Ryobi P197 Manual Del Usuario página 2

BATTERY FUEL GAUGE
To display the amount of charge left in the battery, press the
charge level indicator button.
LED FUNCTIONS
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.
 Charge the battery pack only with the recommended
charger.
 Refer to charger operator's manual for charging instruc-
tions.
CHARGE LEVEL
INDICATOR BUTTON
CHARGE LEVEL
INDICATOR
CHARGING A HOT BATTERY PACK
When using a tool continuously, the battery pack may
become hot. A hot battery pack may be placed directly
onto the charger port but charging will not begin until the
battery temperature cools to within acceptable temperature
range. When a hot battery pack is placed on the charger,
the charger may indicate the pack is not ready to charge.
Please refer to charger operator's manual. When the battery
pack cools, the charger will automatically begin charging.
CHARGE STATUS
0 - 10%
10 - 25%
25 - 50%
50 - 75%
75 - 100%
Fig. 1
2 - English
CHARGING A COLD BATTERY PACK
A cold battery pack may be placed directly onto the charger
port but charging will not begin until the battery temperature
warms to within acceptable temperature range. When a
cold battery pack is placed on the charger, the charger may
indicate the pack is not ready to charge. Please refer to
charger operator's manual. When the battery pack warms,
the charger will automatically begin charging.
MAINTENANCE
BATTERIES
These batteries have been designed to provide maximum
trouble-free life. However, like all batteries, they will even-
tually wear out. Do not disassemble battery pack and at-
tempt to replace the batteries. Handling of these batteries,
especially when wearing rings and jewelry, could result in
a serious burn.
For battery pack storage longer than 30 days:
 Store the battery pack where the temperature is below
80°F and away from moisture.
 Store battery packs in a 30%-50% charged condition.
 Every six months of storage, charge the pack as normal.
BATTERY PACK REMOVAL AND PREPARATION
FOR RECYCLING
To preserve natural resources, please recycle
or dispose of batteries properly.
This product contains lithium-ion batteries.
Local, state or federal laws may prohibit
disposal of lithium-ion batteries in ordinary
trash.
Consult your local waste authority for information regarding
available recycling and/or disposal options.
WARNING!
Upon removal, cover the battery pack's terminals with
heavy-duty adhesive tape. Do not attempt to destroy or
disassemble battery pack or remove any of its compo-
nents. Batteries must be recycled or disposed of properly.
Also, never touch both terminals with metal objects and/
or body parts as short circuit may result. Keep away from
children. Failure to comply with these warnings could
result in fire and/or serious injury.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS