Ryobi P2008 User manual

OPERATOR’S MANUAL
MANUEL D’UTILISATION
MANUAL DEL OPERADOR
18 VOLT STRING TRIMMER/EDGER
18 V TAILLE-BORDURES À LIGNE/COUPE-BORDURES
18 V RECORTADORA DE HILO/
RECORTADORA DE BORDES
P2008
Su recortadoras de hilo/recortadora de bordes ha sido diseñada
y fabricada de conformidad con las estrictas normas para brindar
fiabilidad,facilidaddeusoyseguridadparaeloperador.Coneldebido
cuidado,lebrindarámuchosañosdesólidoyeficientefuncionamiento.
ADVERTENCIA: Para reducir el riesgo de lesiones,
el usuario debe leer y comprender el manual del operador antes
de usar este producto.
Le agradecemos su compra.
Letaille-borduresàligne/coupe-borduresaété conçueet fabriquée
conformémentà nosstrictes normes de fiabilité, simplicité d’emploi
etsécurité d’utilisation.Correctemententretenue,ellevous donnera
des années de fonctionnement robuste et sans problème.
AVERTISSEMENT : Pour réduire les risques de
blessures, l’utilisateur doit lire et veiller à bien comprendre le
manuel d’utilisation avant d’employer ce produit.
Merci de votre achat.
CONSERVER CE MANUEL POUR
FUTURE RÉFÉRENCE
GUARDE ESTE MANUAL PARA
FUTURAS CONSULTAS
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
Your trimmer/edger has been engineered and manufactured to our high standard for dependability, ease of operation, and
operator safety. When properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator’s manual before using
this product.
Thank you for your purchase.
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See this fold-out section for all the figures
referenced in the operator’s manual.
Voir que cette section d’encart pour toutes les
figures a adressé dans le manuel d’utilisation.
Vea esta sección de la página desplegable para
todas las figuras mencionó en el manual del operador.
Fig. 1 Fig. 2
Fig. 3
Fig. 6
A - Switch trigger (gâchette, gatillo del
interruptor)
B - Handle overmold (surmoulage de poignée,
mangos sobremoldeado)
C - Lock-out button (bouton de verrouillage,
botón de seguro de seguro)
D - Adjustable front handle (poignée avant
réglable, mango delantero ajustable)
E - Grass defector (déflecteur d’herbe, deflector
de hierba)
F - Trimmer shaft (arbre du taille-bordures, eje
de la recortadora)
G - Power head (bloc moteur, cabezal motor)
H - Coupler (coupleur, acoplador)
I - Foot pedal (pédale de pied, pedal de pie)
J - Edger wheel (roue de coupe-bordures, rueda
de recortadora de bordes)
K - Speed switch (interrupteur de vitesse,
interruptor de velocidad)
A - Power head (bloc moteur, cabezal motor)
B - Coupler (coupleur, acoplador)
C - Attachment threaded base and plug (base
filetée et bouchon, base roscada y tapón)
D - Trimmer shaft (arbre du taille-bordures, eje
de la recortadora)
E - Front handle (poignée avant, mango delantero)
F - Wing bolt (boulon à oreilles, perno de mariposa)
G - Base (base, base)
H - Arrow (flèche, flecha)
A - Battery pack (bloc-piles, paquete de
baterías)
B - Latch (loquet, pestillo)
A
A - Phillips screwdriver (tournevis phillips,
destornillador phillips)
A - Grass deflector (déflecteur d’herbe, deflector
de hierba)
B - String head (tête de ligne, cabezal del línea)
C - Motor housing (boîtier du moteur,
alojamiento del motor)
D - Line cut-off blade (lame de sectionnement
de ligne, cuchilla de corte del hilo)
E - Screws (vis, tornillos)
Fig. 4
A - Screw holes (orifices de las vis, agujeros del
tornillo)
B - Screws (vis, tornillos)
Fig. 5
A - Speed switch (interrupteur de vitesse,
interruptor de velocidad)
B - Lock-out button (bouton de verrouillage,
botón de seguro de seguro)
C - Switch trigger (gâchette, gatillo del
interruptor)
Fig. 7
B
C
F
E
D
A
A
B
D
C
E
A
B
A
B
B
C
A
G
K
H
IJ
C
D
F
E
A
B
H
G

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A - Direction of rotation (sens de rotation,
sentido de la rotación)
B - Best cutting area (d’efficacité, área de corte
óptima)
C - Dangerous cutting area (zone de coup
dangereuse, área de corte peligrosa)
Fig. 8
Fig. 9
Fig. 10
A - Knob (bouton, perilla)
PROPER TRIMMER OPERATING POSITION
TAILLE-BORDURE POSITION DE TRAVAIL
POSICIÓN CORRECTA PARA EL MANEJO
PARA RECORTAR
Fig. 11
A - Black button (bouton noir, botón negro)
B - Line (ligne, línea)
Fig. 12
Fig. 13
Fig. 14
A - Screw (vis, tornillo)
B - Line cut-off blade (lame coupe-ligne,
cuchilla de corte)
A -Foot pedal (pédale de pied, pedal de pie)
Fig. 15
PROPER EDGING OPERATING POSITION
POSITION D’UTILISATION CORRECTE
POUR COUPE-BORDURES
POSICIÓN CORRECTA PARA EL MANEJO
DE LA CORTAR BORDES
A - Spool retainer (retenue de bobine, retén del
carrete)
B - Spool (bobine, carrete)
C - Tabs (languettes, pestañas)
D - Slot (fente, ranura)
E - Eyelet (trou, agujero)
F - Slot (fente, ranura)
Fig. 16
WIND CLOCKWISE
ENROULER DANS LE SENS HORAIRE
ENROLLE HACIA LA DERECHA
A - Spool (bobine, carrete)
B - Hole (trou, agujero)
Fig. 17
A
A
B
C
A - Line cut-off blade (lame coupe-ligne,
cuchilla de corte)
B - Line (ligne, línea)
A
B
A
B
A
A
A
B
B
C
E
D
F
B
A

