OPERATOR'S MANUAL
CORDLESS DRILL-DRIVER
MODEL NOS. SA60 / SA720
MODEL SA60
MODEL SA720
2 0
2 0
This new drill has been engineered and manufactured to our Ryobi’s high standard for dependability, ease of operation,
and operator safety. When properly cared for, the drill will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator’s manual before using this product.
Thank you for buying a Ryobi product.
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
■ Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning
the tool on. A wrench or a key that is left attached to a
rotating part of the tool may result in personal injury.
WARNING:
Read and understand all instructions. Failure to
follow all instructions listed below, may result in elec-
tric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.
■ Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance
at all times. Proper footing and balance enable better
control of the tool in unexpected situations.
■ Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection.
Dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing
protection must be used for appropriate conditions.
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WORK AREA
■ Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered
TOOL USE AND CARE
benches and dark areas invite accidents.
■ Use clamps or other practical way to secure and sup-
port the workpiece to a stable platform. Holding the
work by hand or against your body is unstable and may
lead to loss of control.
■ Do not force tool. Use the correct tool for your appli-
cation. The correct tool will do the job better and safer at
the rate for which it is designed.
■ Do not use tool if switch does not turn it on or off. A
tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is danger-
ous and must be repaired.
■ Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres,
such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases,
or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the
dust or fumes.
■ Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while
operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to
lose control.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
■ A battery operated tool with integral batteries or a
separate battery pack must be recharged only with
the specified charger for the battery. A charger that
may be suitable for one type of battery may create a risk
of fire when used with another battery.
■ Disconnect battery pack from tool or place the switch
in the locked or off position before making any ad-
justments, changing accessories, or storing the tool.
Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of start-
ing the tool accidentally.
■ Use battery operated tool only with specifically
designated battery pack. Use of any other batteries may
create a risk of fire.
■ Store idle tools out of reach of children and other
untrained persons. Tools are dangerous in the hands of
untrained users.
■ Use battery only with charger listed.
■ When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from
other metal objects like:paper clips, coins, keys, nails,
screws, or other small metal objects that can make a
connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the
battery terminals together may cause sparks, burns, or a
fire.
■ Maintain tools with care. Keep cutting tools sharp
and clean. Properly maintained tools with sharp cutting
edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
MODEL
SA60
BATTERY PACK
N/A
CHARGER
7224301
SA720
1311145
7222701
■ Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord to carry
the charger. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp
edges, or moving parts. Replace damaged cords im-
mediately. Damaged cords may create a fire.
PERSONAL SAFETY
■ Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts,
breakage of parts, and any other condition that may
affect the tool's operation. If damaged, have the tool
serviced before using. Many accidents are caused by
poorly maintained tools.
■ Use only accessories that are recommended by the
manufacturer for your model. Accessories that may be
suitable for one tool may create a risk of injury when used
on another tool.
■ Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use com-
mon sense when operating a power tool. Do not use
tool while tired or under the influence of drugs, alco-
hol, or medication. A moment of inattention while oper-
ating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
■ Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jew-
elry. Contain long hair. Keep your hair, clothing, and
gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jew-
elry, or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
■ Keep the tool and its handle dry, clean and free from
oil and grease. Always use a clean cloth when cleaning.
Never use brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based prod-
ucts, or any strong solvents to clean your tool. Following
this rule will reduce the risk of loss of control and deterio-
ration of the enclosure plastic.
■ Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch is in the
locked or off position before inserting battery pack.
Carrying tools with your finger on the switch or inserting
the battery pack into a tool with the switch on invites acci-
dents.
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
■ When servicing a tool, use only identical replace-
SERVICE
ment parts. Follow instructions in the Maintenance
section of this manual. Use of unauthorized parts or
failure to follow Maintenance Instructions may create a
risk of shock or injury.
■ Tool service must be performed only by qualified
repair personnel. Service or maintenance performed
by unqualified personnel may result in a risk of injury.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
■ Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation where the cutting tool may contact
hidden wiring. Contact with a "live" wire will also make exposed metal parts of the tool "live" and shock the operator.
■ WARNING: Batteries vent hydrogen gas and can ex-
plode in the presence of a source of ignition, such as a
pilot light. To reduce the risk of serious personal injury,
never use any cordless product in the presence of open
flame. An exploded battery can propel debris and chemi-
cals. If exposed, flush with water immediately.
