Ryobi R18PHT120 User manual

R18PHT120
R18PHTA20

2
Original Instructions
IMPORTANT!
It is essential that you read the instructions in this manual
before assembling, operating, and maintaining the
product.
Subject to technical modication.
Safety, performance, and dependability have been given top
priority in the design of your cordless pole hedge trimmer
and pole hedge trimmer attachment.
INTENDED USE
The cordless pole hedge trimmer is intended only for
outdoor use in dry and well-illuminated conditions.
The pole hedge trimmer attachment is approved for use with
the battery-driven telescopic pole R18EZRP0.
It is intended to be used only by adults who have read and
understood the instructions and warnings in this manual
and relevant telescopic pole manual and can be considered
responsible for their actions.
The product is designed for home or domestic use. The
product is intended to cut and trim hedges, shrubs, and
similar vegetation. The product is not intended for cutting
hedges, shrubs, and similar vegetation with diameters
greater than its cutting capacity.
The product is designed to be extended to a maximum
length of 3.1 m (for assembling with battery-driven telescopic
poles). Do not exceed this working length.
Do not use the product for any other purpose.
WARNING! The attachment is not suitable for use with
telescopic poles equipped with a bike handle.
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 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.

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Original Instructions
■Disconnect the plug from the power source and/
or remove the battery pack, if detachable, from
the power tool before making any adjustments,
changing accessories, or storing power tools. Such
preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting
the power tool accidentally.
■Store idle power tools out of the reach of children
and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power
tool or these instructions to operate the power tool.
Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained
users.
■Maintain power tools and accessories. Check for
misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage
of parts and any other condition that may affect the
power tool’s operation. If damaged, have the power
tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused
by poorly maintained power tools.
■Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are
less likely to bind and are easier to control.
■Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc.
in accordance with these instructions, taking into
account the working conditions and the work to
be performed. Use of the power tool for operations
different from those intended could result in a hazardous
situation.
■Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean
and free from oil and grease. Slippery handles and
grasping surfaces do not allow for safe handling and
control of the tool in unexpected situations.
BATTERY TOOL USE AND CARE
■Recharge only with the charger specified by the
manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type
of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with
another battery pack.
■Use power tools only with specifically designated
battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may
create a risk of injury and fire.
■When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from
other metal objects, like paper clips, coins, keys,
nails, screws or other small metal objects, that can
make a connection from one terminal to another.
Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns
or a fire.
■Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from
the battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally
occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes,
additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from
the battery may cause irritation or burns.
■Do not use a battery pack or tool that is damaged or
modified. Damaged or modified batteries may exhibit
unpredictable behaviour resulting in fire, explosion or
risk of injury.
■Do not expose a battery pack or tool to fire or
excessive temperature. Exposure to fire or temperature
above 130°C may cause explosion.
■Follow all charging instructions and do not charge
the battery pack or tool outside the temperature
range specified in the instructions. Charging
improperly or at temperatures outside the specified
range may damage the battery and increase the risk of
fire.
SERVICE
■Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair
person using only identical replacement parts. This
will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
■Never service damaged battery packs. Service
of battery packs should only be performed by the
manufacturer or authorized service providers.
POLE HEDGE TRIMMER SAFETY WARNINGS
■Keep all parts of the body away from the blade. Do
not remove cut material or hold material to be cut
when blades are moving. Blades continue to move
after the switch is turned off. A moment of inattention
while operating the hedge trimmer may result in serious
personal injury.
■Carry the hedge trimmer by the handle with the
blade stopped and taking care not to operate any
power switch. Proper carrying of the hedge trimmer will
decrease the risk of inadvertent starting and resultant
personal injury from the 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.
■To reduce the risk of electrocution, never use the
extended-reach hedge trimmer near any electrical
power lines. Contact with or use near power lines may
cause serious injury or electric shock resulting in death.
■Always use two hands when operating the extended-
reach hedge trimmer. Hold the extended-reach hedge
trimmer with both hands to avoid loss of control.
■Always use head protection when operating the
extended-reach hedge trimmer overhead. Falling
debris can result in serious personal injury.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY WARNINGS
■Some regions have regulations that restrict the use of
the product to some operations. Check with your local
authority for advice. Read all instructions.
■Check the hedges and bushes for foreign objects, such
as wire fences and hidden wiring.
■While operating the product, always hold it firmly with
both hands by the two handles.
■Use the product only at ground level and not on any
other unstable support.

