RYOBI RY18GSA Cordless Grass Shears, Shrubber Instruction Manual

RYOBI RY18GSA Cordless Grass Shears, Shrubber

Product Information

• Product Name: Cordless Grass Shears/Shrubber
• Model Number: RY18GSA
• Intended Use: Outdoor use, designed for home or domestic use
• Attachments: Shear attachment for light trimming of grass and weeds, shrubber attachment for light trimming of shrubs, hedges, and bushes

Product Usage Instructions

• Read the instructions in the manual carefully before assembling, maintaining, and operating the product.
• The product is intended only for outdoor use and is designed for home or domestic use.
• When using the shear attachment, the product is intended for light trimming of grass and weeds. When using the shrubber attachment, the product is intended for light trimming of shrubs, hedges, and bushes. Do not use the product for any other purpose.
• Keep the work area clean and well-lit to avoid accidents. Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres.
• Keep children and bystanders away while operating the product to avoid distractions.
• Ensure that the power tool plugs match the outlet. Do not modify the plug in any way or use any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools to reduce the risk of electric shock.
• Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces to reduce the risk of electric shock.

HOW TO USE

SAVE THE MACHINE

General Product Safety Warnings

• Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations, and specifications provided with the power tool. Failure to follow all instructions 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) product or battery-operated (cordless) product.

Important! It is essential that you read the instructions in this manual before assembling, maintaining and operating the product.
Safety, performance, and dependability have been given top priority in the design of your cordless grass shears/shrubber.

INTENDED USE

• The cordless grass shears/shrubber is intended only for outdoor use. The product is designed for home or domestic use.
• When used with a shear attachment, the product is intended for light trimming of grass and weeds. When used with a shrubber attachment, the product is intended for light trimming of shrubs, hedges, and bushes.
• Do not use the product for any other purpose.

GENERAL PRODUCT SAFETY WARNINGS

• WARNING! Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations and specifications provided with this power tool. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fi re, 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) product 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.

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

• Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
• Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges, and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
• Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
• Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges, or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.
• When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
• If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a residual current device (RCD) protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces the risk of electric shock.

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 of starting the power tool accidentally.
• Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
• Maintain power tools and accessories. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tool’s operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
• Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
• Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. in accordance with these instructions, taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the power tool for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.
• Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean and free from oil and grease. Slippery handles and grasping surfaces do not allow for safe handling and control of the tool in unexpected situations.

BATTERY TOOL USE AND CARE

• Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack.
• Use power tools only with specifically designated battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire.
• When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects, like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal objects, that can make a connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire.
• Under abusive conditions, liquid 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 expose a battery pack or tool to fire or excessive temperature. Exposure to fire or temperature above 130°C may cause explosion.
• Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the battery pack or tool outside the temperature range specified in the instructions. Charging improperly or at temperatures outside the specified range may damage the battery and increase the risk of fire.

SERVICE

• Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
• Never service damaged battery packs. Service of battery packs should only be performed by the manufacturer or authorised service providers.

GRASS SHEARS/SHRUBBER SAFETY WARNINGS

• Do not use the grass shear or hedge trimmer in bad weather conditions, especially when there is a risk of lightning. This decreases the risk of being struck by lightning.
• Keep all power cords and cables away from cutting area. Power cords or cables may be hidden in hedges or bushes and can be accidentally cut by the blade.
• Wear ear protection. Adequate protective equipment will reduce the risk of hearing loss.
• Hold the grass shear or hedge trimmer by insulated gripping surfaces only, because the blade may contact hidden wiring. Blades contacting a “live” wire may make exposed metal parts of the grass shear or hedge trimmer “live” and could give the operator an electric shock.
• Keep all parts of the body away from the blade. Do not remove cut material or hold material to be cut when blades are moving. Blades continue to move after the switch is turned off. A moment of inattention while operating the grass shear or hedge trimmer may result in serious personal injury.
• When clearing jammed material or servicing the grass shear or hedge trimmer, make sure the power switch is off and the battery pack is removed or disconnected. Unexpected actuation of the grass shear or hedge trimmer while clearing jammed material or servicing may result in serious personal injury.
• Carry the grass shear or hedge trimmer by the handle with the blade stopped and taking care not to operate the power switch. Proper carrying of the grass shear or hedge trimmer will decrease the risk of inadvertent starting and resultant personal injury from the blades.
• When transporting or storing the grass shear or hedge trimmer, always use the blade cover. Proper handling of the grass shear or hedge trimmer will decrease the risk of personal injury from the blades.

