Ryobi RED3626 User manual

RED3626
RED3600
ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS
Cordless Edger

Important!
It is essential that you read the instructions in this manual before operating
this machine.
Subject to technical modifications.

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Safety
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GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING
Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure
to follow the warnings and instructions may result in
electric shock, re and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your
mainsoperated (corded) power tool or battery-operated
(cordless) power tool.
WORK AREA SAFETY
■Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark
areas invite accidents.
■Do not operate power tools in explosive
atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable
liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks
which may ignite the dust or fumes.
■Keep children and bystanders away while operating
a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose
control.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
■Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never
modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter
plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools.
Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk
of electric shock.
■Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded
surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges and
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric
shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
■Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.
Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of
electric shock.
■Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for
carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool.
Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or
moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase
the risk of electric shock.
■When operating a power tool outdoors, use an
extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a
cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric
shock.
■If operating a power tool in a damp location is
unavoidable, use a residual current device (RCD)
protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces the risk of
electric shock.
PERSONAL SAFETY
■Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use
common sense when operating a power tool. Do
not use a power tool while you are tired or under the
influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment
of inattention while operating power tools may result in
serious personal injury.
■Use personal protective equipment. Always wear
eye protection. Protective equipment such as dust
mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing
protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce
personal injuries.
■Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch
is in the off-position before connecting to power
source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying
the tool. Carrying power tools with your finger on the
switch or energising power tools that have the switch
on invites accidents.
■Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning
the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to
a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal
injury.
■Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance
at all times. This enables better control of the power
tool in unexpected situations.
■Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away
from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long
hair can be caught in moving parts.
■If devices are provided for the connection of dust
extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are
connected and properly used. Use of dust collection
can reduce dust-related hazards.
POWER TOOL USE AND CARE
■Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power
tool for your application. The correct power tool will
do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was
designed.
■Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn
it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled
with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
■Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or
the battery pack from the power tool before making
any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing
power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce
the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
■Store idle power tools out of the reach of children
and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power
tool or these instructions to operate the power tool.
Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained
users.
■Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or
binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any
other condition that may affect the power tool’s
operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired
before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly
maintained power tools.
■Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are
less likely to bind and are easier to control.

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■Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc.
in accordance with these instructions, taking into
account the working conditions and the work to
be performed. Use of the power tool for operations
different from those intended could result in a
hazardous situation.
BATTERY TOOL USE AND CARE
■Recharge only with the charger specified by the
manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type
of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with
another battery pack.
■Use power tools only with specifically designated
battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may
create a risk of injury and fire.
■When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from
other metal objects, like paper clips, coins, keys,
nails, screws or other small metal objects, that can
make a connection from one terminal to another.
Shorting the battery terminals together may cause
burns or a fire.
■Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected
from the battery; avoid contact. If contact
accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid
contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help.
Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or
burns.
SERVICE
■Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair
person using only identical replacement parts.
This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is
maintained.
WARNING
Injuries may be caused, or aggravated, by prolonged
use of a tool. When using any tool for prolonged periods,
ensure you take regular breaks.
SPECIAL SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING
When using the product, the safety rules must be
followed. For your own safety and that of bystanders,
please read these instructions before operating the
product. Please keep the instructions safe for later use.
WARNING
This appliance is not intended for use by persons
(including children) with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge,
unless they have been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible
for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure
that they do not play with the appliance.
■Some regions have regulations that restrict the use of
the product to some operations. Check with your local
authority for advice.
■To avoid using the product in bad weather especially
there is a risk of lightning.
■Use the product in daylight or good artificial light.
■Avoid using on wet grass.
■Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
■Do not walk backwards when using the product.
■Walk, never run.
■Keep the head attachment below waist level.
■Do not cut on surfaces other than grass on ground.
■Never use the product with damaged guards or without
guards in place.
■Keep hands and feet away from the cutting means at
all times and especially when switching on the motor.
■Beware of objects thrown by the cutting blade.
■Switch off and disconnect from the battery pack before:
–servicing
–leaving the product unattended
–cleaning your product
–changing accessories
–checking for any damage after hitting an object
–checking for any damage if the product starts to
vibrate abnormally
–performing maintenance
■Wear protective glasses or goggles.
■Always ensure that ventilation openings are kept clear
of debris.
■Do not operate the equipment while barefoot or when
wearing sandals or similar lightweight footwear. Wear
protective footwear that will protect your feet and
improve your footing on slippery surfaces.
■Do not use tool if switch trigger does not turn it on or
off. Any tool that can not be controlled with the switch
trigger is dangerous and must be repaired.
■Don’t grasp the exposed cutting edges when picking up
or holding the appliance.
■Replace dull or worn blade, do not attempt to sharpen.
■Do not use the edger on or near graved surfaces.
■Make yourself familiar with the area you are edging. Be
aware of uneven sidewalks and holes in the terrain as
well as other similar hazardous conditions.
■Do not attempt to remove cut material nor hold material
to be cut when the motor is running or when the cutting
blade is moving.

