Ryobi RTS1526RG, RTS1825RG Original Instructions Manual
ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS
Table Saw
RTS1526RG
RTS1825RG
Important!
It is essential that you read the instructions in this manual before assembling,
operating and maintaining this machine.
Subject to technical modification.
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GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING
Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations
and specifications provided with this power tool.
Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in
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Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mainsoperated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless)
power tool.
WORK AREA SAFETY
Ŷ Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark
areas invite accidents.
Ŷ Do not operate power tools in explosive
atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable
liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks
which may ignite the dust or fumes.
Ŷ Keep children and bystanders away while operating
a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose
control.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
Ŷ Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never
modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter
plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools.
Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk
of electric shock.
Ŷ Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded
surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges and
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric
shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
Ŷ Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.
Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of
electric shock.
Ŷ Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for
carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool.
Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or
moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase
the risk of electric shock.
Ŷ When operating a power tool outdoors, use an
extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a
cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric
shock.
Ŷ If operating a power tool in a damp location is
unavoidable, use a residual current device (RCD)
protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces the risk of
electric shock.
PERSONAL SAFETY
Ŷ Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use
common sense when operating a power tool. Do
not use a power tool while you are tired or under the
influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment
of inattention while operating power tools may result in
serious personal injury.
Ŷ Use personal protective equipment. Always wear
eye protection. Protective equipment such as a dust
mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing
protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce
personal injuries.
Ŷ Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch
is in the off -position before connecting to power
source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying
the tool. Carrying power tools with your finger on the
switch or energising power tools that have the switch
on invites accidents.
Ŷ Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning
the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to
a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal
injury.
Ŷ Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance
at all times. This enables better control of the power
tool in unexpected situations.
Ŷ Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewellery. Keep your hair and clothing away from
moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can
be caught in moving parts.
Ŷ If devices are provided for the connection of dust
extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are
connected and properly used. Use of dust collection
can reduce dust-related hazards.
Ŷ Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use of
tools allow you to become complacent and ignore
tool safety principles. A careless action can cause
severe injury within a fraction of a second.
POWER TOOL USE AND CARE
Ŷ Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power
tool for your application. The correct power tool will
do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was
designed.
Ŷ Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn
it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled
with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
Ŷ Disconnect the plug from the power source and/
or remove the battery pack, if detachable, from
the power tool before making any adjustments,
changing accessories, or storing power tools. Such
preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting
the power tool accidentally.
Ŷ Store idle power tools out of the reach of children
and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power
tool or these instructions to operate the power tool.
Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained
users.
Ŷ Maintain power tools and accessories. Check for
misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage
of parts and any other condition that may affect the
power tool’s operation. If damaged, have the power
tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused
by poorly maintained power tools.
Ŷ Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are
less likely to bind and are easier to control.
Ŷ Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc.
in accordance with these instructions, taking into
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account the working conditions and the work to
be performed. Use of the power tool for operations
different from those intended could result in a
hazardous situation.
Ŷ Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean
and free from oil and grease. Slippery handles and
grasping surfaces do not allow for safe handling and
control of the tool in unexpected situations.
SERVICE
Ŷ Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair
person using only identical replacement parts.
This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is
maintained.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR TABLE SAWS
GUARDING RELATED WARNINGS
Ŷ Keep guards in place. Guards must be in working
order and be properly mounted. A guard that is
loose, damaged, or is not functioning correctly must be
repaired or replaced.
Ŷ Always use saw blade guard and riving knife for
every through–cutting operation. For through-
cutting operations where the saw blade cuts completely
through the thickness of the workpiece, the guard and
other safety devices help reduce the risk of injury.
Ŷ Immediately reattach the guarding system after
completing an operation (such as rebating or
resawing cuts) which requires removal of the
guard. The guard and riving knife help to reduce the
risk of injury.
