Go to page of
A good user manual
The rules should oblige the seller to give the purchaser an operating instrucion of Ryobi TS230, along with an item. The lack of an instruction or false information given to customer shall constitute grounds to apply for a complaint because of nonconformity of goods with the contract. In accordance with the law, a customer can receive an instruction in non-paper form; lately graphic and electronic forms of the manuals, as well as instructional videos have been majorly used. A necessary precondition for this is the unmistakable, legible character of an instruction.
What is an instruction?
The term originates from the Latin word „instructio”, which means organizing. Therefore, in an instruction of Ryobi TS230 one could find a process description. An instruction's purpose is to teach, to ease the start-up and an item's use or performance of certain activities. An instruction is a compilation of information about an item/a service, it is a clue.
Unfortunately, only a few customers devote their time to read an instruction of Ryobi TS230. A good user manual introduces us to a number of additional functionalities of the purchased item, and also helps us to avoid the formation of most of the defects.
What should a perfect user manual contain?
First and foremost, an user manual of Ryobi TS230 should contain:
- informations concerning technical data of Ryobi TS230
- name of the manufacturer and a year of construction of the Ryobi TS230 item
- rules of operation, control and maintenance of the Ryobi TS230 item
- safety signs and mark certificates which confirm compatibility with appropriate standards
Why don't we read the manuals?
Usually it results from the lack of time and certainty about functionalities of purchased items. Unfortunately, networking and start-up of Ryobi TS230 alone are not enough. An instruction contains a number of clues concerning respective functionalities, safety rules, maintenance methods (what means should be used), eventual defects of Ryobi TS230, and methods of problem resolution. Eventually, when one still can't find the answer to his problems, he will be directed to the Ryobi service. Lately animated manuals and instructional videos are quite popular among customers. These kinds of user manuals are effective; they assure that a customer will familiarize himself with the whole material, and won't skip complicated, technical information of Ryobi TS230.
Why one should read the manuals?
It is mostly in the manuals where we will find the details concerning construction and possibility of the Ryobi TS230 item, and its use of respective accessory, as well as information concerning all the functions and facilities.
After a successful purchase of an item one should find a moment and get to know with every part of an instruction. Currently the manuals are carefully prearranged and translated, so they could be fully understood by its users. The manuals will serve as an informational aid.
Table of contents for the manual
-
Page 1
45 30 15 0 45 D A N G E R K E E P H A N D S A W A Y F R O M B L A D E 45 40 20 10 0 30 10 20 0 SA VE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE OPERA TOR'S MANUAL 10 in. (254 mm) Compound Miter Saw Model TS230 - Double Insulated THANK YOU FOR BUYING A RYOBI COMPOUND MITER SAW. Your new saw has been engineered and manufactured to Ryobi's high standa[...]
-
Page 2
Page 2 G. Optional Stop Block ............................................... 14 H. Workstand ............................................................. 14 Adjustments ............................................................. 14-18 A. Cutting A Slot In The Zero Clearance Throat Plate 14 B. Squaring The Miter Table To The Fence ..............[...]
-
Page 3
Page 3 RULES FOR SAFE OPERA TION 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 ac[...]
-
Page 4
Page 4 RULES FOR SAFE OPERA TION 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 compound miter saw works. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS 1. KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL. Read the operator's manual[...]
-
Page 5
Page 5 RULES FOR SAFE OPERA TION 29. 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 t[...]
-
Page 6
Page 6 1. NEVER USE A DULL SAW BLADE or one that does not have sufficient set. 2. DO NOT REMOVE THE SAW'S BLADE GUARDS. Never operate the saw with any guard or cover re- moved. Make sure all guards are operating properly before each use. 3. MAKE SURE THE MITER TABLE AND SAW ARM (BEVEL FUNCTION) ARE LOCKED IN POSITION BEFORE OPERATING YOUR SAW.[...]
-
Page 7
Page 7 Blade Diameter ................................................................................................................. .............. 10 in. (254 mm) Blade Arbor .................................................................................................................... .................. 5/8 in. (16 mm) No Load Speed .....[...]
-
Page 8
Page 8 R O T A T I O N R O T A T I O N I N S Fig. 1 Your Model TS230 Compound Miter Saw has been shipped completely assembled except for the blade, miter lock handle, work clamp, and dust guide. ■ Remove all loose parts from the carton. Separate and check with the list of Loose Parts. See Figure 1. ■ Remove the packing materials from around you[...]
-
Page 9
Page 9 4 5 3 0 1 5 0 4 5 D A N G E R K E E P H A N D S A W A Y F R O M B L A D E 4 5 4 0 2 0 1 0 0 30 10 2 0 0 Fig. 2 FEA TURES KNOW YOUR COMPOUND MITER SAW See Figure 2. Before attempting to use your saw, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety requirements. W ARNING: Do not allow familiarity with your saw to make you careless.[...]
