Why is my RYOBI Drill Driver slow to drill into brick?

Last update: 11/09/2024, 11:16

Applicable Models

R18PD7-0, R18DDBL-0, R18PDBL-0, R18PD3-H155S, R18CPD14, R18DD12, R18PD3-H40G, R18ID14, R18DDHE12, R18PD2422B, RDD18C, RPD18C, RPD18X, R18DDP2-H20G, R18DD3-0, R18CK2-H4P, R18XPD14, R18XPD142B, RPD800-K

Using the Right Tool and Function

Step	Action
1	To drill into brick, make sure you’re using a RYOBI Drill with a hammer function, which you can identify by this symbol: Image Select this mode and use a Masonry Drill Bit. Make sure you're using a Masonry Drill Bit that's in good condition.
Note	Drilling into brick and/or masonry is a tough application compared to drilling into timber or plastic, so expect it to be slower compared to drilling into those materials. Standard Hammer Drills may not be suitable for more demanding masonry drilling (i.e. holes greater than 12mm diameter). In this case, a RYOBI 18V ONE+ SDS Rotary Hammer Drill (R18SDS-0) is a more suitable option.
2	You can improve the drilling speed by selecting a high gear (commonly gear 2). This is usually located via a switch on the top of the drill Image Check the battery charge level – it is normal that a battery will lose some minor power output as the charge level drops. If the charge level is too low, the tool may stop under load. In this case you may need to charge your battery or change battery.

Step

Action

To drill into brick, make sure you’re using a RYOBI Drill with a hammer function, which you can identify by this symbol:

Select this mode and use a Masonry Drill Bit. Make sure you're using a Masonry Drill Bit that's in good condition.

Note

Drilling into brick and/or masonry is a tough application compared to drilling into timber or plastic, so expect it to be slower compared to drilling into those materials.
Standard Hammer Drills may not be suitable for more demanding masonry drilling (i.e. holes greater than 12mm diameter). In this case, a RYOBI 18V ONE+ SDS Rotary Hammer Drill (R18SDS-0) is a more suitable option.

You can improve the drilling speed by selecting a high gear (commonly gear 2).
This is usually located via a switch on the top of the drill

Check the battery charge level – it is normal that a battery will lose some minor power output as the charge level drops. If the charge level is too low, the tool may stop under load. In this case you may need to charge your battery or change battery.

Improve Speed with High Gear

Step	Action
1	You can improve the drilling speed by selecting a high gear (commonly gear 2).
2	This is usually located via a switch on the top of the drill. Image

Check the Battery

Step	Action
1	Check that the battery has sufficient charge.
2	Most batteries will have an LED charge indicator on the front. At least two lights indicate the battery has about 50-25% charge left.