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FOR QUESTIONS, CALL 1-800-345-8746 in U.S. or
1-800-265-6778 in CANADA
www.ryobi.com
IMPORTANT MANUAL DO NOT THROW AWAY
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
12 Volt - Battery Grass Shears
GS12V – GS12VX
™
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THANK YOU
Thank you for purchasing this quality product.
This modern outdoor power tool is designed to
provide many hours of useful service. You will
find it to be a great labor-saving device.
This operator’s manual provides you with
easy-to-understand operating instructions.
Read the entire operator’s manual and follow all
of the instructions to keep your new outdoor
power tool in top operating condition.
PRODUCT REFERENCES,
ILLUSTRATIONS AND
SPECIFICATIONS
All information, illustrations and specifications
in this manual are based on the latest product
information available at the time of printing. We
reserve the right to make changes at any time
without notice.
Copyright © 1998 Ryobi Outdoor Products, Inc.
All Rights Reserved.
NOTE: PROOF OF PURCHASE WILL BE
REQUIRED FOR WARRANTY
SERVICE.
SERVICE INFORMATION
Service on this unit both within and after the
warranty period should be performed only by
an authorized and approved service dealer.
Dial 1-800-345-8746 in the United States and
1-800-265-6778 in Canada to obtain the listing
of the authorized service dealer nearest you.
Do not return the unit to the retailer.
Examine all parts to make certain that nothing is
missing and no breakage has occurred during
shipping. Any damaged or missing part must be
replaced before using this product.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION
I. Safety Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5
A. Safety and International Symbols . . . . 5
II. Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-9
A. Know Your Battery Grass Shears . . . . 6
B. Battery and Charging Stand . . . . . . . . 6
C. Charging Stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
D. Charging Stand Mounting . . . . . . . . . . 6
E. To Charge Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
F. To Install Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
G. To Remove Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
H. Lock-Off Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
I. To use Grass Shears . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
IlI. Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-10
A. Blade Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
B. Replacing the Blades . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
C. To Recycle Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
IV. Cleaning and Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
A. Cleaning the Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
B. Storing the Grass Shears . . . . . . . . . . 11
IV. Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
V. Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
VI. Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
CONTENTS OF CARTON
MODEL GS12V
• Battery Grass Shears
• Blade Cover
• Operator’s Manual
• Product Registration Card
• 12V Battery
• 12V Charger
• Charging Stand
• Wallspacers, Anchors and Screws
MODEL GS12VX
• Battery Grass Shears
• Blade Cover
• Operator’s Manual
• Product Registration Card
WARNING: The operation of any power tool can result in foreign
objects being thrown in the eyes, which can result in severe eye
damage. Before beginning your units operation, always wear safety
goggles or safety glasses with side shields and a full face shield
when needed. A wide vision safety mask for use over eyeglasses,
or standard safety glasses with side shields is recommended.
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THE PURPOSE OF SAFETY SYMBOLS IS TO
ATTRACT YOUR ATTENTION TO POSSIBLE
DANGERS. THE SAFETY SYMBOLS, AND THE
EXPLANATIONS WITH THEM, DESERVE YOUR
CAREFUL ATTENTION AND UNDERSTANDING.
THE SAFETY WARNINGS DO NOT BY
THEMSELVES ELIMINATE ANY DANGER.
THE INSTRUCTIONS OR WARNINGS THEY
GIVE ARE NOT SUBSTITUTES FOR PROPER
ACCIDENT PREVENTION MEASURES.
SYMBOL MEANING
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL:
Indicates danger, warning, or
caution. May be used in conjunction
with other symbols or pictographs.
DANGER: Failure to obey a safety
warning will result in serious injury
to yourself or to others. Always
follow the safety precautions to
reduce the risk of fire, electric
shock, and personal injury.
WARNING: When using this
electric gardening tool, basic safety
precautions should always be
followed to reduce the risk of fire,
electric shock, and personal injury.
Carefully read and understand the
Operator’s Manual before using your
grass shears. Pay close attention to
the Operating Instructions and
Safety Warnings.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS FOR
SAFE OPERATION:
• Read all instructions carefully. Become
familiar with the products controls and the
proper use of the unit.
• Dress correctly for outside work. Wearing
sturdy gloves, non-skid footwear, and safety
goggles or safety glasses with side shields
are recommended. Wear hearing protection
during extended periods of operation.
• Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all
parts of body away from openings and
moving parts. Long hair must be pulled back
and secured off shoulders and neck. Do not
wear loose fitting clothes or articles such as
scarves, strings, chains, ties, etc.