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■A coasting blade can cause injury while it continues
to spin after the motor is stopped or throttle trigger
released. Maintain proper control until the blade has
completely stopped rotating.
■It has been reported that vibrations from hand-held
tools may contribute to a condition called Raynaud’s
Syndrome in certain individuals. Identify safety
measures to protect yourself based on an estimation of
exposure in the actual conditions of use, taking account
of all parts of the operating cycle such as the times
when the tool is switched off and when it is running
idle in addition to the trigger time. Limit the amount of
exposure per day.
MAINTENANCE
■Use only manufacturer’s recommended replacement
parts and accessories.
■After each use, clean with a soft dry cloth.
■Check all nuts, bolts and screws at frequent intervals
for proper tightness to ensure the product is in safe
working condition. Any part that is damaged should be
properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service
centre.
■When not in use, the product should be stored in a cool
dry place and locked up out of the reach of children. Do
not store outdoors.
Inspection after dropping or other impacts
Thoroughly inspect the product and identify any affections
or damage with it. Any part that is damaged should be
properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service
centre.
TRANSPORTING LITHIUM BATTERIES
Transport the battery in accordance with local and national
provisions and regulations.
Follow all special requirements on packaging and labelling
when transporting batteries by a third party. Ensure that
no batteries can come in contact with other batteries
or conductive materials while in transport by protecting
exposed connectors with insulating, non-conductive caps
or tape. Do not transport batteries that are cracked or
leaking. Check with the forwarding company for further
advice.
INTENDED USE
The product is intended for edging along sidewalks,
driveway, ower beds, and similar areas.
The product is not allowed to be used for cutting or
chopping hedges, shrubs, bushes, owers and compost.
OVERLOAD PROTECTION
Ryobi 36 V lithium-ion batteries are designed with features
that protect the lithium-ion cells and maximise battery life. If
the tool stops during use, the following may be the causes:
■The maximum current draw of the battery has been
exceeded, causing it to automatically stop powering the
tool. Release the trigger to reset the tool and pull the
trigger to resume operation.
■Excessive temperatures will cause the battery to stop
powering the tool. Feel the battery pack; if it is too
warm, allow it to cool down.
RESIDUAL RISKS
Even with the intended use of the appliance, there is
other risk which cannot be prevented. The following list of
potential hazards should be read and understood.
■Contact with the blade could result in serious personal
injury.
FEATURES
KNOW YOUR PRODUCT
See Figure 1.
The safe use of this product requires an understanding of
the information on the tool and in this operator’s manual
as well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting.
Before use of this product, familiarize yourself with all
operating features and safety rules.
EDGER WHEEL
The edger wheel allows for more stable cutting performance
while edging.
DEPTH ADJUSTMENT LEVER
The depth adjustment lever allows user to control depth
of cut.
ADJUSTA BLE FRONT HANDLE
The front handle assembly can be adjusted for ease of
operation and to help prevent loss of control, and can be
positioned above or below the coupler.
HANDLE OVERMOLD
Handle overmold provides added user comfort.
LOCK-OUT
The lock-out prevents accidental starting.
VARIABLE SPEED SWITCH TRIGGER
This tool has a variable speed switch that delivers higher
speed with increased trigger pressure. Speed is controlled
by the amount of switch trigger depression.
ASSEMBLY
UNPACKING
This product requires assembly.
■Carefully remove the product and any accessories from
the box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing
list are included.

