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EnGLISH (Original Instructions)

Lubricant

Use synthetic 2-stroke lubricant for air cooled engines.

Mix Petrol and Lubricant

Mix the fuel mix thoroughly and also each time before 

refuelling.

Switch

On/Off Switch

I  = ON to Run

O = OFF to Stop

Wet Conditions Alert

Do not use in rain or wet conditions.

SYMBOLS

SERVICE

Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge and should 

be  performed  only  by  a  qualified  service  technician.  For 

service we suggest you return the product to the nearest 

AUTHORISED SERVICE CEnTER

 for repair. When servicing, 

use only identical replacement parts.

SAVE THESE InSTRUCTIOnS

The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product. 

SYMBOL  SIGnAL 

MEAnInG

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.

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.

 

 WARnInG:

 To  avoid  serious  personal  injury,  do  not  attempt 

to  use  this  product  until  you  read  thoroughly  and 

understand completely the operator’s manual. If you 

do not understand the warnings and instructions in the 

operator’s manual, do not use this product. Call Ryobi 

customer service for assistance.

 

 WARnInG:

 The operation of any power tool can result in foreign 

objects being thrown into your eyes, which can result 

in severe eye damage. Before beginning power tool 

operation,  always  wear  safety  goggles  or  safety 

glasses with side shields and, when needed, a full face 

shield. We recommend Wide Vision Safety Mask for 

use over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with 

side shields. 

Summary of Contents for RHT2660DAG

Page 1: ...PETROL HEDGE TRIMMER OPERATOR S MANUAL RHT2660DAG Important It is essential that you read the instructions in this manual before operating this machine Keep for future reference...

Page 2: ...vering to contain long hair DO NOT OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT WHILE BARE FOOT OR WHEN WEARING SANDALS OR SIMILAR LIGHTWEIGHT FOOTWEAR Wear protective footwear that will protect your feet and improve your f...

Page 3: ...ng area free from wires nails metallic cable glass stones and debris Do not cut against hard objects this could cause injury or damage the trimmer damp or wet locations or expose to rain Keep work are...

Page 4: ...ally if steps or ladders are used Don t touch the blades Make sure you hold the tool firmly with both handles and that you are well balanced with your weight evenly distributed on both feet Keep the c...

Page 5: ...h or serious injury WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not av...

Page 6: ...r start or operate the product with the sheath in place TRIGGER lock The trigger lock prevents unintentional starting of the hedge trimmer blades PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Engine Displacement 26 cc Max E...

Page 7: ...ynthetic 2 stroke lubricant only Do not use automotive lubricant or 2 stroke outboard lubricant Mix 2 synthetic 2 stroke lubricant into the petrol This is a 50 1 ratio Mix the fuel thoroughly and also...

Page 8: ...uel cap Replace fuel cap and hand tighten Wipe up any fuel spillage Move at least 10m away from refuelling area before starting the product NOTE It is normal for smoke to be emitted from a new engine...

Page 9: ...only operate at one of these locked positions The handle is locked when the rotating handle knob is securely into place is not extended and the handle will no longer move to either side CUTTING TIPS...

Page 10: ...ay contribute to a condition called Raynaud s Syndrome in certain individuals Symptoms may include tingling numbness and blanching of the fingers usually apparent upon exposure to cold Hereditary fact...

Page 11: ...xtended period it is advisable to lubricate the blade during use Note Do not lubricate while the hedge trimmer is running Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire Lubricate the hedge trimmer...

Page 12: ...from the blades turning at idle SPARK PLUG replacement This engine uses a Champion RCJ6Y with 025 in electrode gap Use an exact replacement and replace annually Follow these steps to replace the spark...

Page 13: ...eign material from the product Store idle unit indoors in a dry well ventilated area that is inaccessible to children Keep away from corrosive agents such as garden chemicals and de icing salts Always...

Page 14: ...proximately three minutes to warm up Allow engine to completely warm up If engine does not accelerate after three minutes contact a servicing dealer Engine starts but will only run at high speed at ha...

Page 15: ...as principal and the dealer has no authority from the Company s behalf except as herein contained or herein referred to Guarantee Conditions This guarantee only applies provided that the product has b...

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