Ryobi RCP1000 User Manual
RCP1000
ELECTRIC CULTIVATOR
OPERATOR'S MANUAL (Original Instructions)
Important! It is essential that you read the instructions in this manual before assembling,
maintaining and operating this machine.
English (Original Instructions)
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
Your cultivator has been engineered and manufactured to Ryobi’s
high standard for dependability, ease of operation, and operator
safety. When properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged,
trouble-free performance.
Thank you for buying a Ryobi product.
WARNING:
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
Failure to follow all instructions listed below, may result in
electric shock, re and/or serious personal injury.
WARNING:
This appliance is not intended for use by persons
(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 aperson responsible
for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure
that they do not play with the appliance
INTENDED USE
The electric cultivator is intended for digging up of soil in an open
garden area, maximum working depth 19.5 cm. This product is not
intended for commercial use
Do not use it for any task other than those specied in the chapter
“INTENDED USE”
RESIDUAL RISKS
Even when following the intended usage of the appliance there are
always residual risks which cannot be prevented. The following
hazards might apply:
■ Contact with the cultivator blase (Risk of cutting)
■ Unforeseen movement of the cultivator
(getting caught in roots, etc)
■Slinging of broken stones, clay, etc.
■Injury to hearing if no adequate hearing protection is taken
WARNING:
When using electric gardening appliances, basic safety
precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk
of re, electric shock, and personal injury.
WARNING:
When using the unit, you must follow the safety rules.
Please read these instructions before operating the unit
in order to ensure the safety of the operator and any by
standers. Please keep these instructions for later use.
■ Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and
in the manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate. Be
thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the
cultivator. Keep this manual in a safe place for future and regular
reference and for ordering replacement parts.
■ Be familiar with all control and their proper operation. Know how
to stop the machine and disengage tines quickly.
■ Never allow children under 14 years old to operate this machine.
Children 14 years old and over should read and understand the
operation instructions and safety rules in this manual and should
be trained and supervised by a parent.
■ Never allow adults to operate this machine without proper
instruction.
■ Keep bystanders, helpers, pets and children at least 15 meters
from the machine and extension cord while it is operation. Stop
machine is anyone enters the area.
Before operation
■ The appliance must be assembled correctly before use.
■ The appliance should be checked carefully before use. You
should only work with an appliance that is in good condition. If
you notice any defect on the machine that may cause danger
to the operator, do not operate the appliance until defects are
rectied.
■ Replace worn or damaged parts for safety. Use only original
spare parts. Parts not produced by manufacturer may cause
poor t and possible injury.
■ Before use, all foreign bodies must be removed from the lawn,
also pay attention to foreign bodies during the operation.
■ Only work in daylight or sufciently good articial light.
■ Wear eye protection and face or dust mask if operating in dusty
conditions.
■ Dress properly. Wear the following clothing while using the
application:
• Use of rubber gloves and substantial footwear is recommended.
• Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
• Avoid wearing loose clothing or jewelry that could get caught
in the rotating tines.
Proper use
■ User is responsible for third parties while working with the
appliance.
■ People not acquainted with the operating instructions, children,
juveniles who have not yet reached the minimum age for using
this appliance, and people under the inuence of alcohol, drugs
or medication are not allowed to use the appliance.
■ Only use the appliance for its designed purposes.
■ Keep children and pets away. All onlookers should be kept a safe
distance away from the appliance when it is in use.
■ Make sure that all the protective devices are tted and in good
condition.
■ Do not operate the application near underground electric cables,
telephone lines, pipes or hoses.
■ Before inserting the plug in the mains socket, make sure that the
socket ratings are correct and correspond to those indicated on
the rating label on the appliance.
■ The use of the appliance is only permitted if the safety distance
provided by the guide bar is complied with.
■ Do not operate the application on a slope that is too steep for
safe operation. When on slopes, slow down and make sure you
have good footing.
■ Before starting the application, make sure tines are not touching
foreign objects and must be completely free to move.
■ Grip guide bar rmly with both hands. Never operate the
application with one hand.
