Ryobi RJ150V-01 User Manual

OPERATOR'S MANUAL
RECIPROCATING SAW
RJ150V-01

DOUBLE INSULATED

SPECIFICATIONS:

Length of stroke 1 in. (25.4mm)
Strokes per minute 0-2300 spm
Switch Adjustable variable speed
Rating 120 volts, 60 Hz, AC
Input 6.0 amps
Net weight 6.5 lbs.

THANK YOU FOR BUYING A RYOBI RECIPROCATING SAW.

Your new 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 saw. Pay close attention
to the Rules for Safe Operation, Warnings, and Cautions. If you use your 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

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 warning or caution. May be used in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs.
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.

DOUBLE INSULATION

Your Ryobi power tool is double insulated. This means you
are separated from the tool's electrical system by two complete
sets of electrical insulation. This extra layer of insulation is
intended to protect the user from electrical shock due to a
break in the wiring insulation. All exposed metal parts are
isolated from the internal metal motor components with
protecting insulation. Double insulated tools do not need to
be grounded.

WARNING:

The double insulated system is intended to protect the
user from shock resulting from a break in the tool's
internal wiring. Observe all normal safety precautions
related to avoiding electrical shock.

WARNING:

The operation of any reciprocating saw 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.

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

FACTORY SERVICE CENTER or other AUTHORIZED
SERVICE ORGANIZATION for repair. When servicing

use only identical Ryobi replacement parts.

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.

Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions.
It means attention!!! Your safety is involved.

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READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS

■ 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 GUARDS IN PLACE and in working order.

■ 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 visi-
tors 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, high or locked-up place ­out of the reach of children.

■ 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 attach-
ment to do the job of a heavy duty tool. Don't use tool
for purpose not intended - for example - Don't use
a circular saw for cutting tree limbs or logs.

■ WEAR PROPER APPAREL. No loose clothing or
jewelry to get caught in moving parts. Rubber
gloves and nonskid footwear are recommended
when working outdoors. Also, wear protective hair
covering to contain long hair and keep it from being
drawn into air vents.

■ ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES. Everyday
eyeglasses have only impact-resistant lenses; they
are NOT safety glasses.

■ PROTECT YOUR LUNGS. Wear a face or dust
mask if operation is dusty.

■ PROTECT YOUR HEARING. Wear hearing pro-
tection during extended periods of operation.

■ DON'T ABUSE CORD. Never carry tool by cord or
yank it to disconnect from receptacle. Keep cord
away from heat, oil and sharp edges.

■ SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold
work. Both hands are needed to operate the tool.

■ DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times. Do not use 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.

■ DISCONNECT TOOLS. When not in use, before
servicing, or when changing attachments, blades,
bits, cutters, etc., all tools should be disconnected
from power supply.

■ REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES.

Form habit of checking to see that keys and adjust­ing wrenches are removed from tool before turning
it on.

■ AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. Don't carry
plugged-in tools with finger on switch. Be sure
switch is off when plugging in.

■ MAKE SURE YOUR EXTENSION CORD IS IN
GOOD CONDITION. When using an extension

cord, be sure to use one 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 12 is recommended for an extension cord
100 feet or less in length. A cord exceeding 100 feet
is not recommended. If in doubt, use the next
heavier gage. The smaller the gage number, the
heavier the cord.

■ OUTDOOR USE EXTENSION CORDS. When tool
is used outdoors, use only extension cords in­tended for use outdoors and so marked.

■ KEEP BLADES CLEAN AND SHARP. Sharp
blades minimize stalling and kickback. Also, keep
blades properly tightened at all times.

■ KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM CUTTING AREA.

Keep hands away from blades. Do not reach under­neath work while blade is cutting. Do not attempt to
remove material while blade is cutting.

■ NEVER USE IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE.

Normal sparking of the motor could ignite fumes.

■ INSPECT TOOL CORDS PERIODICALLY and if
damaged, have repaired by an authorized service
center. Stay constantly aware of cord location.

■ INSPECT EXTENSION CORDS PERIODICALLY

and replace if damaged.

