Ryobi RY18GSA User manual

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Important! It is essential that you read the instructions in this manual before assembling, maintaining and
operating the product.
Attention! Il est essentiel que vous lisiez les instructions contenues dans ce manuel avant d’assembler,
d’entretenir et d’utiliser le produit.
Achtung! Es ist wichtig, dass Sie vor Zusammenbau, Wartung und Benutzung des Produktes die Anweisungen
in dieser Anleitung lesen.
¡Atención! Resulta fundamental que lea este manual de instrucciones antes de realizar el montaje, el
mantenimiento y de utilizar este producto
Attenzione! E’ importante leggere le istruzioni contenute nel presente manuale prima di montare il prodotto,
svolgere le operazioni di manutenzione sullo stesso e metterlo in funzione.
Let op! Het is van essentieel belang dat u de instructies in deze gebruiksaanwijzing leest voor u het product
monteert, onderhoudt en gebruikt.
Atenção! É fundamental que leia as instruções deste manual antes da montagem, manutenção e operação
do aparelho.
OBS! Det er vigtigt, at man læser instrukserne i denne brugsanvisning, inden man samler, vedligeholder
og betjener produktet.
Observera! Det är viktigt att du läser instruktionerna i manualen före montering, användning och underhåll av
produkten.
Huomio! On tärkeää, että luet tämän käsikirjan ohjeet ennen tuotteen kokoamista, huoltoa ja käyttöä.
Advarsel! Det er viktig at du leser instruksjonene i denne manualen før sammensetning, vedlikehold og bruk
av produktet
Внимание! Необходимо прочитать инструкции в данном руководстве перед сборкой, обслуживанием и
эксплуатацией этого изделия.
Uwaga! Koniecznie należy przeczytać instrukcje zawarte w tym podręczniku przed montażem, obsługą oraz
konserwacją produktu.
Důležité
upozornění! Neinstalujte, neprovádějte údržbu ani nepoužívejte tento výrobek dříve, než si přečtete pokyny uvedené v tomto návodu.
Figyelem! Fontos, hogy a termék összeszerelése, karbantartása és használata előtt elolvassa a kézikönyvben
található utasításokat.
Atenţie! Este esențial să citiți instrucțiunile din acest manual înainte de asamblare, efectuarea întreținerii și
operarea produsului.
Uzmanību! Ir svarīgi izlasīt šīs rokasgrāmatas instrukcijas pirms uzstādīšanas, apkopes un preces
darbināšanas.
Dėmesio! Prieš surenkant, prižiūrint ir naudojant gaminį, būtina perskaityti šiame vadove pateiktus nurodymus.
Tähtis! Enne masina kokkupanekut, hooldamist ja kasutama hakkamist tuleb käesolevas juhendis esitatud
juhised kindlasti läbi lugeda.
Upozorenje! Vrlo je važno da ste prije sklapanja, održavanja i rada s ovim proizvodom pročitali upute u ovom
priručniku.
Pomembno! Pomembno je da pred montažo vzdrževanjem in uporabo tega izdelka preberete navodila v tem
priročniku.
Upzornenie! Je dôležité, aby ste si pred montážou, údržbou a obsluhou produktu prečítali pokyny v tomto
návode.
Важно! Изключително важно е да прочетете инструкциите в настоящото ръководство, преди да
преминете към сглобяване, поддръжка или работа с продукта.
Важливо! Дуже важливо, щоб ви прочитали інструкції в цьому керівництві перед складанням,
обслуговуванням та експлуатацією цієї машини.
Önemli! Ürünü monte etmeden, kullanmadan ve bakımını yapmadan önce bu kılavuzdaki talimatları
okumanız önemlidir.
Subject to technical modication | Sous réserve de modications techniques | Technische Änderungen vorbehalten
| Bajo reserva de modicaciones técnicas | Con riserva di eventuali modiche tecniche | Technische wijzigingen
voorbehouden | Com reserva de modicações técnicas | Med forbehold for tekniske ændringer | Med förbehåll för
tekniska ändringar | Tekniset muutokset varataan | Med forbehold om tekniske endringer | могут быть внесены
технические изменения | Z zastrzeżeniem modykacji technicznych | Změny technických údajů vyhrazeny
| A műszaki módosítás jogát fenntartjuk | Sub rezerva modicaţiilor tehnice | Paturam tiesības mainīt tehniskos
raksturlielumus | Pasiliekant teisę daryti techninius pakeitimus | Tehnilised muudatused võimalikud | Podloæno
tehniëkim promjenama | Tehnične spremembe dopuščene | Právo na technické zmeny je vyhradené | Подлежи на
технически модификации | Є об’єктом для технічних змін | Teknik değişikliğe tabidir.

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Original Instructions
Safety, performance, and dependability have been given top
priority in the design of your cordless grass shears/shrubber.
INTENDED USE
The cordless grass shears/shrubber is intended only for
outdoor use. The product is designed for home or domestic
use.
When used with a shear attachment, the product is intended
for light trimming of grass and weeds. When used with a
shrubber attachment, the product is intended for light
trimming of shrubs, hedges, and bushes.
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, fire, 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 a 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 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.
■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.

