Ryobi BPL3612D User manual

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ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS
36V Lithium-Ion
Battery
BPL3612D

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

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Safety, performance, and dependability have been given
top priority in the design of your battery pack.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Always mention the model number when communicating
with RYOBI in regards to battery packs. The BPL3612D
battery pack is for RYOBI 36V cordless products only. The
battery pack is not compatible with RPW3600 pressure
washer, RCS36B35 chainsaw, and RLM36X50HP
lawnmower. Refer to the Operator’s Manual provided with
the product.
WARNING
Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure
to follow the warnings and instructions may result in
electric shock, re and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
■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. Follow this rule to reduce the risk of
electric shock, fire, or serious personal injury.
■Do not place battery tools or their battery packs
near fire or heat. Follow this rule to reduce the risk of
personal injury.
■Do not crush, drop or damage the battery pack. Do
not use a battery pack or charger that has been
dropped or has received a sharp blow. Properly
dispose of a dropped or damaged battery immediately.
■Do not charge a battery tool in a damp or wet
location. Follow this rule to reduce the risk of electric
shock.
■Charge a battery tool in a location where the
temperature is more than 10°C but less than 25°C.
To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, do not
store the battery tool outside or in vehicles.
■Under extreme usage or temperature conditions,
battery leakage may occur. If the liquid comes in
contact with the 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. Follow this rule to reduce the risk of serious
personal injury.
■Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and
use them to instruct others who may use this product.
If you loan someone this product, loan them these
instructions also to prevent misuse of the product and
possible injury.
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 battery tools only with specifically designated
battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may
create a risk of injury and fire.
■When the 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.
ADDITIONAL BATTERY SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING
To reduce the risk of re, personal injury, and product
damage due to a short circuit, never immerse your tool,
battery pack or charger in uid or allow uid to ow inside
them. Corrosive or conductive uids, such as seawater,
certain industrial chemicals, and bleach or bleach-
containing products, etc., can cause a short circuit.
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.

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SPECIFICATIONS
Battery pack
BPL3612D
Nominal voltage
36 V
Compatible charger
(not included)
BCL3620S, BCL3650F, BCL3617S,
BCL3617U, BCL3660F
Battery capacity
12.0 Ah
Charger input
220–240 V, 50 Hz, AC only
Maximum charging
time
(BCL3617S)
430 minutes
Quick recharge
(BCL3617S)
60%
255 minutes
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BATTERY PACK FEATURES
FUEL GAUGE
See Fig. 4
To display the amount of charge left in the battery, press
the fuel gauge button.
■If four LEDs glow green, the battery pack is fully
charged. The battery pack capacity is between 75%–
100%.
Fig.2
IMPORTANT!
RYOBI 40 CM OR 46 CM LAWNMOWERS
See Fig. 1
For RYOBI RLM36B46S* and RLM36B40H lawnmowers,
contact an authorised service centre to order the free
battery door extension, part number 539996001.
*Manufactured before December 2019. Check the
manufacture date on the serial sticker of the product.
INSTALLING THE BATTERY DOOR EXTENSION
See Fig. 2–3
NOTE: Do not operate the product if the battery door does
not properly close. Install the battery door extension to
make sure that the battery pack is secured.
1. Open the battery door. Place the battery door extension
on the battery compartment. Close the battery door,
and firmly push the door against the extension.
2. Open the battery door, and check if the extension is
securely attached to the door. Install the battery pack.
Close the battery door.
Fig.1 Fig.3

