Ryobi RLT-1004K Operation manual

RLT-1004K
OWNER'S OPERATING MANUAL

DESCRIPTION
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ELECTRIC
1004K
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Voltage.....................................................................................230V
No load speed.................................................................7,500 r/min
Power input...........................................................................1000W
GARDEN TRIMMER KIT
KIT
Pruner saw...........................................................................
Brush cutter.......................................................................
Line trimmer.....................................................
Extension tube......................................................................
Nett weight...............................................................................
200mm
Ø230mm
Ø380mm (line:2mm)
706mm
6.7kg

■Noise emission information in accordance with
the German Equipment and Product Safety Act
(GPSG) and the EC Machine Directive: the noise
pressure level at the place of work can exceed
85 dB(A). In such cases the operator will require
noise protection (e.g. wearing of ear protectors).
■Attention: Noise protection ! Please observe the
local regulations when operating your device.
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General Safety Instructions Safety Instructions
Application
Attention: Using electric power tools,
you must observe following fundamental
safety instructions to protect yourself
against electric shock, against danger
of injuries and danger of fire. Read all
these instructions before using the tool
and observe them. Keep these safety
instructions at a safe place.
■The machine has been constructed according
to the latest technology and in accordance with
the recognised technical safety regulations.
Nevertheless, use of the machine can involve
risks to the user or third persons, and can cause
damage to the machine or other objects.
■Use the machine in a safety conscious manner
for suitable applications and in technically
perfect condition only and according to the
operating instructions! Immediately rectify or
have any faults rectied which could adversely
affect safety!
■Read the instruction manual carefully. It
is important that you fully understand and
observe the safety precautions and warnings
before starting and using your tool for the
first time. Careless or improper use of any
lawn trimmermay cause serious or fatal injury.
Observe all applicable safety regulations,
standards and ordinances. Please familiarise
yourself with the machine before the rst use.
■The machine is exclusively intended for cutting
grass, weed and decorative lawn, i.e. lawn
edges. Any other use or use going beyond
that, such as the cutting of hedges or large
areas of lawn, is considered improper use. The
manufacturer / supplier is not liable for damages
resulting from such use. The risk is borne by
the user alone. A proper utilisation also includes
the bservance of the operating manual and the
compliance with the conditions of control and
maintenance. Keep the operating manual always
at hand near the place the machine is used!
A. General Instructions
1. Your electric tool is a high-speed, fast-cutting
power tool. The electrical connection and cutting
tool are potential sources of danger. Therefore,
special safety precautions must be observed to
reduce the risk of personal injury.
2. Always switch off the tool and disconnect the
plug from the power supply before carrying out
any maintenance or repair work on the unit.
Always unplug the tool if you leave it without
supervision.
3. Have your dealer or a specialist show you how
to operate your tool.
4. Minors should never be allowed to use an
electric lawn trimmer. Never lend or rent your
electric lawn trimmer without these operating
instructions. Be sure that anyone using your tool
understands the information contained in these
perating instructions.
5. The user is responsible for safety for all persons
in the working area of the device.
6. Never allow children or people unfamiliar with
the instruction to use the machine
7. Only use the machine in daylight or good
articial light.
8. Before use the machine and after any impact,
check for signs of wear or damage and repair as
necessary
9. Never operate the machine with damaged
guards or without the guards in place.
10. You must be fit to operate an electric lawn
trimmer- rested, healthy and in good physical
condition. If you get tired while operating your
scythe, take a break. Never work with an electric
lawn trimmerwhile under the inuence of alcohol
or drugs.
11. Never attempt to modify your tool. This
cludes all liability for personal injury or damage
to property caused by improper use or
impermissible modication.
12. Do not use the tool if other persons, above all
children, or animals are near the working area.
13. The high-speed cutting head may catch and
fling stones and other foreign objects a great
distance. To reduce the risk of injury, ensure that
bystanders / children and animals are at least 15
m (50 ft) away from your own position.
B. Operational Precautions
14. Only use your lawn trimmerfor cutting grass
and weeds next to walls, under fences, around