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Introduction ...................................................................................................................................................................... 2
Introduction / Introducción
Important Safety Instructions ........................................................................................................................................3-4
Instructions importantes concernant la securite / Instrucciones de seguidad importantes
Symbols............................................................................................................................................................................ 5
Symboles / Símbolos
Features............................................................................................................................................................................ 6
Caractéristiques / Características
Assembly.......................................................................................................................................................................6-7
Assemblage / Armado
Operation.......................................................................................................................................................................8-9
Utilisation / Funcionamiento
Maintenance..............................................................................................................................................................10-11
Entretien / Mantenimiento
Troubleshooting.............................................................................................................................................................. 11
Dépannage / Corrección de problemas
Warranty ......................................................................................................................................................................... 12
Garantie / Garantía
Parts Ordering and Service ...............................................................................................................................Back Page
Commande de pièces et réparation / Pedidos de piezas y servicio ......................................................... Page arrière / Pág. posterior
TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE DES MATIÈRES / ÍNDICE DE CONTENIDO
INTRODUCTION
INTRODUCTION / INTRODUCCIÓN
This product has many features for making its use more pleasant and enjoyable. Safety, performance, and dependability
have been given top priority in the design of this product making it easy to maintain and operate.
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Ce produit offre de nombreuses fonctions destinées à rendre son utilisation plus plaisante et satisfaisante. Lors de la
conception de ce produit, l’accent a été mis sur la sécurité, les performances et la fiabilité, afin d’en faire un outil facile à
utiliser et à entretenir.
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Este producto ofrece numerosas características para hacer más agradable y placentero su uso. En el diseño de este producto
se ha conferido prioridad a la seguridad, el desempeño y la fiabilidad, por lo cual se facilita su manejo y mantenimiento.

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WARNING!
When using electric gardening appliances, basic safety
precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk
of fire, electric shock and personal injury.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
For safe operation, read and understand all instructions
before using this product. Follow all safety instructions.
Failure to follow all safety instructions listed below, can
result in serious personal injury.
Do not allow children or untrained individuals to use this
unit.
Check the work area before each use. Remove all objects
such as rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, or string which
can be thrown or become entangled in the machine.
Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to
comply with ANSI Z87.1. Following this rule will reduce
the risk of serious personal injury.
Use Safety Glasses – Wear a face or dust mask if the
operation is dusty. Always wear safety glasses with side
shields. Everyday glasses have only impact resistant
lenses. They are NOT safety glasses. Following this rule
will reduce the risk of eye injury.
Protect your lungs. Wear a face or dust mask if the op-
eration is dusty. Following this rule will reduce the risk of
serious personal injury.
Dress Properly – Do not wear loose clothing or jewel-
ery. They can be caught in moving parts. Use of rubber
gloves and substantial footwear is recommended when
working outdoors. Wear heavy, long pants, long sleeves,
boots, and gloves. Do not wear short pants, sandals, or
go barefoot. Do not wear jewelry of any kind.
Securelong hair aboveshoulderlevelto prevententangle-
ment in moving parts.
Keep children away - Keep all bystanders, children, and
pets at least 50 ft. away.
Stay alert - Watch what you are doing. Use common
sense. Do not operate this unit when you are tired, ill, or
under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication.
Do not operate in poor lighting.
Keep all parts of your body away from any moving part.
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.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Avoidbodycontactwith groundedsurfaces such as pipes,
radiators, ranges, and refrigerators. There is an increased
risk of electric shock if your body is grounded.
Avoid Dangerous Environments - Don’t expose appliance
or string trimmer to rain or wet conditions. Water enter-
ing an appliance or string trimmer will increase the risk
of electric shock.
Use Right Appliance - Do not force tool. Use the correct
tool for your application. The correct tool will do the job
better and safer at the rate for which it is designed.
Don’t Force Appliance – It will do the job better and with
less likelihood of a risk of injury at the rate for which it
was designed.
Do not operate the equipment while barefoot or when
wearing sandals or similar lightweight footwear. Wear
protective footwear that will protect your feet and improve
your footing on slippery surfaces.
Do not overreach - Keep firm footing and balance. Over-
reaching can result in loss of balance.
Avoid accidental starting - Be sure switch trigger is in
the locked or off position before inserting battery pack.
Carrying tools with your finger on the switch trigger or
inserting the battery pack into a tool with the switch on
invites accidents.
Do not use tool if switch trigger does not turn it on or off.
Any tool that cannot be controlled with the switch trigger
is dangerous and must be repaired.
Disconnect battery pack - Disconnect battery pack from
the appliance before servicing or changing accessories
such as cutting line. Such preventive safety measures
reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally.
Use only identical manufacturer’s replacement parts and
accessories. Use of any other parts may create a hazard
or cause product damage.
Maintain appliance with care - Replace string head if
cracked, chipped, or damaged in any way. Be sure the
string head is properly installed and securely fastened.
Failure to do so can cause serious injury. Keep handles
dry, clean and free from oil and grease.
Check for damaged parts - Before further use of the tool,
any part that is damaged should be carefully checked
to determine that it will operate properly and perform its
intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts,
binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting,
and any other conditions that may affect its operation. A
guard or other part that is damaged should be properly
repaired or replaced by an authorized service dealer.
Make sure all guards, straps, deflectors and handles are
properly and securely attached.

