Ryobi RWTS18 User manual

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RWTS18

IMPORTANT!
It is essential that you read the instructions in this manual
before assembling, operating, and maintaining the product.
Subject to technical modications.
Safety, performance, and dependability have been given
top priority in the design of your telescopic power scrubber.
INTENDED USE
The telescopic power scrubber 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 cleaning exterior and interior
surfaces. It can be used with water.
The product is supplied with a 15 cm medium bristle nylon
brush, ideal for use on brick, concrete, glass, barbecue
grills, grouting, linoleum ooring, tiling, masonry, outdoor
furniture, plastic piping and guttering, cladding and wood;
and a 15 cm foam head ideal for automotive cleaning.
Use only solutions listed below. Do not use other chemicals.
They may damage internal components of the product and
void your warranty.
■RYOBI extreme foam(RPWD1)
Do not use the product in any way other than those stated
for intended use.
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.
Unmodified 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.
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 a 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 finger 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 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
misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage
of parts and any other condition that may affect the
power tool’s operation. If damaged, have the power
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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 fire 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 fire.
■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 fire.
■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 modified batteries may exhibit
unpredictable behaviour resulting in fire, explosion or
risk of injury.
■Do not expose a battery pack or tool to fire or
excessive temperature. Exposure to fire 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 specified
range may damage the battery and increase the risk of
fire.
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 should only be performed by the
manufacturer or authorised service providers.
SCRUBBER SAFETY WARNINGS
CAUTION! The product must not be used on a drinking
water supply without a backow preventer being installed
that corresponds to EN 12729 Type BA. Water owing
through a backow preventer is not considered drinkable.
Do not connect the product to the public drinking water
network.
■Always close the battery cover and lock it in place
before use. Do not expose the battery pack to rain or
wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase
the risk of electric shock.
■Inspect the hoses for damages and leaks before use.
Have damaged hoses repaired or replaced.
■Remove the battery pack from the product after use and
before carrying out user maintenance.
■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.
■The recommended ambient temperature range for the
charging system during charging is between 10°C and
38°C.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY WARNINGS
■The product can be used by persons with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of
experience and knowledge if they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning use of the product
in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. The
product shall not be left unattended while it is connected
to the battery pack.
■Children shall not play with the product. Cleaning and
user maintenance shall not be made by children without
supervision.
■The product will shut down if overloaded. Press the
on/off switch and wait 30 seconds before restarting.
■Do not direct the liquid from the product towards
equipment containing electrical components.
■Do not use the product if it has been dropped, if there are
visible signs of damage, or if it is leaking.
■Do not use non-rechargeable batteries.
■Rechargeable batteries are to be removed from the
product before being charged.
■Exhausted batteries are to be removed from the product
and safely disposed of.
■If the product is to be stored unused for a long period,
remove the battery.
■The supply terminals are not to be short-circuited
■Do not expose the product or battery to excessive
temperatures.
■Be aware of the risk of terminals of the product or battery
being short-circuited by metal objects.
■Do not use non-rechargeable batteries in place of
rechargeable batteries.
■Do not use modified or damaged batteries.
ADDITIONAL BATTERY SAFETY WARNINGS
■To reduce the risk of fire, personal injury, and product
damage due to a short circuit, never immerse your
tool, battery pack or charger in fluid or allow a fluid to
flow inside them. Corrosive or conductive fluids, such
as seawater, certain industrial chemicals, and bleach
or bleach-containing products, etc., can cause a short
circuit.
