Ryobi SAW BS902 User Manual

OPERATOR'S MANUAL 9 in. (229 mm) BAND SAW BS902
Your new Band Saw has been engineered and manufactured to Ryobi's high standards for dependability, ease of
operation, and operator safety. 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.
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction ...................................................................................................................................................................... 2
Rules for Safe Operation ............................................................................................................................................. 3-5
Electrical...........................................................................................................................................................................6
Glossary of Terms ............................................................................................................................................................ 7
Features ....................................................................................................................................................................... 7-9
Unpacking ........................................................................................................................................................................9
Tools Needed .................................................................................................................................................................10
Loose Parts List ............................................................................................................................................................. 10
Assembly................................................................................................................................................................... 11-14
Operation ................................................................................................................................................................. 14-16
Adjustments ............................................................................................................................................................. 17-20
Maintenance ............................................................................................................................................................ 20-21
Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................................................................. 22
Parts Ordering / Service .................................................................................................................................................24
INTRODUCTION
IMPORTANT
Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge and should be performed only by a qualified service technician. For service we suggest you return the tool to your nearest RYOBI AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER for repair. When servic­ing, use only identical Ryobi replacement parts.
WARNING:
The operation of any power tool can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Before beginning 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. Always wear eye protection which is marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1.
Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means attention!!! Your safety is involved.
WARNING:
Do not attempt to use the tool until you read thoroughly and understand completely the operator’s manual. Pay close attention to the safety rules, including Dangers, Warnings, and Cautions. If you use this tool properly and only for what it is intended, you will enjoy years of safe, reliable service.
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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
DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or
serious injury.
WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or
serious injury.
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury. It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices that may cause property damage.
NOTE: Advises you of information or instructions vital to the operation or maintenance of the equipment.
SAFETY AND INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS
This operator's manual describes safety and international symbols and pictographs that may appear on this product. Read the operator's manual for complete safety, assembly, operating and maintenance, and repair information.
SYMBOL
Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations.
Failure to keep your hands away from the blade
will result in serious personal injury.
MEANING
NO HANDS SYMBOL
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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
Safe operation of this power tool requires that you read and understand this operator's manual and all labels affixed to the tool. Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert, and knowing how your band saw works.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL. Read the operator's
manual carefully. Learn the applications and limitations as well as 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. Never
operate the tool with any guard or cover removed. Make sure all guards are operating properly before each use.
REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form
habit of checking to see keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from tool before turning it on.
KEEP THE WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered work areas
and work benches invite accidents.
DON’T USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS. Do not
use power tools near gasoline or other flammable liquids, in damp or wet locations or expose them to rain. Keep work area well lighted.
KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS AWAY. All visitors
should wear safety glasses and be kept a safe distance from work area.
MAKE WORKSHOP CHILDPROOF with padlocks,
master switches, or by removing starter keys.
DON’T FORCE THE TOOL. It will do the job better and
safer at the rate for which it was designed.
USE THE RIGHT TOOL. Do not force the tool or
attachment to do a job for which it was not designed.
USE THE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. 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 16 is recommended for an extension cord 25 feet or less in length. If in doubt, use the next heavier gage. The smaller the gage number, the heavier the cord.
WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear loose clothing,
neckties, or jewelry that can get caught in the tool’s moving parts and cause personal injury. Nonslip footwear is recommended when working outdoors. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES WITH SIDE
SHIELDS. Everyday eyeglasses have only impact- resistant lenses; they are NOT safety glasses.
SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work when
practical. It’s safer than using your hand and it frees both hands to operate tool.
DO NOT OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance
at all times.
MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and
clean for best and safest performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
DISCONNECT ALL TOOLS. When not in use, before
servicing, or when changing attachments, blades, bits, cutters, etc., all tools should be disconnected from power source.
REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING.
Be sure switch is off when plugging in.
USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Consult the
operator’s manual for recommended accessories. The use of improper accessories may cause risk of injury.
NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could occur if
the tool is tipped or if the blade is unintentionally contacted.
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 must be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service center to avoid risk of personal injury.
DIRECTION OF FEED. Feed work into a blade or cutter
against the direction or rotation of the blade or cutter only.
NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED.
TURN POWER OFF. Don’t leave tool until it comes to a
complete stop.
DON’T ABUSE CORD. Never carry tool by the cord or
yank it to disconnect from receptacle. Keep cord from heat, oil, and sharp edges.
PROTECT YOUR LUNGS. Wear a face or dust mask if
the cutting operation is dusty.
PROTECT YOUR HEARING. Wear hearing protection
during extended periods of operation.
