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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
14 in. (356 mm) Abrasive Cut-Off
Machine – Model C2600
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THANK YOU FOR BUYING A RYOBI ABRASIVE CUT-OFF MACHINE.
Your new cut-off machine has been engineered and manufactured to Ryobi's high standards for dependability, ease of
operation, and operator safety. Properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance.
CAUTION: Carefully read through this entire operator's manual before
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TABLE OF CONTENTS n Table Of Contents ....................................................................................................................................... 2 n Rules For Safe Operation ........................................................................................................................3-5 n Electrical...................................................................................................................................................... 6 • Extens
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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION 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 accident prevention measures. SYMBOL MEANING SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL: Indicates caution, warning, or danger. May be used in conjunction with other symbols or pict
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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION Safe operation of this power tool requires that you read and n ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES WITH SIDE understand this operator's manual and all labels affixed to SHIELDS. Everyday eyeglasses have only impact- the tool. Safety is a combination of common sense, staying resistant lenses; they are NOT safety glasses. alert, and knowing how your cut-off machine works. n PROTECT YOUR LUNGS. Wear a face or dust mask if READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS the cutting operation is dusty. n PROT
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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION n DO NOT TURN THE MOTOR SWITCH ON AND OFF RAPIDLY. This could cause the wheel to loosen and could WARNING: Wheel coasts after turn off. create a hazard. Should this ever occur, stand clear and allow the wheel to come to a complete stop. Disconnect n NEVER USE IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE. your cut-off machine from the power supply and securely Normal sparking of the motor or sparking from cutting retighten the wheel arbor bolt. metal could ignite fumes. n REPLACEMENT PARTS
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ELECTRICAL EXTENSION CORDS ELECTRICAL CONNECTION Use only 3-wire extension cords that have 3-prong ground- Your Ryobi Abrasive Wheel Cut-off Machine is powered by ing plugs and 3-pole receptacles that accept the tool's plug. a precision built electric motor. It should be connected to a When using a power tool at a considerable distance from the power supply that is 120 volts, 60 Hz, AC only (normal power source, use an extension cord heavy enough to carry household current). Do not operate this
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UNPACKING AND LOOSE PARTS Your abrasive cut-off machine has been shipped completely If any parts are damaged or missing, do not attempt to plug assembled. in the power cord and turn the switch on until the damaged or missing parts are obtained and are installed correctly. n Remove all loose parts from the carton. Contact your nearest Ryobi dealer or call 1-800-525-2579 n Remove the packing materials from around your machine. in the United States or 1-800-265-6778 in Canada for n Carefully lift t
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FEATURES the wheel. It retracts over the upper wheel guard as the KNOW YOUR ABRASIVE CUT-OFF MACHINE wheel is lowered into the workpiece. See Figures 2 and 3. Before attempting to use your machine, familiarize yourself VISE CLAMP with all operating features and safety requirements. See Figure 2. A vise clamp has been provided with your cut-off machine. It is located on the end of the vise screw and provides greater WARNING: control by clamping the workpiece to the fence. It also prevents the wor
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30 15 FEATURES CARRYING HANDLE TRIGGER LOCK See Figure 3. See Figure 4. For convenience when carrying or transporting your cut-off To prevent unauthorized use of your cut-off machine, we machine from one place to another, a carrying handle has suggest that you disconnect it from the power supply and been provided on top of the machine arm as shown figure 3. lock the switch in the off position. To lock the switch, install To transport, turn off and unplug your machine, then lower a padlock (not i
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ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: To prevent accidental starting that could cause possible INNER serious personal injury, assemble all parts to your cut-off WASHER 14 in. (356 mm) machine before connecting it to power supply. Machine ABRASIVE should never be connected to power supply when you WHEEL WHEEL ARBOR are assembling parts, making adjustments, installing or removing wheels, or when not in use. INNER a a a aa a a FLANGE a aa a a a a a a a As mentioned previously your cut-off machine has been a a a aa
