Ryobi CCG180L User manual

OPERATOR’S MANUAL
18 VOLT CAULKING GUN
CCG180L
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Your caulking gun has been engineered and manufactured to Ryobi’s high standard for dependability, ease of operation
and operator safety. When properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator's manual before using
this product.
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INTRODUCTION
This tool has many features for making its use more pleasant and enjoyable. Safety, performance and dependability have
been given top priority in the design of this product making it easy to maintain and operate.
n Introduction ..................................................................................................................................................................... 2
n General Safety Rules.................................................................................................................................................... 3-4
n Specific Safety Rules....................................................................................................................................................... 4
n Safety Rules for Charger ................................................................................................................................................. 5
nSymbols........................................................................................................................................................................ 6-7
n Features........................................................................................................................................................................ 8-9
n Assembly ......................................................................................................................................................................... 9
n Operation.................................................................................................................................................................. 10-13
n Maintenance.................................................................................................................................................................. 14
n Service........................................................................................................................................................................... 16
TABLE OF CONTENTS

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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
WARNING!
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS. Fail-
ure to follow all instructions listed below, may result in
electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WORK AREA
n Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered
benches and dark areas invite accidents.
n Do not operate power tools in explosive atmo-
spheres, such as in the presence of flammable
liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which
may ignite the dust or fumes.
n Keep bystanders, children and visitors away while
operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to
lose control.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
n A battery operated tool with integral batteries or a
separate battery pack must be recharged only with
the specied 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.
n Use battery operated tool only with specifically
designated battery pack. Use of any other batteries may
create a risk of fire.
n Use battery only with charger listed.
MODEL BATTERY PACK CHARGER
CCG180L ABP1801/1802 ACR1800
n 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.
PERSONAL SAFETY
n 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 inuence of drugs,
alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while
operating power tools may result in serious personal
injury.
n Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry.
Contain long hair. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves
away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long
hair can be caught in moving parts.
n 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 ac-
cidents.
n 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.
n Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance
at all times. Proper footing and balance enable better
control of the tool in unexpected situations.
n Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection.
Dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat or hearing
protection must be used for appropriate conditions.
n Do not use on a ladder or unstable support. Stable
footing on a solid surface enables better control of the
tool in unexpected situations.
TOOL USE AND CARE
n Use clamps or other practical way to secure and sup-
port the workpiece to a stable platform. Holding the
work by hand or against your body is unstable and may
lead to loss of control.
n Do not force tool. Use the correct tool for your
application. The correct tool will do the job better and
safer at the rate for which it is designed.
n 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.
n Disconnect battery pack from tool or place the switch
in the locked or off position before making any adjust-
ments, changing accessories or storing the tool. Such
preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the
tool accidentally.
n Store idle tools out of reach of children and other
untrained persons. Tools are dangerous in the hands
of untrained users.
n 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.
n 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.
n 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.
n 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.
nKeep the tool and its handle dry, clean and free from
oil and grease. Always use a clean cloth when clean-
ing. Never use brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based
products or any strong solvents to clean your tool. Fol-
lowing this rule will reduce the risk of loss of control and
deterioration of the enclosure plastic.

