Ryobi RC960 User Manual

OPERATOR'S MANUAL

9.6 VOLT AM/FM RADIO CHARGER Model No. RC960

charging

STORAGE

800

700

100

600

TUNING

1000

104

1200

106

MHz

7 0

SPECIFICATIONS:

AM/FM Radio Charger Model No. RC960

Input 120 Volts, 60 Hz, AC Only

Charging Voltage 9.6 Volt

AM/FM Tuner AM: 520-1710 KHz

FM: 87.9-107.9 MHz

Net Weight 2.2 Lbs. (1 kg.)

THANK YOU FOR BUYING A RYOBI RADIO CHARGER.

Your new radio charger 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 radio charger.

Pay close attention to the Rules for Safe Operation, Warnings, and Cautions. If you use your radio charger 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

CAUTION:

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

WARNING:

To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or back). No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR RADIO

CHARGER AND SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES

WARNING:

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this product to rain or moisture.

WARNING:

To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert.

■ Save these instructions. This manual contains important safety and operating instructions for charger.

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

■ Before using charger, read all instructions and cautionary markings in this manual, on battery charger, and product using battery charger. Following this rule

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

■ To reduce risk of injury, charge only nickel-cadmium rechargeable batteries. Other types of batteries may burst causing personal injury and damage. Following

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

■ Do not expose charger to wet or damp conditions.

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

■ Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by the battery charger manufacturer may result in a risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons. Following

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

■ To reduce risk of damage to charger body and cord, pull by charger plug rather than cord when disconnecting charger. Following this rule will reduce the risk

of electric shock, fire, or serious personal injury.

■ Make sure cord is located so that it will not be stepped on, tripped over, or otherwise subjected to damage or stress. Following this rule will reduce the risk

of serious personal injury.

■ An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely necessary. Use of improper extension cord could

result in a risk of fire and electric shock. If extension cord must be used, make sure: a. That pins on plug of extension cord are the same number, size and shape as those of plug on charger.

b. That extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition; and

c. That wire size is large enough for AC ampere rating of charger as specified below:

Cord Length (Feet) 25' 50' 100'

Cord Size (AWG) 16 16 16

Note: AWG = American Wire Gage

■ Do not operate charger with a damaged cord or plug. If damaged, have replaced immediately by a qualified serviceman. Following this rule will reduce the risk of

electric shock, fire, or serious personal injury.

■ Do not operate charger if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped, or otherwise damaged in any way; take it to a qualified serviceman. Following this

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

■ Do not disassemble charger; take it to a qualified serviceman when service or repair is required. Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of electric shock or fire. Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric

shock, fire, or serious personal injury.

■ To reduce the risk of electric shock, unplug charger from outlet before attempting any maintenance or cleaning. Turning off controls will not reduce this risk. Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric

shock, fire, or serious personal injury.

■ Disconnect charger from power supply when not in use. Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric

shock, fire, or serious personal injury.

■ Risk of electric shock. Do not touch uninsulated portion of output connector or uninsulated battery terminal.

■ Do not place battery tools or their batteries near fire or heat. This will reduce the risk of explosion and

possible injury.

■ For best results, your battery tool should be charged in a location where the temperature is more than 50°F (10°C) but less than 100°F (38°C). Do not store outside

or in vehicles.

■ Never attempt to connect two chargers together.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR RADIO

CHARGER AND SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES

■ The charger is designed to operate on standard

household voltage. Do not attempt to use it on any other

voltage.

■ Do not insert foreign matter into the battery port.

■ Do not charge by means of an engine generator or DC

power source.

■ Do not disassemble the battery.

■ Do not charge or store the tool and battery in loca-

tions where the temperature may reach or exceed

°F (38°C), such as outside sheds or metal build-

100 ings.

■ Do not incinerate the battery, even if it is severely

damaged or completely worn out. The battery may

explode in fire.

■ 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 in your eyes, flush them with clean water for at least 10 minutes, then seek immediate medical attention.

■ Do not short-circuit the battery.

■ A damaged battery is subject to explosion. To avoid

serious personal injury, properly dispose of a damaged battery.

■ Do not discharge battery beyond normal use limits.

Further discharging (such as by placing a rubber band on the trigger switch) can cause a deep discharge which may result in polarity reversal of a cell, rendering the battery useless.

■ Grounding or Polarization – This product may be equipped with a polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

■ Object and Liquid Entry – Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.

■ Damage Requiring Service – Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:

A) When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged,

B) If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product,

C) If the product has been exposed to rain or water,

D) If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation,

E) If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way, and

■ 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 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 immediately.

■ Ventilation – Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer's instructions have been adhered to.

F) When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance – this indicates a need for service.

■ Safety Check – Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition.

■ Wall or Ceiling Mounting – This product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the Manufacturer.

■ Heat – The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

■ 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. Following this rule will reduce the risk

of electric shock, fire, or serious personal injury.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

■ Heed Warnings – All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.

■ Follow Instructions – All operating and use instructions should be followed.

■ Cleaning – Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

■ Attachments – Do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.

■ Accessories – Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. This product may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the product. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the product. Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer's instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.

■ Power Sources – This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power

company. For products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.

■ Power-Cord Protection – Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the product.

■ Lightning – For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges.

■ Overloading – Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

■ Replacement Parts – When replacements parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

SYMBOLS

SAFETY AND INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS

This operator's manual describes safety and international symbols and pictographs that may appear on this product. Read the operator's manual for complete safety, assembly, operating and maintenance, and repair information.

MEANING

Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations.

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