ADDITIONAL RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
■ Know your power tool. Read operator's manual care-
fully. Learn its applications and limitations, as well as
the specific potential hazards related to this tool.
Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock,
fire, or serious injury.
■ Do not charge battery tool in a damp or wet location.
■ Always wear safety glasses with side shields. Every-
day glasses have only impact resistant lenses. They are
NOTsafetyglasses. Followingthisrulewillreducetherisk
of eye injury.
Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock.
■ For best results, your battery tool should be charged in
a location where the temperature is more than 50°F but
less than 100°F. Do not store outside or in vehicles.
IMPORTANT RULES FOR BATTERY TOOLS
■ Under extreme usage or temperature conditions, bat-
tery leakage may occur. If liquid comes in contact
with your skin, wash immediately with soap and
water, then neutralize with lemon juice or vinegar. If
liquid gets into your eyes, flush them with clean water
for at least 10 minutes, then seek immediate medical
attention. Followingthisrulewillreducetheriskofserious
personal injury.
■ Battery tools do not have to be plugged into an
electrical outlet; therefore, they are always in operat-
ing condition. Be aware of possible hazards when not
using your battery tool or when changing accesso-
ries. Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric
shock, fire, or serious personal injury.
■ Do not place battery tools or their batteries near fire
or heat. This will reduce the risk of explosion and possibly
injury.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR CHARGER
c. That wire size is large enough for AC ampere
WARNING:
rating of charger as specified below:
Cord Length (Feet)
Cord Size (AWG)
25'
16
50'
16
100'
16
Read and understand all instructions. Failure to
follow all instructions listed below, may result in elec-
tric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.
Note: AWG = American Wire Gage
■ Do not operate charger with a damaged cord or plug.
If damaged, have replaced immediately by a qualified
serviceman. Following this rule will reduce the risk of
electric shock, fire, or serious personal injury.
■ Never use a battery that has been dropped or
received a sharp blow. A damaged battery is subject
to explosion. Properly dispose of a dropped battery
immediately. Failure to heed this warning can result in
serious personal injury.
■ Do not operate charger if it has received a sharp blow,
been dropped, or otherwise damaged in any way;
take it to a qualified serviceman. Following this rule will
reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or serious personal
injury.
■ Save these instructions. This manual contains impor-
tant safety and operating instructions for charger.
■ Before using battery charger, read all instructions
and cautionary markings in this manual, on battery
charger, and product using battery charger. Following
this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or
serious personal injury.
■ Do not disassemble charger; take it to a qualified
serviceman when service or repair is required. Incor-
rect reassembly may result in a risk of electric shock
or fire. Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric
shock, fire, or serious personal injury.
■ CAUTION:Toreduceriskofinjury, chargeonlynickel-
cadmium type rechargeable batteries. Other types of
batteries may burst causing personal injury and dam-
age. Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric
shock, fire, or serious personal injury.
■ To reduce the risk of electric shock, unplug charger
from outlet before attempting any maintenance or
cleaning. Turning off controls will not reduce this
risk. Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric
shock, fire, or serious personal injury.
■ Do not expose charger to wet or damp conditions.
Followingthisrulewillreducetheriskofelectricshock,fire,
or serious personal injury.
■ Disconnect charger from power supply when not in
use. Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric
shock, fire, or serious personal injury.
■ Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by
the battery charger manufacturer may result in a risk
of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons. Following
this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or
serious personal injury.
■ Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and
use them to instruct others who may use this tool. If
you loan someone this tool, loan them these instruc-
tions also. Following this rule will reduce the risk of
electric shock, fire, or serious personal injury.
■ To reduce risk of damage to charger body and cord,
pull by charger plug rather than cord when discon-
necting charger. Following this rule will reduce the risk
of electric shock, fire, or serious personal injury.
WARNING:
Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grind-
ing, drilling, and other construction activities contains
chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or
other reproductive harm. Some examples of these
chemicals are:
■ Make sure cord is located so that it will not be stepped
on, tripped over, or otherwise subjected to damage or
stress. Following this rule will reduce the risk of serious
personal injury.
■ Do not abuse cord. Never carry tool by cord or yank
it to disconnect from receptacle. Keep cord from
heat, oil and sharp edges. Following this rule will reduce
the risk of electric shock or fire.
•
•
lead from lead-based paints,
crystalline silica from bricks and cement and
other masonry products, and
arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated
lumber.
