Maintenance - Ryobi RRS18 Manual

Safety, performance, and dependability have been given
top priority in the design of your reciprocating saw
INTENDED USE
The reciprocating saw 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.
wood, plastic, drywall, and metal up to the depth described
The product is designed for handheld use. The product is not
about how to do this are given by the manufacturer of the
product.
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.
RECIPROCATING SAW SAFETY WARNINGS
Hold the power tool by insulated gripping surfaces,
when performing an operation where the cutting
accessory may contact hidden wiring. Cutting
accessory contacting a "live" wire may make exposed
metal parts of the power tool "live" and could give the
operator an electric shock.
Use clamps or another practical way to secure and
support the workpiece to a stable platform. Holding
the workpiece by hand or against your body leaves it
unstable and may lead to loss of control.
Ambient temperature range for tool during operation is
between 0°C and 40°C.
Ambient temperature range for tool storage is between
0°C and 40°C.
The recommended ambient temperature range for the
charging system during charging is between 10°C and
38°C.
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.
Ambient temperature range for battery during use is
between 0°C and 40°C.
Ambient temperature range for battery storage is
between 0°C and 20°C.
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 56.
1. Shoe assembly
2. Blade clamp
3. Toolless blade change system
4.
5. Switch trigger
6. Handle, insulated gripping surface
7. Battery port
8. Blade
9. Operator's manual
10. Battery pack
11. Charger

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
destroy plastic which may result in serious personal
For greater safety and reliability, all repairs should be
performed by an authorised service centre.
SYMBOLS ON THE PRODUCT
Safety Alert
No-load speed
V Volts
Direct current
min Revolutions or reciprocations per minute
-1
European Conformity Mark
British Conformity Mark
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