Ryobi RY40030, RY24310, RY24001 User Manual

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

MANUEL D’UTILISATION
MANUAL DEL OPERADOR

RY24310

RY24001 24 VOLT POWER HEAD WITH RY40030
EDGER ATTACHMENT

RY24001 24 V BLOC MOTEUR AVEC RY40030 ACCESSOIRE
DE COUPE-BORDURES

RY24001 24 V CABEZAL MOTOR CON RY40030 ADITAMENTO
PARA RECORTAR DE BORDES

(ALL VERSIONS / TOUTES LES VERSIONS
/ TODAS LAS VERSIONES)

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Your edger has been engineered and manufactured to our high standard for dependability, ease of operation, and operator
safety. When properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator’s manual before using

this product.

Thank you for your purchase.

SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

Le coupe-bordures a été conçue et fabriquée conformément à
nos strictes normes de fiabilité, simplicité d’emploi et sécurité
d’utilisation. Correctement entretenue, elle vous donnera des années
de fonctionnement robuste et sans problème.

AVERTISSEMENT : Pour réduire les risques de

blessures, l’utilisateur doit lire et veiller à bien comprendre le
manuel d’utilisation avant d’employer ce produit.

Merci de votre achat.

CONSERVER CE MANUEL POUR

FUTURE RÉFÉRENCE

Su recortar de bordes ha sido diseñada y fabricada de conformidad
con las estrictas normas para brindar fiabilidad, facilidad de
uso y seguridad para el operador. Con el debido cuidado, le
brindará muchos años de sólido y eficiente funcionamiento.

ADVERTENCIA: Para reducir el riesgo de lesiones,

el usuario debe leer y comprender el manual del operador antes
de usar este producto.

Le agradecemos su compra.

GUARDE ESTE MANUAL PARA

FUTURAS CONSULTAS

TABLE OF CONTENTS

TABLE DES MATIÈRES / ÍNDICE DE CONTENIDO

 Introduction ......................................................................................................................................................................2

Introduction / Introducción

 Important Safety Instructions ........................................................................................................................................ 3-4

Instructions importantes concernant la sécurité / Instrucciones de seguidad importantes

Symbols ............................................................................................................................................................................ 5

Symboles / Símbolos

 Features ............................................................................................................................................................................6

Caractéristiques / Características

 Assembly .......................................................................................................................................................................6-7

Assemblage / Armado

 Operation .......................................................................................................................................................................8-9

Utilisation / Funcionamiento

 Maintenance ................................................................................................................................................................... 10

Entretien / Mantenimiento

 Troubleshooting .............................................................................................................................................................. 11

Dépannage / Corrección de problemas

 Warranty .........................................................................................................................................................................12

Garantie / Garantía

 Parts Ordering and Service ...............................................................................................................................Back Page

Commande de pièces et réparation / Pedidos de piezas y servicio ......................................................... Page arrière / Pág. posterior

INTRODUCTION

INTRODUCTION / INTRODUCCIÓN

This product has many features for making its use more pleasant and enjoyable. Safety, performance, and dependability
have been given top priority in the design of this product making it easy to maintain and operate.

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Ce produit offre de nombreuses fonctions destinées à rendre son utilisation plus plaisante et satisfaisante. Lors de la
conception de ce produit, l’accent a été mis sur la sécurité, les performances et la fiabilité, afin d’en faire un outil facile à
utiliser et à entretenir.

* * *

Este producto ofrece numerosas características para hacer más agradable y placentero su uso. En el diseño de este producto
se ha conferido prioridad a la seguridad, el desempeño y la fiabilidad, por lo cual se facilita su manejo y mantenimiento.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING :

When using electric gardening appliances, basic safety
precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk
of fire, electric shock and personal injury.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS

 For safe operation, read and understand all instructions

before using this product. Follow all safety instructions.
Failure to follow all safety instructions listed below, can
result in serious personal injury.

 Do not allow children or untrained individuals to use this

unit.

Check the work area before each use. Remove all objects

such as rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, or string which
can be thrown or become entangled in the machine.

 Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to

comply with ANSI Z87.1. Following this rule will reduce
the risk of serious personal injury.

Use Safety Glasses – Always use face or dust mask if

operation is dusty.

Protect your lungs. Wear a face or dust mask if the

operation is dusty. Following this rule will reduce the risk
of serious personal injury.