Ŷ Make sure the saw blade is not contacting the
guard, riving knife or the workpiece before the
switch is turned on. Inadvertent contact of these items
with the saw blade could cause a hazardous condition.
Ŷ Adjust the riving knife as described in this
instruction manual. Incorrect spacing, positioning
and alignment can make the riving knife ineffective in
reducing the likelihood of kickback.
Ŷ For the riving knife device to work, it must be
engaged in the workpiece. The riving knife is
ineffective when cutting workpieces that are too short to
be engaged with the riving knife. Under these conditions
a kickback cannot be prevented by the riving knife.
Ŷ Use the appropriate saw blade for the riving knife.
For the riving knife to function properly, the saw blade
diameter must match the appropriate riving knife and
the body of the saw blade must be thinner than the
thickness of the riving knife and the cutting width of the
saw blade must be wider than the thickness of the riving
knife.
CUTTING PROCEDURES WARNINGS
DANGER
Never place your fingers or hands in the vicinity or
in line with the saw blade. A moment of inattention or
a slip could direct your hand towards the saw blade and
result in serious personal injury.
Ŷ Feed the workpiece into the saw blade only against
the direction of rotation. Feeding the workpiece in the
same direction that the saw blade is rotating above the
table may result in the workpiece, and your hand, being
pulled into the saw blade.
Ŷ Never use the mitre gauge to feed the workpiece
when ripping and do not use the rip fence as a
length stop when cross cutting with the mitre
gauge. Guiding the workpiece with the rip fence and the
mitre gauge at the same time increases the likelihood of
saw blade binding and kickback.
Ŷ When ripping, always apply the workpiece feeding
force between the fence and the saw blade. Use a
push stick when the distance between the fence
and the saw blade is less than 150 mm, and use a
push block when this distance is less than 50 mm.
“Work helping” devices will keep your hand at a safe
distance from the saw blade.
Ŷ Use only the push stick provided by the
manufacturer or constructed in accordance with
the instructions. This push stick provides sufficient
distance of the hand from the saw blade.
Ŷ Never use a damaged or cut push stick. A damaged
push stick may break causing your hand to slip into the
saw blade.
Ŷ Do not perform any operation “freehand”. Always
use either the rip fence or the mitre gauge to
position and guide the workpiece. “Freehand” means
using your hands to support or guide the workpiece, in
lieu of a rip fence or mitre gauge. Freehand sawing
leads to misalignment, binding and kickback.
Ŷ Never reach around or over a rotating saw blade.
Reaching for a workpiece may lead to accidental
contact with the moving saw blade.
Ŷ Provide auxiliary workpiece support to the rear
and/or sides of the saw table for long and/or wide
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workpiece has a tendency to pivot on the table’s edge,
causing loss of control, saw blade binding and kickback.
Ŷ Feed workpiece at an even pace. Do not bend or
twist the workpiece. If jamming occurs, turn the
product off immediately, unplug the product then
clear the jam. Jamming the saw blade by the workpiece
can cause kickback or stall the motor.
Ŷ Do not remove pieces of cut-off material while the
saw is running. The material may become trapped
between the fence or inside the saw blade guard and
the saw blade pulling your fingers into the saw blade.
Turn the saw off and wait until the saw blade stops
before removing material.
Ŷ Use an auxiliary fence in contact with the table top
when ripping workpieces less than 2 mm thick. A
thin workpiece may wedge under the rip fence and
create a kickback.
KICKBACK CAUSES AND RELATED WARNINGS
Kickback is a sudden reaction of the workpiece due to a
pinched, jammed saw blade or misaligned line of cut in the
workpiece with respect to the saw blade or when a part
of the workpiece binds between the saw blade and the rip
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the workpiece is lifted from the table by the rear portion of
the saw blade and is propelled towards the operator.
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operating procedures or conditions and can be avoided by
taking proper precautions as given below.
Ŷ Never stand directly in line with the saw blade.