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Do not charge battery tool in rain, or damp or wet location.
Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock.
Do not use battery-operated appliance in rain.
Remove or disconnect battery when not charging, and
before servicing, cleaning, removing material from the
gardening appliance, or storing.
Use battery only with charger listed. For use with 18V
nickel-cadmium and lithium-ion battery packs. See Tool/
Appliance/BatteryPack/ChargerCorrelationSupplement
987000-432.
Do not dispose of the batteries in a fire. The cell may
explode. Check with local codes for possible special
disposal instructions.
Donotopen or mutilate the batteries. Released electrolyte
is corrosive and may cause damage to the eyes or skin.
It may be toxic if swallowed.
Do not place battery tools or their batteries near fire or
heat. This will reduce the risk of explosion and possibly
injury.
Batteries can explode in the presence of a source of
ignition, such as a pilot light. To reduce the risk of seri-
ous personal injury, never use any cordless product in
the presence of open flame. An exploded battery can
propel debris and chemicals. If exposed, flush with water
immediately.
Do not crush, drop or damage battery pack. Do not
use a battery pack or charger that has been dropped or
received a sharp blow. A damaged battery is subject to
explosion. Properly dispose of a dropped or damaged
battery immediately.
For best results, your battery tool should be charged in
a location where the temperature is more than 50°F but
less than 100°F. To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, do not store outside or in vehicles.
Under extreme usage or temperature conditions, battery
leakage may occur. If liquid comes in contact with your
skin, wash immediately with soap and water. If liquid gets
into your eyes, flush them with clean water for at least 10
minutes,then seekimmediatemedical attention.Following
this rule will reduce the risk of serious personal injury.
Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and
use them to instruct others who may use this power tool.
If you loan someone this power tool, loan them these
instructions also.
Use only the manufacturer’s replacement line in the
cutting head. Do not use any other cutting attachment,
for example, metal wire, rope, or the like. To install any
other brand of cutting head to this string trimmer can
result in serious personal injury.
Never operate unit without the grass deflector in place
and in good condition.
Maintain a firm grip on both handles while trimming. Keep
string head below waist level. Never cut with the string
head located over 30 in. or more above the ground.
Store idle appliances indoors - When not in use, string
trimmer should be stored indoors in a dry, locked place
out of the reach of children.
Never use blades, flailing devices, wire or rope. Unit is
designed for line trimmer use only. Use of any other ac-
cessories or attachments will increase the risk of injury.
Inspect area to be cut. Remove objects (rocks, broken
glass, nails, wire, string, etc.) which can be thrown or
become entangled in cutting head.
Keep the air vents clean and free of debris to avoid over-
heating the motor. Clean after each use.
Stop the unit and disconnect the power source when not
in use. Carry the unit with the motor stopped.
Store out of the reach of children.
Do not hang unit so that the switch trigger is depressed.
Battery tools do not have to be plugged into an electrical
outlet; therefore, they are always in operating condition.
Be aware of possible hazards when not using your bat-
tery tool or when changing accessories. Always engage
the lock-out lever before placing the trimmer on the wall-
mounted charger. Following this rule will reduce the risk
of electric shock, fire, or serious personal injury.
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 appliance that is damaged
or modified. Damaged or modified batteries may exhibit
unpredictable behavior resulting in fire, explosion or risk
of injury.
Do not expose a battery pack or appliance to fire or
excessive temperature. Exposure to fire or temperature
above 265°F may cause explosion.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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SYMBOLS
The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product.
SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING
DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result
in death or serious injury.
WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result
in death or serious injury.
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result in
minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE: (Without Safety Alert Symbol) Indicates important information not related to an
injury hazard, such as a situation that may result in property damage.
Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper
interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the product better and safer.
SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION
Safety Alert Indicates a potential personal injury hazard.
Read Operator’s
Manual
To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand operator’s
manual before using this product.
Eye Protection Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to comply
with ANSI Z87.1.
Wet Conditions Alert Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations.
Keep Bystanders
Away Keep all bystanders at least 50 ft. away.
Ricochet Thrown objects can ricochet and result in personal injury or property
damage.
No Blade Do not install or use any type of blade on a product displaying this
symbol.
Recycle Symbols
This product uses lithium-ion (Li-ion) and nickel-cadmium (Ni-Cd)
batteries. Local, state, or federal laws may prohibit disposal of
batteries in ordinary trash. Consult your local waste authority for
information regarding available recycling and/or disposal options.
Direct Current Type or a characteristic of current
n
o
No Load Speed Rotational speed, at no load
.../min Per Minute Revolutions, strokes, surface speed, orbits etc., per minute
V Volts Voltage
Hz Hertz Frequency (cycles per second)
min Minutes Time

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FEATURES
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Motor.................................................................. 18 Volt DC
Cutting Swath..................................................11 in. / 13 in.
KNOW YOUR STRING TRIMMER/EDGER
See Figure 1.
The safe use of this product requires an understanding of
the information on the tool and in this operator’s manual as
well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting. Before
use of this product, familiarize yourself with all operating
features and safety rules.
ADJUSTABLE CUTTING DIAMETER
The cutting diameter is adjustable from 11 in. and 13 in. by
rotating the line cutoff blade.
ADJUSTABLE FRONT HANDLE
The front handle assembly can be adjusted for ease of
operation and to help prevent loss of control.
EDGER WHEEL
The edger wheel allows for more stable cutting performance
while edging.
GRASS DEFLECTOR
The trimmer includes a grass deflector that helps protect
from flying debris.
HANDLE OVERMOLD
Handle overmold provides added user comfort.
LOCK-OUT BUTTON
The lock-out button prevents accidental starting.
ROTATING TRIMMER HEAD
The rotating trimmer head can be locked in two different
positions for ease of use when edging and trimming.
SPEED SWITCH
This tool has a speed selector that allows the operator to
choose between and HIGH and LOW speeds. Using low
speed during operation can help extend battery run time,
while using high speed will improve power and performance.
VARIABLE SPEED SWITCH TRIGGER
This tool has a variable speed switch that delivers higher
speed with increased trigger pressure. Speed is controlled
by the amount of switch trigger depression.
Line Size.................. 0.065 in. diameter round or twisted or
0.080 in. diameter twisted
ASSEMBLY
UNPACKING
This product requires assembly.
Carefully remove the product and any accessories from
the box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list
are included.
WARNING:
Do not use this product if any parts on the Packing List
are already assembled to your product when you unpack
it. Parts on this list are not assembled to the product by
the manufacturer and require customer installation. Use
of a product that may have been improperly assembled
could result in serious personal injury.
Inspect the product carefully to make sure no breakage
or damage occurred during shipping.
Do not discard the packing material until you have care-
fully inspected and satisfactorily operated the product.
If any parts are damaged or missing, please call
1-800-860-4050 for assistance.
PACKING LIST
Power Head
Adjustable Front Handle
String Trimmer/Edger Attachment
Grass Deflector
Operator’s Manual
WARNING:
If any parts are damaged or missing do not operate this
product until the parts are replaced. Use of this product
with damaged or missing parts could result in serious
personal injury.

