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This new cordless hammer drill has been engineered and manufactured to Ryobi’s high standard for dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety. When properly cared for, the drill-driver will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance. WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator's manual before using this product.
Use of any other batteries may create a risk of fire. ■ Use battery only with charger listed. MODEL BATTERY HD1830 130255004 PERSONAL SAFETY ■ Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use com- mon sense when operating a power tool. Do not use tool while tired or under the influence of drugs, alco- hol, or medication.
SERVICE ■ Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel. Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel may result in a risk of injury. ■ Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation where the cutting tool may contact hidden wiring.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR CHARGER WARNING: Read and understand all instructions. Failure to fol- low all instructions listed below, may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury. ■ Never use a battery that has been dropped or received a sharp blow. A damaged battery is subject to explosion.
Important: Some of the following symbols may be used on your tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer. SYMBOL NAME Volts Amperes Hertz Minutes Alternating Current Direct Current No Load Speed...
KNOW YOUR HAMMER DRILL See Figure 1. Before using this product, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety requirements. However, do not let familiarity with the tool make you careless. KEYLESS CHUCK This hammer drill has a heavy-duty keyless chuck that allows you to hand tighten or release drill bit in the chuck jaws.
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FEATURES THREE SPEED GEAR TRAIN (LO-HI-SUPER-HI) DEPTH GAUGE AUXILIARY HANDLE ASSEMBLY DIRECTION OF ROTATION SELECTOR TORQUE KEYLESS ADJUSTING RING CHUCK SWITCH TRIGGER STORAGE AREA BATTERY PACK Fig. 1 Page 9...
WARNING: The hammer drill should never be connected to a power supply when you are assembling parts, making adjustments, cleaning, performing maintenance, or when the tool is not in use. Disconnecting the tool will prevent accidental starting that could cause serious injury.
ADJUSTING THE TORQUE See Figure 4. The hammer drill is equipped with an adjustable torque clutch for driving different types of screws into different materials. Adjust the torque as necessary. We recommend that you use carbide-tipped bits and select hammer mode when drilling in hard materials such as brick, tile, concrete, etc.
CHANGING THE BIT ROTATION See Figure 5. The direction of the chuck is controlled by the rotation selector located above the trigger switch. Follow these steps to change the bit rotation. ■ For forward rotation : Move the rotation selector to the left.
WARNING: Exercise caution when using this tool. Careless actions, for even a fraction of a second, can result in serious personal injury. CHARGING YOUR DRILL-DRIVER The battery pack for this tool has been shipped in a low charge condition to prevent possible problems. Therefore, you should charge it prior to use.
TURNING ON/OFF THE HAMMER DRILL See Figure 10. Follow these steps to turn on/off the hammer drill. ■ Turn on the hammer drill : Depress the trigger switch. ■ Turn off the hammer drill : Release the trigger switch. VARIABLE SPEED See Figure 10.
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THREE SPEED GEAR TRAIN See Figure 11. The hammer drill has a three-speed gear train that provides a super-high speed of approximately 2,200/min, a high speed of approximately 750/min. and a low speed of approximately 370/min (stated speeds are with the trigger switch in the “Full-on”...
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TO INSTALL BATTERY PACK ■ Place the direction of rotation selector in center position. See Figure 10. ■ Place the battery pack in your drill. Align raised rib on battery pack with groove in drill's battery port. See Figure 13. ■...
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WARNING: Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operating tool. Failure to do so could result in dust, shavings, or loose particles being thrown into your eyes, resulting in possible serious injury. DRILLING See Figure 15. The material to be drilled should be secured in a vise or with clamps to keep it from turning as the drill bit rotates.
REMOVING THE CHUCK See Figures 16, 17, and 18. Follow these steps to remove the chuck. ■ Lock the trigger switch by placing the rotation selector in the center position. ■ Insert a 5/16 inch or larger hex key wrench into the chuck of the drill and tighten the chuck jaws securely.
Any repairs requiring disassembly should only be performed by a Ryobi Authorized Service Center. For the repair center nearest you, call 1-800-525-2579. ■ Storing and charging your batteries in temperatures above 100°F or below 50°F will shorten battery life.
Ryobi Authorized Service Center. Be sure to provide all pertinent facts when you call or visit. Please call 1-800-525-2579 for your nearest Ryobi Authorized Service Center. You can also check our web site at www.ryobitools.com for a complete list of Authorized Service Centers.
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