ADDITIONAL SAFETY WARNINGS

• Do not attempt to cut stems or twigs that are larger than the cutting capacity indicated in the specifications table, or are obviously too large to feed into the cutting blade. Use a non-powered hand saw or pruning saw to trim large stems.
• Check the hedges and bushes for foreign objects, such as wire fences and hidden wiring.
• While operating the product, hold it firmly by the designated handle only.
• Use the product only at ground level and not on any other unstable support.
• Inspect the product before each use. Check for loose fasteners, etc. Make sure that all guards and handles are properly and securely attached. Replace any damaged parts before use. Check for battery pack leaks.
• Before operating the grass shear or hedge trimmer, make sure that the extension shaft, if any, is in the locked position.
• If the grass shear or hedge trimmer is installed with an adjustable handle, make sure that the grass shear or hedge trimmer is turned off and the blades are not moving before adjusting the handle.
• Operate the product only in temperatures between 0°C and 40°C.
• Store the product in a location where the ambient temperature is between 0°C and 40°C.

ADDITIONAL BATTERY SAFETY WARNINGS

• To reduce the risk of fire, personal injury, and product damage due to a short circuit, never immerse the tool, battery pack, or charger in fluid or allow fluid to flow inside them. Corrosive or conductive fluids, such as seawater, certain industrial chemicals, and bleach or bleach-containing products, etc., can cause a short circuit.
• Charge the battery pack in a location where the ambient temperature is between 10°C and 38°C.
• Store the battery pack in a location where the ambient temperature is between 0°C and 20°C.
• Use the battery pack in a location where the ambient temperature is between 0°C and 40°C.

TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE

• When transporting or storing the product, always fit the product with the blade cover.
• Clean the product thoroughly before storing. Store the product in a dry, well-ventilated area that is inaccessible to children. Keep the product away from corrosive agents, such as garden chemicals and de-icing salts.
• Store and charge the battery packs in a cool area. Temperatures above or below normal room temperature shorten the battery life.
• Never store the battery packs in a discharged condition. Wait for the battery pack to cool down and charge immediately.
• When transporting the product in a vehicle, secure it against movement or falling to prevent injury to persons or damage to the product.

TRANSPORTING LITHIUM BATTERIES

• Transport the battery in accordance with local and national provisions and regulations.
• Follow all special requirements on packaging and labelling when transporting batteries by a third party. Ensure that no batteries can come in contact with other batteries or conductive materials while in transport by protecting exposed connectors with insulating, nonconductive caps or tape. Do not transport batteries that are cracked or leaking. Check with the forwarding company for further advice.

MAINTENANCE

• Use only original manufacturer’s replacement parts, accessories, and attachments. Failure to do so can cause possible injury, can contribute to poor performance, and may void your warranty.
• Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge and should be performed only by a qualified service technician. For service, bring the product to an authorised service centre for repair.
• Turn off the product and remove the battery pack before conducting any maintenance or cleaning work.
• Use gloves when maintaining the cutting blades.
• Maintain the product with care. Keep the cutting blades sharp and clean for best performance and to reduce the risk of injury. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories. Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.
• After each use, clean the body and handles with a soft, dry cloth.
• After each use, remove the debris from the blades with a stiff brush, and then carefully apply a rust preventative lubricant before refitting the blade cover. Use a rust preventative lubricant spray to apply an even distribution and reduce the risk of personal injury from contact with the cutting blades. For information about suitable spray product, check with an authorised service centre.
• Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, and grease.
• Always ensure that the ventilation openings are kept clear of debris.
• Periodically inspect the cutting blades for damage and wear.
• For easier operation and longer blade life, lubricate the cutting blades before and after each use. Before lubricating, remove the battery pack and lay the cutting blades on a flat surface. Apply lightweight machine oil along the edge of the top blade. Do not apply oil when the product is running.

KNOW YOUR PRODUCT

1. Handle, insulated gripping surface
2. Trigger lock button
3. Operator’s manual
4. On/off the trigger
5. Blade post
6. Shrubber blade
7. Quick-release latch
8. Grass shear blade
9. Grass shear blade cover
10. Shrubber blade cover
11. Battery pack
12. Charger
13. Spray lubricant

SYMBOLS ON THE PRODUCT

• Safety alert

• Read and understand all instructions before operating the product.

• Follow all warnings and safety instructions.