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ASSEMBLY
Remove the battery pack if installed.
Align the arrows on the string trimmer/edger attachment
and the power head. Insert the plug on the string trimmer/
edger attachment into the opening on the power head
coupler. Make sure the plug is fully seated.
Slide the threaded coupler on the power head onto the
threaded base on the attachment and turn the coupler
clockwise. Tighten securely.
NOTE: Once assembled correctly, the string trimmer/edger
attachmentand power headshouldnot separate whenpulled.
Repeat above steps if pieces can be separated.
WARNING:
Failure to secure the string trimmer/edger attachment and
power head as instructed above could result in serious
personal injury.
REMOVING THE ATTACHMENT FROM THE
POWER HEAD
Remove the battery pack.
Turnthe coupler counterclockwiseto unlock.Thenremove
the trimmer shaft from the power head.
ATTACHING GRASS DEFLECTOR
See Figures 4 - 5.
WARNING:
The line cut-off blade on the grass deflector is sharp.
Avoid contact with the blade. Failure to avoid contact
can result in serious personal injury.
Remove the battery pack.
Removethe plastic hardwarebagfromthegrassdeflector.
Fit the grass deflector into the slots on trimmer head.
Line up the screw holes in the grass deflector with the
holes in the motor housing.
Install supplied screws and tighten by turning clockwise
with a phillips screwdriver.
WARNING:
Do not attempt to modify this product or create
accessories not recommended for use with this product.
Any such alteration or modification is misuse and could
result in a hazardous condition leading to possible serious
personal injury.
WARNING:
To prevent accidental starting that could cause serious
personal injury, always remove the battery pack from the
product when assembling parts.
TOOLS NEEDED
See Figure 2.
The following tool (not included or drawn to scale) is needed
for assembly:
Phillips screwdriver
ATTACHING THE FRONT HANDLE
See Figure 3.
Loosen and remove the wing bolt from the handle.
Install the handle on the rear handle pole in the area
indicated by the illustration.
Adjust handle up or down, if necessary, to desired
operating position.
Reinstall the wing bolt. Tighten wing bolt to secure.
CONNECTING THE POWER HEAD TO THE
ATTACHMENT
See Figure 3.
WARNING:
Never install, remove, or adjust any attachment while
power head is running or with the battery pack installed.
Failure to stop the motor or remove the battery pack can
result in serious personal injury.
The attachment connects to the power head by means of
a coupler device.

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OPERATION
WARNING:
Do not allow familiarity with products to make you
careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second
is sufficient to inflict serious injury.
WARNING:
Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to
comply with ANSI Z87.1. Failure to do so could result in
objects being thrown into your eyes, resulting in possible
serious injury.
WARNING:
Never use blades, flailing devices, wire, or rope on this
product. Do not use any attachments or accessories not
recommended by the manufacturer of this product. The
use of attachments or accessories not recommended
can result in serious personal injury.
NOTICE:
Before each use, inspect the entire product for damaged,
missing, or loose parts such as screws, nuts, bolts, caps,
etc. Tighten securely all fasteners and caps and do not
operate this product until all missing or damaged parts
are replaced. Please call 1-800-860-4050 or contact an
authorized service center for assistance.
This product will accept Ryobi One+ 18 V lithium-ion battery
packs and Ryobi One+ 18 V nickel-cadmium battery packs.
For complete charging instructions, refer to the Operator’s
Manuals for your Ryobi One+ battery pack and charger
models.
BATTERY PROTECTION FEATURES
Ryobi lithium-ion batteries are designed with features that
protect the lithium-ion cells and maximize battery life.
If the tool stops during use, release the trigger to reset and
resume operation. If the tool still does not work, the battery
needs to be recharged.
WARNING:
Always remove battery pack from your tool when you are
assembling parts, making adjustments, cleaning, or when
not in use. Removing battery pack will prevent accidental
starting that could cause serious personal injury.
TO INSTALL BATTERY PACK
See Figure 6.
Insert the battery pack into the product as shown.
Make sure the latches on each side of the battery pack
snap into place and the battery pack is secured before
beginning operation.
TO REMOVE BATTERY PACK
See Figure 6.
Depress the latches on each side of the battery pack.
Remove battery pack from the trimmer.
WARNING:
To avoid serious personal injury, always remove the
battery pack and keep hands clear of the lock-out button
when carrying or transporting the tool.
STARTING/STOPPING THE STRING TRIMMER
See Figure 7.
To start:

Select the desired operating speed (HIGH or LOW).

Press and hold the lock-out button.

Depress the switch trigger.
To stop:

Release the switch trigger to stop the string trimmer.

Upon release of the switch trigger, the lock-out button
will automatically reset to the locked position.
ADJUSTABLE FRONT HANDLE
See Figure 8.
The angle of the front handle can be adjusted 180°.
Remove the battery pack.
Set the trimmer on a flat surface and turn the knob
counterclockwise to loosen the handle.
For trimming, adjust the handle upward.
For edging, adjust the handle downward.
Turn the knob clockwise until the handle is securely
tightened before reinstalling the battery pack.
OPERATING THE TRIMMER
See Figure 9.
Follow these tips when using the string trimmer:

Hold the trimmer with your right hand on the rear handle
and your left hand on the front handle.

Keep a firm grip with both hands while in operation.

Trimmer should be held at a comfortable position with
the rear handle about hip height.