WARNING: Failure to obey a safety
warning can result in serious injury
to yourself or to others. Always
follow the safety precautions to
reduce the risk of fire, electric
shock, and personal injury.
CAUTION: Failure to obey a safety
warning may result in property
damage or personal injury to
yourself or to others. Always follow
the safety precautions to reduce the
risk of fire, electric shock, and
personal injury.
NOTE: Advises you of information or
instructions vital to the operation
or maintenance of the equipment.
SAFETY WARNINGS
3
• BE ALERT. Pay attention to the task. Do not
use power equipment when fatigued.
• RISK OF CUT. Keep hands away from
blades. Do not attempt to remove cut
material or hold material to be cut when
blades are moving. Make sure battery is
removed and trigger is not engaged when
clearing jammed material from blades. Do
not grasp or lift unit by the exposed cutting
blades.
• GUARD AGAINST ELECTRIC SHOCK
HAZARD - Do not use grass shears in rain,
in wet locations, or on wet surfaces.
• KEEP CHILDREN AWAY - Keep all
bystanders away, especially children and
pets.
• Use grass shears properly. Use only for
trimming grass in close areas, as described
in the operating instructions. To prevent
serious personal injury and product failure,
do not use to trim hedges or branches. Do
not abuse the unit. Never force the grass
shears to work at a faster pace than it was
designed for.
• DO NOT overreach or use on unstable
support. Keep good footing and balance
at all times.
• IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION •
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SAFETY WARNINGS
4
• Avoid unintentional starting of grass shears.
Before inserting battery into grass shears,
be sure lock-off button is not pressed
forward. Do not carry grass shears with
finger on trigger.
• Never use in an explosive atmosphere.
Normal sparking of the motor could ignite
fumes.
• Battery tools do not have to be plugged into
an electrical outlet; therefore, they are always
in operating condition. Be aware of possible
hazards, such as sharp blades, even when
tool is not operating. Always remove the
battery before servicing the tool.
• Maintain grass shears with care. Keep the
handle dry and clean, and free from oil and
grease. Inspect the grass shears periodically.
Should damage occur, have the unit repaired
by an authorized service dealer.
• Always use a clean cloth when cleaning the
unit. Never use strong detergents, gasoline,
petroleum-based products, or any strong
solvents to clean the case.
• Clean, sharp blades are needed for best and
safest performance. Follow maintenance
instructions.
• When not in use, store grass shears indoors
in a dry place, up high or in a locked area,
out of the reach of children.
• For service or repair, take the grass shears
to your authorized dealer. See that only
identical replacement parts are used. The
use of non-standard parts, or other
accessories or attachments not designed for
this unit, could result in serious injury to the
user or damage the grass shears, and void
your warranty.
• Before using charging stand, read all
instructions and cautionary markings in this
manual, on charging stand, and product
using charging stand.
• USE ONLY A RYOBI BATTERY THAT WAS
DESIGNED FOR YOUR GRASS SHEARS.
Use of any other 12 volt nickel-cadmium
battery may cause personal injury and
damage the unit. See Battery and Charging
Stand.
• Always exercise care in handling the battery.
Conducting materials, such as rings,
bracelets, and keys, should never be used
around an un-installed battery. Contact with
these materials may overheat the battery or
conductor, resulting in personal injury.
• USE ONLY THE RYOBI CHARGING STAND
THAT WAS DESIGNED FOR ITS MATCHING
BATTERY. Use of any other charging stand
could promote batteries to explode, causing
serious personal injury. See Battery and
Charging Stand.
• Do not use 12V charger in rain or snow.
• DO NOT PLACE GRASS SHEARS OR ITS
BATTERY NEAR FIRE OR HEAT. It might
explode.
• DO NOT CHARGE BATTERY IN A DAMP
OR WET LOCATION. Your grass shears
should be charged in a location where the
temperature is more than 50˚ F (10˚ C) but
less than 100˚ F (38˚ C).
• To reduce risk of injury, charge only Ryobi
nickel-cadmium type rechargeable batteries.
Other types of batteries may burst, causing
personal injury and damage. See Battery
and Charging Stand.
• To reduce risk of damage to charger cord,
pull by the cord plug, rather than cord,
when disconnecting 12V charger.
• Make sure charger cord is located so that it
will not be stepped on, tripped over, or
otherwise subjected to damage or stress.