Always position your body on the same side of
the saw blade as the fence. Kickback may propel the
workpiece at high velocity towards anyone standing in
front and in line with the saw blade.
Ŷ Never reach over or in back of the saw blade to pull
or to support the workpiece. Accidental contact with
the saw blade may occur or kickback may drag your
fingers into the saw blade.
Ŷ Never hold and press the workpiece that is being
cut off against the rotating saw blade. Pressing
the workpiece being cut off against the saw blade will
create a binding condition and kickback.
Ŷ Align the fence to be parallel with the saw blade. A
misaligned fence will pinch the workpiece against the
saw blade and create kickback.
Ŷ Use a featherboard to guide the workpiece against
the table and fence when making non-through cuts
such as rebating or resawing cuts. A featherboard
helps to control the workpiece in the event of a kickback.
Ŷ Support large panels to minimise the risk of saw
blade pinching and kickback. Large panels tend to
sag under their own weight. Support(s) must be placed
under all portions of the panel overhanging the table
top.
Ŷ Use extra caution when cutting a workpiece that
is twisted, knotted, warped or does not have a
straight edge to guide it with a mitre gauge or along
the fence. A warped, knotted, or twisted workpiece is
unstable and causes misalignment of the kerf with the
saw blade, binding and kickback.
Ŷ Never cut more than one workpiece, stacked
vertically or horizontally. The saw blade could pick
up one or more pieces and cause kickback.
Ŷ When restarting the saw with the saw blade in the
workpiece, centre the saw blade in the kerf so that
the saw teeth are not engaged in the material. If the
saw blade binds, it may lift up the workpiece and cause
kickback when the saw is restarted.
Ŷ Keep saw blades clean, sharp, and with sufficient
set. Never use warped saw blades or saw blades
with cracked or broken teeth. Sharp and properly set
saw blades minimise binding, stalling and kickback.
TABLE SAW OPERATING PROCEDURE WARNINGS
Ŷ Turn off the table saw and disconnect the power
cord when removing the table insert, changing
the saw blade or making adjustments to the riving
knife or saw blade guard, and when the machine
is left unattended. Precautionary measures will avoid
accidents.
Ŷ Never leave the table saw running unattended. Turn
it off and don’t leave the product until it comes to
a complete stop. An unattended running saw is an
uncontrolled hazard.
Ŷ Locate the table saw in a well-lit and level area
where you can maintain good footing and balance.
It should be installed in an area that provides
enough room to easily handle the size of your
workpiece. Cramped, dark areas, and uneven slippery
floors invite accidents.
Ŷ Frequently clean and remove sawdust from under
the saw table and/or the dust collection device.
Accumulated sawdust is combustible and may selfignite.
Ŷ The table saw must be secured. A table saw that is
not properly secured may move or tip over.
Ŷ Remove tools, wood scraps, etc. from the table
before the table saw is turned on. Distraction or a
potential jam can be dangerous.
Ŷ Always use saw blades with correct size and shape
(diamond versus round) of arbour holes. Saw
blades that do not match the mounting hardware of the
saw will run off-centre, causing loss of control.
Ŷ Never use damaged or incorrect saw blade
mounting means such as flanges, saw blade
washers, bolts or nuts. These mounting means were
specially designed for your saw, for safe operation and
optimum performance.
Ŷ Never stand on the table saw, do not use it as a
stepping stool. Serious injury could occur if the
product is tipped or if the cutting tool is accidentally
contacted.
Ŷ Make sure that the saw blade is installed to rotate
in the proper direction. Do not use grinding wheels,
wire brushes, or abrasive wheels on a table saw.
Improper saw blade installation or use of accessories
not recommended may cause serious injury.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY WARNINGS FOR TABLE
SAWS
Ŷ This product is not intended for use by persons
(including children) with reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities, or lack of experience
and knowledge, unless they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning use of the
appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do
not play with the product.
Ŷ Setup or fix the machine in a stable position appropriate
for the work being done. This could be mounted on a
workbench, leg support or fixed to the floor.