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OPERATION
ADVANCING THE LINE MANUALLY
See Figure 12.

Remove the battery pack.

Push the black button located on the string head while
pulling on line to manually advance the line.
LINE CUT-OFF BLADE
See Figure 13.
Thistrimmer is equipped with a line cut-offblade on the grass
deflector. For best cutting, advance line until it is trimmed to
length by the line cut-off blade. Advance line whenever you
hear the engine running faster than normal, or when trimming
efficiency diminishes. This will maintain best performance
and keep line long enough to advance properly.
This trimmer is currently set at the 11 in. cutting swath. To
adjust to a cutting swath of 13 in.:
Remove the battery pack.
Loosen the blade screw then rotate the line cut-off
blade 180°.
Tighten the blade screw.
EDGING
See Figures 14 - 15.
Remove the battery pack.
Step down on the foot pedal.
Rotate the trimmer head counterclockwise placing the
tool in the edger position.
WARNING:
Always hold the string trimmer away from the body
keeping clearance between the body and the string
trimmer. Any contact with the string trimmer cutting head
while operating can result in serious personal injury.
WARNING:
Never stand directly in the path of the cutting line while
edging. Always stand to the left of the grass deflector
to avoid thrown debris, which could result in serious
personal injury.

Cut tall grass from the top down. This will prevent grass
from wrapping around the boom housing and string head
which may cause damage from overheating.
If grass becomes wrapped around the string head:

Remove the battery pack.

Remove the grass.
WARNING:
Always hold the string trimmer away from the body
keeping clearance between the body and the string
trimmer. Any contact with the string trimmer cutting head
while operating can result in serious personal injury.
CUTTING TIPS
See Figures 10 - 11.
Keep the trimmer tilted toward the area being cut; this is
the best cutting area.
The string trimmer cuts when passing the unit from right
to left. This will avoid throwing debris at the operator.
Avoid cutting in the dangerous area shown in figure 10.
Use the tip of the line to do the cutting; do not force string
head into uncut grass.
Wire and picket fences cause extra line wear, even
breakage. Stone and brick walls, curbs, and wood may
wear line rapidly.
Avoid trees and shrubs. Tree bark, wood moldings, siding,
and fence posts can easily be damaged by the line.
ADVANCING LINE
NOTE: The trimmer is equipped with an auto-feed head.
Bumping the head to try to advance the line will damage
the trimmer and void the warranty.
With the trimmer running, release the switch trigger.
Wait two seconds, and press the switch trigger.
NOTE:Thelinewillextendapproximately 1/4 in. with each
stop and start of the switch trigger until the line reaches
the length of the grass deflector cut-off blade.
Resume trimming.

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MAINTENANCE
WARNING:
When servicing, use only identical replacement parts.
Use of any other parts can create a hazard or cause
product damage.
WARNING:
Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to
comply with ANSI Z87.1. Failure to do so could result in
objects being thrown into your eyes, resulting in possible
serious injury.
WARNING:
To avoid serious personal injury, always remove the bat-
tery pack from the tool when cleaning or performing any
maintenance.
NOTICE:
Periodically inspect the entire product for damaged,
missing, or loose parts such as screws, nuts, bolts, caps,
etc. Tighten securely all fasteners and caps and do not
operate this product until all missing or damaged parts
are replaced. Please call 1-800-860-4050 or contact an
authorized service center for assistance.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
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, grease, etc.
WARNING:
Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-
based products, penetrating oils, etc., come in contact
with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken or
destroy plastic which can result in serious personal injury.
Only the parts shown on the parts list are intended to be
repaired or replaced by the customer. All other parts should
be replaced at an authorized service center.
SPOOL REPLACEMENT
See Figure 16.
Use only 0.065 in. diameter round or twisted or 0.080 in.
diametertwistedline.Useoriginal manufacturer’s replacement
line for best performance.
Remove the battery pack.
Push in tabs on side of spool retainer.
Pull spool retainer up to remove.
Remove the old spool.
To install the new spool, make sure the line is captured in
the slot on the new spool. Make sure the end of the line
is extended approximately 6 in. beyond the slot.
Install the new spool so that the line and slot align with the
eyelet in the string head. Thread the line into the eyelet.
Pull the line extending from the string head so the line
releases from the slot in the spool.
Reinstall the spool retainer by depressing tabs into slots
and pushing down until spool retainer clicks into place.
LINE REPLACEMENT
See Figures 16 - 17.
Remove the battery pack.
Remove the spool from the string head.
NOTE: Remove any old line remaining on the spool.
Cut a piece of line approximately 9 ft. long. Use only
0.065 in. diameter round or twisted or 0.080 in. diameter
twisted line.
Insert the line into the anchor hole in the upper part of the
spool. Wind the line around the upper part of the spool
clockwise, as shown by the arrows on the spool. Place
line in the slot on upper spool flange, leaving about 6 in.
extendedbeyond the slot. Do notoverfill.After winding the
line, there should be at least 1/4 in. between the wound
line and the outside edge of the spool.
Replace the plastic retainer, spool, and the spool retainer.
Refer to Spool Replacement earlier in this manual.