 Dress Properly – Use of rubber gloves and substantial

footwear is recommended when working outdoors. Wear
heavy, long pants, long sleeves, boots, and gloves. Do
not wear loose fitting clothing, short pants, sandals, or
go barefoot. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. They
can be caught in moving parts. Secure long hair above
shoulder level to prevent entanglement in moving parts.

Keep children away – Keep all bystanders, children, and

pets at least 50 ft. away.

Stay alert – Watch what you are doing. Use common sense.

Do not operate this unit when you are tired, ill, upset, or
under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication.

Do not operate in poor lighting.
Keep all parts of your body away from any moving part.
Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres,

such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or
dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the
dust or fumes.

Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such as

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

Avoid Dangerous Environments – Don’t expose appliance

or string trimmer to rain or wet conditions. Water entering
an appliance or string trimmer will increase the risk of
electric shock.

Use Right Appliance – Do not use appliance for any job

except that for which it is intended. Do not force tool.
Use the correct tool for your application. The correct tool
will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is
designed.

Don’t Force Appliance – It will do the job better and with

less likelihood of a risk of injury at the rate for which it
was designed.

Do not operate the equipment while barefoot or when

wearing sandals or similar lightweight footwear. Wear
protective footwear that will protect your feet and improve
your footing on slippery surfaces.

Do not overreach – Keep firm footing and balance.

Overreaching can result in loss of balance.

Avoid accidental starting – Be sure switch trigger is in

the locked or off position before inserting battery pack.
Carrying tools with your finger on the switch trigger or
inserting the battery pack into a tool with the switch on
invites accidents.

Do not use tool if switch trigger does not turn it on or off.

Any tool that cannot be controlled with the switch trigger
is dangerous and must be repaired.

Disconnect trimmer – Disconnect battery pack from

the appliance before storing, servicing, or changing
accessories such as cutting line. Such preventive safety
measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally.

Use only identical manufacturer’s replacement parts and

accessories. Use of any other parts may create a hazard
or cause product damage.

Maintain appliance with care – Replace string head if

cracked, chipped, or damaged in any way. Be sure the
string head is properly installed and securely fastened.
Failure to do so can cause serious injury. Follow instruc­tions for lubrication and changing accessories. Inspect
trimmer cord periodically and, if damaged, have it replaced.
Keep handles dry, clean, and free from grease and oil.

Check Damaged Parts – Before further use of the appli-

ance, a guard or other part that is damaged should be
carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly
and perform its function. Check for alignment of moving
parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mount­ing and any other condition that may effect its operation.
A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly
repaired or replaced by an authorized service center un­less indicated elsewhere in this manual.

Keep hands and feet away from cutting area.
 Make sure all guards, straps, deflectors and handles are

properly and securely attached.

 Use only the manufacturer’s replacement string in the

cutting head. Do not use any other cutting attachment,
for example, metal wire, rope, or the like. To install any
other brand of cutting head to this string trimmer can
result in serious personal injury.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Never operate unit without the grass deflector in place

and in good condition.

 Maintain a firm grip on both handles while trimming. Keep

string head below waist level. Never cut with the string
head located over 30 in. or more above the ground.

Store idle appliances indoors - When not in use, string

trimmer should be stored indoors in a dry, locked place
out of the reach of children.

Never use blades, flailing devices, wire or rope. Unit

is designed for line trimmer use only. Use of any other
accessories or attachments will increase the risk of injury.

Inspect area to be cut. Remove objects (rocks, broken

glass, nails, wire, string, etc.) which can be thrown or
become entangled in cutting head.

Keep the air vents clean and free of debris to avoid

overheating the motor. Clean after each use.

Stop the unit and disconnect the power source when not

in use. Carry the unit with the motor stopped.

Store out of the reach of children.
Do not hang unit so that the switch trigger is depressed.
Battery tools do not have to be plugged into an electrical

outlet; therefore, they are always in operating condition.
Be aware of possible hazards when not using your battery
tool or when changing accessories. Following this rule will
reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or serious personal
injury.

 Do not charge battery tool in rain, or damp or wet location.

Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock.

 Do not use battery-operated appliance in rain.
 Remove or disconnect battery before servicing, cleaning

or removing material from the gardening appliance.

 Use battery only with charger listed. For use with 24V

lithium-ion battery packs. See Tool/Appliance/Battery
Pack/Charger Correlation Supplement 988000-446.

 Store idle appliances - When not in use, string trimmer

should be stored indoors in a dry, locked place out of the
reach of children.

