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Original Instructions

IMPORTANT!

It is essential that you read the instructions 

in this manual before assembling, operating, 

and maintaining the product.

Subject to technical modification.

Safety, performance, and dependability have 

been given top priority in the design of your 

cordless cultivator.

INTENDED USE

The cordless cultivator is intended only for 

outdoor use by a standing operator walking 

with the product. For safety reasons, the 

product must be adequately controlled by 

using two-handed operation at all times.
The product is designed for cultivating or 

loosening soil in an open domestic garden 

area. The maximum working depth of the 

product is 10 cm deep and 20 cm wide.
The product should be used only as described 

in this manual.
Do not use the product for any other purpose.

GENERAL PRODUCT SAFETY WARNINGS

 

WARNING!

 Read all safety warnings, 

instructions,  illustrations,  and  sepcifications 

provided with this power tool. Failure to follow 

all instructions listed below may result in 

electric shock, fire, and/or serious injury.

Save all warnings and instructions for future 

reference.
The term “power tool” in the warnings refers 

to your mains-operated (corded) or battery-

operated (cordless) product.

WORK AREA SAFETY

 

Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered 

or dark areas invite accidents.

 

Do not operate power tools in explosive 

atmospheres, such as in the presence of 

flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power 

tools create sparks which may ignite the 

dust or fumes.

 

Keep children and bystanders away while 

operating a power tool. Distractions can 

cause you to lose control.

PERSONAL SAFETY

 

Stay alert, watch what you are doing and 

use common sense when operating a 

power tool. Do not use a power tool while 

you are tired or under the influence of 

drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of 

inattention while operating power tools may 

result in serious personal injury.

 

Use personal protective equipment. Always 

wear eye protection. Protective equipment 

such as a dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, 

hard hat or hearing protection used for 

appropriate conditions will reduce personal 

injuries.

 

Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure 

the switch is in the off-position before 

connecting to power source and/or battery 

pack, picking up or carrying the tool. 

Carrying power tools with your finger on the 

switch or energising power tools that have 

the switch on invites accidents.

 

Remove any adjusting key or wrench before 

turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key 

left attached to a rotating part of the power 

tool may result in personal injury.

 

Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and 

balance at all times. This enables better 

control of the power tool in unexpected 

situations.

 

Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing 

or jewellery. Keep your hair and clothing 

away from moving parts. Loose clothes, 

jewellery or long hair can be caught in 

moving parts.

 

If devices are provided for the connection 

of dust extraction and collection facilities, 

ensure these are connected and properly 

used. Use of dust collection can reduce 

dust-related hazards.

 

Do not let familiarity gained from frequent 

use of tools allow you to become complacent 

and ignore tool safety principles. A careless 

action can cause severe injury within a 

fraction of a second.

POWER TOOL USE AND CARE

 

Do not force the power tool. Use the correct 

power tool for your application. The correct 

power tool will do the job better and safer at 

the rate for which it was designed. 

 

Do not use the power tool if the switch 

does not turn it on and off. Any power tool 

that cannot be controlled with switch is 

dangerous and must be repaired.

 

Disconnect the plug from the power 

source  and/or  remove  the  battery  pack, 

if detachable, from the power tool before 

making any adjustments, changing 

accessories, or storing power tools. Such 

preventive safety measures reduce the risk 

Summary of Contents for R18CLV

Page 1: ...FRONT PAGE R18CLV ...

Page 2: ...le operating power tools may result in serious personal injury Use personal protective equipment Always wear eye protection Protective equipment such as a dust mask non skid safety shoes hard hat or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries Prevent unintentional starting Ensure the switch is in the off position before connecting to power source and or battery...

Page 3: ...iquid may be ejected from the battery avoid contact If contact accidentally occurs flush with water If liquid contacts eyes additionally seek medical help Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns Do not use a battery pack or tool that is damaged or modified Damaged or modified batteries may exhibit unpredictable behaviour resulting in fire explosion or risk of injury Do not ex...

