Ryobi RY15518 Manual Del Operador página 10

OPERATING TIPS
 The edger will edge along sidewalks, driveways, flower-
beds, curbs, and similar areas.
 Use the arrow guide on the blade guard to align the blade
with the edging surface.
 Cut at a steady pace. If the blade begins to bog down,
you are edging too fast; slow your pace. Do not force the
blade into ground.
WARNING:
When servicing, use only identical replacement parts.
Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause
product damage.
WARNING:
Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to
comply with ANSI Z87.1, along with hearing protection.
Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into
your eyes and other possible serious injuries.
WARNING:
Before inspecting, cleaning, or servicing the machine,
shut off engine or motor, wait for all moving parts to stop,
and disconnect spark plug wire and move it away from
spark plug or disconnect from power supply. Failure to
follow these instructions can result in serious personal
injury or property damage.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
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, grease, etc.
WARNING:
Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-
based products, penetrating oils, etc., come in contact
with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken or
destroy plastic which may result in serious personal injury.
You can often make adjustments and repairs described here.
For other repairs, have the tool serviced by an authorized
service dealer.
OPERATION
 Light contact of the blade against the sidewalk edge,
curb, etc., is acceptable and will not damage the edger.
 Best appearance is obtained when grass is dry. Avoid
edging in wet soil or wet grass areas or the blade guard
might clog and result in an uneven edge. If the blade
guard becomes clogged, stop the engine, remove the
spark plug wire or disconnect from the power supply,
and remove debris from the blade guard.
MAINTENANCE
REPLACING THE BLADE
See Figures 7 - 9.
Replace blades when worn down to indicator hole on blade.
 Stop the engine or motor and remove the spark plug wire
or disconnect from the power supply.
 Align the slot in the flange washer and gear case with the
slot in the flange; place the holding pin through all three
slots to secure in place.
 Using a 1/2 in. socket wrench, turn the blade nut clock-
wise to loosen.
 Remove the old blade from the edger shaft.
 Clean debris from the edger shaft and flange washers.
 Center the new blade on the flange washer, making sure
the blade sits flat.
 Install the cupped washer with the hole off of the blade
surface.
 Install the blade nut onto the edger shaft.
 Using a 1/2 inch socket wrench, turn the blade nut coun-
terclockwise onto the edger shaft and tighten securely.
 This replacement part is available from the place of pur-
chase, or by calling 1-800-860-4050.
NOTE: Always make sure the blade is correctly installed
and securely fastened before each use.
ATTACHING THE STORAGE HANGER
See Figure 10.
There are two ways to hang the attachment for storage.
 To use the hanger cap, push in the button and place the
hanger cap over the end of the attachment shaft. Slightly
rotate the cap from side to side until the button locks into
place.
 The secondary hole in the attachment shaft can be used
for hanging purposes as well.
STORING THE ATTACHMENT
 Store the attachment indoors in a dry, well-ventilated
place that is inaccessible to children.
 Keep away from corrosive agents such as garden chemi-
cals and de-icing salts.
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