Ryobi RLT1825Li13 User manual

RLT1825Li13
OLT1825
ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS
Cordless Line
Trimmer/Edge
Trimmer

Important!
It is essential that you read the instructions in this manual before assembling,
operating, and maintaining the product.
Subject to technical modification.

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Safety, performance, and dependability have been given
top priority in the design of your cordless line trimmer/edge
trimmer.
INTENDED USE
The cordless line trimmer/edge trimmer is intended to
be used only by adults who have read and understood
the instructions and warnings in this manual and can be
considered responsible for their actions.
The product is only intended for use outdoors in a well-
ventilated area. For safety reasons, the product must be
adequately controlled by a two-handed operation.
When fitted with the line trimmer head (and appropriate
guard), the product is intended for cutting long grass, pulpy
weed, and similar vegetation at or about ground level.
The cutting plane should be approximately parallel to the
ground surface when trimming and approximately vertical
when edging.
The product should not be used to cut or trim hedges,
bushes, or other vegetation where the cutting plane is not
parallel to the ground surface.
Do not use the product for any other purpose.
GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING
Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure
to follow the warnings and instructions may result in
electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
WARNING
When using the product, the safety rules must be
followed. For your own safety and that of bystanders,
please read these instructions before operating the
product. Please keep the instruction safe for later use.
WARNING
This product is not intended to be used by children or
persons with reduced physical, mental, or sensory
capabilities. Children should be adequately supervised
to ensure they do not play with the product.
WARNING
Some regions have regulations that restrict the use of
the product. Check with your local authority for advice.
TRAINING
■Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with all
controls and the proper use of the product.
■Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these
instructions to use the product. Local regulations may
restrict the age of the operator.
■Keep bystanders, children, and pets 15 m away from
the area of operation. Stop the product if anyone enters
the area.
■Never use the product when you are tired, ill, or under
the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medicine.
■Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible
for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or
their property.
PREPARATION
■Wear full eye and hearing protection while operating the
product. If working in an area where there is a risk of
falling objects, head protection must be worn.
■Hearing protection may restrict the operator’s ability
to hear warning sounds. Pay particular attention to
potential hazards around and inside the working area.
■Wear heavy-long trousers, boots, and gloves. Do not
wear loose fitting clothing, short trousers, jewellery of
any kind, or use with bare feet.
■Secure long hair so it is above shoulder level to prevent
entanglement in moving parts.
■Before use and after any impact, check that there are
no damaged parts. A defective switch or any part that
is damaged or worn should be properly repaired or
replaced by an authorised service centre.
■Make sure the cutting attachment is properly installed
and securely fastened.
■Never operate the product unless all guards, deflectors,
and handles are properly and securely attached.
■Consider the environment in which you are working.
Keep the working area free from wires, sticks, stones,
and debris which if struck by the cutter can become
thrown objects.
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.
CORDLESS LINE TRIMMER/EDGE TRIMMER
SAFETY WARNINGS
■Never allow children, persons with reduced physical,
sensory, or mental capabilities, or lack of experience
and knowledge or people unfamiliar with these
instructions to use the product.
■Use the product in daylight or good with artificial light.
■Avoid using on wet grass.
■Keep proper footing and balance at all times and be
sure of proper footing on slopes.
■Do not walk backwards when using the product.
■Walk, never run.

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■Keep the head attachment below waist level.
■Never use the product with damaged guards or without
guards in place.
■Do not fit a metal replacement line.
■Keep hands and feet away from the cutting means at all
times especially when switching on the motor.
■Beware, the cutting elements continue to rotate after
the motor is switched off.
■Beware of objects thrown by the cutting means. Clear
debris like small stones, gravel, and other foreign
objects from the work area before starting operation.
Wires or string may become entangled with the cutting
means.
■Switch off and remove the battery pack. Make sure all
moving parts have come to a complete stop:
●before servicing
●before clearing a blockage
●before checking, cleaning, and working on the
product
●before changing accessories
●after striking a foreign object
●whenever leaving the product unattended
●whenever performing maintenance
●whenever the product starts to vibrate abnormally
■Wear full eye and hearing protection while using the
product. If working in an area where there is a risk of
falling objects, head protection must be worn.
■Hearing protection may restrict the operator’s ability
to hear warning sounds. Pay particular attention to
potential hazards around and inside the working area.
■Wear long trousers, boots, and gloves. Do not wear
loose fitting clothing, short trousers, jewellery of any
kind, or use with bare feet.
■Secure long hair so it is above shoulder level to prevent
entanglement in moving parts.
■The small blade fitted to the safety guard is designed to
trim the new extended line to the correct length for safe
and optimum performance. It is very sharp, do not touch
it particularly when cleaning the product.
■Always ensure that ventilation openings are kept clear
of debris.
■Before use and after any impact, check that there are
no damaged parts. A defective switch or any part that is
damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an
authorised service centre.
■Make sure the cutting head attachment is properly
installed and securely fastened.
■Make sure all guards, deflectors, and handles are
properly and securely attached.
■Do not modify the product in any way, this may increase
the risk of injury to yourself or others.
■Use only the manufacturer’s replacement cutting line.
Do not use any other cutting attachment.
■Immediately switch off and remove the battery pack
in the event of accident or breakdown. Do not operate
the product again until it has been fully checked by an
authorised service centre.
WARNING
Ensure that the line cut-off blade in guard is properly
positioned and secured before each use.
ADDITIONAL BATTERY SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, personal injury, and product
damage due to a short circuit, never immerse your
tool, battery pack or charger in fluid or allow a 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.
TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE
■Stop the product, remove the battery pack, and allow it
to cool down before storing or transporting.
■Clean all foreign material from the product.
■Do not store or transport the product with batteries
fitted, remove and secure separately. Store the
product in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place that
is inaccessible to children. Keep away from corrosive
agents, such as garden chemicals and de-icing salts.
Do not store outdoors.
■For transportation in vehicles, 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
WARNING
Use only original manufacturer’s replacement parts,
accessories, and attachments. Failure to do so can
cause possible injury, contribute to poor performance,
and may void your warranty.
WARNING
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. When servicing, use only original
replacement parts.
■Switch off and remove the battery pack before

