Ryobi 130rEB manual Operating Instructions, Connecting The Power Cord, Starting The Unit

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

CONNECTING THE POWER CORD

WARNING: To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this unit has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other) and will require the use of a polarized extension cord. This unit plug will fit into a polarized extension cord only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the extension cord, reverse the plug. If the plug still does not fit, obtain a correct polarized extension cord. A polarized extension cord will require the use of a polarized wall outlet. This plug will fit into a polarized wall outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the wall outlet, reverse the plug. If the plug still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper wall outlet. Do not change the unit plug, extension cord receptacle, or extension cord plug in any way.

1.Use the cord hook when you connect the extension cord to the power cord to prevent disconnection (Fig. 5). Use only an outdoor-approved extension cord as specified in the Rules for Safe Operation section.

2.Secure the extension cord to motor housing as shown (Fig. 5).

STARTING THE UNIT

Be in the operating position (Fig. 1). Squeeze the trigger to start the trimmer (Fig. 6).

STOPPING THE UNIT

Release the trigger to stop the trimmer.

OPERATING THE TWO-SPEED SWITCH

This unit is equipped with a two-speed switch;

a powerful high speed for demanding yard work, and a precision low speed for light-duty yard work.

Push the switch up for high speed trimming. Push the switch down for low speed trimming (Fig. 6).

CAUTION: Do not use the unit for demand- ing work with the switch in the low speed. This may cause the unit to overheat and fail.

Trigger

Fig. 6

Fig. 5

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