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MAINTENANCE
TROUBLESHOOTING
CALL US FIRST
For any questions about operating or maintaining your product,
call the Ryobi™Help Line!
Your product has been fully tested prior to shipment to ensure
your complete satisfaction.
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
Line will not advance when
using the auto-feed head
Line is welded to itself.
Not enough line on spool.
Line is worn too short.
Line is tangled on spool.
Lubricate with silicone spray.
Install more line. Refer to Line Replacement earlier in
this manual.
Pull line while pressing button.
Remove line from spool and rewind. Refer to Line
Replacement earlier in this manual.
Grass wraps around boom
housing and string head
Cutting tall grass at ground
level.
Cut tall grass from the top down to prevent wrapping.
Motor fails to start when switch
trigger is depressed
Battery is not secure.
Battery is not charged.
Shaft not connected
completely.
To secure the battery pack, make sure the latch on the
bottom of the battery pack is snapped into place.
Charge the battery pack according to the instructions
included with your model.
Make sure shafttrimmer is securely seatedin the coupler
on the power head.
STORING THE TRIMMER
Remove the battery pack from the string trimmer before
storing.
Clean all foreign material from the trimmer.
Store it in a place that is inaccessible to children.
Keep away from corrosive agents such as garden chemi-
cals and de-icing salts.
REPLACEMENT PARTS
Replacement Spool Part Number ..................... AC14RSLA
Replacement Spool Cap Part Number................AC14HCA

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LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT
Techtronic Industries North America, Inc., warrants to the
original retail purchaser that this RYOBI™brand outdoor
product is free from defect in material and workmanship
and agrees to repair or replace, at Techtronic Industries
North America, Inc.’s, discretion, any defective product
free of charge within these time periods from the date of
purchase.
Three years if the product is used for personal, family
or household use;
90 days, if used for any other purpose, such as
commercial or rental.
This warranty extends to the original retail purchaser only
and commences on the date of the original retail purchase.
Any part of this product found in the reasonable judgment
of Techtronic Industries North America, Inc. to be defective
in material or workmanship will be repaired or replaced
without charge for parts and labor by an authorized service
center for RYOBI™brand outdoor products (Authorized
Ryobi Service Center).
Theproduct,includinganydefectivepart, must be returned
to an authorized Ryobi service center within the warranty
period.Theexpenseofdeliveringthe product to the service
center for warranty work and the expense of returning it
back to the owner after repair or replacement will be paid
by the owner. Techtronic Industries North America, Inc.’s,
responsibility in respect to claims is limited to making the
required repairs or replacements and no claim of breach of
warranty shall be cause for cancellation or rescission of the
contractof sale ofanyRYOBI™brandoutdoorproduct.Proof
of purchase will be required by the dealer to substantiate
any warranty claim. All warranty work must be performed
by an authorized service dealer.
This warranty is limited to ninety (90) days from the date
of original retail purchase for any RYOBI™brand outdoor
product that is used for rental or commercial purposes, or
any other income-producing purpose.
This warranty does not cover any product that has been
subject to misuse, neglect, negligence, or accident, or that
has been operated in any way contrary to the operating
instructions as specified in this operator’s manual. This
warranty does not apply to any damage to the product that
is the result of improper maintenance or to any product
that has been altered or modified. The warranty does not
extend to repairs made necessary by normal wear or by the
use of parts or accessories which are either incompatible
with the RYOBI™brand outdoor product or adversely affect
its operation, performance, or durability. In addition, this
warranty does not cover:
A. Tune-ups – Spark Plugs, Carburetor, Carburetor
Adjustments, Ignition, Filters
B. Wear items – Bump Knobs, Outer Spools, Cutting
Lines, Inner Reels, Starter Pulleys, Starter Ropes, Drive
Belts, Tines, Felt Washers, Hitch Pins, Mulching Blades,
Blower Fans, Blower and Vacuum Tubes, Vacuum Bag
and Straps, Guide Bars, Saw Chains
Techtronic Industries North America, Inc., reserves the
right to change or improve the design of any RYOBI™brand
outdoorproduct withoutassuminganyobligationto modify
any product previously manufactured.
ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED IN DURATION
TO THE STATED WARRANTY PERIOD. ACCORDINGLY,
ANY SUCH IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING
MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE, OR OTHERWISE, ARE DISCLAIMED
IN THEIR ENTIRETY AFTER THE EXPIRATION OF
THE APPROPRIATE THREE-YEAR OR NINETY-DAY
WARRANTY PERIOD. TECHTRONIC INDUSTRIES
NORTH AMERICA, INC.’S, OBLIGATION UNDER THIS
WARRANTYISSTRICTLY AND EXCLUSIVELY LIMITEDTO
THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF DEFECTIVE PARTS
AND TECHTRONIC INDUSTRIES NORTH AMERICA,
INC., DOES NOT ASSUME OR AUTHORIZE ANYONE
TO ASSUME FOR THEM ANY OTHER OBLIGATION.
SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW
LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE
LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. TECHTRONIC
INDUSTRIES NORTH AMERICA, INC., ASSUMES NO
RESPONSIBILITY FOR INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL,
OR OTHER DAMAGES INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED
TO, EXPENSE OF RETURNING THE PRODUCT TO AN
AUTHORIZED RYOBI SERVICE CENTER AND EXPENSE
OF DELIVERING IT BACK TO THE OWNER, MECHANIC’S
TRAVEL TIME, TELEPHONE OR TELEGRAM CHARGES,
RENTAL OF A LIKE PRODUCT DURING THE TIME
WARRANTY SERVICE IS BEING PERFORMED, TRAVEL,
LOSS OR DAMAGE TO PERSONAL PROPERTY, LOSS
OF REVENUE, LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT, LOSS
OF TIME, OR INCONVENIENCE. SOME STATES DO NOT
ALLOWTHE EXCLUSIONORLIMITATIONOF INCIDENTAL
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE
LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may
also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Thiswarrantyapplies to allRYOBI™brand outdoor products
manufacturedbyor forTechtronicIndustriesNorth America,
Inc., and sold in the United States and Canada.
To locate your nearest Authorized Ryobi Service Center,
dial 1-800-860-4050.
WARRANTY