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45 15 45 0 30 15 0 a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a ADJUSTMENTS a a a a a a a a aa ADJUSTABLE FLIP FENCE a a a a aa a See Figure 6. a a a a a a The adjustable flip fence is located at the rear of your cut-off a a a a a machine. As mentioned previously, it is used along with the a a a a vise clamp to provide a clamp for holding your workpiece FENCE LOCK securely when making cuts. It also makes your cut-off HANDLE VISE CLAMP machine more versatile. The fence can be rotated to obtain cutting angles
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ADJUSTMENTS QUICK LOCK-RELEASE LEVER See Figures 9 and 10. The quick lock-release lever engages the vise clamp to be used along with the fence assembly to provide a vise for securing the workpiece to be cut. It also allows you to open and close the vise quickly without repetitive turning of the vise crank handle. USING THE QUICK LOCK-RELEASE LEVER AND VISE CLAMP TO LOOSEN VISE CRANK See Figure 9. HANDLE n Unplug your cut-off machine. VISE QUICK LOCK-RELEASE LEVER CLAMP WITH THREADS NOT ENGAGED W
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15 0 ADJUSTMENTS a a a a a a a a a a DEPTH STOP a a a a a a a a a aaa a a DEPTH STOP The depth stop limits the wheel's downward travel. It aa a a BOLT allows the wheel to go below the machine base enough a aaa aa a a a a aa to maintain full cutting capacities. a a a a aa a The adjustable depth stop is a nylok bolt threaded into the a a a a a a a a a a a base of the machine at the rear. To adjust the depth stop a a a a use an 8 mm wrench to raise or lower the depth stop bolt. The depth stop is fa
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45 15 45 0 30 15 0 OPERATION POWER SUPPLY MACHINE ARM SWITCH Before operating your cut-off machine, check your power (HANDLE) TRIGGER supply and make sure it meets the requirements listed on the tool’s data plate. A substantial voltage drop will cause a LOCK-ON a a a a BUTTON loss of power and machine overheating. a a a a a a a aa a Common causes of power loss and machine overheating a a a a a a a a a aaa a a are insufficient extension cord size and multiple tools aa a a a aaa aa operating from
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45 15 45 0 30 15 0 OPERATION CUT-OFF MACHINE ARM SWITCH See Figures 14 and 15. (HANDLE) TRIGGER A cut-off is made by cutting across the width of the workpiece. A straight crosscut is made with the adjustable a a a a flip fence set at the zero degree position. Angled cut-offs a a a a a a a aa a are made with the adjustable flip fence set at some angle a a a a a a a a a aaa a a other than zero. aa a a FENCE a aaa aa a a a a aa To cut with your cut-off machine: LOCK a a a a aa a a a a a a a HANDLE
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OPERATION MOUNTING HOLES Your cut-off machine should be permanently mounted to a firm supporting surface such as workbench. The four bolt HOLE PATTERN FOR MOUNTING SURFACE holes that secure the feet on the bottom of the base can be used for this purpose. Using a 6 mm hex key, remove bolts, washers, and feet from bottom of cut-off machine. The four mounting holes should be bolted securely using 8 mm machine bolts, lock washers, and flat washers (not in- 8 in. 7/16 in. DIA. cluded). Bolts should b
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MAINTENANCE WARNING: BRUSH CAP To ensure safety and reliability, all repairs — with the exception of the externally accessible brushes — should be performed by a Ryobi Authorized Service Center. BRUSH ASSEMBLY BRUSH REPLACEMENT a a a a See Figure 17. a a a a a a Your cut-off machine has externally accessible brush a aa a assemblies that should be periodically checked for wear. a a a a a a a a a aaa a a Proceed as follows when replacement is aa a a required: a aaa aa BRUSH a a a a aa ASSEMBLY n
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TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION Motor does not reach full speed or 1. Voltage from power source is low. 1. Request a voltage check from the power. power company. 2. Circuit is overloaded. 2. Test on a different circuit or without anything else on circuit. 3. Motor burned out. 3. Have tool serviced and request a voltage check from the power company. 4. Fuses or circuit breakers are 4. Have an electrician replace with a wrong size. 15 amp fuse or circuit
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OPERATOR'S MANUAL 14 in. (356 mm) Abrasive Cut-Off Model C2600 EXTENSION CORD CAUTION **Ampere rating (on tool data plate) 0-2.0 2.1-3.4 3.5-5.0 5.1-7.0 7.1-12.0 12.1-16.0 When using a power tool at a considerable distance from a power source, be sure to use an extension cord that has the capacity Cord Length Wire Size (A.W.G.) to handle the current the tool will draw. An undersized cord will 25' 16 16 16 16 14 14 cause a drop in line voltage, resulting in overheating and loss of power. Use