 Do not dispose of the batteries in a fire. The cell may

explode. Check with local codes for possible special
disposal instructions.

 Do not open or mutilate the batteries. Released electrolyte

is corrosive and may cause damage to the eyes or skin.
It may be toxic if swallowed.

Do not place battery tools or their batteries near fire or

heat. This will reduce the risk of explosion and possibly
injury.

Batteries can explode in the presence of a source

of ignition, such as a pilot light. To reduce the risk of
serious personal injury, never use any cordless product
in the presence of open flame. An exploded battery can
propel debris and chemicals. If exposed, flush with water
immediately.

 Do not crush, drop or damage battery pack. Do not

use a battery pack or charger that has been dropped or
received a sharp blow. A damaged battery is subject to
explosion. Properly dispose of a dropped or damaged
battery immediately.

 Exercise care in handling batteries in order not to short the

battery with conducting materials such as rings, bracelets,
and keys. The battery or conductor may overheat and
cause burns.

For best results, your battery tool should be charged in

a location where the temperature is more than 50°F but
less than 100°F. To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, do not store outside or in vehicles.

Under extreme usage or temperature conditions,

battery leakage may occur. If liquid comes in contact
with your skin, wash immediately with soap and water,
then neutralize with lemon juice or vinegar. If liquid gets
into your eyes, flush them with clean water for at least
10 minutes, then seek immediate medical attention.
Following this rule will reduce the risk of serious personal
injury.

Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and

use them to instruct others who may use this power tool.
If you loan someone this power tool, loan them these
instructions also.

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SYMBOLS

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

SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING

DANGER:

WARNING:

CAUTION:

NOTICE:

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.

Indicates an imminently 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.

(Without Safety Alert Symbol) Indicates important information not related to an
injury hazard, such as a situation that may result in property damage.

SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION

Safety Alert Indicates a potential personal injury hazard.

Read Operator’s
Manual

Eye Protection

To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand operator’s
manual before using this product.

Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to comply
with ANSI Z87.1.

Wet Conditions Alert Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations.

Keep Bystanders
Away

Ricochet

No Blade

Recycle Symbol

Direct Current Type or a characteristic of current

n

o

.../min Per Minute Revolutions, strokes, surface speed, orbits etc., per minute

V Volts Voltage

Hz Hertz Frequency (cycles per second)

No Load Speed Rotational speed, at no load

Keep all bystanders at least 50 ft. away.

Thrown objects can ricochet and result in personal injury or property
damage.

Do not install or use any type of blade on a product displaying this
symbol.

This product uses lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries. Local, state, or federal
laws may prohibit disposal of batteries in ordinary trash. Consult your
local waste authority for information regarding available recycling and/
or disposal options.

min Minutes Time

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FEATURES

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Weight ...........................................................................................................................................................................4 lbs.

Blade Length ................................................................................................................................................................... 9 in.

Edging Depth.....................................................................................................................Adjustable from 1/2 in. to 2-3/4 in.

KNOW YOUR PRODUCT

See Figure 1.

The safe use of this product requires an understanding of
the information on the tool and in this operator’s manual as
well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting. Before
use of this product, familiarize yourself with all operating
features and safety rules.

ADJUSTABLE FRONT HANDLE

The front handle assembly can be adjusted for ease of
operation and to help prevent loss of control, and can be
positioned above or below the coupler.

EDGER WHEEL

The edger wheel allows for more stable cutting performance
while edging.

ASSEMBLY

UNPACKING

This product requires assembly.
 Carefully remove the product and any accessories from

the box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list
are included.

HANDLE OVERMOLD

Handle overmold provides added user comfort.

LOCK-OUT

The lock-out prevents accidental starting.

VARIABLE SPEED SWITCH TRIGGER

This tool has a variable speed switch that delivers higher
speed with increased trigger pressure. Speed is controlled
by the amount of switch trigger depression.

PACKING LIST

Edger Attachment
Power Head
24 V Compact Battery
Operator’s Manual

WARNING:

Do not use this product if any parts on the Packing List
are already assembled to your product when you unpack
it. Parts on this list are not assembled to the product by
the manufacturer and require customer installation. Use
of a product that may have been improperly assembled
could result in serious personal injury.

 Inspect the product carefully to make sure no breakage

or damage occurred during shipping.

 Do not discard the packing material until you have carefully

inspected and satisfactorily operated the product.

