RYOBI RLT36BS Cordless Straight Shaft Line Trimmer Installation Guide
- September 27, 2024
- RYOBI
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RLT36BS Cordless Straight Shaft Line Trimmer
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Specifications:
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Product Name: RECLVA20
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Intended Use: Cultivating or loosening soil in an open domestic
garden area -
Approved Power Heads: RLT36BS, R18XBCT10, R36XLTR30, R36LTR10,
R36LTR20 -
Operation: Outdoor use by a standing operator walking with the
product -
Safety Feature: Two-handed operation required at all times
Product Usage Instructions:
Assembly:
- Read the user manual thoroughly before assembly.
- Ensure all parts are included and in good condition.
- Follow the step-by-step assembly instructions provided.
Operating the Cultivator Attachment:
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Attach the cultivator securely to one of the approved power
heads. -
Ensure the product is on the ground before operation.
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Operate the product while walking in your garden area.
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Always maintain two-handed control of the product for
safety.
Maintenance:
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Regularly inspect the cultivator attachment for any damage or
wear. -
Clean the product after each use to prevent debris
buildup. -
Store the product in a dry and secure place when not in
use.
FAQ:
Q: Can I use the cultivator attachment for other purposes?
A: No, the product is intended only for cultivating or loosening
soil in a domestic garden area. Do not use it for any other
purpose.
Q: What safety measures should I follow while operating the
product?
A: Always maintain two-handed control, keep the product on the
ground, and ensure proper personal protective equipment is worn.
Refer to the safety warnings in the manual for detailed
guidelines.
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RECLVA20
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 cultivator attachment.
INTENDED USE
The cultivator attachment is approved for use with the following RYOBI power
heads:
battery-driven power heads of RLT36BS, R18XBCT10, R36XLTR30, R36LTR10, and
R36LTR20
The product is designed for cultivating or loosening soil in an open domestic
garden area.
The product 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 a twohanded operation at all times.
The product should never be operated with the wheels off the ground. It should
not be ridden on.
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, fire and/or serious
injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mainsoperated (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 the 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.
2 Original Instructions
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 authorized service providers.
CULTIVATOR SAFETY WARNINGS
Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with all the controls and the
proper use of the product.
Never allow children or people who are unfamiliar with these instructions to
use the product. Local regulations may restrict the age of the operator.
Never operate the product while people, especially children, or pets are
nearby. Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible for accidents or
hazards occurring to other people or their property.
While operating the product, always wear substantial footwear and long
trousers. Do not operate the product when barefoot or wearing open sandals.
Thoroughly inspect the area where the product is to be used, and remove all
rocks, sticks, metal, wire, bones, toys, or other foreign objects.
Before each use, always inspect the housing for damage. Ensure that guards and
handles are in place and properly secured. Replace worn or damaged components
in sets to preserve balance. Replace damaged or unreadable labels.
Use the product across the face of slopes; never up and down. Exercise extreme
caution when changing direction on slopes.
Exercise extreme caution when reversing or pulling the product towards you.
Never pick up or carry the product while it is running.
Do not operate the product in poor lighting. Use the product only in daylight
or with good artificial light. The operator requires a clear view of the work
area to identify potential hazards.
Keep proper footing and balance at all times, especially on slopes. Walk;
never run.
Do not use the product near drop-offs, ditches, excessively steep slopes, or
embankments. Poor footing could cause a slip-and-fall accident.
Keep hands and feet away from the rotating tines at all times and especially
when powering on the product.
To reduce the risk of injury associated with contacting moving parts, always
power off the product and remove the battery pack. Allow both to cool down.
Make sure that all moving parts have come to a complete stop:
before leaving the product unattended before clearing a blockage before
checking, cleaning, or working on the product before inspecting the product
after striking a foreign
object
whenever the product starts to vibrate abnormally (check immediately)
before performing maintenance
ADDITIONAL BATTERY SAFETY WARNINGS
To reduce the risk of fire, personal injury, and product damage due to a short
circuit, never immerse the product, 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
Original Instructions 3
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
Power off the product, and remove the battery pack. Make sure that all moving
parts have come to a complete stop. Allow the product and the battery pack to
cool down before storing or transporting. For electricdriven power heads,
disconnect the product from the power supply. Make sure that all moving parts
have come to a complete stop before storing or transporting. Never carry or
transport the product while the product is running.
Remove all foreign materials from the product. Store the product in a cool,
dry, and well-ventilated place
that 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.
