Ryobi R18CLV120 User manual

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R18CLV120

2
Original Instructions
IMPORTANT!
It is essential that you read the instructions in this manual
before assembling, operating, and maintaining the
product.
Subject to technical modication.
Safety, performance, and dependability have been given top
priority in the design of your cordless cultivator.
INTENDED USE
The cordless cultivator is intended only for outdoor use by
a standing operator walking with the product. For safety
reasons, the product must be adequately controlled by using
a two-handed operation at all times.
The product is designed for cultivating or
loosening soil in an open domestic garden area.
The product should never be operated with the wheels o󰀨
the ground. It should not be ridden on.
The product should be used only as described in this
manual.
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) 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.

3
Original Instructions
■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.
CULTIVATOR SAFETY WARNINGS
■Use the product across the face of slopes; never up
and down. Exercise extreme caution when changing
direction on slopes.
■Exercise extreme caution when reversing or pulling the
product towards you.
■Never pick up or carry the product while the motor is
running.
■Use the product only in daylight or with good artificial
light.
■Keep proper footing and balance at all times, especially
on slopes. Walk, never run.
■Do not use the product near drop-offs, ditches,
excessively steep slopes, or embankments. Poor footing
could cause a slip-and-fall accident.
■Keep hands and feet away from the rotating tines at all
times and especially when turning on the motor.
■Turn off the product, and remove the battery pack. Make
sure that all moving parts have come to a complete stop:
●before leaving the product unattended
●before cleaning the product or clearing a blockage
●before checking for any damage after hitting an
object
●if the machine starts to vibrate abnormally (check
immediately)
●before performing maintenance
■Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the
controls and the correct use of 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 operate the product while people, especially
children, or pets are nearby. Keep in mind that the
operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazards.
■While operating the product, always wear substantial
footwear and long trousers. While operating the product
always wear substantial footwear and long trousers.
■Thoroughly inspect the area where the product is to be
used, and remove all objects which can be thrown by
the product.
■Before each use, always visually inspect to see, that
the housing is undamaged and that guards and handles
are in place and properly secured. Replace worn or
damaged components in sets to preserve balance.
ADDITIONAL BATTERY SAFETY WARNINGS
To reduce the risk of re, personal injury, and product
damage due to a short circuit, never immerse the product,
battery pack, or charger in uid or allow uid to ow inside
them. Corrosive or conductive uids, such as seawater,
certain industrial chemicals, and bleach or bleach-containing
products, etc., can cause a short circuit.
■Operate the product only in temperatures between 0°C
and 40°C.
TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE
■Allow the product to cool down before storing or
transporting.
■Remove all foreign materials from the product. 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 a vehicle, secure the product
against movement or falling to prevent injury to persons
or damage to the product.

4
Original Instructions
■Store the product in a location where the ambient
temperature is between 0°C and 40°C.
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
battery packs 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 qualied service technician. Have
the product serviced by an authorised service centre only.
Check all nuts, bolts, and screws at frequent intervals for
proper tightness to ensure that the product is in safe working
condition.
SYMBOLS ON THE PRODUCT
Safety alert
Beware of thrown or ying objects.
Keep all bystanders, especially children
and pets, at least 15 m away from the
operating area.
Read and understand all instructions
before operating the product. Follow all
warnings and safety instructions.
Wear eye protection.
Wear hearing protection.
Do not expose to rain or damp
condition
93
Guaranteed sound power level
Keep feet and hands away from
rotating tines.
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
Parts or accessories sold separately
Note
Warning

5
Know your product
R18CLV120
Lock-out button
Speed selector switch
Trigger switch
Handle adjustment knob
Shaft lock bolts
Lower shaft
Tine guard
Handle
Operator's manual
Outer tine D
Inner tine C
Inner tine B
Outer tine A
Hitch pin
Crosshead screwdriver
Battery pack
Charger
Tine guard locking slot

6
Getting started
1
2
10
Press the lock-out button and squeeze the
trigger to operate the product.
NOTE: The product must be adequately
controlled by using two-handed operation
at all times.
C
B
A
D
A
B
C
D
1
7
9
5
Insert the hitch pin into the holes located
on the side of the tine shaft.
WARNING: Do not operate the product if the tine guard is not locked. Make sure that the
tine guard is locked by pushing it down until it clicks into place.
Always wear safety goggles or safety
glasses with side shields and ear
protection when operating the product.
Failure to do so could result in objects
being thrown into your eyes, resulting in
possible serious injury.
NOTE: The product will not operate properly if the tines are installed incorrectly.
Install the battery pack until the latches
click into place. Make sure that the battery
pack is securely attached before using the
product.

7
Getting started
7
5
9
A
B
12
1
2
2
3
2
11
2
7
3
8
DC
1
2
1
2
4
6
Turn the handle adjustment knob
counterclockwise to release the knob.
Install the front handle.
Insert the handle adjustment knob back in
place. Turn the knob clockwise to secure
it in place.
Place tine B on the tine shaft to the right of
the gearbox. The stamped side of the tine
should face toward the gearbox. Place a
felt washer on the tine shaft. Place the
outer tine labeled A on the right side of the
tine shaft. The stamped side should face
toward tine B.
Insert the hitch pin into the holes located
on the side of the tine shaft.
Place tine C on the tine shaft to the left of
the gearbox. The stamped side of the tine
should face away from the gearbox. Place
a felt washer on the tine shaft. Place the
outer tine labeled D on the left side of the
tine shaft. The stamped side should face
away from the gearbox.
Insert the lower shaft into the upper shaft.
Turn the shaft lock bolts clockwise to
secure the lower shaft.

