Ryobi P230- Manual

6 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 S...

7 SYMBOLS SERVICE Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge and should be performed only by a qualified service technician. For service we suggest you return the product to your nearest AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER for repair. When servic- ing, use only identical replacement parts. WARNING: SAVE TH...

8 KNOW YOUR IMPACT DRIVER See Figure 1. Before attempting to use this product, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety rules. SWITCH LOCK The switch trigger can be locked in the OFF position. This feature helps reduce the possibility of accidental starting when not in use. VARIAB...

9 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 not ...

10 OPERATION n If both yellow and green LEDs come on, this indi- cates a deeply discharged or defective battery pack. Allow the battery pack to remain in the charger for 15 to 30 minutes. When the battery pack reaches normal voltage range, the red LED should come on. If the red LED does not come on ...

11 OPERATION Fig. 3 BATTERY PACK (NOT INCLUDED) LATCHES DEPRESS LATCHES TO RELEASE BATTERY PACK 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 ...

12 OPERATION WARNING: Battery tools are always in operating condition. Therefore, switch should always be locked when not in use or carrying at your side. CAUTION: The metal surface may become hot during use. Avoid contact with it to avoid possible burn injury. SWITCH TRIGGER See Figure 4. To turn t...

13 OPERATION Fig. 5 BIT STORAGE AREA ADAPTOR BIT COUPLER ADAPTOR BIT Fig. 6 BIT STORAGE See Figure 5. When not in use, bits provided with the tool can be placed in the storage area located at the bottom of the tool handle. INSTALLING BITS See Figure 6. n Lock switch trigger on the tool by placing th...

14 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, als...

16 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 983000-557 7-05 • SERVICE Now that you have purchased your tool, should a need ever exist for repair parts or service, simply contact your nea...