-
Page 10
Page 10 0 10 3 0 4 0 4 5 10 2 0 20 Fig. 3 Fig. 4 Fig. 5 FEA TURES CARRYING HANDLE See Figure 3. For convenience when carrying or transportating your miter saw from one place to another, a carrying handle has been provided on top of the saw arm as shown in figure 3. To transport, turn off and unplug your saw, then lower the saw arm and lock it in th[...]
-
Page 11
Page 11 7-1/8” 3-3/8” 9-7/8” 18” 4-1/8” 9-3/4” 4-1/8” 3-3/4” 24” 16-1/2” 7/16” DIA. HOLE 9-7/8" 7-1/8" 3-3/8" 4-1/8" 9-3/4" 18" 4-1/8" 3-3/4" 16-1/2" 24" Fig. 6 FEA TURES SELF-RETRACTING LOWER BLADE SELF-RETRACTING LOWER BLADE SELF-RETRACTING LOWER BLADE SELF-RETRACTING LOWER B[...]
-
Page 12
Page 12 0 10 30 40 45 10 20 20 I N S 0 1 0 3 0 40 45 10 2 0 2 0 45 3 0 1 5 0 45 4 5 4 0 20 1 0 0 30 1 0 2 0 0 Fig. 7 Fig. 8 Fig. 9 ASSEMBL Y W ARNING: To prevent accidental starting that could cause possible serious personal injury, assemble all parts to your saw completely before connecting it to power supply. Saw should never be connected to powe[...]
-
Page 13
Page 13 R O T A T I O N R O T A T I O N R O T A T I O N 4 5 Fig. 11 Fig. 10 Fig. 12 ASSEMBL Y W ARNING: Failure to unplug your saw could result in accidental starting causing possible serious personal injury. ■ Push down on the saw arm and pull out the lock pin to release saw arm. Raise saw arm to its full raised posi- tion. Be cautious, saw arm [...]
-
Page 14
Page 14 W ARNING: Make sure the saw blade or blade guard will not hit the work clamp assembly or table extensions when cutting 35 ° to 45 ° angles. OPTIONAL STOP BLOCK As mentioned previously, the stop block is useful as a stop for cutting multiple pieces to the same length. It can be installed on either side of the saw base: ■ Loosen the thumb[...]
-
Page 15
Page 15 30˚ 40˚ 45˚ 10˚ 2 0 ˚ 30˚ 40˚ 45˚ 0˚ 0 ˚ 20˚ 3 0 ˚ 40˚ 45 ˚ 1 0 ˚ 20˚ 30˚ 40˚ 4 5˚ 0˚ 2 0 ˚ 30˚ 4 0 ˚ 4 5 ˚ 1 0 ˚ 20˚ 30˚ 40˚ 4 5 ˚ 0˚ Fig. 13 Fig. 14 Fig. 15 Fig. 16 ADJUSTMENTS SQUARING THE MITER TABLE TO THE FENCE See Figures 13 - 16. ■ Push down on the saw arm and pull out the lock pin to release the saw [...]
-
Page 16
Page 16 45˚ 4 0 ˚ 30˚ 20˚ 10˚ 20˚ 30˚ 40˚ 45˚ 45˚ 40˚ 3 0 ˚ 2 0 ˚ 10˚ 20˚ 30˚ 4 0 ˚ 4 5 ˚ 45 30 15 0 45 45˚ 4 0˚ 3 0 ˚ 20˚ 1 0 ˚ 2 0 ˚ 3 0 ˚ 4 0 ˚ 45˚ Fig. 18 Fig. 19 Fig. 20 Fig. 17 SQUARING THE SAW BLADE TO THE FENCE See Figures 17 - 20. ■ Pull the saw arm all the way down and engage the lock pin to hold the saw arm i[...]
-
Page 17
Page 17 40˚ 4 5˚ 4 5 ˚ 30˚ 40˚ 20˚ 10˚ 30˚ 2 0 ˚ 1 0 ˚ 0˚ 40˚ 45˚ 45˚ 30˚ 40˚ 20˚ 10˚ 30˚ 2 0 ˚ 10˚ 0 ˚ 40˚ 4 5˚ 4 5 ˚ 30˚ 4 0 ˚ 20˚ 10˚ 3 0 ˚ 20˚ 10˚ 0 ˚ Fig. 22 Fig. 23 Fig. 24 Fig. 21 ADJUSTMENTS SQUARING THE BLADE TO THE MITER TABLE See Figures 21 -24. ■ Pull the saw arm all the way down and engage the lock pi[...]
-
Page 18
Page 18 Fig. 25 PIVOT ADJUSTMENTS NOTE: These adjustments were made at the factory and normally do not require readjustment. TRAVEL PIVOT ADJUSTMENT ■ The saw arm should rise completely to the up position by itself. ■ If the saw arm does not raise by itself or if there is play in the pivot joints, have saw repaired at your nearest RYOBI FACTORY[...]
