User manual RYOBI 130REB

[. . . ] 130rEB Electric Trimmer / Edger / Blower OPERATOR'S MANUAL FOR QUESTIONS, CALL 1-800-345-8746 in U. S. or 1-800-265-6778 in CANADA www. ryobi. com IMPORTANT MANUAL DO NOT THROW AWAY INTRODUCTION THANK YOU Thank you for buying this quality product. This modern outdoor power tool will provide many hours of useful service. You will find it to be a great labor-saving device. [. . . ] Secure the extension cord to motor housing as shown (Fig. 5). STARTING THE UNIT Be in the operating position (Fig. Squeeze the trigger to start the trimmer (Fig. 6). STOPPING THE UNIT Release the trigger to stop the trimmer. OPERATING THE TWO-SPEED SWITCH This unit is equipped with a two-speed switch; a powerful high speed for demanding yard work, and a precision low speed for light-duty yard work. Push the switch up for high speed trimming. Push the switch down for low speed trimming (Fig. 6). CAUTION: Do not use the unit for demanding work with the switch in the low speed. This may cause the unit to overheat and fail. Trigger Fig. 5 9 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS OPERATING THE CLICK-LINK® SYSTEM The Click-Link® system enables the use of these optional add-ons. While firmly holding the add-on, push it straight into the Click-Link® coupler (Fig. NOTE: Aligning the release button with the guide recess will help installation (Fig. 8). Click-Link® Coupler Release Button Primary Hole WARNING: Read and understand operator's manual for add-on prior to operation. Removing the Cutting Attachment or Add-Ons: 1. Turn the knob counterclockwise to loosen (Fig. While firmly holding the upper shaft housing, pull the cutting attachment or add-on straight out of the Click-Link® coupler. Installing the Cutting Attachment or Add-Ons: Upper Shaft Housing Fig. Turn the knob clockwise to tighten (Fig. 9). WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury, shut unit off before removing or installing add-ons. NOTE: To make installing or removing the add-on easier, place the unit on the ground or on a work bench. Turn the knob counterclockwise to loosen (Fig. 7). CAUTION: Lock the release button in the primary hole and securely tighten the knob before operating this unit. 90° Edging Hole 180° Edging Hole Click-Link® Coupler Release Button Knob Fig. 7 CAUTION: The cutting attachment and addons with the Click-Link® system are to be used in the primary hole unless stated otherwise in the specific add-ons operator's manual. Using the wrong hole could lead to personal injury, or damage to the unit. For edging when using the line head cutting attachment with Click-Link® models, lock the release button of the cutting attachment into the 90° edging hole or the 180° edging hole(Fig. The edger add-on should be installed with the release button in the primary hole. 10 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS HOLDING THE TRIMMER WARNING: Always wear eye, hearing, foot and body protection to reduce the risk of injury when operating this unit. Before operating the unit, stand in the operating position (Fig. [. . . ] This warranty extends to the original retail purchaser only and commences on the date of original retail purchase. Any part of the RYOBI Product manufactured or supplied by RYOBI and found in the reasonable judgement of RYOBI to be defective in material or workmanship will be repaired or replaced by an authorized RYOBI service dealer without charge for parts and labor. The RYOBI Product including any defective part must be returned to an authorized service dealer within the warranty period. The expense of delivering the RYOBI Product to the dealer for warranty work and the expense of returning it back to the owner after repair or replacement will be paid for by the owner. [. . . ]