Ŷ If fitted, set the adjustable leg extension to achieve a
level stable platform to work on.
Ŷ Working at the proper height, using good working
posture, will help prevent strain or other injuries during
operation.
Ŷ Provide adequate general or localised lighting to
prevent stroboscopic effect and hazards.
Ŷ Wear suitable personal protective equipment when
necessary. This includes hearing protection to reduce
the risk of hearing loss, respiratory protection to reduce
the risk of inhaling harmful dust, sturdy gloves when
handling saw blades and rough material.
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Ŷ Always wear safety goggles when using the machine. It
is recommended to wear sturdy non slipping shoes with
toe caps to protect from objects falling from the table.
Ŷ The dust produced when using this tool may be harmful
to your health, inflammable or explosive. Do not inhale
the dust. Use a dust extraction system and wear a
suitable dust protection mask. Remove deposited dust
thoroughly, e.g., with a brush and vacuum cleaner.
Ŷ Keep the floor in the working area free from excessive
sawdust, cut-offs and power cables. This reduces the
risk of tripping and falling onto the blade.
Ŷ Keep the table clear of objects including tools and
discarded wood cut-offs.
Ŷ Keep the surface of the table, fence and mitre guide
clean. Beware of glue, paint and other items. The wood
must slide smoothly and not catch or snag anywhere
otherwise the risk of severe injury due to kickback is
significantly increased.
Ŷ Use only blades specified in this manual, complying
with EN 847-1.
Ŷ Do not use saw blades made of high-speed steel.
Ŷ Use only saw blades that are marked with a speed
equal or higher than the speed marked on the tool.
Ŷ Do not force the work piece into the cutting blade. Let
the tool do the work. Excessive force will overheat the
blade and cutting tips, it may burn the work piece. It
may result in unexpected events which could cause
serious personal injury.
Ŷ Do not use dull or damaged blades. Unsharpened or
improperly set blades produce narrow kerf causing
excessive friction, blade binding and kickback.
Ŷ Never use blade washers or bolts that are defective or
incorrect.
Ŷ Saw blades should be carried in a holder whenever
possible.
Ŷ Do not operate the tool without the table insert and
replace the table insert when worn.
Ŷ Unless performing a non through cut, always keep
the blade guard and riving knife in place and in proper
working order. Blade guards should raise and fall easily
to allow passage of the workpiece under them. Ensure
the blade guard is securely fitted to the riving knife. Do
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Ŷ Always make sure the blade is parallel to the fence.
This is a major contributor to kickback which can result
in serious injury.
Ŷ Always use the saw blade guard and riving knife for
every through sawing operation. Through sawing
operations are those in which the blade cuts completely
through the work piece when ripping or cross-cutting.
Ŷ Always ensure you thoroughly check the material you
intend to cut, particularly when using recycled wood, for
foreign objects such as nails, screws, staples. If these
or similar items contact the blade whilst cutting the saw
will be damaged and severe injury to the operator or
others may occur.
Ŷ No dado cuts are allowed or possible with this power
tool.
Ŷ Use the push stick when required. Always use a push
stick for ripping narrow timber. The push stick should
always be stored with the machine when not in use.
Ŷ Never reach into the area near the saw blade when it
is running. Keep your fingers out of the area defined by
the table insert.
Ŷ Never leave tool running unattended. Turn power off.
Do not leave the tool until it comes to a complete stop.
Ŷ Never attempt to stop a machine in motion rapidly by
jamming a workpiece or other means against the blade.
Serious accidents can be caused unintentionally in this
way.
Ŷ Do not touch the saw blade immediately after sawing.
The saw blade gets hot during sawing.
Ŷ If the saw blade becomes jammed during cutting, turn
the machine off and disconnect it from power supply.
Remove the workpiece and ensure that the saw blade
runs free. Turn the machine on and start new cutting
operation with reduced feed force.