-
Page 19
Page 19 D A N G E R K E E P H A N D S A W A Y F R O M B L A D E 45 40 2 0 1 0 0 3 0 1 0 2 0 4 0 3 0 4 5 30 1 5 0 4 5 4 5 Fig. 26 W ARNING: Before starting any cutting operation, clamp or bolt your compound miter saw to a workbench. Never operate your miter saw on the floor or in a crouched position. Failure to heed this warning can result in seriou[...]
-
Page 20
Page 20 4 5 3 0 45 4 0 2 0 1 0 0 30 1 0 2 0 K E E P H A N D S A W A Y D A N G E R F R O M B L A D E 3 0 40 45 30 15 0 45 0 0 15 30 45 0 15 Fig. 27 Fig. 28 OPERA TION BEVEL CUT See Figures 27 and 28. A bevel cut is made by cutting across the grain of the workpiece with the blade angled to the workpiece. A straight bevel cut is made with the miter ta[...]
-
Page 21
Page 21 4 0 D A N G E R K E E P H A N D S A W A Y F R O M B L A D E I N S 4 5 4 0 2 0 1 0 0 3 0 1 0 2 0 3 0 Fig. 29 COMPOUND MITER CUT A compound miter cut is a cut made using a miter angle and a bevel angle at the same time. This type of cut is used to make picture frames, cut molding, make boxes with slopping sides, and for certain roof framing c[...]
-
Page 22
Page 22 4 PITCH OF SIDE NUMBER OF SIDES 0 ° 6 M- 45.00 ° B- 0.00 ° 5 ° 10 ° 15 ° 20 ° 25 ° 30 ° 35 ° 40 ° 45 ° 50 ° 55 ° 60 ° 65 ° 70 ° 75 ° 80 ° 85 ° 90 ° 5 78 9 10 M- 36.00 ° B- 0.00 ° M- 30.00 ° B- 0.00 ° M- 25.71 ° B- 0.00 ° M- 22.50 ° B- 0.00 ° M- 20.00 ° B- 0.00 ° M- 18.00 ° B- 0.00 ° Each B (Bevel) and M (Mit[...]
-
Page 23
Page 23 38 ° 52 ° Fig. 30 OPERA TION CUTTING CROWN MOLDING Your compound miter saw does an excellent job of cutting crown molding. In general, compound miter saws do a better job of cutting crown molding than any other tool made. In order to fit properly, crown molding must be compound mitered with extreme accuracy. The two contact surfaces on a [...]
-
Page 24
Page 24 4 5 3 0 15 0 4 5 4 5 4 0 2 0 10 0 3 0 1 0 20 30 10 ° 0 ° 20 ° 3 0 ° 4 0 ° 4 5 ° 10 ° 2 0 ° 3 0 ° 4 0 ° 4 5 ° 1 0 ° 0 ° 2 0 ° 3 0 ° 4 0 ° 45 ° 1 0 ° 2 0 ° 3 0 ° 4 0 ° 4 5 ° Fig. 31 Fig. 32 Fig. 33 RIGHT CUTTING WARPED MATERIAL See Figures 31 and 32. When cutting warped material, always make sure it is positioned on the [...]
-
Page 25
Page 25 W ARNING: When servicing, use only identical Ryobi replacement parts. Use of any other part may create a hazard or cause product damage. GENERAL Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use clean cloths to remove dirt,[...]
-
Page 26
Page 26 0 10 3 0 4 0 4 5 1 0 20 20 I N S Fig. 34 W ARNING: To ensure safety and reliability, all repairs — with the exception of the externally accessible brushes — should be performed by a Ryobi Factory or Authorized Service Center. BRUSH REPLACEMENT BRUSH REPLACEMENT BRUSH REPLACEMENT BRUSH REPLACEMENT BRUSH REPLACEMENT See Figure 34. Your sa[...]
-
Page 27
Page 27 TROUBLESHOOTING 1. Plug in saw. 2. Have switch replaced by Ryobi Factory or Authorized Service Center. 3. Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. 4. Have cord replaced by Ryobi Factory or Authorized Service Center. 5. Replace brushes. 1. Replace blade. 2. Turn blade around. 3. Remove blade and clean with turpentine and coarse steel wool. 4. [...]
-
Page 28
972000-375 10-97 RYOBI AMERICA CORPORATION 5201 Pearman Dairy Road Anderson SC 29625-8950 Post Office Box 1207 Anderson SC 29622-1207 Phone 1-800-525-2579 RYOBI CANADA INC. P.O. Box 910 Cambridge, Ontario N1R 6K2 Phone 1-800-265-6778 EXTENSION CORD CAUTION When using a power tool at a considerable distance from a power source, be sure to use an ext[...]