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n Know your power tool. Read operator’s manual care-
fully. Learn its applications and limitations, as well
as the specic potential hazards related to this tool.
Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock,
fire or serious injury.
n Always wear safety glasses with side shields.
Everyday glasses have only impact resistant lenses. They
are NOT safety glasses. Following this rule will reduce
the risk of eye injury.
n Protect your hearing. Wear hearing protection during
extended periods of operation. Following this rule will
reduce the risk of serious personal injury.
n Keep hands out of the plunger and plunger rod area
of the caulking gun. Fingers can be pinched between
the tube holder and the plunger.
n Maintain labels and nameplates. These carry important
information. If unreadable or missing, contact an autho-
rised service centre for a replacement.
n Battery tools do not have to be plugged into an elec-
trical 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.
n Do not place battery tools or their batteries near re
or heat. This will reduce the risk of explosion and pos-
sibly injury.
SERVICE
n Tool service must be performed only by qualied re-
pair personnel. Service or maintenance performed by
unqualified personnel may result in a risk of injury.
n Never use a battery that has been dropped orreceived
a sharp blow. A damaged battery is subject to explo-
sion. Properly dispose of a dropped or damaged battery
immediately.
n 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.
n Do not charge battery tool in a damp or wet location.
Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock.
n For best results, your battery tool should be charged in
a location where the temperature is more than 0°C but
less than 37°C. Do not store outside or in vehicles.
n Under extreme usage or temperature conditions, bat-
tery 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, ush 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.
n When servicing a tool, use only identical replacement
parts. Follow instructions in the Maintenance section
of this manual. Use of unauthorised parts or failure to fol-
low Maintenance Instructions may create a risk of shock
or injury.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES

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n 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;
c. That wire size is large enough for AC ampere
rating of charger.
n Do not operate charger with a damaged cord or plug,
which could cause shorting and electric shock. If dam-
aged, have the charger replaced by an authorised service
agent.
n Do not operate charger if it has received a sharp blow,
been dropped or otherwise damaged in any way. Take
it to an authorised service agent for electrical check to
determine if the charger is in good working order.
n Do not disassemble charger. Take it to an authorised
service agent when service or repair is required. Incorrect
reassembly may result in a risk of electric shock or fire.
n Unplug charger from outlet before attempting
any maintenance or cleaning to reduce the risk of
electric shock.
n Disconnect charger from the power supply when
not in use. This will reduce the risk of electric shock or
damage to the charger if metal items should fall into the
opening. It also will help prevent damage to the charger
during a power surge.
n Risk of electric shock. Do not touch uninsulated portion
of output connector or uninsulated battery terminal.
n 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 to prevent misuse of the product and
possible injury.
�n The appliance is not intended for use by young chil-
dren or inrm persons without supervision.
�n Young children should be supervised to ensure that
they do not play with the appliance/charger.
SAFETY RULES FOR CHARGER
WARNING:
Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling and other construction activities contains chemicals
known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:
• lead from lead-based paints
• crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products
• arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to
these chemicals: work in a well ventilated area and work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks
that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.
WARNING!
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
Failure to follow all instructions listed below, may result in
electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.
n Before using battery charger, read all instructions and
cautionary markings in this manual, on battery charger,
battery and product using battery to prevent misuse of
the products and possible injury or damage.
CAUTION:
To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to
the charger and battery, charge only nickel-cadmium
rechargeable batteries as specifically designated on your
charger. Other types of batteries may burst, causing per-
sonal injury or damage.
n Do not use charger outdoors or expose to wet or damp
conditions. Water entering charger will increase the risk
of electric shock.
n Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by the
battery charger manufacturer may result in a risk of
re, electric shock or injury to persons. Following this
rule will reduce the risk of electric shock, fire or serious
personal injury.
n Do not abuse cord or charger. Never use the cord to
carry the charger. Do not pull the charger cord rather than
the plug when disconnecting from receptacle. Damage
to the cord or charger could occur and create an electric
shock hazard. Replace damaged cords immediately.
n Make sure cord is located so that it will not be stepped
on, tripped over, come in contact with sharp edges
or moving parts or otherwise subjected to damage or
stress. This will reduce the risk of accidental falls, which
could cause injury and damage to the cord, which could
result in electric shock.
n Keep cord and charger away from heat to prevent
damage to housing or internal parts.
n Do not let gasoline, oils, petroleum-based products
etc. come in contact with plastic parts. They contain
chemicals that can damage, weaken or destroy plastic.

