Ryobi BS903 BS903_979_trillingual.pdf - Page 8

FEATURES PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Blade Width 1/8 in. to 3/8 in. Blade Length 59-1/4 - 59-1/2 in. Frame to Blade Capacity 9 in. Cutting Thickness Capacity 3-1/2 in. Table Size (with extension 11-3/4 in. x 14-3/4 in. Input 120 V~, 2.5 Amps, 60 Hz. No Load Speed 3,000 FPM (1,524 cm/s) Dust Port 2-1/2 in. KNOW YOUR BAND SAW See Figure 2, page 17. The safe use of this product requires an understanding of the information on the tool and in this operator's manual as well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting. Before use of this product, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety rules. Angle Adjustment Knob Tilts the saw table for bevel cutting. Blade Guard Protects the operator from coming in contact with the blade. Blade Guide ADJUSTMENT Knob with Lock knob Use the blade guide adjustment knob and lock knob to adjust the blade guide assembly to keep the blade from twisting or breaking. Always lock the blade guide assembly in place before turning on the band saw. Dust Exhaust Port A 2-1/2 in. dust exhaust port makes dustless cutting possible. Attach a dust bag or a shop vac to the dust exhaust port. Latch Easy open latches allow front cover to be opened for making adjustments. Miter Gauge This gauge aligns the wood for a crosscut. The easy-to-read indicator shows the exact angle for a miter cut, with positive stops at 90° and 45°. RapidSet™ Blade Tension Lever Controls blade tension when changing blades and making adjustments for various sawing applications. Saw Blade Saw comes with a standard 1/4 in. blade. Saw Table with Throat Plate Your band saw has a saw table with tilt control for maximum accuracy. The throat plate, installed in the saw table at the factory, allows for blade clearance. Scale and Scale Indicator The scale and scale indicator show the angle or degree the saw table is tilted for bevel cutting. Switch and Switch Key Your band saw has an easy access power switch. To lock in the OFF position, remove the yellow switch key. Place the key in a location inaccessible to children and others not qualified to use the tool. Table Lock Knob Loosening the table lock knob allows the saw table to be tilted at different angles. Tightening the table lock knob locks the saw table in place. Tracking Knob Adjusts tracking to keep blade centered on the wheels. Tracking View Window The tracking view window makes tracking adjustments easier to see. TrackLock® Blade Guides Upper and lower TrackLock® blade guides helps keep the blade from twisting during operation. Worklight This band saw comes equipped with a worklight that lights the work area for safer, more accurate cuts. 8 - English