Ryobi RLT5027 Instruction manual

RLT5027

ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS

Electric Line
Trimmer/Edge
Trimmer

Important!

It is essential that you read the instructions in this manual before assembling,
maintaining and operating this machine.

Subject to technical modification.

GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS

WARNING

When using the product, the safety rules must be
followed. For your own safety and that of bystanders,
please read these instructions before operating the
product. Please keep the instruction safe for later use.

WARNING

This power tool is not intended to be used by children
or persons with reduced physical, mental or sensory
capabilities. Children should be adequately supervised
to ensure they do not play with the power tool.

WARNING

Some regions have regulations that restrict the use of
the product. Check with your local authority for advice.

TRAINING

Ŷ Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these

instructions to use the product. Local regulations may
restrict the age of the operator

Ŷ Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with all

controls and the proper use of the machine.

Ŷ Keep bystanders, children and pets 15m away from the

area of operation. Stop the product if anyone enters the
area.

Ŷ Never use the product when you are tired, ill or under

the influence of alcohol, drugs or medicine.

Ŷ Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible

for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or
their property.

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

Ŷ Power plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the

plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with
earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs and
matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock

Ŷ Avoid unintentional starting. Always check that the

switch is in Off position before plugging in the product
to the power supply. Do not carry a plugged in product
with your finger on the switch.

Ŷ Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces,

such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators.
There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body
is earthed or grounded

Ŷ Do not expose this product to rain or wet conditions.

Water entering an appliance will increase the risk of
electric shock

Ŷ Electrical power should be supplied via a residual

current device (RCD) with a tripping current of not more
than 30 mA.

Ŷ Before every use, examine the power cord for damage.

If there are signs of damage, it must be replaced by at
an Authorized Service Centre. Always uncoil the power
cord during use, coiled cables can overheat.

Ŷ If you need to use an extension cable ensure it is

suitable for outdoor use and has a current capacity
sufficient to supply your tool, check it before every
use for damage, always uncoil it during use because
coiled cables can overheat. Damaged extension cables
should not be repaired, they should be replaced with an
equivalent type.

Ŷ Do not use the product if the electric cables are

damaged or worn.

Ŷ If the power cord or extension cable becomes

damaged during use, disconnect from the power supply
immediately. Do not touch the electric cables until the
power supply has been disconnected.

Ŷ Make sure the power cord is positioned so that it

cannot be damaged by the cutting means and will not
be stepped on, tripped over or otherwise subjected to
damage or stress.

Ŷ Never pick up or carry the product by the electric cable.
Ŷ Never pull by the power cord to disconnect from the

power supply.

Ŷ Keep the power cord away from heat, oil and sharp

edges.

Ŷ Make sure voltage is correct for your product. A

nameplate on the product indicates the unit’s voltage.
Never connect the product to an AC voltage that differs
from this voltage.

Ŷ Make sure the switch is in Off position before

disconnecting from power supply.

PREPARATION

Ŷ Wear full eye and hearing protection while operating the

product. If working in an area where there is a risk of
falling objects, head protection must be worn.

Ŷ Hearing protection may restrict the operators ability

to hear warning sounds, pay particular attention to
potential hazards around and inside the working area.

Ŷ Wear heavy long trousers, boots, and gloves. Do not

wear loose fitting clothing, short trousers, jewellery of
any kind, or use with bare feet.

Ŷ Secure long hair so it is above shoulder level to prevent

entanglement in moving parts.

Ŷ Before use and after any impact, check that there are

no damaged parts. A defective switch or any part that
is damaged or worn should be properly repaired or
replaced by an authorized service facility.

Ŷ Make sure the cutting attachment is properly installed

and securely fastened.

Ŷ Never operate the machine unless all guards, deflectors

and handles are properly and securely attached.

Ŷ Consider the environment in which you are working.

Keep the working area free from wires, sticks, stones
and debris which if struck by the cutter can become
thrown objects.

LINE TRIMMER SAFETY WARNINGS

Ŷ Never allow children or people unfamiliar with the

instructions to use the machine.

Ŷ Use the product in daylight or good artificial light.
Ŷ Avoid using on wet grass.

