Ryobi P260 - Manual (Page 8)

8 — English
OPERATION
INSTALLING AND REMOVING SOCKETS
See Figure 4, page 9.
Use only sockets designed for impact wrenches. Always se-
lect the correct size impact socket for nuts and bolts. Using
the wrong size socket may damage the nut or bolt and cause
the fastening torque to be inaccurate or inconsistent.

Remove the battery pack.
 Push the socket onto the anvil until the detent pin locks
it into place.
 To remove the socket, pull it away from the anvil.
OPERATING THE IMPACT WRENCH
See Figure 5, page 9.
Proper fastening torque may be determined by the kind of
bolt, the size of the bolt or the material or the workpiece. It
is helpful to perform a test operation to determine the proper
fastening time for the nut or bolt you are using. While per-
forming the test, make note of the speed selection.
 Hold the tool pointed straight at the nut or bolt.
 Depress the switch and fasten for the proper fastening
time.
 After fastening, always check the torque with a torque
wrench.
NOTE: Do not use this tool to install lug nuts on wheels
without a torque limiting device. Doing so could result in
galled or broken lugs.
IMPACT TIME
Many variables exist that will cause the available torque of
the fastener to vary considerably. The optimum impact time
is approximately 6 seconds.
NOTE: Using a universal joint or extension bar may reduce
the fastening force of the impact wrench and require longer
fastening time.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING:
When servicing, use only identical replacement parts.
Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause
product damage.
WARNING:
Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to
comply with ANSI Z87.1. Failure to do so could result in
objects being thrown into your eyes resulting in possible
serious injury.
WARNING:
To avoid serious personal injury, always remove the
battery pack from the product 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.
BATTERY PACK REMOVAL AND PREPARATION
FOR RECYCLING
WARNING:
Upon removal, cover the battery pack’s terminals with
heavy-duty adhesive tape. Do not attempt to destroy or
disassemble battery pack or remove any of its compo-
nents. Lithium-ion and 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.
NOTE: FIGURES (ILLUSTRATIONS) START ON PAGE 9
AFTER FRENCH AND SPANISH LANGUAGE SECTIONS.