RYOBI RY18PW22A Cordless Power Washer User Manual

: June 12, 2024
: RYOBI

Table of Contents

RY18PW22A Cordless Power Washer
INTENDED USE
GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS
BATTERY PACK SAFETY WARNINGS
RESIDUAL RISKS
RISK REDUCTION
TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE
MAINTENANCE
KNOW YOUR PRODUCT
SYMBOLS ON THE PRODUCT
SYMBOLS IN THIS MANUAL
References
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RY18PW22A
ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS

RY18PW22A Cordless Power Washer

Important! It is essential that you read the instructions in this manual before assembling, maintaining and operating the product.
Subject to technical modiﬁcation

Safety, performance, and dependability have been given top priority in the design of your cordless power washer.

INTENDED USE

The cordless power washer is intended for outdoor use only.
The product is designed for home or domestic use. It is intended to clean patio furniture, windows, automobiles, boats by removal of stubborn dirt using clean water with or without
cleaning detergent. The product should be used in well-illuminated conditions.
Do not use the product for any other purpose.

WARNING
The product is designed for use with a neutral cleaning agent supplied or recommended by the manufacturer. The use of other cleaning agents or chemicals may adversely affect the safety of the product.

GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS

WARNING
Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, ﬁ re, and/or serious injury.
CAUTION
The product must not be used on the drinking water supply without a backﬂow preventer being installed that corresponds to EN 12729 Type BA. Water ﬂ owing through a backﬂow preventer is considered non-drinkable. Do not connect the product to the water mains.

The product is not intended for use by children or persons with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge. Children should be adequately supervised to ensure they do not play with the product.
Wear personal protective equipment when operating the product, such as safety goggles, and hearing protection.
To reduce the risk of injury, keep children and bystanders away. All bystanders should wear safety glasses and be kept at a safe distance from the work area.
Inspect the safety devices to check if they are in good working condition. Make sure that all safety devices are operating properly before each use:
- Handle grip
  – The handle grip has a gripping surfice that provides added control of the spray wand and helps reduce fatigue.
- Lock-out button
  – The lock-out button locks the switch trigger and prevents unintentional opening of the high-pressure jet.
Do not use the product if the important parts are damaged, such as safety devices, or spray wand.

**WARNING**
During use of power washers, aerosols may be formed. Inhalation of aerosols can be hazardous to health.

WARNING
Do not turn the nozzle while pulling the trigger. If the water is ﬂ owing while nozzle is turned, the relief channel will release the water. This is not a leak, but allows the water to escape without damaging the tool

High-pressure jet is dangerous if misused. Do not direct the jet to people, live electronics, or the product itself.
To avoid a risk of explosion, do not spray flammable liquids.
Do not direct the jet against yourself or others in order to clean clothes or footwear.
Hoses, fittings, and couplings are important for the safety of the product. Use only hoses, fittings, and couplings recommended by the manufacturer.
Some regions have regulations that restrict the use of the product in some operations. Check with your local authority for advice.
Before each use, check for damage. Damaged hoses must be replaced immediately. Ensure that all connections, such as spray wand and nozzle, are secure. Unwind the hose properly so they may not get twisted or kinked.
Before starting any cleaning operation, close doors and windows. Clear the area to be cleaned of debris, toys, outdoor furniture, or other objects that could create a hazard.
Do not use the product in temperatures below 0°C.
Do not use acids, alkaline, solvents, flammable material, bleaches, or industrial grade solutions in the product. These products can cause physical injuries to the operator and irreversible damage to the product.

**WARNING**
High-pressure jet can be dangerous if subject to misuse. The jet must not be directed to people, animals, electrical devices, or the product itself.

Hold the handle securely with both hands. Expect the handle to move when the trigger is pulled due to reaction forces. Failure to do so could cause loss of control and injury to yourself and others.
Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling.
Keep firm footing and balance. Do not overreach. Overreaching can result in loss of balance.
Never leave the product unattended while it is connected to the battery pack. Turn off the product, and only leave when it comes to a complete stop. Keep the product out of reach of children when it is energized.
Be familiar with the controls. Know how to stop the product and bleed the pressure quickly.
Stay alert, and exercise control. Watch what you are doing, and use common sense.
Do not use the product while tired, ill, or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of inattention while operating the product may result in serious personal injury.
Do not use the product if the switch does not turn it on and off. Any product that cannot be controlled with a switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
Keep a minimum distance of 30 cm when cleaning vehicles. The high-pressure jet may damage or burst vehicle tires and/or tire valves.
The product is not to be used if it has been dropped, if there are visible signs of damage, or if it is leaking. Do not use acids, alkaline, solvents, grade solutions in the product. These

BATTERY PACK SAFETY WARNINGS

Recharge the battery pack 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.
When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects, such as paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws, or other small metal objects that can make a connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the battery pack terminals together may cause burns or a fire.
Keep the battery pack and the charger away from wet and damp conditions.
Use the product only with battery packs specified in this manual. Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire.
Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery pack; avoid contact. If contact accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery pack may cause irritation or burns.
The battery pack has overheat protection. Excessive temperatures will cause the battery to stop powering the product. Feel the battery pack; if it is too warm, allow it to cool down before resuming operation. If the product still does not work, recharge the battery.
NOTE: The battery pack LED indicator will not work if the battery protection feature has caused the battery pack to stop powering the product. Release the on-off button or remove the battery pack from the product and the battery pack LED indicator will resume normal function.

