Ryobi R4SDC User manual

ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS
4V Screwdriver
R4SDC

Important!
It is essential that you read the instructions in this
manualbeforeassembling,operating,andmaintaining
the product.
Subject to technical modification.

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Safety, performance, and dependability
have been given top priority in the design
of your screwdriver.
INTENDED USE
The product is intended to be used only by
adults who have read and understood the
instructions and warnings in this manual,
and can be considered responsible for
their actions.
The product is intended for fastening and
removing screws and bolts.
Do not use the product in any way other
than those stated for intended use.
NOTE: It is recommended to use pilot
holes prior to driving screws.
GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY
WARNINGS
WARNING
Read all safety warnings,
instructions, illustrations and
specifications provided with this
power tool. Failure to follow all
instructions listed below may result in
electric shock, re and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for
future reference.
The term “power tool’’ in the warnings
refers to your mains-operated (corded)
power tool or battery-operated (cordless)
power tool.
WORK AREA SAFETY
■Keep work area clean and well
lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite
accidents.
■Do not operate power tools in
explosive atmospheres, such
as in the presence of flammable
liquids, gases or dust. Power tools
create sparks which may ignite the
dust or fumes.
■Keep children and bystanders
away while operating a power
tool. Distractions can cause you to
lose control.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
■Power tool plugs must match the
outlet. Never modify the plug in
any way. Do not use any adapter
plugs with earthed (grounded)
power tools. Unmodied plugs and
matching outlets will reduce risk of
electric shock.
■Avoid body contact with earthed
or grounded surfaces, such as
pipes, radiators, ranges and
refrigerators. There is an increased
risk of electric shock if your body is
earthed or grounded.
■Do not expose power tools to rain
or wet conditions. Water entering
a power tool will increase the risk of
electric shock.
■Do not abuse the cord. Never use
the cord for carrying, pulling or
unplugging the power tool. Keep
cord away from heat, oil, sharp
edges or moving parts. Damaged
or entangled cords increase the risk
of electric shock.
■When operating a power tool
outdoors, use an extension cord
suitable for outdoor use. Use
of a cord suitable for outdoor use
reduces the risk of electric shock.
■If operating a power tool in a
damp location is unavoidable,
use a residual current device
(RCD) protected supply. Use of
an RCD reduces the risk of electric
shock.

