Maintenance - Ryobi RIW1838C-0 Manual

Safety, performance, and dependability have been given top
priority in the design of your impact wrench.
INTENDED USE
The impact wrench is intended to be used only by adults who
have read and understood the instructions and warnings in this
manual, and can be considered responsible for their actions.
The product is intended for fastening and removing screws
and bolts using an impact socket.
The product is intended for consumer use only.
Do not use the product for any other purpose. Use of the
a hazardous situation.
WARNING! Read all safety warnings, instructions,
illustrations and specifications provided with this
power tool. Failure to follow all instructions listed below
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
IMPACT WRENCH SAFETY WARNINGS
Hold the power tool by insulated gripping surfaces,
when performing an operation where the cutting
accessory or fasteners may contact hidden wiring.
Cutting accessory or fasteners contacting a "live" wire
may make exposed metal parts of the power tool "live"
and could give the operator an electric shock.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY WARNINGS
Do not switch on the product again after it has stalled.
Switching it on again, can cause a kickback with high
reaction force. Determine why the product has stalled
and rectify it, paying heed to the safety instructions. If
necessary, remove the insertion tool.
Clamp workpiece with a clamping device. Unclamped
use of a tool. When using any tool for prolonged periods,
ensure you take regular breaks.
Ambient temperature range for tool during operation is
Ambient temperature range for tool storage is between
The recommended ambient temperature range for the
ADDITIONAL BATTERY SAFETY WARNINGS
damage due to a short circuit, never immerse your tool,
battery pack or charger in fluid or allow fluid to flow inside
them. Corrosive or conductive fluids, such as seawater,
certain industrial chemicals, and bleach or bleach-
containing products, etc., can cause a short circuit.
Charge the battery pack in a location where the ambient
Store the battery pack in a location where the ambient
TRANSPORTING LITHIUM BATTERIES
Transport the battery in accordance with local and national
provisions and regulations.
Follow all special requirements on packaging and labelling
when transporting batteries by a third party. Ensure that
no batteries can come in contact with other batteries
or conductive materials while in transport by protecting
exposed connectors with insulating, non-conductive caps or
tape. Do not transport batteries that are cracked or leaking.
Check with the forwarding company for further advice.
KNOW YOUR PRODUCT
See page 57.
1. LED worklight
2. Direction of rotation selector
Anvil
Variable speed switch trigger
5. Handle, insulated gripping surface
6. Battery port
7. Low speed
Medium speed
9. High speed
10. "A" mode *
11. Mode selection button
12. Operator's manual
Socket
Battery pack
15. Charger
*The "A" mode is a mode designed to give the user greater
control in application and reduce damage to the fastener or
tool senses the mechanism impacting for approximately one
second.

MAINTENANCE

The product should never be connected to a power
cleaning, performing maintenance, or when the product
is not in use. Disconnecting the product from the power
supply will prevent accidental starting that could cause
When servicing, use only original manufacturer's
replacement parts, accessories and attachments. Use
of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product
damage.
Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most
plastics are susceptible to various types of commercial
solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use clean
cloths to remove dirt, carbon dust, etc.
Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-
based products, penetrating oils, etc., come in contact
with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken or
For greater safety and reliability, all repairs should be
performed by an authorised service centre.
SYMBOLS ON THE PRODUCT
V Volts
No-load speed
Revolutions or reciprocations per minute
IPM
Impacts per minute
Direct current
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