 If any parts are damaged or missing, please call

1-800-860-4050 for assistance.

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WARNING:

If any parts are damaged or missing do not operate this
product until the parts are replaced. Use of this product
with damaged or missing parts could result in serious
personal injury.

WARNING:

Do not attempt to modify this product or create
accessories not recommended for use with this product.
Any such alteration or modification is misuse and could
result in a hazardous condition leading to possible serious
personal injury.

ASSEMBLY

WARNING:

To prevent accidental starting that could cause serious
personal injury, always remove the battery pack from the
product when assembling parts.

TOOLS NEEDED

See Figure 2.

The following tool (not included or drawn to scale) is needed
for assembly:

Phillips Screwdriver

CONNECTING THE POWER HEAD TO THE
ATTACHMENT

See Figure 3.

WARNING:

Never install, remove, or adjust any attachment while
power head is running or with the battery pack installed.
Failure to stop the motor or remove the battery pack can

result in serious personal injury.

 Slide the threaded coupler on the power head onto the

threaded base on the attachment and turn the coupler
clockwise. Tighten securely.

NOTE: Once assembled correctly, the edger attachment
and power head should not separate when pulled. Repeat
above steps if pieces can be separated.

WARNING:

Failure to secure the edger attachment and power head
as instructed above could result in serious injury or death.

REMOVING THE ATTACHMENT FROM THE
POWER HEAD

 Remove the battery pack.
 Turn the coupler counterclockwise to unlock. Then

remove the edger shaft from the power head.

The attachment connects to the power head by means of
a coupler device.

 Remove the battery pack if installed.
 Align the arrows on the edger attachment and the power

head. Then, insert the plug on the attachment into the
opening on the coupler. Make sure the plug is fully seated.

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OPERATION

WARNING:

Do not allow familiarity with products 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:

Never use blades, flailing devices, wire, or rope on this
product. Do not use any attachments or accessories not
recommended by the manufacturer of this product. The
use of attachments or accessories not recommended
can result in serious personal injury.

This product will accept Ryobi 24 V battery packs.
For complete charging instructions, refer to the Operator’s

Manuals for your Ryobi battery pack and charger models.

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 BATTERY PACK

See Figure 4.

 Insert the battery pack into the product as shown.

WARNING:

Make sure the latches on the battery pack snap in place
and the battery pack is fully seated and secure in the
trimmer battery port before beginning operation. Failure

to securely seat the battery pack could cause the battery
pack to fall out, resulting in serious personal injury.

TO REMOVE BATTERY PACK

See Figure 4.

 Depress the latches on each side of the battery pack.
 Remove the battery pack.

WARNING:

To avoid serious personal injury, always remove the
battery pack and keep hands clear of the lock-out lever
when carrying or transporting the tool.

ADJUSTABLE FRONT HANDLE

See Figure 5.

The angle of the front handle can be adjusted 180°.

 Remove the battery pack.
 Set the edger on a flat surface and turn the knob

counterclockwise to loosen the handle.

 For edging, adjust the handle downward.
 Turn the knob clockwise until the handle is securely

tightened before reinstalling the battery pack

STARTING/STOPPING THE EDGER

See Figure 6.

To start:

 Press and hold the lock-out lever with palm of your hand.
 Depress the switch trigger with fingers.

To stop:

 Release the switch trigger to stop the edger.
 Upon release of the switch trigger, the lock-out lever will

automatically reset to the locked position.

OPERATING THE EDGER

See Figure 7.

Follow these tips when using the edger:



Hold the edger with your right hand on the rear handle
and your left hand on the front handle.



Keep a firm grip with both hands while in operation.



Edger should be held at a comfortable position with the
rear handle about hip height.



The edger will edge along sidewalks, driveways, flower
beds, curbs, and similar areas.



Use the arrow guide on the blade guard to align the blade
with the edging surface.



Cut at a steady pace. If the blade begins to bog down,
you are edging too fast; slow your pace. Do not force the
blade into ground.



Light contact of the blade against the sidewalk edge,
curb, etc., is acceptable and will not damage the edger.



Best appearance is obtained when grass is dry. Avoid
edging in wet soil or wet grass areas or the blade guard
might clog and result in an uneven edge. If the blade guard
becomes clogged, stop the edger, remove the battery,
and remove debris from the blade guard.

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OPERATION

WARNING:

Always hold the edger away from the body keeping
clearance between the body and the edger. Any contact
with the edger cutting head while operating can result in
serious personal injury.

