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OPERATOR’S MANUAL
18 VOLT POLE PRUNER
P2500
BATTERIES AND CHARGERS
SOLD SEPARATELY
Your pole pruner has been engineered and manufactured to our high standard for dependability, ease of operation, and
operator safety. When properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator’s manual before using
this product.
Thank you for your purchase.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction ..................................................................................................................................................................... 2 � General Safety Rules ....................................................................................................................................................... 3 � Specific Safety Rules ................................................................................................
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES Keep all parts of your body away from any moving WARNING! part. Do not use tool if switch does not turn it on or off. A READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS. Fail- tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is danger- ure to follow all instructions listed below, may result in ous and must be repaired. electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury. Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch is in the locked or off position before inserting battery pack.
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SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES Do not place battery tools or their batteries near fire PRECAUTIONS AGAINST KICKBACK or heat. This will reduce the risk of explosion and pos- Kickback is a dangerous reaction that can lead to serious sibly injury. injury. Do not mutilate the battery pack. Released electrolyte Keep a firm grip on the unit with both hands when is corrosive and may cause damage to the eyes or skin. operating the unit. Place your right hand on the rear It may be toxic if swallowed.
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SAFETY RULES FOR CHARGER An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely necessary. Use of improper extension WARNING! cord could result in a risk of fire and electric shock. If READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS. extension cord must be used, make sure: Failure to follow all instructions listed below, may result in a. That pins on plug of extension cord are the electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury. same number, size and shape as those of plug on charger. B
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SYMBOLS Some of the following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer. SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION V Volts Voltage Hz Hertz Frequency (cycles per second) A Amperes Current W Watt Power min Minutes Time Alternating Current Type of current Direct Current Type or a characteristic of current n o No Load Speed Rotational speed, at no load Class II Construction Doub
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SYMBOLS The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product. SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will DANGER: result in death or serious injury. Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could WARNING: result in death or serious injury. Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result CAUTION: in minor or moderate injury.
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FEATURES PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Net Weight ............................................................... 7.37 lb. Motor ..................................................................18 Volt DC Charger Input ................................... 120 V, 60 Hz, AC only Blade Length ................................................................ 5 in. Charge Rate ..............................................................1 hour Cutting Capacity................................................
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ASSEMBLY UNPACKING INSTALLING/REMOVING THE BLADE See Figures 2 - 3. This product requires assembly. INSTALLING THE BLADE: Carefully remove the tool and any accessories from the box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are Remove the battery pack from the pole pruner. included. Remove the hex key from the storage area. Inspect the tool carefully to make sure no breakage or Place the hex key in the access hole and loosen the blade damage occurred during shipping. retai
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OPERATION NOTE: Batteries will not reach full charge the first time they WARNING: are charged. Allow several cycles (operation followed by recharging) for them to become fully charged. Do not allow familiarity with tools to make you care- less. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is CHARGING A COOL BATTERY PACK sufficient to inflict serious injury. If battery pack is within normal temperature range, the red LED on charger will come on. NOTE: If the charger does not charge the batte
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OPERATION CHARGING A HOT BATTERY PACK P100 When using the tool continuously, the batteries in the battery BATTERY PACK pack will become hot. You should let a hot battery pack cool down for approximately 30 minutes before attempting to P110 recharge. When the battery pack becomes discharged and CHARGER is hot, this will cause the green LED to come on instead of the red LED. After 30 minutes, reinsert the battery pack in the charger. If the green LED continues to remain on, return battery p
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U O OPERATION WARNING: Battery tools are always in operating condition. Therefore, switch should always be locked when not in use or SHAFT carrying at your side. ADJUSTMENT COLLAR ADJUSTING THE SHAFT TO UNLOCK See Figures 6 - 8. COLLAR Rotate the lower portion of the shaft adjustment collar to the “Unlock” position. The lower shaft should now be free to slide down from inside the upper shaft. Make sure the shaft is pulled out LOWER PORTION to the desired position. OF SHAFT ADJUSTME
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OPERATION STARTING AND STOPPING THE POLE PRUNER See Figures 9 - 10. STARTING THE POLE PRUNER Hold the pole pruner as shown and ensure that you are well away from anything that may contact the blade. Press and hold the trigger lock. Depress the switch trigger. Release the trigger lock. Continue to depress the trigger for extended operation. STOPPING THE POLE PRUNER 60° MAXIMUM Release the trigger to stop the pole pruner. Upon release of the trigger, the trigger lock will automat
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OPERATION Keep the unit at full speed the entire time you are cutting. For second and final cuts (from top of limb or branch), hold the front cutting guide against the limb being cut. This will help steady the limb and make it easier to cut. Allow the blade to cut for you; exert only light downward pressure. If you force the cut, damage to the blade or unit can result. Release the trigger as soon as the cut is completed, CUTTING GUIDE allowing the unit to stop. Fig. 12 LIMBING AND
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MAINTENANCE WARNING: WARNING: When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum- Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause based products, penetrating oils, etc., come in contact product damage. with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken or destroy plastic which may result in serious personal injury. WARNING: Only the parts shown on the parts list are intended to be Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with
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OPERATOR’S MANUAL 18 VOLT POLE PRUNER P2500 • PARTS AND SERVICE Prior to requesting service or purchasing replacement parts, please obtain your model and serial number from the product data plate. P2500 • MODEL NUMBER • SERIAL NUMBER • HOW TO OBTAIN REPLACEMENT PARTS: Replacement parts can be purchased online at www.ryobitools.com or by calling 1-800-860-4050. Replacement parts can also be obtained at one of our Authorized Service Centers. • HOW TO LOCATE AN AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER
