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Ryobi RTS20 User Manual

Ryobi RTS20
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OPERATOR’S MANUAL
10 in. TABLE SAW
RTS20
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Your table saw has been engineered and manufactured to our 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 RTS20 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandRyobi
ModelRTS20
CategorySaw
LanguageEnglish

Summary

General Safety Rules

Specific Safety Rules

Symbols

Service

Electrical

Extension Cords

Guidelines for selecting and using extension cords for the table saw.

Electrical Connection

Details on connecting the table saw to a suitable power supply.

Speed and Wiring

Information on tool speed and the importance of proper shop wiring.

Grounding Instructions

Instructions for safe grounding to reduce electric shock risk.

Glossary of Terms

Features

Product Specifications

Key technical specifications of the Ryobi 10 in. table saw.

Operating Components

Description of the main functional parts of the table saw.

Switch Assembly

Details on the saw's safety switch assembly and its locking feature.

Tools Needed

Loose Parts

Assembly

Unpacking

Instructions for safely unpacking the table saw and checking for parts.

Mounting Holes

Guidance on how to properly mount the table saw to a workbench or stand.

To Assemble the Quick Stand™

Steps for assembling the Quick Stand™ leg stand for the table saw.

Mounting the Table Saw Base to the Quick Stand™

Procedure to securely attach the table saw base to the assembled Quick Stand™.

To Install the Handle

Instructions for attaching the auxiliary handle to the height/bevel adjusting handwheel.

To Remove/Replace the Throat Plate

Steps for removing and reinstalling the saw's throat plate.

To Change Between a Spreader and a Riving Knife

How to switch the spreader/riving knife between through and non-through cutting positions.

To Check Saw Blade Installation

Procedure to verify the correct installation and orientation of the saw blade.

To Install the Anti-Kickback Pawls and Blade Guard

Instructions for installing the anti-kickback pawls and blade guard assembly.

To Check and Align the Spreader/Riving Knife and Saw Blade

Procedure for checking and adjusting the alignment of the spreader/riving knife and saw blade.

To Assemble the Sliding Table Assembly

Steps for assembling and installing the sliding table extension.

To Install Indicator

Instructions for installing the sliding table indicator.

To Install Dust Bag

Procedure for attaching the dust bag to the saw's dust chute.

To Store the Table Saw Accessories

Guidance on storing table saw accessories on the unit.

Operation

Applications

Lists the intended uses and applications for the table saw.

Basic Operation of the Table Saw

Fundamental steps for operating the table saw safely and correctly.

Causes of Kickback

Explains common causes of kickback and potential hazards.

Avoiding Kickback

Provides essential tips and procedures to prevent kickback incidents.

Cutting Aids

Description and use of push sticks and push blocks for safer cutting.

Auxiliary Fence

Information about auxiliary fences for specific cutting tasks.

How to Make and Attach an Auxiliary Fence

Instructions for constructing and mounting an auxiliary fence.

How to Make a Jig (for Rip Cutting Narrow Workpiece)

Guide to creating a jig for safely ripping narrow workpieces.

Featherboard

Explanation of featherboards for workpiece control during ripping.

How to Make a Featherboard

Steps for making a featherboard using the table saw.

How to Mount a Featherboard

Procedure for correctly mounting a featherboard for safe operation.

Types of Cuts

Overview of basic cuts (cross, rip, miter, bevel, compound) and their characteristics.

Cutting Tips

General advice and best practices for making various types of cuts.

To Change Blade Depth

Steps for adjusting the saw blade's cutting depth for different workpieces.

To Change Blade Angle (Bevel)

Procedure for setting and locking the blade's bevel angle for angled cuts.

To Adjust the Bevel Indicator

How to calibrate the bevel indicator for accurate angle readings.

To Use the Rip Fence

Instructions for properly positioning and securing the rip fence for rip cuts.

To Set the Rip Fence Scale Indicator to the Blade

Procedure for calibrating the rip fence scale indicator for precise measurements.

To Use the Miter Gauge

How to use the miter gauge for accurate cross and angled cuts.

To Use the Miter Gauge in a Reverse Position

Guidance on using the miter gauge in a reversed orientation for larger workpieces.

To Use the Sliding Table Extension

Instructions for extending the saw table for larger workpieces.

To Use the Outfeed Support

How to extend and use the outfeed support for long workpieces.

Heeling (Paralleling) the Blade to the Miter Gauge Groove

Procedure to ensure the blade is parallel to the miter gauge groove for safe cutting.

Making Cuts

General introduction to making various types of cuts on the table saw.

To Make a Cross Cut

Step-by-step guide for performing a standard cross cut.

Making a Rip Cut

Detailed instructions for making a rip cut along the length of the workpiece.

Making a Miter Cut

Step-by-step guide for performing a miter cut using the miter gauge.

Making a Bevel Cross Cut

Instructions for making a cross cut with the blade set at an angle.

Making a Bevel Rip Cut

Instructions for making a rip cut with the blade set at an angle.

Making a Compound (Bevel) Miter Cut

Procedure for making cuts with both angled blade and angled workpiece.

Making a Large Panel Cut

Guidance for safely cutting large panels on the table saw.

Making a Non-Through Cut

Procedure for making cuts that do not go through the entire workpiece thickness.

Making a Dado Cut

Instructions for making dado cuts using an optional dado throat plate.

Adjustments

To Replace the Blade

Step-by-step guide for safely removing and installing saw blades.

To Set the Blade at 0° and 45°

Procedure for accurately setting the blade to 0° (90° cut) and 45° angles.

Maintenance

General Maintenance

Routine care and cleaning procedures for the table saw's components.

Lubrication

Information regarding the lubrication requirements for the tool's bearings.

Troubleshooting

Parts and Service

How to Obtain Replacement Parts

Information on purchasing replacement parts for the table saw.

How to Locate an Authorized Service Center

Guidance on finding local authorized service centers for repairs.

How to Obtain Customer or Technical Support

Contact information for customer and technical support assistance.

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