• DO NOT OPERATE 12V CHARGER WITH
A DAMAGED CORD OR PLUG. Inspect the
charger cord periodically. If damaged, have
it replaced immediately by an authorized
service dealer.
• Do not operate 12V charger if it has received
a sharp blow, been dropped, or otherwise
damaged in any way; take it to
an authorized service dealer.
• Do not disassemble 12V charger; take it to
an authorized service dealer when service or
repair is required. Incorrect reassembly may
result in a risk of electric shock or fire.
• To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug the
12V charger from outlet before attempting
any maintenance or cleaning. Do not use 12V
charger outdoors.
• Disconnect 12V charger from power supply
when not in use.
• Never dispose of the battery in a fire, as the
cell may explode. DO NOT disassemble or
mutilate the battery. Released electrolyte is
toxic and corrosive, and may cause serious
personal injury. Battery should be recycled;
call 1-800-8 BATTERY for recycling
information.
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SAFETY WARNINGS
5
• Keep these instructions. Refer to them
frequently and use them to instruct other
users. If you loan someone this tool,
also loan them these instructions.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
SAFETY AND INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS
This operator’s manual describes safety and international symbols and pictographs that may appear
on this product. Read the operator’s manual for complete safety, assembly, operating, maintenance
and repair information.
• READ OPERATOR’S MANUAL
Failure to follow operating instructions and safety precautions
in operator’s manual can result in serious injury. Read
operator’s manual before starting or operating this unit.
SYMBOL MEANING
• SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL
Indicates danger, warning, or caution. May be used in
conjunction with other symbols or pictographs.
• WEAR EYE AND HEARING PROTECTION
WARNING: Thrown objects and loud noise can cause severe
eye injury and hearing loss. Wear eye and ear protection when
operating this unit.
• KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM BLADES
MOVING BLADES CAN CAUSE SEVERE INJURY. Do not put
hands on blades when starting the engine or while operating
hedge trimmer.
• FOR SERVICE INFORMATION, CALL:
USA: 1-800-345-8746
CANADA: 1-800-265-6778
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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KNOW YOUR BATTERY GRASS SHEARS
READ THIS OPERATOR‘S MANUAL AND HEED THE SAFETY WARNINGS BEFORE STARTING
YOUR GRASS SHEARS. Compare the illustrations with your grass shears to familiarize yourself with the
location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
1. TRIGGER - use for starting and stopping the
grass shears.
2. LOCK-OFF BUTTON - resets and locks the
trigger off each time the trigger is released.
3. BLADE - use to cut grass.
4. BLADE COVER - covers blade when grass
shears is not in use.
5. BATTERY - use to power grass shears.
6. CHARGING STAND - holds battery.
7. 12V CHARGER - plugs into wall outlet and
charging stand. Charges battery.
BATTERY AND CHARGING STAND
Your grass shears requires a Ryobi #181918
battery, charging stand #181919, and 12V
charger #181925. The charging instructions
in this manual refer only to these parts.
CHARGING STAND
See Figure 2.
Your charging stand has a hanging slots feature
for convenient, space-saving storage.
CHARGING STAND MOUNTING
See Figure 3.
When mounting the charging stand into a
plaster board wall, drill two 7/32 in. (5.56mm)
diameter holes, 1-7/16 in. (36.5mm) apart
horizontally.
Lock-off Button
12 Volt
Charger
Wall
Anchors
Blade
Blade
Cover
Charging
Stand
Trigger
Slots
Charger Input
Handle
Tap wall anchors into hole with hammer until
flush with wall. Insert screws into the wall
spacers. Make sure the wider end of the wall
spacer contacts the head of the screw. Screw
into anchors.
When mounting the charging stand onto a wood
surface, place two marks, 1-7/16 in. (36.5mm)
apart horizontally, install screws and wall
spacers provided. Make sure the wider end of
the wall spacer contacts the head of the screw.
Position the charging stands slots over the wall
spacers, and slide into place (Fig. 3).
Wall Spacers
Screws
Battery
Screws
Wall Anchors
Wall SpacersWall Spacers
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WARNING: To reduce the risk of
injury, charge only Ryobi brand
nickel-cadmium rechargeable
batteries. Other types of batteries
may burst, causing personal injury
or damage. Refer to the
manufacturer’s instructions for
charging the CTH and HP batteries.
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Fig. 4
Fig. 3
Fig. 5
TO CHARGE BATTERY
See Figures 4 and 5.
Charge the Ryobi #181918 battery for at
least 8 hours before first use, and a minimum
of 8 hours between each use.