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SYMBOLS
Some of the following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpreta-
tion of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer.
Read The Operator’s Manual
Safety Alert
No Hands Symbol
No Hands Symbol
No Hands Symbol
No Hands Symbol
SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION
Voltage
Current
Frequency (cycles per second)
Power
Time
Type of current
Type or a characteristic of current
Rotational speed, at no load
Double-insulated construction
Revolutions, strokes, surface speed, orbits etc., per minute
Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations.
To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand
operator’s manual before using this product.
Eye Protection Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields
and a full face shield when operating this product.
Precautions that involve your safety.
Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will result in
serious personal injury.
Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will result in
serious personal injury.
Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will result in
serious personal injury.
Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will result in
serious personal injury.
Wet Conditions Alert
.../min Per Minute
Class II Construction
n
o
No Load Speed
Direct Current
Alternating Current
min Minutes
W Watt
Hz Hertz
A Amperes
V Volts
Hot Surface To reduce the risk of injury or damage, avoid contact with
any hot surface.
Pinch Point To reduce the risk of injury or damage, avoid contact with
any pinch point.

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SYMBOLS
SERVICE
Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge and should
be performed only by a qualified service technician. For
service we suggest you return the product to your nearest
AUTHORISED SERVICE CENTRE for repair. When servic-
ing, use only identical replacement parts.
WARNING:
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product.
SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING
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.
WARNING:
To avoid serious personal injury, do not attempt to use
this product until you read thoroughly and understand
completely the operator’s manual. Save this operator’s
manual and review frequently for continuing safe opera-
tion and instructing others who may use this product.
The operation of any power tool can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes, which can
result in severe eye damage. Before beginning power tool operation, always wear safety goggles or
safety glasses with side shields and a full face shield when needed. We recommend Wide Vision Safety
Mask for use over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with side shields. Always use eye protection
which is marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1.

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FEATURES
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Motor......................................................................................................................................................................18 Volt DC
Charger Input ....................................................................................................................................... 240 V, 50 Hz, AC only
Charge Rate .................................................................................................................................................................1 Hour
Capacity ...........................................................................................................................................Standard 300g cartridge
Flow rate........................................................................................................................................................ 30-390 mm/min
SWITCH
LOCK
SWITCH
TRIGGER
CARRIAGE
FRAME
PUNCTURE
TOOL
PLUNGER
ROD
CAULKING GUN
VARIABLE SPEED
SELECTOR
PLUNGER
ROD HANDLE
Fig. 1

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KNOW YOUR CAULKING GUN
See Figure 1.
Before attempting to use this product, familiarize yourself
with all operating features and safety rules.
CARRIAGE FRAME
The carriage frame holds a standard 300 g tube of caulk.
PLUNGER ROD
The forward movement of the plunger rod applies pressure
to the bottom of an open caulk tube, causing caulk to be
dispensed.
PLUNGER ROD HANDLE
The plunger rod handle is used to pull the plunger rod back,
allowing caulk to be loaded.
SWITCH TRIGGER
Depressing the switch trigger starts the forward motion of
the plunger rod.
SWITCH LOCK OFF
The switch lock prevents depression of the switch trigger.
FEATURES
VARIABLE SPEED SELECTOR
The plunger speed can be adjusted with the variable speed
selector. This allows you to adjust the material feed rate to
suit your particular application.
PUNCTURE TOOL
For your convenience, a puncture tool is provided for
breaking the seal on a new tube of caulk. When using a
partially lled caulk tube, the puncture tool can be used to
remove any hardened material from the tube’s nozzle.
ELECTRONIC OVERLOAD PROTECTION
An electronic overload protection feature causes the motor
to automatically shut down if too much pressure is exerted
on the caulk tube.
AUTO SHUT-OFF
When the caulk tube is empty, the auto shut-off feature
will cause the motor to shut off.
ASSEMBLY
UNPACKING
This product has been shipped completely assembled.
n Carefully remove the tool and any accessories from the
box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are
included.
n Inspect the tool carefully to make sure no breakage or
damage occurred during shipping.
n Do not discard the packing material until you have care-
fully inspected and satisfactorily operated the tool.
n If any parts are damaged or missing, please call
1300 361 505 for assistance.
PACKING LIST
Caulking Gun
Operator’s Manual
Plug-in Lanyard
WARNING:
If any parts are missing do not operate this tool until the
missing parts are replaced. Failure to do so could result
in possible serious personal injury.
WARNING:
Do not attempt to modify this tool or create accesso-
ries not recommended for use with this tool. Any such
alteration or modification is misuse and could result in a
hazardous condition leading to possible serious personal
injury.

