Ryobi HP24 User Manual

OPERATOR'S MANUAL

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2.4 VOLT SCREWDRIVER
Model HP24

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SPECIFICATIONS:

Collet 1/4 in. (6.4 mm)

Motor 2.4 Volt DC

Switch Single Speed / Reversible

No Load Speed 150 RPM

Maximum Torque 35 lb.- in.

Charger Rating 120 Volts, 60 Hz, AC only

Charger Voltage 2.4 Volt

Charger Rate 3-6 Hours

THANK YOU FOR BUYING A RYOBI SCREWDRIVER.

Your new screwdriver has been engineered and manufactured to Ryobi’s high standard for dependability, ease of operation,
and operator safety. Properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance.

CAUTION: Carefully read through this entire operator’s manual before using your new screwdriver.

Pay close attention to the Rules for Safe Operation, Warnings, and Cautions. If you use your screwdriver properly and only
for what it is intended, you will enjoy years of safe, reliable service.

Thank you again for buying Ryobi products.

SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

TABLE OF CONTENTS

■ Table Of Contents .......................................................................................................................................................... 2

■ General Safety Rules, Specific Safety Rules ............................................................................................................. 2-3

■ Important Safety Instructions For Charger ..................................................................................................................... 4

■ Symbols .......................................................................................................................................................................... 5

■ Features ......................................................................................................................................................................... 6

■ Operation .................................................................................................................................................................... 7-8

■ Maintenance ................................................................................................................................................................... 8

■ Battery Removal ............................................................................................................................................................. 9

■ Parts Ordering / Service ............................................................................................................................................... 10

Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means attention!!! Your safety
is involved.

GENERAL SAFETY RULES

■ Use battery operated tool only with specifically des-

WARNING:

Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow

all instructions listed below, may result in electric shock,
fire and/or serious personal injury.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Work Area

■ Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered
benches and 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 bystanders, children, and visitors away while
operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to

lose control.

Electrical Safety

■ Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord to carry
the charger. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp
edges, or moving parts. Replace damaged cords im­mediately. Damaged cords may create a fire.

■ A battery operated tool with integral batteries or a
separate battery pack must be recharged only with
the specified charger for the battery. A charger that

may be suitable for one type of battery may create a risk
of fire when used with another battery. Use battery only
with charger listed.

MODEL CHARGING

HP24 7221805

ignated battery pack. Use of any other batteries may

create a risk of fire. Use only with battery pack listed.

Personal Safety

■ Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use com­mon sense when operating a power tool. Do not use
tool while tired or under the influence of drugs, al­cohol, or medication. A moment of inattention while

operating power tools may result in serious personal in­jury.

■ Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jew­elry. Contain long hair. Keep your hair, clothing, and
gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jew-

elry, or long hair can be caught in moving parts.

■ Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch is in the
locked or off position before inserting battery pack.

Carrying tools with your finger on the switch or inserting
the battery pack into a tool with the switch on, invites
accidents.

■ Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning
the tool on. A wrench or a key that is left attached to a

rotating part of the tool may result in personal injury.

■ Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance
at all times. Proper footing and balance enables better

control of the tool in unexpected situations. Do not use
on a ladder or unstable support.

■ Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection.

Dust mask, nonskid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing
protection must be used for appropriate conditions.

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GENERAL SAFETY RULES

Tool Use and Care

■ Use clamps or other practical way to secure and

support the workpiece to a stable platform. Holding

the work by hand or against your body is unstable and
may lead to loss of control.

■ Do not force tool. Use the correct tool for your appli-

cation. The correct tool will do the job better and safer

at the rate for which it is designed.

■ Do not use tool if switch does not turn it on or off. A
tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is danger­ous and must be repaired.

■ Disconnect battery pack from tool or place the switch
in the locked or off position before making any ad­justments, changing accessories, or storing the tool.

Such preventive safety measures reduce risk of starting
the tool accidentally.

■ Store idle tools out of reach of children and other
untrained persons. Tools are dangerous in the hands

of untrained users.

■ 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
sparks, burns, or a fire.

■ Maintain tools with care. Keep cutting tools sharp

and clean. Properly maintained tools, with sharp cutting

edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.

■ Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts,
breakage of parts, and any other condition that may
affect the tool's operation. If damaged, have the tool
serviced before using. Many accidents are caused by

poorly maintained tools.

■ Use only accessories that are recommended by the
manufacturer for your model. Accessories that may

be suitable for one tool, may create a risk of injury when
used on another tool.

Service

■ Tool service must be performed only by qualified
repair personnel. Service or maintenance performed

by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury.

■ When servicing a tool, use only identical replace­ment parts. Follow instructions in the Maintenance
section of this manual. Use of unauthorized parts or

failure to follow Maintenance Instructions may create a
risk of shock or injury.

SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES

Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation where the cutting tool may contact hidden
wiring. Contact with a "live" wire will make exposed metal parts of the tool "live" and shock the operator.

Additional Rules For Safe Operation

■ Know your power tool. Read operator's manual
carefully. Learn its applications and limitations, as
well as the specific potential hazards related to this
tool. Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric

shock, fire, or serious injury.

Important Rules for Battery Tools

■ Battery tools do not have to be plugged into an
electrical outlet; therefore, they are always in
operating condition. Be aware of possible hazards
when not using 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

possible injury.

WARNING:

Batteries vent hydrogen gas and can explode in the
presence of a source of ignition, such as a pilot light. To
reduce the risk of serious 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
immediately.

■ Do not charge battery tool in a damp or wet location.

Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock,
fire, or serious personal injury.

■ 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. Do not store outside or in
vehicles.

■ Under extreme usage or temperature conditions,
battery leakage may occur. If liquid comes in contact
with your skin, wash immediately with soap and
water, then neutralize with lemon juice or vinegar. 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.

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