•
■ An extension cord should not be used unless abso-
lutely necessary. Use of improper extension cord could
result in a risk of fire and electric shock. If extension cord
must be used, make sure:
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on
how often you do this type of work. To reduce your
exposure to these chemicals: work in a well venti-
lated area, and work with approved safety equipment,
such as those dust masks that are specially designed
to filter out microscopic particles.
a. That pins on plug of extension cord are the
same number, size and shape as those of
plug on charger.
b. That extension cord is properly wired and in
good electrical condition; and
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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SYMBOLS
Important: Some of the following symbols may be used on your tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper
interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer.
SYMBOL
NAME
DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION
Voltage
V
Volts
A
Amperes
Hertz
Current
Hz
min
Frequency (cycles per second)
Time
Minutes
Alternating Current
Direct Current
Type or a characteristic of current
Type or a characteristic of current
---
n
No Load Speed
Rotational speed, at no load
0
Revolutions, strokes,
surface speed, orbits etc. per minute
.../min
Revolutions or Reciprocation Per Minute
Indicatesdanger, warningorcaution.
It means attention!!! Your safety is
involved.
Safety Alert Symbol
Always wear safety goggles or
safetyglasseswithsideshieldswhen
operating this product.
Wear Eye Protection
Wet Conditions Alert
Do not expose to rain or use in damp
locations.
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
DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or
serious injury.
WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or
serious injury.
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury. It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices that may cause property damage.
NOTE:
Advises you of information or instructions vital to the operation or maintenance of the equipment.
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SPECIFICATIONS
DRILL-DRIVER
Chuck
SA60
SA720
3/8 in. (10 mm) Keyless
DC Motor 6.0 Volt
Two Speed
3/8 in. (10 mm) Keyless
DC Motor 7.2 Volt
Two Speed
Motor
Switch
No Load Speed
Clutch
300 / 500 RPM
24 Positions
330 / 500 RPM
24 Positions
Charger Input
Charge Rate
Torque
120 V, 60 Hz, AC only
3-6 Hours
120 V, 60 Hz, AC only
3-6 Hours
Maximum 45 in.lb.
Maximum 50 in.lb.
UNPACKING
INSTRUCTIONS
When unpacking the tool:
WARNING:
If any parts are missing do not operate the tool until
the missing parts are replaced. Failure to do so could
result in possible serious personal injury.
■ Carefully remove the tool and accessories from the box.
■ Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are in-
cluded.
■ Inspect the tool carefully to make sure no breakage or
damage occurred during shipping.
■ Do not discard the packing material until you have care-
fully inspected and satisfactorily operated the tool.
■ If any parts are damaged or missing, please call
1-800-525-2579 for assistance.
PACKING LIST
Cordless Drill
Charger (Model SA720 only)
Battery Pack (Model SA720 only)
Operator’s Manual
Case (Model SA720 only)
APPLICATIONS
You may use the two speed drill for the purposes listed below:
■ Drilling in wood
■ Drilling in ceramics, plastics, fiberglass, and laminates
■ Drilling in both hard and soft metals
■ Using driving accessories, such as driving screws with screwdriver bits
■ Mixing paints
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FEATURES
KNOW YOUR DRILL-DRIVER
SWITCH LOCK
See Figure 1.
The switch trigger can be locked in the OFF position. This
feature helps reduce the possibility of accidental starting
when not in use.
Before using this tool, familiarize yourself with all operating
features and safety requirements. However, do not let
familiarity with the tool make you careless.
FORWARD/REVERSE SELECTOR (DIREC-
TION OF ROTATION SELECTOR)
The drill-driver has a forward/reverse selector located above
the switch trigger.
WARNING:
Exercise caution when using this tool. Careless ac-
tions, for even a fraction of a second, can result in
serious personal injury.
BIT STORAGE
When not in use, bits provided with your drill-driver can be
placed in the storage area located on the top of the motor
housing.
KEYLESS CHUCK
The drill-driver has a keyless chuck that allows you to hand
tighten or release drill bit in the chuck jaws.
LEVEL
TWO SPEED SWITCH
To keep drill bit level during drilling operations, a level is
located on the top end of the motor housing.
The drill-driver has a two speed feature in the switch. De-
press the switch trigger halfway for driving screws at a low
speed. Depress the switch trigger all the way for normal drill-
ing.
