Summary of Contents for Rato RBDM40
- Page 1 Brush cutter RBDM40 WWW.RATO-EUROPE.COM Read all safety rules and instructions carefully before operating this tool...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Original instructions CONTENTS Contents ....................................2 Symbols..………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..……..…… ... 3 Safety Instructions… ................................Operation………..………..………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… .. 9 Know your 40V brush cutter/grass trimmer ........................Functional description ................................ Assembly ....................................15 Maintenance ..................................20 Troubleshooting ................................... Technical data ..................................EC- Declaration of Conformity ............................ -
Page 3: Symbols
Original instructions SYMBOLS WARNING! Brush cutter can be dangerous! Careless or incorrect use can result inserious or fatal injury to the operator or others. It is extremely important that you read and understand the contents of the operator’s manual. Please read the operator’s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine. - Page 4 Original instructions SYMBOLS Symbols on the battery and/or on the battery charger: This product must be deposited at an appropriate recycling facility （Applies to Europe only） Li-ion Fail-safe transformer Use and store battery charger only indoors. Double insulation 4-English...
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Page 5: Safety Instructions
Original instructions SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING! Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Save all warnings and instructions for future reference General instructions 1.Do not allow persons unfamiliar with the brush cutter/grass trimmer or these instructions to operate the tool. Brush cutter and grass trimmers are dangerous in the hands of untrained users. - Page 6 Original instructions SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS operating power tools may result in serious personal injury. •This appliance is not intended for use by person (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
- Page 7 Original instructions SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING! Never allow children to use or be in the vicinity of the machine. Since the machine is easy to start, children may be able to start it if they are not kept under full surveillance. This can mean a risk of serious personal injury. Therefore disconnect the battery when the machine is not under close supervision.
- Page 8 Original instructions SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CLOTHING Wear clothes made of a strong fabric and avoid loose clothing that can catch on twigs and branches. Always wear heavy, long pants. Do not wear jewelry, shorts sandals or go barefoot. Secure hair so it is above shoulder level. FIRST AID KIT Always have a first aid kit nearby.
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Page 9: Operation
Original instructions OPERATION Starting up the equipment 1. Make sure that there are no children or other people within a working range of 15 meters (50 ft.), also pay attention to any animals in the working vicinity. Otherwise stop using the equipment. 2. - Page 10 Original instructions OPERATION − before clearing a blockage; − before checking, cleaning or working on the equipment; − after striking a foreign object to inspect the machine for damage; − whenever the equipment starts vibrating abnormally, for immediately check. 19. Always ensure that the ventilation openings are kept clear of debris. Kickback (blade thrust)(see Fig.1) 1.When operating the tool, uncontrolled kickback (blade thrust) may occur.
- Page 11 Original instructions OPERATION Maintenance instructions 1. The condition of the equipment, in particular of the cutting tool of the protective devices and also of the shoulder harness must be checked before commencing work. 2. Turn off the motor and remove the battery cartridge before carrying out maintenance, replacing/sharpening cutting tools or cleaning the equipment or cutting tool.
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Page 12: Know Your 40V Brush Cutter/Grass Trimmer
Original instructions KNOW YOUR 40V BRUSH CUTTER BATTERY BATTERY REAR HANDLE SWITCH TRIGGER LOCK OUT BUTTON LOCK OUT HANDLE BUTTON HANGER HANGER FRONT HANDLE BARRIER SWITCH TRIGGER SHOULDER HARNESS BUCKLE GUARD GUARD BLADE TRANSPORT COVER CUTTING TOOL CUTTING TOOL Fig.3 KNOW YOUR 40V CORDLESS BRUSH CUTTER(see Fig.3) The safe use of this product requires an understanding of the information on the product and in this operator’s manual as well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting. -
Page 13: Functional Description
Original instructions FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION CAUTION: • Always be sure that the equipment is switched off and the battery is removed before adjusting or checking function on the equipment. Installing or removing battery (see Fig.4) SLIDE BUTTON BATTERY Fig.4 • Always switch off the equipment before insertion or removal of the battery . •... - Page 14 Original instructions FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION To prevent the switch trigger from being accidentally pulled, a lock-off button is provided. To start the equipment, depress the lock-off button and pull the switch trigger. The tool speed is increased by increasing pressure on the switch trigger. Release the switch trigger to stop. Speed change (see Fig.6) 1（FAST SPEED）...
