Ryobi R18HR User manual

ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS
18V ONE+ Hybrid
Radio
R18HR

Important!
It is essential that you read the instructions in this manual before assembling,
operating and maintaining the product.
Subject to technical modification.

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Safety, performance, and dependability have been given
top priority in the design of your radio.
INTENDED USE
The product is intended for:
Ŷlistening to FM/AM radio, MP3 players, and other audio
devices
Ŷcharging USB capable devices
Ŷstreaming audio from BLUETOOTH®enabled devices
Do not use the product in any way other than those stated
for intended use.
GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING
Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure
to follow the warnings and instructions may result in
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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.
ŶDo not use the product near water.
ŶClean only with dry cloth. Never use brake fluids,
gasoline, petroleum-based products, or any strong
solvents to clean the product. Following the rule will
reduce the risk of loss of control and deterioration of the
enclosure plastic.
ŶDo not block any ventilation openings. Install in
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
ŶDo not place the product in closed bookcases or racks
without proper ventilation. Allow a minimum distance of
5 cm from any foreign object.
ŶDo not place product near any heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
ŶOnly use attachments and accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
ŶRefer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Servicing is required when the product has been
damaged in any way, liquid has been spilled or objects
have fallen into the product, the product has been
exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally,
or has been dropped.
ŶWhen servicing the product, use only manufacturer’s
replacement parts, accessories and attachments.
Follow instructions in the Maintenance section of the
manual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow
Maintenance instructions may create a risk of shock or
injury.
ŶKnow your product. Read operator’s manual carefully.
Learn its applications and limitations, as well as the
specific potential hazards related to the product.
Following the rule will reduce the risk of electric shock,
fire, or serious injury.
ŶDo not operate the product in explosive atmospheres,
such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases,
or dust. The product may create sparks that may ignite
the dust or fumes.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
ŶA battery operated product with integral batteries or a
separate battery pack must be recharged only with the
specified 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.
ŶUse battery operated product only with specifically
designated battery pack. Use of any other batteries
may create a risk of fire.
ŶUse 18 V lithium-ion battery packs.
WARNING
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type.
PERSONAL SAFETY
ŶDo not use the product to listen to music or other audio
programs while operating machinery. Doing so may
cause distractions that could result in serious personal
injury.
ŶThe product is capable of producing sound levels that
can be dangerous to long-term hearing. Listening to
music at high volume for any period of time may cause
noise-induced hearing loss. The higher the volume, the
less time required before your hearing may be affected.
PRODUCT USE AND CARE
ŶWhen 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.
ŶKeep the product dry, clean and free from oil and
grease. Always use a clean cloth when cleaning.
ŶBattery products do not have to be plugged into an
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condition. Be aware of possible hazards when not using
your battery product or when changing accessories.
Following the rule will reduce the risk of electric shock,
fire, or serious personal injury.
ŶDo not place battery products or their batteries near
fire or heat. This will reduce the risk of explosion and
possibly injury.
ŶDo 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.
ŶBatteries 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.
ŶDo not charge battery product in a damp or wet location.
Following the rule will reduce the risk of electric shock.
ŶFor best results, your battery product should be charged
in a location where the temperature is more than 10°C
but less than 38°C. To reduce the risk of serious
personal injury, do not store outside or in vehicles.
ŶRisk of uncontrolled situations when used in ambient
temperatures below 0°C or above 40 °C.
ŶUnder extreme usage or temperature conditions,
battery leakage may occur. If liquid comes in contact
with your skin, wash immediately with soap and water.
If liquid gets into your eyes, flush them with clean water
for at least 10 minutes, then seek immediate medical
attention. Following the rule will reduce the risk of
serious personal injury.
ŶTo reduce the risk of personal injury and electric shock,
the product should not be played with or placed where
small children can reach it.
ŶSave these instructions. Refer to them frequently and
use them to instruct others who may use this product.
If you loan someone this product, loan them these
instructions also.
ŶDo not dispose of used battery packs in the household
refuse or by burning them. Take them to an appropriate
disposal/collection site.
ŶThe apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or
splashing and that no objects filled with liquids, such as
vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.
ŶBatteries (battery packs or batteries installed) shall not
be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire
and the like.