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conducting any maintenance or cleaning work.
■You may make adjustments and repairs described in
this manual. For other repairs, contact the authorised
service agent.
■For replacement line, use only nylon filament line of
the diameter described in the specification table of this
manual.
■After extending new cutter line, always return the
product to its normal operating position before starting.
■After each use, clean the product with a soft dry cloth.
Any part that is damaged should be properly repaired or
replaced by an authorised service centre.
■Check all nuts, bolts, and screws at frequent intervals
for proper tightness to ensure the product is in safe
working condition. Any part that is damaged should be
properly repaired or replaced by an authorised service
centre.
■Bring the product to an authorised service centre to
replace damaged or unreadable labels.
RESIDUAL RISKS
Even when the product is used as prescribed, it is still
impossible to completely eliminate certain residual risk
factors. The following hazards may arise during use, and
the operator should pay special attention to avoid the
following:
■injury caused by vibration
–Hold the product by designated handles and restrict
working time and exposure.
■injury caused by exposure to noise
–Wear hearing protection and limit exposure.
■injury caused by flying debris.
–Wear eye protection at all times.
RISK REDUCTION
It has been reported that vibrations from handheld tools
may contribute to a condition called Raynaud’s Syndrome.
Symptoms may include tingling, numbness and blanching
of the fingers, usually apparent upon exposure to cold.
Hereditary factors, exposure to cold and dampness, diet,
smoking and work practices are all thought to contribute to
the development of these symptoms. There are measures
that can be taken by the operator to possibly reduce the
effects of vibration:
■Keep your body warm in cold weather. When operating
the product, wear gloves to keep the hands and wrists
warm. It is reported that cold weather is a major factor
contributing to Raynaud’s Syndrome.
■After each period of operation, exercise to increase
blood circulation.
■Take frequent work breaks. Limit the amount of
exposure per day.
If you experience any of the symptoms of this condition,
immediately discontinue use and see your physician.
WARNING
Injuries may be caused, or aggravated, by prolonged
use of a tool. When using any tool for prolonged periods,
ensure you take regular breaks.
WHAT’S IN THE BOX
■Line trimmer
■Trimmer guard
■Manual
■Battery (for RLT1825Li13 only)
■Battery charger (for RLT1825Li13 only)
■Philips screw
SYMBOLS ON THE PRODUCT
Read and understand all instructions
before operating the product, follow all
warnings and safety instructions.
Wear eye protection
Wear ear protection
Do not use metal blade(s) on the
product.
Do not expose to rain or damp condition.
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Guaranteed sound power level
Beware of thrown or flying objects.
Keep all bystanders, especially children
and pets, at least 15 m away from the
operating area.
Keep hands away from the cut-off blade.
Regulatory compliance mark
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.
The following signal words and meanings are intended to
explain the levels of risk associated with the product:
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.
PLACEHOLDER

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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 IN THIS MANUAL
Parts or accessories sold separately
Note
Warning

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WHAT’S IN THE BOX
x 1 x 1
x 4
x 1 x 1
RLT1825Li13

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KNOW YOUR PRODUCT
13 5 46
1
2
3
7
8
910
11
12
14
1. Lock-out trigger
2. Switch trigger
3. Front handle
4. Charger
5. Battery latch button
6. Battery pack
7. Spool cover
8. Spool
9. Eyelet
10. Line
11. Line cut-off blade
12. Trimmer guard
13. Lower shaft
14. Upper shaft

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GETTING STARTED
2
1
x 4
3
1 2
3
2
1
4
Insert the battery pack until it clicks into place.
Install the trimmer guard onto the trimmer head.Insert the upper shaft into the lower shaft. Make sure the latches
snap into place to secure.
Push the lock-out trigger and switch trigger to start
operating the product.