BLADE COASTS AFTER TURN OFF.
KEEP TOOL 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 solvents to clean tool.
INSPECT TOOL CORDS AND EXTENSION CORDS
PERIODICALLY and, if damaged, have repaired by a
qualified service technician. Stay constantly aware of cord location and keep it well away from the rotating wheel.
NEVER USE IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE.
Normal sparking of the motor could ignite fumes.
USE ONLY OUTDOOR EXTENSION CORDS with
approved ground connection that are intended for use outdoors and so marked.
BE SURE THE BLADE PATH IS FREE OF NAILS.
Inspect for and remove nails from lumber before cutting.
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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
AVOID AWKWARD OPERATIONS AND HAND POSI-
TIONS where a sudden slip could cause your hand to
move into the blade. ALWAYS make sure you have good balance.
ALLOW THE MOTOR TO COME UP TO FULL SPEED
before starting a cut to avoid binding or stalling.
DO NOT USE TOOL IF SWITCH DOES NOT TURN IT
ON AND OFF. Have defective switches replaced by an
authorized service center.
REPLACEMENT PARTS. All repairs, whether electrical
or mechanical, should be made by a qualified service technician at an authorized service center.
WHEN SERVICING use only identical Ryobi replacement
parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage.
KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM CUTTING AREA. Do not
hand hold pieces so small that your fingers go under the blade guard. Do not reach underneath work or in blade cutting path with your hands and fingers for any reason.
NEVER CUT MORE THAN ONE PIECE AT A TIME or
stack more than one workpiece on the saw table at a time.
FIRMLY CLAMP OR BOLT your saw to a stable, level
workbench or table. The most comfortable table height is approximately waist height.
DO NOT FEED THE MATERIAL TOO QUICKLY. Do not
force the workpiece against the blade.
USE ONLY CORRECT BLADES. Use the right blade
size, style and cutting speed for the material and the type of cut. Blade teeth should point down toward the table.
BEFORE MAKING A CUT, BE SURE ALL ADJUST-
MENTS ARE SECURE.
ALWAYS SUPPORT LARGE WORKPIECES while cut-
ting to minimize risk of blade pinching and kickback. Saw may slip, walk or slide while cutting large or heavy boards.
DO NOT REMOVE JAMMED CUTOFF PIECES until
blade has stopped.
NEVER START THE TOOL when the blade is in contact
with the workpiece.
NEVER TOUCH BLADE or other moving parts during
use.
BEFORE CHANGING THE SETUP, REMOVING
COVERS, GUARDS OR BLADES, unplug the saw
and remove the switch key.
HOLD THE WORKPIECE firmly against the saw table.
TO AVOID ACCIDENTAL BLADE CONTACT, minimize
blade breakage, and provide maximum blade support, always adjust the blade guide assembly to just clear the workpiece.
KEEP BLADES CLEAN, SHARP, AND WITH SUFFI-
CIENT SET. Sharp blades minimize stalling and kick-
backs.
ALWAYS TURN OFF SAW before disconnecting it to
avoid accidental starting when reconnecting to a power source.
DO NOT OPERATE THIS TOOL WHILE UNDER THE
INFLUENCE OF DRUGS, ALCOHOL OR ANY MEDICATION.
STAY ALERT AND EXERCISE CONTROL. Watch what
you are doing and use common sense. Do not operate tool when you are tired. Do not rush.
MAKE SURE WORK AREA HAS AMPLE LIGHTING to see the work and that no obstructions will interfere with safe operation BEFORE performing any work using your saw.
The blade guides have been preset at the factory. These
settings are functional for some applications. We recom­mend that you check and adjust blade guide settings be­fore first use of your saw. Refer to “Adjusting thrust bear- ings, blade guide support, and blade guides” proce­dures explained in the operator’s manual.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Refer to them frequently
and use them to instruct other users. If you loan someone this tool, loan them these instructions also.
adjustments
section of this
WARNING:
Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contains chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:
• lead from lead-based paints,
• crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and
• arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals, work in a well ventilated area, and work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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ELECTRICAL
EXTENSION CORDS
Use only 3-wire extension cords that have 3-prong ground­ing plugs and 3-pole receptacles that accept the tool's plug. When using a power tool at a considerable distance from the power source, use an extension cord heavy enough to carry the current that the tool will draw. An undersized extension cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in a loss of power and causing the motor to overheat. Use the chart provided below to determine the minimum wire size required in an extension cord. Only round jacketed cords listed by Underwriter's Laboratories (UL) should be used.
Length of Extension Cord Wire Size (A.W.G.)