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OPERATION
WARNING:
Do not allow familiarity with tools to make you care-
less. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is
sufficient to inflict serious injury.
WARNING:
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side
shields when operating tools. Failure to do so could re-
sult in objects being thrown into your eyes, resulting in
possible serious injury.
WARNING:
Do not use any attachments or accessories not recom-
mended by the manufacturer of this tool. The use of at-
tachments or accessories not recommended can result
in serious personal injury.
APPLICATIONS
You may use this tool for the following purposes:
NOTE: Most of these applications require different types of
bits. Be sure to use the right bit for your tool.
n Sealing cracks to keep your home’s conditioned air inside
while keeping unconditioned air outside, increasing your
home’s energy efficiency
n Filling holes and cracks before painting
n Creating a moisture barrier around areas that could be
damaged by water
n Sealing cracks to keep insects from crawling inside your
home
n Applying adhesive
CAUTION:
If at any point during the charging process none of the
LEDs are lit, remove the battery pack from the charger
to avoid damaging the product. DO NOT insert another
battery. Return the charger and battery to your nearest
service centre for service or replacement.
LED FUNCTIONS OF CHARGER
LED WILL BE ON TO INDICATE STATUS OF
CHARGER AND BATTERY PACK:
See Figure 2.
n Red LED on = Fast charging mode.
n Green LED on = Fully charged and in maintenance
charge mode.
n Green LED on = When battery pack is inserted
intocharger, indicates hot battery pack or that battery
pack is out of normal temperature range.
n Yellow and Green LEDs on = Deeply discharged
ordefective battery pack.
n No LED on = Defective charger or battery pack.
CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK
Battery packs for this tool are shipped in a low charge
condition to prevent possible problems. Therefore, you
should charge it until the green LED on the front of the
charger comes on.
NOTE: Batteries will not reach full charge the first time they
are charged. Allow several cycles (operation followed by
recharging) for them to become fully charged.
CHARGING A COOL BATTERY PACK
If battery pack is within normal temperature range, the red
LED on charger will come on.
NOTE: If the charger does not charge the battery packunder
normal circumstances, return both the battery pack and
charger to your nearest Ryobi Authorised Service Centre
forelectrical check.
n Charge the battery pack only with the charger
provided.
n Make sure the power supply is normal household
voltage, 240 volts, 50 Hz, AC only.
n Connect the charger to the power supply.
n Place the battery pack in the charger aligning raised rib
on the battery pack with the groove in the charger. See
Figure 3.
n Press down on the battery pack to be sure contacts on
the battery pack engage properly with contacts in the
charger.
n Normally the red LED on charger will come on.
Thisindicates the charger is in fast charging mode.
n Red LED should remain on for approximately 1
hour then the green LED will come on. Green LED
Fig. 2
CHARGER
ACR1800
GREEN
LIGHT
YELLOW
LIGHT RED LIGHT

