18V ONE+ 125mm HP™ Brushless Angle Grinder - Tool Only (RAG18X)

The paddle/switch is not designed to be locked on. This is a safety measure to prevent the tool from working unintentionally.  

Don’t use a disc larger than the maximum cutting capacity outlined below and in the product user manual, as a larger disc can cause damage to the tool, and potentially harm you or a bystander.

Typically, a cutting disc can be hard to remove because the locking nut was overtightened when fitted to the grinder. A disc will tighten under loading, so excessive tightening will cause issues with removal, that may require a pin spanner or wrench…

For RYOBI Angle Grinders with a tool-free locking nut, these models come fitted with a tool-free blade change nut referred to as a FixTec Locking Nut, which eliminates the need for a pin spanner. 

These instructions apply to RYOBI Angle Grinders with a tool free locking nut (FIXTEC): The locking nut will have a small tab to one side of the centre thread that can flip up, to help lever the locking nut on or off. 

It's important the grinder is always fitted with the guard before use, and (if included in your model), the additional clip-on guard if you are cutting. You must always disconnect the power (battery or chorded) before installing or removing the…

Not installing the disc correctly can cause the disc to overtighten, and potentially jam the disc.  To avoid this from happening, or to fix this issue and prevent this from happening again, you’ll need to remove and refit the disc: 

Cordless Angle Grinders are powerful, energy-hungry tools and, hence, need lots of battery power.  Grinding tasks generally use more battery than cutting tasks, so as a minimum, it’s recommended to use a 4.0Ah battery or higher for optimum runtime…

The compatible disc size is dependent on your RYOBI Angle Grinder's maximum disc capacity.  Don’t use a disc larger than the maximum cutting capacity outlined below, as a larger disc can cause damage to the tool, and potentially harm you or a…

Angle Grinders are commonly equipped with several user safety and tool protection systems, such as overload, over-temperature, and anti- kickback.