Ryobi P2600A- Manuals

Page 2 - CALL US FIRST

 Introduction .....................................................................................................................................................................   General Safety Rules .................................................................................................

Page 3 - GENERAL SAFETY RULES; READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS

3 GENERAL SAFETY RULES WARNING! READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS. Failure to follow all instructions listed below, may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS  Know your tool. Read and understand the operator’s manual and observe the warnings and ins...

Page 4 - BATTERY SAFETY; SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES

4  Before starting the hedge trimmer, make sure the blade is not in contact with any object.  Stop the unit, remove the battery pack, and make sure the blade has stopped before setting the unit down.  Never cut any material with a diameter larger than 3/8 in.  DANGER: Risk of cut. Keep hands awa...

Page 5 - SYMBOLS

5 SYMBOLS Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the product better and safer. SYMBOL NAME EXPLANATION V Volts Voltage A Amperes Current Hz Hertz Frequency (cycles per seco...

Page 6 - SERVICE; SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS; CAUTION

6 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 assista...

Page 7 - FEATURES; PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS; GUARD

7 FEATURES Fig. 1 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Motor .................................................................. 18 Volt DCBlade Length .............................................................. 18 in. Cutting Capacity........................................................ 3/8 in.Net Weight .....

Page 8 - ASSEMBLY; UNPACKING; OPERATION; APPLICATIONS

8 ASSEMBLY UNPACKING This product has been shipped completely assembled.  Carefully remove the product and any accessories from the box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are included.  Inspect the product carefully to make sure no breakage or damage occurred during shipping.  D...

Page 9 - STARTING THE HEDGE TRIMMER

9 OPERATION Fig. 3 WARNING: Battery tools are always in operating condition. Therefore, switch should always be locked when not in use or carrying at your side. STARTING THE HEDGE TRIMMER See Figure 3.  Remove the blade cover.  Press and hold the trigger lock.  Depress the switch trigger.  Relea...

Page 10 - OPERATING TIPS

10 18 .0v Fig. 5 OPERATION OPERATING TIPS See Figures 5 - 6. DANGER If blade jams on any electrical cord or line, DO NOT TOUCH THE BLADE! IT CAN BECOME ELECTRICALLY LIVE AND VERY DANGEROUS. Continue to hold the hedge trimmer by the insulated rear handle or lay it down and away from you in a safe man...

Page 11 - MAINTENANCE; GENERAL MAINTENANCE

11 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 wear...

Page 12 - REPLACING BLADES

1 MAINTENANCE WARNING: Blades are sharp. When handling the blade assembly, wear non-slip, heavy-duty protective gloves. Do not place your hand or fingers between blades or in any position where they could get pinched or cut. NEVER touch blades or service unit with battery pack installed. REPLACING B...

Page 13 - LUBRICATING THE BLADE

13 MAINTENANCE LUBRICATING THE BLADE See Figure 9. For easier operation and longer blade life, lubricate the hedge trimmer blade before and after each use.  Remove the battery pack from the hedge trimmer.  Lay the hedge trimmer on a flat surface. Apply light weight machine oil along the edge of th...

Page 14 - CLEANING THE HEDGE TRIMMER

14 MAINTENANCE CLEANING THE HEDGE TRIMMER  Slide the blade cover over the blade.  Remove the battery pack.  Clean dirt and debris from the body of the hedge trimmer, using a damp cloth with a mild detergent. NOTE: Do not use any strong detergents on the plastic housing or the handle. They can be ...

Page 15 - LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT; WARRANTY

15 LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT Techtronic Industries North America, Inc., warrants to the original retail purchaser that this RYOBI ® brand outdoor product is free from defect in material and workmanship and agrees to repair or replace, at Techtronic Industries North America, Inc.’s, discretion, any ...

Page 16 - TECHTRONIC INDUSTRIES NORTH AMERICA, INC.; PARTS AND SERVICE; • MODEL NUMBER; HOW TO OBTAIN REPLACEMENT PARTS:; Replacement parts can be purchased online at; HOW TO LOCATE AN AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER:; Authorized Service Centers can be located online at; HOW TO OBTAIN CUSTOMER OR TECHNICAL SUPPORT:; OPERATOR’S MANUAL; 8 VOLT HEDGE TRIMMER

TECHTRONIC INDUSTRIES NORTH AMERICA, INC. 148 Pearman Dairy Road Anderson, SC 965 Phone 1-800-860-4050 www.ryobitools.com RYOBI ® is a registered trademark of Ryobi Limited used under license. • PARTS AND SERVICE Prior to requesting service or purchasing replacement parts, please obtain your model a...