Ryobi P400 - Manual (Page 15)

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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.
WARNING:
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side
shields during power tool operation or when blowing
dust. If operation is dusty, also wear a dust mask.
WARNING:
To avoid serious personal injury, always remove the
battery pack from the tool when cleaning or performing
any maintenance.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
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, 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.
BATTERIES
The battery pack for this tool is equipped with nickel-cadmium
rechargeable batteries. Length of service from each charging
will depend on the type of work you are doing.
The batteries in this tool have been designed to provide
maximum trouble-free life. However, like all batteries, they
will eventually wear out.
Do not disassemble battery pack
and attempt to replace the batteries. Handling of these
batteries, especially when wearing rings and jewelry, could
result in a serious burn.
To obtain the longest possible battery life, we suggest the
following:
n
Remove the battery pack from the charger once it is fully
charged and ready for use.
For battery storage longer than 30 days:
n
Store the battery pack where the temperature is below
80°F.
n Store battery packs in a “discharged” condition.
BATTERY PACK REMOVAL AND
PREPARATION FOR RECYCLING
To preserve natural resources, please
recycle or dispose of batteries properly.
This product contains nickel-cadmium
batteries. Local, state or federal laws may
prohibit disposal of nickel-cadmium bat-
teries in ordinary trash.
Consult your local waste authority for information regarding
available recycling and/or disposal options.
WARNING:
Upon removal, cover the battery pack’s termi-
nals with heavy-duty adhesive tape. Do not at-
tempt to destroy or disassemble battery pack or
remove any of its components. Nickel-cadmium
batteries must be recycled or disposed of properly. Also,
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 injury.
Only the parts listed in this manual are intended to be re-
paired or replaced by the customer. All other parts should
be replaced at a Ryobi Authorized Service Center.
CLEANING THE SCRUBBING PADS
To ensure longer life and optimum performance, periodi-
cally clean all sanding residue and foreign materials from the
scrubbing and polishing pads. This can be done simply by
rinsing the pad with warm water until all foreign material has
been washed away. After cleaning, gently squeeze the pad
to remove excess water and allow pad to dry. Always store
pads and sanding sheets flat in a cool dry location.
CLEANING THE SANDING SHEETS
The sanding sheets that came with the sander are made to
be re-used. Therefore, it is important that they be cleaned
periodically to remove sanding residue and foreign material
that can accumulate over time.
To clean sanding sheets, rub the sheets with a hard rubber
block. You can also use the clean rubber sole of a shoe.
WARNING:
Always remove the scrubbing pad or sanding sheet from
the sander before cleaning. Failure to do so could cause
serious personal injury.