■ Be aware that the product may unexpectedly bounce upward or
jump forward if the tines should strike extremely hard, packed
soil, frozen ground, or buried obstacles such as large stones,
roots or stumps.
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English (Original Instructions)
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
■ Do not put hands, feet or any body part or clothing in the vicinity
of rotating tines. Caution! Risk of injury!
■ Only guide the appliance at walking pace. Do not over reach.
Maintain proper footing and balance at all times.
■ Be aware of extension cord while operation. Be careful not to trip
over cord. Always guide the cord away from tines at all times.
■ If the appliance strikes a foreign body, examine the application
for signs of damage and carry out any necessary repairs before
restarting and continuing to work.
■ If the appliance should start to vibrate abnormally, switch off the
motor and check for the cause immediately. Vibration is generally
a warning of trouble.
■ Holding the guide bar and lift the application to move it from one
place to another.
■ Always switch off the appliance, disconnect the plug and wait
until the application stops before carrying out maintenance or
cleaning work.
CAUTION:
Tines do not stop immediately after switching off.
■ Use caution when cleaning or performing maintenance on the
appliance.
DANGER:
Watch your ngers!
Wear gloves!
■ It is forbidden to move or modify any of the electrical and
mechanical safety devices.
Training
■ Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the controls and
the proper use of the equipment.
■ Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these instructions
to use the machine. Local regulations can restrict the age of the
operator.
■ Never work while people, especially children, or pets are nearby.
■ Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible for
accidents or hazards occurring to other people or their property.
Preparation
■ While working, always wear substantial footwear and long
trousers. Do not operate the equipment when barefoot or
wearing open sandals. Use of rubber gloves is recommended
when working outdoors. Wear protective hair covering to contain
long hair.
■ Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used
and remove all objects which can be thrown up by the machine.
■ Before using, always visually inspect to see that the tools are not
worn out or damaged. Replace worn out or damaged elements
and bolts in sets to preserve balance.
■ Work only in daylight or in good articial light.
■ Always be sure of your footing on slopes.
■ Walk, never run with the machine.
■ For wheeled rotary machines, work across the slopes, never up
and down.
■ Exercise extreme caution when reversing or pulling the machine
towards you.
■ Start the engine carefully according to manufacturer instructions
and with feet well away from the tool(s).
■ Do not put your hands or feet near or under rotating parts.
■ Never pick up or carry a machine while the motor is running.
■ Whenever you leave the machine, turn off the machine, unplug
the power cord.
■ Do not operate cultivator near underground electric cables,
telephone lines, pipes, or hoses.
■ Avoid Dangerous Environments. Do not operate cultivator
• While under the inuence of alcohol, medication, or drugs.
• In rain or in damp or wet areas.
• Where highly ammable liquids or gases are present.
• If cultivator is damaged, or not fully and securely assembled.
■ Wear safety glasses or goggles when operating this unit. Wear
a face or dust mask if the operation is dusty. Such protective
equipment is available from your authorized service dealer or
retailer.
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English (Original Instructions)
The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product.
SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING
DANGER:
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in death
or serious injury.
WARNING:
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death
or serious injury.
CAUTION:
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result in minor
or moderate injury.
CAUTION:
(Without Safety Alert Symbol) Indicates a situation that may result in property damage.
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SYMBOLS
Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning.
Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the product better and safer.
SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION / EXPLANATION
V Volts Voltage
A Amperes Current
Hz Hertz Frequency (cycles per second)
W Watt Power
min Minutes Time
No Load Speed Rotational speed, at no load
Class II Construction Double-insulated construction
.../min Per Minute Revolutions, strokes, surface speed, orbits etc., per minute
Wet Conditions Alert Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations.
Read The Operator’s Manual
Eyes Protection
To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand operator’s
manual before using this product.
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and,
as necessary, a full face shield when operating this product.
Ears Protection Always wear ears protection when operating this product.
Keep Bystanders Away Keep all bystanders at least 50 ft. away.
Cutting Hazard Keep feet and hands away from rotating tines
Electric Shock Precaution Remove plug from the mains immediately if cable is damaged or cut.
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