OPERATOR'S MANUAL 12 in. (305 mm) Compound Miter Saw Model TS1551 - Double Insulated 2 1 1 2 3 1 2 4 1 2 1 5 2 1 6 12 2 7 12 8 12 9 1 10 2 15 30 Your new Miter 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 tool. SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE 30 45 TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction and Product Specifications ........................................................................................................................... 2 Rules for Safe Operation .............................................................................................................................................. 3-6 Glossary of Terms .............................................................................................................................................................6 Unpacking and Tools Needed ......................................................................................................................................... 7 Loose Parts .......................................................................................................................................................................8 Features ...................................................................................................................................................................... 9-11 Assembly ................................................................................................................................................................... 12-15 Adjustments .............................................................................................................................................................. 15-19 Operation .................................................................................................................................................................. 19-26 Laser Guide .............................................................................................................................................................. 27-28 Maintenance .................................................................................................................................................................. 29 Parts Ordering/Service .................................................................................................................................................. 30 INTRODUCTION Your saw has many features for making cutting operations more pleasant and enjoyable. Safety, performance, and dependability have been given top priority in the design of this saw making it easy to maintain and operate. WARNING: Do not attempt to use the tool until you have 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. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Blade Arbor Blade Diameter Rating No Load Speed Input Net Weight 1 in. (25.4 mm) 12 in. (305 mm) 120 volts, 60Hz, AC Only 3600 RPM 15 Amperes 41 lbs. (18.6 kg.) 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 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. Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means attention!!! Your safety is involved. 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 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 death or 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. 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. SYMBOL 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. DOUBLE INSULATION Double insulation is a concept in safety, in electric power tools, which eliminates the need for the usual three-wire ground 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. 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 RYOBI AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER for repair. When servicing use only identical Ryobi replacement parts. 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 related to avoiding electrical shock. 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. Page 3 RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION 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 miter saw works. ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES WITH SIDE SHIELDS. Everyday eyeglasses have only impact-resistant lenses; they are NOT safety glasses. WEAR A DUST MASK to keep from inhaling fine particles. PROTECT YOUR HEARING. Wear hearing protection during extended periods of operation. 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. DO NOT OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and clean for better and safer performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories. DISCONNECT ALL TOOLS. When not in use, before servicing, or when changing attachments, all tools should be disconnected. AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. Be sure switch is off when plugging in any tool. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Consult the operator's manual for recommended accessories. The use of improper accessories may case risk of injury. NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped or if the blade is unintentionally contacted. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before using 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. NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED, TURN THE POWER OFF. Do not leave tool until it comes to a complete stop. FIRMLY CLAMP OR BOLT your miter saw to a workbench or table at approximately hip height. USE ONLY CORRECT BLADES. Use the right blade size, style and cutting speed for material and type of cut. Do not use blades with incorrect size holes. Never use blade washers or blade bolts that are defective or incorrect. The maximum blade capacity of your saw is 12 in. KEEP BLADES CLEAN, SHARP, AND WITH SUFFICIENT SET. Sharp blades minimize stalling and kickback. DO NOT REMOVE THE SAW'S BLADE GUARDS. Never operate the saw with any guard or cover removed. Make sure all guards are operating properly before each use. KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM CUTTING AREA. Do not reach underneath work or in blade cutting path with hands and fingers for any reason. Always turn power off. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS 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 such as pipes, radiators, ranges, refrigerator enclosures. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in good working order. REMOVE WRENCHES AND ADJUSTING KEYS. Get in the habit - before turning on tool - that hex keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from tool. KEEP THE WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered work areas and work benches invite accidents. DO NOT leave tools or pieces of wood on the saw while it is in operation. DO NOT USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS. Do not use power tools near gasoline or other flammable liquids, in damp or wet locations, or expose them to rain. Keep the 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 while operating. MAKE WORKSHOP CHILDPROOF with padlocks and master switches or by removing starter keys. DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL it will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed. USE THE RIGHT TOOL FOR THE JOB. Do not force the tool or attachment to do a job it was not designed for. Use it only the way it was intended. USE THE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. Use only a cord 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. INSPECT TOOL CORDS AND EXTENSION CORDS PERIODICALLY and, if damaged, have repaired at your nearest authorized service center. Stay constantly aware of cord location and keep it well away from the moving blade. DRESS PROPERLY. Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets, or other jewelry that can get caught and draw you into moving parts. Nonslip footwear is recommended. Also wear protective hair covering to contain long hair. Page 4 RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION BLADE COASTS AFTER BEING TURNED OFF. DO NOT ABUSE CORD. Never yank cord to disconnect it from receptacle. Keep cord from heat, oil, and sharp edges. USE ONLY OUTDOOR EXTENSION CORDS. Use only extension cords with the marking "Acceptable for use with outdoor appliances; store cords indoors while not in use". Use extension cords with an electrical rating not less than the saw's rating. Always disconnect the extension cord from the outlet before disconnecting the product from the extension cord. DO NOT USE TOOL IF SWITCH DOES NOT TURN IT ON AND OFF. Have defective switches replaced by an authorized service center. 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. ALWAYS SUPPORT LONG WORKPIECES while cutting to minimize risk of blade pinching and kickback. Saw may slip, walk or slide while cutting long or heavy boards. BEFORE MAKING A CUT, be sure all adjustments are secure. BE SURE BLADE PATH IS FREE OF NAILS. Inspect for and remove all nails from lumber before cutting. NEVER TOUCH BLADE or other moving parts during use for any reason. BE SURE THE BLADE CLEARS THE WORKPIECE. Never start the saw with the blade touching the workpiece. Allow motor to come up to full speed before starting cut. MAKE SURE MITER TABLE AND SAW ARM (BEVEL FUNCTION) ARE ...