WARNING Do not splash water to the product. It may damage the battery pack.

**WARNING**
To reduce the risk of ﬁ re, personal injury, and product damage due to a short circuit, never immerse your tool, battery pack or charger in ﬂ uid or allow a ﬂ uid to ﬂ ow inside them. Corrosive or conductive ﬂuids, such as seawater, certain industrial chemicals, and bleach or bleach-containing products, etc., can cause a short circuit.

RESIDUAL RISKS

Even when the product is used as prescribed, it is still impossible to completely eliminate certain residual risk factors. The following hazards may arise during use and the operator should pay special attention to avoid the following:

injury caused by vibration
– Hold the product by the designated handles and restrict working time and exposure.
injury caused by flying debris
– Wear eye protection at all times.
injury caused by exposure to noise
– Wear hearing protection and limit exposure.

RISK REDUCTION

It has been reported that vibrations from handheld tools may contribute to a condition called Raynaud’s Syndrome. Symptoms may include tingling, numbness, and blanching of the ﬁ ngers, usually apparent upon exposure to cold. Hereditary factors, exposure to cold and dampness, diet, smoking, and work practices are all thought to contribute to the development of these symptoms. There are measures that can be taken by the operator to possibly reduce the effects of vibration:

Keep your body warm in cold weather. When operating the product, wear gloves to keep the hands and wrists warm. It is reported that cold weather is a major factor contributing to Raynaud’s Syndrome.
After each period of operation, exercise to increase blood circulation.
Take frequent work breaks. Limit the amount of exposure per day.

If you experience any of the symptoms of this condition, immediately discontinue use and see your physician.

WARNING
Injuries may be caused, or aggravated, by prolonged use of a tool. When using any tool for prolonged periods, ensure you take regular breaks.

TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE

Stop the product, remove the battery pack, and allow the product to cool down. Disconnect the product from the water supply before storing or transporting. Wear hearing protection and limit
Remove water from all hoses and the pump, and empty the detergent tank before storing the product.
Neatly coil the siphon hose and store with the power washer.
Clean all foreign materials from the product. Store it in a cool, frost-free, dry, and well-ventilated place that is inaccessible to children. Do not store the product near the furnace or other sources of heat that could dry out the pump seals. Keep the product away from corrosive agents such as garden chemicals and de-icing salts. Do not store the product outdoors.
For transportation in a vehicle, secure the product against movement or falling to prevent injury to persons or damage to the product.

WARNING
Store the product indoors only. Storing in an area with temperature below 0° will damage the product.

TRANSPORTING LITHIUM BATTERIES
Transport the battery pack 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

WARNING
Use only original manufacturer’s replacement parts, accessories, and attachments. Failure to do so can cause possible injury, can contribute to poor performance, and may void your warranty.
**** WARNING Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge and should be performed only by a qualiﬁ ed service technician. Have the product serviced by an authorised service
centre only. When servicing, use only original replacement parts.

Stop the product, remove the battery pack, and allow the product to cool down. Disconnect the product from the water supply:
before cleaning the product
before maintaining the product
before replacing spare parts
You may make adjustments or repairs described in this manual. For other repairs, contact an authorised service centre.
Regularly inspect and maintain the product for safe operation. Ensure that the battery compartment is properly assembled, tightly closed, and frequently check for damages. Any part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorised service centre.
If the product is to be stored unused for a long period, the batteries should be removed.

KNOW YOUR PRODUCT

See page 131.

3-in-1 Nozzle
Release Button
Spray Wand
Lock-out Button
Latch
Battery Compartment
Handle Grip
Switch Trigger
Water Inlet
Floater
Filter
Siphon Hose
Quick Connector

SYMBOLS ON THE PRODUCT

| Warning
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| To reduce the risk of injury, read and understand the operator’s manual before using the product.
| Wear eye and hearing protection.
| To reduce the risk of injury from high-pressure injection, do not direct spray at persons or animals.
| Kickback. To reduce the risk of injury from kickback, hold the trigger handle securely with both hands when the product is on.
| The product is not suitable for connection to the drinking water supply without backﬂ ow preventer.
| Never point the spray wand to human, animals, the body of the product, power supply, or any electrical appliances.
| Burst hazard
| Conforms to all regulatory standards in the country in the EU where the product is purchased.
| EurAsian Conformity Mark
| Ukrainian mark of conformity

Waste electrical products should not be disposed of with household waste. Please recycle where facilities exist. Check with your local authority or retailer for recycling advice.

