Ryobi CST-180M Operation manual

18 VOLT CORDLESS STAPLER
OWNER’S OPERATING MANUAL
CST-180M
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1. Depth adjustment knob
2. Trigger switch
3. Handle
4. Activation foot
5. Low staple view window
6. Battery pack (not included)
7. Battery latches
8. Depress latches to release battery pack
9. Squeeze latches to open staple magazine
10. Staples
11. Decrease force
12. Increase force
DESCRIPTION
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Fig. 1
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Fig. 5
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Fig. 6
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Important!
It is essential that you read the instructions in this manual before
operating this machine.
Subject to technical modifications.
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GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING
Read all safety warnings and all instructions.
Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result
in electric shock, fire 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.
1. WORK AREA SAFETY
a. Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or
dark areas invite accidents.
b. 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.
c. Keep children and bystanders away while
operating a power tool. Distractions can cause
you to lose control.
2. ELECTRICAL SAFETY
a. Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never
modify the plug in any way. Do not use any
adaptor plugs with earthed (grounded) power
tools. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will
reduce risk of electric shock.
b. Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded
surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of elec-
tric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
c. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet con-
ditions. Water entering a power tool will increase
the risk of electric shock.
d. 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.
e. 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.
f. If operating power tools in a damp location
is unavoidable, use a residual current device
(RCD) protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces
the risk of electric shock.
3. PERSONAL SAFETY
a. 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 medi-
cation. A moment of inattention while operating
power tools may result in serious personal injury.
b. 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.
c. 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 finger on the switch or energising power
tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
d. 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.
e. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times. This enables better control
of the power tool in unexpected situations.
f. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves
away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewel-
lery or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
g. If devices are provided for the connection of
dust extraction and collection facilities, en-
sure these are connected and properly used.
Use of dust collection can reduce dust-related
hazards.
4. POWER TOOL USE AND CARE
a. 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.
b. Do not use the power tool if the switch does
not turn it on and off. Any power tool that can
not be controlled with the switch is dangerous and
must be repaired.
c. Disconnect the plug from the power source
and/or the battery pack from the power tool
before making any adjustments, changing ac-
cessories, or storing power tools. Such preven-
tive safety measures reduce the risk of starting
the power tool accidentally.
d. Store idle power tools out of the reach of chil-
dren and do not allow persons unfamiliar with
the power tool or these instructions to operate
the power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the
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hands of untrained users.
e. Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment
or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts
and any other condition that may affect the
power tools operation. If damaged, have the
power tool repaired before use. Many accidents
are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
f. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges
are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
g. Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits
etc., in accordance with these instructions and
in the manner intended for the particular type
of power tool, taking into account the working
conditions and the work to be performed. Use
of the power tool for operations different from
intended could result in a hazardous situation.
5. BATTERY TOOL USE AND CARE
a. 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.
b. Use power tools only with specifically desig-
nated battery packs. Use of any other battery
packs may create a risk of injury and fire.
c. 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 termi-
nals together may cause burns or a fire.
d. Under abusive conditions, liquid may be
ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If con-
tact accidentally occurs, flush with water. If
liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical
help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause
irritation or burns.
6. SERVICE
a. 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.
SPECIAL SAFETY RULES
■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.
■Protect your lungs. Wear a face or dust mask
if the operation is dusty. Following this rule will
reduce the risk of serious personal injury.
■Protect your hearing. Wear hearing protection
during extended periods of operation. Following
this rule will reduce the risk of serious personal injury.
SPECIFICATIONS
Voltage 18 V
Switch Single shot trigger
Magazine Capacity 84 staples
Staple Speed 40 shots min-1
Staple Size Type 50
- Crown Width 10.8mm
- Length 6.3mm, 7.9mm, 9.5mm,
12.7mm, 13.5mm, 14mm
MODEL COMPATIBLE BATTERY
PACK
COMPATIBLE
CHARGER
CST-180M
BPL-1820
BPL-1815
BCL-1800
BCS618
BCL1418
ABP1801
ABP1802
ABP-1813
ABP-1815
BCL-1800
BCS618
BCL1418
ACR1800
260022029
OPERATION
WARNING
Do not allow familiarity with products to make
you careless. 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 products.
