RB18L15/RB18L40

18V LITHIUM-ION BATTERY PACK

ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS

RB18L15

RB18L40
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1. Latches
2. Charge level indicator
3. Charge level indicator button

RB18L15 RB18L40

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Important!

It is essential that you read the instructions in this manual before

operating this machine.

Subject to technical modifications.

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Save all warnings and instructions for future OPERATION

reference. Use the battery pack for Ryobi One+ 18V cordless
The term "power tool" in the warnings refers to your products only.
mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery operated
(cordless) power tool. BATTERY PROTECTION FEATURES
Ryobi One+ 18V lithium-ion battery packs are designed
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS with features that monitor and protect the lithium-ion cells
The product is not intended for use by persons (including (active, standby, shut off and sleep modes ) and maximize
children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental battery life.
capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless  The tool may stop during use to prevent overheating or
they have been given supervision or instruction concerning overloading of the battery (active mode). In this case,
use of the product by a person responsible for their safety. release the trigger to reset and resume operation.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not  If this does not reactivate the tool, the battery is
play with the product. completely discharged (stand-by or sleep mode) and
Please read and observe these instructions before using needs to be charged in a compatible charger.
the product.  The battery can be recharged in stand-by or sleep
 When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from mode. It is not necessary to completely discharge the
other metal objects such as paper clips, coins, keys, battery pack before recharging.
nails, screws or other small metal objects that can NOTE: A completely discharged battery (sleep mode)
make a connection from one terminal to another. needs reactivation before the charging process begins. To
Shorting the battery terminals together may cause reactivate a battery in sleep mode, place the battery in the
sparks, burns or fire. charger and wait for 90 seconds. If the charging process
 Do not place battery tools or their batteries near fire does not begin, please remove the battery and wait for 30
or heat. This will reduce the risk of explosion and seconds. Then start a second attempt to re-activate the
possible injury. battery by placing it in the charger. If the charging process
 Do not crush, drop or damage battery pack. Do not use does not begin after 3 attempts, the battery may be faulty.
a battery pack or charger that has been dropped or In this case, have the battery serviced by a qualified repair
received a sharp blow. A damaged battery is subject to person using only identical replacement parts.
explosion. Properly dispose of a dropped or damaged NOTE: The LED charge indicator light will not work if the
battery immediately. battery protection feature has caused the battery pack to
 Batteries can explode in the presence of a source stop powering the tool (sleep mode). When the charger
of ignition, such as a pilot light. To reduce the risk resets the battery pack, the LED will again function.
of serious personal injury, never use any cordless  The One+ 18V lithium-ion battery packs are equipped
product in the presence of open flame. An exploded with an additional SHUT-OFF mode, minimizing self-
battery can propel debris and chemicals. If exposed, discharge of the battery while the battery is not in use.
flush with water immediately. It will be reactivated automatically when used with a
 Do not charge battery tool in a damp or wet location. tool or by pressing the LED gauge.
Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock. NOTE: In SHUT-OFF mode, the battery will show low
 For best results, charge the battery tool in a location voltage when tested with a volt-meter. Use the battery
where the temperature is more than 10°C but less than in a tool or press the LED gauge for read-out of the
37°C. To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, do actual voltage.
not store outside or in vehicles.
COLD WEATHER OPERATION
 Under extreme usage or temperature conditions,
battery leakage may occur. If liquid comes in contact The lithium-ion battery pack can be used in temperatures
with the skin, wash immediately with soap and water, down to -10°C. Put the battery pack on a tool and use the
then neutralize with lemon juice or vinegar. If liquid tool in light duty application. After a while, the battery pack
gets into the eyes, flush them with clean water for will warm up and begin operating normally.
at least 10 minutes, then seek immediate medical
attention. Following this rule will reduce the risk of CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK
serious personal injury. Battery packs are shipped in a low charge condition to
prevent possible problems. Therefore, they should be
charged prior to first use.
NOTE: If the charger does not charge the battery pack

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under normal circumstances, return both the battery pack attempting to recharge. When a hot battery pack is placed
and charger to the nearest Ryobi authorised service on the charger, the charger may indicate the battery pack
centre for electrical check. is not ready to charge. When the battery pack cools, the
charger will automatically begin charging.
Compatible charger
Battery pack CHARGING A COOL BATTERY PACK
(not included)
If the battery is below normal temperature range, the red
BCL-1418 LED will begin flashing and the green LED will be off.
BCL14181H When the battery warms to a temperature of more than
RB18L15 BCL14183H 0°C, the charger will automatically begin charge mode.
RB18L40 BCL1418IV*
CHARGE STATUS
RB18LL40 BCS-618
See Fig. 1.
BCL1800
To display the amount of charge left in the battery, press
BCS618G
the Charge level indicator button.
* for vehicles' 12V DC outlets
Charge level indicator Amount of charge left
WARNING
Only charge in compatible 18V chargers. Use of 0-10%
other chargers may result in fire, damager or serious
personal injury.

 Press down on the battery pack to ensure contacts on 10-25%

the battery pack engage properly with the contacts in
the charger.
 Connect the charger to the power supply. Make sure it
is the required power supply. 25-50%
 Make sure the latches on each side of the battery pack
snap into place and the battery pack is secured in the
charger before beginning operation.
50-75%
 Place the battery pack in the charger aligning raised
rib on the battery pack with the groove in the charger.
 The battery pack will become slightly warm to the
touch while charging. This is normal and does not 75-100%
indicate a problem.
NOTE: Do not place the charger and battery pack in an
area of extreme heat or cold. They will work best at normal
room temperature. MAINTENANCE
 Place charger on hard surface not soft (carpet, etc.), The batteries have been designed to provide maximum
when charging batteries. trouble-free life. However, like all batteries, they will
eventually wear out. DO NOT disassemble battery pack
 When batteries become fully charged, unplug the and attempt to replace the batteries. Handling of these
charger from power supply and remove the battery batteries, especially when wearing rings and jewellery,
pack. could result in serious burns.
 To remove battery pack from the charger, depress the To obtain the longest possible battery life, remove the
latches on each side of the battery pack. battery pack from the charger once it is fully charged and
 After normal usage, a minimum of 1 hour charging ready for use.
time is required to fully recharge the battery pack.
STORAGE
CHARGING A HOT BATTERY PACK For battery storage longer than 30 days:
When using a tool continuously, the battery pack will  Store the battery pack where the temperature is below
become hot. A hot battery pack should be let to cool before 27°C.

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 Store battery packs in a "charged" condition (minimum

of 30%-50% charged).
 To charge the battery pack after a six months storage
period, it is recommended to discharge the battery
about 10%-20% (by running it in a tool) and charge
afterwards to maximize the battery lifetime.

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

Recycle raw materials instead of disposing as

waste. Please recycle where facilities exist.
Check with your local authority or retailer for
recycling advice.

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
components. 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.

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