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 pack 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, non-conductive caps or tape. Do not
transport battery packs 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.
Check all nuts, bolts, and screws at frequent intervals for proper tightness
to ensure that the product is in safe working condition.
Contact customer service to replace damaged or unreadable labels.
SYMBOLS ON THE PRODUCT
Beware of thrown or flying objects. Keep all bystanders, especially children
and pets, at least 15 m away from the operating area.
Wear eye and ear protection.
Do not expose the product to rain or damp conditions.
Keep feet away from rotating tines.
Keep hands away from rotating tines.
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Guaranteed sound power level
Regulatory Compliance 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
Note
Warning
Parts or accessories sold separately
Safety alert
Read and understand all instructions before operating the product. Follow all
warnings and safety instructions.
4 Original Instructions
RECLVA20
Hanger cap
Lock button
x2
x4
x4
D
C
B
Front handle
Handle clamp Attachment shaft
Tine guard
Gear box
Hitch pin
x2
Hex bolt Hex nut Washer Right tine shaft Left tine shaft
A
Outer tine A
Inner tine B Inner tine C Outer tine D
Operator’s manual
Know your product 5
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2
3
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2
Wear full eye and ear protection, substantial footwear, and long trousers at all times while operating the product. Do not operate the product when barefoot or wearing open sandals.
Push the lock button and remove the hanger cap.
Install the tine guard to the attachment shaft.
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6
7
1
A
C
2
B
3
Install tine B to the right tine shaft. The stamped side of tine B should be facing away from the gear box.
Install a washer, then install tine A. The stamped side of tine A should face towards tine B. Insert a hitch pin into the hole of the tine shaft to secure the tines in place.
Install tine C to the left tine shaft. The stamped side of tine C should be facing away from the gear box.
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12
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1
2
1
2
3
3
2
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On the front handle clamp, turn the nut Attach the clamp and the front handle Insert the bolt through the clamp and
counterclockwise to loosen and remove to the upper shaft. Attach the front front handle. Attach the washer and nut
the bolt, washer, and nut.
handle to the upper shaft only.
onto the bolt.
6 Getting started
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D
C
B
A
5
2
D
A
B
C
Install the bolts and nuts to the tine guard. Turn the bolts clockwise using a wrench to secure the tine guard in place.
WARNING: Facing the front of the product, the final arrangement of the tines from left to right should be tine D, tine C, tine B, then tine A. Do not place the tines in any other order.
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D
9
3
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1
10
2
Install a washer, then install tine D. The stamped side of tine D should face towards tine C. Insert a hitch pin into hole of the tine shaft to secure the tines in place.
Insert the attachment shaft into the power head shaft until the lock button clicks into place. Turn the fastener knob clockwise to secure the shafts.
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Turn the nut clockwise to tighten and secure the front handle.
Getting started 7
Four-tine operation
p.9
Two-tine operation
p.10
Cleaning the product
p.12
Storing the product
p.13
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FOUR-TINE OPERATION WARNING: Keep hands and feet away from the rotating tines
at all times. WARNING: The product must be adequately controlled by using two-
handed operation at all times. NOTE: Pull and push the cultivator while it is
digging in the soil’s surface. NOTE: For ease and safety when operating the
product, use a forward and backward motion when using the product. WARNING:
Never operate the product on rocky surfaces.
Operation 9
TWO-TINE OPERATION
WARNING: Keep hands and feet away from the rotating tines at all times.
WARNING: The product must be adequately controlled by using two-handed operation at all times.
1. On the right tine shaft, remove the hitch pin, tine A, and washer. Reinsert the hitch pin into the hole of the tine shaft.
2. On the left tine shaft, remove the hitch pin, tine D, and washer. Reinsert the hitch
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pin into the hole of the tine shaft.
3. Pull and push the cultivator while it is
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digging into the soil’s surface.
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1
D
3
A
2 3
2
3
10 Operation
NOTE: For ease and safety when operating the product, use a forward and
backward motion when using the product. WARNING: Never operate the product on
rocky surfaces.
Operation 11
CLEANING THE PRODUCT
WARNING: Do not use water to clean the product. 1. On the right tine shaft,
remove the hitch
pin, tine A, and washer. Reinsert the hitch pin into the hole of the tine
shaft.
2. On the left tine shaft, remove the hitch pin, tine D, and washer. Reinsert
the hitch pin into the hole of the tine shaft.
3. Clean the product with a soft, dry cloth, and remove the debris from the
product with a stiff brush.