Up to 25 feet 16
26-50 feet 16
51-100 feet 16
When working with the tool outdoors, use an extension cord that is designed for outside use. This is indicated by the letters WA on the cord's jacket.
Before using an extension cord, inspect it for loose or exposed wires and cut or worn insulation.
GROUNDING
PIN
COVER OF GROUNDED
OUTLET BOX
Fig. 1
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
Your band saw is powered by a precision built electric motor. It should be connected to a power supply that is 120 volts, 60Hz, 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 overheat. If the machine does not operate when plugged into an outlet, double check the power supply.
CAUTION:
Keep the cord away from the cutting area and position the cord so that it will not be caught on materials, tools, or other objects during cutting.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This tool is equipped with an electric cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into a matching outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
Do not modify the plug provided. If it will not fit the outlet, have the proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician. Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. The conductor, with insulation having an outer surface that is green with or without yellow stripes, is the equipment-grounding conductor. If repair or replacement of the electric cord or plug is necessary, do not connect the equipment-grounding conductor to a live terminal.
Check with a qualified electrician or service personnel if the grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if in doubt as to whether the tool is properly grounded.
Repair or replace a damaged or worn cord immediately.
This tool is intended for use on a circuit that has an outlet like the one shown in one shown.
Figure 1.
It also has a grounding pin like the
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GLOSSARY OF TERMS FOR WOODWORKING
Bevel Cut
A cutting operation made with the saw table at any angle other than 90° to the blade.
Compound Cut
A compound cut is a cut made using a miter angle and a bevel angle at the same time.
Crosscut
A cutting or shaping operation made across the grain or the width of the workpiece.
Freehand (for band saw)
Performing a cut without the workpiece properly supported on the saw table.
Gum
A sticky, sap-based residue from wood products.
Kerf
The material removed by the blade in a through cut or the slot produced by the blade in a non-through cut or partial cut.
Kickback
A hazard that can occur when the blade binds or stalls, throwing the workpiece back toward operator.
Leading End
The end of the workpiece pushed into the cutting tool first.
Miter Cut
A cutting operation made with the workpiece at any angle to the blade other than 90°.
Push Stick
A device used to feed the workpiece through the saw blade during narrow cutting operations. It helps keep the operator's hands well away from the blade.
Resaw
A cutting operation to reduce the thickness of the workpiece to make thinner pieces.
Resin
A sticky, sap-based substance that has hardened.
Ripping
A cutting operation along the length of the workpiece.
Saw Blade Path
The area directly in line — over, under, behind or in front of the blade. As it applies to the workpiece, that area which will be or has been cut by the blade.
Set
The distance that the tip of the saw blade tooth is bent (or set) outward from the face of the blade.
SFPM
3,000 surface feet per minute, used in reference to surface speed of blade.
Throw-Back
Saw throwing back a workpiece in a manner similar to a kickback. Usually associated with a cause other than the kerf closing, such as a workpiece being dropped into the blade or being placed inadvertently in contact with the blade.
Through Sawing
Any cutting operation where the blade extends completely through the thickness of the workpiece.
Workpiece
The item on which the cutting operation is being done. The surfaces of a workpiece are commonly referred to as faces, ends, and edges.
Worktable
The surface on which the workpiece rests while performing a cutting or sanding operation.
FEATURES
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS:
Blade Width 1/8 in. to 3/8 in.
(3 mm to 10 mm)
Blade Length 59-1/4 - 59-1/2 in.
(1505mm - 1511mm)
Frame to Blade Capacity 9 in.
(229 mm)
Cutting Thickness Capacity 3-5/8 in.
(92.07 mm)
Table Size 11-13/16 in. x 11-13/16 in.
(30 cm x 30 cm)
Input 2.5 Amperes
Rating 120 Volt, 60Hz
AC Only
No Load Speed 3,000 SFPM
Net Weight 37 lbs.
(17.8 kg)
Dust Port 2-1/4 in.
(57.15 mm)
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FEATURES
WORKLIGHT
LOCK KNOB
TABLE LOCK
KNOB
SCALE
ANGLE
ADJUSTMENT
KNOB
RAPIDSET™ BLADE
TENSION LEVER
TRACKING
KNOB
DUST EXHAUST
PORT
BLADE TENSION
KNOB
LATCH
TRACKING
VIEW WINDOW
SCALE
INDICATOR
TRACKLOCK
BLADE GUIDE
SWITCH
AND
SWITCH KEY
FENCE
®
RIP
BLADE
GUARD
SAW BLADE
MITER
GAUGE
SAW TABLE
LATCH
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