Ryobi Outdoor RY49701 User Manual
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
ELECTRIC LOG SPLITTER
RY49701
Your Log Splitter 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.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator's manual before using
this product.
Thank you for buying a Ryobi product.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
n Introduction ...................................................................................................................................................................... 2
�n General Safety Rules.....................................................................................................................................................3-4
�n Specific Safety Rules........................................................................................................................................................4
��n Symbols.........................................................................................................................................................................5-6
��n Electrical........................................................................................................................................................................... 7
��n Features............................................................................................................................................................................ 8
��n Assembly.......................................................................................................................................................................... 9
�n Operation...................................................................................................................................................................10-12
�n Maintenance................................................................................................................................................................... 13
n Troubleshooting .............................................................................................................................................................. 14
�n Parts Ordering / Service................................................................................................................................................. 16
INTRODUCTION
This tool 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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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
WARNING:
Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow
all instructions listed below, may result in electric shock,
fire and/or serious personal injury.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
n KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL. Read the operator’s
manual carefully. Learn the applications and limitations as
well as the specific potential hazards related to this tool.
n G UARD AGA INST EL E CTRI C AL SHOC K BY
PREVENTING BODY CONTACT WITH GROUNDED
SURFACES. For example: pipes, radiators, ranges,
refrigerator enclosures.
n KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in good working order.
n REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form
habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches
are removed from tool before turning it on.
n KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches
invite accidents. DO NOT leave tools or pieces of wood
on the tool while it is in operation.
n DO NOT USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS. Do
not use power tools in damp or wet locations or expose
to rain. Keep the work area well lit.
n KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS AWAY. All visi-
tors should wear safety glasses and be kept a safe
distance from work area. Do not let visitors contact
tool or extension cord while operating.
n MAKE WORKSHOP CHILDPROOF with padlocks,
master switches, or by removing starter keys.
n DON’T FORCE THE TOOL. It will do the job better and
safer at the feed rate for which it was designed.
n USE THE RIGHT TOOL. Do not force the tool or attach-
ment to do a job for which it was not designed.
n USE THE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make sure your
extension cord is in good condition. Use only a cord heavy
enough to carry the current your product will draw. An
undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in
loss of power and overheating. A wire gauge size (A.W.G.)
of at least 14 is recommended for an extension cord 25
feet or less in length. If in doubt, use the next heavier
gauge. The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord.
n DRESS PROPERLY. Do not wear loose clothing, neckties,
or jewelry that can get caught and draw you into moving
parts. Rubber gloves and nonskid footwear are recommended when working outdoors. Also wear protective
hair covering to contain long hair.
n ALWAYS WE AR SAF ETY GLASSES WITH SIDE
SHIELDS. Everyday eyeglasses have only impact-
resistant lenses, they are NOT safety glasses.
n SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work
when practical, it is safer than using your hand and
frees both hands to operate the tool.
n DO NOT OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times.
n MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp
and clean for better and safer performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
n DISCONNECT TOOLS. When not in use, before servic-
ing, or when changing attachments, blades, bits, cutters,
etc., all tools should be disconnected from power source.
n AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. Be sure switch is off
when plugging in any tool.
n USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Consult the
operator’s manual for recommended accessories. The
use of improper accessories may result in injury.
n NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could occur if
the tool is tipped.
n CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the
tool, a guard or other part that is damaged should be
carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly
and perform its intended function. Check for alignment
of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of
parts, mounting and any other conditions that may affect
its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged must
be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service
center to avoid risk of personal injury.
n USE THE RIGHT DIRECTION OF FEED. Feed work into
a blade, cutter, or sanding spindle against the direction
or rotation of the blade, cutter, or sanding spindle only.
n NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED. TURN
THE POWER OFF. Don't leave tool until it comes to a
complete stop.
n PROTECT YOUR LUNGS. Wear a face or dust mask if
the cutting operation is dusty.
n PROTECT YOUR HEARING. Wear hearing protection
during extended periods of operation.
n DO NOT ABUSE CORD. Never carry tool by the cord or
yank it to disconnect from receptacle. Keep cord from
heat, oil, and sharp edges.
n USE OUTDOOR EXTENSION CORDS. When tool
is used outdoors, use only extension cords with
approved ground connection that are intended for use
outdoors and so marked.
n NEVER USE IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE.
Normal sparking of the motor could ignite fumes.
n INSPECT TOOL CORDS PERIODICALLY. If dam-
aged, have repaired by a qualified service technician at
an authorized service facility. The conductor with insulation
having an outer surface that is green with or without yellow
stripes is the equipment-grounding conductor. If repair
or replacement of the electric cord or plug is necessary,
do not connect the equipment-grounding conductor to a
live terminal. Repair or replace a damaged or worn cord
immediately. Stay constantly aware of cord location and
keep it well away from the rotating blade.
n INSPECT EXTENSION CORDS PERIODICALLY and
replace if damaged.
n KEEP TOOL DRY, CLEAN, AND FREE FROM OIL AND
GREASE. Always use a clean cloth when cleaning. Never
use brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based products, or
any solvents to clean tool.
n STAY ALERT AND EXERCISE CONTROL. Watch what
you are doing and use common sense. Do not operate
tool when you are tired. Do not rush.
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
n DO NOT USE TOOL IF SWITCH DOES NOT TURN IT
ON AND OFF. Have defective switches replaced by an
authorized service center.
n DO NOT OPERATE A TOOL WHILE UNDER THE
INF LUENC E O F DR UGS, ALCO HOL, OR ANY
MEDICATION.
n ALWAYS carry the tool only by the carrying handle.
n USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES listed
in this manual or addendums. Use of accessories that
are not listed may cause the risk of personal injury.
