OPERATOR'S MANUAL 5-1/2 in. CORDLESS CIRCULAR SAW MODEL NO. R10630 SPECIFICATIONS: Blade Diameter Blade Arbor Cutting Depth at 0° Cutting Depth at 45° No Load Speed Motor Charge Rate Charger Rating 5-1/2 in. (140 mm) 3/8 in. (10 mm) 1-9/16 in. (40 mm) 1-1/8 in. (29 mm) 4,200 RPM 18 Volt DC 1 Hour 120 Volts, 60 Hz, AC THANK YOU FOR BUYING A RYOBI CORDLESS CIRCULAR SAW. Your new cordless circular saw has been engineered and manufactured to Ryobi's high standard for dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety. Properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance. CAUTION: Carefully read through this entire operator's manual before using your new cordless circular saw. Pay close attention to the Rules for Safe Operation, Warnings, and Cautions. If you use your cordless circular saw properly and only for what it is intended, you will enjoy years of safe, reliable service. Thank you again for buying Ryobi tools. SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE TABLE OF CONTENTS I Table of Contents ............................................................................................................... 2 I Accessories ........................................................................................................................ 2 I Unpacking .......................................................................................................................... 2 I Rules For Safe Operation ............................................................................................... 3-5 A. Important Safety Rules For Battery Tools ................................................................... 4 B. Important Safety Instructions For Charger .................................................................. 4 C. Important Safety Instructions For Circular Saws ......................................................... 5 I Features .......................................................................................................................... 6-7 I Operation ...................................................................................................................... 8-18 I Maintenance ..................................................................................................................... 19 I Battery Pack Removal and Preparation For Recycling ..................................................... 19 I Parts Ordering / Service ................................................................................................... 20 Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means attention!!! Your safety is involved. ACCESSORIES The following recommended accessories are current and were available at the time this manual was printed. I 5-1/2 in. (140 mm) Thin Kerf Blade UNPACKING Your circular saw has been shipped completely assembled except for the blade. Inspect it carefully to make sure no breakage or damage has occurred during shipping. If any parts are damaged or missing, contact your nearest Ryobi Authorized Service Center to obtain replacement parts before attempting to operate saw. A blade, blade wrench, and this operator's manual are also included. 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. WARNING: 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 power 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. Page 2 RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION 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 SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL: Indicates danger, warning, or caution. May be used in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs. DANGER: Failure to obey a safety warning will result in serious injury to yourself or to others. Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury. WARNING: Failure to obey a safety warning can result in serious injury to yourself or to others. Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury. CAUTION: Failure to obey a safety warning may result in property damage or personal injury to yourself or to others. Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury. NOTE: Advises you of information or instructions vital to the operation or maintenance of the equipment. I WARNING: Do not attempt to operate this tool until you have read thoroughly and understand completely all instructions, safety rules, etc. contained in this manual. Failure to comply can result in accidents involving fire, electric shock, or serious personal injury. Save operator's manual and review frequently for continuing safe operation, and instructing others who may use this tool. DON'T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed. USE RIGHT TOOL. Don't force small tool or attachment to do the job of a heavy duty tool. Don't use tool for purpose not intended - for example - A circular saw should never be used for cutting tree limbs or logs. WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry that can get caught in tool's moving parts and cause personal injury. Rubber gloves and nonskid footwear are recommended when working outdoors. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair and keep it from being drawn into nearby air vents. ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES. Everyday eyeglasses have only impact-resistant lenses; they are NOT safety glasses. PROTECT YOUR LUNGS. Wear a face mask or dust mask if operation is dusty. PROTECT YOUR HEARING. Wear hearing protection during extended periods of operation. SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work. It's safer than using your hand and it frees both hands to operate tool. DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Do not use while standing on a ladder or unstable support. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp at all times, and clean for best and safest performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories. I I READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS I KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL. Read operator's manual carefully. Learn its 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 WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents. AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Don't use power tool in damp or wet locations or expose to rain. Keep work area well lit. 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. STORE IDLE TOOLS. When not in use tools should be stored in a dry and high or locked-up place - out of the reach of children. Page 3 I I I I I I I I I I I RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION (Continued) I REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from tool before turning it on. NEVER USE IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE. Normal sparking of the motor could ignite flammable liquids, gases, or fumes. KEEP HANDLES DRY, CLEAN, AND FREE FROM OIL AND GREASE. Always use a clean cloth when cleaning. Never use brake fluids, gasoline, petroleumbased products or any strong solvents to clean your tool. STAY ALERT. Watch what you are doing and use common sense. Do not operate tool when you are tired. Do not rush. 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 should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service center unless indicated elsewhere in this operator's manual. DO NOT USE TOOL IF SWITCH DOES NOT TURN IT ON AND OFF. Have defective switches replaced by an authorized service center. DRUGS, ALCOHOL, MEDICATION. Do not operate tool while under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or any medication. CUTTING INTO ELECTRICAL WIRING IN WALLS AND FLOORS CAN CAUSE THE BLADE AND METAL PARTS TO BECOME ELECTRICALLY LIVE. Do not touch metal parts when cutting into walls and floors; grasp only the insulated handle(s) provided on the tool. Make sure hidden electrical wiring, water pipes, and mechanical hazards are not in the blade path when cutting into a wall or floor. INSPECT FOR and remove all nails from lumber before cutting. I I I DO NOT CHARGE BATTERY TOOL IN A DAMP OR WET LOCATION. Your battery tool should be charged in a location where the temperature is more than 50°F but less than 100°F. Under extreme usage or temperature conditions, battery leakage may occur. If liquid comes in contact with your skin, wash immediately with soap and water, then neutralize with lemon juice or vinegar. If liquid gets in your eyes, flush them with clean water for at least 10 minutes, then seek immediate medical attention. If carrying your battery tool at your side, make sure it is not running and your finger is not on the switch. Avoid accidental starting. SECURE WORK before applying power. NEVER hold workpiece in your hand or across your legs. WHEN SERVICING USE ONLY IDENTICAL REPLACEMENT PARTS. I I I I I I I IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR CHARGER I SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. This manual contains important safety and operating instructions for battery charger part numbers 1400667 and 1400677. Before using battery charger, read all instructions and cautionary markings in this manual, on battery charger, and product using battery charger. I I I WARNING: To reduce risk of injury, charge only nickel-cadmium type rechargeable batteries. Other types of batteries may burst causing personal injury and damage. I I Do not expose charger to rain or snow. Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by the battery charger manufacturer may result in a risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons. To reduce risk of damage to charger body and cord, pull by charger body rather than cord when disconnecting charger. Make sure cord is located so that it will not be stepped on, tripped over, or otherwise subjected to damage or stress. An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely necessary. Use of improper extension cord could result in a risk of fire and electric shock. If extension cord must be used, make sure: a. That pins on plug of extension cord are the same number, size and shape as those of plug on charger. b. That extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition; and I I I IMPORTANT SAFETY RULES FOR BATTERY TOOLS I Battery tools do not have to be plugged into an electrical outlet; therefore, they are always in an operating condition. Be aware of possible hazards when carrying your battery tool, when making adjustments to it, or when changing accessories. USE ONLY THE CHARGER PROVIDED WITH YOUR BATTERY TOOL. Do not substitute any other charger. Use of another charger could cause batteries to explode causing possible serious injury. DO NOT PLACE BATTERY TOOLS OR THEIR BATTERIES NEAR FIRE OR HEAT. They may explode. I I I I Page 4 RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION (Continued) That wire size is large enough for AC ampere rating of charger as specified below: Cord Length (Feet) 25' 50' 100' Cord Size (AWG) 16 16 16 NOTE: AWG = American Wire Gage I DO NOT OPERATE CHARGER WITH A DAMAGED CORD OR PLUG. If damaged, have replaced immediately by a qualified serviceman. Do not operate charger if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped, or otherwise damaged in any way; take it to a qualified serviceman. Do not disassemble charger; take it to a authorized serviceman when service or repair is required. Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of electric shock or fire. To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug charger from outlet before attempting any maintenance or cleaning. Turning off controls will not reduce this risk. Do not use charger outdoors. Disconnect charger from power supply when not in use. c. operation requires the resting of the saw on the workpiece, the saw should be rested on the larger portion and the smaller piece cut ...