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FEATURES
MODEL SA60
LEVEL
TORQUE
ADJUSTMENT
RING
BIT
STORAGE
AREA
2 0
DIRECTION OF
ROTATION
SELECTOR
SWITCH
TRIGGER
KEYLESS
CHUCK
MODEL SA720
LEVEL
TORQUE
ADJUSTMENT
RING
BIT
STORAGE
AREA
2 0
DIRECTION OF
ROTATION
SELECTOR
SWITCH
TRIGGER
KEYLESS
CHUCK
BATTERY
PACK
Fig. 1
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ADJUSTMENTS
REVERSIBLE
DIRECTION OF
See Figure 2.
ROTATION SELECTOR
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.
REVERSE
0
1
CAUTION:
To prevent gear damage, always allow chuck to come
to a complete stop before changing the direction of
rotation.
CENTER
POSITION (LOCK)
FORWARD
SWITCH
TRIGGER
To stop, release switch trigger and allow the chuck to come
to a complete stop.
Fig. 2
WARNING:
Battery tools are always in operating condition.There-
fore, switch should always be locked when not in use
or when carrying at your side.
UNLOCK
(RELEASE)
KEYLESS
CHUCK
CHUCK BODY
KEYLESS CHUCK
See Figure 3.
A keyless chuck has been provided with your drill to allow for
easy installation and removal of bits. As the name implies,
you can hand tighten or release drill bits in the chuck jaws.
Grasp and hold the collar of the chuck with one hand. Rotate
the chuck body with your other hand. The arrows on the
chuck indicate which direction to rotate the chuck body in
order to LOCK (tighten) or UNLOCK (release) the drill bit.
DRILL BIT
20
LOCK
(TIGHTEN)
CHUCK
COLLAR
WARNING:
Fig. 3
RIGHT
Do not hold the chuck body with one hand and use
the power of the drill to tighten chuck jaws on drill bit.
Chuck body could slip in your hand or your hand could
slip and come in contact with rotating drill bit. This
could cause an accident resulting in serious personal
injury.
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ADJUSTMENTS
INSTALLING BITS
See Figures 3 and 4.
■ Lock the switch trigger by placing the direction of
rotation selector in center position. See Figure 9.
■ Open or close chuck jaws to a point where the opening
is slightly larger than the bit size you intend to use. Also,
raise the front of the drill slightly to keep the bit from
falling out of the chuck jaws.
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■ Insert drill bit straight into chuck the full length of the
jaws. See Figure 3.
■ Tighten the chuck jaws on the drill bit.
■ To tighten the chuck jaws on drill bit; grasp and hold
the collar of the chuck with one hand, while rotating
the chuck body with your other hand.
Note: Rotate the chuck body in the direction of the
arrow marked LOCK to tighten chuck jaws.
■ Do not use a wrench to tighten or loosen the chuck
WRONG
Fig. 4
jaws.
WARNING:
Make sure to insert drill bit straight into chuck jaws.
Do not insert drill bit into chuck jaws at an angle then
tighten, as shown in Figure 4. This could cause drill
bit to be thrown from drill, resulting in possible seri-
ous personal injury or damage to the chuck.
REMOVING BITS
See Figure 3.
■ Lock the switch trigger by placing the direction of
rotation selector in center position. See Figure 9.
■ Loosen the chuck jaws from the 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 UNLOCK to loosen chuck jaws.
■ Do not use a wrench to tighten or loosen the chuck
jaws.
■ Remove the drill bit from the chuck jaws.
NOTE: Rotate the chuck body in the direction of the arrow
marked GRIP to tighten the chuck jaws. DO NOT use a
wrench to tighten or loosen the chuck jaws.
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ADJUSTMENTS
ADJUSTABLE TORQUE CLUTCH
TO DECREASE
TORQUE
See Figure 5.
When using your drill-driver for various driving applications,
it becomes necessary to increase or decrease the torque in
order to help prevent the possibility of damaging screw
heads, threads, workpiece, etc. In general, torque should
correspond to the intensity of the screw diameter. If the
torque is too high or the screws too small, the screws may be
damaged or broken.
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TORQUE
ADJUSTMENT
RING
Thetorqueisadjustedbyrotatingthetorqueadjustmentring.
The torque is greater when the torque adjustment ring is set
on a higher setting. The torque is less when the torque
adjustment ring is set on a lower setting.
