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Original Instructions

IMPORTANT!

It is essential that you read the instructions in this manual 

before assembling, operating, and maintaining the 

product.

Subject to technical modification.

Safety, performance, and dependability have been given top 

priority in the design of your cordless line trimmer.

INTENDED USE

The cordless line 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 intended only for outdoor use in a well-

ventilated area. For safety reasons, the product must be 

adequately controlled by a two-handed operation.

When  fitted  with  the  line  string  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.
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.

 

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 instructions safe for later use.

 

The 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 that they do not play with the product.

 

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 who are 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. Turn off the product if anyone enters 

the area.

 

Never use the product while tired, ill, or under the 

influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication.

 

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, or jewellery of 

any kind, and do not use the product with bare feet.

 

Secure long hair so that it is above shoulder level to 

prevent entanglement in moving parts.

 

Before use and after any impact, check that there are no 

damaged parts on the product. A defective switch or any 

part that is damaged or worn should be properly repaired 

or replaced by an authorised service centre.

 

Make sure that 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 the 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 SAFETY WARNINGS

 

Never allow children, persons with reduced physical, 

sensory, or mental capabilities or lack of experience 

and knowledge, or people who are unfamiliar with the 

instructions to use the product.

 

Use the product in daylight or with good artificial light.

 

Avoid using the product on wet grass.

 

Keep firm 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.

 

Keep the head attachment below waist level.

 

Never use the product with damaged guards or without 

guards in place.

 

Never fit a metal replacement line.

 

Keep hands and feet away from the cutting means at all 

times, especially when turning on the motor.

 

Beware, the cutting elements continue to rotate after the 

motor is turned off.

Summary of Contents for R18HLTR38

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Page 2: ...here 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 or jewellery of any kind and do not use the product with bare feet Secure long h...

Page 3: ...merse the tool battery pack or charger in fluid or allow 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 Turn off the product remove the battery pack and allow both to cool down before storing or transporting Remove all foreign materials from the ...

Page 4: ... off blade Beware of thrown or flying objects Keep all bystanders especially children and pets at least 15 m away from the operating area Guaranteed sound power level 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 Regulatory Compliance Mark RCM Product meets applicable r...

Page 5: ...Battery port Rear handle Trigger switch Lock out trigger Speed selector Front handle Adjustment knob Lower shaft Speed winder Safety guard Clamp Cut off blade Cutting line String head Operator s manual Battery pack Charger R18HLTR14 ...

Page 6: ...d on the edge of the lower shaft Secure the clamp and safety guard on the product by installing the screws on the lower shaft and safety guard Insert the lower shaft to the upper shaft until the latch clicks into place Turn the knob clockwise to tighten and secure both latches Turn the wing nut counter clockwise to release the screw and the clamp from the front handle Attach the front handle on th...

Page 7: ...7 4 7 38 cm 33 cm p 16 p 11 Replacing the line Operating the product Replacing the string head Cleaning the product Storing the product Adjusting the cutting line p 8 p 15 p 12 p 14 ...

Page 8: ...ider 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 WARNING Exercise extreme caution when using the product Keep hands and feet away from the cutting means at all times especially when turning on the motor 1 Insert the battery pack until the latches click into place 2 Use the speed sele...

Page 9: ...not hold the bump knob onto the ground NOTE Tap the bump knob only on grass to prevent damage to the bump knob NOTE The small blade fitted to the cutting attachment guard is designed to trim the newly extended line to the correct length for safe and optimum performance The blade is very sharp Do not touch the blade particularly when cleaning the product 5 For cutting ease and safety cut the grass ...

Page 10: ...Cut tall grass from the top down This prevents grass from wrapping around the shaft housing and bump head which may cause damage from overheating NOTE Cut grass from the right side to the left side for cutting ease and safety ...

Page 11: ...2 Remove the screws on the line cut off blade Remove the blade Rotate the blade 180º NOTE The cutting width of the line trimmer can be adjusted according to preference A cutting width of 38 cm gets the job done faster but results in a lesser runtine 3 Install the blade Tighten the screws to secure the blade into the new position ...

Page 12: ...ne through the eyelet on the side of the string head and push until the line comes out through the eyelet on the other side Continue to push the line through the string head until the line is even in length on both sides 4 Ensure that there are equal lengths of line on either side of the string head max 1 65 m per side Rotate the bump knob with the speed winder to wind the line NOTE The bump knob ...

Page 13: ...the line The line advances each time the head is tapped Do not hold the bump knob onto the ground NOTE Tap the bump knob only on grass to prevent damage to the bump knob NOTE The small blade fitted to the cutting attachment guard is designed to trim the newly extended line to the correct length for safe and optimum performance The blade is very sharp Do not touch the blade particularly when cleani...

Page 14: ...EPLACING THE STRING HEAD 1 Remove the battery pack 2 Insert an allen wrench into the slot underneath the string head Loosen and remove the trimmer head 3 Install the new string head Tighten the string head to secure 4 Remove the allen wrench ...

Page 15: ...tended line to the correct length for safe and optimum performance The blade is very sharp Do not touch the blade particularly when cleaning the product 2 Clean the product with a soft dry brush WARNING Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts Most plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use ...

Page 16: ...ttery pack 2 Turn the knob counterclockwise to loosen and remove the lower shaft from the upper shaft 3 Store the product in a cool dry and well ventilated place that is inaccessible to children Keep the product away from corrosive agents such as garden chemicals and de icing salts Do not store the product outdoors ...

Page 17: ... vehicles with 12V d c outlets REPLACEMENT PARTS Replacement head RAC1214 Replacement bump knob 530455002 Replacement 2 0 mm trimming line PWFTL2050T NOTE Visit your local special orders desk or contact RYOBI Customer Service for replacement parts WARNING The declared vibration total values and the declared noise emission values given in this instruction manual have been measured in accordance wit...

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Page 20: ...by Road Mount Waverley VIC 3149 Melbourne Australia Techtronic Industries N Z Limited Unit C 70 Business Parade South Highbrook Auckland 2013 New Zealand RYOBI is a trade mark of Ryobi Limited and is used under license 2021 Techtronic Cordless GP 961068242 01 ...

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