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onindicates battery pack is fully charged and charger
isin maintenance charge mode.
NOTE: The green LED will remain on until thebattery pack
is removed from the charger or charger isdisconnected
from the power supply.
n If both yellow and green LEDs come on, this indicates
a deeply discharged or defective battery pack.Allow
the battery pack to remain in the charger for 15 to 30
minutes. When the battery pack reaches normalvoltage
range, the red LED should come on. If the red LED
does not come on after 30 minutes, this mayindicate a
defective battery pack and should bereplaced.
n After normal usage, a minimum of 1 hour of charging
time is required to fully recharge battery pack.
n The battery pack will become slightly warm to the touch
while charging. This is normal and does notindicate a
problem.
n Do not place the charger and battery pack in an area of
extreme heat or cold. They will work best at normal room
temperature.
NOTE: The charger and battery pack should be placed
in a location where the temperature is more than 0°C but
less than 37°C.
n When batteries become fully charged, unplug thecharger
from power supply and remove the battery pack.
CHARGING A HOT BATTERY PACK
When using the tool continuously, the batteries in the
battery pack will become hot. You should let a hot battery
pack cool down for approximately 30 minutes before
attempting to recharge. When the battery pack becomes
discharged and is hot, this will cause the green LED to
come on instead of the red LED. After 30 minutes, reinsert
the battery pack in the charger. If the green LED continues
to remain on, return battery pack to your nearest Ryobi
Authorised Service Centre for checking or replacing.
OPERATION
NOTE: This situation only occurs when continuous use of
the tool causes the batteries to become hot. It does not
occur under normal circumstances. Refer to “CHARGING
A COOL BATTERY PACK” for normal recharging of
batteries. If the charger does not charge your battery pack
under normal circumstances, return both the battery pack
and charger to your nearest Ryobi Authorised Service
Centre for electrical check.
TO INSTALL BATTERY PACK
See Figure 4.
n Lock the switch trigger by sliding the switch lock up.
n Place the battery pack on the tool.
n Make sure the latches on each side of the battery pack
snap into place and the battery pack is secured on the
tool before beginning operation.
CAUTION:
When placing battery pack in the tool, be sure raised rib
on battery pack aligns with the bottom of the caulking
gun and latches into place properly. Improper installa-
tion of the battery pack can cause damage to internal
components.
TO REMOVE BATTERY PACK
See Figure 4.
n Lock the switch trigger by sliding the switch lock up.
n Depress the latches on the side of battery pack.
n Remove the battery pack from the tool.
Fig. 3
CHARGER
ACR1800
BATTERY PACK
Fig. 4
DEPRESS LATCHES TO
RELEASE BATTERY PACK
BATTERY PACK
LATCHES

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


STARTING/STOPPING THE CAULKING GUN
See Figure 5.
Before attempting to start the caulking gun, be sure the
switch lock is in the unlocked position.
n To turn the caulking gun ON, depress the switch trigger.
n To turn the caulking gun OFF, release the switch trigger.
LOCKING THE SWITCH TRIGGER
See Figure 5.
The switch trigger of the caulking gun can be locked off
using the slide switch located below the switch trigger.
n To lock the switch trigger, slide the switch lock up. This
will prevent the caulking gun switch trigger from being
depressed.
n To unlock the switch trigger, slide the switch down. This will
allow the caulking gun switch trigger to be depressed.
LOADING CAULK
See Figures 6 - 7.
n Lock the switch trigger by sliding the switch lock up.
n Using a utility knife, cut off the tip of the spout on a
standard 300 g tube of caulk. Cut the tip at a 45˚ angle.
Remove as little as possible, taking into consideration
the size of the “bead” of caulk you need.
n Check for a second inner seal at the base of the
spout. If found, insert the puncture tool inside
the spout to break the seal before using. If using
a partially lled tube, use the puncture tool to
remove any hardened material from the tip.
NOTE: An inner seal is usually found only in cardboard
caulk tubes.
n While holding the caulking gun steady with one hand,
pull the handle of the plunger rod away from the caulking
gun. Continue pulling until plunger base reaches the
back of the carriage frame.
n Load the caulk tube into the carriage frame, making sure
it is well seated at both ends.
ELECTRONIC OVERLOAD PROTECTION
The caulking gun is protected by an electronic overload
protection feature. If too much pressure is exerted on
the tube, the motor will shut down. This helps to prevent
damage to the tool and the caulk tube. If the motor shuts
off, make sure that:
n Nozzle tip is cut
n Inner seal in the caulk tube is broken
n Hardened material is removed from the nozzle
n Caulk tube is not damaged or frozen
n Plunger rod is free of caulk/adhesive materials
Release the trigger and wait for 3 to 5 seconds to allow the
electronics to reset. If the motor again shuts off, move the
variable speed selector to the middle position and press
the trigger again. If the motor continues to shut off, try
Fig. 7
Fig. 6
Fig. 5
OPERATION
another tube of material or take the tool to an authorised
service centre.
CARRIAGE
FRAME
PUNCTURE
TOOL
SPOUT
TO
TURN OFF
TO
TURN ON
SWITCH
TRIGGER
SWITCH LOCK
LOCK
UNLOCK
SPOUT CAULK TUBE
PLUNGER
ROD
PLUNGER ROD
HANDLE

