

WARNING:

Make sure the blade guard assembly is installed and

working properly to avoid serious personal injury.

Remove the rip fence by lifting the locking handle.

Unlock the bevel locking lever.

Turn the bevel handle until the bevel indicator is at

the desired angle. Press the bevel locking lever

towards the table saw to lock.

Set the blade to the correct depth for the workpiece.

Set the miter fence to 90°.

Place a support (the same height as saw table) behind

the saw for the cut work.

Make sure the wood is clear of the blade before turning

on the saw.

Let the saw blade build up to full speed before moving the

miter fence and the workpiece into the blade.

Hold the workpiece firmly with both hands on the miter

fence and feed the workpiece into the blade.

When the cut is made, turn the saw off ( ). Wait for the

blade to come to a complete stop before removing the

workpiece.

TO MAKE A BEVEL RIP CUT

See Figure 31.

It is recommended you make test cuts on scrap wood.

WARNING:

The rip fence must be on the left side of the blade to

avoid trapping the wood and causing kickback.

WARNING:

Make sure the blade guard assembly is installed and

working properly to reduce the risk of serious personal

injury.

 Remove the miter fence.

Position the rip fence the desired distance from the left

side of the blade and lock down the handle.

Adjust the bevel angle to the desired setting.

Set the blade to the correct depth.

If ripping a piece larger than 36 in. long, place a support

the same height as the table surface behind the saw for

the cut work.

Fig. 30

MITER FENCE

Fig. 31

Turn the power switch to the on ( ) position.

Position the workpiece flat on the table with the edge flush

against the rip fence. Let the blade build up to full speed

before feeding the workpiece into the blade.

Using a push stick and/or push blocks, slowly feed the

workpiece toward the blade. Stand slightly to the side of

the wood as it contacts the blade to reduce the chance of

injury should kickback occur.

Once the blade has made contact with the workpiece, use

the hand closest to the rip fence to guide it. Make sure the

edge of the workpiece remains in solid contact with both

the rip fence and the surface of the table. If ripping a narrow

piece, use a push stick to move the piece through the cut

and past the blade.

When the cut is made, turn the saw off ( ). Wait for the

blade to come to a complete stop before removing the

workpiece.

After the blade has stopped completely, remove the cutoff

stock.

Grasp the workpiece from the lead end (the end fed into

the blade first) and carefully remove it from the table.

RIP FENCE

BEVEL

LOCKING

LEVER

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OPERATION

TO MAKE A COMPOUND MITER CUT

It is recommended that you place the piece to be saved on

the left side of the blade and that you make a test cut on

scrap wood first.

WARNING:

Make sure the blade guard assembly is securely installed

and working properly to avoid serious personal injury.

Remove the rip fence by lifting the lock down handle.

Unlock the bevel locking lever.

Adjust the bevel angle to the desired setting.

Lock the bevel locking lever.

Set the saw blade to the correct depth.

Loosen the lock knob on the miter fence, set the miter

fence to the desired angle and tighten lock knob.

Turn the power switch to the on ( ) position.

Position the workpiece flat on the table with the edge flush

against the miter fence. Let the blade build up to full speed

before feeding the workpiece into the blade.

Advance the workpiece and the miter fence toward the

blade. Keep the workpiece flush against the miter fence.

Push the miter fence and workpiece toward the blade.

Stand slightly to the side of the wood as it contacts the

blade to reduce the chance of injury should kickback occur.

When the cut is made, turn the saw off ( ). Wait for the

blade to come to a complete stop before removing the

workpiece.

After the blade has stopped completely, remove the cutoff

stock.

TO MAKE NON-THROUGH CUTS

Non-through cuts can be made with the grain (ripping) or

across the grain (crosscut). The use of a non-through cut is

essential to cutting grooves, rabbets, and dadoes. This is the

only type cut that is made without the blade guard installed.

Make sure the blade guard assembly is reinstalled upon

completion of this type of cut. Read the appropriate section

which describes the type of cut in addition to this section on

non-through or dado cuts. For example, if your non-through

cut is a straight cross cut, read and understand the section

on straight cross cuts before proceeding.

WARNING:

Unplug the saw to avoid possible injury.

Lower the blade.

Loosen the two hex nuts at the base of the riving knife.

Do not remove hex nuts. Remove the riving knife/

guard assembly. Retighten the two hex nuts on the

base.

