Features; Assembly - Ryobi P26011 Operator's Manual

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Motor ......................................................................18 V DC
Blade Length .............................................................. 24 in.
KNOW YOUR HEDGE TRIMMER
See Figure 1.
The safe use of this product requires an understanding of
the information on the tool and in this operator's manual as
well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting. Before
use of this product, familiarize yourself with all operating
features and safety rules.
ANTI-JAM TECHNOLOGY
If the blades become jammed, the motor will automatically
reverse slightly to unjam the blades before stopping. Release
the switch trigger and depress again to resume operation.
DEBRIS DEFLECTOR
When installed, the debris deflector makes removal of cut
debris easier.
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.
WARNING:
Do not use this product if it is not completely assembled
or if any parts appear to be missing or damaged. Use of
a product that is not properly and completely assembled
could result in serious personal injury.
 Inspect the product carefully to make sure no breakage
or damage occurred during shipping.
 Do not discard the packing material until you have care-
fully inspected and satisfactorily operated the product.
 If any parts are damaged or missing, please call
1-800-525-2579 for assistance.
PACKING LIST
Hedge Trimmer
Debris Deflector
Scabbard
Operator's Manual

FEATURES

Cutting Capacity........................................................... 1 in.
Cutting Speed ...................................2,800-3,200 cuts/min
GUARD
The guard helps to deflect chips or other debris away from
the operator's hands.
FRONT HANDLE/TRIGGER LOCK-OUT
The front handle/trigger lock-out prevents unintentional
starting of the hedge trimmer.
SCABBARD
The scabbard keeps the operator from coming in contact
with the sharp blades when the tool is not in use. It also
helps keep the blades from being nicked or damaged when
the tool is in storage.
TWO-SPEED
The hedge trimmer is designed for LOW (1) or HIGH (2)
speeds.

ASSEMBLY

WARNING:
If any parts are damaged or missing do not operate this
product until the parts are replaced. Use of this product
with damaged or missing parts could result in serious
personal injury.
WARNING:
Do not attempt to modify this product or create acces-
sories not recommended for use with this product. Any
such alteration or modification is misuse and could result
in a hazardous condition leading to possible serious
personal injury.
WARNING:
To prevent accidental starting that could cause serious
personal injury, always remove the battery pack from the
product when assembling parts.
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