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WARNING
Do not use this product if any parts on the Packing List
are already assembled to your product when you unpack
it. Parts on this list are not assembled to the product by
the manufacturer and require customer installation. Use
of a product that may have been improperly assembled
could result in serious personal injury.
Inspect the product carefully to make sure no breakage or
damage occurred during shipping.
■Do not discard the packing material until you have
carefully inspected and satisfactorily operated the
product.
■If any parts are damaged or missing, please call Ryobi
Customer Service for assistance:
AUS: 1300 361 505
NZ: 0800 279 624
PACKING LIST
Edger Attachment
Holding Pin
Wrench
Operator’s Manual
Battery (for RED3626 only)
Charger (for RED3626 only)
WARNING
If any parts are damaged or missing do not operate this
product until the parts are replaced. Use of this product
with damaged or missing parts could result in serious
personal injury.
WARNING
Do not attempt to modify this product or create
accessories not recommended for use with this product.
Any such alteration or modification is misuse and could
result in a hazardous condition leading to possible
serious personal injury.
WARNING
To prevent accidental starting that could cause serious
personal injury, always remove the battery pack from the
product when assembling parts.
CONNECTING THE POWER HEAD TO THE EDGER
ATTACHMENT
See Figure 2.
WARNING
Never install, remove, or adjust any attachment while
power head is running or with the battery pack installed.
Failure to stop the motor or remove the battery pack can
result in serious personal injury.
The attachment connects to the power head by means of
a coupler device.
■Remove the battery pack if installed.
■Align the arrows on the edger attachment and the
power head. Then, insert the plug on the attachment
into the opening on the coupler. Make sure the plug is
fully seated.
■Slide the threaded coupler on the power head onto the
threaded base on the attachment and turn the coupler
clockwise. Tighten securely.
NOTE: Once assembled correctly, the edger attachment
and power head should not separate when pulled. Repeat
above steps if pieces can be separated.
WARNING
Failure to secure the edger attachment and power head
as instructed above could result in serious personal
injury.
REMOVING THE EDGER ATTACHMENT FROM THE
POWER HEAD
■Remove the battery pack.
■Turn the coupler counterclockwise to unlock. Then
remove the edger shaft from the power head.
DESCRIPTION
Figure 1
1. Edger attachment shaft
2. Blade guard
3. Gear head
4. Blade
5. Guide wheel
6. Depth adjusting lever
7. Coupler
8. Front handle
9. Lock-out
10. Switch trigger
11. 36 V battery
Figure 2
7. Coupler
12. Base
13. Arrow
Figure 3
11. 36 V battery
14. Latch
Figure 4
15. Knob

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Figure 5
9. Lock-out
10. Switch trigger
16. 36 V power head
Figure 7
6. Depth adjusting lever
17. Wheel arm
Figure 8
4. Blade
18. Blade depth
Figure 9
19. Indicator hole
20. Slots
21. Flange washer
22. Gear case
23. Pin
24. Wrench
25. Blade nut
Figure 10
4. Blade
21. Flange washer
25. Blade nut
26. Gear case ring
27. Cupped washer
28. Motor shaft
OPERATION
WARNING
Do not allow familiarity with products to make you
careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second
is sufficient to inflict serious injury.
WARNING
Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to
comply with standards. Failure to do so could result in
objects being thrown into your eyes resulting in possible
serious injury.
WARNING
Do not use any attachments or accessories not
recommended by the manufacturer of this product. The
use of attachments or accessories not recommended
can result in serious personal injury.
Depending on the power head you are using, this product
will accept Ryobi 36 V battery packs.
For complete charging instructions, refer to the Operator’s
Manuals for your Ryobi battery pack and charger models.
NOTE: To avoid serious personal injury, always remove
the battery pack and keep hands clear of the lock-out
button when carrying or transporting the tool.
TO INSTALL BATTERY PACK
See Figure 3.
WARNING
Always remove battery pack from your tool when you
are assembling parts, making adjustments, cleaning,
or when not in use. Removing battery pack will prevent
accidental starting that could cause serious personal
injury.
■Insert the battery pack into the product as shown.
WARNING
Make sure the latch (or latches) on the battery pack
snap in place and the battery pack is fully seated and
secure in the power head battery port before beginning
operation. Failure to securely seat the battery pack could
cause the battery pack to fall out, resulting in serious
personal injury.
TO REMOVE BATTERY PACK
See Figure 3.
■Depress the latch on the battery pack.
■Remove the battery pack.
WARNING
To avoid serious personal injury, always remove the
battery pack and keep hands clear of the lock-out when
carrying or transporting the tool.
ADJUSTABLE FRONT HANDLE
See Figure 4.
The angle of the front handle can be adjusted 180°.
■Remove the battery pack.
■Set the edger on a flat surface and turn the knob
counterclockwise to loosen the handle.
■For edging, adjust the handle downward.
■Turn the knob clockwise until the handle is securely
tightened before reinstalling the battery pack.
STARTING /STOPPING THE EDGER
See Figure 5.
To start:
■Press and hold the lock-out.
■Depress the switch trigger.
To stop:
■Release the switch trigger to stop the edger.
■Upon release of the switch trigger, the lock-out will
automatically reset to the locked position.