Raise the blade to the correct height by turning the blade

adjusting handle counterclockwise.

Feed the workpiece into the blade.

WARNING:

Carefully check all setups and rotate the blade one full

revolution to assure proper clearance before connecting

saw to power source.

Always use push blocks, push sticks, and featherboards

when making non-through cuts to avoid the risk of serious

injury.

See Figure 32.

WARNING:

When making a non-through cut, the cutter is covered by

the workpiece during most of the cut. Be alert to the

exposed cutter at the start and finish of every cut to avoid

the risk of serious personal injury.

Fig. 32

FEATHERBOARD

PUSH BLOCK

“C” CLAMP

PUSH STICK

BEVEL

LOCKING

LEVER

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OPERATION

WARNING:

Never feed wood with your hands when making any non-

through cut such as rabbets or dadoes.

WARNING:

When making a non-through cut, the cutter is covered by

the workpiece during most of the cut. Be alert to the

exposed cutter at the start and finish of every cut to avoid

the risk of serious personal injury.

When the cut is made, turn the saw off ( ). Wait for the

blade to come to a complete stop before removing the

workpiece.

Unplug your saw.

Lower the saw blade.

Reinstall the blade guard assembly.

Retighten the nuts at the base of the riving knife. Check

riving knife alignment to the blade.

TO MAKE DADO CUTS

A dado is a non-through cut and typically refers to a channel

cut, both with the grain and across the grain. (The Ryobi part

number for the dado set is 4650306.)

Unplug your saw.

WARNING:

Unplug the saw to avoid possible injury.

Lower the blade.

Remove the blade guard assembly.

Retighten the two hex nuts on base assembly.

Remove the throat plate.

Remove the saw blade.

Remove the flange/spacer and spacer/washer.

Reinstall the flange/spacer.

Mount the dado blade, using the blade and chippers

appropriate for the desired width of cut.

Reinstall the flange nut.

Make sure the flange nut is fully engaged.

NOTE: the spacer/washer should only be used with a

regular blade.

Replace the throat plate with optional Dado Throat Plate

(A31TS04). When ordering parts, always give the

model number. Call 1-800-525-2579 for assistance.

WARNING:

Always put all spacers in proper location when changing

back to saw blade. Failure to do so may result in possible

injury and damage to the tool.

WARNING:

Always use push blocks, push sticks, or featherboards

when making dado cuts to avoid the risk of serious injury.

WARNING:

All blades must be rated for at least 5,500 RPM to prevent

possible injury or damage to the tool.

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ADJUSTMENTS

REMOVING/REPLACING THE THROAT PLATE

See Figure 33.

WARNING:

Make sure the switch is off and the plug is out of the outlet.

Failure to do so could result in accidental starting, result-

ing in serious personal injury.

WARNING:

Drop blade below saw table when reinstalling the throat

plate. Failure to heed this warning could result in serious

personal injury.

To remove the throat plate, first lower the blade and

remove the screws holding the throat plate with a phillips

screwdriver.

Lift the the throat plate.

To reinstall the throat plate, drop blade below saw table

and place throat plate in the opening.

Insert the throat plate screws and securely tighten.

TO CHECK THE ALIGNMENT OF THE RIP

FENCE TO THE BLADE

See Figure 34.

WARNING:

Before performing any adjustment, make sure the tool is

unplugged from the power supply and the switch is in the

OFF position. Failure to head this warning could result in

serious personal injury.

Raise the locking handle to permit the rip fence to be

moved.

Place a framing square beside the blade and move the rip

fence up to the square. Take the dimension on the rip

scale.

Move the fence back and turn the framing square 180° to

check the other side.

If the two dimensions are not the same, loosen the two

screws on the fence and align it.

Retighten the two screws.

Make two or three test cuts on scrap wood. If the cuts are

not true, repeat the process.

WARNING:

Before plugging the saw back in to make test cuts, make

sure the switch is in the OFF position and the blade guard

is in place. Failure to do so may result in serious injury.

THROAT

PLATE SCREW

Fig. 33

SCREW

BLADE

LOCKING

HANDLE

Fig. 34

SCREWS

RIP

FENCE

CLAMP

SCREW

RIP FENCE

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ADJUSTMENTS

45º Adjustment 0º Adjustment

Fig. 36

TO REMOVE THE BLADE

See Figures 35 - 37.