ŶThe appliance employs an appliance coupler as the
disconnect device from mains supply. The disconnect
device shall remain readily operable.
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.
ASSEMBLY
WARNING
Do not use the product if it is not completely assembled
or if any parts appear to be missing or damaged. Use of
a product that is not properly and completely assembled
or with damaged or missing parts could result in serious
personal injury.
WARNING
Do not attempt to modify the product or create
accessories or attachments not recommended for use
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misuse and could result in a hazardous condition leading
to possible serious personal injury.
OPERATION
WARNING
Do not allow familiarity with the product to make you
careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second
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WARNING
Always remove the battery pack from the product when
you are assembling parts, cleaning, or when not in use.
Removing these energy sources will prevent accidental
starting that could cause serious personal injury.
WARNING
The product is not waterproof. Do not submerge in
liquid. Failure to heed this warning could result in serious
personal injury.
CAUTION
Always refer to the manual for any device recommended
for use as an attachment or accessory. Proper use of
any device, when attached to the product, is the sole
responsibility of the operator. Improper use may damage
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WARNING
The product is capable of producing sound levels that
can be dangerous to long-term hearing. Listening to
music at high volume for any period of time can cause
noise-induced hearing loss. The higher the volume, the
less time required before your hearing could be affected.
INSTALLING/REMOVING AAA BATTERIES
See figure 1.
It is advisable to write down saved channels before
replacing the AAA batteries.
There is a 15-second time frame for replacing the AAA
batteries. If the batteries are not replaced within 15
seconds, the product will lose all settings previously stored
in memory, and they will require reprogramming.
Always use new alkaline batteries for replacement.
1. Remove the battery pack, if installed.
2. Loosen the screw in the battery cover. Remove the
cover and set aside.
3. Install two new AAA batteries according to polarity
indicators inside the battery compartment.
NOTE: Do not mix old and new batteries. Do not mix
alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc), or rechargeable
(nickel-cadmium) batteries.
4. Replace the battery cover and tighten screw to secure.
INSTALLING/REMOVING BATTERY PACK
See figure 2.
To install the battery pack:
1. Place the battery pack in the product, aligning the rib
on the battery pack with the groove in the battery port.
2. Make sure the latches on the battery pack snap into
place and the battery pack is secured to the product
before beginning operation.
3. Depress the latches to remove the battery pack.
NOTE: Always remove the battery pack from radio when
not in use. Leaving the battery pack connected for long
periods of time may drain the battery pack.
INSTALLING/REMOVING POWER CORD
See figure 2.
1. Push the on/off button to switch off the product.
2. Depress the latches on both sides to release the battery
pack from the product.
3. Insert the female end of the power cord into the product
as shown.
4. Connect the male end of the power cord to the power
source.
5. Make sure the power cord is secured before beginning
operation.
LCD DISPLAY
See figure 3.
When a battery pack is installed and the product is in the
ON position, the LCD display will show the time, frequency,
mode, and settings. When the battery pack is removed and
AAA batteries are installed, the LCD display will display the
time only.
NOTE: The illustrations of the LCD display shown in the
manual are only examples of the frequencies you may see
on your radio and are not the exact frequencies that you
may choose to listen to.
MENU NAVIGATION BUTTONS
Use the menu navigation buttons to turn the product on
and off, control the volume, change frequencies, toggle
between modes and set the time.
SWITCHING THE PRODUCT ON AND OFF
See figure 3.
Press to switch the product on and off.
NOTE: You may need to keep the button pressed for up
to 3 seconds before the product will start. If this happens,
replace the AAA batteries.
NOTE: When the product is on and a battery pack is
installed, will be shown in the LCD display. If the battery
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To help preserve battery power, the product will
automatically enter sleep mode approximately 1 hour after
it is turned off. To exit sleep mode and restart the product,
you must press on the product.
MODE SELECTION
See figure 3.
ŶPress to cycle through available modes.
There are four modes to choose from:
ŶFM mode
ŶAM mode
ŶAUX mode
ŶBLUETOOTH®mode
ADJUSTING THE VOLUME
See figure 3.
When the product is switched on, the product will return to
the last volume setting used.
NOTE: If the AAA batteries are removed from the product
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settings.
ŶTo increase the volume, press .