12 Volt
Charger
Barrel
Connector
Red Indicator
Light
1. Charge the Ryobi #181918 battery using
only the Ryobi #181919 and #181925 12V
charging unit designed for your grass shears.
2. Plug 12V charger into the wall outlet and its
barrel connector into Charger Input of the
charging stand (Fig. 4). Make sure the wall
outlet is normal house voltage, 120 volts,
60 Hz, AC only.
3. Insert battery into the charging stand (Fig. 5).
NOTE: The shape of the battery matches the
shape of the charging stand socket.
4. Press down on battery to be sure contacts
on the battery engage properly with charging
stand contacts (Fig. 5).
NOTE: DO NOT place charging stand in an
area of extreme heat or cold. It will
work best at normal room
temperature.
5. When the red light is on (Fig. 4), the battery
is being charged.
If the light fails to turn on, check the following:
a. Barrel connector has been properly
installed into the charging stand.
b. 12V charger has been plugged into the
wall outlet.
c. Battery is firmly seated in the charging stand.
6. Charge the Ryobi #181918 battery for a
minimum of 8 hours before the first use.
NOTE: The battery will become slightly warm
to the touch while charging. This is
normal and does not indicate a
problem.
NOTE: Batteries will not reach full charge the
first time they are charged. Allow
several cycles (trimming followed by
recharging) for batteries to be fully
charged.
Wall SpacersWall Spacers
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2. Make sure the latches on each side of your
battery snap in place and battery is secured
in grass shears before beginning operation.
CAUTION: When placing the battery
in your grass shears, be sure raised
rib on the battery aligns with groove
in the housing and snaps in place
properly. Improper assembly of
battery can cause damage to
internal components.
TO REMOVE BATTERY
1. Locate latches on end of battery and
depress to release battery from your
grass shears.
2. Remove battery from your grass shears
(Fig. 7).
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Fig. 6
Fig. 7
LOCK-OFF BUTTON
Your grass shears is equipped with a lock-off
button, which reduces the possibility of
accidental starting (Fig. 8).
Battery Latch
(one per battery side)
TO INSTALL BATTERY
1. Place battery in your grass shears. Align
raised rib on battery with groove in grass
shears housing (Fig. 6).
WARNING: NEVER operate the
grass shears with broken or missing
parts. Take the grass shears to an
authorized Ryobi service dealer for
repairs. Failure to heed this warning
can result in serious personal injury.
WARNING: Battery tools do not
have to be plugged in; they are
always in operating condition. Avoid
unintentional starting of grass shears
at all times. Never carry grass
shears with finger on the trigger.
WARNING: ALWAYS be sure that
the trigger is OFF and the lock-off
button is not pushed forward before
installing the battery in your grass
shears. Failure to heed this warning
can result in serious personal injury.
WARNING: STAY ALERT and watch
what you are doing. Do not operate
grass shears when fatigued. Failure
to heed this warning can result in
serious personal injury.
7. The Ryobi #181918 battery should be
charged for a minimum of 8 hours between
each use. The units operating time and the
life of the battery will be shortened if this
procedure is not followed.
8. The grass shears should not be stored at
temperatures above 100º F (37º C) because
high temperatures will shorten the life of the
battery.
9. After a full charge, disconnect the 12V
charger from the wall outlet, and remove
the battery from the charging stand. This
avoids battery overcharging, which can
reduce battery life.
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WARNING: Keep hands and fingers
away from moving parts. Any part of
body coming in contact with moving
parts could result in serious injury.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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WARNING: If any parts are missing
or damaged, do not operate your
grass shears until they have been
replaced. Failure to do so could
result in possible serious personal
injury.
WARNING: Do not use fingers to
free up jammed blades. Jammed
blades can release suddenly,
causing serious injury. Always turn
the unit off and remove the battery
before performing service.
Fig. 9
Fig. 10
Fig. 8
TO USE GRASS SHEARS
To turn your grass shears on (Fig. 9), remove
blade cover, and proceed as follows:
1. Slide the lock-off button forward. This
allows the trigger to operate.
2. Depress and hold trigger.
3. Release the lock-off button.
5. To stop grass shears, release the lock-off
button and the trigger (Fig. 10).
Lock-off
Button
Trigger
Lock-off
Button
Trigger
4. Trim grass. Do not force the unit through
dense growth. If the blades slow down, then
reduce your pace. Should the blades jam,
release the trigger immediately. Remove the
battery and clear the blockage with a
screwdriver.