Use the two wrenches supplied with the saw in this procedure

to replace the blade.

WARNING:

Unplug your saw and make sure the blade guard as-

sembly is installed and working properly to avoid serious

personal injury.

 Lower the blade and raise the blade guard.

 Remove the screws from the throat plate then remove the

throat plate.

 Raise the blade to its full height by turning the blade

adjusting handle counterclockwise.

 Place the open end of the small hex wrench into the slot

beside the blade. The wrench will t over two ats on the

ange/spacer. See Figure 36.

 Fit the large hex wrench onto the flange nut. Turn

counterclockwise and remove the flange nut, taking care

not to drag your knuckles across the blade.

Note: The flange nut has right-hand threads.

 Remove the ange nut from the arbor and then remove

the blade. Make sure the ange/spacer and spacer/washer

are tight against arbor shoulder.

 Replace with a new blade. Make sure the blade teeth are

pointing forward, toward incoming work.

 Put the ange nut back on. Tighten the nut with a clockwise

turn.

Note: Use care not to cross thread ange nut. Do not

overtighten.

 Rotate the blade by hand to make sure it is turning

freely.

 Check the riving knife and adjust if needed (see next

procedure).

 Lower the blade, insert the throat plate, then securely

tighten the throat plate screw.

BLADE

GUARD

THROAT

PLATE

BEVEL

LOCKING

LEVER

Fig. 35

NOTE: PLACE BLADE BETWEEN

INNER AND OUTER BLADE WASHER

TO ANGLE BLADE,

PUSH BEVEL LOCKING

LEVER LEFT AND ROTATE

BEVEL HANDLE

TO LOWER BLADE, PUSH BEVEL

LOCKING LEVER RIGHT AND RO-

TATE BLADE ADJUSTING HANDLE

CLOCKWISE

TO RAISE BLADE, PUSH BEVEL

LOCKING LEVER LEFT AND

ROTATE BLADE ADJUSTING

HANDLE CLOCKWISE

TO LOCK BLADE ANGLE,

PUSH BEVEL LOCKING

LEVER RIGHT

Fig. 37

BEVEL

handle

LARGE HEX

WRENCH

SPACER/

WASHER

SMALL

HEX WRENCH

FLANGE

NUT

FLANGE/SPACER

TIGHTEN

LOOSEN

ARBOR

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ADJUSTMENTS

ALIGNING SPREADER WITH THE BLADE

See Figures 38 - 39.

WARNING:

Failure to turn the table saw off, remove the switch key,

and unplug the saw before servicing or working on it could

result in accidental starting causing possible serious

injury.

WARNING:

It is important to install and adjust the spreader correctly.

Poor alignment could cause kickback and throw the

workpiece at the operator.

The spreader must be aligned with and centered over the

blade.

Raise the blade and the blade guard.

Place a framing square or straight edge beside the

blade on the left.

See Figure 38.

Loosen nut on the spreader with an adjustable wrench.

WARNING:

Do not loosen the screws holding the spreader to the

blade guard bracket. Unsecured pawls or spreader could

cause personal injury while you are adjusting the spreader.

Center the spreader over the blade.

See Figure 39.

Securely tighten nut.

Fig. 39

Fig. 38

SPREADER

FRAMING SQUARE

PAWLS BLADE

FRAMING SQUARE

VIEWED FROM TOP OF SAW WITH SPREADER SHOWN

CENTERED OVER BLADE

BLADE

SPREADER

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ADJUSTMENTS

WARNING:

Before performing any adjustment, make sure the tool is

unplugged from the power supply and the switch is in the

off ( ) position. Failure to head this warning could result

in serious personal injury.

TO SET BLADE AT 0° OR 45°

See Figure 40.

The angle settings of your saw have been set at the factory

and, unless damaged in shipping, should not require setting

during assembly. After extensive use, it may need to be

checked.

Raise the blade and the blade guard.

If the blade is not perfectly vertical (0°), loosen the

adjustment bolt and the bevel locking lever.

Place a framing square beside the blade on the left. Lock

the angle by pushing the bevel locking lever and retighten

the adjustment bolt.

Adjust the bevel indicator to zero.

If the blade is not an exact 45°, loosen the adjustment bolt

and the bevel locking lever.

