Page 3 - GENERAL SAFETY RULES; ELECTRICAL SAFETY
2 3 GENERAL SAFETY RULES WARNING! Read all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. The term “power tool” in all of the warn-ings listed below refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordles...
Page 4 - BATTERY TOOL USE AND CARE
4 5 GENERAL SAFETY RULES SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES n Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc., in accordance with these instructions and in the manner intended for the particular type of power tool, taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the power tool ...
Page 5 - SAFETY RULES FOR CHARGER
4 5 n An extension cord should not be used unlessabsolutely necessary. Use of improper extension cord could result in a risk of fire and electric shock. Ifextension cord must be used, make sure: a . T h a t p i n s o n p l u g o f e x t e n s i o n c o r d a r e t h e s a m e n u m b e r , s i z e a...
Page 6 - SYMBOLS; SYMBOL
6 7 SYMBOLS Some of the following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpreta-tion of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer. Read The Operator’s Manual Safety Alert No Hands Symbol No Hands Symbol No Hands Symbol No Hands...
Page 7 - SERVICE; SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
6 7 SYMBOLS SERVICE Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge and should be performed only by a qualified service tech-nician. For service we suggest you return the product to the nearest AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER for repair. When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. WARNING: To avoi...
Page 8 - FEATURES; PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
8 9 FEATURES PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Motor ..................................................................18 Volt DCSwitch..........................................................Variable SpeedNo Load Speed ....................................0-440/0-1,600/min. Charger Input ........................
Page 10 - ASSEMBLY; UNPACKING
10 11 ASSEMBLY UNPACKING This product has been shipped completely assembled. n Carefully remove the tool and any accessories from the box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are included. n Inspect the tool carefully to make sure no breakage or damage occurred during shipping. n Do ...
Page 11 - OPERATION; CHARGING A COOL BATTERY PACK; APPLICATIONS
10 11 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. ...
Page 12 - CHARGING A HOT BATTERY PACK; TO INSTALL BATTERY PACK; TO REMOVE BATTERY PACK
12 13 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 caus...
Page 13 - SWITCH TRIGGER; VARIABLE SPEED; DIRECTION OF ROTATION SELECTOR; KEYLESS CHUCK
12 13 DIRECTION OF ROTATION SELECTOR (FORWARD/REVERSE/CENTER LOCK) OPERATION Fig. 5 Fig. 6 WARNING: Battery tools are always in operating condition. There-fore, switch should always be locked when not in use orcarrying at your side. SWITCH TRIGGER See Figure 5. To turn the drill ON , depress the swi...
Page 14 - MAGNETIC BIT HOLDER
14 15 OPERATION TWO-SPEED GEAR TRAIN See Figure 7. The drill has a two-speed gear train designed for drilling or driving at LOW (1) or HIGH (2) speeds. A slide switch is lo- cated on top of the drill to select either LOW (1) or HIGH (2) speed. When using drill in the LOW (1) speed range, speed will ...
Page 15 - REMOVING BITS
14 15 OPERATION Fig. 10 REMOVING BITS See Figure 9. n Lock the switch trigger by placing the direction of rotation selector in the center position. n Rotate the chuck sleeve clockwise to open the chuck jaws. NOTE: Rotate the chuck body in the direction of the ar- row marked UNLOCK to loosen the chuc...
Page 16 - QUICK MODE SELECTOR; DRILL MODE; SELECTING DRIVE OR DRILL SETTING
16 17 OPERATION QUICK MODE SELECTOR See Figure 12. The Quick Mode Selector allows you to quickly switch from drill mode to drive mode.In general, drill mode should be used for drilling and other heavy duty applications. Drive mode should be used for driving screws. DRILL MODE (TORQUE ADJUSTMENT NOT ...
Page 17 - TORQUE ADJUSTMENT; BIT STORAGE
16 17 OPERATION TORQUE ADJUSTING RING TO DECREASE TORQUE TO INCREASE TORQUE Fig. 14 Fig. 15 MAG TRAY ™ SCREWS TORQUE ADJUSTMENT See Figure 14. When using the drill-driver for various driving applications, it becomes necessary to increase or decrease the torque in order to help prevent the possibilit...
Page 18 - DRILLING
18 19 DRILLING See Figure 17. n Check the direction of rotation selector for the correct setting (forward or reverse).� n Secure the material to be drilled in a vise or with clamps to keep it from turning as the drill bit rotates.� n Hold the drill firmly and place the bit at the point to be drilled...
Page 19 - MAINTENANCE; GENERAL MAINTENANCE
18 19 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, ...
Page 20 - CHUCK REMOVAL
20 21 MAINTENANCE CHUCK REMOVAL See Figures 18 - 20. The chuck may be removed and replaced by a new one. n Lock the switch trigger by placing the direction of rotation selector in center position. n Insert a 5/16 in. or larger hex key into the chuck of the drill and tighten the chuck jaws securely. ...
Page 21 - NOTES
Page 22 - • MODEL NUMBER; OPERATOR’S MANUAL
22 RYOBI TECHNOLOGIES, INC. 1428 Pearman Dairy Road, Anderson, SC 29625 Post Office Box 1207, Anderson, SC 29622-1207 Phone 1-800-525-2579 www.ryobitools.com 983000-750 7-05 • SERVICE Now that you have purchased your tool, should a need ever exist for repair parts or service, simply contact your nea...