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PERSONAL SAFETY
■Stay alert, watch what you are
doing and use common sense
when operating a power tool. Do
not use a power tool while you
are tired or under the influence
of drugs, alcohol or medication.
A moment of inattention while
operating power tools may result in
serious personal injury.
■Use personal protective
equipment. Always wear eye
protection. Protective equipment
such as dust mask, non-skid safety
shoes, hard hat or hearing protection
used for appropriate conditions will
reduce personal injuries.
■Prevent unintentional starting.
Ensure the switch is in the off-
position before connecting to
power source and/or battery
pack, picking up or carrying the
tool. Carrying power tools with your
nger on the switch or energising
power tools that have the switch on
invites accidents.
■Remove any adjusting key or
wrench before turning the power
tool on. A wrench or a key left
attached to a rotating part of the
power tool may result in personal
injury.
■Do not overreach. Keep proper
footing and balance at all times.
This enables better control of the
power tool in unexpected situations.
■Dress properly. Do not wear
loose clothing or jewellery. Keep
your hair and clothing away from
moving parts. Loose clothes,
jewellery or long hair can be caught
in moving parts.
■If devices are provided for the
connection of dust extraction and
collection facilities, ensure these
are connected and properly used.
Use of dust collection can reduce
dust-related hazards.
■Do not let familiarity gained from
frequent use of tools allow you to
become complacent and ignore
tool safety principles. A careless
action can cause severe injury
within a fraction of a second.
POWER TOOL USE AND CARE
■Do not force the power tool. Use
the correct power tool for your
application. The correct power tool
will do the job better and safer at the
rate for which it was designed.
■Do not use the power tool if the
switch does not turn it on and
off. Any power tool that cannot
be controlled with the switch is
dangerous and must be repaired.
■Disconnect the plug from the
power source and/or remove the
battery pack, if detachable, from
the power tool before making
any adjustments, changing
accessories, or storing power
tools. Such preventive safety
measures reduce the risk of starting
the power tool accidentally.
■Store idle power tools out of
the reach of children and do not
allow persons unfamiliar with the
power tool or these instructions
to operate the power tool. Power
tools are dangerous in the hands of
untrained users.
■Maintain power tools and
accessories. Check for
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moving parts, breakage of parts
and any other condition that may
affect the power tool’s operation.
If damaged, have the power
tool repaired before use. Many
accidents are caused by poorly
maintained power tools.
■Keep cutting tools sharp and
clean. Properly maintained cutting
tools with sharp cutting edges are
less likely to bind and are easier to
control.
■Use the power tool, accessories
and tool bits etc. in accordance
with these instructions, taking
into account the working
conditions and the work to be
performed. Use of the power tool
for operations different from those
intended could result in a hazardous
situation.
■Keep handles and grasping
surfaces dry, clean and free from
oil and grease. Slippery handles
and grasping surfaces do not allow
for safe handling and control of the
tool in unexpected situations.
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
re when used with another battery
pack.
■Use power tools only with
specifically designated battery
packs. Use of any other battery
packs may create a risk of injury
and re.
■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 burns
or a re.
■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 use a battery pack or tool
that is damaged or modified.
Damaged or modied batteries may
exhibit unpredictable behaviour
resulting in re, explosion or risk of
injury.
■Do not expose a battery pack
or tool to fire or excessive
temperature. Exposure to re or
temperature above 130°C may
cause explosion.
■Follow all charging instructions
and do not charge the battery
pack or tool outside the
temperature range specified in the
instructions. Charging improperly
or at temperatures outside the
specied range may damage the
battery and increase the risk of re.
SERVICE
■Have your power tool serviced by
a qualified repair person using
only identical replacement parts.
This will ensure that the safety of the
power tool is maintained.
■Never service damaged battery
packs. Service of battery packs
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manufacturer or authorized service
providers.
SCREWDRIVER SAFETY WARNINGS
■Hold the power tool by insulated
gripping surfaces, when performing
an operation where the fastener may
contact hidden wiring. Fasteners
contacting a “live” wire may make
exposed metal parts of the power tool
“live” and could give the operator an
electric shock.
■Ambient temperature range for tool
during operation is between 0°C and
40°C.
■Ambient temperature range for tool
storage is between 0°C and 40°C.
CHARGER SAFETY WARNINGS
■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.
■Do not use charger outdoors or expose
to wet or damp conditions. Water
entering charger will increase the risk
of electric shock.
■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.
■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.
■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.
■Keep cord and charger away from
heat to prevent damage to housing or
internal parts.
■Do not operate charger with a
damaged cord or plug, which could
cause shorting and electric shock. If
damaged, have the charger replaced
by an authorised serviceman.
■Do not operate charger if it has
received a sharp blow, been dropped,
or otherwise damaged in any way.
Take it to an authorised serviceman
for electrical check to determine if the
charger is in good working order.
■Do not disassemble charger. Take it
to an authorised serviceman when
service or repair is required. Incorrect
reassembly may result in a risk of
electric shock or fire.
■Unplug charger from outlet before
attempting any maintenance or
cleaning to reduce the risk of electric
shock.
■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.
■Risk of electric shock. Do not touch
uninsulated portion of output connector
or uninsulated battery terminal.
■Do not recharge primary cells (non-

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rechargeable).
■The recommended ambient
temperature range for the charging
system during charging is between
10°C and 38°C.
BATTERY SAFETY WARNINGS
Li-ion
■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.
■Never charge a damaged battery pack.
■Ambient temperature range for battery
during use is between 0°C and 40°C.
■Ambient temperature range for battery
storage is between 0°C and 20°C.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY WARNINGS
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.
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
a 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.
RESIDUAL RISKS
Even when the product is used as
prescribed, it is still impossible to
completely eliminate certain residual
risk factors. The following hazards may
arise and the operator should pay special
attention to avoid the following:
■Damage to hearing caused by noise
Wear suitable hearing protection and
limit exposure.
■Injury to the eyes
Wear protective eye shields or goggles
when using the product.
■Injury caused by vibration