trees and posts, on steps, garden paths and
patios, under bushes and hedges, on steep
slopes, in gaps between paving stones, etc.
C. Instructions regarding to safe handling
15. A power circuit breaker must be installed in
the power outlet to which the tool is connected
or on the electric cord to the tool. Contact an
electrician for further information. For a safe
operation, it is recommended to supply the
machine over a fault current safety breaker
(RCD) with a fault current not over 30 mA.
16. Before starting work check that your electric
tool is in good condition and that it is operating
properly. Pay special attention to the power
supply cord, extension cord, power outlet, switch
and cutting head.
17. Before using the machine, the line and
extension cords have to be checked for signs of
damage or ageing. Do not use the tool when the
cords are damaged or worn.
18. If the cord is damaged during utilisation, it must
be disconnected immediately from the mains.
DO NOT TOUCH THE CORD BEFORE IT IS
DISCONNECTED FROM THE MAINS.
19. Attention! Danger. The cutting head continues
to rotate after switch-off (ywheel effect). Keep
your ngers and feet well clear to avoid injury.
20. Use only extension cords that are approved
for outdoor applications and that comply with
specifications. Couplings and plugs must be
splashwater-proof. Never operate your tool
without a properly mounted and secured safety
cover. Check tightness of cutting head.
21. Do not use damaged power supply cords,
extension cords, couplings, plugs or cutting
heads.
22. Do not switch on the unit when hands or feet
are near the cutting elements.
23. Wear goggles or properly fitted safety
glasses, sturdy closed shoes with non-slip
soles, snugfitting work clothes, gloves and ear
protectors (ear plugs or ear mufers).
24. Careless use can cause injuries to hand and
feet by the rotating cutting elements.
25. Always hold your tool firmly, if possible with
both hands - make sure you always maintain a
good balance and secure footing.
26. Work calmly and stay alert. Operate the tool
under good visibility and daylight conditions only.
27. Arrange the extension cord so that it cannot be
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Safety Instructions damaged and does not cause a hindrance.
28. Be careful not to chafe the extension cord
on corners, pointed or sharp objects. Do not
squeeze extension cord, e.g. through narrow
gaps in doors or windows.
29. Make sure the open side of the protection
guard is pointing away from yourself before you
switch on the tool.
30. Never tug the extension cord to disconnect the
plug. Always grip the plug.
31. Use particular caution while working in dense
growth areas where your view of the ground is
obscured.
32. Never leave your tool outdoors in rain.
33. Do not cut wet grass or other growth. Never
use in rain.
34. Hold the extension cord so that it is always
away from the rotating nylon line.
35. Transporting the electric tool, e.g. carrying it to
another site: Switch of the unit, disconnect the
plug.
36. Take special care in slippery conditions - on
slopes and uneven ground.
37. Work in a line across the slope and take special
care when turning around.
38. Watch for hidden obstacles such as tree tumps
and roots to avoid stumbling.
39. Clean the cutting head at regular intervals.
40. Check the condition of the cutting head
at requent intervals. If the behaviour of the
cutting head changes (vibration, noise), check
immediately as follows: Switch off the tool, hold it
rmly and bring the cutting head to a standstill by
pressing it against the ground. Then disconnect
plug from power supply. Check condition of
cutting head - look for cracks.
41. Be sure to bring the unit onto normal working
position before turning it on again.
42. Have a damaged cutting head replaced
immediately - even if it only has superficial
cracks. Never attempt to repair a damaged
cutting head.
43. Always switch off your tool and disconnect
it from the power supply before taking a
break and after finishing work. Do not forget
maintenance. (Plug disconnected!) Only carry
out maintenance and repairs described in these
operating instructions. Any other work should be
performed by your dealer. Do not grease - this is
unnecessary, as this unit has been pregreased
at the factory.
44. Inspect cooling air slots on the motor housing
at regular intervals for clog-ups and clean as
necessary.