Ŷ When transporting the machine, remove the blade
guard, adjust the riving knife to its lowest position and
lower the blade so it is below the table surface in its
transit position.
Ŷ If the power supply cord is damaged, it must be
replaced only by the manufacturer or by an authorised
service centre to avoid risk.
Ŷ Do not use any attachments or accessories not
recommended by the manufacturer. The use of
attachments or accessories not recommended can
result in serious personal injury.
Ŷ Appliances used at many different locations including
open air should be connected via a residual current
device (RCD).
Ŷ If the power to the table saw is interrupted, the
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SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR WOOD
CUTTING BLADE
Ŷ Please read the manual and instructions carefully
before using the saw blade and the power tool.
Ŷ The power tool must be in good condition, the spindle
without deformation and vibration.
Ŷ Ensure the operator is adequately trained in safety
precautions, adjustment and operation of the power
tool.
Ŷ Always wear goggles and ear protection when using
the power tool. It is recommended to wear gloves,
sturdy non slipping shoes and apron.
Ŷ Before using any accessory, consult the instruction
manual. The improper use of an accessory can cause
damage and increase the potential for injury.
Ŷ Keep the blade clean. This includes saw dust and
particularly sticky substances like wood resin. A clean
blade cuts more accurately and safely.
Ŷ Use only blades specified in this manual, complying
with EN 847-1.
Ŷ Observe the maximum speed marked on the saw
blade. Ensure the speed marked on the saw blade is at
least equal to the speed marked on the saw.
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Ŷ Always use blades with correct size and shape of arbor
holes. Blades that do not match the mounting hardware
of the saw will run eccentrically, causing loss of control.
Ŷ Do not use saw blades with a body thickness greater
or a width of the groove cut (kerf) smaller than the
thickness of the riving knife.
Ŷ Do not use blades of larger or smaller diameter than
recommended. Do not use any loose washers or
spacers to make the blade fit onto the spindle.
Ŷ Check the tips of the saw blade for damage or abnormal
appearance before each use. Tips that are damaged or
loose can become flying objects in use and increase
the risk of personal injury.
Ŷ Do not use cracked or distorted saw blades. Do not use
saw blades that are damaged or deformed.
Ŷ Scrap the saw blade if damaged, deformed, distorted or
cracked, repairing is not permitted.
Ŷ Do not use HSS blades.
Ŷ Ensure the saw blade is mounted correctly, tighten the
arbor nut securely before use.
Ŷ Fastening screw and nuts shall be tightened using the
appropriate spanner, etc.
Ŷ Using an extension on the spanner or tightening using
hammer blows is not permitted.
Ŷ Make sure the blade and flanges are clean and the
recessed sides of the collar are against the blade.
Ŷ Make sure the blade rotates in the correct direction and
does not contact any part of the machine or guarding
system.
Ŷ Before work, make a dummy cut without the motor
turned on so the position of the blade, operation of the
guards with respect to other product parts and work
piece may be checked.
Ŷ Never leave the power tool unattended.
Ŷ Do not apply lubricants on the blade when it is running.
Ŷ Never attempt to stop the power tool in motion rapidly
by jamming a tool or other means against the blade,
serious accidents can be caused unintentionally in this
way.
Ŷ Disconnect the power tool from the mains supply before
changing blades or carrying out maintenance.
Ŷ Pay attention to blade packing and unpacking, it is easy
to be injured by the sharp blade tips.
Ŷ Use a blade holder or wear gloves when handling a saw
blade. Remember, the blade will be hot after cutting
operations.
Ŷ Keep and store the blade in original packaging or other
suitable packaging, keep in dry conditions and away
from chemicals which may damage the blade.
INTENDED USE
The table saw is designed to be operated by one person for
the purpose of rip and cross cutting wood, up to a maximum
depth of 80 mm at 0° bevel angle. At the maximum 45°
bevel angle the maximum depth of cut is 55 mm. The table
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or a work stand as supplied by the manufacturer. Hard and
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Only blade and riving knife combinations supplied by the
manufacturer of this table saw, for this table saw may be
used.
