Ryobi R18STL User manual

ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS
String Light
R18STL

Important!
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including
children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or
lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a
person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised
to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
It is essential that you read the instructions in this manual before
assembling, maintaining and operating the product.
Subject to technical modifications.

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Safety, performance, and dependability have been given
top priority in the design of your string light.
INTENDED USE
The string light is designed for illuminating distant objects
and areas requiring additional light.
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.
STRING LIGHT SAFETY WARNINGS
■Know your product. Read operator’s manual
carefully. Learn its applications and limitations,
as well as the specific potential hazards related to
this product. Following this rule will reduce the risk of
electric shock, fire, or serious injury.
■Do not permit children to use string light. It is not
a toy.
■The product is not designed to operate in wet or
damp conditions.
■If wrapped or in contact with fabrics, the work
light lens can produce sufficient heat to melt some
fabrics. To avoid serious personal injury, never allow
the work light lens to come in contact with anything.
■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 the product or their batteries near
fire or heat. This will reduce the risk of explosion and
possibly injury.
■To reduce the risk of personal injury and electric
shock, the product should not be played with or
placed where small children can reach it.
■To reduce the risk of electric fault caused by liquid
damage, do not expose to water or rain.
■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.
■Do not direct the light beam at persons or animals
and do not stare into the light beam yourself (not
even from a distance). Staring into the light beam may
result in serious injury or vision loss.
■Use only with recommended battery pack and
charger. Any attempt to use another battery pack
will cause damage to the product and could possibly
explode, cause a fire, or personal injury.
■Do not disassemble the product.
■Do not store the product in a damp or wet location,
or in a location where the temperature may reach
or exceed 40°C (104°F). For example, inside sheds,
vehicles, or metal buildings in the summer.
■The product is non-dimmable; do not connect with
any dimmers.
■Check damaged parts. Before further use of the
product, a part that is damaged should be carefully
checked to determine that it will operate properly and
perform its intended function. Do not use the product if
it does not function properly.
■Have the product repaired by a qualified person.
The product is in accordance with the relevant safety
requirements. Repairs should only be carried out by
qualified person using original spare parts, otherwise
this may result in considerable danger to the user.
■The light source contained in this luminaire shall only be
replaced by the manufacturer or his service agent or a
similar qualified person.
■The external flexible cable or cord of this luminaire
cannot be replaced; if the cord is damaged, the
luminaire shall be destroyed.
BATTERY SAFETY WARNINGS
■Risk of electric shock. Do not touch uninsulated portion
of output connector or uninsulated battery terminal.
■Do not crush, drop or damage battery pack. Do
not use a battery pack or charger that has been
dropped or received a sharp blow. A damaged
battery is subject to explosion. Properly dispose of a
dropped or damaged battery immediately.
■Do not charge product battery in a damp or wet
location. Following this rule will reduce the risk of
electric shock.
■For best results, your battery should be charged
in a location where the temperature is more than
10°C but less than 38°C. Do not store outside or in
vehicles.

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■Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected
from the battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally
occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes,
additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the
battery may cause irritation or burns.
■Do not incinerate the battery even if it is severely
damaged. The batteries can explode in a fire.
WARNING
The product is not intended for use by persons (including
children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge,
unless they have been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the product by a person responsible
for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not
play with the product.
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.
MAINTENANCE
■When servicing, use only original Ryobi replacement
parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or
cause product damage.
■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.
■Do not attempt to modify the product or create
accessories not recommended for use with the product
by the manufacturer.
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
Recycle raw materials instead of disposing
of as waste. The machine, accessories
and packaging should be sorted for
environmental-friendly recycling.
SYMBOLS
Safety Alert
VVolts
Direct current
Regulatory Compliance Mark (RCM).
Product meets applicable regulatory
requirements.
Please read the instructions carefully
before starting the product.
Class III protection
Do not stare at light source.
Waste electrical products should not
be disposed of with household waste.
Please recycle where facilities exist.
Check with your local authority or retailer
for recycling advice.
SYMBOLS IN THIS MANUAL
Note
Parts or accessories sold separately
The following signal words and meanings are intended to
explain the levels of risk associated with this product:

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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.

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1. Light head
2. Hook
3. Battery port
4. On / Off button
5. Key hole hanger
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
String light
Model R18STL
Rated voltage 18 V
Rated power 22 W
Colour rendering index (CRI) 72
Correlated colour temperature (CCT) 4200 K
Beam angle 100°
Luminous ux
High 1800 lumens
Medium 850 lumens
Low 210 lumens
Run time
(approximate) Low Middle High
2.5Ah battery 15.6 hours 3.7 hours 2 hours
5.0Ah battery 30 hours 8 hours 3.4 hours
BATTERY AND CHARGER
Model Compatible battery
pack (not included)
Compatible charger
(not included)
Lithium-Ion
RB18L13
RB18L15
RB18L20
RB18L25
RB18L40
RB18L50
BCS618G
BCL14181H
BCL14183H
BCL1418IV*
RC18150U
RC18627U
RC18120
*for vehicles with 12V DC outlets

Techtronic Industries Australia Pty Ltd
31 Gilby Road, Mount Waverley, VIC 3149
Melbourne, Australia
Techtronic Industries N.Z. Limited
2 Landing Drive, Mangere
Auckland, 2022, New Zealand
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