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OVERVIEW
p.9
p.12 p.13
p.11
p.14
Trimming Mode
Replacing the spool Maintenance
Edging Mode
Storage

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OPERATION
OPERATING THE TRIMMER
(TRIMMER MODE)
WARNING: Hold the product with one hand
on the trigger handle and the other hand on
the front handle.
WARNING: Do not cut in a dangerous
cutting area. Avoid trees and shrubs. Tree
bark, wood mouldings, cladding, and fence
posts can easily be damaged by the line.
WARNING: Exercise extreme caution when
using the product.
1. Insert the battery pack (1) until the battery
clicks into place. Hold the lock out trigger (2)
and then squeeze the switch trigger (3) to
start operating the product.
3
2
1
1

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OPERATION
1
2
3
2. To advance the line, a quarter inch (6.35 mm)
of line automatically releases when the trigger
is pressed and released.
NOTE: The small blade fitted to the trimmer
guard is designed to trim the new extended
line to the correct length for safe and optimum
performance. It is very sharp; do not touch it,
particularly when cleaning the product.
NOTE: For cutting ease and safety, cut
the grass from the right side to the left
side.
NOTE: Cut tall grass from the top down.
This will prevent grass from wrapping
around the shaft housing and bump
head, which may cause damage from
overheating.
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OPERATION
2
3
4
1
5
3
2
1
1
2
3
OPERATING THE EDGING FUNCTION
(EDGING MODE)
1. Remove the battery pack from the product.
Push the button on the lower shaft and then
turn the upper shaft counterclockwise to turn
to edger position.
2. Insert the battery pack (1). Hold the lock
out button (2) and then squeeze the throttle
trigger (3) to start operating the product.
3. Begin trimming slowly along the edge of the
lawn.

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MAINTENANCE
4
3
2
1
1
2
4
3
1
2
3
4
REPLACING THE SPOOL
1. Remove the battery pack and then push
the tabs on the side of the spool retainer to
remove the trimmer cover.
2. Remove the old spool.
3. To install the new spool, make sure the line
is captured in the slot on the new spool (1).
Install the new spool so that the line and slot
align with the eyelet in the string head (2).
Thread the line into the eyelet (3). Pull the
line extending from the string head so the line
releases from the slot in the spool (4).
4. Reinstall the spool cover by depressing tabs
into slots and pushing down until spool cover
clicks into place.

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MAINTENANCE
2
1
1
2
CLEANING THE PRODUCT
1. Remove the battery pack.
2. Clean all foreign material from the product
with a soft brush.
WARNING: Keep away from corrosive
agents such as garden chemicals and
deicing salts.
WARNING: The small blade fitted to the
cutting attachment guard is designed to trim
the new extended line to the correct length
for safe and optimum performance. It is very
sharp; do not touch it, particularly when
cleaning the product.

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STORAGE
2
1
2
1
1
2
STORING THE PRODUCT
NOTE: Make sure to clean the product before
storing.
1. Remove the battery pack.
2. Store the product.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Cordless line trimmer/edge trimmer
Model RLT1825Li13/OLT1825
Voltage 18 volts
No-load speed 9,500 /min
Cutting capacity 25 cm
Cutting line diameter 1.65 mm
Weight (without battery) 1.5 kg
Max. weight with heaviest pack
and accessory
2.3 kg
Vibration level (in accordance with EN 50636-2-91 Annex BB)
Front handle 4.0 m/s²
Rear handle 4.0 m/s²
Uncertainty 1.5 dB
Noise emission level (in accordance with EN 50636-2-91 Annex
CC)
A-weighted sound pressure
level at the operator’s position
84.7 dB(A)
Uncertainty 2.5 dB
A-weighted sound power level 91.6 dB(A)
Uncertainty 2.5 dB
BATTERY AND CHARGER
Model RLT1825Li O LT1825
Battery pack RB18L13 -
Weight 0.43 kg -
Charger RC18115 -
Compatible
battery packs
BPL-1815, BPL-1820, RB18L13, RB18L15,
RB18L40, RB18L26, RB18L20,
RB18L25, RB18L50
Compatible
chargers
RC18115, BCL-1800, BCL-1800G,
BCL1418, BCL14181H, BCL14183H,
BCS618, RC18120, RC18150U,
RC18627U, BCL1418IV*
* for vehicles with 12 V DC outlets
REPLACEMENT PARTS
1.65 mm cutting line PWFTL1615T/PWFTL1650T
Complete spool RAC1204
Spool (3 pcs) RAC1211
VIBRATION LEVEL
WARNING
The declared vibration value has been measured with a
standard test method and may be used to compare one
tool with another.
The declared vibration value may be used in a
preliminary assessment of exposure.
The vibration emission during actual use of power tool
can differ from the declared total value depending on the
ways in which the tool is used.
Identify safety measures to protect yourself based on an
estimation of exposure in the actual conditions of use,
taking account of all parts of the operating cycle such
as the times when the tool is switched off and when it is
running idle in addition to the trigger time.

Imported by:
Techtronic Industries (Australia) Pty. Ltd.
31 Gilby Road, Mount Waverley, VIC 3149
Melbourne, Australia
Techtronic Industries New Zealand Ltd.
2 Landing Drive, Mangere
Auckland, 2022, New Zealand
961479014-01