3 5 7 9 OPERATOR’S MANUAL CORDLESS DRILL-DRIVER MODEL NOS. HP721/HP961/HP1201 THANK YOU FOR BUYING A RYOBI CORDLESS DRILL-DRIVER. Your new cordless drill-driver has been engineered and manufactured to Ryobi’s high standard for dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety. Properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance. CAUTION: Carefully read through this entire operator's manual before using your new cordless drill-driver.
TABLE OF CONTENTS ■ Table Of Contents/Typical Applications. ................................................................................ 2 ■ Rules For Safe Operation ...................................................................................................3-5 A. Precautions On Using Your Cordless Tool ....................................................................... 4 B. Important Safety Instructions For Charger/Charging Assembly ....................................4-5 C.
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols, and the explanations with them, deserve your careful attention and understanding. The safety warnings do not by themselves eliminate any danger. The instructions or warnings they give are not substitutes for proper accident prevention measures. SYMBOL MEANING SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL: Indicates caution or warning. May be used in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs.
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION (Continued) ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ covering to contain long hair and keep it from being drawn into nearby air vents. ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES. Everyday eyeglasses have only impact-resistant lenses; they are NOT safety glasses. PROTECT YOUR LUNGS. Wear a face mask or dust mask if operation is dusty. PROTECT YOUR HEARING. Wear hearing protection during extended periods of operation. SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work.
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION (Continued) ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ may result in a risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons. To reduce risk of damage to electric plug and cord, pull by the plug rather than the cord when disconnecting charger/charging assembly. Make sure cord is located so that it will not be stepped on, tripped over, or otherwise subjected to damage or stress. An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely necessary.
SPECIFICATIONS: HP721 HP961 HP1201 Chuck 3/8 in. Keyless 3/8 in. Keyless 3/8 in. Keyless Motor DC Motor 7.2V DC Motor 9.6V DC Motor 12.
OPERATION LEVEL TORQUE ADJUSTMENT RING 9 5 See Figure 1. Before attempting to use any tool, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety requirements. 7 KNOW YOUR DRILL-DRIVER BIT STORAGE AREA 3 WARNING: 1 Do not allow familiarity with tools to make you careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict severe injury. CHARGING YOUR DRILL-DRIVER The battery pack for this tool has been shipped in a low charge condition to prevent possible problems.
OPERATION REVERSE WARNING: DIRECTION OF ROTATION SELECTOR 5 7 If any parts are missing, do not operate tool until the missing parts are replaced. Failure to do so could result in possible serious personal injury. See Figure 4. Your drill starts and stops by depressing and releasing the switch trigger. Model No. HP721 has a two-speed feature in the switch. Depress the switch trigger halfway for driving screws at low speed. Depress the switch trigger all the way for normal drilling.
OPERATION REVERSIBLE RELEASE (UNLOCK) See Figure 4. This tool is reversible. The direction of rotation is controlled by a selector located above the switch trigger. With the drill held in normal operating position, the direction of rotation selector should be positioned to the left of the switch for drilling. The drilling direction is reversed when the selector is to the right of the switch. When the selector is in center position, the switch trigger is locked.
OPERATION REMOVING BITS 3 5 7 TO DECREASE TORQUE 1 See Figure 7. ■ Place the direction of rotation selector in center position. This will turn off the power to your drill. ■ Loosen the chuck jaws from drill bit. ■ To loosen: grasp and hold the collar of the chuck with one hand, while rotating chuck body with your other hand. Note: Rotate chuck body in the direction of the arrow marked RELEASE to loosen chuck jaws. DO NOT use a wrench to tighten or loosen the chuck jaws.
OPERATION WARNING: Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operating tool. Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into your eyes, resulting in possible serious injury. DRILLING 21 23 WARNING: 19 See Figure 12. When drilling hard, smooth surfaces, use a center punch to mark the desired hole location. This will prevent the drill bit from slipping off center as the hole is started.
OPERATION CHUCK REMOVAL MALLET 9 KEYLESS CHUCK CHUCK JAWS 1 3 5 7 See Figures 13, 14, and 15. The chuck must be removed in order to use some accessories. To remove: ■ Lock the switch trigger by placing the direction of rotation selector in center position. ■ Insert a 5/16 inch or larger hex key wrench into the chuck of your drill and tighten the chuck jaws securely. ■ Tap the hex key wrench sharply with a mallet in a clockwise direction. See Figure 13.
MAINTENANCE DO NOT ABUSE POWER TOOLS. Abusive practices can damage the tool, as well as the work piece. WARNING: When servicing use only identical Ryobi replacement parts. 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 damage from various types of commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use a clean cloth to remove dirt, oil, grease, etc.
OPERATOR'S MANUAL CORDLESS DRILL-DRIVER MODEL NOS. HP721/HP961/HP1201 • SERVICE Now that you have purchased your tool, should a need ever exist for repair parts or service, simply contact your nearest Ryobi Authorized Service Center. Be sure to provide all pertinent facts when you call or visit. Please refer to the Service Center insert or call 1-800525-2579 in the United States or 1-800-265-6778 in Canada for your nearest Ryobi Authorized Service Center. You can also check our web site at www.ryobi.
