Ryobi RHT-600R User manual

ELECTRIC HEDGE TRIMMER
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
RHT-600R/RHT-700R

Fig. 1
8
5
2
6
1
7
9
4
3
5
Fig. 2

8
a
b
Fig. 3a
45º
90º
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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, including the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS GENERAL SAFETY RULES
■Be familiar with the controls and proper use of the
product.
■Clear the work area before each use. Remove all objects,
such as rocks, broken glass, nails, wire or string that can
lead to accidents.
■Wear heavy, long trousers, boots and gloves. Do not wear
loose fitting clothing, shorts or go bare foot. Do not wear
jewelry of any kind.
■Secure hair above shoulder level to prevent entanglement
in moving parts.
■Do not allow children or untrained individuals to use this
product.
■Keep all by standers, especially children and domestic
animals, at least 15m from the operating area. Stop this
tool immediately if someone arrives in the working area.
■Do not operate this product when you are tired, ill or under
the influence of alcohol, drugs or medication.
■Do not operate in poor lighting. Use the unit only in daylight
or good artificial light.
■Keep firm footing and balance. Do not over reach.
Overreaching can result in loss of balance or exposure
to hazards.
■Keep all parts of your body away from moving parts.
Inspect the product before use. Have any damaged parts
replaced by your nearest Authorised Ryobi Service Centre
before use.
■Do not operate the product in damp or wet locations.
■Do not use the product in the rain.
■Wear safety glasses or goggles when operating this
product.
■Use the right product. Use the product for the intended
purpose only.
■Do not handle the product with wet hands.
■Do not use the product if the switch does not turn the
product on or off. A product that cannot be controlled with
the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
■Avoid accidental starting.
■Stay alert and pay attention to what you are doing. Use
common sense when using this product.
■Do not force the product. It will do a better job with less
likelihood of a risk of injury when you operate it at the rate
for which it was designed.
■Pull the plug out immediately if the mains or extension
lead is damaged or severed.
■Disconnect the plug from the power supply when it is not
in use, before carrying out any adjustment, servicing or
maintenance.
■The appliance is not intended for use by young children
or infirm persons without supervision.
■Young children should be supervised to ensure that they
do not play with the appliance.
■Never operate the product without the safety guard in
place and in good condition.
■Keep the working area free from wires, nails, metallic
cable, glass, stones and debris.
■Do not cut against hard objects, this could cause injury or
damage the trimmer.
■Do not cross roads or gravel paths with the trimmer still
running.
■As equipment user, you are responsible for third parties
in the working area.
■While operating the tool, always hold it firmly with both hands
by the two handles and ensure a firm footing, especially if
steps or ladders are used. Don’t touch the blades!
■Make sure you hold the tool firmly with both handles
and that you are well balanced with your weight evenly
distributed on both feet.
■Keep the cutting system below level of your waist.
■Keep your fingers and other body parts away from the
cutting blade.
CAUTION:
Certain parts of the machine may become hot in use.
■Familiarise yourself with your surroundings and be on
the alert for possible hazards which you may not notice
because of the noise from the machine.
■Never grasp the tool by the blade.
■Large variation in temperature can lead to condensation
inside the tool. Before use, give the machine time to adjust
to the temperature of work area.
■Let the tool work at its own pace. Do not overload.
■Never attempt to use an incomplete machine or one fitted
with an unauthorised modification.
■When transporting, disconnect the plug from the mains.
Carry the trimmer by the handles provided and keep hands
away from the blade.
■During transport or storage always cover the with the
blade sheath (6).
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES

