Ryobi P610- Manuals

6 SYMBOLS Some of the following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer. V Volts Voltage A Amperes Current Hz Hertz Frequency (cycles per second) W Watt Power min Minutes T...

7 SYMBOLS The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product. DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, ...

8 FEATURES Fig. 1 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Motor .................................................................. 18 Volt DCNo Load Speed ................................................ 10,000/min.Planing Width ............................................................... 2 in.Planing Depth ........

9 UNPACKING This product has been shipped completely assembled.  Carefully remove the tool and any accessories from the box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are included.  Inspect the tool carefully to make sure no breakage or damage occurred during shipping.  Do not discard t...

10 OPERATION NOTE: Batteries will not reach full charge the first time they are charged. Allow several cycles (operation followed by recharging) for them to become fully charged. CHARGING A COOL BATTERY PACK If battery pack is within normal temperature range, the red LED on charger will come on. NOT...

11 OPERATION CHARGING A HOT BATTERY PACK When using the tool continuously, the batteries in the battery pack will become hot. You should let a hot battery pack cool down for approximately 30 minutes before attempting to recharge. When the battery pack becomes discharged and is hot, this will cause t...

12 64 1 (0 .4 m m ) OPERATION Fig. 6 WARNING: Battery tools are always in operating condition. Therefore, switch should always be locked when not in use or carrying at your side. STARTING/STOPPING THE PLANER See Figure 6.  To start the planer: Push the lock-off button from either side, and then dep...

13 OPERATION WARNING: Always clamp the workpiece securely before making a cut. Work moving during a cut could result in loss of control of the planer and cause serious injury. OPERATING THE PLANER See Figure 9.  Clamp the work securely.  Support the work so that the operation is on your right.  A...

14 OPERATION CHAMFERING See Figure 10. The planer is designed with a chamfering groove in the front shoe to chamfer edges of boards as shown. Before making a cut on good lumber, practice cutting on scrap lumber to determine the amount to be removed.  Clamp the work securely.  Hold the front handle...

15 OPERATION PLANING EDGES See Figure 12. Follow the directions in Operating the Planer . Hold the edge guide firmly against the edge of the work surface. ATTACHING THE EDGE GUIDE FOR MAKING RABBET CUTS  Lock the switch by placing the lock-off button in the center position.  Remove the battery pac...

16 MAINTENANCE WARNING: When servicing, use only identical 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...

17 MAINTENANCE BLADE WRENCH SCREWS BLADE CLAMP CHANGING BLADES See Figures 14 - 16. The planer blades are reversible. When one edge becomes dull, the blade can be reversed so that the other side can be used. Always replace or reverse blades in pairs. Do not attempt to sharpen blades. If the blades i...

18 MAINTENANCE REPLACING THE BELT See Figures 17 - 18. When replacing the belt, use recommended replacement belt only (Part No. 570279002).  Remove the battery pack from the tool.  Remove the belt cover screws.  Remove the belt cover.  Force the old belt from the small pulley by turning in the d...

20 ONE WORLD TECHNOLOGIES, INC. 1428 Pearman Dairy Road, Anderson, SC 29625 Phone 1-800-525-2579 www.ryobitools.com • SERVICE Now that you have purchased your tool, should a need ever exist for repair parts or service, simply contact your nearest Authorized Service Center. Be sure to provide all per...