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1
2
1
D
3
A
2 3
2
3
12 Maintenance
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STORING THE PRODUCT
WARNING: Remove all foreign materials from the product before storing.
1. Turn the fastener knob counterclockwise.
Press the lock button and pull the
cultivator attachment from the power
head.
2. Insert the hanger cap into the attachment
shaft until the lock button clicks into place.
3. Store the product in a cool, dry, and wellventilated place that is inaccessible to
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children and well away from sources of
ignition.
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Cultivator attachment
Model
RECLVA20
Weight
6.2 kg
Maximum working width
25.4 cm
Maximum working depth
19.7 cm
For assembling with battery-driven power head (below values are measured on power heads of RLT36BS)
Rated voltage
36 V d.c.
No-load speed
200 min-1
Weight (without battery pack)
Weight (with the heaviest battery pack)
Vibration level (in accordance with IEC 62841-1)
2.73 kg 5.4 kg
Front handle
ah = 1.0 m/s2
Rear handle
ah = 2.8 m/s2
Uncertainty
Kh = 1.5 m/s2
Noise emission level (in accordance with IEC 62841-1)
A-weighted sound pressure level at operator’s position
LpA = 82.8 dB(A)
Uncertainty
KpA = 3.0 dB
A-weighted sound power level
LWA = 93.7 dB(A)
Uncertainty
KWA = 3.0 dB
For assembling with battery-driven power head (below values are measured on power head of R18XBCT10)
Rated voltage
18 V d.c.
No-load speed
High speed
175 min-1
Low speed
160 min-1
Weight (without battery pack)
Weight (with the heaviest battery pack)
Vibration level (in accordance with IEC 62841-1)
2.60 kg 4.15 kg
Front handle
ah = 1.1 m/s2
Rear handle
ah = 2.3 m/s2
Uncertainty
Kh = 1.5 m/s2
Noise emission level (in accordance with IEC 62841-1)
A-weighted sound pressure level at operator’s position
LpA = 80.9 dB(A)
Uncertainty
KpA = 3.0 dB
A-weighted sound power level
LWA = 91.8 dB(A)
Uncertainty
KWA = 3.0 dB
For assembling with battery-driven power head (below values are measured on power head of R36XLTR30)
Rated voltage
36 V d.c.
No-load speed
High speed
200 min-1
Low speed
170 min-1
Weight (without battery pack)
Weight (with the heaviest battery pack)
Vibration level (in accordance with IEC 62841-1)
2.7 kg 5.4 kg
Front handle
ah = 1.2 m/s2
Rear handle
ah = 3.9 m/s2
Uncertainty
Kh = 1.5 m/s2
Noise emission level (in accordance with IEC 62841-1)
A-weighted sound pressure level at operator’s position
LpA = 78.5 dB(A)
Uncertainty
KpA = 3.0 dB
A-weighted sound power level
LWA = 89.9 dB(A)
Uncertainty
KWA = 3.0 dB
For assembling with battery-driven power head (below values are measured on power head of R36LTR10)
Rated voltage
36 V d.c.
No-load speed
200 min-1
Weight (without the battery pack)
Weight (with the heaviest battery pack)
Vibration level (in accordance with IEC 62841-1)
2.85 kg 5.5 kg
Front handle
ah = 1.8 m/s2
Rear handle
ah = 2.1 m/s2
Uncertainty
Kh = 1.5 m/s2
Noise emission level (in accordance with IEC 62841-1)
A-weighted sound pressure level at operator’s position
LpA = 85.2 dB(A)
Uncertainty
KpA = 3.0 dB
A-weighted sound power level
LWA = 93.1 dB(A)
Uncertainty
KWA = 3.0 dB
For assembling with battery-driven power head (below values are measured on power head of R36LTR20)
Rated voltage
36 V d.c.
No-load speed
200 min-1
Weight (without the battery pack)
Weight (with the heaviest battery pack)
Vibration level (in accordance with IEC 62841-1)
2.95 kg 5.6 kg
Front handle Rear handle Uncertainty
ah = 1.3 m/s2 ah = 2.6 m/s2 Kh = 1.5 m/s2
Noise emission level (in accordance with IEC 62841-1)
A-weighted sound pressure level at operator’s position
LpA = 81.5 dB(A)
Uncertainty
KpA = 3.0 dB
A-weighted sound power level
LWA = 89.8 dB(A)
Uncertainty
KWA = 3.0 dB
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.
Imported by: Techtronic Industries Australia 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.
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