TO INCREASE
TORQUE
The proper setting depends on the type of material and
the size of screw you are using.
Fig. 5
SCREWDRIVER BITS
TO ADJUST TORQUE
■ Identify the twenty four torque indicator settings located
on the front of your drill.
■ Rotate adjustment ring to the desired setting.
• 1 - 4 ..................For driving small screws.
• 5 - 8 ..................For driving screws into soft material.
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• 9 - 12 ................For driving screws into soft and hard
materials.
BIT
STORAGE
AREA
• 13 - 16 ..............For driving screws in hard wood.
• 17 - 20 ..............For driving large screws.
• 21 - 24 (
)....For heavy drilling.
Fig. 6
BIT STORAGE
See Figure 6.
When not in use, bits provided with your drill can be placed
in the storage area located on the top of your drill.
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OPERATION
MODEL SA60
WARNING:
Do not allow familiarity with the drill to make you care-
less. Remember that a careless fraction of a second
is sufficient to inflict severe injury.
CHARGER
CHARGE
INDICATOR
LIGHT (LED)
CHARGING YOUR DRILL-DRIVER
This tool has been shipped in a low charge condition to
prevent possible problems. Therefore, you should charge it
overnight prior to use.
Note: Batteries will not reach full charge the first time they
are charged. Allow several cycles (drilling followed by re-
INPUT
JACK
charging) for them to become fully charged.
TO CHARGE MODEL SA60
See Figure 7.
CHARGER
PLUG
■ Charge only with the charger provided.
Fig. 7
■ Connect charger to the tool by inserting charger plug
into input jack. Note: Input jack is located at rear of
tool.
MODEL SA720
BATTERY
PACK
■ Make sure power supply is normal household volt-
age, 120 Volts, 60 Hz, AC only.
CHARGER
■ Connect charger to power supply.
TO CHARGE MODEL SA720
See Figure 8.
INPUT
JACK
■ Charge only with the charger provided.
■ Connect charger to the battery pack by inserting charger
plug into input jack. Note: Input jack is located at rear
of battery pack.
CHARGE
INDICATOR
LIGHT (LED)
Note: Battery pack for Model SA720, can be removed
from the drill to be charged. To remove battery pack
from drill, refer to “To Remove Battery Pack from Model
SA720” later in this manual.
Fig. 8
■ Make sure power supply is normal household volt-
age, 120 Volts, 60 Hz, AC only.
■ After normal usage, 3 hours or less of charging time is
required to fully recharge battery pack. Note: If battery
pack is completely discharged, 6 hours or longer of
charging time is required to fully recharge battery
pack.
■ Connect charger to power supply.
MODEL SA60 AND SA720
See Figures 7 and 8.
■ The charge indicator light (LED) indicator, which is
located on rear of drill, will light up when charger is
properly connected to power supply. This red light indi-
cates your battery is charging and will remain on until
charger is disconnected from power supply.
■ The charger housing and the tool handle will become
slightly warm to the touch while charging. This is nor-
mal and does not indicate a problem.
■ DO NOT operate drill while it is connected to the charger.
Note: During the two year warranty period on drill
Model SA720, if the charge indicator light (LED) fails to
come on or goes out while charging battery pack, re-
turn charger and battery pack to your nearest autho-
rized service center for repair or replacing. If you have
drill Model SA60, return charger to service center.
The driving ability will not increase.
■ DO NOT place charger in an area of extreme heat or
cold. It works best at normal room temperature.
■ When battery pack has been charged, disconnect
charger from power supply. This practice will increase
battery life.
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OPERATION
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR RECHARG-
ING HOT BATTERIES
DIRECTION
OF ROTATION SELECTOR
When using your drill-driver continuously, the batteries be-
come hot. You should let the batteries cool down for approxi-
mately 30 minutes before attempting to recharge.
REVERSE
0
1
NOTE: This situation occurs when continuous use of your
drill-driver causes the batteries to become hot. It does not
occur under normal circumstances. Refer to “Charging Your
Drill-Driver” earlier in this manual, for normal recharging of
batteries. If the charger does not charge your batteries under
normalcircumstances,returnboththedrill-driverandcharger
to your nearest authorized service center for electrical check.
5
For more information on the battery recycling call
1-800-8 BATTERY.
