Ryobi ERK24100VK Operation manual

CAUTION: Carefully read through this entire owner's manual before using your
rotary tool.
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
Your new rotary tool has been engineered and manufactured to Ryobi's high standard for
dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety. Properly cared for, it will give you
years of rugged, trouble free performance.
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OWNER’S OPERATING MANUAL
100W ROTARY TOOL WITH LCD DISPLAY
MODEL ERK24100VK
SPECIFICATIONS :
Input ............................ 100 watt
No Load Speed ........... 6000 - 32000 min-1
Collet Size ................... 1.6mm, 2.4mm, 3.2mm
Net Weight .................. 0.67 kg
Pay close attention to the Rules for Safe Operation, Warnings, and Cautions.
If you use your rotary tool properly and only for what it is intended, you will enjoy years of
safe, reliable service.
Thank You again for buying Ryobi tools.
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The purpose of safety rules is to attract your attention to
possible dangers. The safety symbols and the explanations
with them, require your careful attention and understanding.
The safety warnings do not by themselves eliminate any
danger. The instruction or warnings they give are not
substitutes for proper accident prevention measures.
1. KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL. Read owners manual
carefully. Learn its applications and limitations as well as
the specific potential hazards related to this tool.
2. GUARD AGAINST ELECTRICAL SHOCK BY
PREVENTING BODY CONTACT WITH GROUNDED
SURFACES. For example, pipes, radiators, ranges,
refrigerator enclosures.
3. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and
benches invite accidents.
4. AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Don't use power
tools in damp or wet locations or expose to rain. Keep
work area well lit.
5. KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS AWAY. Visitors should
wear safety glasses and be kept a safe distance from
work area. Do not let visitors contact tool or extension
cord.
6. STORE IDLE TOOLS. When not in use, tools should be
stored in a dry and high or locked-up place, out of reach
of children.
7. DON'T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better and safer
at the rate at which it was designed.
8. USE RIGHT TOOL. Don't force small tool or attachment
to do the job of a heavy duty tool. Don't use tool for
purpose not intended.
9. DRESS PROPERLY. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewellery. They can be caught in moving parts. Rubber
gloves and non-skid footwear are recommended when
working outdoors. Also wear protective hair covering to
contain long hair.
10.ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES. Everyday
eyeglasses have only impact resistant lenses, they are
not safety glasses.
11. PROTECT YOUR LUNGS. Wear a dust mask if operation
is dusty.
12.PROTECT YOUR HEARING. Wear hearing protection
during extended periods of operation.
13.DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance
at all times. Do not use tool on a ladder or unstable
support. Secure tools when working at elevated levels.
14.MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and
clean for better and safer performance. Follow
instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
15.REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form
a habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting
wrenches are removed from tool before turning it on.
16.NEVER USE IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE.
Normal sparking of the motor could ignite fumes.
17.KEEP HANDLES DRY, CLEAN AND FREE FROM OIL
AND GREASE. Always use a clean cloth when cleaning.
Never use brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum based
products, or any strong solvents to clean your tool.
18.STAY ALERT AND EXERCISE CONTROL. Watch what
you are doing and use common sense. Do not operate
tool when you are tired. Do not rush operation of tool.
19.CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the
tool, a guard or any other part that is damaged should
be carefully checked to determine that it will operate
properly and perform its intended function. Check for
alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts,
breakage of parts, mounting and any other conditions
that may affect its operation. A guard or any other part
that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced
by an authorised service centre.
20.DO NOT USE TOOL IF SWITCH DOES NOT TURN IT
ON AND OFF. Have defective switches replaced by
authorised service centre.
21.DO NOT OPERATE THIS TOOL WHILE UNDER THE
INFLUENCE OF DRUGS, ALCOHOL OR ANY
MEDICATION.
22.THE APPLIANCE IS NOT INTENDED FOR USE BY
YOUNG OR INFIRM PERSONS WITHOUT
SUPERVISION. YOUNG CHILDREN SHOULD BE
SUPERVISED TO ENSURE THAT THEY DO NOT PLAY
WITH THE APPLIANCE.
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
Due to continued product
refinement policy, product features
and specifications can and will
change without notice. Check
current features and specifications
with your retailer.
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL. Indicates caution
or warning. May be used in conjunction with
other symbols or pictures.
WARNING: Failure to obey a safety warning can
result in serious injury to yourself or to others.
Always follow the safety precautions to reduce
the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury.
WARNING: Do not attempt to operate this tool
until you have read thoroughly and understood
completely, safety rules, etc. contained in this
manual. Failure to comply can result in
accidents involving fire, electric shock or serious
personal injury. Save owners manual and
review frequently for continuing safe operation
and instructing others who may use this tool.
The operation of any 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.

