Ryobi R18XEDG20 User manual

R18XEDG20

IMPORTANT!
It is essential that you read the instructions in this manual
before assembling, operating, and maintaining the
product.
Subject to technical modications.
Safety, performance, and dependability have been given top
priority in the design of your cordless edger.
INTENDED USE
The cordless edger is intended to be used only by adults
who have read and understood the instructions and
warnings in this manual and can be considered responsible
for their actions.
The product is intended only for outdoor use in a well-
ventilated area. For safety reasons, the product must be
adequately controlled by a two-handed operation. The
product is designed for home or domestic use.
The product is intended for edging along sidewalks,
driveways, ower beds, and similar areas.
The product should not be used for cutting or chopping
hedges, shrubs, bushes, owers, and compost.
Do not use the product for any other purpose.
GENERAL PRODUCT SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING! Read all safety warnings, instructions,
illustrations and specifications provided with this
power tool. Failure to follow all instructions listed below
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 mains-
operated (corded) product or battery-operated (cordless)
product.
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 and clothing 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.
■Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use of
tools allow you to become complacent and ignore
tool safety principles. A careless action can cause
severe injury within a fraction of a second.
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 remove the battery pack, if detachable, 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.
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■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 and accessories. 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.
■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.
■Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean
and free from oil and grease. Slippery handles and
grasping surfaces do not allow for safe handling and
control of the tool in unexpected situations.
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.
■Do not use a battery pack or tool that is damaged or
modified. Damaged or modified batteries may exhibit
unpredictable behaviour resulting in fire, explosion or
risk of injury.
■Do not expose a battery pack or tool to fire or
excessive temperature. Exposure to fire or temperature
above 130 °C may cause explosion.
■Follow all charging instructions and do not charge
the battery pack or tool outside the temperature
range specified in the instructions. Charging
improperly or at temperatures outside the specified
range may damage the battery and increase the risk of
fire.
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.
■Never service damaged battery packs. Service
of battery packs should only be performed by the
manufacturer or authorized service providers.
CORDLESS EDGER SAFETY WARNINGS
■When using the product, the safety rules must be
followed. For your own safety and that of bystanders,
read these instructions before operating the product.
Keep the instructions safe for later use. Be familiar with
the controls and the proper use of the product.
■The product is not intended to be used by children or
persons with reduced physical, mental, or sensory
capabilities. Children should be adequately supervised
to ensure that they do not play with the product.
■Never allow children or people who are unfamiliar with
these instructions to use the product. Local regulations
may restrict the age of the operator.
■Never use the product while people, especially children,
or pets are nearby.
■Keep bystanders, children, and pets 15 m away from the
area of operation. Turn off the product if anyone enters
the area.
■Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible for
accidents or hazards occurring to other people or their
property.
■Wear heavy, long trousers, boots, and gloves. Do not
wear loose-fitting clothing, short trousers, or jewellery of
any kind. Do not use the product with bare feet. Always
wear eye and ear protection.
■Consider the environment in which you are working.
Keep the working area free from wires, sticks, stones,
and debris, which if struck by the cutter can become
thrown objects.
■Before use, always visually inspect the product to see
that the blades, blade bolts, and cutter assembly are not
worn or damaged. Replace worn or damaged blades
and bolts in sets to preserve balance.
■Use only manufacturer-recommended replacement
parts and accessories.
■Use the product in daylight or with good artificial light.
■Keep firm footing and balance at all times, and be sure of
proper footing on slopes. Walk, never run.
■Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the edger
toward you.
■Make sure that the blade has stopped before crossing
surfaces other than grass and when transporting the
product to and from the area to be edged.
■Never operate the product with defective, missing, or
incorrectly fitted guards.
■Turn on the product carefully according to instructions
and with feet well away from the blades. Never stand
or have any part of your body in line with the path of the
edger blade.
■Do not start the product when a bystander is standing in
front of the blades.
■Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts.
■To reduce the risk of injury associated with contacting
moving parts, always turn off the product, remove the
battery pack, and allow both to cool down. Make sure
that all moving parts have come to a complete stop:
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●before servicing
●before clearing a blockage
●before checking, cleaning, and working on the
product
●before changing accessories
●after striking a foreign object
–Inspect the blades for damage, and make repairs
before restarting and operating the product.