45. Only use original spare parts.
46. Clean plastic parts with a damp cloth. Do not
use aggressive cleaning chemicals.
47. Never hose down the electric tool!
48. Store tool indoors in a dry, high or locked
place and always keep out of reach of children.
Important notice - so your guarantee does not
expire:
• Always keep the air-intake clean.
• Never press the cutting head on the ground,
when doing this you brake the turned-on
motor.
• Never hit the cutting head on a hard
underground, otherwise you will unbalance
and damage the motor shaft.
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Safety Instructions
Assembly
Modifying the brushcutter for operation
with nylon line
Mounting the protective cover for operation with
cutting disc (g. 1 - 3)
1. Remove the 3 screws from the gear housing (g.
1).
2. Then loosen the hexagon nut of the drive shaft;
take care: it has a left-handed thread. Loosen
it by turning it clockwise! Remove the disk and
holder from the shaft.
3. Put the protection cover on the gear housing
aligning the screw bores and fasten the cover
using the hexagon socket screws and washers.
Tighten the screws well.
Mounting the cutting disk (g. 2, 4)
1. Slide the cutting disk holder onto the drive
shaft as far as it will go. Put the cutting disk on
the holder. Make sure that the cutting disk is
exactly centred on the holder. It must absolutely
not be in a tilted position. If the disk has been
positioned correctly screw on the nut by turning
it anti-clockwise.
2. Now block the gear by inserting the Allen key
laterally into the opening in the disk holder.
Make sure that the opening in the disk holder is
aligned with the opening in the gear housing.
3. With the gear being blocked, use a 19mm
spanner to firmly tighten the nut (applying a
torque of about 25 Nm).
4. Remove the 4 protection caps from the cutting
disk.
5. Keep the caps to regularly reuse them when
transporting or storing the tool.
6. The brushcutter has two-sided cutting surfaces
meaning that it may be turned around and used
further if one side has become blunt after a
longer period of use.
Mounting the handle (g. 5,6)
1. Remove the 4 screws from the handle. Put the
handle holder onto the underside of the tube.
Make sure that the locking pin located in the
handle holder is seated in one of the 4 bores on
the shaft. The 4 bores serve to variably adjust
the handle to the operator’s individually desired
position.
2.Put the handle onto the holder (the holes must t
exactly) and screw it to the handle holder using
the 4 screws and nuts.
How to Assemble the Shaft (g. 7 - 9)
1. Keep the release button (2) pressed and put
the bottom shaft (6) into the shaft coupling (1)
until the release button clicks into place in the
opening (5) of the shaft coupling (g. 7).
2. Turn the star grip screw (3) tight clockwise
before operating the tool (g. 8).
Note: If the upper and bottom shaft
cannot be completely put together, turn
the cutting head manually back and
forth. The drive shafts inside of the shaft
are thus put into correct position and
thus the shaft coupling can click into
place properly.
The tool must never be operated without
this additional cover! Danger of injury!
How to Detach the Bottom Shaft (g.7-9)
1. Unscrew the star grip screw (3) anticlockwise (g.
8).
2. Press the release button (2) into it (g. 9).
3. Pull the bottom shaft (6) straightly out of the
shaft coupling. (g. 7).
Installing and putting on the shoulder strap ( g.10)
1. Put the shoulder strap around your left shoulder.
2. Hook the snap hook into the holding device on
the shaft
3. Adjust the length of the strap to your height.
Mounting the protective cover (g. 11)
■For the operation of the brushcutter with nylon
line cutting head, it is mandatory to mount the
big lastic protective cover.