ADJUSTING DEPTH OF CUT

See Figures 7 - 8.

 Remove the battery pack.

MAINTENANCE

WARNING:

When servicing, use only identical replacement parts.
Use of any other parts could create a hazard or cause
product damage.

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:

To avoid serious personal injury, always remove the
battery pack from the tool when cleaning or performing
any maintenance.

GENERAL MAINTENANCE

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.

Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most
plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of
commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use
clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc.

WARNING:

Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum­based products, penetrating oils, etc., come in contact
with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken or
destroy plastic which could result in serious personal injury.



Loosen the depth adjusting lever and move the wheel arm
up to increase the depth or down to decrease the depth.



Lever locks into place at desired depth.



Replace the battery pack.

NOTE: Adjust the blade depth from 1/2 in. to 1 in. deep initially.
Make a shallow cut to test the cutting depth. If the cutting
depth needs adjusting, this should be done progressively
until the desired depth is reached.

Only the parts shown on the parts list are intended to be
repaired or replaced by the customer. All other parts should
be replaced at an Authorized Service Center.

REPLACING THE BLADE

See Figures 7 - 9.

Replace blades when worn down to indicator hole on blade.
 Stop the engine or motor and remove the spark plug wire

or disconnect from the power supply.

 Align the slot in the flange washer and gear case with the

slot in the flange; place the holding pin through all three
slots to secure in place.

 Using a 1/2 in. socket wrench, turn the blade nut

clockwise to loosen.

 Remove the old blade from the edger shaft.
 Clean debris from the edger shaft and flange washers.
 Center the new blade on the flange washer, making sure

the blade sits flat.

 Install the cupped washer with the hole off of the blade

surface.

 Install the blade nut onto the edger shaft.
 Using a 1/2 inch socket wrench, turn the blade nut

counterclockwise onto the edger shaft and tighten
securely.

 This replacement part is available from the place of

purchase, or by calling 1-800-860-4050.

NOTE: Always make sure the blade is correctly installed
and securely fastened before each use.

STORING THE PRODUCT

 Remove the battery pack from the powerhead before

storing.

 Clean all foreign material from the edger.
 Store it in a place that is inaccessible to children.
 Keep away from corrosive agents such as garden

chemicals and de-icing salts.

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MAINTENANCE

WARNING:

When servicing, use only identical replacement parts.
Use of any other parts could create a hazard or cause
product damage.

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:

To avoid serious personal injury, always remove the
battery pack from the tool when cleaning or performing
any maintenance.

GENERAL MAINTENANCE

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.

Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most
plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of
commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use
clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc.

WARNING:

Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum­based products, penetrating oils, etc., come in contact
with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken or
destroy plastic which could result in serious personal injury.

REPLACING THE BLADE

See Figures 7 - 9.

Replace blades when worn down to indicator hole on blade.
 Stop the engine or motor and remove the spark plug wire

or disconnect from the power supply.

 Align the slot in the flange washer and gear case with the

slot in the flange; place the holding pin through all three
slots to secure in place.

 Using a 1/2 in. socket wrench, turn the blade nut

clockwise to loosen.

 Remove the old blade from the edger shaft.
 Clean debris from the edger shaft and flange washers.
 Center the new blade on the flange washer, making sure

the blade sits flat.

 Install the cupped washer with the hole off of the blade

surface.

 Install the blade nut onto the edger shaft.
 Using a 1/2 inch socket wrench, turn the blade nut

counterclockwise onto the edger shaft and tighten
securely.

 This replacement part is available from the place of

purchase, or by calling 1-800-860-4050.

NOTE: Always make sure the blade is correctly installed
and securely fastened before each use.

STORING THE PRODUCT

 Remove the battery pack from the powerhead before

storing.

 Clean all foreign material from the edger.
 Store it in a place that is inaccessible to children.
 Keep away from corrosive agents such as garden

chemicals and de-icing salts.

Only the parts shown on the parts list are intended to be
repaired or replaced by the customer. All other parts should
be replaced at an Authorized Service Center.

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TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION

Line will not advance when using
the auto-feed head.

Grass wraps around boom
housing and string head.

Motor fails to start when switch
trigger is depressed.

Line is welded to itself.

Not enough line on spool.

Line is worn too short.

Line is tangled on spool.

Cutting tall grass at ground

level.

Battery is not secure.

Battery is not charged.

Lubricate with silicone spray.

