RYOBI RIW18C Cordless Brushless Compact 1-2 Inch Impact Wrench Instruction Manual
- October 30, 2023
- RYOBI
Table of Contents
RIW18C Cordless Brushless Compact 1-2 Inch Impact Wrench
Product Information
The RIW18C is an impact wrench designed for fastening and removing screws and bolts using an impact socket. Safety, performance, and dependability have been given top priority in the design. The product is intended for consumer use only and should not be used for any other purpose.
Usage Instructions
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Read all instructions and warnings provided with the product
before assembling, operating, and maintaining the product. -
Ensure that the product is only used by adults who have read and understood the instructions and warnings in the manual.
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Keep the work area clean and well-lit to avoid accidents.
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Avoid operating the power tool in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust.
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Do not expose the power tool to rain or wet conditions as water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
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Use personal protective equipment such as eye protection, dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection to reduce personal injuries.
Following these instructions will help ensure safe usage of the RIW18C impact wrench.
IMPORTANT!
It is essential that you read the instructions in this manual before
assembling, operating, and maintaining the product.
Subject to technical modification.
Safety, performance, and dependability have been given top priority in the
design of your impact wrench.
INTENDED USE
The impact wrench 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. The product is intended for fastening and removing screws and bolts using an impact socket. The product is intended for consumer use only. Do not use the product for any other purpose. Use of the product for operations different from intended could result in a hazardous situation.
GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING! Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations and specifications provided with this power tool. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Save all warnings and instructions for future reference. The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mainsoperated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.
WORK AREA SAFETY
- Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
- Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
- Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
- Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
- Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
- Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
- Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.
- When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
- If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a residual current device (RCD) protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces the risk of electric shock.
PERSONAL SAFETY
- Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
- Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Protective equipment such as a dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.
- Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before connecting to power source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or energising power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
- Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.
- Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.
- Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair and clothing away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
- If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used. Use of dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards.
- Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use of tools allow you to become complacent and ignore tool safety principles. A careless action can cause severe injury within a fraction of a second.
POWER TOOL USE AND CARE
- Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application. The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
- Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled with switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
- Disconnect the plug from the power source and/ or remove the battery pack, if detachable, from the power tool before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
- Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
- Maintain power tools and accessories. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tool’s operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
- Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
- Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. in accordance with these instructions, taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the power tool for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.
- Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean and free from oil and grease. Slippery handles and grasping surfaces do not allow for safe handling and control of the tool in unexpected situations.
BATTERY TOOL USE AND CARE
- Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack.
- Use power tools only with specifically designated battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire.
- When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects, like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal objects, that can make a connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire.
- Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.
- Do not use a battery pack or tool that is damaged or modified. Damaged or modified batteries may exhibit unpredictable behaviour resulting in fire, explosion or risk of injury.
- Do not expose a battery pack or tool to fire or excessive temperature. Exposure to fire or temperature above 130°C may cause explosion.
- Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the battery pack or tool outside the temperature range specified in the instructions. Charging improperly or at temperatures outside the specified range may damage the battery and increase the risk of fire.
SERVICE
- Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
- Never service damaged battery packs. Service of battery packs should only be performed by the manufacturer or authorised service providers.
IMPACT WRENCH SAFETY WARNINGS
Hold the power tool by insulated gripping surfaces, when performing an operation where the cutting accessory or fasteners may contact hidden wiring. Cutting accessory or fasteners contacting a “live” wire may make exposed metal parts of the power tool “live” and could give the operator an electric shock.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY WARNINGS
The product is not intended for use by persons (including children) with
reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning
use of the product by a person responsible for their safety. Children should
be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the product.
- Do not switch on the product again after it has stalled. Switching it on again, can cause a kickback with high reaction force. Determine why the product has stalled and rectify it, paying heed to the safety instructions. If necessary, remove the insertion tool.
- Clamp workpiece with a clamping device. Unclamped workpieces can cause severe injury and damage.
- Injuries may be caused, or aggravated, by prolonged use of a tool. When using any tool for prolonged periods, ensure you take regular breaks.
- 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
To reduce the risk of fire, personal injury, and product 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 bleachcontaining products, etc., can cause a short circuit.
- Charge the battery pack in a location where the ambient temperature is between 10°C and 38°C.
- Store the battery pack in a location where the ambient temperature is between 0°C and 40°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.
MAINTENANCE
The product should never be connected to a power supply when assembling parts,
making adjustments, 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 serious injury.
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, petroleumbased products,
penetrating oils, etc., come in contact with plastic parts. Chemicals can
damage, weaken or destroy plastic which may result in serious personal injury.
For greater safety and reliability, all repairs should be performed by an
authorised service centre.
SYMBOLS ON THE PRODUCT
Do not dispose of waste batteries, waste electrical and electronic equipment as unsorted municipal waste. Waste batteries and waste electrical and electronic equipment must be collected separately. Waste batteries, waste accumulators, and light sources have to be removed from the equipment. Check with your local authority or retailer for recycling advice and collection point. According to local regulations, retailers may have an obligation to take back waste batteries and waste electrical and electronic equipment free of charge. Your contribution to the reuse and recycling of waste batteries and waste electrical and electronic equipment helps to reduce the demand of raw materials. Waste batteries, in particular containing lithium, and waste electrical and electronic equipment contain valuable and recyclable materials, which can adversely impact the environment and the human health if not disposed of in an environmentally compatible manner. Delete personal data from waste equipment, if any.
SYMBOLS IN THIS MANUAL
*The “A” mode is a mode designed to give the user greater control in application and reduce damage to the fastener or work surface by automatically shutting the tool off after the tool senses the mechanism impacting for approximately one second.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
BATTERY
WARNING! The declared vibration total values and the declared noise
emission values given in this instruction manual have been measured in
accordance with a standardised test and may be used to compare one tool with
another. They may be used for a preliminary assessment of exposure.
The declared vibration and noise emission values represent the main
applications of the tool. However, if the tool is used for different
applications, used with different accessories, or poorly maintained, the
vibration and noise emission may differ. These conditions may significantly
increase the exposure levels over the total working period. An estimation of
the level of exposure to vibration and noise should take into account the
times when the tool is turned off or when it is running idle. These conditions
may significantly reduce the exposure level over the total working period.
Identify additional safety measures to protect the operator from the effects
of vibration and noise, such as maintaining the tool and the accessories,
keeping the hands warm (in case of vibration), and organising work patterns.
Identify additional safety measures to protect the operator from the effects of vibration and noise, such as maintaining the tool and the accessories, keeping the hands warm (in case of vibration), and organising work patterns.
Imported by : Techtronic Industries Australia Pty Ltd 31 Gilby Road,
Mount Waverley, VIC 3149 Melbourne, Australia
Techtronic Industries N.Z. Limited Unit C, 70 Business Parade South,
Highbrook, Auckland 2013, New Zealand
RYOBI is a trade mark of Ryobi Limited, and is used under license.
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