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OPERATION
WARNING:
Battery tools are always in operating condition. Therefore,
switch should always be locked when not in use or car-
rying at your side.
APPLYING CAULK
See Figures 8 - 10.
n Prepare the surface to be caulked by removing any dust,
dirt or remnants of old caulking. Make sure the area to
be caulked is clean and dry.
n Set the speed of the caulking gun to match your
application needs, using just enough caulk to do the
job. Experiment in an out-of-the-way area to nd the
best speed to use to deliver the caulk bead you want.
n Hold the gun at a slight angle. If lling a crack, insert
the spout into the crack, if possible; otherwise, run the
caulking gun along the surface.
n Squeeze the trigger on the caulking gun, allowing the
caulk to extrude from the tube tip.
NOTE: If the bead of caulk is too narrow, re-cut the
nozzle to provide a larger opening. However, it is better
to apply a thin bead of caulk and add a little more if
necessary than to apply too much and attempt to
remove the excess.
n Carefully move the caulking gun at an even pace along
the gap to be lled as you continue to depress the
switch trigger. Make sure the caulk comes in full contact
with both application surfaces. If necessary, use your
nger to gently press the caulk into a corner or crack.
NOTE: The best ll is usually achieved by pushing the
caulk out into the gap in a forward motion. However, in
some cases (particularly where the side materials are
rough or uneven), a pulling motion may work better as
the cartridge will be less likely to get snagged along the
joint.
n The motor will shut off automatically when a caulk tube
becomes empty. Pull the plunger rod back and replace
the caulk tube as necessary.
n To end the caulk bead, release the switch trigger.
n Draw a moistened nger or other “smoothing tool” along
the caulk bead after applying. This will help the caulk
adhere to the application surfaces and will create a
clean, nished appearance.
n Use a damp towel or rag to clean off any excess caulk.
Fig. 10
Fig. 9
Fig. 8
CAULK BEAD
VARIABLE SPEED
SELECTOR
LOW SPEED
HI SPEED

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MAINTENANCE
WARNING:
When servicing, use only identical Ryobi replacement
parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or
cause product damage.
WARNING:
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side
shields during power tool operation or when blowing
dust. If operation is dusty, also wear a dust mask.
WARNING:
To avoid serious personal injury, always remove the
battery pack from the tool when cleaning or performing
any maintenance.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most
plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of
commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use
clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease etc.
BATTERIES
The battery pack for this tool is equipped with nickel-cadmium
rechargeable batteries. Length of service from each charging
will depend on the type of work you are doing.
The batteries for this tool 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 batteries. Handling of these
batteries, especially when wearing rings and jewelry, could
result in a serious burn.
To obtain the longest possible battery life, we suggest the
following:
n Remove the battery pack from the charger once it is fully
charged and ready for use.
n Store battery pack removed from the tool.
For battery storage longer than 30 days:
n Store the battery pack where the temperature is below
27°C.
n Store battery packs in a “discharged” condition.
WARNING:
Upon removal, cover the battery pack’s termi-
nals with heavy-duty adhesive tape. Do not at-
tempt to destroy or disassemble battery pack or
remove any of its components. Nickel-cadmium
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.
WARNING:
Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-
based products, penetrating oils etc., come in contact
with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken or
destroy plastic which may result in serious personal
injury.
To work properly, the plunger rod of the tool must remain
clean and free of all caulk and adhesive material. If material
does get on the plunger rod mechanism, clean the mate-
rial off according to the directions of the caulk or adhesive
manufacturer.
When the tool is shut off by the electronic overload protection
system, always wait for 3 to 5 seconds before depressing
the trigger for restart. Frequently depressing and releasing
the trigger under these circumstances may cause interior
damage to the caulking gun.
Only the parts shown on the parts list are intended to be
repaired or replaced by the customer. All other parts should
be replaced at a Ryobi Authorised Service Centre.