ŶTo decrease the volume, press .
NOTE: To change volume quickly, hold or .
CAUTION
Do not use the product at maximum volume for an
extended period of time with the bass and treble at
maximum levels. It could cause damage to the speakers
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FM/AM TUNING
See figure 3.
Use and to tune to the desired radio frequency. The
selected frequency is displayed on the LCD display.
To tune frequency manually:
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one frequency step at a time.
1. Press and release to tune to a lower frequency.
2. Press and release to tune to a higher frequency.
To tune frequency automatically:
1. Press and hold or for one second to tune
frequency automatically.
2. Press or to stop scanning and select a frequency.
To decrease interference or electrical noise, adjust the
position of the antenna or move the product to a higher
elevation.
STORING A PRESET IN MEMORY
See figure 3.
The memory feature saves up to 20 frequencies as
presets in the product’s memory. You can save up to 10
frequencies each for FM and AM modes.
To store a frequency in memory:
1. Tune to the desired FM or AM frequency.
2. Press and hold until “MEMORY” and the
preset position number flash on the screen.
3. Press and to choose a preset position number.
NOTE: There are 10 preset positions for FM and 10
for AM. Only one station can be saved in each preset
position.
4. Press again to store the frequency.
To tune to presets (FM or AM mode):
ŶPress and release to cycle through each
preset position number and its associated frequency.
EQUALIZER FUNCTION
To adjust the bass and/or treble settings:
1. Press and hold until “b” (BASS) is displayed.
Press again and “t” (TREBLE) is displayed.
2. Press or until the desired bass or treble level
(–5 to 5) is achieved . Press to store your
selection.
SETTING THE CLOCK
See figure 3.
Press to view the frequency in the digital display
for 10 seconds. The display will return to the current time
after 10 seconds.
NOTE: In all modes, the time is the default display.
To set the clock:
1. Press and hold until the hour time blinks.
2. Press or to select the hour.
3. Press and release to lock in the hour setting.
Minute time blinks.
4. Press or to select the desired minute.
5. Press and release again to confirm the time.
The clock is now set.
NOTE: If AAA batteries are removed or lose charge for
more than 15 seconds, clock settings will be lost. Settings
are not affected by the removal of the 18 V battery.
AUXILIARY MODE
See figure 3, 4.
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CD players, smartphones, tablets, and other music devices.
To use the auxiliary mode:
1. Press until AUX mode is highlighted.
2. Connect auxiliary cable (not included) to the device.
3. Connect the other end of the auxiliary cable to the
auxiliary input port.
NOTE:
–The external device must be on and in play mode
for sound to be heard through the speakers.
–All external device controls can be used normally
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auxiliary cable can be adjusted using the volume
control for that device or by using or of the
product.
–Switching the product off will not switch the external
device off.
–The auxiliary cable does not provide charging
function.
4. For complete operating instructions for the connected
device, always refer to the manual that was included
with your device.
The device tray may be used to store your external device.
NOTE: The device tray cannot secure external devices.
NOTE: The AUX OUT port is for connecting external
speakers only. Do not plug headphones into the auxiliary
output port. The volume for this port is set to maximum
level and cannot be lowered with pressing . Volume
can be adjusted from the external speaker only. When the
volume is set to 0 from the radio, the external speaker will
be mute.
USING THE USB DEDICATED CHARGING PORT
See figure 5.
The USB dedicated charging port provides charging power
of up to 2 Amps for your cell phone, MP3 player, tablet, or
other USB devices.
CAUTION
Attempting to charge devices rated more than 2 Amps
could damage the USB dedicated charging port and/or
the device.
1. Connect one end of a USB cable (not provided) to your
USB device.
2. Connect the other end of the USB cable (not provided)
to the USB dedicated charging port to begin charging
the device.
NOTE: The USB dedicated charging port provides
power only; it does not provide any data communication
capabilities.
When the product is operating on battery power, the
USB dedicated charging port will continue to function for
approximately 1 hour after switching the product off. If the
product remains inactive after this time, charging will stop.
Turn the product on to resume operation.
USING A BLUETOOTH®ENABLED DEVICE (NOT
INCLUDED) WITH THE PRODUCT
See figure 6.
