Page 3 - GENERAL SAFETY RULES; SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS; SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
2 3 GENERAL SAFETY RULES WARNING! READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS. Fail- ure to follow all instructions listed below, may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS n Know your tool. Read and understand the operator’s manual and observe the warnings a...
Page 4 - PRECAUTIONS AGAINST KICKBACK
4 5 SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES PRECAUTIONS AGAINST KICKBACK Kickback is a dangerous reaction that can lead to serious injury. n Keep a firm grip on the unit with both hands when operating the unit. Place your right hand on the rear handle and your left hand on the front handle. A firm grip will help you ...
Page 5 - SAFETY RULES FOR CHARGER
4 5 n An extension cord should not be used unlessabsolutely necessary. Use of improper extension cord could result in a risk of fire and electric shock. Ifextension cord must be used, make sure: a . T h a t p i n s o n p l u g o f e x t e n s i o n c o r d a r e t h e s a m e n u m b e r , s i z e a...
Page 6 - SYMBOLS
6 7 SYMBOLS Some of the following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer. SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION V Volts Voltage Hz Hertz Frequency (cycles per second) A Ampe...
Page 7 - SERVICE
6 7 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 AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER for repair. When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. WARNING: To avoid...
Page 8 - FEATURES
8 9 FEATURES Fig. 1 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Motor .................................................................. 18 Volt DCBlade Length ................................................................ 5 in.Cutting Capacity................................................... Max 4 in. Net Weight .....
Page 9 - ASSEMBLY; UNPACKING
8 9 ASSEMBLY Fig. 2 UNPACKING This product requires assembly. n Carefully remove the tool and any accessories from the box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are included. n Inspect the tool carefully to make sure no breakage or damage occurred during shipping. n Do not discard the...
Page 10 - OPERATION; CHARGING A COOL BATTERY PACK; APPLICATIONS
10 11 OPERATION NOTE: Batteries will not reach full charge the first time they are charged. Allow several cycles (operation followed by recharging) for them to become fully charged. CHARGING A COOL BATTERY PACK If battery pack is within normal temperature range, the red LED on charger will come on. ...
Page 11 - CHARGING A HOT BATTERY PACK; TO REMOVE BATTERY PACK
10 11 OPERATION CHARGING A HOT BATTERY PACK When using the tool continuously, the batteries in the battery pack will become hot. You should let a hot battery pack cool down for approximately 30 minutes before attempting to recharge. When the battery pack becomes discharged and is hot, this will caus...
Page 12 - ADJUSTING THE SHAFT
12 13 OPERATION Fig. 8 LOWER PORTION OF SHAFT ADJUSTMENT COLLAR WARNING: Battery tools are always in operating condition. Therefore, switch should always be locked when not in use orcarrying at your side. ADJUSTING THE SHAFT See Figures 6 - 8. n Rotate the lower portion of the shaft adjustment colla...
Page 13 - PROCEDURES FOR CUTTING
12 13 STARTING AND STOPPING THE POLE PRUNER See Figures 9 - 10. STARTING THE POLE PRUNER n Hold the pole pruner as shown and ensure that you are well away from anything that may contact the blade. n Press and hold the trigger lock. n Depress the switch trigger. n Release the trigger lock. Continue t...
Page 15 - MAINTENANCE; GENERAL MAINTENANCE; TRANSPORTING AND STORING
14 15 MAINTENANCE WARNING: When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage. WARNING: Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields during power tool operation or when blowing dust. If operation is dusty, also w...
Page 16 - • MODEL NUMBER; OPERATOR’S MANUAL; 8 VOLT POLE PRUNER
16 RYOBI TECHNOLOGIES, INC. 1428 Pearman Dairy Road, Anderson, SC 29625 Post Office Box 1207, Anderson, SC 29622-1207 Phone 1-800-860-4050 www.ryobitools.com 983000-845 10-05 • SERVICE Now that you have purchased your tool, should a need ever exist for repair parts or service, simply contact your ne...