Install more line. Refer to Line Replacement
earlier in this manual.

Pull line while pressing button.

Remove line from spool and rewind. Refer to
Line Replacement earlier in this manual.

Cut tall grass from the top down to prevent
wrapping.

To secure the battery pack, make sure the
latches on each side of the battery pack snap
into place.

Charge the battery pack according to the
instructions included with your model.

CALL US FIRST

For any questions about operating or maintaining your product,

call the Ryobi® Help Line!

Your product has been fully tested prior to shipment to ensure

your complete satisfaction.

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WARRANTY

LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT

Techtronic Industries North America, Inc., warrants to the
original retail purchaser that this RYOBI® brand outdoor
product is free from defect in material and workmanship
and agrees to repair or replace, at Techtronic Industries
North America, Inc.’s, discretion, any defective product
free of charge within these time periods from the date of
purchase.

 Three years if the product is used for personal, family

or household use;

 90 days, if used for any other purpose, such as

commercial or rental.

This warranty extends to the original retail purchaser
only and commences on the date of the original retail
purchase.

Any part of this product found in the reasonable judgment
of Techtronic Industries North America, Inc. to be defective
in material or workmanship will be repaired or replaced
without charge for parts and labor by an authorized service
center for RYOBI® brand outdoor products (Authorized
Ryobi Service Center).

The product, including any defective part, must be returned
to an authorized Ryobi service center within the warranty
period. The expense of delivering the product to the service
center for warranty work and the expense of returning it
back to the owner after repair or replacement will be paid
by the owner. Techtronic Industries North America, Inc.’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® brand outdoor product. Proof
of purchase will be required by the dealer to substantiate
any warranty claim. All warranty work must be performed
by an authorized service dealer.

This warranty is limited to ninety (90) days from the date
of original retail purchase for any RYOBI® brand outdoor
product that is used for rental or commercial purposes, or
any other income-producing purpose.

This warranty does not cover any 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 this operator’s manual. This
warranty does not apply to any damage to the product that
is the result of improper maintenance or to any product
that has been altered or modified. 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® brand outdoor product or adversely affect
its operation, performance, or durability. In addition, this
warranty does not cover:

A. Tune-ups – Spark Plugs, Carburetor, Carburetor

Adjustments, Ignition, Filters

B. Wear items – Bump Knobs, Outer Spools, Cutting

Lines, Inner Reels, Starter Pulleys, Starter Ropes, Drive
Belts, Tines, Felt Washers, Hitch Pins, Mulching Blades,
Blower Fans, Blower and Vacuum Tubes, Vacuum Bag
and Straps, Guide Bars, Saw Chains

Techtronic Industries North America, Inc., reserves the
right to change or improve the design of any RYOBI
outdoor product without assuming any obligation to modify
any product previously manufactured.

ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED IN DURATION
TO THE STATED WARRANTY PERIOD. 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 THREE-YEAR OR NINETY-DAY
WARRANTY PERIOD. TECHTRONIC INDUSTRIES
NORTH AMERICA, INC.’S, OBLIGATION UNDER THIS
WARRANTY IS STRICTLY AND EXCLUSIVELY LIMITED TO
THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF DEFECTIVE PARTS
AND TECHTRONIC INDUSTRIES NORTH AMERICA,
INC., 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. TECHTRONIC
INDUSTRIES NORTH AMERICA, INC., ASSUMES NO
RESPONSIBILITY FOR INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL,
OR OTHER DAMAGES INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED
TO, EXPENSE OF RETURNING THE PRODUCT TO AN
AUTHORIZED RYOBI SERVICE CENTER 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® brand outdoor products
manufactured by or for Techtronic Industries North America,
Inc., and sold in the United States and Canada.

To locate your nearest Authorized Ryobi Service Center,
dial 1-800-860-4050.

® brand

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OPERATOR’S MANUAL

MANUEL D’UTILISATION / MANUAL DEL OPERADOR

RY24001 24 VOLT POWER HEAD WITH
RY40030 EDGER ATTACHMENT

RY24001 24 V BLOC MOTEUR AVEC RY40030 ACCESSOIRE DE COUPE­BORDURES

RY24001 24 V CABEZAL MOTOR CON RY24021 ACCESORIO DE
RECORTADORA DE BORDES

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65

WARNING:

This product and substances that may
become airborne from its use may con­tain chemicals, including lead, known to
the State of California to cause cancer,
birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

Wash hands after handling.

