Ryobi One+ OHT1800P User manual

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OHT1800P
RHT18X20P

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 hedge trimmer.
INTENDED USE
The cordless hedge trimmer is intended only for outdoor use
in dry and well-illuminated conditions.
The product is designed for home or domestic use. The
product is intended to cut and trim hedges, shrubs, and
similar vegetation.
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 instruction 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 injury.
■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 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.
■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
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.
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Original Instructions

■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.
■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 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.
CORDLESS HEDGE TRIMMER SAFETY
WARNINGS
■Keep all parts of the body away from the cutter blade.
Do not remove the cut material or hold the material
to be cut when blades are moving. Make sure the
switch is off when clearing jammed materials. A
moment of inattention while operating the hedge trimmer
may result in serious personal injury.
■Carry the hedge trimmer by the handle with cutter
blade stopped. When transporting or storing the
hedge trimmer always fit the cutting device cover.
Proper handling of the hedge trimmer reduces possible
personal injury from the cutter blades.
■When transporting or storing the hedge trimmer,
always fit the blade cover. Proper handling of the
hedge trimmer will decrease the risk of personal
injury from the blades.
■When clearing jammed material or servicing the
unit, make sure all power switches are off and
the battery pack is removed or disconnected.
Unexpected actuation of the hedge trimmer while
clearing jammed material or servicing may result in
serious personal injury.
■Hold the 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 hedge trimmer “live”
and could give the operator an electric shock.
■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.
■Do not use the hedge trimmer in bad weather
conditions, especially when there is a risk of
lightning. This decreases the risk of being struck by
lightning.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY WARNINGS
■Do not attempt to cut stems or twigs that are larger than
14 mm thick, or are obviously too large to feed into the
cutting blade. Use a non-powered hand saw or pruning
saw to trim large stems.
■While operating the product, always hold it firmly with
both hands by the two handles.
■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.
■Check the hedges and bushes for foreign objects, such
as wire fences and hidden wiring.
■The product must be used only at ground level and not
on any other unstable support.
■Do not operate the product in poor lighting. The operator
requires a clear view of the work area to identify potential
hazards.
■The use of hearing protection reduces the ability to hear
warnings (shouts or alarms). The operator must pay
extra attention to what is going on in the working area.
■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:
●before adjusting the working position of the cutting
means
●before servicing
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Original Instructions

●before clearing a blockage
●before checking, cleaning, or working on the product
●before changing accessories
●before leaving the product unattended
●before checking for damage after striking a foreign
object
●before performing maintenance
●whenever the product starts to vibrate abnormally
■Do not force the product through heavy shrubbery. This
can cause the blades to bind and slow down. If the
blades slow down, reduce the pace.
■If the product is dropped, suffers heavy impact, or begins
to vibrate abnormally, immediately turn off the product
and inspect it for damage or identify the cause of the
vibration. Any damage should be properly repaired or
replaced by an authorised service centre.
■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.
■Injuries may be caused, or aggravated, by prolonged
use of a tool. When using any tool for prolonged periods,
ensure you take regular breaks.
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
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.
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. Store
the product in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area
that is inaccessible to children. For extra safety, store
the battery pack separately from the product. Keep the
product away from corrosive agents, such as garden
chemicals and de-icing salts. Do not store the product
outdoors.
■Fit the blade cover before storing the product or during
transportation.
■For transportation, secure the product 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, 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.
■The blades are extremely sharp. To prevent personal
injury, exercise extreme caution when cleaning,
lubricating, fitting, or removing the blade protector.
■Remove the battery pack before adjusting, maintaining,
or cleaning the product.
■You may make adjustments and repairs described in
this manual. For other repairs, have the product serviced
by an authorised service centre only.
■After each use, clean the plastic parts with a soft, dry
cloth.
■After each use, clean the debris from the blades with a
stiff brush, and then carefully apply a rust preventative
lubricant before refitting the blade protector. The
manufacturer recommends using rust preventative
lubricant spray to apply an even distribution and reduce
the risk of personal injury from contact with the blades.
For information about a suitable spray product, check
with an authorised service centre.
■Check all nuts, bolts, and screws 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.
SYMBOLS ON THE PRODUCT
Read and understand all instructions
before operating the product. Follow all
warnings and safety instructions.
Safety alert
Wear ear protection.
Wear non-slip, heavy duty gloves.
Wear eye protection.
To prevent serious injury, do not touch
the cutting blades.
Remove the battery pack before starting
any work on the product.
Always hold the hedge trimmer with both
hands when operating.
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Original Instructions