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Original Instructions
■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 that all the shaft couplings on the extension shaft
and tool are securely fastened before each use and at
frequent intervals.
■Use the harness if it is supplied with the product. It will
assist you to support the weight of the product during
use and while moving between trimming positions.
Carefully adjust the harness to fit comfortably.
■Identify the quick-release mechanism and practice using
it before you start using the product. Its correct use may
prevent serious injury in the case of an emergency. Never
wear additional clothing over the harness or otherwise
restrict access to the quick-release mechanism.
■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.
■Operating similar tools nearby increases both the risk of
hearing injury and the potential for other persons to enter
your 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
●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.
■Do not wear multiple belt or shoulder harnesses.
■Do not modify the product in any way.
■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 the product. When using any product for prolonged
periods, ensure to 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 20°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 cover.
■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

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Original Instructions
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
Safety alert
Read and understand all instructions
before operating the product. Follow all
warnings and safety instructions.
Wear eye, ear, and head protection.
Do not expose the product to rain or
damp conditions.
To prevent serious injury, do not touch
the cutting blades.
Wear non-slip, heavy-duty protective
gloves.
Wear non-slip safety footwear when
using the product.
Regulatory Compliance Mark (RCM).
The product meets applicable
regulatory requirements.
Keep su󰀩cient distance away from
electrical power lines.
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
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
Lock
Unlock

6
Know your product
R18PHT122
R18PHT120
R18PHTA20
Shaft coupling
Harness
Telescopic release
latch
Blade
Gearbox housing
Gearbox cover
Top motor housing
Angle button release
Harness hanger
Lock-out trigger
Rear handle
On/off trigger
Blade cover
HEDGESWEEP
debris sweeper
Operator's manual
Spray lubricant
Battery pack
Telescopic pole
Charger

7
Getting started
1
2
1 2
3
Always wear eye, ear, and head
protection while operating the product.
Wear non-slip, heavy-duty protective
gloves. Wear non-slip safety footwear
when using the product.
Attach the pole hedge trimmer attachment to the pole. Turn the shaft coupling
clockwise to tighten.
1
2
3
Slide the HEDGESWEEP debris sweeper over the blade. Remove the blade
cover.
12
4
Attach the harness to the harness
hanger.
5
5
Install the battery pack. Make sure that
the latches on the battery pack click into
place.
1
2
6
Slide the lock-out trigger forward, and
squeeze the on/off trigger to turn on the
product.
7
Begin trimming the hedge from right to
left.

8
R18PHTA20
R18PHT120
R18PHTA20 R18PHT120
p.9
Operating the
product
Cleaning the
product Storing the product
p.12 p.17
Installing the blade Removing the
blade
p.15 p.13

9
Operation
2
1
≤60˚
≥15m (50ʹ)
1
OPERATING THE PRODUCT
DANGER! Risk of electrocution! Do not
operate within 10 m of overhead electrical
lines.
Position the product at an angle of 60° or
less, depending on the specific situation.
Keep bystanders at least 15 m away.
CAUTION: Always use two hands to operate
the product.
WARNING: Hold the product by the rear
handle and foam grip of the telescopic pole
only.
1. Press the latches on the battery pack,
and remove the battery pack from the
product.
2. Install the blade cover.
2

10
Operation
3. Lay the product on the ground.
WARNING: Keep bare hands away from the
blades at all times.
4. Press the angle button release and adjust
the pole to the required working angle.
WARNING: Do not touch the blade to adjust
the working angle.
NOTE: The working angle of the pole hedge
trimmer can be adjusted to -60°, -30°, 0°, 30°,
60°, and 90°.
2
1
4
-30°
-60°
0°
90°
30°
60°
3

11
Operation
6
1
2
3
7
-30°
1
2
8
9
5. Remove the blade cover.
6. Install the battery pack. Make sure that
the latches on the battery pack click into
place.
7. Unlock the telescopic release latch.
Adjust the pole length according to
the required working height. Lock the
telescopic release latch. Make sure that
the latch clicks into place.
8. Slide the lock-out trigger forward, and
squeeze the on/off trigger to turn on the
product.
9. Begin trimming the hedge from right to
left.
5

12
Maintenance
3
1
2
1
2
1
2
CLEANING THE PRODUCT
1. Press the latches on the battery pack
and remove the battery pack from the
product.
2. Remove the HEDGESWEEP debris
sweeper. Clean the HEDGESWEEP
debris sweeper and body and handles of
the product with a soft, dry cloth. Clean
the blades with a stiff brush.
WARNING: Do not use water to clean the
product.
3. Lubricate the blades lightly before and
after use with a plant-friendly lubricant.

