Ryobi WS750L Operation Manual - Page 17

MAINTENANCE WARNING: When servicing, use only identical Ryobi replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage. WARNING: Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields during power tool operation or when blowing dust. If operation is dusty, also wear a dust mask. GENERAL MAINTENANCE 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, dust, oil, grease, etc. WARNING: Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleumbased products, penetrating oils, etc., come in contact with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken or destroy plastic which may result in serious personal injury. LUBRICATION All of the bearings in this tool are lubricated with a sufficient amount of high grade lubricant for the life of the unit under normal operating conditions. After extended use, lubricate table rollers and clean the slide rod so the table will slide smoothly. Cleaning the Slide Rod During use, the slide rod will become dirty preventing the table rollers from sliding smoothly. It is important to clean the slide rod often using a clean, dry cloth. Brush REPLACEMENT See Figure 35, page 27. The saw has externally accessible brush assemblies that should be periodically checked for wear. Proceed as follows when replacement is required:  Unplug the saw. WARNING: Failure to unplug the saw could result in accidental starting causing serious injury.  Remove brush cap with a screwdriver. Brush assembly is spring loaded and will pop out when you remove brush cap.  Remove brush assembly.  Check for wear. Replace both brushes when either has less than 1/4 in. length of carbon remaining. Do not replace one side without replacing the other.  Reassemble using new brush assemblies. Make sure curvature of brush matches curvature of motor and that brush moves freely in brush tube.  Make sure brush cap is oriented correctly (straight) and replace.  Tighten brush cap securely. Do not overtighten. CLEANING THE PUMP See Figure 36, page 27. For best performance, the pump may be cleaned periodically.  Unplug pump before handling or cleaning the pump.  Remove the front cover.  Using a small brush and/or water, clean any debris or trash that is trapped on the inside of the pump.  Remove the front cover. NOTE: To maintain efficiency and extend the life of the pump, check intake screen before use to make sure it is clean. If the pump will not run, try the following solutions:  Ensure that the intake screen is free of obstructions.  Make sure that the water hose isn't clogged or knotted.  Be sure the unit is plugged into a functioning power outlet NOTE: To prevent accidental starting, do not handle the pump while it is connected to a power source. NOTE: FIGURES (ILLUSTRATIONS) START ON PAGE 18 AFTER FRENCH AND SPANISH LANGUAGE SECTIONS 17 - English