Ryobi HP108L - Manual (Page 9)

9 — English
WARNING:
When servicing, use only identical replacement parts.
Use of any other parts could create a hazard or cause
product damage.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most
plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of
commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use
clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc.
WARNING:
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 injury.
BATTERIES
This product is equipped with a lithium-ion rechargeable
battery. Length of service from each charging will depend
on the type of work you are doing.
The battery in this product has been designed to provide
maximum trouble-free life. However, like all batteries, it will
eventually wear out.
To obtain the longest possible battery life, we suggest the
following:

Remove the product from the charger once it is fully
charged and ready for use.
For product storage longer than 30 days:

Store the product where the temperature is below 80°F.
 Store the product in a “discharged” condition.
MAINTENANCE
BATTERY PACK REMOVAL AND PREPARATION
FOR RECYCLING
See Figure 6, page 10.

Remove the six Phillips head screws securing the motor
housing cover, then remove cover.
 Lift the battery from the motor housing enough to expose
leads and battery terminals.
 Use wire cutters to cut the red wires first. Then cut the
black wire. Then cut the white wire.
WARNING:
Do not cut more than one wire at the same time. This
can cause the battery to short-circuit, which can result
in serious personal injury.
 Remove the battery for disposal.
To preserve natural resources, please recycle or
dispose of batteries properly.
This product contains lithium-ion batteries.
Local, state or federal laws may prohibit disposal
of batteries in ordinary trash.
Consult your local waste authority for information regarding
available recycling and/or disposal options.
WARNING:
Upon removal, cover the battery pack’s terminals with
heavy-duty adhesive tape. Do not attempt to destroy or
disassemble battery pack or remove any of its compo-
nents. Lithium-ion batteries must be recycled or disposed
of properly. Also, never touch both terminals with metal
objects and/or body parts as short circuit may result.
Keep away from children. Failure to comply with these
warnings could result in fire and/or serious injury.
Illustrations start on page 10 after French and Spanish language sections.
This product has a Three-year Limited Warranty.
For Warranty details go to www.ryobitools.com