SYMBOLS IN THIS MANUAL

| Parts or accessories sold separately
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| Note
| Warning

The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product.

DANGER
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
CAUTION
Without safety alert symbol Indicates a situation that may result in property damage.

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Product specifications

RYOBI® WARRANTY APPLICATION CONDITIONS
In addition to any statutory rights resulting from the purchase, this product is covered by a warranty as stated below.

The warranty period is 24 months for consumers and commences on the date when the product was purchased. This date has to be documented by an invoice or other proof of purchase. The product is designed and dedicated to consumer and private use only. So there is no warranty provided in case of professional or commercial use. This warranty applies only on new products.
There is a possibility to extend for a part of the range of power tools (AC/DC) the warranty period over the period described above using the registration on the www.ryobitools.eu website. The eligibility of products for extended warranty is clearly displayed in stores and / or on packaging and is contained within the product documentation. The end user is required to register his/her newly-acquired products online within 30 days from the date of purchase. The end user may register for the extended warranty in his/her country of residence if listed on the online registration form where this option is valid. Furthermore, end users must give their consent to the storage of their personal data that is required to be entered online. They must also accept the terms and conditions. The registration confirmation receipt, which is sent out by e-mail, and the original invoice showing the date of purchase will serve as proof of the extended warranty.
The warranty covers all defects of the product during the warranty period due to faults in workmanship or material at the purchase date. The warranty is limited to repair and/or replacement and does not include any other obligations including but not limited to incidental or consequential damages.
The warranty is not valid if the product has been misused, used contrary to the instruction manual, or has been incorrectly connected to a power supply.
This warranty does not apply to:
– any damage to the product that is the result of improper or lack of maintenance
– any product that has been altered or modified
– any product where original identification (trade mark, serial number) markings have been defaced, altered or removed
– any damage caused by non-observance of the instruction manual
– any product not displaying the CE approval mark on the rating plate
– any product that has been attempted to be repaired by a non-authorised warranty service centre or without prior authorisation by Techtronic
Industries
– any product connected to improper power supply (amps, voltage, frequency)
– any product used with inappropriate fuel mixture (fuel, oil, ratio of oil/ fuel mixture)
– any damage caused by external influences (water, chemical, physical, shocks) or foreign substances
– normal wear and tear spare parts
– inappropriate use, overloading of the tool
– use of non-approved accessories or parts
– Accessories provided with the tool or purchased separately including but not limited to blades, saw chains, cutting lines, etc.
– Any periodic adjustments to or maintenance cleaning of carburettors
– Components (parts and accessories) subject to natural wear and tear, including but not limited to bump knobs, drive belts, clutch, blades of hedge trimmers or lawn mowers, harness, cable throttle, carbon brushes, power cord, tines, felt washers, hitch pins, blower fans, blower and vacuum tubes, vacuum bag and straps, guide bars, saw chains, hoses, connector fittings, spray nozzles, wheels, spray wands, inner reels, outer spools, cutting lines, spark plugs, air filters, gas filters, mulching blades, etc.
For servicing, the product must be sent or presented to a RYOBI authorised service station listed for each country in the following list of service station addresses. In some countries your local RYOBI dealer undertakes to send the product to the RYOBI service organisation. When sending a product to a RYOBI service station, the product should be safely packed without any dangerous contents such as petrol, marked with sender’s address and accompanied by a short description of the fault.
A repair / replacement under this warranty is free of charge. It does not constitute an extension or a new start of the warranty period. Exchanged parts or products become our property. In some countries delivery charges or postage will have to be paid by the sender. Your statutory rights arising from the purchase of the product remain unaffected.
This warranty is valid in the European Community, Switzerland, Iceland, Norway, Liechtenstein, Turkey and Russia. Outside these areas, please contact your authorised RYOBI dealer to determine if another warranty applies.

AUTHORISED SERVICE CENTRE
To find an authorised service centre near you, visit http://uk.ryobitools.eu/header/service-and-support/service-agents.
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Techtronic Industries GmbH
Max-Eyth-Straße 10, 71364 Winnenden, Germany
Herewith we declare that the product
Cordless Power Washer
Brand: RYOBI
Model number: RY18PW22A
Serial number range: 47529500000000 – 47529500999999
is in conformity with the following European Directives and harmonised standards 2014/35/EU, 2014/30/EU, 2011/65/EU , EN 55014-1:2017, EN 55014-2:2015, EN 60335-1:2012+A11+A13, EN 60335-2-54:2008+A11+A1, EN 62233:2008,EN50581:2012

****Sven Eschrich
VP of Engineering – TTI Outdoor Power Division
Winnenden, Jun. 15, 2020
Authorised to compile the technical file:
Alexander Krug, Managing Director
Techtronic Industries GmbH
Max-Eyth-Straße 10, 71364 Winnenden, Germany

RYOBI is a trade mark of Ryobi Limited, and is used under license.
© 2020 Techtronic Cordless GP.

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