Do not expose the product to rain or
damp condition
Beware of thrown or ying objects.
Keep all bystanders, especially children
and pets, at least 15 m away from the
operating area.
Guaranteed sound power level
Regulatory Compliance Mark (RCM).
This 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
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Original Instructions

OHT1800P
RHT18X20P
Front safety switch
Front handle
Rear handle
Trigger
Guard
Blade
Blade cover
Operator’s manual
Battery pack
Charger
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Know your product

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Hold the front handle with one hand
and the rear handle with the other
hand. Squeeze the front safety switch
and the trigger.
Always wear safety goggles or safety
glasses with side shields when
operating the product. Wear ear
protection. When handling the blade
assembly, wear non-slip, heavy-duty
protective gloves.
Remove the blade cover.
WARNING: Keep hands away from the
blades at all times.
Install the battery pack until the latches
click into place. Make sure that the
battery pack is securely attached
before using the product.
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Getting started

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Operating the
hedge trimmer
Cleaning the
hedge trimmer
Storing the
hedge trimmer p.11
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3
OPERATING THE HEDGE TRIMMER
CAUTION: Always use two hands to operate
the product, which is tted with two handles.
Keep hands away from the blades at all
times.
1. Remove the blade cover.
2. Install the battery pack until the latches
click into place. Make sure that the
battery pack is securely attached before
using the product.
3. Squeeze the front safety switch and the
trigger.
WARNING: Ensure your footing is secure
when operating the product. Never operate
from a ladder.
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Operation

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CLEANING THE HEDGE TRIMMER
WARNING: The product does not have an
o󰀨 switch and will continue to operate when
both the front safety switch or trigger are
squeezed. Release either the front safety
switch or trigger to stop the product.
1. Press and hold the latch to release the
battery pack.
2. Clean the body and handles of the
product with a soft, dry cloth after each
use. Remove the debris from the blades
with a stiff brush.
NOTE: Do not use water and soap to
clean the product.
3. Lubricate the blades lightly before and
after use.
NOTE: Use only plant-friendly or
dedicated lawn and garden hedge
trimmer lubricants.
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Maintenance

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STORING THE HEDGE TRIMMER
WARNING: The product does not have an
o󰀨 switch and will continue to operate when
both the front safety switch or trigger are
squeezed.
NOTE: Remove all foreign materials from the
product before storing.
1. Remove the battery pack.
2. Install the blade cover.
3. Store the product in a cool, dry, and
well-ventilated place that is inaccessible
to children and away from sources of
ignition.
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Storage

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Cordless hedge trimmer
Model OHT1800P
Rated voltage 18 V d.c.
No-load speed 1300/min ±10%
Blade length 40 cm
Cutting capacity 14 mm
Vibration level (in accordance with EN 62841-1:2015 and EN 62841-
4-2:2019)
Front handle 1.7 m/s2
Rear handle 1.3 m/s2
Uncertainty of measurement 1.5 m/s2
Noise emission level (in accordance with EN 62841-1:2015 and EN
62841-4-2:2019)
A-weighted sound pressure level 84.2 dB(A)
Uncertainty of measurement 1.8 dB
A-weighted sound power level 92.2 dB(A)
Uncertainty of measurement 1.8 dB
Weight without battery pack 1.5 kg
Maximum weight 2.7 kg
BATTERY AND CHARGER
Model RHT18X20P OHT1800P
Battery pack RB1820C -
Weight 0.43 kg -
Charger RC18115 -
Weight 0.35 kg -
Compatible
battery packs
RB18L13, RB18L13Z, RB18L15, RB18L15A,
RBL18L15B, RB1815C, RB18L20, RB18L20A,
RB18L25, RBL18L25A, RB1825C, RBL18L26,
RB18L30, RB18L30A, RB18L40, RB18L40A,
RB1840C, RB1840X, RB18L50, RB18L50A,
RB1850C, RB1850X, RB18L60, RB18L60A,
RB1860X, RB18L90, RB18L90A, RB1820C
Compatible
chargers
BCL14181H, BCL14183H, BCS618, RC18627,
BCL1418IV, RC18150U, RC18150, RC18150U,
RC18627U, RC18120, RC18115, RC18118C
NOTE: Visit your local special orders desk or contact RYOBI
customer service for replacement parts.
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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