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Ryobi HP61 Operator's Manual

Ryobi HP61 Operator's Manual

Ryobi cordless drill-driver owner's operator's manual hp61
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THANK YOU FOR BUYING A RYOBI CORDLESS DRILL-DRIVER.
Your new cordless drill-driver has been engineered and manufactured to Ryobi's high standard for dependability, ease of
operation, and operator safety. Properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance.
CAUTION: Carefully read through this entire operator's manual before using your new cordless drill-driver.
Pay close attention to the Rules for Safe Operation, Warnings, and Cautions. If you use your cordless drill-driver properly
and only for what it is intended, you will enjoy years of safe, reliable service.
Thank you again for buying Ryobi tools.
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
OWNER'S OPERATOR'S MANUAL
CORDLESS DRILL-DRIVER
MODEL NO. HP61

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  • Page 1 THANK YOU FOR BUYING A RYOBI CORDLESS DRILL-DRIVER. Your new cordless drill-driver has been engineered and manufactured to Ryobi’s high standard for dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety. Properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    G. Chuck Removal, To Retighten a Loose Chuck ... 11 Maintenance ...12 Battery Removal ...13 A. Disposal Of Exhausted Batteries B. Battery Removal, Preparation For Recycling ...13 Service Information ...14 CAUTION: Carefully read through this entire manual before using your new drill-driver. TYPICAL APPLICATIONS DRILLING LEVEL DRILLING Page 2...

  • Page 3: Rules For Safe Operation

    RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols, and the explanations with them, deserve your careful attention and understanding. The safety warnings do not by themselves eliminate any danger. The instructions or warnings they give are not substitutes for proper accident prevention measures.

  • Page 4: Precautions On Using Your Cordless Tool

    WARNING: Drilling into electrical wiring can cause drill bit and chuck to become electically live. Do not touch the chuck or metal housing when drilling into a wall; grasp only the insulated handle(s) provided on the tool.

  • Page 5: Precautions Regarding The Use Of Charger And Batteries

    RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION (Continued) 7. An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely necessary. Use of improper extension cord could result in a risk of fire and electric shock. If extension cord must be used, make sure: a. That pins on plug of extension cord are the same number, size and shape as those of plug on charger.

  • Page 6: Operation

    Connect charger to power supply. The charge indicator light (LED) indicator, which is located on rear of drill, will light up when charger is properly connected to power supply. This red light indi- cates your drill is charging and will remain on until charger is disconnected from power supply.

  • Page 7: Important Information For Recharging Hot Batteries, Switch, Switch Lock, Reversible

    See Figure 3. This tool is reversible. The direction of rotation is controlled by a selector located above the switch trigger. With the drill held in normal operating position, the direction of rotation selector should be positioned to the left of the switch for drilling.

  • Page 8: Keyless Chuck, Installing Bits

    KEYLESS CHUCK See Figure 4. A keyless chuck has been provided with your drill to allow for easy installation and removal of bits. As the name implies, you can hand tighten or release drill bits in the chuck jaws. Grasp and hold the collar of the chuck with one hand. Rotate the chuck body with your other hand.

  • Page 9: Removing Bits, Screwdriving, Bit Storage, Level Drilling

    LEVEL DRILLING See Figure 9. A convenient new feature provided with your drill is a level. It is recessed in the motor housing on top of your drill. It can be used to keep drill bit level during drilling operations. OPERATION...

  • Page 10: Drilling

    If you are not prepared, this loss of control can result in possible serious injury. When drilling metals, use a light oil on the drill bit to keep it from overheating. The oil will prolong the life of the bit and increase the drilling action.

  • Page 11: Chuck Removal, To Retighten A Loose Chuck

    Insert a 5/16 inch or larger hex key wrench into the chuck of your drill and tighten the chuck jaws securely. Tap the hex key wrench sharply with a mallet in a clockwise direction. See Figure 11. This will loosen the screw in the chuck for easy removal.

  • Page 12: Maintenance

    BATTERIES Your drill is equipped with Nickel-Cadmium rechargeable batteries. Length of service from each charging will depend on the type of work you are doing. The batteries in this tool have been designed to provide maximum trouble-free life. However, like all batteries, they will eventually wear out.

  • Page 13: Battery Removal

    TO REMOVE: Lock switch trigger by placing the forward/reverse switch in center position. Remove battery cover from bottom of drill handle by depressing and pushing cover in the direction of the arrow as shown in figure 14. Slide battery assembly from drill handle enough to expose leads and battery terminals.

  • Page 14: Service Information

    Please refer to the Service Center insert or call 1-800-525-2579 in the United States or 1-800-265-6778 in Canada for your nearest Authorized Service Center. You can also check our web site at www.ryobi.com for a complete list of Authorized Service Centers.

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