991000677
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TECHTRONIC INDUSTRIES POWER EQUIPMENT
1428 Pearman Dairy Road, Anderson, SC 29625 USA
1-800-860-4050 • www.ryobitools.com
• PARTS AND SERVICE
Prior to requesting service or purchasing replacement parts, please obtain your model
and serial number from the product data plate.
•MODEL NO. ______________________SERIAL NO. __________________________
• HOW TO OBTAIN REPLACEMENT PARTS:
Replacement parts can be purchased online at www.ryobitools.com or by calling
1-800-860-4050. Replacement parts can also be obtained at one of our Authorized
Service Centers.
• HOW TO LOCATE AN AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER:
Authorized Service Centers can be located online at www.ryobitools.com or by
calling 1-800-860-4050.
• HOW TO OBTAIN CUSTOMER OR TECHNICAL SUPPORT:
To obtain Customer or Technical Support please contact us at 1-800-860-4050.
• PIÈCES ET SERVICE
Avant de faire la demande de service ou l’achat de pièces de remplacement, veuillez
obtenir le numéro de série du modèle à partir de la plaque de données du produit.
• NUMÉRO DE MODÈLE ____________NUMÉRO DE SÉRIE___________________
• COMMENT OBTENIR LES PIÈCES DE REMPLACEMENT :
Les pièces de remplacement peuvent être achetées en ligne sur le site
www.ryobitools.com ou partéléphone au1-800-860-4050. Les pièces de remplacement
peuvent être obtenues à un de nos centres de service autorisés.
• COMMENT TROUVER UN CENTRE DE SERVICE AUTORISÉ :
Les centres de service autorisés peuvent être localisés en ligne au www.ryobitools.
com ou en téléphonant au 1-800-860-4050.
• COMMENT OBTENIR DE L’AIDE EN CONTACTANTLE SERVICE À LA CLIENTÈLE :
Pour contacter le service à la clientèle pour une question technique ou pour tout autre
renseignement, veuillez nous téléphoner au 1-800-860-4050.
•PIEZAS DE REPUESTO Y SERVICIO
Antes de solicitar servicio técnico o comprar piezas de repuesto, obtenga su modelo
y número de serie de la placa de datos del producto.
• NÚMERO DE MODELO ____________NÚMERO DE SERIE___________________
•CÓMO OBTENER PIEZAS DE REPUESTO:
Las piezas de repuesto se pueden comprar en nuestro sitio en la red mundial, en la
dirección www.ryobitools.com o llamando al 1-800-860-4050. Las piezas de repuesto
también se pueden obtener en uno de nuestros Centros de Servicio Autorizados.
•CÓMO LOCALIZAR UN CENTRO DE SERVICIO AUTORIZADO:
Puede encontrar los Centros de Servicio Autorizados visitando nuestro sitio en la red
mundial, en la dirección www.ryobitools.com or by calling 1-800-860-4050.
• CÓMO OBTENER SERVICIO O ASISTENCIA TÉCNICA AL CONSUMIDOR:
Para obtener Servicio o Asistencia Técnica al Consumidor, sírvase comunicarse con
nosotros llamando al 1-800-860-4050.
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
MANUEL D’UTILISATION / MANUAL DEL OPERADOR
18 VOLT STRING TRIMMER/EDGER
18 V TAILLE-BORDURES À LIGNE/COUPE-BORDURES
18 V RECORTADORA DE HILO/RECORTADORA DE
BORDES
P2008
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
WARNING:
This product and substances that may
become airborne from its use may con-
tain chemicals, including lead, known to
the State of California to cause cancer,
birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
Wash hands after handling.
RYOBI is a trademark of Ryobi Limited and is used
pursuant to a license granted by Ryobi Limited.
RYOBI est une marque de RYOBI Limited et
est utilisée en vertu d’une licence accordée par
Ryobi Limited.
RYOBI es una marca de Ryobi Limited y se
utiliza conforme a una licencia otorgada por
Ryobi Limited.
PROPOSITION 65 DE LA
CALIFORNIE
AVERTISSEMENT :
Ce produit ainsi que les substances
rejetées dans l’air à la suite de son
utilisation peuvent contenir des produits
chimiques, notamment du plomb qui,
selon l’État de la Californie, peuvent
causer le cancer, des anomalies
congénitales et d’autres dommages au
système reproducteur. Bien se laver
les mains après toute manipulation.
CALIFORNIA - PROPUESTA DE
LEY NÚM. 65
ADVERTENCIA:
Este producto y sustancias que puedan
llegar a ser aerotransportadas por su uso
pueden contener sustancias químicas
(por ejemplo, plomo) consideradas por
el estado de California como causantes
de cáncer, defectos de nacimiento
u otras alteraciones reproductivas.
Lávese las manos después de utilizar
el aparato.

Your blower has been engineered and manufactured to our high standard for dependability, ease of operation, and operator
safety. When properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator’s manual
before using this product.
Thank you for your purchase.
Ce soufflante a été conçu et fabriqué conformément à nos strictes
normes de fiabilité, simplicité d’emploi et sécurité d’utilisation.
Correctement entretenu, cet outil vous donnera des années de
fonctionnement robuste et sans problème.
AVERTISSEMENT :
Pour réduire les risques de blessures, l’utilisateur doit lire et
veilleràbien comprendrelemanueld’utilisationavant d’employer
ce produit.
Merci de votre achat.
Su sopladora ha sido diseñado y fabricado de conformidad con
nuestras estrictas normas para brindar fiabilidad, facilidad de uso
y seguridad para el operador. Con el debido cuidado, le brindará
muchos años de sólido funcionamiento y sin problemas.
ADVERTENCIA:
Para reducir el riesgo de lesiones, el usuario debe leer y
comprender elmanual del operador antes de usar este producto.
Le agradecemos su compra.
CONSERVER CE MANUEL POUR
FUTURE RÉFÉRENCE GUARDE ESTE MANUAL PARA
FUTURAS CONSULTAS
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
MANUEL D’UTILISATION
MANUAL DEL OPERADOR
18 VOLT ONE+
BLOWER
SOUFFLANTE DE 18 V ONE+
SOPLADORA DE 18 V ONE+
P2108/P21081

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Fig. 1
A - Blower tube (tube de soufflante, tubo de la sopladora)
B - Blower housing outlet (prise de boîtier de soufflante, salida del
alojamiento de la sopladora)
See this fold-out section for all of the figures
referenced in the operator’s manual.
Consulter l’encart à volets afin d’examiner toutes les figures
mentionnées dans le manuel d’utilisation.
Consulte esta sección desplegable para ver todas las figuras
a las que se hace referencia en el manual del operador.
A
B
C
D
C - Variable speed switch trigger (gâchette à variation de vitesse, gatillo del
interruptor de velocidad variable)
D - Keyhole hanger (suspension de trou clé, soporte bocallave)