RYOBI TECHNOLOGIES AUSTRALIA PTY.LTD.
GUARANTEE
RYOBI TECHNOLOGIES AUSTRALIA PTY. LTD.
A.B.N. 98 002 277 509
SYDNEY: 359-361 Horsley Road, Milperra, N.S.W. 2214.
Contact during normal business hours.
RYOBI NEW ZEALAND PTY. LTD.
AUCKLAND: 27 Clemow Drive, Mt Wellington, N.Z.
Contact during normal business hours.
Subject to the guarantee condition below, this Ryobi tool
(hereinafter called “the product”) is guaranteed by Ryobi
(hereinafter called “the Company”) to be free from
defects in material or workmanship for a period of 24
months from the date of original purchase covering
both parts and labour. Under the terms of this
guarantee, the repair or replacement of any part shall
be the opinion of the Company or its authorised agent.
Should service become necessary during the warranty
period, the owner should contact the RYOBI HELPLINE
1300 361 505 or contact the retailer from whom the
product was purchased.
In order to obtain guarantee service, the owner must
present the sales docket and Guarantee Certificate
to confirm date of purchase. This product is sold by the
dealer or agent as principal and the dealer has no
authority from the Company to give any additional
guarantee on the Company’s behalf except as herein
containedorhereinreferred to.
Guarantee Conditions
This guarantee only applies provided that the Product
has been used in accordance with the manufacturer’s
recommendations under normal use and reasonable
care (in the opinion of the Company) and such
guarantee does not cover damage, malfunction or
failure resulting from misuse, neglect, abuse, or used
for a purpose forwhich it was not designed or is not
suited and no repairs, alterations or modifications
have been attempted by other than an Authorised
Service Agent.This guarantee will not apply if the tool is
damagedbyaccident or if repairs arise from normal
wear and tear.
The Company accepts no additional liability pursuant to
this guarantee for the costs of travelling or
transportation of the Product or parts to and from the
service dealer or agent - such costs are not included in
this guarantee.
Certain legislation, including the Trade Practices Act,
1974 (as amended) and other state and territorial laws
give rights to the buyer and impose liability on the seller in
certain circumstances. Nothing herein shall have the effect
of excluding, restricting or modifying any condition,
guarantee, right or liability imposed, to the extent only
that such exclusion, restriction or modification
would render any term herein void.
BRISBANE : All enquiries Tel : [phone]
TOWNSVILLE: All enquiries Tel : [phone]
MELBOURNE: 960 Stud Road, Rowville,Vic. 3178
Tel : [phone]
HOBART: All enquiries Tel : [phone]
ADELAIDE: All enquiries Tel : [phone]
PERTH: 33-35 Sorbonne Cres. Canning Vale, W.A. 6155
Address Of Dealer
Present This Form With Your Purchase Docket When Guarantee Service Is Required.
Tel: [phone] - Fax: [phone] - www.ryobi.com.au
Tel: [phone] - Free Call: 0800 279 624 - Fax: [phone] - www.ryobi.co.nz
For your record and to assist in establishing date of purchase (necessary for in-guarantee service)
please keep your purchase docket and this form completed with the following particulars.
This Guarantee Form Should Be Retained By The Customer At All Times
Date Model No Serial No
Tel : [phone]