■Put the plastic protective cover on the metal
protective cover as shown in Fig. 11 and fix it
using the 4 screws M5x10 included.
Dismounting the metal cutting disc (g. 2, 4, 12)
■Block the gear by inserting the Allen key laterally
into the opening in the disk holder. Make sure
that the opening in the disk holder is aligned with
the opening in the gear housing.
■Unscrew nut C by turning it clockwise.
■Remove disc B and the cutting disc. Put washer
B back on the holding device. The line cutting
head must not be mounted without this disc!
■Screw the line cutting head on the threaded bold
by turning it anti-clockwise and fasten it hand-
tight. Remove the blockage by pulling the Allen
key out of the gear on the side again.
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Working with the pruner
Connection of the Tool (g. 20)
Modifying the brushcutter for operation
with nylon line
Please firmly tighten the screw and
double check this timely during
performance.
Never operate the tool with the gear still
blocked! Danger of injury! Make sure to
keep the nut used to mount the cutting
disc for any later modication.
■To modify the brushcutter for operation with the
cutting disc block the gear as described above
and manually turn off the line cutting head anti-
clockwise. Then proceed as described in the
paragraph ‘Mounting the cutting disc’.
Adjusting nylon line (g.13,14)
■Check the nylon line regularly if it is damaged or
if it still has the correct length.
■When cutting performance deteriorates: Hold
the running trimmer above a patch of grass. Tap
the cutting head on the ground (fig. 13). The
cord is automatically extended. The cutter at the
protection cover cuts the cord to the required
length (g. 14).
Note: Clean the thread cutting blade from grass
remainders in order to guarantee an unaffected
cutting performance.
Attention: Danger of injury through the cutting
blade !
Replacement of spool (g. 15)
■First, switch off and unplug the device. Wait until
the nylon thread has come to a halt.
■Remove the screw (1) by turning it clockwise.
■Remove the used thread coil and put in the new
coil (2) such, that one end of the thread comes
out of each outlet at the sides of the cutting
head. Please take care that the spring (4) is
properly seated under the thread coil.
■Using the provided Allen key, firstly loosen the
screw to open the cover, then loosen the screws
on blade adptor and remove them all. (Fig. 16)
■Insert the balde from the front slot in the direction
as shown, align the little hole on blade with that
on the rod. (Fig. 17)
■Mount all the 3 screws tightly in place, ensure
there is no movement between blade and its
holders. (Fig. 18)
■Screw the cover tightly in place. (Fig. 19)
■Loosen the knob on the shaft coupling, insert the
attachment shaft until the lock button bounced in
place. Rotate the knob to secure them together
without movement. (Fig. 7-9)
■The machines can only be operated on single
phase alternating current. They are double-
insulated according to class II VDE 0700
and CEE 20. Before taking the machine into
operation please make sure that the line supply
is in compliance with the operating voltage
shown on the output plate.
■The minimum cross-section of the extension
chord is 1.5 mm²
■The extension chord should not exceed 40m. All
components should be designed according to
the local regulations, the IEC or EN regulations.
■The tool is equipped with a cable strain relief
located at the rear of it. Connect the plug
connection of the electric lawn trimmer and the
extension chord. Make a loop with the extension
chord and place it above the hook of the strain
relief. Thus, the plug connection is effectively
protected against tensile load and can also not
be cut off unintentionally.
■When the coil sits in its correct position in the
housing (3), push it firmly into the housing so
that the spring is tensioned. Firmly pull at both
ends of the cord so that the cord cannot be
pinched between the coil and housing.
■Maintain the spring tension through continuous
pressure on the coil in the housing and fix the
screw by turning it anticlockwise. Fasten the
screw ngertight only.

To operate your tool:
■Make sure you have a secure footing.
■ Hold the tool rmly (with both hands).
■Stand upright - hold tool in relaxed position.
■Do not rest the cutting head on the ground.
■Push the switch lock A forward. Then push the
switch B. Once the tool has been switched on,
the switch lock A does not have to be pushed
forward any longer.
■The tool is switched off when you release the
switch.
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Switching on / off (g. 21) Repair saervice
Working with the extension shaft (g. 22)
Trouble Shooting
Storing
Storing
■To reach a high position, you can add an
extension shaft between the main body and add-
on attachment as g.22
■To add the extension shaft, follow the "How to
assemble the shaft" in the page 8.
■Tool does not work: Check power supply (e.g.
by testing on another socket or by means of a
voltage tester). Should it still not work, although
the socket is o.k., send it undismantled to an
authorised service station for repair.
■Do not make any other repairs on your own;
have your tool checked and repaired by an
authorised service station.
■Clean the unit thoroughly, especially the cooling
air slots on the motor housing.
■Do not use water to clean the device.
■Store trimmer indoors in a dry, high or locked
place and keep out of reach of children.
If your device should become useless somewhere
in the future or you do not need it any longer, do not
dispose of the device together with your domestic
refuse, but dispose of it in an environmentally
friendly manner. Please dispose of the device itself
at an according collecting/recycling point. By doing
so, plastic and metal parts can be separated and
recycled. Information concerning the disposal of
materials and devices are available from your local
administration.
Repairs to electric power tools should only be
carried out by a specialised electrician.

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