■ KEEP HANDLES 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 strong solvents to
clean your tool.

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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION (Continued)

■ 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
instruction manual.

■ DO NOT USE TOOL IF SWITCH DOES NOT
TURN IT ON AND OFF. Have switches replaced by

an authorized service center.

■ CUTTING INTO ELECTRICAL WIRING IN WALLS
CAN CAUSE BLADE AND METAL PARTS TO
BECOME ELECTRICALLY LIVE. Grasp only the

handle(s) provided on the tool and be sure that
hidden electrical wiring, water pipes, or any me­chanical hazards are not in blade path.

■ Inspect for and remove all nails from timber before
cutting.

■ DRUGS, ALCOHOL, MEDICATION. Do not oper-
ate tool while under the influence of drugs, alcohol,
or any medication.

■ WHEN SERVICING USE ONLY IDENTICAL
RYOBI REPLACEMENT PARTS.

■ POLARIZED PLUGS. To reduce the risk of electric
shock, this tool has a polarized plug (one blade is
wider than the other). This plug will fit in a polarized
outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the
outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact
a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet. Do
not change the plug in any way.

■ WARNING: TO AVOID POSSIBLE SERIOUS IN­JURY, KEEP HANDS AND FINGERS FROM BE­TWEEN THE MOTOR HOUSING AND SAW
BLADE CLAMP.

■ SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Refer to them
frequently and use them to instruct others who may
use this tool. If you loan someone this tool, loan
them these instructions also.

EXTENSION CORDS

The use of any extension cord will cause some loss of power.
To keep the loss to a minimum and to prevent tool overheating,
use an extension cord that is heavy enough to carry the
current the tool will draw.

A wire gage size (A.W.G.) of at least 14 is recommended for
an extension cord 50 feet or less in length. A wire gage size
(A.W.G.) of at least 12 is recommended for an extension cord
50 - 100 feet in length. When working outdoors, use an
extension cord that is suitable for outdoor use. The cord's
jacket will be marked WA.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING:

If any parts are missing, do not operate your saw until the
missing parts are replaced. Failure to do so could result
in possible serious personal injury.

CAUTION:

Keep extension cords away from the cutting area and
position the cord so that it will not get caught on lumber,
tools, etc. during cutting operation.

WARNING:

Check extension cords before each use. If damaged
replace immediately. Never use tool with a damaged cord
since touching the damaged area could cause electrical
shock resulting in serious injury.

WARNING:

Do not allow familiarity with your saw to make you
careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second
is sufficient to inflict severe injury.

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OPERATION

UNPACKING

Your saw has been shipped completely assembled and
ready for use. 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 dealer to
obtain replacement parts before attempting to operate saw.
An operator's manual and warranty registration are also
included.

VARIABLE SPEED

CONTROL SELECTOR

LOCK-ON

BUTTON

FLAT HEAD SCREW

(FOR FLUSH CUTTING)

KNOW YOUR RECIPROCATING SAW

Before attempting to use your saw, familiarize yourself with all
operating features and safety requirements.

See Figure 1.

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION

Your saw has a precision built electric motor. It should be
connected to a power supply that is 120 volts, 60 Hz, AC
only (normal household current). Do not operate this tool
on direct current (DC). A substantial voltage drop will cause
a loss of power and the motor will over heat. If your tool does
not operate when plugged into an outlet, double-check the
power supply.

TO ROTATE BASE

ASSEMBLY DOWN

BASE

ASSEMBLY

ALLEN

WRENCH HOLDER

ALLEN WRENCH

TRIGGER

BLADE

CLAMP HOLE

TO ROTATE BASE

ASSEMBLY UP

BLADE

BLADE

CLAMP

PIN

SET SCREW

(SECURES BASE ASSEMBLY)

BLADE
CLAMP

SCREW

Fig. 1

ALLEN WRENCH HOLDER

A convenient feature on your saw is an allen wrench holder.
It is located on the bottom portion of your saw's handle. It is

convenient for storing allen wrench when not in use.

Figure 1.

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