Ryobi Cordless Drill P211 User Manual

9 — English

NOTE: If you have difficulty changing from one gear range to 
the other, turn the chuck by hand until the gears engage.

Never change gears while the tool is running. Failure to 

obey this caution could result in serious damage to the 
drill. 

See Figures 6 - 7, page 15.
The Quick Mode Selector allows you to quickly switch from 
drill mode to drive mode.
In general, drill mode should be used for drilling and other 

heavy  duty  applications.  Drive  mode  should  be  used  for 
driving screws. Hammer mode should be used for hammer 
drilling.

See Figure 7, page 15.
Using the chart , select the option that best matches the type 
of bit, fastener, and material you will be using.
1. CHOOSE YOUR APPLICATION
2. CHOOSE THE CORRECT SPEED 
    (1/LOW or 2/HIGH)
3. CHOOSE THE CORRECT MODE
    (DRIVE, DRILL, OR HAMMER)

• Lag screws up to 3/8 in. dia. by 1-1/2 in. long 
• Hole saw up to 2 in.   
• Spade bits up to 1-1/2 in. 

 

• Drill bits up to 1/2 in.   
• Drilling into metal 

 

• Concrete screws 

 

• Drill bits up to 1/4 in.   
• Deck or wood screws up to 3 in. 

 

• Self tapping screws 

• Deck or wood screws up to 2 in. 

 

• Small screws or delicate work that requires more control

• Deck or wood screws #8 up to 1 in.   
• Screws for rough work where speed is more important than 

precise control 

 

 

See Figure 8, page 15.
When using the 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 intensity 
should correspond to the screw diameter. If the torque is too 
high or the screws too small, the screws may be damaged 
or broken.
The  torque  is  adjusted  by  rotating  the  torque  adjustment 
ring.
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.
The proper setting depends on the type of material and the 
size of screw you are using.

See Figure 9, page 15.
When not in use, bits provided with the drill can be placed 
in the storage areas located on the base of the drill.

See Figure 10, page 15.
The magnetic tray conveniently stores screws or other small 
parts.

See Figure 10, page 15.
The magnetic bit holder extends the reach of the bit and holds 
the bit and screws until you are ready to drive them. Storage 
for the bit holder is located on the front of the tool’s base.