RESIDUAL RISKS
Even when the table saw is used as prescribed, it is still
impossible to completely eliminate certain residual risk factors.
The operator should pay particular and additional attention
to these points in order to reduce the risk of serious
personal injury.
Ŷ Non through cutting. The blade guard is removed and
top of saw blade is exposed.
Ŷ Contact with the blade – avoid reaching towards, over
and around the saw blade.
Ŷ Kickback – never stand in front of the blade.
Ŷ Stability – ensure the product is stable, whenever
possible, secure it.
Ŷ Thrown cutting blade tips – wear eye protection at all
times when working.
Ŷ Inhalation of dust – wear a mask if necessary. Dust
produced when working certain types of wood products
(e.g. MDF) can be hazardous to your respiratory
system.
Ŷ Eye injury from wood and dust particles – wear eye
protection at all times when working.
Ŷ Hearing injury – restrict exposure and wear appropriate
hearing protection.
Ŷ Noise levels can vary widely from machine depending
on conditions of use. Persons exposed to high noise
levels, even for a short time, may experience temporary
partial hearing loss and continuous exposure to high
levels can result in permanent hearing damage.
KNOW YOUR PRODUCT
See page 20.
1. Table insert
2. Adjustable extended riving knife
3. Mitre guide
4. Saw blade
5. Saw blade guard
6. Table insert release
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8. Side table extension (RTS1825RG)
9. Fixing holes (secure to work bench or legs)
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11. Bevel angle adjustment wheel
12. Bevel angle lock
13. Depth of cut handle
14. Saw table
15. Dust exhaust
16. Dust port accessory
OPERATION
WARNING
You must read and fully understand all of the warnings
and instructions contained in this manual before applying
power to and starting to cut with this table saw.
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Through cutting: Any cutting operation where the saw
blade protrudes beyond the thickness of the workpiece.
For this operation the riving knife should be in the raised
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mitre guide to correctly position the workpiece.
Non through cutting: Any cutting operation where the
saw blade does not protrude beyond the thickness of the
workpiece. For this operation the riving knife should be
in its lowered position. The top of the riving knife should
be slightly lower than the top of the saw blade. The blade
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correctly position the workpiece.
Rip cutting: Using the rip fence parallel to the blade to
guide the workpiece. Predominantly the cut is made in the
direction of the wood grain (if present). Can be a through
or non through cut.
Cross cutting: Using the mitre guide or cross cutting
fence. This device is designed to slide parallel to the saw
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across the cutting axis of the blade. Predominantly the cut
is made across the direction of the wood grain (if present).
Can be a through or non through cut.
Bevel cutting: The angle of the blade with respect to the
table surface is changed between 90 and 45°. Produces a
cut with an angled edge. Can be a through or non through
cut. Either the rip fence or the mitre guide should be used
to correctly position the workpiece.
Mitre cutting: The workpiece is presented to the blade
at an angle. The angle required is set on the mitre guide,
which can then hold the workpiece at this angle whilst
sliding parallel to the blade to make the cut. Can be a
through or non through cut.
Tapered cutting: Tapered cross cuts are possible using
the mitre guide set to the angle required. It is not possible
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USING THE FENCE SAFELY
Ŷ Never use the rip fence and the mitre angle guide at
the same time. This increases the potential for kickback
and personal injury. When either is not in use, remove
it from the table and store safely out of the way.
Ŷ Each time the fence is used or moved to another
position it is essential that it is checked for parallelism
to the saw blade.
Ŷ A non parallel fence can trap the workpiece between
the blade and the fence causing kickback which can
lead to severe personal injury to yourself and others.
Ŷ A badly adjusted or set fence can cause the workpiece
to be fed toward the blade at the wrong angle which
may cause the blade to bind or jam. It can also cause
kickback (see above).