Lock-off
Button
Trigger
NOTE: The lock-off button is located on top
of the handle. The lock resets each
time the trigger is released.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING: User-replaceable parts
on this item are limited to the battery
and the blades. Use only identical
Ryobi replacement parts. Use of any
other parts may create a hazard or
cause product damage. For repairs
or adjustments, always take the unit
to an authorized Ryobi service
dealer.
BLADE CLEANING
For longest life and easiest trimming, blade
cleaning should be performed if sap and debris
have built up, or if you live in an area where the
soil is sandy. Cleaning unusually heavy deposits
requires removal of the blades.
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To preserve natural resources,
please recycle or dispose of
properly. THIS PRODUCT USES
A NICKEL-CADMIUM BATTERY
WHICH MUST BE DISPOSED OF
PROPERLY. Local, state, or federal
laws may prohibit disposal of nickelcadmium batteries in ordinary trash.
Consult your local waste authority
for information regarding available
recycling and/or disposal options,
or call 1-800-8 BATTERY.
WARNING: For disposal, cover the
battery’s terminals with heavy duty
adhesive tape. Do not attempt to
destroy or disassemble battery or
remove any of its components.
Nickel-cadmium batteries must be
recycled or disposed of properly.
Also, never touch both terminals
with metal objects and/or body parts
as a short circuit may result. Keep
away from children. Failure to
comply with these warnings could
result in fire and/or serious injury.
MAINTENANCE
TO RECYCLE BATTERY
1. Turn the shears off, and remove the battery.
2. Remove the four screws on the bottom of
the shears (Fig. 11). Wear heavy gloves.
Carefully lift the blades out of the unit.
Leave the washer on the gear post.
3. Scrub each blade using a small, stiff bristle
brush and mild soap. Rinse the blades using
tap water, and dry them using a clean cloth.
4. Clean any grass from the bottom of the
case. Rotate the large gear to line up the
post with the slot in the moving blade
(Fig. 11).
5. Using a clean rag, apply a thin coat of
household oil to the inside contacting
surfaces of the blades. DO NOT over-oil
them.
6. Replace the blades on the units body.
7. Replace and tighten the four screws to
secure the blades (Fig. 11).
8. Replace the battery, and turn the grass
shears on briefly to distribute the oil between
the blades.
9. The Ryobi #181918 battery should be
charged for a minimum of 8 hours between
each use. See To Charge Battery.
REPLACING THE BLADES
Dull blades cut poorly, and put extra strain on
the motor. Replace the blades if they become
dull from heavy use. A new set of blades at the
beginning of each season will speed cutting and
extend the life of your grass shears.
1. Remove the battery from the grass shears.
2. Wear heavy gloves. Remove the four screws
on the bottom of the shears.
3. Lift the old blades out of the unit (Fig. 11).
Leave the washer on the gear post.
4. Clean any grass from the bottom of the case.
Rotate the large gear to line up the post with
the slot in the moving blade (Fig. 11).
5. Place the new blades on the units body.
6. Replace and tighten the four screws to
secure the blades.
7. Replace the battery if the grass shears will
be returned to use.
Fig. 11
Screws
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CLEANING AND STORAGE
1
11
REPLACEMENT PARTS
SPECIFICATIONS
Operating SPM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1000+
Power Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lock-Off
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Volt DC
12 Volt Charger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Hours, 120VAC
Blade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Inches
Item Part No. Description
1 181918 BATTERY
2 181919 CHARGING STAND
3 181954 REPLACEMENT BLADE
4 181955 BLADE COVER
5 181925 12V CHARGER (Model No. 4400101)
6 181956 BLADE SCREW
2
3
4
5
6
CLEANING THE UNIT
1. Turn the shears off, and remove the battery.
2. Use a small brush or the air discharge of
a vacuum cleaner brush to keep the air
vents free of obstructions.
3. Do not use any strong detergents on the
plastic housing or plastic components.
Those parts can be damaged by certain
household cleaners that contain aromatic
oils such as pine and lemon, and may
also cause a shock hazard. Wipe off any
moisture with a soft cloth.
STORING THE GRASS SHEARS
When not in use, remove the battery, replace the
blade cover, and store grass shears, battery, and
charging accessories indoors in a dry place, up
high or in a locked area, out of the reach of
children.
For seasonal storage, clean and lubricate the
unit as described in Blade Cleaning, and
replace the blade cover. Always remove the
battery from the unit before placing in storage.
Fully recharge the battery on removing from
seasonal storage.
