Ryobi MS181 User Manual
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■ Table of Contents and Introduction .................................................................................................................. 2
■ Product Specifications ...................................................................................................................................... 2
■ Rules For Safe Operation ............................................................................................................................. 3-6
■ Symbols ............................................................................................................................................................ 7
■ Glossary ........................................................................................................................................................... 8
■ Unpacking and Tools Needed .......................................................................................................................... 9
■ Loose Parts .................................................................................................................................................... 10
■ Battery Pack and Charging Information ......................................................................................................... 11
■ Features .................................................................................................................................................... 12-14
■ Adjustments ............................................................................................................................................... 15-22
■ Operation ................................................................................................................................................... 23-30
■ Maintenance ................................................................................................................................................... 31
■ Parts Ordering / Service ................................................................................................................................. 32
Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means attention!!! Your
safety is involved.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Your saw has many features for making cutting
operations more pleasant and enjoyable. Safety,
performance and dependability have been given top
priority in the design of this saw making it easy to
maintain and operate.
WARNING:
Carefully read through this entire operator's
manual before using your new saw. Pay close
attention to the Rules For Safe Operation, and all
Safety Alert Symbols including Danger, Warning
and Caution. If you use your saw properly and only
for what it is intended, you will enjoy years of safe,
reliable service.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Blade Diameter
8-1/4 in. (209.6 mm)
Blade Arbor
5/8 in. (15.9 mm)
No Load Speed
2000 RPM
Charger Rating
120 Volts, 60 Hz-AC Only
Charger Rate
1 Hour
Motor
18 Volt DC
Net Weight
21 lbs. (9.7 kg)
Blade Type
Carbide Tipped (Thin Kerf)
INTRODUCTION
Cutting Capacity with Miter at 0°/Bevel 0°:
5-1/2 in. (139.7 mm) W x 2-1/16 in. (52.4 mm) T
Maximum Cutting Capacity with Miter at 45°/Bevel 0°:
3-3/4 in. (95.3 mm) W x 2-1/16 in. (52.4 mm) T
Maximum Cutting Capacity with Miter at 0°/Bevel 45°:
5-1/2 in. (139.7 mm) W x 1-1/2 in. (38.1 mm) T
Maximum Cutting Capacity with Miter at 45°/Bevel 45°:
3-3/4 in. (95.3 mm) W x 1-1/2 in. (38.1 mm) T