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Ryobi P501 User Manual

Ryobi P501
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OPERATOR’S MANUAL
5-1/2 in., 18 VOLT
CIRCULAR SAW
P501
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Your circular saw has been engineered and manufactured to Ryobi’s high standard for dependability, ease of operation,
and operator safety. When 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.
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Ryobi P501 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandRyobi
ModelP501
CategorySaw
LanguageEnglish

Summary

General Safety Rules

Specific Safety Rules

Blade Safety and Guard Operation

Keep hands away from blade, check lower guard function, and support work.

Kickback Prevention and Control

Understand kickback causes and apply precautions like firm grip and body positioning.

Panel Support and Blade Maintenance

Support large panels and use sharp, undamaged blades to prevent binding.

Safety Rules for Charger

Charger Usage Warnings

Read all instructions. Use specified batteries and charger, avoid wet conditions.

Charger Maintenance and Safety

Do not use damaged chargers. Unplug before cleaning; disconnect when not in use.

Symbols Explanation

Safety and Warning Symbols

Covers symbols for wet conditions, manual reading, eye protection, and general safety alerts.

Hand Safety Symbols

Multiple "No Hands" symbols warning against keeping hands away from the blade.

Eye Protection Warning

Warning about eye injury from thrown objects and necessity of safety goggles.

Features and Assembly

Assembly Safety Warnings

Warnings regarding missing parts, tool modification, and battery removal during assembly.

Assembly Procedures

Attaching and Removing the Blade

Step-by-step guide for safely attaching and removing the saw blade.

Operation Basics

Kickback Prevention

Understanding Kickback

Explanation of kickback and the actions that cause it.

Avoiding Kickback Practices

Lists dangerous practices causing kickback and essential safety practices to prevent it.

Alertness During Saw Operation

Warning to stay alert and maintain control while operating the saw.

Saw Operation Details

Blade Depth Adjustment

Adjusting Blade Depth Correctly

How to set the blade depth to avoid kickback and ensure cut quality.

Bevel Adjustment Knob Tightening Warning

Warning about serious injury risk if bevel adjustment knob is not securely tightened.

Operating the Saw Safely

Saw Handling and Control

Importance of maintaining proper control of the saw for safe operation.

Blade Exposure During Lifting

Danger warning about exposed blade when lifting; ensure guard is closed.

Cutting Techniques

Bevel Cutting Procedures

Pocket Cutting

Pocket Cutting Safety Precautions

Set bevel to zero, raise guard, cut forward; never tie guard up.

Reverse Cutting Warning

Warning that cutting in reverse direction during pocket cuts may cause kickback.

Service and Parts

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