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Ŷ Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
Ŷ Do not walk backwards when using the product.
Ŷ Walk, never run.
Ŷ Keep bystanders, children and pets 15m away from the

area of operation.

Ŷ Keep the cutting attachment below waist level.
Ŷ Never operate the product with damaged guards or

without guards in place.

Ŷ Never fit a metal replacement line.
Ŷ Keep hands and feet away from the cutting means at

all times and especially when switching on the motor.

Ŷ Beware, the cutting elements continue to rotate after

the motor is switched off.

Ŷ Beware of objects thrown by the cutting means. Clear

debris like small stones, gravel and other foreign
objects from the work area before starting operation.

Ŷ Switch off and disconnect from the power supply before:

Ɣ servicing
Ɣ leaving the product unattended
Ɣ cleaning your product or clearing a blockage
Ɣ changing accessories
Ɣ checking for any damage after hitting an object
Ɣ checking for any damage if the product starts to

vibrate abnormally

Ɣ performing maintenance

Ŷ The small blade fitted to the lawn guard is designed to

trim the new extended line to the correct length for safe
and optimum performance. It is very sharp, do not touch
it particularly when cleaning the tool.

Ŷ Always ensure that ventilation openings are kept clear

of debris.

Ŷ Make sure the head attachment is properly installed

and securely fastened.

Ŷ Make sure all guards, deflectors and handles are

properly and securely attached.

Ŷ Do not modify the machine in any way, this may

increase the risk of injury to yourself or others.

Ŷ Use only the manufacturer’s replacement cutting line.

Do not use any other cutting attachment.

Ŷ It has been reported that vibrations from hand-held

tools may contribute to a condition called Raynaud’s
Syndrome in certain individuals. Symptoms may
include tingling, numbness and blanching of the fingers,
usually apparent upon exposure to cold.

Ŷ Hereditary factors, exposure to cold and dampness,

diet, smoking and work practices are all thought to
contribute to the development of the these symptoms.
There are measures that can be taken by the operator
to possibly reduce the effects of vibration:

Ɣ Keep your body warm in cold weather. When

operating the unit wear gloves to keep the hands
and wrists warm. It is reported that cold weather is
a major factor contributing to Raynaud’s Syndrome.

Ɣ After each period of operation, exercise to increase

blood circulation.

Ɣ Take frequent work breaks. Limit the amount of

exposure per day.

Ŷ If you experience any of the symptoms of this condition,

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immediately discontinue use and see your doctor about
these symptoms.

WARNING

Injuries may be caused, or aggravated, by prolonged
use of a tool. When using any tool for prolonged periods,
ensure you take regular breaks.

TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE

Ŷ Stop the machine and allow it to cool before storing or

transporting

Ŷ Clean all foreign material from the product. Store it in a

cool dry and well-ventilated place that is inaccessible
to children. Keep away from corrosive agents such
as garden chemicals and de-icing salts. Do not store
outdoors.

Ŷ For storage, always disconnect from power supply and

wind cable.

Ŷ For transportation, secure the machine against

movement or falling to prevent injury to persons or
damage to the machine.

MAINTENANCE

WARNING

Use only original manufacturer’s replacement parts,
accessories and attachments. Failure to do so can
cause possible injury, poor performance and may void
your warranty.

WARNING

Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge

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technician. For service we suggest you return the
product to your nearest authorized service center for
repair. When servicing, use only identical replacement
parts.

Ŷ Switch off and disconnect from the mains before:

conducting any maintenance or cleaning work.

Ŷ You may make adjustments and repairs described

here. For other repairs, contact the authorized service
agent.

Ŷ For replacement line use only nylon filament line of

the diameter described in the specification table of this
manual

Ŷ After extending new cutter line, always return the

product to its normal operating position before starting.

Ŷ After each use, clean the product with a soft dry cloth.

Any part that is damaged should be properly repaired or
replaced by an authorized service centre.

Ŷ Check all nuts, bolts and screws at frequent intervals

for proper tightness to ensure the product is in safe
working condition.

INTENDED USE

The product is only intended for use outdoors.
The product is designed for cutting grass, light weeds

and other similar vegetation at or about ground level.
The cutting plane should be approximately parallel to the
ground surface

The product should not be used to cut or trim hedges,
bushes or other vegetation where the cutting plane is not
parallel to the ground surface.

