Ryobi OJ1802, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...safety When properly cared for the saw will give you years of rugged trouble free performance WARNING To reduce the risk of injury the user must read and understand the operator s manual before using...

Page 2: ...ng it easy to maintain and operate WARNING Do not attempt to use this product until you read thor oughly and understand completely the operator s manual Pay close attention to the safety rules includ...

Page 3: ...in personal in jury Do not overreach Keep proper footing and balance at all times Proper footing and balance enable better control of the tool in unexpected situations Use safety equipment Always wear...

Page 4: ...must be performed only by qualified repair personnel Service or maintenance per formed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury When servicing a tool use only identical replace ment p...

Page 5: ...e 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 c Tha...

Page 6: ...se 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 t...

Page 7: ...Cutting plastics and laminatess PACKING LIST Orbital Jig Saw Battery Pack Blades 2 Charger Carrying Case Operator s Manual WARNING If any parts are missing do not operate your tool until the missing...

Page 8: ...is saw are available from your nearest Ryobi dealer Ryobi recommends the use of T shank style blades If U shank style blades are used they should be high quality hardened steel FEATURES LOCK OFF BUTTO...

Page 9: ...9 FEATURES Fig 1 TRIGGER SWITCH BATTERY PACK LOCK OFF BUTTON ORBITAL ADJUSTMENT KNOB TOOL LESS BLADE CLAMP BLADE STORAGE AREA SAW BLADE...

Page 10: ...for storing extra blades and storing blades when not in use To open Push the door down with your thumb or finger Place blades in blade storage compartment To close Push the door up with your thumb or...

Page 11: ...ode and should switch to fast charge mode within 5 minutes When charger is in fast charge mode the red light will come on If after a period of 15 minutes the yellow and green lights remain on remove t...

Page 12: ...before beginning operation CAUTION When placing the battery pack on the tool make sure that the raised rib inside the tool aligns with the groove on the battery pack and that the latches snap into pl...

Page 13: ...rbital motion the blade cuts through your work in the upstroke but does not drag across your work in the downstroke The higher settings should be used when fast cutting in soft material is desired The...

Page 14: ...ts the positive stop notches on the rear of the base are not used Tighten the base pivot screws securely Return hex key to storage compartment on base NOTE The wide slot in the base must be used when...

Page 15: ...crews and slide base forward See Figure 9 Always set the cutting angle at 0 for splinter free cutting To set cutting angle at 0 align the 0 mark on the scale with the edge of the motor housing NOTE Wh...

Page 16: ...eries Handling of these batteries especially when wearing rings and jewelry could result in serious burn To obtain the longest possible battery life we suggest the following Storing or charging the ba...

Page 17: ...17 NOTES...

Page 18: ...provide all relevant information when you call or visit For the location of the authorized service center nearest you please call 1 800 525 2579 or visit us online at www ryobitools com The model num...