FORWARD
SWITCH
TRIGGER
WARNING:
Fig. 9
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.
MODEL SA720
0
1
TO INSTALL BATTERY PACK MODEL SA720
■ Place the direction of rotation selector in center posi-
5
tion. See Figure 9.
■ Place the battery pack in your drill. Align raised rib on bat-
tery pack with groove in drill's battery port. See Figure 10.
■ Make sure the latches on each side of your battery pack
snap in place and that battery pack is secured in drill
before beginning operation.
TO REMOVE BATTERY PACK MODEL SA720
■ Place the direction of rotation selector in center posi-
BATTERY
PACK
tion. See Figure 9.
BATTERY
PORT
■ Locate latches on side of battery pack and depress both
sides to release battery pack from your drill. See Figure
10.
■ Remove battery pack from your drill.
LATCHES
CAUTION:
DEPRESS LATCHES
TO RELEASE
BATTERY PACK
When placing battery pack in your drill, be sure raised
rib on battery pack aligns with groove in drill's battery
port and latches snap in place properly. Improper
assembly of battery pack can cause damage to inter-
nal components.
Fig. 10
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OPERATION
SWITCH
See Figure 11.
To turn your drill ON, depress the switch trigger. To turn it
OFF, release the switch trigger.
Your drill 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.
Release the switch trigger to turn drill OFF.
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SWITCH LOCK
See Figure 9.
The switch trigger can be locked in the OFF position. This
feature helps reduce the possibility of accidental starting
whennotinuse.Tolocktheswitchtrigger,placethedirection
of rotation selector in the center position.
DRILLING
See Figure 12.
SWITCH
TRIGGER
Fig. 11
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. However, the
lower speed feature allows starting holes without center
punching if desired. To accomplish this, simply operate your
drill at lower speed until the hole is started.
The material to be drilled should be secured in a vise or with
clamps to keep it from turning as the drill bit rotates.
Hold tool firmly and place the bit at the point to be drilled.
Depress the switch trigger to start tool.
Move the drill bit into the workpiece, applying only enough
pressure to keep the bit cutting. Do not force or apply side
pressure to elongate a hole.
1 5
0 2
WARNING:
Be prepared for binding or bit breakthrough. When
these situations occur, the drill has a tendency to grab
and kick opposite to the direction of rotation and could
cause loss of control when breaking through mate-
rial. If you are not prepared, this loss of control can
result in possible serious injury.
When drilling metals, use a light oil on the drill bit to keep it
from overheating. The oil will prolong the life of the bit and
increase the drilling action.
Fig. 12
If the bit jams in workpiece or if the drill stalls, release switch
trigger immediately. Remove the bit from the workpiece and
determine the reason for jamming.
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OPERATION
LEVEL DRILLING
See Figure 13.
A convenient new feature provided with your drill is a level.
It is recessed in the motor housing on top of your drill. It
can be used to keep drill bit level during drilling operations.
WARNING:
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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.
LEVEL
0
2
Fig. 13
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MAINTENANCE
MALLET
KEYLESS
CHUCK
WARNING:
When servicing use only identical Ryobi replacement
parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or
cause product damage.
CHUCK
JAWS
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Do not abuse power tools. Abusive practices can damage
tool as well as workpiece.
WARNING:
Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petro-
leum-based products, penetrating oils, etc. come in
contact with plastic parts.They contain chemicals that
can damage, weaken or destroy plastic.
WARNING:
HEX KEY WRENCH
Fig. 14
Do not attempt to modify this tool or create accesso-
ries not recommended for use with this tool.Any such
alteration or modification is misuse and could result
in a hazardous condition leading to possible serious
personal injury.
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GENERAL
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, carbon dust, etc. that can
damage, weaken, or destroy plastic.
Fig. 15
WARNING:
Always wear eye protection marked to comply with
ANSI Z87.1.Failure to do so could result in dust, shav-
ings, or loose particles being thrown into your eyes,
resulting in possible serious injury.
CHUCK REMOVAL
See Figures 14, 15, and 16.
The chuck must be removed in order to use some acces-
sories. To remove:
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■ Lock the switch trigger by placing the direction of
rotation selector in center position. See Figure 4.
■ Insert a 5/16 in. or larger hex key into the chuck of the
drill and tighten the chuck jaws securely.
■ Tap the hex key sharply with a mallet in a clockwise
direction. See Figure 14. This will loosen the screw in
the chuck for easy removal.