RESIDUAL RISKS

Even when the product is used as prescribed, it is still
impossible to completely eliminate certain residual risk
factors. The following hazards may arise in use and the
operator should pay special attention to avoid the following:

Ŷ Injury caused by vibration. Hold the tool by designated

handles and restrict working time and exposure.

Ŷ Exposure to noise can cause hearing injury. Wear ear

protection and limit exposure

KNOW YOUR PRODUCT

See page 6.

PARTS

1. Rear handle

2. Trigger

3. Cord retainer

4. Power cord

5. Front handle holder

6. Front handle

7. Handle adjusting knob

8. Upper shaft

9. Telescopic collar

10. Rotating collar

11. Lower shaft

12. Pivoting button

13. Safety guard

14. Edging wheel

15. Plant protector

16. Cutting line

17. Spool cover

18. Cut-off blade

19. Line release button

20. Eyelet

21. Spool cover lock button

22. Spool

SYMBOLS ON THE PRODUCT

Read and understand all instructions
before operating the product, follow all
warnings and safety instructions.

Wear eye protection.

Wear hearing protection.

Do not use blade(s) on the product.

Do not expose to rain or damp condition.

Remove plug from the mains
immediately before maintenance or if
cable is damaged or cut.

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Keep all bystanders a safe distance
away from the product.

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Keep all bystanders, especially children
and pets, at least 15m away from the
operating area

Class II tool, double insulation

Waste electrical products should not
be disposed of with household waste.
Please recycle where facilities exist.
Check with your Local Authority or
retailer for recycling advice.

CE Conformity

GOST-R Conformity

96

The following signal words and meanings are intended to
explain the levels of risk associated with this product:

SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING

Guaranteed sound power level is 96 dB.

Indicates an imminently

DANGER:

WARNING:

CAUTION:

hazardous situation, which, if
not avoided, will result in death
or serious injury.

Indicates a potentially
hazardous situation, which,
if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.

Indicates a potentially
hazardous situation, which,
if not avoided, may result in
minor or moderate injury.

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CAUTION:

(Without Safety Alert Symbol)
Indicates a situation that may
result in property damage.

SYMBOLS IN THIS MANUAL

Connect to power outlet.

Disconnect from power outlet.

Parts or accessories sold separately

Waste electrical products should not
be disposed of with household waste.
Please recycle where facilities exist.

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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Rated power 500 W

Rated voltage 230/240 V ~ 50 Hz

No-load speed 10,000 min

Cutting line diameter 1.5 mm

Cutting capacity 27 cm

Vibration level (in accordance with EN 786 Annex D)

Rear handle 3.0 m/s

Front handle 3.0 m/s

Uncertainty of measurement 1.5 m/s

Noise emission level (in accordance with EN 786 Annex E)

A-weighted sound pressure level 81.4 dB(A)

Uncertainty of measurement 3.0 dB(A)

A-weighted sound power level 94.6 dB(A)

Uncertainty of measurement 1.5 dB(A)

Weight 2.84 kg

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REPLACEMENT PART

1.5 mm complete spool RAC122

1.5 mm spool (3 pcs) RAC123

GUARANTEE

In addition to any statutory rights resulting from the purchase, this product is covered by a guarantee as stated below.

1. The guarantee period is 24 months for consumers and commences on the date when the product was purchased.
This date has to be documented by an invoice or other proof of purchase. The product is designed and dedicated to
consumer and private use only. So there is no guarantee provided in case of professional or commercial use.

2. There is, in some cases (i.e. promotion, range of tools), a possibility to extend the warranty period over the period
described above using the registration on the www.ryobitools.eu website. The eligibility of the tool is clearly displayed
in stores and/or on packaging. The end user needs to register his/her newly-acquired tools online within 8 days the
date of purchase. The end user may register for the extended warranty in his country of residence if listed on the online
registration form where this option is valid. Furthermore, end users must give their consent to the storage of the data
which are required to enter online and they have to accept the terms and conditions. The registration confirmation
receipt, which is sent out by e-mail, and the original invoice showing the date of purchase will serve as proof of the
extended warranty. Your statutory rights remain unaffected.

3. The guarantee covers all defects of the product during the warranty period due to defaults in workmanship or material
at the purchase date. The guarantee is limited to repair and/or replacement and does not include any other obligations
including but not limited to incidental or consequential damages. The warranty is not valid if the product has been
misused, used contrary to the instruction manual, or being incorrectly connected. This guarantee does not apply to:

– any damage to the product that is the result of improper maintenance
– any product that has been altered or modified
– any product where original identification (trade mark, serial number) markings have been defaced, altered or

removed

– any damage caused by non-observance of the instruction manual
– any non CE product
– any product which has been attempted to be repaired by an non-qualified professional or without prior authorization

by Techtronic Industries

– any product connected to improper power supply (amps, voltage, frequency)
– any product used with inappropriate fuel mixture (fuel, oil, percentage of oil)
– any damage caused by external influences (chemical, physical, shocks) or foreign substances
– normal wear and tear of spare parts
– inappropriate use, overloading of the tool
– use of non-approved accessories or parts
– carburettor after 6 months, carburettor adjustments after 6 months
– components (parts and accessories) subject to natural wear and tear, including but not limited to bump knobs, drive

belts, clutch, blades of hedge trimmers or lawn mowers, harness, cable throttle, carbon brushes, power cord, tines,
felt washers, hitch pins, blower fans, blower and vacuum tubes, vacuum bag and straps, guide bars, saw chains,
hoses, connector fittings, spray nozzles, wheels, spray wands, inner reels, outer spools, cutting lines, spark plugs,
air filters, gas filters, mulching blades, etc.

4. For servicing, the product must be sent or presented to an RYOBI authorized service station listed for each country
in the following list of service station addresses. In some countries your local RYOBI dealer undertakes to send the
product to the RYOBI service organisation. When sending a product to an RYOBI service station, the product should
be safely packed without any dangerous contents such as petrol, marked with sender’s address and accompanied by
a short description of the fault.

5. A repair/replacement under this guarantee is free of charge. It does not constitute an extension or a new start of the
guarantee period. Exchanged parts or tools become our property. In some countries delivery charges or postage will
have to be paid by the sender.

6. This guarantee is valid in the European Community, Switzerland, Iceland, Norway, Liechtenstein, Turkey and Russia.
Outside these areas, please contact your authorized RYOBI dealer to determine if another warranty applies.

AUTHORISED SERVICE CENTRES

RYCKO Technical Services LTD

104 Green Lane Hertfordshire AL3 6EX St Albans
Phone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

Penn Lawn Mowers

19-21 Parkside Ind Estate Hants BH24 3SG
Ringwood
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

Brighton Tools & Fixings

Unit 7,Centenary Ind Estate Hughes Road, Off
Hollingdean Road Sussex Est BN2 4AW Brighton
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

Tooltech Industrial Equip

227 E Dunhill Road Macosquin Coleraine Co
Londonderry BT514LQ
Phone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

The Lawnmower Company

Unit B1, North Cheshire Trading Estate Prenton
CH43 3DU Wirral
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

C J Sinclair Limited

44 Victoria Road St Peters KENT CT10 2UG
Broadstairs
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

ACD PLANT LTD

145 Southbank Road Coundon CV6 1FG Coventry
Phone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

Vale Garden & Leisure

King Street Middlewich Cheshire CW10 9LF
Phone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

JWC Tool Repairs

Unit 6 Hills Centre Johnstown Road Dun Laoghire
Co Dublin 18
Phone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

Frank Clark Ltd

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Cork EIRE
Phone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

Murray Power Tools

10 Primrose Avenue Grangemouth FK3 8YD Falkirk
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

Austin Eames

Plas Acton Wrexham North Wales LL11 2UB
Phone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

Wrexham Power Tools

Five Fords Gate, Bridge Road, Wrexham Ind Estate
Wrexham LL13 9PS Wrexham
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

Lawnmower Service Limited

Grantham Road, Wellingore LN5 0HH Lincolnshire
Phone: [phone]