FEATURES
1. Spindle Lock Pin
2. Plastic Front Cover
3. Collet Nut
4. Collet
5. Air Vents
6. On / Off Toggle Switch
7. LCD Display
8. Speed Control
9. Rear Vents
1
2
3
4
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7
8
9

ACCESSORIES LIST
1. Bristle Brush Radial
19 x 44.5mm 1pce
6. Flap Wheel
31.8 x 9.5mm Grit 80
1pce
2. Bristle Brush Axial
3 x 44.5mm 1pce
7. Felt Wheel
12.7 x 6.4mm 4pcs
12. HSS Twist Drill Bit
3.2mm 2pcs 13. HSS Twist Drill Bit 2.4mm 1pce 14. HSS Twist Drill Bit 1.6mm 1pce 15. Sanding Shank 12.7 x 12.7mm
1pce
16. Sanding Shank
6.4 x 12.7mm
1pce
17. Collet Chrome
Plated
3.2mm 2pcs
18. Collet Chrome
Plated
2.4mm 1pce
19. Collet Chrome
Plated
1.6mm 1pce
20. Mandrel for
Cut Off Wheel
1.6mm screw
2pcs
11. Cloth Wheel with
Metal Flange
25.4 x 3.2mm
(16 Layers) 1pce
8. Felt Wheel Pointed
9.5 x 19mm 1pce 9. Felt Wheel 25.4 x 6.4mm 1pce 10. Polish Compound 1pce
3.
Stainless Steel Brush
Axial
19 x 44.5mm 1pce
4. S.S Brush Radial
19 x 44.5mm 1pce 5. Brass Brush Axial 12.7 x 44.5mm 1pce
21. Mandrel for
Cloth Wheel
2.4mm screw
1pce
23. Dressing Stone
SI Carbide
25.4 x 9.5mm
Grit 60 1pce
24. Aluminum Oxide
Grinding Wheel
15.9 x 9.5mm
Grit 120 2pcs
25. Aluminum Oxide
Grinding Wheel
9.5 x 12.7mm
Grit 120 2pcs
26. Aluminum Oxide
Parabolic Wheel
9.5 x 19mm
Grit 120 2pcs
27. Aluminum Oxide
Grinding Wheel
19 x 3.2mm
Grit 220 6pcs
30. Silicon Carbide
Grinding Wheel
19 x 3.2mm
Grit 180 6pcs
28. Silicon Carbide
Grinding Wheel
19.8 x 4.8mm
Grit 120 2pcs
29. Silicon Carbide
Grinding Wheel
10.3 x 3.2mm
Grit 120 2pcs
22. Mandrel for
Felt Wheel
1pce

ACCESSORIES LIST
31. Sanding Band
6.4 x 12.7mm
Grit 80 4pcs
32. Sanding Band
12.7 x 12.7mm
Grit 80 6pcs
33. Rubber Emery
Wheel
22.2 x 4mm 1pce
34. Diamond Cutter
Cylindrical
3.2 x 9.5mm
2pcs
35. Diamond Cutter
Cylindrical
3.2mm 2pcs
36. Diamond Cutter
Sphericity
4.4mm 3pcs
41. Cut Off Wheel
Heavy Duty
23.8 x 0.8mm
30pcs
46. Diamond Wheel
Dia22.2mm 1pce
49. Multi-Purpose Kit
1 set 50. Jaw Chuck 1 pce 51. Flexible Shaft Wrench 1 pce
47. Wrench
9.5mm 1pce 48. Flexible Shaft M18X2 (Length-1.15m) 1pce
42. Cut Off Wheel
Regular
23.8 x 0.6mm
36pcs
43. Sand Disc
Grit 180
Dia19mm 28pcs
37. Diamond Cutter
Sphericity
2mm 2pcs
38. Diamond Cutter
Taper
3.2mm 2pcs
39. HSS Cutter
3.2 x 9.5mm
1pce
40. Cut Off Wheel
Fibre Grass
31.8 x 1.2mm
6pcs
44. Sand Disc
Grit 220
Dia19mm 20pcs
45. Sand Disc
Grit 240
Dia19mm 20pcs

