Ryobi R18CLVH1 User manual

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R18CLVH1

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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 for outdoor use only. The
product is designed for cultivating or loosening soil in an
open domestic garden area.
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 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

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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 CARE AND USE
■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.
CULTIVATOR SAFETY WARNINGS
■Never carry the product while the product is running.
■Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the
controls and the correct use of the product.
■Use the product only in daylight or with good artificial
light.
■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.
■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.
■Keep hands away from the rotating tines at all times and
especially when turning on the product.
■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
■Operate the product only in temperatures 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
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 20°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.
■Store the product in a location where the ambient
temperature is between -10°C and 50°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

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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 qualified 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
Read and understand all instructions
before operating the product. Follow all
warnings and safety instructions.
Regulatory Compliance Mark (RCM).
The product meets applicable
regulatory requirements.
Wear eye protection.
Wear hearing protection.
Do not expose the product to rain or
damp conditions.
Keep hands away from rotating tines.
Keep feet away from rotating tines.
Beware of thrown or ying objects.
Keep all bystanders, especially
children and pets, at least 15 m away
from the operating area.
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

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Know your product
R18CLVH1
x 4
x 3
Tine guard
Front handle
Speed selector
Rear handle
Trigger release button
Switch trigger
Short screws
Blade release cap
Compression spring
Pick tine
Battery pack
Charger
Grease
Long screws

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Getting started
Press the compression spring and
attach it onto the right tine.
Release the compression spring to
secure the right tine. Attach the blade
release cap onto the product. Turn the
blade release cap clockwise to secure.
Insert the battery pack into the product
until the latches click into place.
1
2
1
2
3
4
1
2
1 2
6
3
7
NOTE: The front handle can be
installed on the left or right side of the
product.
Secure the right side of the front handle
using the long screw. Rotate clockwise
to tighten.
Always wear safety goggles or safety
glasses with side shields when
operating the product. Failure to do so
could result in objects being thrown into
your eyes, resulting in possible serious
injury.
Push down to attach the tine guard into
the product.
Secure the bottom of the front handle
using the long screw and rotate
clockwise to tighten.
Secure the base part of the tine guard
onto the product using the short screws
and rotate clockwise to tighten.
1
22
1
3
11 12 13

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Getting started
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11
1
2
1
2
3
8 9 10
Secure the left side of the front handle
using the long screw. Rotate clockwise
to tighten.
Secure the upper part of the tine guard onto the product using the short screws
and rotate clockwise to tighten.
Attach the left tine and blade release
cap onto the product. Turn the blade
release cap clockwise to secure it.
Push the front handle onto the product
until it is securely attached.
Attach the right tine onto the product.
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2
4
4 5
Press the trigger release button and
squeeze the switch trigger to turn on
the product.
WARNING: Keep hands and feet away
from the rotating tines at all times.
1
2
14

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p.10
p.13p.12
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Operating the
product
Adding grease to
the product
Storing the product
Cleaning the
product

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Operation
1
1 2 3
2
3
1
2
2
TWO-TINE OPERATION
WARNING: Keep hands and feet away from
the rotating tines at all times.
WARNING: The product must be adequately
controlled by using two-handed operation at
all times.
1. Insert the battery pack into the product
until the latches click into place. Make
sure that the battery pack is securely
attached before using the product.
2. Press trigger release button at one side,
then squeeze the switch trigger to turn on
the product.
NOTE: Use the speed selector switch to
increase the power when necessary. Slide
the speed selector once for 180/min speed,
two times for 200/min, and three times for
220/min. The product has only one rotation
direction.

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Operation
1
2
1
3
4
2
1
2
3
4
ADDING GREASE TO THE PRODUCT
NOTE: Grease is added on the right hand
drive shaft (from operator’s position) during
production to ensure that the tines run
smoothly. The grease needs to be reapplied
to the drive shaft after approximately 1 hour
of use to help limit vibration in the tines. If you
do not experience vibration while running the
tines outside of the soil, then you do not need
to reapply the grease. Perform the steps
below to add grease to the drive shaft.
NOTE: General multipurpose grease can be
used to lubricate the drive shaft.
1. Press the latch on each side, and remove
the battery pack.
2. From the operator position, remove
the right hand blade release cap and
compression spring.
3. Remove the right tine.
4. Apply 1 g of general purpose grease onto
the drive shaft. Evenly spread the grease
around the entire drive shaft.

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Operation
5
3
1
2
6
2
1
7
5. Attach the right tine onto the drive shaft.
6. Reinstall the compression spring onto
the drive shaft.
7. Reinstall the blade release cap onto the
drive shaft.

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Maintenance
1
2
1
2
CLEANING THE PRODUCT
1. Press the latch on each side, and remove
the battery pack.
2. Clean the product with a soft brush.
Remove all foreign materials.
WARNING: Do not use water to clean the
tines.

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Storage
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1
1
2
2
3
STORING THE PRODUCT
1. Clean the product.
2. Press the latch on each side, and remove
the battery pack.
3. Store the product in a cool, dry, and well-
ventilated place that is inaccessible to
children and well away from sources of
ignition.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Cordless cultivator
Model R18CLVH1
Rated voltage 18 V d.c.
Working width 120 mm
Working depth 50 mm
Speed settings
Speed 1 (no-load speed) 180 /min
Speed 2 (no-load speed) 200 /min
Speed 3 (no-load speed) 220 /min
Weight without battery pack 1.60 kg
Weight with heaviest battery
pack (9.0 Ah battery pack)
2.80 kg
Noise emission level (in accordance with EN 62841-1)
A–weighted sound pressure
level at the operator position
LpA = 65.4 dB(A)
Uncertainty K= 3.0 dB
A–weighted sound power level LwA =76.4 dB(A)
Uncertainty K= 3.0 dB(A)
Vibration level (in accordance with EN 62841-1)
Front handle ah = 0.5 m/s2
Rear handle ah = 0.8 m/s2
Uncertainty K = 1.5 m/s2
Guaranteed sound power level 79 dB(A)
BATTERY AND CHARGER
Model R18CLVH1
Compatible battery
packs
RB18L13, RB18L13Z, RB18L15, RB18L15A,
RB18L15B, RB1815C, RB18L20, RB18L20A,
RB1820C, RB18L25, RB18L25A, RB1825C,
RB18L26, RB18L30, RB18L30A, RB18L40,
RB18L40A, RB1840C, RB1840X, RB18L50,
RB18L50A, RB1850C, RB1850X, RB18L60,
RB18L60A, RB1860X, RB18L90, RB18L90A
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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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
RYOBI is a trade mark of Ryobi Limited, and is used under license.
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