13
Maintenance
REMOVING THE BLADE
1. Press the latches on the battery pack and
remove it from the product.
2. Turn the pole hedge trimmer attachment
upside down.
3. Turn the gearbox cover screws
counterclockwise to loosen them.
4. Remove the gearbox cover screws and
gearbox cover.
5. Turn the blade shaft screws
counterclockwise to loosen them using a
socket wrench.
1
2
1
4
3
5
2

14
Maintenance
R18PHTA20
R18PHT120
6
7
6. Remove the blade shaft screws and
blade shaft washers from the blade.
7. Remove the blade from the pole hedge
trimmer attachment.

15
Maintenance
INSTALLING THE BLADE
1. Install the blade to the pole hedge
trimmer attachment.
2. Install the blade shaft washers and blade
shaft screws to the blade.
3. Turn the blade shaft screws clockwise to
tighten them using a socket wrench.
NOTE: Do not overtighten the screws.
The torque setting is 0.98-1.77 Nm.
4. Install the gearbox cover and gearbox
screws to the pole hedge trimmer
attachment.
5. Turn the gearbox screws clockwise to
tighten them.
NOTE: Do not overtighten the screws.
The torque setting is 0.98-1.77 Nm.
4
5
1
2
3

16
Maintenance
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6
6. Turn the pole hedge trimmer attachment
right-side up.

17
Storage
1
2
1
2
STORING THE PRODUCT
WARNING: Make sure that the product is
clean before storing.
1. Press the latches on the battery pack,
and remove the battery pack from the
product.
2. Install the blade cover.
3. Turn the shaft coupling counterclockwise,
and remove the pole hedge trimmer
attachment from the pole
4. Store the product in a cool, dry, and well-
ventilated place that is inaccessible to
children and well away from sources of
ignition.
1
2
3
4
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Cordless pole hedge trimmer
Model R18PHT120
Rated voltage 18 V d.c.
No-load speed 2600 spm
Blade length 400 mm
Cutting capacity 16 mm
Vibration level (in accordance with EN 62841-1 and EN 62841-4-2)
Front handle 1.2 m/s²
Rear handle 1.0 m/s²
Uncertainty of measurement 1.5 m/s²
Noise emission level (in accordance with EN 62841-1 and EN
62841-4-2)
A-weighted sound pressure
level
79.3 dB(A)
Uncertainty of measurement 3 dB
A-weighted sound power level 87.3 dB(A)
Uncertainty of measurement 3 dB
Weight (without battery pack) 3.3 kg
Weight (with heaviest battery
pack)
4.5 kg
Pole hedge trimmer attachment
Model R18PHTA20
Blade length 400 mm
Cutting capacity 16 mm
Maximum product working length 3.1 m
Weight 1.36 kg
For assembling with battery-driven telescopic pole (below
values measured with R18EZRP0 telescopic pole)
Rated voltage 18 V d.c.
No-load speed 2600 spm
Weight (with telescopic pole and
without harness)
3.2 kg
Vibration level (in accordance with EN 62841-1 and EN 62841-4-2)
Front handle 1.2 m/s²
Rear handle 1.0 m/s²
Uncertainty of measurement 1.5 m/s²
Noise emission level (in accordance with EN 62841-1 and EN
62841-4-2)
A-weighted sound pressure level 79.3 dB(A)
Uncertainty of measurement 3 dB
A-weighted sound power level 87.3 dB(A)
Uncertainty of measurement 3 dB
BATTERY AND CHARGER
Model R18PHT122 R18PHT120
Battery pack RB1820C -
Charger RC18115 -
Compatible battery
packs
RB18L13, RB18L26, RB18L15, RB18L15A,
RB18L15B, RB18L20, RB18L20A,
RB18L13, RB18L13Z, RB18L25,
RB18L25A, RB18L40, RB18L40A,
RB18L50, RB18L50A, RB18L30,
RB18L30A, RB18L60, RB18L60A,
RB18L90, RB18L90A, RB1840T, RB18L25,
RB18L40, RB18L40A, RB18L50, RB1815C,
RB1820C, RB1825C, RB1840C, RB1840X,
RB1850C, RB1850X, RB1860X
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.

Imported by:
Techtronic Industries Australia Pty Ltd
31 Gilby Road, Mount Waverley, VIC 3149
Melbourne, Australia
Techtronic Industries N.Z. Limited
Unit C, 70 Business Parade South,
Highbrook, Auckland 2013, New Zealand
RYOBI is a trade mark of Ryobi Limited, and is used under license.
HEDGESWEEP is a trade mark of Techtronic Outdoor Products
Technology Limited.
961476030-02