background image

9

OPERATING THE CLICK-LINK

®

SYSTEM -

MODELS 132r AND 137r

Models 132r and 137r are equipped with a Click-
Link System, which enables optional attachments
to be installed on this unit.

The optional attachments are:

Sweeper/Blower ........................................SB720r

Vacuum........................................................LV720r

Edger ..........................................................LE720r

Cultivator....................................................GC720r

Straight Shaft Trimmer ............ SS670r or SS725r

Tree Pruner..................................................TP720r

Snow Thrower ............................................ST720r

Hedge Trimmer ..........................................HS720r

Blower/Vacuum ..........................................BV720r

Blower ........................................................TB720r

Removing the Lower (Attachment) Boom

NOTE:

To make removing the boom easier, 

place the unit on the ground or on a 
table.

1. Loosen the knob 

counterclockwise

(Fig. 12).

2. Push the release button 

in

(Fig. 12).

3. Pull the lower boom straight out of the Click-

Link (Fig. 13).

CAUTION:

Make sure the release

button is locked in the primary hole
and knob is securely tightened
before operating this unit.

CAUTION:

All attachments are designed

to be used in the primary hole unless
otherwise indicated in the specific
attachment’s operator’s manual. If the
incorrect hole is used, it could result in
injury, or damage to the unit.

Click-Link

Click-Link

Release Button

Guide

Recess

Knob

Primary Hole

Upper

Boom

Lower

Boom

Release

Button

3. Tighten the knob securely 

clockwise

before

using the unit (Fig. 14).

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Fig. 11

OPERATING THE TWO-SPEED SWITCH -

MODELS 132r AND 137r ONLY

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. 11).

Installing the Lower (Attachment) Boom

1. Remove the hanger from the lower 

(attachment) boom. Hold the release button 
down while pushing the lower (attachment) 
boom into the Click-Link (Fig. 13).

2.

FOR BASIC TRIMMING OR USING OTHER

RYOBI ATTACHMENTS

- Locate and lock the

release button into the primary hole in the
Click-Link (Fig. 13).

Fig. 12

Fig. 13

Fig. 14

If your unit is not assembled, or you have
more than one attachment, use the following
instructions:

Trimming Head

Edging Hole (90˚)

Trimming

Head

Edging Hole

(180˚)

Knob

Washer

Summary of Contents for 105r, 132r, 137r

Page 1: ...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 OPERATOR S MANUAL Electric Trimmers 105r 132r 137r...

Page 2: ...2r 7 D Installing the String Guard Model 137r 8 III Operating Instructions 8 10 A Connecting the cord 8 B Starting the trimmer 8 C Holding the trimmer 8 D Operating two speed switch Models 132r and 13...

Page 3: ...MA type connector parallel blade U ground may also be used Extension cords are available from your local retailer Use only round jacketed extension cords approved for outdoor use THE PURPOSE OF SAFETY...

Page 4: ...oot or wearing open sandals Always wear sturdy rubber soled footwear The use of gloves ear hearing protection and long pants are recommended A nameplate on your unit indicates what voltage it uses Nev...

Page 5: ...ilament line that is not specifically designed for use with your model Keep trimmer clean of vegetation and other materials Always stop the unit when cutting is delayed or when walking from one cuttin...

Page 6: ...starting or operating this unit THROWN OBJECTS AND ROTATING CUTTER CAN CAUSE SEVERE INJURY WARNING Do not operate without guard in place Keep away from rotating cutter WEAR EYE AND HEARING PROTECTION...

Page 7: ...Handle 180 top of the boom to the correct operating position 3 Position the D Handle as desired and tighten the wing nut Fig 2 If the string guard on your unit is not installed use the following instr...

Page 8: ...ttom of the guard Fig 8 Fig 8 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS This trimmer has been designed and built to withstand normal use It will provide many hours of service provided the operating instructions are clos...

Page 9: ...nt s operator s manual If the incorrect hole is used it could result in injury or damage to the unit Click Link Click Link Release Button Guide Recess Knob Primary Hole Upper Boom Lower Boom Release B...

Page 10: ...line is released For best results tap the head on bare ground or hard soil If line release is attempted in tall grass the motor may overheat Always keep the trimming line fully extended Line release b...

Page 11: ...lling the line out of the line loading or locking holes See Figs 18 and 19 for location of holes 1 Line up the arrow on the inner reel with the arrow on the outer spool Fig 17 NOTE Do not wind the inn...

Page 12: ...nterclockwise Fig 22 RELEASING THE INNER REEL If the speed spool does not operate correctly when bumping the head on the ground use the following instructions 1 Pull the ends of the line firmly away f...

Page 13: ...of the outer spool To clean the shaft underneath the plunger press down on the plunger Fig 27 Remove any dirt and or debris from the shaft 5 Install the inner reel spring foam seal and Bump Knob into...

Page 14: ...the plastic housing or handle They can be damaged by certain household cleaners that contain aromatic oils such as pine and lemon and by solvents such as kerosene Moisture can also cause a shock hazar...

Page 15: ...15 NOTES...

Page 16: ...ltered or modified so as to change its intended use The warranty does not extend to repairs made necessary by normal wear or by the use of parts or accessories which are either incompatible with the R...

Reviews: