Ryobi P524 Operation Manual - Page 9

OPERATION  Fully squeeze the switch trigger and slowly lower the blade into the workpiece until the blade cuts through the workpiece.  Continue lowering the blade into the workpiece until the base rests flat on the work surface, then move the jig saw forward to complete the opening.  Use only the 7 teeth per inch blade for this type of cut. ANGLE CUTTING (BEVEL CUTTING) See Figure 10, page 13. With the tool-free base adjustment, you can make quick changes to the bevel setting. The base can be angled 45˚ left or right for bevel cutting, with positive stops at 0˚ and 45˚ (left or right). Positioning the stop against the other side of the 45° stop (left or right) is 30°. Positioning the stop on the other side of 0° (left or right) will set the base at 15°. A protractor is recommended when accurate cuts are required.  Remove the battery pack.  Rotate the base adjustment lever forward to loosen the base.  Slide the base forward. Rotate base left or right until the bevel scale indicator is positioned at the desired bevel angle. If the selected angle is 0˚ or 45˚, interface the tab on the base support with the appropriate notch on the base. NOTE: When making a setup for accurate cuts with a protractor, or for angles other than 0˚ or 45˚ (left or right), the positive stop notches on the rear of the base are not used.  Slide the base back (toward the rear of the tool) until the tab of the base support contacts the base or fits within a notch on the base.  Push the base adjustment lever firmly back into place. Make sure that the base is properly set before starting the jig saw.  Reinstall the battery pack. METAL CUTTING See Figure 11, page 13. NOTE: The jig saw must be in the no-orbit mode to cut metals and conduit. Set the orbital adjustment knob to "0." Refer to the Orbital Motion section earlier in this manual for more details. Many kinds of metals can be cut with the saw using a metal cutting blade. Be careful not to twist or bend the blades. Do not force. If the blade chatters or vibrates excessively, use a finer-tooth metal-cutting blade. If blade heats excessively, use lower speed. If blade teeth become filled or clogged when cutting soft metals, such as aluminum, use a coarsertooth blade or lower speed. We recommend use of lubricant when cutting metals to keep blades cool, increase cutting action, and prolong blade life. Clamp the work firmly and saw close to the clamping point to eliminate any vibration of the work being cut. When cutting conduit, pipe, or angle iron, clamp work in a vise if possible and saw close to the vise. To cut thin sheet materials, "sandwich" the material between hardboard or plywood and clamp the layers to eliminate vibration and material tearing. By doing this, the material will be cut smoothly. Lay out your pattern or line of cut on top of the "sandwich." NOTE: When cutting metal, keep exposed portion of saw bar clean and free of metal chips by wiping frequently with an oily cloth. Use extreme caution in disposing of oily cloth after completion of job to prevent potential fire hazard. 9 - English