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Your hedge trimmer has been engineered and manufactured to our high standard for dependability, ease of operation, and 
operator safety. When properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance.

WARNING:

 

To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator’s manual before using   

this product.

Thank you for your purchase.

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

18 VOLT HEDGE TRIMMER 

P2600

BATTERIES AND CHARGERS 
SOLD SEPARATELY

Summary of Contents for P2600

Page 1: ...operation and operator safety When properly cared for it will give you years of rugged trouble free performance WARNING To reduce the risk of injury the user must read and understand the operator s manual before using this product Thank you for your purchase OPERATOR S MANUAL 18 VOLT HEDGE TRIMMER P2600 BATTERIES AND CHARGERS SOLD SEPARATELY ...

Page 2: ...s 8 n Assembly 9 n Operation 10 13 n Maintenance 14 17 n Parts Ordering Service 18 TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION This tool has many features for making its use more pleasant and enjoyable Safety performance and dependability have been given top priority in the design of this product making it easy to maintain and operate ...

Page 3: ...blades when they are moving n Do not use tool if switch does not turn it on or off A tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired n Avoid accidental starting Be sure switch is in the locked or off position before inserting battery pack Carrying tools with your finger on the switch or inserting the battery pack into a tool with the switch on invites accidents n A...

Page 4: ...e when used with another battery pack Use battery pack only with charger listed MODEL BATTERY PACK P100 CHARGER P110 P2600 130255004 1423701 140237023 or 130224028 or 140237021 n To reduce the risk of explosion and possible injury DO NOT place battery units or their batteries near fire or heat n Do not mutilate the battery pack Released electrolyte is corrosive and may cause damage to the eyes or ...

Page 5: ...ructions also to prevent misuse of the product and possible injury SAFETY RULES FOR CHARGER WARNING READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock fire and or serious personal injury n Before using battery charger read all instructions and cautionary markings in this manual on battery charger battery and product using battery to pr...

Page 6: ...s 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 Eye Protection Wear eye protection when operating this equipment Safety Alert Precautions that involve your safety Gloves Wear non slip heavy duty protective gloves when handling the blades Moving Parts Keep hands a...

Page 7: ...ol operation always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields or 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 which is marked to comply with ANSI Z87 1 WARNING SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS SYMBOLS SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation whi...

Page 8: ...self with all operating features and safety rules BLADE COVER The blade cover keeps the operator from coming in contact with the sharp blades when the tool is not in use It also helps keep the blades from being nicked or damaged when the tool is in storage BLADES BLADE COVER GUARD TRIGGER LOCK GUARD The guard helps to deflect chips or other debris away from the operator s hands TRIGGER LOCK The tr...

Page 9: ...for assistance PACKING LIST Hedge Trimmer Blade Cover Operator s Manual Warranty Registration Card WARNING If any parts are damaged or missing do not operate this tool until the damaged or missing parts are replaced Failure to do so could result in possible serious personal injury WARNING Do not attempt to modify this tool or create accesso ries not recommended for use with this tool Any such alte...

Page 10: ...lightly warm to the touch while charging This is normal and does not indicate a problem n Do not place the charger and battery pack in an area of extreme heat or cold They will work best at normal room temperature NOTE The charger and battery pack should be placed in a location where the temperature is more than 50 F but less than 100 F n When batteries become fully charged unplug the charger from...

Page 11: ... your battery pack under normal cir cumstances returnboththebatterypackandchargertoyour nearest Authorized Service Center for electrical check TO INSTALL BATTERY PACK See Figure 3 n Place the battery pack in the hedge trimmer Align the raised rib on the battery pack with groove in the hedge trimmer s battery port n Make sure the latches on each side of the battery pack snap in place and that the b...

Page 12: ...PPING THE HEDGE TRIMMER See Figure 4 n Release the switch trigger to stop the hedge trimmer n Upon release of the switch trigger the trigger lock will automatically reset to the locked position HOLDING THE HEDGE TRIMMER See Figure 5 The unit has both a front and rear handle With the blade directed away from you hold the unit by both handles WARNING Always keep both hands on the hedge trimmer handl...

Page 13: ...r through heavy shrubbery This can cause the blades to bind and slow down If the blades slow down reduce the pace n Do not try to cut stems or twigs that are larger than 3 8 in thick or those obviously too large to feed into the cutting blade Use a non powered hand saw or pruning saw to trim large stems n If blades do become jammed stop the motor allow the blades to stop and remove the battery pac...

Page 14: ...EMOVAL AND PREPARATION FOR RECYCLING To preserve natural resources please recycle or dispose of batteries properly This product contains nickel cadmium batteries Local state or federal laws may prohibit disposal of nickel cadmium batteries in ordinary trash Consult your local waste authority for information regarding available recycling and or disposal options WARNING Upon removal cover the batter...

Page 15: ... the blade from the housing INSTALLING A NEW BLADE Before installing a new blade apply a lithium based grease to the areas indicated n Align the cams n Place the new blade on the housing and align the yokes to drop into place Rotate the blade so that it drops past the lower cam NOTE When properly aligned the blade assembly fits in the recessed slot in the motor housing n Reinstall the four 4 blade...

Page 16: ...NING THE BLADE See Figure 11 n Allow the blades of the hedge trimmer to come to a stop in the position shown This will allow clearance for the file between the cutter teeth and the guard teeth n Remove the battery pack from the hedge trimmer n Clamp the blade assembly in a vise and file the exposed cutting surface of each blade tooth with an 8 in smooth round file 1 4 in or 7 32 in in diameter Be ...

Page 17: ... as kerosene n Moisture can cause a shock hazard Wipe off any moisture with a soft dry cloth n Use a small brush or the air discharge of a small vacuum cleaner brush to clear dust or debris from the air vents on the motor housing STORING THE HEDGE TRIMMER See Figure 12 n Clean the hedge trimmer thoroughly before storing Store the hedge trimmer in a dry well ventilated place that is inaccessible to...

Page 18: ...e call 1 800 860 4050 for your nearest Authorized Service Center You can also check our web site at www ryobitools com for a complete list of Authorized Service Centers MODEL NO AND SERIAL NO The model number of this tool will be found on a plate attached to the motor housing Please record the model number and serial number in the space provided below HOW TO ORDER REPAIR PARTS When ordering repair...

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