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Ryobi P2600 Operator's Manual

18 volt hedge trimmer
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BATTERIES AND CHARGERS
SOLD SEPARATELY
Your hedge trimmer has been engineered and manufactured to our high standard for dependability, ease of operation, and
operator safety. When properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator's manual before using
this product.
Thank you for your purchase.
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
18 VOLT HEDGE TRIMMER
P2600

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  • Page 1 BATTERIES AND CHARGERS SOLD SEPARATELY Your hedge trimmer has been engineered and manufactured to our high standard for dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety. When properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance. WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator’s manual before using this product.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    n Introduction ... 2 n General Safety Rules ... 3 n Specific Safety Rules... 4 n Safety Rules for Charger ... 5 n Symbols... 6-7 n Features... 8 n Assembly ... 9 n Operation... 10-13 n Maintenance ... 14-17 n Parts Ordering / Service ... 18 This tool has many features for making its use more pleasant and enjoyable.

  • Page 3: General Safety Rules

    Avoid dangerous environments. Do not use the tool in damp or wet locations. Do not operate the hedge trimmer in rain. n Maintain tools with care. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean.

  • Page 4: Specific Safety Rules

    Before starting the hedge trimmer, make sure the blade is not in contact with any object. n Stop the unit, remove the battery pack, and make sure the blade has stopped before setting the unit down. n Never cut any material with a diameter larger than 3/8 in.

  • Page 5: Safety Rules For Charger

    SAFETY RULES FOR CHARGER WARNING! READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS. Failure to follow all instructions listed below, may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury. n Before using battery charger, read all instructions and cautionary markings in this manual, on battery charger, battery, and product using battery to prevent misuse of the products and possible injury or damage.

  • Page 6: 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 Volts Amperes Hertz Watt Minutes Alternating Current Direct Current No Load Speed...

  • Page 7: Save These Instructions

    The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product. SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in death DANGER: or serious injury. Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death WARNING: or serious injury.

  • Page 8: Features

    Motor ... 18 Volt DC Blade Length ... 18 in. Cutting Capacity... 3/8 in. BLADE COVER BLADES KNOW YOUR HEDGE TRIMMER See Figure 1. Before attempting to use this product, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety rules. BLADE COVER The blade cover keeps the operator from coming in contact with the sharp blades when the tool is not in use.

  • Page 9: Assembly

    Do not discard the packing material until you have care- fully inspected and satisfactorily operated the tool. n If any parts are damaged or missing, please call 1-800-860-4050 for assistance. PACKING LIST Hedge Trimmer Blade Cover Operator’s Manual Warranty Registration Card ASSEMBLY...

  • Page 10: Operation

    WARNING: Do not allow familiarity with tools to make you care- less. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict serious injury. WARNING: Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operating tools. Failure to do so could re- sult in objects being thrown into your eyes, resulting in possible serious injury.
  • Page 11 Authorized Service Center for electrical check. TO INSTALL BATTERY PACK See Figure 3. n Place the battery pack in the hedge trimmer. Align the raised rib on the battery pack with groove in the hedge trimmer’s battery port. n Make sure the latches on each side of the battery pack snap in place and that the battery pack is secured in the hedge trimmer before beginning operation.
  • Page 12 STOPPING THE HEDGE TRIMMER See Figure 4. n Release the switch trigger to stop the hedge trimmer. n Upon release of the switch trigger, the trigger lock will automatically reset to the locked position. HOLDING THE HEDGE TRIMMER See Figure 5.
  • Page 13 Before starting the hedge trimmer, hold the unit with both hands with the cutting blades directed away from you. Always use the hedge trimmer properly.

  • Page 14: Maintenance

    Clean the hedge trimmer thoroughly before storing. Store the hedge trimmer indoors, in a dry place that is inacces- sible to children. Keep away from corrosive agents such as garden chemicals and de-icing salts.
  • Page 15 REMOVING THE BLADE n Remove the battery pack from the hedge trimmer. n Place the hedge trimmer upside down on a workbench and remove the four (4) blade cover screws. n Remove the blade cover.
  • Page 16 Reinstall the battery pack and resume use. SHARPENING THE BLADE See Figure 11. n Allow the blades of the hedge trimmer to come to a stop in the position shown. This will allow clearance for the file between the cutter teeth and the guard teeth.
  • Page 17 Slide the blade cover over the blade. n Remove the battery pack. n 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.

  • Page 18: Parts Ordering / Service

    Ryobi is a registered trademark of Ryobi ® 983000-846 10-05 OPERATOR’S MANUAL 18 VOLT HEDGE TRIMMER P2600 P2600 Limited used under license. ® 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...

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