8
p.11
p.15
p. 9
p.13
Four-tine operation
Cleaning the tines
Two-tine operation
Storing the product

9
Operation
1
1 2 3
1
2
2
3
FOUR-TINE OPERATION
WARNING: Keep hands and feet away from
the rotating tines at all times.
CAUTION: The product must be adequately
controlled by using a two-handed operation
at all times.
1. Install the battery pack until the latches
click into place. Make sure that the
battery pack is securely attached before
using the product.
2. Press the lock-out button, and squeeze
the trigger to start operating the product.
Use the speed selector switch to increase
the power when necessary.
3. Pull or push the cultivator while it is
digging in the soil’s surface.

10
Operation
NOTE: For cultivating ease and safety, use
a forward and backward motion when using
the product.
WARNING: Never operate the product on
rocky surfaces.

11
Operation
1
2
1
A
2
3
1
2
D
2
1
3
3
4
TWO-TINE OPERATION
1. Press the latches on each side, and
remove the battery pack.
CAUTION: Wait for the product to cool
before removing the tines.
2. Unlock the hitch pin, and remove tine A.
Install the hitch pin back in place.
3. Unlock the hitch pin, and remove tine D.
Install the hitch pin back in place.
4. Install the battery pack until the latches
click into place. Make sure that the
battery pack is securely attached before
using the product.

12
Operation
1 2 3
1
2
5
5. Press the lock-out button, and squeeze
the trigger to start operating the product.
Use the speed selector switch to increase
the power when necessary.

13
Maintenance
1
2
2
1
A
1
2
5
D
2
1
3
1
2
4
CLEANING THE TINES
1. Press the latches on each side, and
remove the battery pack.
2. Unlock the hitch pin and remove tine A.
3. Unlock the hitch pin and remove tine D.
4. Unlock the tine guard by using a
coin or screwdriver to turn the slot
counterclockwise.
5. Lift up the tine guard.

14
Maintenance
6
6. Clean the product with a soft, dry cloth.
Clean the debris from the tines with a stiff
brush.
WARNING: Do not use water to clean the
tines.

15
Storage
1
2
1
1
2
1
2
3
2
3
4
STORING THE PRODUCT
NOTE: Remove all foreign materials from the
product.
1. Press the lock-out button to lock the
trigger switch in place.
2. Press the latches on each side of the
battery pack to remove the battery pack.
3. Turn the handle adjustment knob
counterclockwise, and press the front
handle down. Turn the knob clockwise to
secure the handle.
4. Store the product in a cool, dry, and well-
ventilated place that is inaccessible to
children and well away from sources of
ignition.
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Cordless cultivator
Model R18CLV120
Weight without battery pack 4.8 kg
Attachment weight 1.15 kg
Weight with heaviest battery
pack
6.0 kg
Rated voltage 18 V d.c.
Maximum no-load speed 340 /min
Maximum working depth 10 cm x 20 cm
Noise emission values determined according to
AS/NZS 62841.1:2015+A1:2016
A–weighted sound pressure level
at the operator position
75.8 dB(A)
Uncertainty K = 3 dB
A–weighted sound power level 88.1 dB(A)
Uncertainty K = 3dB(A)
Guaranteed sound power level 93 dB(A)
Vibration values determined according to
AS/NZS 62841.1:2015+A1:2016
Front handle 1.08 m/s2
Rear handle 1.35 m/s2
Uncertainty K = 1.5 m/s2
BATTERY AND CHARGER
Model R18CLV120
Battery pack -
Weight -
Charger -
Compatible battery packs RB18L13, RB18L13Z, RB18L15,
RB18L15A, RB18L15B, RB1815C,
RB18L20A, RB1820C, RB18L25,
RB18L25A, RB18L30A, RB18L40,
RB18L40A, RB1840C, RB1840X,
RB18L50, RB18L50A, RB18L60A,
RB18L90A
Compatible charger BCL14181H, BCL14183H, BCS618,
RC18627U, RC18150, RC18150U,
RC18120, RC18115, BCL1418IV
WARNING! The declared vibration total values and the
declared noise emission values given in this instruction
manual have been measured in accordance with a
standardised test and may be used to compare one tool with
another. They may be used for a preliminary assessment
of exposure.
The declared vibration and noise emission values represent
the main applications of the tool. However, if the tool is used
for di󰀨erent applications, used with di󰀨erent accessories,
or poorly maintained, the vibration and noise emission
may di󰀨er. These conditions may signicantly increase the
exposure levels over the total working period.
An estimation of the level of exposure to vibration and noise
should take into account the times when the tool is turned o󰀨
or when it is running idle. These conditions may signicantly
reduce the exposure level over the total working period.
Identify additional safety measures to protect the operator
from the e󰀨ects of vibration and noise, such as maintaining
the tool and the accessories, keeping the hands warm (in
case of vibration), and organising work patterns.

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Imported by:
Techtronic Industries Australia Pty Ltd
31 Gilby Road, Mount Waverley, VIC 3149
Melbourne, Australia
Techtronic Industries N.Z. Limited
Unit C, 70 Business Parade South,
Highbrook, Auckland 2013, New Zealand
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