Power Tool Solutions

321 Newark Road Bracebridge LN5 8PE LINCOLN
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

C D Powertools

76 Old Road Churwell Morley LS27 7TH Leeds
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

Henton & Chattell Limited

London Road Nottingham NG2 3HW
Phone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

Garden Machines (Northampton)

66-70 Kingsthorpe Road NN2 6HD Northampton
Phone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

CBS Power Tools Limited

Unit 4, V P Square Fengate PE1 5YS Peterborough
Phone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

Plymouth Tools & Spares

111 Victoria Road St Budeaux PL15 1RX Plymouth
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

Island Power Tools & Hire Centre

Unit D 5 Spithead Bus Centre, Newport Road,
Sandown Isle of Wight PO36 9PH Sandown
Phone: [phone]
Fax: 404241
Email: [e-mail]

Aldermaston Tools

Unit 47 Young’s Ind Estate RG7 4PW Aldermaston
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

CME Plant

Bryn Y Groes Farm Ystradgynlais West Glamorgan
SA9 1LF
Phone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

Southern Power Tool Services

Unit A Nickel Close Winnall Hampshire SO23 7RJ
Winchester
Phone: [phone]

Tool-Line Limited

480-486 London Road Westcliff on sea Essex SS0
9LD Westcliff-On-Sea
Phone: [phone]

Marshall & Parsons

1111 L ondon Road Leigh on Sea Essex SS9 3JL
Leigh-On-Sea
Phone: [phone]

POWERTECH IND LTD

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Phone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

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Unit 8 Quay Road Brunel Ind Estate TQ12 4DZ
Newton Abbot
Phone: [phone]

Celtic Engineering

Water-Ma-Trout Ind Est Helston Cornwall TR13 OLW
Phone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

Heath Hayes Marine

49 Stafford Street Heath Hayes Cannock, Staffs
WS12 2EH
Phone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

PTRS

90/2 Lagan Road Dublin Ind Estate Glasnevin
Dublin 11
Phone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

Paragon Power Tools Ltd

11-12 Cookstown Enterprise Park, Tallaght Dublin 24
Phone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

Donegal Fixings

Glerczou Business Park Mouicle Co Donegal
Phone: [phone]

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J W Tools

Unit 8 Oranmore Business Park Oranmore Co
Galway
Phone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

DALY INDUSTRIAL

95 Lower Glanmire Road Cork Ireland
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

For an updated list of authorised service centres, visit http://www.ryobitools.co.uk/service-support/service-agents.

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

Techtronic Industries GmbH
Max-Eyth-Straße 10, 71364 Winnenden, Germany

Herewith we declare that the product

Electric Line Trimmer/Edge Trimmer
Model number: RLT5027
Serial number range: 44419701000001-44419701999999

is in conformity with the following European Directives and harmonized standards

2006/42/EC, 2004/108/EC, 2000/14/EC, 2005/88/EC, 2011/65/EU, EN 60335-1:2002+A11:2004+A1:2004+A12:2006
+A2:2006+A13:2008+A14:2010+A15:2011, EN 60335-2-91:2003, prEN 60335-2-91:2007/FprAA: 2009,
EN 786:1996+A2:2009, EN ISO 3744:2010, EN 55014-1:2006+A1:2009+A2:2011,
EN 55014-2:1997+A1:2001+A2:2008, EN 61000-3-2:2006+A1:2009+A2:2009, EN 61000-3-3:2008, EN 62233:2008

And furthermore, we declare that following other technical standards and specifications have been used

ISO 11094:1991

Measured sound power level: 94.6 dB(A)
Guaranteed sound power level: 96 dB(A)
Conformity assessment method to Annex VI Directive 2000/14/EC amended by 2005/88/EC.
The notified body involved:
Intertek Testing & Certification Ltd. (Notified Body 0359)
Davy Avenue, Knowlhill, Milton Keynes, MK5 8NL

Andrew John Eyre (BEng, CEng, MIET)
Vice President, Regulatory & Safety
Winnenden, Aug. 20, 2013

Authorised to compile the technical file:
Alexander Krug, Managing Director
Techtronic Industries GmbH
Max-Eyth-Straße 10, 71364 Winnenden, Germany