Failure to do so could result in objects being
thrown into your eyes, resulting in possible
serious injury.
WARNING
Do not use any attachments or accessories
not recommended by the manufacturer of this
product. The use of attachments or accessories
not recommended can result in serious personal
injury.
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APPLICATIONS
You may use this product for the purposes listed below:
■Light-duty stapling into wood
This product will accept RYOBI One+ 18 V lithium-ion
battery packs and RYOBI One+ 18 V nickel-cadmium
battery packs.
BATTERY PROTECTION FEATURES
RYOBI One+ 18 V lithium-ion batteries are designed with
features that protect the lithium-ion cells and maximise
battery life. Under some operating conditions, these
built-in features may cause the battery and the tool it is
powering to act differently from nickel-cadmium batteries.
During some applications, the battery electronics may
signal the battery to shut down, and cause the tool to
stop running. To reset the battery and tool, release the
trigger and resume normal operation.
NOTE: To prevent further shut down of the battery, avoid
forcing the tool.
If releasing the trigger does not reset the battery and
tool, the battery pack is depleted. If depleted, the battery
pack will begin charging when placed on the lithium-ion
charger.
TO INSTALL BATTERY PACK
See Figure 2.
■Place battery pack in your stapler. Align raised rib on
battery pack with groove inside stapler.
■Make sure the latches on each side of the battery
pack snap in place and battery pack is secured in
stapler before beginning operation.
CAUTION
When placing battery pack in the stapler, be sure
raised rib on battery pack aligns with the bottom
of the stapler and latches into place properly.
Improper installation of the battery pack can
cause damage to internal components.
TO REMOVE BATTERY PACK
See Figure 2.
■Locate latches on side of battery pack and depress to
release battery pack from the stapler.
■Remove battery pack from the stapler.
WARNING
Battery tools are always in operating condition.
Therefore, the switch should always be locked
when not in use or carrying at your side.
LOADING THE TOOL WITH STAPLES
See Figure 3-4.
■Remove battery pack from the stapler.
■Hold stapler upside down; squeeze latch and slide
base open.
■Place staples in channel, legs facing upward and
close base.
■Make sure the latch is securely locked in place.
■Reattach battery pack to stapler.
SETTING DEPTH
See Figure 5.
The depth adjustment knob increases or decreases the
force with which a staple is driven into the workpiece.
■Rotate the depth adjustment knob clockwise to
increase the force.
■Rotate depth adjustment knob counterclockwise to
decrease the force.
■Test on a scrap piece of the same material you are
using to achieve the desired depth.
NOTE: Harder materials will require more force to drive
a staple.
STAPLING
See Figure 6.
■Hold handle firmly with magazine flat to workpiece,
forming a 90º angle.
■Press the activation foot of the stapler down against
the workpiece. The activation foot must be depressed
before the switch trigger is depressed.
NOTE: The stapler will drive another staple each time the
trigger is depressed as long as the activation foot is
depressed.
REMOVING A JAMMED STAPLE
■Remove battery pack from the stapler.
■Hold tool upside down; squeeze latch and slide base
open.
■Remove unused staples from magazine.
■Remove jammed staple with needle nose pliers.
NOTE: You must remove jammed staple before using
stapler any further. If you try to drive a staple while
the stapler is jammed, you could cause damage to the
mechanism.
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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.
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.
WARNING
Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline,
petroleumbased products, penetrating oils, etc.,
come in contact with plastic parts. Chemicals can
damage, weaken or destroy plastic which may
result in serious personal injury.
Do not abuse power tools. Abusive practices can damage
tool as well as workpiece.
WARNING
Do not attempt to modify this tool or create
accessories 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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TECHTRONIC INDUSTRIES (AUSTRALIA) PTY. LTD.
Level 1. 666 Doncaster Road,
Doncaster, Victoria 3108
Australia.
Tel: [phone] Fax No.: 613 9840 6133 www.ryobi.com.au
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