Page 4: ...at is inaccessible to children Keep the product away from corrosive agents such as garden chemicals and de icing salts Do not store the product outdoors For transportation in a vehicle secure the product against movement or falling to prevent injury to persons or damage to the product TRANSPORTING LITHIUM BATTERIES Transport the battery pack in accordance with local and national provisions and reg...

Page 5: ...liance Mark RCM The product meets applicable regulatory requirements Waste electrical products should not be disposed of with household waste Please recycle where facilities exist Check with your local authority or retailer for recycling advice SYMBOLS IN THIS MANUAL Parts or accessories sold separately Note Warning ...

Page 6: ...6 Original Instructions ...

Page 7: ... selector switch Trigger switch Handle adjustment knob Telescopic collar Lower shaft Tine guard Handle Operator s manual Outer tine D Inner tine C Inner tine B Outer tine A Hitch pin Crosshead screwdriver Battery pack Charger Tine guard locking slot ...

Page 8: ... if the tine guard is not locked Make sure that the tine guard is locked by pushing it down until it clicks into place Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operating the product Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into your eyes resulting in possible serious injury NOTE The product will not operate properly if the tines are installed incorrectly Ins...

Page 9: ... the tine shaft Place the outer tine labeled A on the right side of the tine shaft The stamped side should face toward tine B Insert the hitch pin into the holes located on the side of the tine shaft Place tine C on the tine shaft to the left of the gearbox The stamped side of the tine should face away from the gearbox Place a felt washer on the tine shaft Place the outer tine labeled D on the lef...

Page 10: ...10 p 13 p 17 p 11 p 15 Four tine operation Cleaning the tines Two tine operation Storing the product ...

Page 11: ...ded operation at all times 1 Install the battery pack until the latches snap into place Make sure that the battery pack is securely attached before using the product 2 Press the lock out button and squeeze the trigger to start operating the product Use the speed selector switch to increase the power when necessary 3 Pull or push the cultivator while it is digging in the soil s surface ...

Page 12: ...12 Operation NOTE For cultivating ease and safety use a forward and backward motion when using the product WARNING Never operate the product on rocky surfaces ...

Page 13: ... Wait for the product to cool before removing the tines 2 Unlock the hitch pin and remove tine A Install the hitch pin back in place 3 Unlock the hitch pin and remove tine D Install the hitch pin back in place 4 Install the battery pack until the latches snap into place Make sure that the battery pack is securely attached before using the product ...

Page 14: ...14 Operation 1 2 1 2 3 5 5 Press the lock out button and squeeze the trigger to start operating the product Use the speed selector switch to increase the power when necessary ...

Page 15: ...ss the latches on each side of the battery pack to remove the battery pack 2 Unlock the hitch pin and remove tine A 3 Unlock the hitch pin and remove tine D 4 Unlock the tine guard by using a coin or screwdriver to turn the slot counterclockwise 5 Lift up the tine guard ...

Page 16: ...16 Maintenance 6 6 Clean the product with a soft dry cloth and clean the debris from the tines with a stiff brush WARNING Do not use water to clean the tines ...

Page 17: ...he product 1 Press the lock out button to lock the trigger switch in place 2 Press the latches on each side of the battery pack to remove the battery pack 3 Unlatch the telescopic collar and adjust the shaft to its minimum length 4 Latch the telescopic collar back to lock the shaft in place ...

Page 18: ...andle adjustment knob counterclockwise and press the front handle down Turn the knob clockwise to secure the handle 6 Store the product in a cool dry and well ventilated place that is inaccessible to children and well away from sources of ignition ...

Page 19: ...150 RC18150U RC18120 RC 18115 BCL1418IV WARNING The declared vibration total values and the declared noise emission values given in this instruction manual have been measured in accordance with a standardised test and may be used to compare one tool with another They may be used for a preliminary assessment of exposure The declared vibration and noise emission values represent the main application...

Page 20: ...lia Pty Ltd 31 Gilby Road Mount Waverley VIC 3149 Melbourne Australia Techtronic Industries N Z Limited Unit C 70 Business Parade South Highbrook Auckland 2013 New Zealand RYOBI is a trade mark of Ryobi Limited and is used under license 2021 Techtronic Cordless GP ...

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