Ryobi HT816r, HT818r, HT822r manual Introduction, Table of Contents

INTRODUCTION

THANK YOU

Thank you for buying this quality product. This modern outdoor power tool will 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 whole manual and follow all 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© 1999 Ryobi Outdoor Products, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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 or www.ryobi.com on the world wide web for authorized service dealers in the United States

Or

•1-800-265-6778in Canada to obtain the listing of the authorized service dealer nearest you.

to obtain the listing of the authorized service dealer nearest you.

DO NOT RETURN THE UNIT TO THE RETAILER.

NOTE: PROOF OF PURCHASE WILL BE REQUIRED FOR WARRANTY SERVICE.

Make sure this manual is carefully read and understood before starting or operating this equipment.

THIS PRODUCT IS COVERED BY ONE OR MORE US PATENTS, OTHER PATENTS PENDING.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

I. Rules for Safe Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6 A. Important Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4 B. Safety and International Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 C. Know Your Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

II. Assembly Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 A. Installing Front Handle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

III. Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8 A. To Turn Your Hedge Trimmer On . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 B. Extension Cord Retainer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 C. Using the Hedge Trimmer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 D. To Trim a Hedge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

IV. Maintenance and Repair Instructions	9-12
A. General Recommendations	. . 9
B. Before Each Use Check for
Damaged/Worn Parts	. . 9
C. After Each Use Clean Unit and Labels	. . 9
D. Sharpening the Cutting Blade	. . 9
E. Blade Lubrication	. . 9
F. Blade Replacement	. 10
G. Servicing Double Insulated Units	. 12
H. Cleaning the Unit	. 12
I. Inspect Extension Cords	. 12
J. Storage	. 12

V. Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

VI. Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

VII. Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

CONTENTS OF CARTON

•Hedge Trimmer, Either Model HT816r, HT818r or HT822r

•Front Handle with Hardware

•Operator’s Manual

•Owner’s Registration Card

Examine all parts to make certain that nothing is missing and no breakage has occurred during shipping. Damaged or missing parts must be replaced before using this unit.

WARNING: The operation of any hedge trimmer can result in foreign objects being thrown in the eyes. This can lead to severe eye damage. Before commencing power tool operation, always wear safety glasses or goggles that are marked as meeting ANSI Z87.1 standards, and a full face shield when needed.

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