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RYOBI OUTDOOR PRODUCTS warrants each new
RYOBI Product for two (2) years according to the
following terms.
This warranty extends to the original retail
purchaser only and commences on the date of
original retail purchase.
Any part of the RYOBI Product manufactured or
supplied by RYOBI and found in the reasonable
judgement of RYOBI to be defective in material or
workmanship will be repaired or replaced by an
authorized RYOBI service dealer without charge
for parts and labor.
The RYOBI Product including any defective part
must be returned to an authorized service dealer
within the warranty period. The expense of
delivering the RYOBI Product to the dealer for
warranty work and the expense of returning it back
to the owner after repair or replacement will be
paid for by the owner. RYOBI’s responsibility in
respect to claims is limited to making the required
repairs or replacements and no claim of breach of
warranty shall be cause for cancellation or
rescission of the contract of sale of any RYOBI
Product. Proof of purchase will be required by the
dealer to substantiate any warranty claim. All
warranty work must be performed by an
authorized RYOBI service dealer.
This warranty is limited to ninety (90) days from the
date of original retail purchase for any RYOBI
Product that is used for rental or commercial
purposes, or any other income-producing purpose.
This warranty does not cover any RYOBI Product
that has been subject to misuse, neglect,
negligence, or accident, or that has been operated
in any way contrary to the operating instructions
as specified in the RYOBI Operator’s Manual. This
warranty does not apply to any damage to the
RYOBI Product that is the result of improper
maintenance or to any RYOBI Product that has
been altered or modified so as to adversely affect
the product's operation, performance or durability
or that has been altered or modified so as to
change its intended use. The warranty does not
extend to repairs made necessary by normal wear
or by the use of parts or accessories which are
either incompatible with the RYOBI Product or
adversely affect its operation, performance or
durability.
RYOBI reserves the right to change or improve the
design of any RYOBI Product without assuming
any obligation to modify any product previously
manufactured.
ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED IN
DURATION TO THE TWO (2) YEAR WARRANTY
PERIOD OR NINETY (90) DAYS FOR PRODUCTS
USED FOR ANY COMMERCIAL PURPOSE.
ACCORDINGLY, ANY SUCH IMPLIED
WARRANTIES INCLUDING MERCHANTABILITY,
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR
OTHERWISE, ARE DISCLAIMED IN THEIR
ENTIRETY AFTER THE EXPIRATION OF THE
APPROPRIATE TWO-YEAR OR NINETY DAY
WARRANTY PERIOD. RYOBI’S OBLIGATION
UNDER THIS WARRANTY, IS STRICTLY AND
EXCLUSIVELY LIMITED TO THE REPAIR OR
REPLACEMENT OF DEFECTIVE PARTS, AND
ROP DOES NOT ASSUME OR AUTHORIZE
ANYONE TO ASSUME FOR THEM ANY OTHER
OBLIGATION. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW
LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED
WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION
MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
RYOBI ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR
INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR OTHER
DAMAGES INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED
TO EXPENSE OF RETURNING THE RYOBI
PRODUCT TO AN AUTHORIZED SERVICE
DEALER AND EXPENSE OF DELIVERING IT BACK
TO THE OWNER, MECHANIC’S TRAVEL TIME,
TELEPHONE OR TELEGRAM CHARGES, RENTAL
OF A LIKE PRODUCT DURING THE TIME
WARRANTY SERVICE IS BEING PERFORMED,
TRAVEL, LOSS OR DAMAGE TO PERSONAL
PROPERTY, LOSS OF REVENUE, LOSS OF USE
OF THE PRODUCT, LOSS OF TIME, OR
INCONVENIENCE. SOME STATES DO NOT
ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF
INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES,
SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION
MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and
you may also have other rights which vary from
state to state.
This warranty applies to all RYOBI Products
manufactured by RYOBI and sold in the United
States and Canada.
To locate your nearest service dealer dial
1-800-345-8746 in the United States or
1-800-265-6778 in Canada.
RYOBI OUTDOOR PRODUCTS
550 N. 54th Street
Chandler, AZ 85226 U.S.A.
RYOBI CANADA INC.
275 Industrial Rd
Cambridge, Ontario N1R 6K2 CANADA
LIMITED TWO-YEAR WARRANTY
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
FOR QUESTIONS CALL 1-800-345-8746 IN U.S.
OR 1-800-265-6778 IN CANADA
OPERATOR’S MANUAL PART NO. 181957 REV. B (51446)
PRINTED IN U.S.A. 5/98
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