1. Press until the BLUETOOTH®mode is
highlighted.
NOTE:
–When the product is switched to BLUETOOTH®
mode, the product will attempt to pair to a
BLUETOOTH®enabled device and will flash in
the LCD display.
–The product will automatically attempt to connect
to the last device it was paired to. If a connection
cannot be established within five seconds,
the product will make itself available to other
BLUETOOTH®enabled devices.
–BLUETOOTH®enabled devices must be within 10m
(30 ft) of the product and set to search/scan in order
to pair with the product.
2. Select “Ryobi Stereo” from your device’s list of available
BLUETOOTH®signals to pair the device and the
product. No password or PIN is required for connection.
NOTE:
–When the device has successfully paired with the
radio, will stop flashing.
–When a device is paired to the product, information
for connecting to the device is saved in the radio’s
memory.
3. Press and to go to the previous or next track
when streaming audio from a BLUETOOTH®enabled
device.
4. Press and release to cycle between pausing
and playing the audio.
NOTE:
–These controls may not be supported by the
BLUETOOTH®device and application.
–All BLUETOOTH®enabled device controls can be
used normally while paired to the product.
–Volume for any device paired to the product can be
adjusted using the volume control for that device or
by pressing or on the product.
5. Press and hold to disconnect all
BLUETOOTH®enabled device.
NOTE: When the device is disconnected, will begin
flashing in the LCD display and the product will begin
searching for another device.
FOLD-DOWN FLEXIBLE ANTENNA
See figure 7.
To decrease interference or electrical noise, extend the
antenna or move the product to a higher elevation. The
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MAINTENANCE
WARNING
Always remove the battery pack from the product
and disconnect from the power supply when you
are assembling parts, cleaning, or when not in use.
Removing battery pack or unplugging extension cord
will prevent accidental starting that could cause serious
personal injury.
ŶAvoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most
plastics are susceptible to damage from various types
of commercial solvents and can be damaged by their
use. Use dry cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc.
WARNING
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based products, penetrating oils, etc., come in contact
with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken or
destroy plastic which could result in serious personal
injury.
When servicing, use only original manufacturer’s
replacement parts. Use of any other part could create a
hazard or cause product damage.
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
Regulatory Compliance Mark (RCM).
Product meets applicable regulatory
requirements.
Please read the instructions carefully
before starting the product.
Class II equipment
Risk of electric shock
Do not expose to rain or use in damp
locations.
To reduce the risk of electrocution or
electric shock, keep away from water
and do not use with damaged power
cord.
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
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.
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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1. AAA batteries
2. Fold-down antenna
3. Touchpad controls
4. Carrying handle
5. Device tray
6. AC power plug
7. Battery port
8. Battery cover
9. Speakers
10. Auxiliary output port
11. Backlit LCD display
12. USB dedicated charging port
13. Auxiliary input port
14. Battery compartment
15. Screw
16. Battery pack
17. Latches
18. Extension cord
19. Clock settings button
20. Mode selection display
21. Battery pack indicator
22. On / Off button
23. Preset station button
24. Volume buttons
25. Frequency scan buttons
26. Mode selection button
27. Bass display
28. Treble display
29. External device (not included)
30. USB cable (not included)
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BATTERY AND CHARGER
Model Compatible battery
pack (not included)
Compatible charger
(not included)
Lithium-Ion RB18L13
RB18L15
RB18L25
RB18L26
RB18L40
RB18L50
BCS618G
BCL14181H
BCL14183H
BCL1418IV*
*for vehicles with 12V DC outlets
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
18V ONE+ Hybrid Radio
Model R18HR
Voltage 18 V
220 - 240V 50Hz
Rated power 40 W
AM tuner 522 - 1620 kHz
FM tuner 87.5 - 108.00 MHz
Bluetooth pairing distance 10 m
USB charging
Output 5 V
Maximum output current 2A
BLUETOOTH®LICENSE STATEMENT
The BLUETOOTH®word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. Other trademarks and
trade names are those of their respective owners.
Techtronic Industries (Australia) Pty. Ltd.
31 Gilby Road,
Mount Waverley VIC 3149,
Australia
Techtronic Industries New Zealand Ltd.
2 Landing Drive, Mangere,
Auckland, New Zealand 2022
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