General Operation - Ryobi ED-1500 Owner's Operating Manual

NOTE: Hammer drilling mode will damage the
tool's mechanism when used for fastening or
drilling by non-SDS Plus bits. Select the rotary
mode only on such purpose.
When hammer drilling, use only bits with hard
metal and SDS shaft only. The use of commercially
available masonry bits with cylindrical shaft by
means of the drill adaptor is impossible.
CAUTION. When hammer drilling, do
not apply too much pressure. Too much
pressure will place unnecessary load on
the motor.
ON/OFF TRIGGER
To turn the drill ON, depress the switch trigger. To
turn it OFF, release the switch trigger, Fig.9.
VARIABLE SPEED (FIG.10)
You can use the variable speed dial to preselect
the rotational speed of the drill.
Low rotation speed (Setting 1 or 2)
For tasks requiring careful and precise drilling.
Medium rotation speed (Setting 3 or 4)
For drilling in steel or wood.
High rotation speed (Setting 5 or 6)
For hammer drilling/chiselling in concrete or stone.

GENERAL OPERATION

Check the product, its power cord and plug as well
as accessories for damage before each use. Do
not use the product if it is damaged or shows wear.
Double check that accessories or drill bits are
properly fixed.
Always hold the product by its main handle and
auxiliary handle at all times. Keep the handle
surfaces dry to ensure safe support.
Ensure that the air vents are always unobstructed
and clean. Clean them if necessary with a soft
brush. Blocked air vents may lead to overheating
and damage the product.
Switch the product off immediately if you are
disturbed while working by other people entering
the working area. Always let the product come to
complete stop before putting it down.
Do not overwork yourself. Take regular breaks to
ensure you can concentrate on the work and have
full control over the product.
OPERATION
DRILLING
Secure the material to be drilled in a vise or with
clamps to keep it from turning as the drill bit
rotates.
Hold the drill firmly and place the bit at the point to
be drilled.
Depress the switch trigger to start the drill.
Move the drill bit into the workpiece, applying only
enough pressure to keep the bit cutting. Do not
force the drill or apply side pressure to elongate a
hole. Let the tool do the work.
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Fig. 9
Fig. 10
WARNING. Keep in mind that there are
buried objects hidden in every
household. Ensure that there are no
gas, water or power lines hidden in the
working area that may be hit before
operation – danger of electrical shock
and serious damage to people and
property. Use a suitable detector to trace
such objects in advance!