• European Conformity Mark

• British Conformity Mark

• Eurasian Conformity Mark

• Ukraine Conformity Mark

• Wear eye protection.

• Wear ear protection.

• Do not expose the product to rain or damp conditions.

• Wear non-slip, heavy-duty protective gloves.

• To prevent serious injury, do not touch the cutting blades.

• Guaranteed sound power level

• Do not dispose of waste batteries, waste electrical and electronic equipment as unsorted municipal waste. Waste batteries and waste electrical and electronic equipment must be collected separately. Waste batteries, waste accumulators, and light sources have to be removed from the equipment.

• Check with your local authority or retailer for recycling advice and collection point. According to local regulations, retailers may have an obligation to take back waste batteries and waste electrical and electronic equipment free of charge. Your contribution to the reuse and recycling of waste batteries and waste electrical and electronic equipment helps to reduce the demand of raw materials.

• Waste batteries, in particular containing lithium, and waste electrical and electronic equipment contain valuable and recyclable materials, which can adversely impact the environment and human health if not disposed of in an environmentally compatible manner. Delete personal data from waste equipment, if any.

SYMBOLS IN THIS MANUAL

• Parts or accessories sold separately
• Note
• Warning
• Lock
• Unlock

Product specifications

Cordless grass shears/ shrubber
Model
Rated voltage
No-load speed
Shrubber blade length
Shrubber cutting capacity
Grass shears blade width
Grass shears cutting capacity
Grass shears
Weight (without battery pack)
Weight (with heaviest battery pack and accessory)
Vibration level (in accordance with EN 62841-1 and EN IEC

62841-4-5)

Main handle
Uncertainty of measurement
Noise emission level (in accordance with EN 62841-1 and EN IEC

62841-4-5)

A-weighted sound pressure level at the operator’s position
Uncertainty of measurement
A-weighted sound power level
Uncertainty of measurement
Shrubber (hedge trimmer)
Weight (without battery pack)
Weight (with heaviest battery pack)
Vibration level (in accordance with EN 62841-1 and EN

62841-4-2)

Main handle
Uncertainty of measurement
Noise emission level (in accordance with EN 62841-1 and EN 62841-4-2)
A-weighted sound pressure level
Uncertainty of measurement
A-weighted sound power level
Uncertainty of measurement
Battery and charger

Model
Battery pack
Charger
Compatible battery packs
Compatible chargers
Battery and charger

Model
Battery pack
Charger
Compatible battery packs
Compatible chargers

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 applications of the tool. However, if the tool is used for different applications, used with different accessories, or poorly maintained, the vibration and noise emission may differ. These conditions may significantly increase the exposure levels over the total working period.
• An estimation of the level of exposure to vibration and noise should take into account the times when the tool is turned off or when it is running idle. These conditions may significantly reduce the exposure level over the total working period.
• Identify additional safety measures to protect the operator from the effects of vibration and noise, such as maintaining the tool and the accessories, keeping the hands warm (in case of vibration), and organising work patterns.

RYOBI WARRANTY APPLICATION CONDITIONS

In addition to any statutory rights resulting from the purchase, this product is covered by a warranty as stated below.