Turn the bevel handle until the bottom of the blade has

moved completely to the left side of the slot. Lock the

angle by pushing the bevel locking lever.

If the blade is not an exact 45°, loosen the adjustment bolt

and the bevel locking lever.

Adjust the bevel indicator to 45°.

Make a test cut.

Fig. 40

BEVEL

LOCKING

LEVER

BEVEL

HANDLE

BEVEL

INDICATOR

0º ADJUSTMENT

BOLT

FRAMING SQUARE

45º

BEVEL

LOCKING

LEVER

45º ADJUSTMENT

BOLT

BEVEL

HANDLE

BLADE

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ADJUSTMENTS

TO AJUST THE SLIDING MITER TABLE ASSEMBLY

The sliding miter table assembly has been preset at the factory to be parallel to the blade. However, misalignment during

shipping or requirements for very precise and accurate cuts may require realignment. The square relationship between

the blade and the miter fence as it travels the entire distance from the front to the rear of the miter table base during a

cut is very important for making precise and accurate cuts.

To avoid unnecessary setups and adjustments, we suggest that you check these setups carefully with a framing square

and make practice cuts in scrap wood before making finish cuts in good workpieces.

Note: Follow the general rule of measuring twice and cutting once.

Do not loosen any screws for the following adjustments until you have made checks and are sure adjustments are

needed. Once screws have been loosened, these settings must be reset.

Two basic checks should be made to determine if adjustments are necessary:

The miter base must be parallel to the blade as the table slides from the front to the rear of the miter table assembly.

The miter fence must be square to the blade when set at exactly zero (0°) on the miter table scale. This is necessary

in order to be able to use the scale on the miter table. The miter table has adjustment screws for squaring miter fence

to blade and maintaining 0° scale settings when miter base adjustments are required.

Note: These checks and adjustments are being explained in step by step procedures, however, you should be aware

that they depend upon each other.

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ADJUSTMENTS

CHECKING SLIDING MITER TABLE ASSEMBLY

To Check Miter Base Parallelism:

WARNING:

Begin by unplugging your saw. Failure to unplug saw

could result in accidental starting causing possible serious

injury.

Slide miter table to the front of miter base as far as it will

go. Place a reference mark (A) near the end of the miter

table as shown in figure 41.

Note: Front of miter base is on infeed side of saw.

Place a reference mark on one of the blade teeth (B) and

rotate the blade (C) so that the reference mark on the

blade is at the front of the throat plate (D).

Place a framing square (E) against the blade and align

with reference mark on miter table. Measure the distance

between the blade and the edge of miter table.

Note: Place framing square between carbide teeth and

measure from blade. This step will insure framing square

is square against blade from the front to back of blade.

Remove framing square and slide miter table to the rear

of miter base as far as it will go.

See Figure 42.

Rotate the blade so the reference mark on the blade is at

the rear of the throat plate. Measuring from the same

mark on the blade at the rear will eliminate the effect of

blade wobble.

Place framing square against the blade and align with the

same reference mark on the miter table. Measure the

distance between the blade and the edge of the miter

table at the rear.

Compare whether the front and rear measurements are

the same. If they are the same, proceed with checking the

miter fence alignment. If not, this indicates the miter base

needs aligning. Miter base must then be adjusted before

checking miter fence alignment. See To Adjust the Miter

Base section that follows.

Fig. 41

Fig. 42

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ADJUSTMENTS

To Check Miter Fence Alignment

See Figure 43.

The miter fence must be perpendicular to the blade when set

at zero degrees.

WARNING:

Begin by unplugging your saw. Failure to unplug saw

could result in accidental starting causing possible serious

injury.

Set the miter fence (H) at 0° as shown in figure 43. Miter

indicator (I) should be set precisely on 0° and secured in

place with adjusting clamp (F).

Note: The quick-stop is not necessary for this checking

procedure. However, you may want to check and adjust

it to 0° at this time. See

Quick-Stop

section that follows.

Place a framing square (E) firmly against the miter fence

(H) with the other side against the blade (C).

Check whether the miter fence and blade are square with

each other. With the framing square against the miter

fence there should be no gap from the front to the rear of

the blade.

If a gap exists, the miter fence may be out of square.

Rotate the blade and recheck. If there is a consistent gap

between the front and rear of the blade, the miter table

needs aligning. Follow the adjustment procedures that

follow.

