Ryobi OJ1802 - Manual (Page 15)

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OPERATION
Fig. 9
Fig. 10
BASE
EDGE GUIDE
SCREW
SCALE
BASE
BASE PIVOT
SCREW
SPLINTER-FREE CUTTING
See Figure 9.
The base of your jig saw has a narrow slot to permit
splinter-free cutting. It is especially useful when cutting
plywood. This feature should only be used when making
straight cuts or circle cuts. It is not for bevel cutting or
plunge cutting.
NOTE: The non-orbital setting also helps reduce splinter-
ing when cutting plywood.
HOW TO POSITION BASE IN THE SPLINTER-
FREE CUTTING POSITION:
Remove battery pack
Using the 1/8 in. hex key provided, loosen base pivot
screws and slide base forward. See Figure 9.
Always set the cutting angle at 0 ° for splinter-free
cutting. To set cutting angle at 0
°, align the 0° mark on
the scale with the edge of the motor housing.
NOTE: When setting angle at 0
° for splinter-free cut-
ting, the positive stop notches on the rear of the base
are not used.
Tighten base pivot screws securely.
Remove hex key and return it to storage compart-
ment.
Replace battery pack.
OPTIONAL EDGE GUIDE
See Figure 10.
An optional edge guide Item No. 4640051 is available for
use with your saw. It can be used for making crosscuts and
rip cuts.
Remove battery pack. Insert the arm through the two slots
in the base of your saw as shown in Figure 10. Adjust edge
guide to the desired width and lock in place with the edge
guide screw.