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Fig. 2 Fig. 4
Fig. 3
Fig. 5
A - Switch trigger (gâchette, gatillo)
A - Tab (languette, orejeta)
B - Blower housing outlet (prise de boîtier
de soufflante, salida del alojamiento de la
sopladora)
C - Blower tube (tube de soufflante, tubo de la
aspiradora)
D - Slot (fente, ranura)
AA
C
B
A - Battery pack (bloc-piles, paquete de baterías)
B - Battery port (logement de batteries, receptáculo para baterías)
C - Latch (loquet, pestillo)
D - Raised rib (épaulements surélevés, costillas realzadas)
B
PROPER OPERATING POSITION
BONNE POSITION DE TRAVAIL
POSICIÓN CORRECTA PARA EL MANEJO
DE LA HERRAMIENTA
D
A
C
C
D

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE DES MATIÈRES / ÍNDICE DE CONTENIDO
INTRODUCTION
INTRODUCTION / INTRODUCCIÓN
This product has many features for making its use more pleasant and enjoyable. Safety, performance, and dependability
have been given top priority in the design of this product making it easy to maintain and operate.
* * *
Ce produit offre de nombreuses fonctions destinées à rendre son utilisation plus plaisante et satisfaisante. Lors de la
conception de ce produit, l’accent a été mis sur la sécurité, les performances et la fiabilité, afin d’en faire un outil facile à
utiliser et à entretenir.
* * *
Este producto ofrece numerosas características para hacer más agradable y placentero su uso. En el diseño de este producto
se ha conferido prioridad a la seguridad, el desempeño y la fiabilidad, por lo cual se facilita su manejo y mantenimiento.
Introduction....................................................................................................................................................................... 2
Introduction / Introducción
Important Safety Instructions ........................................................................................................................................3-4
Règles de sécurité importantes / Instrucciones importantes de seguridad
Symbols.........................................................................................................................................................................5-6
Symboles / Símbolos
Features............................................................................................................................................................................ 6
Caractéristiques / Características
Assembly .......................................................................................................................................................................... 7
Assemblage / Armado
Operation.......................................................................................................................................................................8-9
Utilisation / Funcionamiento
Maintenance ..................................................................................................................................................................... 9
Entretien / Mantenimiento
Warranty ......................................................................................................................................................................... 10
Garantie / Garantía
Parts Ordering and Service ...............................................................................................................................Back Page
Commande de pièces et réparation / Pedidos de piezas y servicio.......................................................... Page arrière / Pág. posterior

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Whenusingan electrical appliance, basic precautionsshould
always be followed, including the following:
WARNING!
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE USING THIS BLOWER. To reduce the risk of
electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.
Know your power blower. Read operator’s manual
carefully. Learn its applications and limitations, as
well as the specific potential hazards related to this
blower. Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric
shock, fire, or serious injury.
Do not permit children to use blower. It is not a toy.
Close attention is necessary when used near children.
Use only accessories that are recommended by the
manufacturer for your model described in this manual.
Accessories that may be suitable for one blower may
create a risk of injury when used on another blower. Use
only as described in this manual.
Do not handle charger, including charger plug, and
charger terminals with wet hands.
Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with
any opening blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair, and
anything that may reduce air flow.
Do not charge the unit outdoors.
Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body
away from openings and moving parts.
Turn off all controls before removing battery.
Use extra care when cleaning on stairs or steps.
Do not operate blowers in explosive atmospheres,
such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases,
or dust. Blowers create sparks which may ignite the dust
or fumes.
Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered
benches and dark areas invite accidents.
Keep bystanders, children, and visitors at least 50 ft.
away while operating a blower. Distractions can cause
you to lose control.
A battery operated blower with integral batteries or
a separate battery pack must be recharged only with
the specified charger for the battery. A charger that
may be suitable for one type of battery may create a risk
of fire when used with another battery.
Use battery operated blower only with specifically
designated battery pack. Use of any other batteries may
create a risk of fire.
Use only with charger listed. For use with 18V nickel-
cadmium and lithium-ion battery packs., see tool/
appliance/battery pack/charger correlation supplement
987000-432.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Do not operate charger with a damaged cord or plug,
which could cause shorting and electric shock. If
damaged, have the charger replaced by an authorized
service center.
If appliance is not working as it should, has been
dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into
water, return it to a service center.
Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use
common sense when operating a power blower. Do
not use blower while tired, upset, or under the influ-
ence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of
inattention while operating blowers may result in serious
personal injury.
Secure long hair above shoulder level to prevent
entanglement in moving parts.
Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch is in the
locked or off position before inserting battery pack.
Carrying blowers with your finger on the switch or insert-
ing the battery pack into a blower with the switch on
invites accidents.
Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection.
Dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing
protection must be used for appropriate conditions.
Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Contain long
hair. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be drawn
into air vents.
Do not use on a ladder, rooftop, tree, or other unstable
support. Stable footing on a solid surface enables better
control of the blower in unexpected situations.
Do not use blower if switch does not turn it on or off.
A blower that cannot be controlled with the switch is
dangerous and must be repaired.
Disconnect battery pack from blower before making
any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing the
blower. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk
of starting the blower accidentally.
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 sparks, burns,
or a fire.
Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts,
breakage of parts, and any other condition that may
affect the blower’s operation. If damaged, have the
blower serviced before using. Many accidents are
caused by poorly maintained blowers.
Keep the blower and its handle dry, clean and free
from oil and grease. Always use a clean cloth when
cleaning. Never use brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-
based products, or any strong solvents to clean your
blower. Following this rule will reduce the risk of loss of
control and deterioration of the enclosure plastic.