Ryobi P100 English Manual - Page 1

18 VOLT BATTERY PACK P100 CHARGERS SOLD SEPARATELY Always mention the above model number when communicating with us regarding battery pack. Use battery pack for Ryobi Cordless products only. Refer to the Operator's Manual provided with product. This battery pack requires 1 hour of charging time to be fully charged. SAFETY RULES WARNING! READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS. Failure to follow all instructions listed below, may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.  When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects like: paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws, or other small metal objects that can make a connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the battery terminals together may cause sparks, burns, or a fire.  Do not place battery tools or their batteries near fire or heat. This will reduce the risk of explosion and possibly injury.  Never use a battery that has been dropped or received a sharp blow. A damaged battery is subject to explosion. Properly dispose of a dropped or damaged battery immediately.  Batteries vent hydrogen gas and can explode in the presence of a source of ignition, such as a pilot light. To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, never use any cordless product in the presence of open flame. An exploded battery can propel debris and chemicals. If exposed, flush with water immediately.  Do not charge battery in a damp or wet location. Fol- lowing this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock.  Recommended chargers: MODEL CHARGER (P110) P100 1423701, 140237021, 140237023 or P130  For best results, your battery should be charged in a location where the temperature is more than 50°F but less than 100°F. Do not store outside or in vehicles.  Under extreme usage or temperature conditions, battery leakage may occur. If liquid comes in contact with your skin, wash immediately with soap and water, then neutralize with lemon juice or vinegar. If liquid gets into your eyes, flush them with clean water for at least 10 minutes, then seek immediate medical attention. Following this rule will reduce the risk of serious personal injury.  If the power supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced only by the manufacturer or by an authorized service center to avoid risk.  Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and use them to instruct others who may use this tool. If you loan someone this tool, loan them these instructions also to prevent misuse of the product and possible injury. OPERATION CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK Battery packs are shipped in a low charge condition to prevent possible problems. Therefore, you should charge them until the green LED on the front of the charger comes on. 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. NOTE: If the charger does not charge the battery pack under normal circumstances, return both the battery pack and charger to your nearest Ryobi Authorized Service Center for electrical check.  Charge the battery pack only with a recommended charger.  Make sure the power supply is normal household voltage, 120 volts, 60 Hz, AC only.  Connect the charger to the power supply.  Place the battery pack in the charger aligning raised rib on the battery pack with the groove in the charger. See Figure 1.  Press down on the battery pack to be sure contacts on the battery pack engage properly with contacts in the charger.  Normally the red LED on charger will come on. This indicates the charger is in fast charging mode.  Red LED should remain on for approximately 1 hour then the green LED will come on. Green LED on indicates battery pack is fully charged and charger is in maintenance charge mode.