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

12/12/2024, 21:04

 

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:

Masonry drill bit






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

RYOBI 18V ONE+ SDS Rotary Hammer Drill (R18SDS-0)


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.

drilling speed by selecting a high gear

 

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.

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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