Ryobi P2603 - Manual (Page 10)

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OPERATION
To install:

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.
 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.
CAUTION:
When placing battery pack in the tool, be sure raised rib
on battery pack aligns with the bottom of the tool and
latches into place properly. Improper installation of the
battery pack can cause damage to internal components.
To remove:

Locate the latches on the side of the battery pack and
depress both sides to release the battery pack from the
hedge trimmer.
WARNINg:
Battery tools are always in operating condition. Therefore,
switch should always be locked with hands free of the
lock-out button when not in use. Remove battery pack
when transporting or carrying hedge trimmer to avoid
accidental starting, which may result in serious injury.
STARTINg AND STOPPINg ThE hEDgE
TRIMMER
See Figure 3.
To start:

Remove the scabbard.
 Press and hold the lock-out button.
 Depress the switch trigger.
 Release the lock-out button. Continue to depress the
switch trigger for extended operation.
To stop:

Release the switch trigger to stop the hedge trimmer.
 Upon release of the switch trigger, the lock-out button
will automatically reset to the locked position.
hOLDINg ThE hEDgE TRIMMER
See Figure 4.
The unit has both a front and rear handle. With the blade
directed away from you, hold the unit by both handles.
WARNINg:
Always keep both hands on the hedge trimmer handles.
Never hold shrubs with one hand and operate the hedge
trimmer with the other. Improper operation of the hedge
trimmer may result in serious injury.
WARNINg:
Do not allow familiarity with this product to make you
careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is
sufficient to inflict serious injury.
WARNINg:
Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to
comply with ANSI Z87.1. Failure to do so could result in
objects being thrown into your eyes resulting in possible
serious injury.
WARNINg:
Do not use any attachments or accessories not recom-
mended by the manufacturer of this product. The use of
attachments or accessories not recommended can result
in serious personal injury.
Before each use, inspect the entire product for damaged,
missing, or loose parts such as screws, nuts, bolts, caps, etc.
Tighten securely all fasteners and caps and do not operate
this product until all missing or damaged parts are replaced.
Please call 1-800-860-4050 or contact an authorized service
center for assistance.
APPLICATIONS
You may use this product for the purpose listed below:

Trimming and shaping hedges and shrubbery
This product will accept Ryobi One+ 18 V lithium-ion battery
packs and Ryobi One+ 18 V nickel-cadmium battery packs.
For complete charging instructions, refer to the Operator’s
Manuals for your Ryobi One+ battery pack and charger
models.
TO INSTALL / REMOVE BATTERY PACK
See Figure 2.
WARNINg:
Always remove battery pack from your tool when you are
assembling parts, making adjustments, cleaning, or when
not in use. Removing battery pack will prevent accidental
starting that could cause serious personal injury.