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Page 15: Assembly
2.Place grip cover the handle and grip hold（1） . Adjust the handle to an angle that provides a comfortable working position（2）and then tighten one screw(B)and one nut so that the grip assembly cannot move . Installing the handle and grip (For model RBDM40)(see Fig.8-11) FRONT... - Page 16 Original instructions ASSEMBLY KNOB Fig.10 Fig.11 1.Push left the front handle on the shaft tube. Then inset the barrier on the front handle until the position pin on the shaft tube.(see Fig.8) 2. Fit the nut into the hole.(see Fig.9) 3.Fit the barrier and handle onto the shaft pipe with the knob.
- Page 17 Original instructions ASSEMBLY Fitting the Cutting blade (see Fig.11-12) • Be sure to use genuine Rato cutting blade .Turn the tool upside down so that you can replace the cutter blade easily. HEX NUT CLAMP WASHER CUTTER BLADE RECEIVE WASHER MOTOR HOUSING Fig.11...
- Page 18 Original instructions ASSEMBLY Installing of nylon cutting head (see fig. 13-15) COVER(F) SPOOL(E) SPRING(D) NUT(C) HOUSING(B) SPRING RECEIVE WASHER(A) HEX WRENCH Fig.13 COVER EYELETS LATCHES Fig.14 Fig.15 1 Fit the receive washer and housing onto the motor shaft.(see fig.13) 2. Hold the housing，insert the hex wrench through the hole on the receive washer ,then tighten the one nut by clockwise rotate.
- Page 19 Correct positioning of the tool allows for maximum control and will reduce the risk of serious personal injury caused by kickback. WARNING(For RBDM40) (see fig.16) Always position the equipment on your right-hand side so that the shaft of the barrier is always ahead of you.
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Page 20: Maintenance
Original instructions MAINTENANCE Replacing the nylon cord(see figure19-22) WARNING: • Release the switch trigger and remove the battery pack before replacing nylon cord. • Make sure that the cover of the nylon cutting head is secured to the housing properly as described below. Failure to do so may make it fly apart and cause serious injury. - Page 21 Original instructions MAINTENANCE Cover Latches Fig.23 5.Align the protrusion on the underside of the cover with the slots of the eyelets. Then push cover firmly onto the housing to secure it. Make sure the latches fully spread in the cover.(see Fig.23) 21-English...
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Page 22: Troubleshooting
Original instructions TROUBLE SHOOTING Malfunction status Cause Action Battery cartridge is not installed. Install the battery cartridge. Battery problem (under voltage) Recharge the battery. If recharging Motor does not run. is not effective, replace battery. The drive system does not work Ask your local authorized service correctly. -
Page 23: Technical Data
Sound power level ,dB(A); Brush cutter/ Grass trimmer: 91.3 /92.7 ,K=3 Vibration levels ， Vibration levels at handles, m/s 2.87/0.67,K=1.5 Brush cutter/ Grass trimmer: Approved batteries for RBDM40 Battery RBEI40 Type Lithium-ion Battery capacity, Ah Voltage, V Weight, kg 0.690... -
Page 24: Ec- Declaration Of Conformity
EC- Declaration of Conformity 23-English Original instructions Here with we, Zhejiang Zhongjian Technology Co., Ltd. No.10 Mingyuan South AVE, Economic Development Zone, Yongkang, Zhejiang 321300, China declare that the following Appliance complies with the appropriate basic safety and health requirements of the EC Directives based on its design and type, as brought into circulation by us This declaration relates exclusively to the machinery in the state in which it was placed on the market, and excludes components which are added and/or operations carried out subsequently by the final user.