1. The warranty period is 24 months for consumers and commences on the date when the product was purchased. This date has to be documented by an invoice or other proof of purchase. The product is designed and dedicated to consumer and private use only.  So there is no warranty provided in case of professional or commercial use. This warranty applies only on new products.
2.  There is a possibility to extend for a part of the range of power tools (AC/DC) the warranty period over the period described above using the registration on the www.ryobitools.eu website. The eligibility of products for extended warranty is clearly displayed in stores and / or on packaging and is contained within the product documentation. The end user is required to register his/her newlyacquired products online within 30 days from the date of purchase. The end user may register for the extended warranty in his/her country of residence if listed on the online registration form where this option is valid. Furthermore, end users must give their consent to the storage of their personal data that is required to be entered online. They must also accept the terms and conditions. The registration confirmation receipt, which is sent out by e-mail, and the original invoice showing the date of purchase will serve as proof of the extended warranty.
3. The warranty covers all defects of the product during the warranty period due to faults in workmanship or material at the purchase date. The warranty is limited to repair and/or replacement and does not include any other obligations including but not limited to incidental or consequential damages. The warranty is not valid if the product has been misused, used contrary to the instruction manual, or has been incorrectly connected to a power supply. This warranty does not apply to:
   • any damage to the product that is the result of improper or lack of maintenance
   • any product that has been altered or modified
   • y product where original identification (trade mark, serial number) markings have been defaced, altered or removed
   • any damage caused by non-observance of the instruction manual
   • any product not displaying the CE approval mark on the rating plate
   • any product that has been attempted to be repaired by a non-authorised warranty service centre or without prior authorisation by Techtronic Industries
   • any product connected to improper power supply (amps, voltage, frequency)
   • any product used with inappropriate fuel mixture (fuel, oil, ratio of oil/ fuel mixture)
   • any damage caused by external influences (water, chemical, physical, shocks) or foreign substances
   • normal wear and tear spare parts
   • inappropriate use, overloading of the tool
   • use of non-approved accessories or parts
   • Accessories provided with the tool or purchased separately including but not limited to blades, saw chains, cutting lines, etc.
   • Any periodic adjustments to or maintenance cleaning of carburettors
   • Components (parts and accessories) subject to natural wear and tear, including but not limited to bump knobs, drive belts, clutch, blades of hedge trimmers or lawn mowers, harness, cable throttle, carbon brushes, power cord, tines, felt washers, hitch pins, blower fans, blower and vacuum tubes, vacuum bag and straps, guide bars, saw chains, hoses, connector fittings, spray nozzles, wheels, spray wands, inner reels, outer spools, cutting lines, spark plugs, air filters, gas filters, mulching blades, etc.
4. For servicing, the product must be sent or presented to a RYOBI authorised service station listed for each country in the following list of service station addresses. In some countries your local RYOBI dealer undertakes to send the product to the RYOBI service organisation. When sending a product to a RYOBI service station, the product should be safely packed without any dangerous contents such as petrol, marked with sender’s address and accompanied by a short description of the fault.
5. A repair / replacement under this warranty is free of charge. It does not constitute an extension or a new start of the warranty period. Exchanged parts or products become our property. In some countries delivery charges or postage will have to be paid by the sender. Your statutory rights arising from the purchase of the product remain unaffected.
6. This warranty is valid in the European Community, Switzerland, Iceland, Norway, Liechtenstein, Turkey, Russia, and the United Kingdom. Outside these areas, please contact your authorised RYOBI dealer to determine if another warranty applies.

AUTHORISED SERVICE CENTRE

• Any request or issue with the product can be addressed to your local authorised service centres (visit www.ryobitools.eu) or directly to: Techtronic Industries GmbH, Max Eyth Straße 10, 71364 Winnenden, Germany. Please state the serial number and product type printed on the label.

EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

• Cordless grass shears/shrubbery
• Brand: RYOBI | Manufacturer1 | Model number2 | Serial number range3
• We declare as the manufacturer under our sole responsibility that the product mentioned below fulfills all the relevant provisions of the following European Directives,
• European Regulations and harmonized standards4
• Measured sound power level. ……………………………….. 84.9 dB(A)
• Guaranteed sound power level.. ………………………………. 87 dB(A)
• Conformity assessment method to Annex V Directive 2000/14/EC amended by 2005/88/EC.
• Authorized to compile the technical file:5

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

• Manufacturer: Techtronic Industries GmbH
• Max-Eyth-Straße 10, 71364 Winnenden, Germany
• We declare as the manufacturer under our sole responsibility that the product mentioned below
• Cordless grass shears/shrubbery
• Brand: RYOBI
• Model number: RY18GSA
• Serial number range: 48644901000001 – 48644901999999 fulfills all the relevant provisions of the following Regulations: S.I. 2008/1597 (as amended), S.I. 2016/1091 (as amended), S.I. 2012/3032 (as amended), S.I. 2001/1701 (as amended) and that the following designated standards have been used:
• BS EN 62841-1:2015, BS EN 62841-4-2:2019,
• BS EN IEC 62841-4-5:2021+A11:2021, BS EN IEC 55014-1:2021,
• BS EN IEC 55014-2:2021, BS EN IEC 63000:2018
• Measured sound power level: 84.9 dB(A)
• Guaranteed sound power level: 87 dB(A)
• Conformity assessment method to S.I. 2001/1701 Schedule 8 (as amended)
• Todd Chipner
• Vice President, Quality – Asia
• Winnenden, Aug. 31, 2022
• Authorised to compile the technical file: Techtronic Industries (UK) Ltd Parkway Marlow Bucks SL7 1YL UK
• RYOBI is a trademark of Ryobi Limited and is used under a license

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