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OPERATOR’S MANUAL 4 V LITHIUM-ION SCREWDRIVER REVERSIBLE HP40L Your screwdriver has been engineered and manufactured to our high standard for dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety. When properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance.
The replacement power tool will be covered by the limited warranty for the balance of the two year period from the date of the original purchase. WHAT THIS WARRANTY COVERS: This warranty covers all defects in workmanship or materials in your RYOBI power ®...
MODEL CHARGER or these instructions to operate the power tool. Power HP40L 720217003 tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users. PERSONAL SAFETY Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any ...
GENERAL SAFETY RULES Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc., in connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the accordance with these instructions and in the manner battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire. intended for the particular type of power tool, taking ...
SAFETY RULES FOR CHARGER An extension cord should not be used unless WARNING! absolutely necessary. Use of improper extension cord could result in a risk of fire and electric shock. If extension READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS. cord must be used, make sure: Failure to follow all instructions listed below, may result in a.
SYMBOLS Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the product better and safer. SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION Volts Voltage Amperes Current Hertz Frequency (cycles per second)
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If you servicing, use only identical replacement parts. do not understand the warnings and instructions in the operator’s manual, do not use this product. Call Ryobi customer service for assistance. WARNING: The operation of any power tool can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes, which can result in severe eye damage.
FEATURES PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Torque ............45 in. lb. (5 Nm) Motor ................4 V Collet ............1/4 in. Hex Shank Switch ...........Single Speed/Reversible Charger Input ........120 V, 60 Hz, AC only No Load Speed ........180 r/min. (RPM) Charge Rate ............3-6 hours Clutch ..............
FEATURES LED WORKLIGHT KNOW YOUR SCREWDRIVER The screwdriver has a built-in LED worklight that illumi- See Figure 1. nates when the switch trigger is depressed. This feature is The safe use of this product requires an understanding of convenient when working in close or tight areas where the information on the tool and in this operator’s manual as additional light is needed.
OPERATION WARNING: INPUT Do not allow familiarity with products to make you JACK careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict serious injury. WARNING: CHARGE LIGHT Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operating products.
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OPERATION ADJUSTING TORQUE See Figure 3. REVERSE There are twelve torque indicator settings located on the front of the screwdriver. Rotate adjustment ring to desired setting, aligning num- ber on adjustment ring with arrow on housing. • 1 - 2 For driving small screws •...
MAINTENANCE BATTERIES WARNING: This product is equipped with a lithium-ion rechargeable When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. battery. Length of service from each charging will depend Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause on the type of work you are doing. product damage.
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MAINTENANCE BATTERY PACK REMOVAL AND PREPARATION FOR RECYCLING SCREW(S) See Figure 7. MOTOR Remove the four screws securing motor housing cover, HOUSING then remove cover. Lift batteries from motor housing enough to expose leads and battery terminals. Disconnect the red lead from the battery by pulling apart as shown.
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HOW TO OBTAIN CUSTOMER OR TECHNICAL SUPPORT: To obtain Customer or Technical Support please contact us at 1-800-525-2579. RYOBI is a registered trademark of Ryobi Limited used under license. ® ONE WORLD TECHNOLOGIES, INC. 1428 Pearman Dairy Road, Anderson, SC 29625 Phone 1-800-525-2579 www.ryobitools.com...