MAKING ADJUSTMENTS TO SLIDING MITER

TABLE ASSEMBLY

To Adjust the Miter Table

See Figure 44.

The sliding miter table been set at the factory and, unless

damaged in shipping, should not require setting during

assembly. After extensive use, it may need to be checked.

REMEMBER: Check all settings before loosening screws for

the following procedures. Once screws have been loosened,

these settings must be reset.

Four screws secure the sliding miter table to the table

base.

Two screws (K) are used to adjust the sliding miter table

parallelism.

Loosen the two screws (K), as shown in figure 44, to

adjust fence squareness and miter table parallelism.

Follow the steps in To Check Miter Base Parallelism,

adjust the miter base so that it is parallel to the blade.

Fig. 43

Fig. 44

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ADJUSTMENTS

WARNING:

Begin by unplugging your saw. Failure to unplug saw

could result in accidental starting causing possible serious

injury.

TO ADJUST THE MITER FENCE

Set the miter fence (H) at 0° as shown in figure 46. Miter

indicator (I) should be set precisely on 0° and secured in

place with adjusting clamp (F).

There are four slides located under the sliding miter table.

These slides let the miter table move on the base. Three

slides are mounted on eccentric screws that can be

adjusted by loosening the hex nuts on top of the miter

table.

See Figure 45.

Loosen the rear hex nuts (K) on top of sliding miter table

for this adjustment procedure.

Note: The front screws are only needed to remove

excessive play in the slides due to wear from extended

use. They are not needed for this procedure. The right

front hex nut is a non-eccentric pivot and should never be

loosened.

Adjust the right rear eccentric screw from the lower side

of the miter table so that maximum play exists between

the slide and miter base.

Push left rear of miter table snugly against miter base as

shown by the arrow (M) in figure 46 and secure.

Place a framing square firmly against the miter fence, with

the other side against the blade.

Adjust left rear screw from underneath miter table until

miter fence and blade are square with each other.

Tighten hex nut securely.

Adjust right rear screw from underneath miter table to

remove excessive play.

Tighten hex nut securely.

Recheck your setups carefully. Also make sure all screws,

hex nuts, etc. have been tightened securely.

If sliding miter table assembly is still not square with the

blade, repeat the above procedures as needed.

Make sure that slides remain square to miter base edge

to prevent “cocking” which will result in excessive play in

miter table.

TO ADJUST QUICK-STOP

The quick-stop is preset at the factory to stop the miter fence

at exactly 0°. However, when sliding miter table adjustments

are made, these adjustments may cause the quick stop to

need adjusting. Check quick-stop with miter scale set at 0°.

If adjustments are needed, proceed with the following steps:

Loosen the eccentric screw holding the quick-stop.

Place the quick-stop against the miter fence with miter

scale set at 0°.

See Figure 47.

Adjust eccentric screw until it holds quick-stop securely

against miter fence.

Retighten hex nut, securing eccentric screw and quick-

stop.

Check your work. If the quick-stop is not at 0°, repeat

above steps.

Fig. 45

Fig. 46

Fig. 47

SLIDE

LIP OF BASE

ECCENTRIC

SCREW

ZERO

DEGREES

MITER FENCE

ADJUSTING

CLAMP

MITER INDICATOR

QUICK STOP AND

ECCENTRIC SCREW

HEX NUT

MITER

TABLE

STAR WASHER

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GENERAL MAINTENANCE

WARNING:

Always begin by disconnecting the power supply.

Periodically check all clamps, nuts, bolts, screws, and

belts for tightness and condition. Make sure the throat

plate is in good condition and in position.

Check the blade guard assembly.

To maintain the table surfaces, fence, and rails, periodically

apply paste wax to them and buff to provide smooth

functioning.

Protect the blade by cleaning out sawdust from underneath

the table and in the blade teeth. Use a resin solvent on the

blade teeth.

Clean plastic parts only with a soft damp cloth. DO

NOT use any aerosol or petroleum solvents.

LUBRICATION

This saw has been lubricated at the factory prior to shipment.

Following extended use, you should inspect and lubricate

the following areas to assure smooth operation.

TILT / ELEVATING MECHANISM

Add dry lube between the handle shaft and the bore of the

clamping bolt.

Add dry lube between the face of the clamping bolt and the

face of the handle shaft.

Add dry lube on the inner surfaces of the bevel locking

lever which contacts the cam.