SWITCH
1. To operate the tool, push switch trigger to “I” or “II”
positions.
To stop the tool, push switch trigger to “O” position.
2. While pushing switch trigger to “II” position, it is the
highest speed. The running speed cannot be controlled
by “+” or “-” buttons. (See Fig. 1)
OPERATING THE TOOL
Follow these guidelines when operating the tool.
1. Always allow the tool to operate as it was designed.
Never force the tool.
2. Clamp or otherwise secure the work to prevent it from
shifting.
INSTALLATION BITS
1. Unplug the tool.
2. Depress and hold the spindle lock pin on the top of the
tool to stop the rotation of the motor.
3. Turn the collet nut until the spindle lock pin engages the
hole in the shaft. (See Fig. 4)
3. While pushing switch trigger to “I” position, you can
control the desired speed by adjusting the number shown
in the LCD display when pushing “+” or “-” buttons.(The
number ranges between 6 and 32)
4. Accelerate the running speed by pushing “+” button.
Decelerate the running speed by pushing “-” button.
(See Fig. 2 & 3)
4. Insert the bit into the collet to prevent the bit from coming
out of the tool while in use.
5. Tighten the collet nut securely with wrench provided.
(See Fig. 5)
6. Release the spindle lock pin.
Fig. 2
Fig. 3
Fig. 1 Fig. 4
Fig. 5
TO LOOSE
TO TIGHTEN

MAINTENANCE
1. The tool must be switched off and unplugged before
making any maintenance of the accessories.
2. Clean out all accumulated work dust after operation. The
air-vent of the tool should be cleaned regularly to avoid
overheating of the motor which is caused by the block
of the air-vent.
AFTER OPERATION
1. Do not touch the moving part when the tool is just
switched off.
2. Do not put down your tool before the working head stops
rotating.
3. Hold the tool tightly and keep it a safe distance from
users.
Always point the bit away from your body. (See Fig. 6)
4. Ensure that ventilation openings are kept clear when
working in dust conditions. If it is necessary to clear dust
of inside parts, disconnect the tool from the power supply
first and avoid damaging internal parts.
5. Slow speed is best for polishing operations, delicate
woodcarving, or working on fragile model parts.
6. High speed is suitable for operation on hardwoods,
metals and glass, such as: carving, routing, shaping,
cutting and drilling.
WARNING: Always remove the electric cord
from the power source before changing
grinding wheel, brushes, lubricating or when
working on the unit to avoid possible serious
injury.
WARNING: This electric tool is in accordance
with the relevant safety requirements. To
assure safety and reliability, all repairs should
performed by an Authorised Service Centre.
3. DON’T clean the tool set with water, as no liquid is
allowed to drip into the tool body, clean the tool only
with a dry clean cloth.
4. Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil and grease.
5. DON’T allow petroleum based products to come into
contact with the plastic parts of the tool, as they contain
chemicals that can damage or destroy the plastic parts.
6. Always keep saw blade, chisel, grinding wheel sharp.
7. Inspect all mounting screws and ensure they are properly
tightened regularly.
8. If anything improper happens during operation, the power
supply should be cut off at once. And the tool should be
checked and repaired by authorized Ryobi service
centre.
9. When replacement is necessary, use original spare parts
from authorized Ryobi service centre.
10. Store the tool in a cool and well-ventilated area. Keep
the tool away from direct sunlight.
Fig. 6

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defects in material or workmanship for a period of 24
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Company’s behalf except as herein contained or herein
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This guarantee only applies provided that the Product
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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 for which it was not designed or is not
suited and no repairs, alterations or
modifications have been attempted by other than
anAuthorised ServiceAgent. This guarantee will not
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arise from normal wear and tear.
The Company accepts no additional liability pursuant
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or transportation of the Product or parts to and from
the servicedealeror agent-suchcosts arenot included
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