Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product P2601 Ryobi
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SA VE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE Y our hedge trimmer has been engineered and manufactur ed to our high standar d for dependability , ease of operation, and operator safety . When properly car ed for , it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance.
2 Introduction ..................................................................................................................................................................... 2 General Safety Rules ...................................
3 WARNING! Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may r esult in electric shock, fire, and/or serious personal injury . READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS Know your tool. Read and understand the operator’s manual and observe the warnings and instruction labels affixed to the tool.
4 Before starting the hedge trimmer, make sure the blade is not in contact with any object. Stop the unit, remove the battery pack, and make sure the blade has stopped before setting the unit down. Never cut any material with a diameter larger than 3/8 in.
5 SYMBOLS Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and lear n their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the pr oduct better and safer .
6 WARNING: T o avoid serious personal injury , do not attempt to use this product until you read thoroughly and understand com plete ly th e oper ato r’ s ma nua l. If you do not under stand the warnings and instructions in the operator’ s manual, do not use this pr oduct.
7 FEA TURES Fig. 1 PRODUCT SPECIFICA TIONS Motor ...................................................................... 18 V DC Blade Length .............................................................. 18 in. Cutting Capacity........................
8 ASSEMBL Y UNP ACKING This product has been shipped completely assembled. Carefully r emove the product and any accessories from the box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are included. Inspect the product carefully to make sure no breakage or damage occurred during shipping.
9 OPERA TION Fig. 3 WARNING: Bat tery too ls are alwa ys in oper at ing cond it ion . The r ef or e, switch should always be locked when not in use or carrying at your side. ST ARTING THE HEDGE TRIMMER See Figure 3. Remove the scabbard. Press and hold the lock-off button.
10 Fig. 5 OPERA TION OPERA TING TIPS See Figures 5 - 6. DANGER: If blade jams on any electrical cord or line, DO NOT TOUCH THE BLADE! IT CAN BECOME ELECTRICALL Y LIVE AND VERY DANGEROUS. Continue to hold the hedge trimmer by the insulated rear handle or lay it down and away from you in a safe manner .
11 WARNING: When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. Use of any other parts may cr eate a hazard or cause product damage. WARNING: Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields during power tool operation or when blowing dust.
12 MAINTENANCE WARNING: Blades are sharp. When handling the blade assembly , wea r non -sl ip, hea vy- duty pro tec tive glove s. Do not place your hand or fingers between blades or in any position wh er e they cou ld get pin ch ed or cu t. NEV ER tou ch bla de s or service unit with battery pack installed.
13 MAINTENANCE LUBRICA TING THE BLADE See Figure 9. For easier operation and longer blade life, lubricate the hedge trimmer blade before and after each use. Remove the battery pack from the hedge trimmer. Lay the hedge trim mer on a fla t sur face .
14 MAINTENANCE CLEANING THE HEDGE TRIMMER Slide the scabbard over the blade. Remove the battery pack. Clean dirt and debris from the body of the hedge trimm er, using a damp cloth with a mild detergent. NOTE: Do not use any strong detergents on the plastic housing or the handle.
15 LIMITED WARRANTY ST A TEMENT T echtronic Industries North America, Inc., warrants to the original retail purchaser that this R YOBI ® brand outdoor product is free from defect in material and workmanship and agrees to repair or replace, at T echtronic Industries North America, Inc.
TECHTRONIC INDUSTRIES NOR TH AMERICA, INC. 1428 Pearman Dairy Road Anderson, SC 29625 Phone 1-800-860-4050 www .ryobitools.com R YOBI ® is a registered trademark of Ryobi Limited used under license.
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