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Ryobi 150r Operator's Manual

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150r
12 Volt Battery Trimmer
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
FOR QUESTIONS, CALL 1-800-345-8746 in U.S. or
1-800-265-6778 in CANADA
www.ryobi.com
IMPORTANT MANUAL
DO NOT THROW AWAY

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  • Page 1 150r 12 Volt Battery Trimmer OPERATOR’S MANUAL FOR QUESTIONS, CALL 1-800-345-8746 in U.S. or 1-800-265-6778 in CANADA www.ryobi.com IMPORTANT MANUAL DO NOT THROW AWAY...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    A. Charging the Unit ....8 B. Holding the Trimmer ....9 C.

  • Page 3: Rules For Safe Operation

    • Use only 0.080 in (2.03 mm) diameter genuine Ryobi replacement line. Never use metal-reinforced line, wire, or rope, etc.. These can break off and become a dangerous projectile.

  • Page 4: While Operating

    • Do not use charger outdoors. WHILE OPERATING • To avoid accidental starting, never carry your trimmer with your finger on the trigger. • Wear safety glasses or goggles that are marked as meeting ANSI Z87.1-1989 standards, and ear/hearing protection when operating this unit.

  • Page 5: Safety And International Symbols

    RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION • Use only genuine Ryobi replacement parts when servicing this unit. These parts are available from your authorized service dealer. • Do not use parts, accessories or attachments not authorized by Ryobi for this unit. Doing so could lead to serious injury to the user, or damage to the unit, and void your warranty.

  • Page 6: Know Your Unit

    RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION SYMBOL KNOW YOUR UNIT Overload Protection Switch APPLICATION Use this unit for; • Cutting grass and light weeds. • Decorative trimming around trees, fences, etc. Line Cutting Blade • THROWN OBJECTS AND ROTATING CUTTER CAN CAUSE SEVERE INJURY WARNING: Do not operate without the cutting attachment shield in place.

  • Page 7: Assembly Instructions

    ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS This unit is completely assembled. However, some adjustments may be required to provide safe and easy use for the operator. It is suggested that you mount the charging unit per instructions and allow the unit to charge for at least 36 hours prior to first use.

  • Page 8: Operating Instructions

    Fig. 5 3. The battery should be charged for at least 24 hours between uses. NOTE: The trimmer’s operating time and the life of the battery will be shorten if step 3 is not followed. 4. Always place the unit back on the charging station after each use.

  • Page 9: Holding The Trimmer

    To prevent serious personal injury, ensure the lock-off button resets each time the trigger is released. TO STOP UNIT Release the trigger to stop the trimmer. Lock-Off Button Fig. 8 OVERLOAD PROTECTION SWITCH This unit is equipped with an overload protection switch to prevent damage to the motor in the event of overheating.

  • Page 10: Adjusting Trimming Line Length

    Also, the clippings are thrown away from the operator. 5. Slowly move the trimmer into and out of the area being cut, maintaining the trimmer at the desired cutting height. This can be either a forward-backward or side-to-side motion.

  • Page 11: Maintenance And Repair Instructions

    The motor may overheat and fail if you use a larger diameter line. WARNING: Always use genuine Ryobi replacement line. Do not use metal-reinforced line. Removing the Existing Reel and Spring 1. Remove the bump head cover by pressing in both bump head cover tabs visible on either side of the bump head outer spool (Fig.
  • Page 12 MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS 4. Check the indexing teeth on the inner reel and outer spool for wear (Fig. 13). If necessary, remove burrs or replace the reel and spool. Indexing Teeth Fig. 13 Winding the Existing Reel 1. Take approximately 12 feet (3.6 m) of new trimming line, insert one end of the line into the hole in the inner reel (Fig.

  • Page 13: Installing A Prewound Reel

    Any other type may cause damage to the unit, batteries and possible injury. Your trimmer requires a Ryobi #180294 12V charger and #180295 charging station. The charging instructions in this manual refer only to these parts.

  • Page 14: Battery Pack Replacement

    MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS BATTERY PACK REPLACEMENT This requires some disassembly of the unit. If you feel unsure or unqualified to perform this, take the unit to an authorized service center. NOTE: If the battery requires replacing, we recommend that this be done by an authorized service center.
  • Page 15 MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS Housing Screws (11) Charging Indicator Light Overload Protection Switch Lock-Off Button Trigger Trigger Switch Motor Wires Motor Wires Housing Tube Red Wire (Positive Black Wires (Negative Charger Connection Fig. 19 Left Battery Housing Battery Cushions (5) Battery Pack Steps...

  • Page 16: Cleaning And Storage

    CLEANING AND STORAGE CLEANING THE UNIT WARNING: Battery tools do not have to be plugged into an electrical outlet; therefore, they are always in operating condition. To prevent serious personal injury, take extra precautions and care when performing maintenance, cleaning or servicing the unit.

  • Page 17: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS BATTERY, MOTOR & CUTTING ATTACHMENT Motor ............12 Volt DC, 15 Amps Battery .

  • Page 18: Warranty

    RYOBI Operator’s Manual. This warranty does not apply to any damage to the RYOBI Product that is the result of improper maintenance or to any RYOBI Product that has been altered or modified so as to...

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