Ryobi 130rEB Introduction, Table Of Contents, Thank You, Service Information, Contents Of Carton

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-under- stand 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.

Click-Link® is a registered trademark of Ryobi Outdoor Products.

Bump Head™ is a trademark of Ryobi Outdoor Products.

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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7 A. Important Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5 B. Safety and International Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 C. Know Your Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

II. Assembly Instructions	8
A. Adjusting D-Handle	8
B. Installing Cutting Attachment Shield	8

III. Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-13 A. Connecting the Power Cord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 B. Starting the Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 C. Stopping the Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 D. Operating the Two-Speed Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 E. Operating Click-Link System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 F. Holding the Trimmer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 G. Adjusting Trimming Line Length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 H. Tips for Best Trimming Results . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 I. Decorative Trimming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 J. Holding the Unit with Edger Add-On . . . . . . . . . . 12 K. Adjusting Edger Cutting Depth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 L. Tips for Best Edging Results . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 M. Holding the Unit with Sweeper/Blower Add-On . . 13 N. Operating Tips When Using Sweeper/Blower . . . 13

IV. Maintenance and Repair Instructions . . . . . . . . . 14-16 A. Servicing of Double Insulated Units . . . . . . . . . . . 14 B. Line Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 C. Installing a Prewound Reel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 D. Edger Blade Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 E. Accessories and Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . 16

V. Cleaning and Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

A. Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

A. Inspect Extension Cords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

A. Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

VI. Troubleshooting Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

VII. Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

VIII. Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

CONTENTS OF CARTON

•Model 130rEB Trimmer with D-Handle and Cutting Attachment Shield

•LE720r Edger Add-On

•SB720r Sweeper/Blower Add-On

•Locking Rod

•Operator's Manual

•Product Registration Card

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