Instructions for safe use of accessories are included
with the accessory.
n TOOL SERVICE MUST BE PERFORMED ONLY BY
QUALIFIED REPAIR PERSONNEL. Service or mainte-
nance performed by unqualified personal could result in
a risk of injury.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
n DO NOT ALLOW anyone to operate the log splitter who
has not read the operator’s manual or has not been
instructed on the safe use of the splitter.
n NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN OR UNTRAINED ADULTS
TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE.
n IF SOMEONE is helping load logs to be split, DO NOT
start the machine until that person is clear of the area.
n NEV ER ALL OW ANY ONE TO RIDE O N THE
MACHINE
n �NEVER TRANSPORT ANYTHING OR ANYONE ON THE
LOG SPLITTER.
n �HIGH FLUID PRESSURES ARE DEVELOPED IN HY-
DRAULIC LOG SPLITTERS. Pressurized hydraulic fluid
escaping through a pin hole opening can puncture skin
and cause severe blood poisoning. Heed the following
instructions at all times:
a) Do not operate the machine with frayed, kinked,
cracked, or damaged hoses, fittings, or tubing.
b) Stop the engine and relieve hydraulic system pressure
before changing or adjusting fittings, hoses, tubing,
or other system components.
c) Do not adjust the pressure settings of the pump or value.
d) Never use your hand. Leaks can be located by
passing cardboard or wood over the suspected area.
Look for discoloration. If injured by escaping fluid,
see a doctor at once. Serious infection or reaction can
develop if proper medical treatment is not adminis-
tered immediately.
n KEEP THE OPERATOR ZONE and adjacent area clear
for safe, secure footing.
n
LOG SPLITTERS SHOULD BE USED ONLY for splitting
wood. DO NOT use for other purposes unless the manu-
facturer provides attachments and instructions.
n MAKE SURE THE LOG SPLITTER is on a level surface.
Block the splitter as required to prevent unintended move-
ment.
n ALWAYS OPERATE the splitter from the manufacturer’s
indicated operator zone.
.
n WHEN SERVICING use only identical replacement parts.
Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause
product damage.
n ALWAYS STAY ALERT! Do not allow familiarity (gained
from frequent use of your tool) to cause a careless mistake. ALWAYS REMEMBER that a careless fraction of
a second is sufficient to inflict severe injury.
n MAKE SURE THE WORK AREA HAS AMPLE LIGHTING
to see the work and that no obstructions will interfere with
safe operation BEFORE performing any work using your
tool.
n ALWAYS TURN OFF THE TOOL before disconnecting it
to avoid accidental starting when reconnecting to power
supply. NEVER leave the tool unattended while connected
to a power source.
n LOGS TO BE SPLIT ON RAM-TYPE UNITS should be
cut as squarely as possible.
n THE MACHINE OWNER should instruct anyone assisting
him or her in safe log splitting operation.
n ALWAYS operate the log splitter with all safety equip-
ment in place and all controls properly adjusted for safe
operation.
n ALWAYS operate the log splitter at manufacturer’s rec-
ommended speed.
n WHEN LOADING a ram-type log splitter, place your
hands on the sides of the log not at the ends. NEVER
place your hands or any part of your body between a log
and any part of the log splitter.
n ON RAM-TYPE log splitters, NEVER attempt to split
more than one (1) log at a time unless the ram has been
fully extended and a second log is needed to complete
the separation of the first log.
n �ON RAM-TYPE log splitters on which the logs are not
square, the longest portion of the log should be rotated
down and the most square end placed against the ram.
n CLEAR DEBRIS from moving parts but only when the
power source is shut off.
n USE ONLY YOUR HAND TO OPERATE THE LOG
SPLITTER CONTROLS.
n ALWAYS UNPLUG FROM THE POWER SOURCE while
repairing or adjusting the splitter except as recommended
by the manufacturer.
n CIRCUIT CAPACITY AND FUSES:
a) Use only an electrical circuit having adequate capacity
as recommended by the log splitter manufacturer.
b) “Blowing” a fuse or tripping a circuit breaker is usually
a warning that you are overloading the machine or
have too many devices taking power from the circuit,
or both. Do not install a higher capacity fuse!
n LEARN AND UNDERSTAND all controls and the proper
use of the equipment.
n SAVE T HESE I NSTRU CTION S. Ref e r to t hem
frequently and use to instruct other users. If you loan
someone this tool, loan them these instructions also.
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SYMBOLS
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Some of the following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer.
SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION
V Volts
A Amperes
Hz Hertz
W Watt
min Minutes
Alternating Current
Direct Current
n
o
.../min
No Load Speed
Class II Construction
Per Minute
Wet Conditions Alert
Voltage
Current
Frequency (cycles per second)
Power
Time
Type of current
Type or a characteristic of current
Rotational speed, at no load
Double-insulated construction
Revolutions, strokes, surface speed, orbits etc., per minute
Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations.
Read The Operator’s Manual
Eye Protection
Safety Alert
Wear Gloves
Wear Safety Footwear
Keep Hands Away Always keep hands away from the wedge and the ram.
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 a full face shield when operating this product.
Precautions that involve your safety.
Always wear nonslip, heavy-duty protective gloves when
operating this product.
Always wear nonslip safety footwear when operating this product.
Always keep bystanders at least 10 ft. (3 m) away.Keep Bystanders Away
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