●before leaving the product unattended
●before performing maintenance
●whenever the product starts to vibrate abnormally
–Check the product immediately.
■Injuries may be caused, or aggravated, by prolonged
use of a tool. When using any tool for prolonged periods,
ensure to take regular breaks.
■Operate the product only in temperatures between 0 °C
and 40 °C.
■Store the product in a location where the ambient
temperature is between 0 °C and 40 °C.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY WARNINGS
■Some regions have regulations that restrict the use of
the product. Check with your local authority for advice.
■Avoid using the product in bad weather especially if
there is a risk of lightning.
■Avoid using the product on wet grass.
■Hearing protection may restrict the operator’s ability
to hear warning sounds. Pay particular attention to
potential hazards around and inside the working area.
ADDITIONAL BATTERY SAFETY WARNINGS
■To reduce the risk of fire, personal injury, and product
damage due to a short circuit, never immerse the
product, battery pack, or charger in fluid or allow fluid
to flow inside them. Corrosive or conductive fluids, such
as seawater, certain industrial chemicals, and bleach
or bleach-containing products, etc., can cause a short
circuit.
■Charge the battery pack in a location where the ambient
temperature is between 10 °C and 38 °C.
■Store the battery pack in a location where the ambient
temperature is between 0 °C and 40 °C.
■Use the battery pack in a location where the ambient
temperature is between 0 °C and 40 °C.
OVERLOAD PROTECTION
RYOBI 18 V lithium-ion batteries are designed with features
that protect the lithium-ion cells and maximise battery life.
If the product stops during use, the following may be the
causes:
■The maximum current draw of the battery pack has been
exceeded, causing it to automatically stop powering the
product. Release the trigger to reset the product, and
pull the trigger to resume operation.
■Excessive temperatures cause the battery pack to stop
powering the product. If the battery pack is too warm,
allow it to cool down.
TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE
■Turn off the product, remove the battery pack, and allow
both to cool down before storing or transporting.
■Remove all foreign materials from the product.
■Check all nuts, bolts, and screws before each use and
at frequent intervals for proper tightness to ensure that
the product is in safe working condition. Any part that is
damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an
authorised service centre.
■Do not store or transport the product with the battery
pack installed. Remove the battery pack, and secure it
separately. Store the product in a cool, dry, and well-
ventilated place that is inaccessible to children. Keep
the product away from corrosive agents, such as garden
chemicals and de-icing salts. Do not store the product
outdoors.
■For transportation in vehicles, secure the product
against movement or falling to prevent injury to persons
or damage to the product.
TRANSPORTING LITHIUM BATTERIES
■Transport the battery pack 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.
MAINTENANCE
■Use only original manufacturer’s replacement parts,
accessories, and attachments. Failure to do so can cause
possible injury, can contribute to poor performance, and
may void your warranty.
■Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge
and should be performed only by a qualified service
technician. Have the product serviced by an authorised
service centre only. When servicing, use only original
replacement parts.
■Turn off the product and remove the battery pack before
conducting any maintenance or cleaning work.
■You may make adjustments and repairs described in this
manual. For other repairs, contact an authorised service
centre.
■After each use, clean the product with a soft, dry cloth.
Any part that is damaged should be properly repaired or
replaced by an authorised service centre.
■Check all nuts, bolts, and screws before each use and
at frequent intervals for proper tightness to ensure that
the product is in safe working condition. Any part that is
damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an
authorised service centre.
■Bring the product to an authorised service centre to
replace damaged or unreadable labels.
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SYMBOLS ON THE PRODUCT
Safety alert
Read and understand all instructions
before operating the product. Follow all
warnings and safety instructions.
Wear eye, ear, and head protection.
Wear non-slip safety footwear when
using the product.
Wear non-slip, heavy-duty gloves.
Beware of thrown or ying objects.
Keep all bystanders, especially children
and pets, at least 15 m away from the
operating area.
Keep hands and feet away from the
blade and cutting area.
Direction of blade rotation
Do not expose the product to rain or
damp conditions.
Remove the battery pack before starting
any work on the product.
Regulatory Compliance Mark (RCM).
The product meets applicable regulatory
requirements.
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.
SYMBOLS IN THIS MANUAL
Note
Warning
Parts or accessories sold separately
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