Ryobi 155VP - Manual (Page 15)

WARNING: If the battery pack has signs of
leakage, do not touch.
Do not open or
mutilate the battery. Released electrolyte is
corrosive and may cause damage to the eyes
or skin.
To avoid serious injury, take the unit
to an authorized service dealer for repair.
MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS
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BATTERY PACK REPLACEMENT
To preserve natural resources, please recycle
or dispose of properly. THIS PRODUCT
CONTAINS A SEALED LEAD-ACID BATTERY
AND MUST BE DISPOSED OF PROPERLY.
Local, state, or federal laws may prohibit
disposal of sealed lead-acid batteries in
ordinary trash. Consult your local waste
authority for information regarding available
recycling and/or disposal options.
Removing the Battery
1. Push the two latches on the side of the battery
housing door in and swing door down. Unhook the
door from the slot on the bottom of the battery
housing by lifting up and away. Set door aside
(Fig. 24).
Fig. 24
Fig. 25
Installing the Battery
1. Slide the battery into the battery housing until the
battery retaining latch locks the battery into place
(Fig 25).
2. Reinstall the door by hooking over the slot on the
bottom of the battery housing. Swing the battery
housing door closed until the two latches snap into
place.
For Best Performance
When reinstalling the battery:
• Check battery terminals for corrosion and clean if
necessary. Clean terminals using a dry scrubbing pad
and wipe clean with a dry cloth. Never use liquids to
clean terminals.
• Check battery casing for signs of damage and replace
if needed.
NOTE: If you clean or replace the battery, apply a small
amount of electrically conductive grease to the
terminals only. This grease is available at any
local electronics store.
Do not use automotive or bearing grease.
Recycle the Battery Pack
If you are removing the battery for replacement or for
storage, cover the battery pack’s terminals with heavy
duty electrical tape.
WARNING: Do not attempt to destroy or
disassemble battery or remove any of its
components. Sealed lead-acid batteries
must be recycled or disposed of properly.
Never touch both terminals with metal
objects and/or body parts as short circuit
may result. Keep away from children. Failure
to comply with these warnings could result in
fire and/or serious personal injury.
Latches
Hook
Battery
Retaining Latch
Door
Battery
Battery Housing
2. Push down on the battery retaining latch while
pulling battery out (Fig. 25).
NOTE: If the battery is removed you will notice grease
on the terminal contacts, this is normal.