BLADE AND BLADE WRENCH STORAGE

See Figure 48.

Your table saw has a convenient storage area specifically

designed for holding blades and blade wrenches. Remove

the knob and slide the blade and blade wrenches over the

bolt. Retighten the knob.

MITER FENCE AND RIP FENCE STORAGE

See Figure 49.

Your table saw has a convenient storage area specifically

designed for your miter fence and rip fence. Simply snap the

fence in place to hold it securely.

MAINTENANCE

Fig. 48

Fig. 49

MITER FENCE

STORAGE

RIP FENCE

STORAGE

BLADE

KNOB

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1. Blade is out of balance.

2. Blade is warped or damaged.

3. Saw is not mounted securely to a

level work surface.

1. Rip fence not mounted correctly.

2. Rails are dirty or sticky.

3. Adjustment nut needs adjusting.

1. Blade is dull.

2. Work is fed too fast.

3. Wood is warped.

4. Blade is heeling.

1. Blade not properly sharpened.

1. Positive stops need adjusting.

1. Miter gauge is misaligned.

1. Blade is dull or dirty.

2. Blade is wrong type for cut

3. Blade is mounted backwards.

1. Saw dust build up underneath

saw.

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION

Excess Vibration.

Rip fence does not operate

smoothly.

Cutting binds or burns work.

Wood edges away from rip fence

when ripping.

Saw does not make accurate

90° or 45° bevel cuts.

Saw does not make accurate

90° or 45° miter cuts.

Blade makes poor cuts.

Blade does not lower when

turning blade control handle.

1. Remount and recheck blade.

Replace if necessary

2. Replace blade immediately. See

page 29.

3. Reposition on a level surface and

tighten all mounting hardware

securely.

1. Remount the rip fence.

See page 17.

2. Wax underneath front bar of rip

fence and front rail.

3. Adjust nut counterclockwise.

1. Replace or have blade sharpened.

2. Slow the feed rate.

3. Replace wood.

4. Call Ryobi Technical Service at

1-800-525-2579

1. Have blade resharpened.

1. Adjust positive stops.

See page 31.

1. Recheck setting on miter scale.

1. Clean blade or have blade

sharpened.

2. Replace with correct type.

3. Remount blade.

1. Clean underside of saw.

TROUBLE SHOOTING

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983000-290

3-29-06 (REV:01)

ONE WORLD TECHNOLOGIES, INC.

1428 Pearman Dairy Road, Anderson, SC 29625

Phone 1-800-525-2579

www.ryobitools.com

OPERATOR'S MANUAL

10 in. (254 mm) Table Saw

BTS15

• SERVICE

Now that you have purchased your tool, should a need ever exist for repair parts or service,

simply contact your nearest Authorized Service Center. Be sure to provide all pertinent

facts when you call or visit. Please call 1-800-525-2579 for your nearest Authorized

Service Center. You can also check our web site at www.ryobitools.com for a complete

list of Authorized Service Centers.

• MODEL NO.

The model and serial numbers of your tool will be found on the data plate attached to

the tool. Please record the serial number in the space provided below.

• MODEL NUMBER BTS15

• SERIAL NUMBER

**Ampere rating

(on tool data plate) 0-2.0 2.1-3.4 3.5-5.0 5.1-7.0 7.1-12.0 12.1-16.0

Cord Length Wire Size (A.W.G.)

25' 16 16 16 16 14 14

50' 16 16 16 14 14 12

100' 16 16 14 12 10 —

CAUTION: Keep the extension cord clear of the working

area. Position the cord so that it will not get caught on workpiece,

tools, or other obstructions while you are working with a power

tool.

**Used on 12 gauge - 20 amp circuit.

EXTENSION CORD CAUTION

When using a power tool at a considerable distance from a power

source, be sure to use an extension cord that has the capacity to

handle the current the tool will draw. An undersized cord will cause

a drop in line voltage, resulting in overheating and loss of power.

Use the chart to determine the minimum wire size required in an

extension cord. Only round jacketed cords should be used.

When working with a tool outdoors, use an extension cord that

is designed for outside use. This is indicated by the letters "WA"

on the cord's jacket.

Before using any extension cord, inspect it for loose or exposed

wires and cut or worn insulation.

Ryobi® is a registered trademark of Ryobi Limited used under license.

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