Ryobi RY40601 - Manual (Page 10)

8 — English
OPERATION
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 could result in serious injury.
STARTING AND STOPPING THE HEDGE
TRIMMER
See Figure 4.
To start:

Remove the blade cover.
 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 5.
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 could result in serious injury.
CUTTING TIPS
See Figures 6 - 7.
DANGER:
Never cut near electric cords or lines. If blade jams on
any electrical cord or line, DO NOT TOUCH THE BLADE!
IT CAN BECOME ELECTRICALLY LIVE AND VERY
DANGEROUS. Continue to hold the hedge trimmer by
the insulated rear handle or lay it down and away from
you in a safe manner. Disconnect the electrical service
to the damaged line or cord before attempting to free
the blade from the line or cord. Contact with the blade,
other conductive parts of the hedge trimmer, or live elec-
tric cords or lines will result in death by electrocution or
serious injury.
WARNING:
Never use the debris remover as a handle or attempt to
hold or guide the hedge trimmer by gripping the debris
remover. Always keep both hands on the hedge trimmer
handles. Improper handling of hedge trimmer could result
in serious injury.
This product will accept Ryobi 40 V lithium-ion battery packs.
For complete charging instructions, refer to the Operator’s
Manuals for your Ryobi battery pack and charger models.
BATTERY PROTECTION FEATURES
Ryobi lithium-ion batteries are designed with features that
protect the lithium-ion cells and maximize battery life.
If the tool stops during use, release the trigger to reset and
resume operation. If the tool still does not work, the battery
needs to be recharged.
TO INSTALL/REMOVE BATTERY PACK
See Figure 3.
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.
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.
WARNING:
Make sure the latch on the bottom of the battery pack
snaps in place and the battery pack is fully seated and
secure in the hedge trimmer battery port before begin-
ning operation. Failure to securely seat the battery pack
could cause the battery pack to fall out, resulting in seri-
ous personal injury.
NOTICE:
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 latch on the bottom of the battery pack and
depress to release the battery pack from the hedge
trimmer.