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OPERATING THE EDGER
See Figure 6.
■Hold the edger with your right hand on the rear handle
and your left hand on the front handle.
■Keep a firm grip with both hands while in operation.
■Edger should be held at a comfortable position with the
rear handle about hip height.
■The edger will edge along sidewalks, driveways, flower
beds, curbs, and similar areas.
■Cut at a steady pace. If the blade begins to bog down,
you are edging too fast; slow your pace. Do not force
the blade into ground.
■Light contact of the blade against the sidewalk edge,
curb, etc., is acceptable and will not damage the edger.
■Best appearance is obtained when grass is dry. Avoid
edging in wet soil or wet grass areas or the blade guard
might clog and result in an uneven edge. If the blade
guard becomes clogged, stop the edger, remove the
battery, and remove debris from the blade guard.
WARNING
Always hold the edger away from the body keeping
clearance between the body and the edger. Any contact
with the edger cutting head while operating can result in
serious personal injury.
ADJUSTING DEPTH OF CUT
See Figure 7-8.
■Remove the battery pack.
■Loosen the depth adjusting lever and move the wheel
arm up to increase the depth or down to decrease the
depth.
■Lever locks into one of four positions.
■Replace the battery pack.
NOTE: Adjust the blade depth from 1/2 in. to 1 in. deep
initially. Make a shallow cut to test the cutting depth. If
the cutting depth needs adjusting, this should be done
progressively until the desired depth is reached.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING
When servicing, use only identical replacement parts.
Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause
product damage.
WARNING
Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to
comply with standards. Failure to do so could result in
objects being thrown into your eyes resulting in possible
serious injury.
WARNING
To avoid serious personal injury, always remove the
battery pack from the tool when cleaning or performing
any maintenance.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
Before each use, inspect the entire product for damaged,
missing, or loose parts such as screws, nuts, bolts, caps,
etc. Tighten securely all fasteners and caps and do not
operate this product until all missing or damaged parts are
replaced. Please call Ryobi Customer Service or contact an
authorized service center for assistance.
Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most
plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of
commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use.
Use clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc
WARNING
Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum
based products, penetrating oils, etc., come in contact
with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken or
destroy plastic which may result in serious personal
injury.
Only the parts shown on the parts list are intended to be
repaired or replaced by the customer. All other parts should
be replaced at an Authorized Service Center.
REPLACING THE BLADE
See Figures 9 - 10.
Replace blades when worn down to indicator hole on blade.
■Remove the battery pack.
■Wear gloves when handling blade.
■Align the slot in the flange washer with the slot in the
gear case ring; place the holding pin through both slots
to secure in place.
■Using the wrench (included), turn the blade nut
counterclockwise to loosen.
■Remove the old blade from the motor shaft.
■Clean debris from the edger shaft, flange washer and
cupped washer.
■Center the new blade on the flange washer, making
sure the blade sits flat.
■Properly install the cupped washer with the raised
center area with the hole not touching the blade and
the outer ring of the cupped washer touching the blade.
■Install the blade nut onto the motor shaft and reinsert
the holding pin into the slots as described above.
■Using a wrench, turn the blade nut clockwise onto the
edger shaft and tighten securely.

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WARNING
Always make sure the blade is correctly installed and
securely fastened before each use. Failure to properly
install the blade may result in serious personal injury.
STORING THE EDGER
■Remove the battery pack from the edger before storing.
■Clean all foreign material from the edger.
■Store it in a place that is inaccessible to children.
■Keep away from corrosive agents such as garden
chemicals and de-icing salts.
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
Recycle raw materials instead of disposing
of as waste. The machine, accessories
and packaging should be sorted for
environmental-friendly recycling.
SYMBOL
Safety alert
Please read the instructions carefully
before starting the machine.
Wear ear protection.
Wear eye protection.
Beware of thrown or ying objects. Keep
all bystanders at least 15 m away.
Avoid using in wet or damp conditions.
Keep feet away from rotating blade.
Direction of blade rotation.
Waste electrical products should not
be disposed of with household waste.
Please recycle where facilities exist.
Check with your Local Authority or
retailer for recycling advice.
Regulatory Compliance Mark (RCM).
Product meets applicable regulatory
requirements.
The following signal words and meanings are intended
to explain the levels of risk associated with this product.
SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING
DANGER:
Indicates an imminently
hazardous situation, which,
if not avoided, will result in
death or serious injury.
WARNING:
Indicates a potentially
hazardous situation, which,
if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
CAUTION:
Indicates a potentially
hazardous situation, which,
if not avoided, may result in
minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE:
(Without Safety Alert Symbol)
Indicates a situation that may
result in property damage.
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Model RED3626 RED3600
Voltage 36 Volts
Blade length 220 mm
Cutting depth 60 mm
Weight (without battery) 3.5 kg
BATTERY AND CHARGER
Model RED3626 RED3600
Battery pack BPL3636 Not included
Charger BCL3620 Not included
Compatible battery
packs (not included) BPL3640

Techtronic Industries (Australia) Pty. Ltd.
Level 1, 660 Doncaster Road
Doncaster, VIC 3108, Australia
Techtronic Industries New Zealand Ltd.
18-26 Amelia Earhart Avenue
Mangere, Auckland 2022, New Zealand
961481010-02