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■If three LEDs glow green and one is off, the battery
pack capacity is between 50%–75%.
■If two LEDs glow green and other two are off, the
battery pack capacity is between 25%–50%.
■If only one LED glows green and others are off, the
battery pack capacity is lower than 25%. In this case,
the battery pack can be used as usual until automatically
turned off by the control program.
■If only one LED glows green but battery pack can not
release power, the battery pack needs to be charged.
As the battery pack ages, the accuracy of the di󰀨erent LED
indicators may change. Use the percentages as a guide
only.
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1. Fuel gauge button
2. LED
BATTERY PROTECTION FEATURES
RYOBI 36V lithium-ion battery packs are designed with
features that protect the lithium-ion cells and maximise
battery life. If the tool stops during use, it may be caused
by the following:
■The maximum current draw of the battery pack has
been exceeded, causing it to automatically stop
powering the tool. Release and pull the trigger or
remove and reinstall the battery pack to reset the tool.
■Excessive temperatures can cause the battery to stop
powering the tool. If the battery pack is too warm, allow
it to cool down.
If the tool still does not work, the battery may not be
su󰀩ciently charged. 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 tool. Release and pull the trigger or
remove and reinstall the battery pack. Check the fuel gauge
if the battery pack LED indicator has resumed normal
function.
Fig.4
CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK
Battery packs are shipped in a low charge condition.
Charge them until the green LED on the front of the charger
stops ashing and stays solid green.
Use a battery pack only with the recommended charger. If
the charger does not charge the battery pack under normal
circumstances, contact an authorised service centre for
related advice.
1. Connect the charger to the power supply. Make sure
that the power supply is the normal household voltage,
220–240 V AC, 50 Hz.
2. Slide the battery pack along the groove of the charger.
3. Press down on the battery pack to be sure that the
contacts on the battery pack engage properly with
contacts in the charger. Make sure that the latch of the
battery pack clicks into place.
4. When batteries become fully charged, unplug the
charger from the power supply and remove the battery
pack. Press the latch of the battery pack to remove the
battery pack from the charger.
■Do not place the charger and battery pack in an area of
extreme heat or cold. They work best at normal room
temperature.
NOTE: The charger and battery pack should be placed in
a location where the temperature is more than 10°C but
less than 38°C.
■The battery pack becomes slightly warm to the touch
while charging. This is normal and does not indicate a
problem.
■After charging is complete, the charger green LED
remains on for approximately 5 to 10 minutes and then
turns off.
NOTE: LED indicators on chargers may vary. Refer to
the operator’s manual provided with the product.
■If the battery pack has been removed from the charger
or the charger has been removed from the power
supply, the battery pack indicator LED turns off after
a few seconds.
CHARGING A HOT BATTERY PACK
If the battery pack is above normal temperature range, the
LED of the icon turns on or ashes. When the battery
pack cools down to below 45°C, the charger automatically
begins fast charge mode.
CHARGING A COOL BATTERY PACK
If the battery pack is below normal temperature range, the
LED of the icon turns on or ashes. When the battery
warms to a temperature of more than 5°C, the charger
automatically begins charge mode.
COLD WEATHER OPERATION
The lithium-ion battery pack can be used in temperatures
down to –10°C. Put the battery pack on a tool and use the
tool in a light-duty application. After about a minute, the
pack will have warmed up and begin operating normally.

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MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
RYOBI battery packs have been designed to provide
maximum trouble-free life. However, like all batteries, they
will eventually wear out. Do not disassemble battery pack
and attempt to replace the battery cells. Handling of these
batteries, especially when wearing rings and jewelry, could
result in a serious burn.
To obtain the longest possible battery life, follow these
storage instructions
■Remove the battery pack from the charger it is fully
charged and ready for use. For battery pack storage
longer than 30 days:
●Store the battery pack where the temperature is
below 38°C and away from moisture.
●Store battery packs in a 30%–50% charged
condition.
●Every six months of storage, run battery with a tool
until cut off by pack’s program control. Then charge
the pack as normal.
BATTERY PACK REMOVAL AND PREPARATION FOR
RECYCLING
To preserve natural resources, 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 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
components. Lithium-ion 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 battery packs away from children. Failure
to comply with these warnings could result in re and/
or serious injury.
SYMBOLS
Safety alert
Read the instructions carefully before
using the product.
Recycle lithium-ion batteries
Regulatory Compliance Mark (RCM).
The product meets applicable regulatory
requirements.
Waste electrical products should not
be disposed of with household waste.
Recycle where facilities exist. Check
with your local authority or retailer for
recycling advice.

BATTERY PACK LED INDICATION DESCRIPTIONS
Status
O󰀨 O󰀨 O󰀨 Flashing In charging process, battery pack capacity is lower than 25%.
O󰀨 O󰀨 Flashing On In charging process, battery pack capacity is between 25% and
50%.
O󰀨 Flashing On On In charging process, battery pack capacity is between 50% and
75%.
Flashing On On On In charging process, battery pack capacity is between 75% and
100%.
On On On On Fully charged
O󰀨 O󰀨 O󰀨 O󰀨 One minute after full charge, all LEDs on the battery are o󰀨,
charger LED is on with green color.
Flashing O󰀨 O󰀨 Flashing Over temperature protection; remove the battery and allow it to
cool down.
O󰀨 Flashing Flashing O󰀨 Overload protection; release and pull the trigger or remove and
reinstall the battery pack to reset the tool.
If your battery shows any LED sequence other than what is in the table, contact RYOBI online at Ryobi.com.au for Australia
or Ryobi.co.nz for New Zealand.
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