Ŷ To fit or adjust the fence properly, hook the end of the
fence over the back edge of the table then lower the
front edge to engage with the front of the table. Then
apply pressure from the front of the fence so that the
two edges set at a right angle to the direction of the
fence contact the front edge of the table. This helps
ensure the fence is parallel to the blade. Then lock
the fence in position by pushing the locking handle
downwards.
Ŷ The force by which the locking handle holds the fence
in position can be adjusted by rotating the knurled
screw just above the locking handle.
Ŷ Always check the parallelism of the fence to the blade
by measurement or by an accurately cut block of wood
before making the cut.
Aligning the distance marks, blade to fence
Set the edge of the fence against the blade and then adjust
the indicator sight glass to align with the 0 mm mark on the
front edge of the table. Loosen the screw, adjust the sight
glass and re-tighten the screw.
Use of the auxiliary fence
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fence to the main fence is required.
a. When a narrow workpiece cannot be held by hand
or push stick because the fence is in the way.
b. When a thin workpiece is being cut. Very thin
workpieces may slip under the main fence and
catch or drag causing potential for kickback. Use
the auxiliary fence to help prevent this.
Remove the auxiliary fence whenever it is safe to use the
main fence only.
When making bevel cuts on narrow work pieces, always
use the fence on the opposite side of the blade to the way
it is leaning over otherwise it is easy to trap the push block
or stick against the blade guard or fence.
Fixing the auxiliary fence to the main fence
Ŷ With the wing nuts and washers on one side of the
fence, push the bolts through from the other side, and
screw together a few turns. Now slide the auxiliary fence
over the bolt heads onto the slot provided. Tighten the
auxiliary fence in position as required.
NOTE: The auxiliary fence is only intended to guide the
workpiece past the blade and riving knife, it does not have
to cover the full length of the main fence.
Remove the auxiliary fence whenever it is safe to use the
main fence only. Do not leave the bolts and wing nuts in
place on the main fence.
Using a feather board
A feather board is a device similar to a comb but cut at
an angle. Normally constructed of wood or plastic the thin
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applying an even and consistent pressure to hold the
workpiece. Use one of these devices when a precision cut
of a narrow workpiece is required. This device is attached
to the table via the mitre guide slots and alleviates the need
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Third party feather boards may be purchased at specialist
woodworking stores.
OVERLOAD PROTECTION DEVICE
The product has an overload protection device. When
overloading is detected, the product will automatically
switch off. Turn the power off. If the overload protector is
actuated, the motor must be allowed to cool down for 3
minutes. Make sure the blade can rotate freely and is not
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switch). Turn the power on. Press the on button to start
the product.
MAINTENANCE
Ŷ Ensure the saw blade is completely stopped and the
power cord is removed from the power source before
conducting any maintenance or cleaning.
Ŷ If the power supply cord is damaged it must be repaired
at an authorised service centre.
Ŷ The blade has sharp edges and may also remain hot
after cutting operations. Exercise extreme caution
when cleaning an exposed blade. Wear gloves to
protect yourself from personal injury.
Ŷ Clean the saw and its accessories from dust regularly,
especially moving parts including the blade guard.
Use a hand brush or vacuum cleaner to remove dust
effectively.
WARNING
Do not attempt to disassemble the blade guard assembly
for cleaning or repair. Damaged guards should not be
used. Return to an authorised service centre for repair
or replacement.
Ŷ The table saw is lubricated at the factory and should not
require additional lubrication.
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parallelism, see the “Checking and setting the bevel
angle” and “Checking and setting the parallelism of the
blade to the mitre guide slots “ sections in this manual”.
CHECKING AND SETTING THE BEVEL ANGLE
NOTE: Setting the blade to be 90° from the table results in
a 0° bevel angle.
1. Turn off the power and remove the plug from the wall
socket.
2. Pay particular attention to the saw blade tips, they are
very sharp and can cause personal injury.