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WARNING:
NEVER USE THE TOOL WITHOUT THE SAFETY
GUARD.
LET THE TOOL WORK AT ITS OWN PACE. DO
NOT OVERLOAD.
■Make sure the cord is located so that it will not be stepped
on, tripped over or otherwise subjected to damage or
stress.
■Connect the power lead to the mains only when no one
is handling the tool.
■Do not abuse the power cord. Never carry the product by the
cord. Never pull the plug out of the power point by the cord.
Keep the cord away from heat, oil and sharp edges.
■For outdoor work use only suitably rain-water-proof
approved extension cables.
■Secure the extension cable by hanging it in the pull
relief(5)(Fig.2).
■Make sure there are no cuts, cracks or signs of deterioration
in the power cable. If there are have the power cord replaced
by an Authorised Ryobi Service Centre.
■A nameplate on the product indicates the unit’s voltage.
Never connect the product to an AC voltage that differs
from this voltage.
■If the power cord or extension cable becomes damaged
during use, disconnect the cord from the supply immediately.
DO NOT TOUCH THE CORD BEFORE DISCONNECTING
THE SUPPLY.
■Adopt protective measures against electrical shock. Avoid
bodily contact with earthed parts such as metal pipes,
radiators, cooking ranges, refrigerators and the like.
■Electrical power should be supplied via a Residual Current
Device (RCD) with a tripping current of not more than
30mA.
■Unplug the product before making adjustments or
repairs.
■Do not use the product if parts have been damaged. Check
the product regularly to make sure that it will operate
properly and perform the intended function. Any part that
is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by
an Authorised Ryobi Service Centre.
■Never douse or squirt the product with water or any other
liquid. Do not use detergents or solvents. Wipe down
housing with a damp cloth only, then dry fully and make
sure there is no debris remaining in the blade or working
parts.
■Remove plug from socket before adjusting or maintaining
tool.
■Always keep vent slits free of obstruction.
■After each use carefully clean the blade, rub over with an oily
cloth or treat with an environmentally friendly lubricant.
WARNING:
Before carrying out any maintenance operations, cut
off the electric power supply by disconnecting the plug
from the mains.
■Service on this product must be performed by qualified
repair personnel only. Service or maintenance performed
by unqualified personnel could result in injury to the user
and/or damage to the product. Such service may also
void your warranty.
■Use only identical replacement parts when servicing the
product. Follow the instructions in the Maintenance section
of this manual. Use of unauthorised parts or failure to
follow maintenance instructions may create a risk of shock,
serious injury to the user and/or damage to the product.
Such use may also void your warranty.
■When replacing the blade the whole blade assembly should
be changed.
■Stop the motor when you are waiting to cut or when you
are walking from one cutting location to another. Store the
product inside in a dry place.
■When transporting, disconnect the plug from the mains.
Carry the trimmer by the handles provided and keep hands
away from the cutting blade.
■During transport or storage always cover the blade with the
blade sheath, so that the blades aren’t accessible.
■The knock-on protector can, if required, also serve as a
wall-mounted holder.
■Store the product up high or lock it up to prevent unauthorised
use or damage. Keep the product out of the reach of
children.
■Secure the product when transporting it.
■Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and use
them to instruct others who may use this product. If you
loan someone this product, loan these instructions also.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
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MAINTENANCE RULES
SERVICE RULES
STORAGE AND TRANSPORTATION RULES
ELECTRICAL SAFETY RULES

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Some of the following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them and learn their meaning for safe operation
of this product.
SYMBOL NAME EXPLANATION
Safety Alert Precautions that involve your safety.
.
Ricochet Thrown objects can cause severe injury. Wear
protective clothing and boots.
Eye Protection Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with
side shields or a full face shield when operating
this product.
Keep Bystanders Away Keep all bystanders at least 15m away.
Class II Construction Double-insulated construction.
Wet Conditions Alert Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations.
Read the Operator’s Manual To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and
understand operator’s manual before using this
product.
Electric Shock Precaution Remove plug from the mains immediately if cable
is damaged or cut
Sound power level RHT-600R Sound power level is 103dB
Sound power level RHT-700R Sound power level is 104dB
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.
CAUTION: (Without Safety Alert Symbol) Indicates a situation that may result in property damage.
SYMBOLS
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103
104

