Ryobi OP241 - Manual

safety rules
screws, or other small metal objects that can make a
connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the
battery terminals together may cause sparks, burns, or a
fire.
 always remove battery pack from your tool when you
are assembling parts, making adjustments, cleaning,
or when not in use. Removing battery pack will prevent
accidental starting that could cause serious personal injury.
 always remove battery pack before storing the device.
 When battery becomes fully charged, unplug the
charger from the power supply and remove the battery
pack from the charger.
 always wear eye protection with side shields marked
to comply with aNsI Z87.1, along with hearing protec-
tion. Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown
into your eyes and other possible serious injuries.
 Keep battery pack dry, clean, and free from oil and
grease. Always use a clean cloth when cleaning. Never
use brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based products, or
any solvents to clean battery pack.
 save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and use
them to instruct others who may use this tool. If you loan
someone this tool, loan them these instructions also.
WarNING!
read aNd uNderstaNd all INstructIoNs. Failure
to follow all instructions listed below, may result in electric
shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.
 Battery tools do not have to be plugged into an elec-
trical outlet; therefore, they are always in operating
condition. Be aware of possible hazards when not us-
ing your battery tool or when changing accessories.
Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock,
fire, or serious personal injury.
 do not place battery tools or their batteries near fire
or heat. This will reduce the risk of explosion and possibly
injury.
 do not crush, drop or damage battery pack. do not
use a battery pack or charger that has been dropped
or received a sharp blow. A damaged battery is subject
to explosion. Properly dispose of a dropped or damaged
battery immediately.
 Batteries can explode in the presence of a source of
ignition, such as a pilot light. To reduce the risk of seri-
ous personal injury, never use any cordless product in the
presence of open flame. An exploded battery can propel
debris and chemicals. If exposed, flush with water imme-
diately.
 do not charge battery tool in a damp or wet location.
Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock.
 for use only with 24 V li-Ion chargers, see tool/
appliance/battery pack/charger correlation supplement
988000-446.
 for best results, your battery tool should be charged
in a location where the temperature is more than 50°f
but less than 100°f. To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, do not store outside or in vehicles.
 under extreme usage or temperature conditions, bat-
tery leakage may occur. If liquid comes in contact with
your skin, wash immediately with soap and water. If
liquid gets into your eyes, flush them with clean water
for at least 10 minutes, then seek immediate medical
attention. Following this rule will reduce the risk of serious
personal injury.
 When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from
other metal objects like: paper clips, coins, keys, nails,
24 Volt lItHIuM-IoN
Battery pacK
op241
Always mention the above model numbers when
communicating with us regarding battery pack.
Use battery pack for Ryobi 24 V cordless products only. Refer
to the Operator’s Manual provided with product.
operatIoN
Battery protectIoN features
Ryobi 24 V lithium-ion battery packs are designed with features
that protect the lithium-ion cells and maximize battery life.
If the tool stops during use, release the trigger to reset and
resume operation. If the tool still does not work, the battery
needs to be recharged.
Battery fuel GauGe
See Figure 1
To display the amount of charge left in the battery, press the
charge level indicator button:
led fuNctIoNs cHarGe status
0 - 10%
10 - 25%
25 - 50%
50 - 75%
75 - 100%
cHarGING tHe Battery pacK
See Figure 1.
Battery packs are shipped in a low charge condition to
prevent possible problems. Therefore, you should charge
prior to first use.
If the charger does not charge the battery pack under normal
circumstances, return both the battery pack and charger to
your nearest Authorized Service Center for electrical check.