How to change the Blade on a Ryobi Dual Blade sliding Mitre saw

How to Change a Blade on a Mitre 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

• Heavy-duty, non-slip gloves are recommended because the blade is extremely sharp. 

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Loosen the blade bolt cover screw

• Loosen (but do not remove) the screw on the blade bolt cover so you can access the blade bolt.

2. Move the lower blade guard out of the way

• Swing the guard upward and hold it clear of the blade area.
• Keep fingers away from the blade at all times. 

3. Engage the spindle lock

• Press and hold the spindle lock button to stop the spindle from turning. 

4. Loosen the blade bolt

• Use the Allen key supplied with the saw to turn the blade bolt clockwise while holding the spindle lock.
• Remove the outer flange.

5. Remove the old blade

• Carefully slide the blade off the spindle.
• Note: The inner flange must remain on the spindle.

6. Fit the new blade

• Ensure the rotation direction on the blade matches the arrow on the blade guard.
• Place the blade onto the spindle against the inner flange.

7. Replace the outer flange and tighten the bolt 

• Position the outer flange with its flat side facing the blade.
• Tighten the blade bolt anti-clockwise using the Allen key while holding the spindle lock.

8. Lower the blade guard and secure the cover

• Ensure the guard moves freely and automatically covers the blade.
• Tighten the blade bolt cover screw. 

Final Checks

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