Fig. 16
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MAINTENANCE
To obtain the longest possible battery life, we suggest the
following:
■ Open the chuck jaws and remove the hex key. Remove
the chuck screw by turning it in a clockwise direction.
See Figure 15.
■ Store and charge your batteries in a cool area.
Temperatures below 50°F or above 100°F will shorten
battery life.
NOTE: The screw has left hand threads.
■ Insert the hex key in the chuck and tighten chuck jaws
securely. Tap sharply with a mallet in a counterclock-
wise direction. This will loosen the chuck on the
spindle. It can now be unscrewed by hand. See Figure
16.
■ Neverstorebatteriesinadischargedcondition.Recharge
them immediately after they are discharged.
■ All batteries gradually lose their charge. The higher the
temperature the quicker they lose their charge. If you
store your tool for long periods of time without using it,
recharge the batteries every month or two. This practice
will prolong battery life.
TO RETIGHTEN A LOOSE CHUCK
The chuck may become loose on spindle and develop a
wobble. Periodically check chuck screw for tightness.
To tighten, follow these steps:
BATTERY PACK REMOVAL AND PREPARA-
TION FOR RECYCLING
■ Lock the switch trigger by placing the direction of
rotation selector in center position. See Figure 4.
■ Open the chuck jaws.
WARNING:
■ Insert the hex key into the chuck and tighten chuck
jaws securely. Tap the hex key sharply with a mallet in
a clockwise direction. This will tighten the chuck on the
spindle. See Figure 16.
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 com-
ponents. Nickel-cadmium batteries must be recycled
or disposed of properly. Also, never touch both termi-
nals 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.
■ Open the chuck jaws and remove the hex key.
■ Tighten the chuck screw.
NOTE: The chuck screw has left hand threads.
BATTERIES
The battery pack for your tool is equipped with nickel-
cadmium rechargeable batteries. Length of service from
each charging will depend on the type of work you are doing.
To preserve natural resources, please
recycle or dispose of batteries properly.
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R R B R C
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.
This product contains nickel-cadmium
batteries. Local, state or federal laws may
prohibit disposal of nickel-cadmium
batteries in ordinary trash.
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7
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8
83
0
0
8
.
.
8
2
2
Consult your local waste authority for information regarding
available recycling and/or disposal options
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MAINTENANCE
BATTERY REMOVAL, PREPARATION FOR
RECYCLING MODEL SA60
See Figures 17 and 18.
MODEL SA60
TO REMOVE:
DRILL
HANDLE
■ Lock switch trigger by placing the forward/reverse switch
in center position. See Figure 9.
■ Remove battery cover from bottom of drill handle by
depressing and pushing cover in the direction of the arrow.
See Figure 17.
■ Slide battery cell assembly from drill handle enough to
expose leads and battery terminals. Disconnect leads
from battery terminals. See Figure 18.
Note: Be careful not to break battery terminals when
TO
disconnecting leads.
REMOVE COVER
WARNING:
Upon removal, cover the battery cell assembly termi-
nals with heavy duty adhesive tape. Do not attempt
to destroy or disassemble battery cell assembly or
remove any of its components.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.
BATTERY COVER
Fig. 17
MODEL SA60
DRILL
HANDLE
BATTERY
LEAD
BATTERY
LEAD
BATTERY
TERMINAL
BATTERIES
Fig. 18
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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
CORDLESS DRILL-DRIVER
MODEL NOS. SA60 / SA720
• SERVICE
Now that you have purchased your tool, should a need ever exist for repair parts or service,
simplycontactyournearestAuthorizedServiceCenter. Besuretoprovideallpertinentfacts
when you call or visit. Please call 1-800-525-2579 in the United States for your nearest
complete list of Authorized Service Centers.
• MODEL NO. AND SERIAL NO.
The model number of this tool will be found on a plate attached to the motor housing.
Please record the model number and serial number in the space provided below.
• HOW TO ORDER REPAIR PARTS
WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS,
ALWAYS GIVE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION:
• MODEL NUMBERS
• SERIAL NUMBERS
SA60 / SA720
RYOBI TECHNOLOGIES INC.
1428 Pearman Dairy Road
Anderson, SC 29625
Post Office Box 1207
Anderson, SC 29622-1207
Phone 1-800-525-2579
983000-332
6-03
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