PROPOSITION 65 DE L’ÉTAT DE
CALIFORNIE

AVERTISSEMENT :

Ce produit ainsi que les substances
rejetées dans l’air à la suite de son
utilisation peuvent contenir des produits
chimiques, notamment du plomb qui,
selon l’État de la Californie, peuvent
causer le cancer, des anomalies
congénitales et d’autres dommages au
système reproducteur. Bien se laver

les mains après toute manipulation.

CALIFORNIA - PROPUESTA DE

Ley NÚM. 65

ADVERTENCIA:

Este producto y sustancias que puedan
llegar a ser aerotransportadas por su uso
pueden contener sustancias químicas
(por ejemplo, plomo) consideradas por
el estado de California como causantes
de cáncer, defectos de nacimiento
u otras alteraciones reproductivas.

Lávese las manos después de utilizar
el aparato.

RYOBI is a registered trademark of Ryobi Limited
and is used pursuant to a license granted by
Ryobi Limited.

RYOBI est une marque déposée de RYOBI Limited
et est utilisée en vertu d’une licence accordée
par Ryobi Limited.

RYOBI es una marca registrada de Ryobi Limited
y se utiliza conforme a una licencia otorgada por
Ryobi Limited.

• PARTS AND SERVICE

Prior to requesting service or purchasing replacement parts, please obtain your model
and serial number from the product data plate.

• MODEL NO. ______________________SERIAL NO. __________________________

• HOW TO OBTAIN REPLACEMENT PARTS:

Replacement parts can be purchased online at www.ryobitools.com or by calling
1-800-860-4050. Replacement parts can also be obtained at one of our Authorized
Service Centers.

• HOW TO LOCATE AN AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER:

Authorized Service Centers can be located online at www.ryobitools.com or by call­ing 1-800-860-4050.

• HOW TO OBTAIN CUSTOMER OR TECHNICAL SUPPORT:

To obtain Customer or Technical Support please contact us at 1-800-860-4050.

• Pièces et service

Avant de faire la demande de service ou l’achat de pièces de remplacement, veuillez
obtenir le numéro de série du modèle à partir de la plaque de données du produit.

• NUMÉrO De MODèLe ____________NUMÉRO DE SÉRIE ___________________

• cOMMeNt ObteNir Les Pièces De reMPLaceMeNt :

Les pièces de remplacement peuvent être achetées en ligne sur le site
www.ryobitools.com ou par téléphone au 1-800-860-4050. Les pièces de remplacement
peuvent être obtenues à un de nos centres de service autorisés.

• cOMMeNt trOUver UN ceNtre De service aUtOrisÉ :

Les centres de service autorisés peuvent être localisés en ligne au www.ryobitools.
com ou en téléphonant au 1-800-860-4050.

• cOMMeNt ObteNir De L’aiDe eN cONtactaNt Le service À La cLieNtèLe :

Pour contacter le service à la clientèle pour une question technique ou pour tout autre
renseignement, veuillez nous téléphoner au 1-800-860-4050.

• PIEZAS DE REPUESTO Y SERVICIO

Antes de solicitar servicio técnico o comprar piezas de repuesto, obtenga su modelo
y número de serie de la placa de datos del producto.

• NÚMerO De MODeLO ____________NÚMerO De serie ___________________

• CÓMO OBTENER PIEZAS DE REPUESTO:

Las piezas de repuesto se pueden comprar en nuestro sitio en la red mundial, en la
dirección www.ryobitools.com o llamando al 1-800-860-4050. Las piezas de repuesto
también se pueden obtener en uno de nuestros Centros de Servicio Autorizados.

• CÓMO LOCALIZAR UN CENTRO DE SERVICIO AUTORIZADO:

Puede encontrar los Centros de Servicio Autorizados visitando nuestro sitio en la red
mundial, en la dirección www.ryobitools.com or by calling 1-800-860-4050.

• cÓMO ObteNer serviciO O asisteNcia tÉcNica aL cONsUMiDOr:

Para obtener Servicio o Asistencia Técnica al Consumidor, sírvase comunicarse con
nosotros llamando al 1-800-860-4050.

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TECHTRONIC INDUSTRIES NORTH AMERICA, INC.

1428 Pearman Dairy Road, Anderson, SC 29625 USA

1-800-860-4050 • www.ryobitools.com

A subsidiary of Techtronic Industries Co., Ltd. • OTC: TTNDY

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