4Original Instructions
■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 authorised service providers.
GRASS SHEARS/SHRUBBER SAFETY WARNINGS
■Do not use the grass shear or hedge trimmer in bad
weather conditions, especially when there is a risk
of lightning. This decreases the risk of being struck by
lightning.
■Keep all power cords and cables away from cutting
area. Power cords or cables may be hidden in hedges or
bushes and can be accidentally cut by the blade.
■Wear ear protection. Adequate protective equipment
will reduce the risk of hearing loss.
■Hold the grass shear or hedge trimmer by insulated
gripping surfaces only, because the blade may
contact hidden wiring. Blades contacting a “live” wire
may make exposed metal parts of the grass shear or
hedge trimmer “live” and could give the operator an
electric shock.
■Keep all parts of the body away from the blade. Do
not remove cut material or hold material to be cut
when blades are moving. Blades continue to move
after the switch is turned off. A moment of inattention
while operating the grass shear or hedge trimmer may
result in serious personal injury.
■When clearing jammed material or servicing the
grass shear or hedge trimmer, make sure the power
switch is off and the battery pack is removed or
disconnected. Unexpected actuation of the grass
shear or hedge trimmer while clearing jammed material
or servicing may result in serious personal injury.
■Carry the grass shear or hedge trimmer by the
handle with the blade stopped and taking care not
to operate the power switch. Proper carrying of the
grass shear or hedge trimmer will decrease the risk of
inadvertent starting and resultant personal injury from
the blades.
■When transporting or storing the grass shear or
hedge trimmer, always use the blade cover. Proper
handling of the grass shear or hedge trimmer will
decrease the risk of personal injury from the blades.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY WARNINGS
■Do not attempt to cut stems or twigs that are larger than
the cutting capacity indicated in the specifications table,
or are obviously too large to feed into the cutting blade.
Use a non-powered hand saw or pruning saw to trim
large stems.
■Check the hedges and bushes for foreign objects, such
as wire fences and hidden wiring.
■While operating the product, hold it firmly by the
designated handle only.
■Use the product only at ground level and not on any
other unstable support.
■Inspect the product before each use. Check for loose
fasteners, etc. Make sure that all guards and handles are
properly and securely attached. Replace any damaged
parts before use. Check for battery pack leaks.
■Before operating the grass shear or hedge trimmer,
make sure that the extension shaft, if any, is in the
locked position.
■If the grass shear or hedge trimmer is installed with
an adjustable handle, make sure that the grass shear
or hedge trimmer is turned off and the blades are not
moving before adjusting the handle.
■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 BATTERY SAFETY WARNINGS
■To reduce the risk of fire, personal injury, and product
damage due to a short circuit, never immerse the tool,
battery pack, or charger in fluid or allow fluid to flow
inside them. Corrosive or conductive fluids, such as

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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 20°C.
■Use the battery pack in a location where the ambient
temperature is between 0°C and 40°C.
TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE
■When transporting or storing the product, always fit the
product with the blade cover.
■Clean the product thoroughly before storing. Store the
product in a dry, well-ventilated area that is inaccessible
to children. Keep the product away from corrosive
agents, such as garden chemicals and de-icing salts.
■Store and charge the battery packs in a cool area.
Temperatures above or below normal room temperature
shorten the battery life.
■Never store the battery packs in a discharged condition.
Wait for the battery pack to cool down and charge
immediately.
■When transporting the product in a vehicle, secure it
against movement or falling to prevent injury to persons
or damage to the product.
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, nonconductive 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. For service, bring the product to an
authorised service centre for repair.
■Turn off the product and remove the battery pack before
conducting any maintenance or cleaning work.
■Use gloves when maintaining the cutting blades.
■Maintain the product with care. Keep the cutting blades
sharp and clean for best performance and to reduce
the risk of injury. Follow instructions for lubricating and
changing accessories. Keep handles dry, clean, and
free from oil and grease.
■After each use, clean the body and handles with a soft,
dry cloth.
■After each use, remove the debris from the blades with
a stiff brush, and then carefully apply a rust preventative
lubricant before refitting the blade cover. Use a rust
preventative lubricant spray to apply an even distribution
and reduce the risk of personal injury from contact with
the cutting blades. For information about suitable spray
product, check with an authorised service centre.
■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, and grease.
■Always ensure that the ventilation openings are kept
clear of debris.
■Periodically inspect the cutting blades for damage and
wear.
■For easier operation and longer blade life, lubricate
the cutting blades before and after each use. Before
lubricating, remove the battery pack and lay the cutting
blades on a flat surface. Apply lightweight machine oil
along the edge of the top blade. Do not apply oil when
the product is running.
KNOW YOUR PRODUCT
See page 106.
1. Handle, insulated gripping surface
2. Trigger lock button
3. Operator's manual
4. On/off trigger
5. Blade post
6. Shrubber blade
7. Quick-release latch
8. Grass shear blade
9. Grass shear blade cover
10. Shrubber blade cover
11. Battery pack
12. Charger
13. Spray lubricant
SYMBOLS ON THE PRODUCT
Safety alert
Read and understand all instructions
before operating the product. Follow all
warnings and safety instructions.
European Conformity Mark
British Conformity Mark
EurAsian Conformity Mark
Ukraine Conformity Mark
Wear eye protection.
Wear ear protection.