Ryobi 155VP, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...155VP 12 Volt Battery Trimmer Blower OPERATOR S MANUAL FOR QUESTIONS CALL 1 800 345 8746 in U S or 1 800 265 6778 in CANADA www ryobi com IMPORTANT MANUAL DO NOT THROW AWAY...

Page 2: ...d understood before starting or operating this equipment THIS PRODUCT IS COVERED BY ONE OR MORE US PATENTS OTHER PATENTS PENDING INTRODUCTION TABLE OF CONTENTS 2 I Rules for Safe Operation 3 6 A Impor...

Page 3: ...tract your attention to possible dangers The safety symbols and their explanations deserve your careful attention and understanding The safety warnings do not by themselves eliminate any danger The in...

Page 4: ...r size to provide the best grip Use the unit only in daylight or good artificial light Use the right tool Only use this tool for the purpose intended Do not overreach Always keep proper footing and ba...

Page 5: ...HROWN OBJECTS AND ROTATING CUTTER CAN CAUSE SEVERE INJURY WARNING Do not operate without the cutting attachment shield in place Keep away from the rotating cutting attachment Keep clear of blower outl...

Page 6: ...d Protection Switch Battery Housing APPLICATION Use the Trimmer Attachment for Cutting grass and light weeds decorative trimming around trees fences etc Use the Blower Attachment to Clean walkways dri...

Page 7: ...NTING THE CHARGING STATION NOTE Mount the charging unit and allow the unit to charge for at least 36 hours prior to first use This unit may stay on the charging station continuously without overchargi...

Page 8: ...he unit See Replacing the Charger if not page 16 NOTE The battery will heat up while the unit is being charged Be sure the air vents on the battery housing are kept cleared for proper ventilation Fig...

Page 9: ...the use of both trimmer and blower Removing Add On Attachments WARNING Battery tools do not have to be plugged into an electrical outlet therefore they are always in operating condition To prevent se...

Page 10: ...h the Blower Attachment The blower is parallel to the ground and is positioned so debris is blown away from operator Fig 12 2 Depress and hold trigger 3 Release the lock off button TO STOP UNIT Releas...

Page 11: ...r lengths produces best results Trim only when grass and weeds are dry The life of your cutting line is dependent upon following the previous trimming techniques what is being cut and where the cuttin...

Page 12: ...s away from people animals glass and solid objects such as trees automobiles walls etc 1 Use around buildings and for normal cleaning Fig 15 Fig 16 Fig 17 OPERATING TIPS WHEN USING THE BLOWER To reduc...

Page 13: ...ne Wipe off the unit with a clean dry soft cloth Keep air vents free from debris at all times LINE INSTALLATION Always use genuine Ryobi 0 080 in 2 03 mm replacement line Using line other than specifi...

Page 14: ...clean the inner surface of the outer spool Fig 18 Pg 13 5 Insert the end of the line on the prewound reel through the eyelet in the outer spool Fig 22 6 Place inner reel and spring inside the outer sp...

Page 15: ...ing the battery housing door closed until the two latches snap into place For Best Performance When reinstalling the battery Check battery terminals for corrosion and clean if necessary Clean terminal...

Page 16: ...barrel connector or cord become damaged or if the barrel connector is not connecting to the unit properly CAUTION Only use the type of charger specified for this unit Any other type may cause damage t...

Page 17: ...Re insert attachment lower boom until release button engages coupler hole page 9 MOTOR OPERATES SLOWLY OR WILL NOT OPERATE BATTERY WILL NOT CHARGE C A U S E A C T I O N No power to charger or battery...

Page 18: ...ble judgement of RYOBI to be defective in material or workmanship will be repaired or replaced by an authorized RYOBI service dealer without charge for parts and labor The RYOBI Product including any...