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Limit exposure. Follow the instructions
in Risk Reduction.
■Electric shock caused by contact with
hidden wires
Hold the product only by insulated
surfaces.
■Injury caused by dust
Dust created by operating the product
can cause respiratory injury. Wear
appropriate dust control mask with
filters suitable for protecting against
particles from the material being
worked on.
RISK REDUCTION
It has been reported that vibrations
from handheld tools may contribute to
a condition called Raynaud’s Syndrome
in certain individuals. Symptoms
may include tingling, numbness, and
blanching of the ngers, usually apparent
upon exposure to cold. Hereditary
factors, exposure to cold and dampness,
diet, smoking, and work practices are all
thought to contribute to the development
of these symptoms. There are measures
that can be taken by the operator to
possibly reduce the effects of vibration:
■Keep your body warm in cold weather.
When operating the unit, wear gloves
to keep the hands and wrists warm.
It is reported that cold weather is a
major factor contributing to Raynaud’s
Syndrome.
■After each period of operation, exercise
to increase blood circulation.
■Take frequent work breaks. Limit the
amount of exposure per day.
If you experience any of the symptoms
of this condition, immediately discontinue
use and see your doctor about these
symptoms.
WARNING
Injuries may be caused, or aggravated,
by prolonged use of a tool. When using
any tool for prolonged periods, ensure
you take regular breaks.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING
The product should never be connected
to a power supply when assembling
parts, making adjustments, cleaning,
performing maintenance, or when the
product is not in use. Disconnecting the
product will prevent accidental starting
that could cause serious injury.
■When servicing, use only identical
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 various types of
commercial solvents and may be
damaged by their use. Use clean
cloths to remove dirt and carbon dust.
■Do not, at any time, let brake fluids,
gasoline, petroleum-based products,
penetrating oils, etc., come in contact
with plastic parts. They contain
chemicals that can damage, weaken,
or destroy plastic.
■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.
■For greater safety and reliability, all
repairs should be performed by an
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LUBRICATION
All of the bearings in the product are
lubricated with a sufcient amount of
high grade lubricant for the life span
of the product under normal operating
conditions. Therefore, no further
lubrication is required.
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
Recycle raw materials instead
of disposing of as waste. The
machine, accessories, and
packaging should be sorted for
environment-friendly recycling.
SYMBOLS
Safety alert
Regulatory Compliance
Mark (RCM). Product
meets applicable regulatory
requirements.
Please read the instructions
carefully before starting the
machine.
Please read the instructions
carefully before starting the
machine.
Class II equipment
For indoor use only
No-load speed
Polarity of USB plug
VVolts
Direct current
min-1 Revolutions or
reciprocations per minute
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:
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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KNOW YOUR PRODUCT
1. Adapter cover
2. Bit holder
3. LED light
4. Screwdriver bit
5. Forward/reverse selector
6. Switch trigger
7. Handle, insulated gripping surface
8. Charger adapter
9. USB port
10. Charger cable
11. Input jack

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VIBRATION LEVEL
WARNING
The vibration emission level given in this information sheet has been measured in accordance
with a standardised test given in EN 62841 and may be used to compare one tool with another.
It may be used for a preliminary assessment of exposure. The declared vibration emission
level represents the main applications of the tool. However if the tool is used for different
applications, with different accessories or poorly maintained, the vibration emission may differ.
This may signicantly increase the exposure level over the total working period.
An estimation of the level of exposure to vibration should also take into account the times when
the tool is switched off or when it is running but not actually doing the job. This may signicantly
reduce the exposure level over the total working period. Identify additional safety measures to
protect the operator from the effects of vibration such as: maintain the tool and the accessories,
keep the hands warm and organisation of work patterns.
4V Screwdriver
Model R4SDC
Voltage 4 V
Chuck 6.35 mm
No load Speed 200 min-1
Torque 5 Nm
Weight - including
battery pack
0.36 kg
Charger Information
Charger model RC4USB
Input 220-240 V
50 Hz 0.2 A
Output 5V 500 mA
Battery
Battery type Lithium Ion
Battery capacity 1.5Ah
Number of cell 1
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Measured sound values determined
according to EN 62841:
A-weighted sound
pressure level
Uncertainty K
Lp= 56 dB(A)
3 dB
A-weighted sound
power level
Uncertainty K
Lw= 67 dB(A)
3 dB
Wear ear protectors.
The vibration total values (triax vector sum)
determined according to EN 62841:
Vibration emission
value
Screw driving ah <2.5 m/s2
Uncertainty K 1.5 m/s2
Replacement parts
R4SDC Right Angle 5133003692
R4SDC Offset 5133003691
R4SDC Clutch 5133003690

961075452-01
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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