How to change the blade on a Ryobi Circular Saw

How to Fit a Blade on a Ryobi Circular Saw 

Safety First 

1. Disconnect the power source

• For corded saws: unplug from the mains.
• For cordless saws: remove the battery pack. 

    This prevents accidental activation. 

2. Wear eye protection and gloves to avoid injury.

Step-by-Step Instructions 

1. Engage the spindle lock

• Press and hold the spindle lock button (or use the locking mechanism provided) to stop the spindle from turning. 

2. Loosen the blade bolt

• Use the Allen key supplied with the saw to turn the bolt anti- Clockwise to loosen it.

3. Move the lower blade guard out of the way

• Lift or retract the guard using the retracting handle so you can access the spindle and fit the blade.
• Keep fingers clear of the blade area at all times. 

4. Remove the outer flange and old blade

• Take off the outer flange and carefully remove the blade from the spindle. 

5. Fit the new blade

• Follow the direction-of-cut arrow on the blade housing to ensure the blade teeth point the correct way (towards the front of the saw).
• Make sure the arbour on the NEW blade is the same size as the spindle (16mm)
• Place the blade onto the inner flange. CARE: The inner flange must be in-place before the blade. 

6. Replace the outer flange and tighten the bolt

• Put the outer flange back in position.
• Tighten the bolt clockwise using the Allen key while holding the spindle lock.

7. Release the blade guard

• Ensure the guard moves freely and automatically covers the blade. 

Final Checks

• Confirm the blade is secure and spins freely without wobble.
• Reconnect the power only when you are ready to cut.