■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.
TRANSPORTING LITHIUM BATTERIES
Transport the battery in accordance with local and national
provisions and regulations.
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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
■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 from the power
supply will prevent accidental starting that could cause
serious injury.
■When servicing, use only original manufacturer’s
replacement parts, accessories and attachments. 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, carbon dust, etc.
■Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-
based products, penetrating oils, etc., come in contact
with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken or
destroy plastic which may result in serious personal
injury.
■For greater safety and reliability, all repairs should be
performed by an authorised service centre.
SYMBOLS ON THE PRODUCT
V Volts
Direct current
Regulatory Compliance Mark (RCM). Product
meets applicable regulatory requirements.
Please read the instructions carefully before
starting the product.
1MPa Megapascal
No water or soap
Water only
Soap and water
The product is not suitable for connection to
the drinking water supply without backow
preventers.
Do not dispose of waste batteries, waste
electrical and electronic equipment as unsorted
municipal waste. Waste batteries and waste
electrical and electronic equipment must be
collected separately. Waste batteries, waste
accumulators, and light sources have to be
removed from the equipment. Check with
your local authority or retailer for recycling
advice and collection point. According to local
regulations, retailers may have an obligation to
take back waste batteries and waste electrical
and electronic equipment free of charge. Your
contribution to the reuse and recycling of waste
batteries and waste electrical and electronic
equipment helps to reduce the demand of
raw materials. Waste batteries, in particular
containing lithium, and waste electrical and
electronic equipment contain valuable and
recyclable materials, which can adversely
impact the environment and the human
health if not disposed of in an environmentally
compatible manner. Delete personal data from
waste equipment, if any.
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Operator’s manual
Insulated rear handle
Battery cover
On/Off button
Mode selector
Spray nozzle
Pivot button
Medium bristle brush
Battery pack
Charger
Extension coupler
Insulated handle bar
Bolt
Wing nut
Detergent container
Water inlet
Battery port
Accessory connector
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Telescopic power scrubber
Model RWTS18
Voltage 18 V
No-load speed 210 RPM
Waterproof rating IPX7
Brush head diameter 15 cm
Maximum permitted pressure of the
water supply
1MPa (145 PSI)
Weight - excluding battery pack 3.4 kg
Measured sound values determined according to EN 62841:
A-weighted sound pressure level LpA = 63 dB(A)
Uncertainty K 3 dB(A)
A-weighted sound power level LWA = 71 dB(A)
Uncertainty K 3 dB(A)
Wear ear protectors.
The vibration total values (triaxial vector sum) determined
according to EN 62841:
Vibration emission value ah,P = 0.3 m/s2
Uncertainty K 1.5 m/s2
Replacement parts
15 cm Soft bristle nylon brush 315967001
15 cm Medium bristle nylon brush 315865001
15 cm Hard bristle nylon brush 315968001
15 cm Foam head 315865002
BATTERY
Compatible battery pack (not included)
RB18L13
RB18L15
RB18L15A
RB18L15B
RB18L20
RB18L20A
RB18L25
RB18L25A
RB18L40
RB18L40A
RB18L50
RB18L50A
RB18L60A
RB18L90A
RB1815C
RB1820C
RB1825C
RB1840C
RB1840X
RB1850C
RB1850X
RB1860X
WARNING! The declared vibration total values and the
declared noise emission values given in this instruction manual
have been measured in accordance with a standardised test
and may be used to compare one tool with another. They may
be used for a preliminary assessment of exposure.
The declared vibration and noise emission values represent
the main applications of the tool. However, if the tool is used
for different applications, used with different accessories,
or poorly maintained, the vibration and noise emission
may differ. These conditions may signicantly increase the
exposure levels over the total working period.
An estimation of the level of exposure to vibration and noise
should take into account the times when the tool is turned off
or when it is running idle. These conditions 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 and noise, such as maintaining
the tool and the accessories, keeping the hands warm (in case
of vibration), and organising work patterns.

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Imported by:
Techtronic Industries Australia Pty Ltd
31 Gilby Road, Mount Waverley, VIC 3149
Melbourne, Australia
Techtronic Industries N.Z. Limited
Unit C, 70 Business Parade South,
Highbrook, Auckland 2013, New Zealand
RYOBI is a trade mark of Ryobi Limited, and is used under license.