3. Raise the blade and riving knife assembly to its highest
height.
4. Remove the blade guard.
5. Place the riving knife to its lower position.
6. Ensure the blade and table surface are clear of dust
and debris.
7. Place a 90° “set square” against the table surface and
the highest part of the blade. Be careful not to contact
the blade tips during this measurement as it will result
in an error. You need to align the body surface of the
saw blade.
8. There should be no gaps between the edge of the set
square and the blade or the table, in this condition
the blade is in a true vertical alignment and no further
adjustment of the blade angle is necessary.
9. If a gap exists, loosen the bevel locking knob and
carefully move the angle of the bevel whilst constantly
re-checking the gap. Once no gap exists, tighten the
bevel locking knob securely.
10. Loosen the screw on the bevel angle indicator and
adjust the clear plastic line carrier so it shows alignment
with the 0° mark. Tighten the screw.
11. Repeat this operation to check and set various angles
between 90° and 45° as you feel necessary.
CHECKING AND SETTING THE PARALLELISM OF THE
BLADE TO THE MITRE GUIDE SLOTS
1. Turn off the power and remove the plug from the wall
socket.
2. Pay particular attention to the saw blade tips, they are
very sharp and can cause personal injury.
3. Raise the blade and riving knife assembly to its highest
height.
4. Remove the blade guard.
5. Complete the checks detailed in this manual “How to
check and set the bevel angle.” Ensure the bevel angle
is securely fixed at 0°.
6. Take the mitre angle guide and fit it into one of the slots
on the table. Set the angle on the mitre angle guide
to 90°.
7. Place a steel ruler firmly against the mitre angle guide
and with the straight end of the ruler set it to touch the
body of the saw blade. You may use an accurately cut
block of wood in place of the steel ruler.
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contacting the other end of the blade. The ruler or block
should have the same level of contact with the blade
as it moves across the blade body. If this is the case,
then the parallelism between blade and table slots
is accurate and no adjustment is necessary. Check
the slot on the other side of the table using the same
method.
ADJUSTING THE PARALLELISM OF BLADE TO TABLE
SLOTS
There are two bolts at the front of the saw blade and two
more at the back. These can be accessed from under the
table surface.
When these bolts are loosened, the entire blade, riving
knife and motor assembly can be moved to accurately align
the blade to the slots in the table.
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return your table saw to the nearest authorised Ryobi
service centre for professional set-up.
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
Recycle raw materials instead of disposing
of as waste. The machine, accessories
and packaging should be sorted for
environmental-friendly recycling.
SYMBOLS ON THE PRODUCT
Safety alert
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Regulatory Compliance Mark (RCM).
Product meets applicable regulatory
requirements.
Class II tool, double insulation
Please read the instructions carefully before
starting the product.
Wear ear protection.
Wear eye protection.
Wear safety gloves.
Danger! Sharp blade.
Cutting capacity
Blade width of cut (kerf)
Number of teeth on this saw blade
For cutting wood and analogous material
Not for cutting metals
Blade rotation direction (shown on saw
blade)
Blade rotation direction (shown on riving
knife)
Blade rotation direction (shown on table)
Blade rotation direction (shown on blade
guard)
Blade diameter
Blade body thickness and width of cut
Riving knife thickness and hardness
Rated power
Tungsten carbide 48 tooth blade
Soft start
(RTS1825RG)
Overload protection
Cast aluminium table
Table dimension
(RTS1526RG)
Table dimension
(RTS1825RG)
Table extension dimension
Removable scissor leg
Foldable deluxe leg
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Cutting capacities (90° and 45°)
Waste electrical products should not be
disposed of with household waste. Please
recycle where facilities exist. Check with
your Local Authority or retailer for recycling
advice.
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Connect to power outlet.
Disconnect from power outlet.
Parts or accessories sold separately
Waste electrical products should not
be disposed of with household waste.
Please recycle where facilities exist.
Note
Warning
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