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WARNING:
To avoid serious personal injury, do not attempt to use
this product until you read thoroughly and understand
completely the operator’s manual. Save this operator’s
manual and review frequently for continuing safe
operation and instructing others who may use this
product.
Rated voltage
Power rating
Rated no-load speed
Cutting capacity
Blade length
Braking time
Weight (without cable)
LpA(noise)
LWA(sounding power)
Vibration level
V~/Hz
W
min-1
mm
mm
s
Kg
dB(A)
dB(A)
m/s2
RHT-600R
220-240/50
600
1500
27
550
<1
4.2
90
103
1.9
RHT-700R
220-240/50
700
1500
27
650
<1
4.3
90
104
1.9
1. Blade
2. Safety Guard
3. Bow-grip With On/off Switch
4. Rotational Handle With On/off Switch
5. Pull Relief for cord
6. Blade sheath
7. Knock On Protector
8. Lock Button, Rotational Handle
9. LiveTool Indicator
WARNING:
The operation of any power tool can result in foreign
objects being thrown into your eyes, which can result
in severe eye damage. Before beginning power tool
operation, always wear safety goggles or safety
glasses with side shields and a full face shield when
needed. We recommend Wide Vision Safety Mask for
use over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with
side shields. Always use eye protection.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
SYMBOLS(CONTINUE)
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TECHNICAL DATA
DESCRIPTION
WARNING:
Observe all normal safety precautions related to
avoiding electrical shock.
SERVICE
Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge and should
be performed only by a qualified service technician. For
service we suggest you return the product to your nearest
AUTHORISED SERVICE CENTRE for repair. When servicing,
use only identical replacement parts.

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POWER CONNECTION
■The mains voltage must conform to the specifications on
the rating plate.
■Connect the tool plug to an approved extension lead (if
required) and protect the plug connection with the pull-
relief (5) (Fig 2.).
■Once plugged to electric supply, the LiveTool Indicator
(9) shows a blue light, which means this tool is ready for
use.
RANGE OF USE
■Cutting and trimming of hedges, bushes and ornamental
shrubs in the domestic sector only. All other uses are
expressly excluded.
SWITCHING ON AND OFF
This tool is equipped with a two-hands safety switching system.
This system prevents starting the tool inadvertently and will
only allow operation while holding the tool with both hands.
■To Switch On: Press the bow grip On/Off switch (3) and
the On/Off switch at rotational handle (4) with both hands
at the same time.
■To Switch Off: Release On/Off switch (3) and/or rotational
handle switch (4).
■The electric brake will stop the blade within one second.
The sparking (flashing) resulting in the area of the vent
slits / top of the main enclosure is normal and will not
damage the tool.
■When you stop your equipment, be sure that the cutting
system comes to complete stop before proceeding
further.
NOTE:
■This tool cannot be started if the lock switch (8) is pulled
backward and /or the rotational handle (4) is being
turned.
ADJUSTING THE TURNING HANDLE
To facilitate your work the hedge trimmer is equipped with
a turning rear handle that can be set in 5 different positions
(Normal, +/- 45 and +/- 90 degrees). This mechanism provides
ergonomically comfortable positions when cutting vertical or
angled planes, avoiding early fatigue experienced with other
hedge trimmers.
Follow below steps to change the position of the handle:
Release the On/Off switch (4), Pull the lock button (8)
backward (Fig 3a.). The rotational handle is now unlocked
and can be turned to the desired position (Fig 3b&3c).
In the desired end position, release the lock button (8)
back into place to secure the handle position.
OPERATION Please bear in mind that the lock button (8) can only be pulled
back when the On/Off switch (4) is not activated. Make sure
that the lock button fully engages into the housing again
after repositioning the turning handle. Only then can this
tool be activated.
CUTTING HEDGES
■Clean up the cutting area before starting. Take away stones,
glass pieces, nails, metallic cable and any objects that can
be projected or get caught during the cutting.
■Using pruning shears, first prune out branches of a diameter
greater than 27mm.
■Young buds can be trimmed easily with a scythe movement;
older and bigger hedges can be trimmed easily with a
sawing movement.
■The knock-on protector (7) prevents hazardous kickback
from contact with walls, fences, etc.
■If hard objects become jammed in the cutter blade, switch
off the tool immediately, pull out plug first and only then
remove the objects.
■Metal objects such as wire fences and plant supports can
damage the blade. Do not let the cutting blades come in
contact with materials that can not be trimmed, such as
stones or metal.
■Always lay the lead away from the working area. Always
work away from the power socket. For this reason decide
on the direction of cut before beginning work.
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DISPOSAL
Waste electrical products should not be disposed of together
with household waste. Please recycle where facilities exist.
Check with your local authority or retailer for recycling
advice.

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