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30cc CURVED SHAFT TRIMMER
ELECTRIC START

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

RLT30CET

 


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WARNING:

To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator’s man-
ual before using this product.
Your string trimmer has been engineered and manufactured to our high standard for 
dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety. Properly cared for, it will give 
you years of rugged, trouble-free performance.

 


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ENGLISH

GENERAL SAFETY RULES

WARNING

Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all 
instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire 
and/or serious personal injury.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS

For safe operation, read and understand all instructions before 
using  this  product.  Follow  all  safety  instructions.  Failure  to 
follow all safety instructions listed below, can result in serious 
personal injury.

Do not allow children or untrained individuals to use this unit.

Never  start  or  run  the  engine  in  a  closed  or  poorly  ventilated 
area; breathing exhaust fumes can kill.

Clear  the  work  area  before  each  use.  Remove  all  objects 
such as rocks, broken glass, nails, wire or string which can be 
thrown or become entangled in the cutting line or blade.

Wear  safety  glasses  or  goggles  that  are  marked  to  comply 
with EN 66 and AS/NZS337 standards  when operating this 
product.

A  battery  operated  tool  with  integral  batteries  or  a  separate 
battery pack must be recharged only with the specified charger 
for  the  battery. A  charger  that  may  be  suitable  for  one  type 
of  battery  may  create  a  risk  of  fire  when  used  with  another 
battery.

Use  battery  operated  tool  only  with  specifically  designated 
battery  pack.  Use  of  any  other  batteries  may  create  a  risk  of 
fire. 

Use battery only with charger listed.

 

MODEL 

BATTERY PACK 

CHARGER

 

RLT30CET 

BPH-25 

BCAH-20-S (only  

 

 

 

for British market)

 

RLT30CET 

BPH-25 

722850

Wear  heavy,  long  trousers,  boots  and  gloves.  Do  not  wear 
loose  fitting  clothing,  shorts,  sandals  or  go  barefoot.  Do  not 
wear jewellery of any kind.

Heavy  protective  clothing  may  increase  operator  fatigue, 
which could lead to heat stroke. During weather that is hot and 
humid,  heavy  work  should  be  scheduled  for  early  morning  or 
late afternoon hours when temperatures are cooler.

Never operate this unit on the operator’s left side.

Secure long hair above shoulder level to prevent entanglement 
in moving parts.

Keep  all  bystanders,  children  and  pets  at  least  5m  away. 
Bystanders  should  be  encouraged  to  wear  eye  protection.  If 
you are approached, stop the engine and cutting attachment. 
In  the  case  of  bladed  units,  there  is  the  added  risk  of  injury 
to  bystanders  from  being  struck  with  the  moving  blade  in  the 
event  of  a  blade  thrust  or  other  unexpected  reaction  of  the 
tool.

Do  not  operate  this  unit  when  you  are  tired,  ill  or  under  the 
influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication. 

Do not operate in poor lighting.

Keep firm footing and balance. Do not overreach. Overreaching 
can result in loss of balance or exposure to hot surfaces.

Keep all parts of your body away from any moving part. 

To avoid hot surfaces, never operate the unit with the bottom 
of the engine above waist level.

Do  not  touch  area  around  the  muffler  or  cylinder  of  the  unit, 
these parts get very hot from operation. 

Always stop the engine and remove the spark plug lead before 
making  any  adjustments  or  repairs  except  for  carburettor 
adjustments. 

Inspect  the  unit  before  each  use.  Check  for  loose  fasteners, 
fuel leaks, etc. Replace any damaged parts before use. 

The  cutting  attachment  should  never  rotate  at  idle  during 
normal  use. The  cutting  attachment  may  rotate  at  idle  during 
carburettor adjustments.

Mix and store fuel in a container approved for petrol.

Mix fuel outdoors where there are no sparks or flames. Wipe 
up any fuel spillage. Move 0m away from refuelling site before 
starting  engine.  Slowly  remove  the  fuel  cap  after  stopping 
engine. DO NOT SMOKE when refuelling.

Stop  the  engine  and  allow  to  cool  before  refuelling  or  storing 
the unit. 

Allow  the  engine  to  cool;  empty  the  fuel  tank  and  secure  the 
unit from moving before transporting in a vehicle.

Wear protective equipment and observe all safety instructions. 
For units equipped with a clutch, be sure the cutting attachment 
stops turning when the engine idles. When the unit is turned off 
make sure the cutting attachment has stopped before the unit 
is set down.

SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES

Inspect  before  use.  Replace  damaged  parts.  Make  sure 
fasteners are in place and secure. Check for fuel leaks.

Replace  cutting  head  if  cracked,  chipped  or  damaged  in  any 
way. Be sure the cutting head is properly installed and securely 
fastened. Failure to do so can cause serious injury.

Make  sure  all  guards,  straps,  deflectors  and  handles  are 
properly and securely attached.

Use  only  the  manufacturer’s  replacement  cutting  line  in  the 
cutting  head.  Do  not  use  any  other  cutting  attachment.  To 
install  any  other  brand  of  replacement  line  or  cutting  head  to 
this  line  trimmer  can  result  in  serious  personal  injury.  Never 
use,  for  example,  wire  or  wire-rope,  which  can  break  off  and 
become a dangerous projectile.

Never operate unit without the grass deflector in place and in 
good condition.

Maintain  a  firm  grip  on  both  handles  while  trimming.  Keep 
cutting head below waist level. Never cut with the cutting head 
located over 60cm or more above the ground.

Do  not  place  battery  tools  or  their  batteries  near  fire  or  heat. 
This will reduce the risk of explosion and possibly injury.

Always  shut  off  engine  before  fuelling.  Never  add  fuel  to  a 
machine with a running or hot engine. Move at least 0m from 
refuelling site before starting engine. Wipe up any fuel spillage. 
DO NOT SMOKE. Failure to heed this warning could result in 
serious personal injury.

Do  not  crush,  drop  or  damage  battery  pack.  Do  not  use  a 
battery  pack  or  charger  that  has  been  dropped  or  received  a 
sharp blow. A damaged battery is subject to explosion. Properly 
dispose of a dropped or damaged battery immediately.

Batteries can explode in the presence of a source of ignition, 
such  as  a  pilot  light.  To  reduce  the  risk  of  serious  personal 
injury, never use any cordless product in the presence of open 
flame. An exploded battery can propel debris and chemicals. If 
exposed, flush with water immediately.

Do not charge battery tool in a damp or wet location. Following 
this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock.

 


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SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES

For best results, your battery tool should be charged in a location where the temperature is more than 0°C but less than 38°C.  

 

To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, do not store outside or in vehicles.

Under extreme usage or temperature conditions, battery leakage may occur. If liquid comes in contact with your skin, wash immediately 
with soap and water, then neutralise with lemon juice or vinegar. If liquid gets into your eyes, flush them with clean water for at least 0 
minutes, and seek immediate medical attention. Following this rule will reduce the risk of serious personal injury.

SYMBOLS

  SYMBOL 

NAME 

EXPLANATION

 

Volts 

Voltage

 

Amperes 

Current

 

Hz 

Hertz 

Frequency (cycles per second)

 

Watt 

Power

 

min 

Minutes 

Time

 

~

 

Alternating Current 

Type of current

 

 

Direct Current 

Type or a characteristic of current

 

n

No Load Speed 

Rotational speed, at no load

 

 

Class II Tool 

Double-insulated construction

 

 

.../min 

Per Minute 

Revolutions, strokes, surface speed, orbits etc., per minute

 

 

Wet Conditions Alert 

Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations.

 

 

Safety Alert 

Precautions that involve your safety.

 

 

Read the Operator’s Manual 

To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand  

 

 

 

 

operator’s manual before using this product.

 

 

Wear Eye and Hearing Protection 

Wear eye protection which is marked to comply with ANSI Z87.  

 

 

 

 

as well as hearing protection when operating this equipment.

 

 

Keep Bystanders Away 

Keep all bystanders at least 50 ft. away.

 

 

Ricochet 

Thrown objects can ricochet and result in personal injury or  

 

 

 

 

property damage.

 

 

No Blade 

Do not install or use any type of blade on a product displaying  

 

 

 

 

this symbol.

 

Petrol and Lubricant 

Use unleaded petrol intended for motor vehicle use with    

 

 

 

an octane rating of 87 [(R + M) / 2] or higher. This product is  

 

 

 

powered by a 2-stroke engine and requires pre-mixing petrol  

 

 

 

and 2-stroke lubricant.

Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these 
symbols will allow you to operate the product better and safer.

 


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SYMBOLS

 

SYMBOL 

SIGNAL 

MEANING

 
 

 

DANGER:

 

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, 

 

 

 

will result in death or serious injury.

 

 

WARNING:

 

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, 

 

 

 

could result in death or serious injury.

 

 

CAUTION:

 

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, 

 

 

 

may result in minor or moderate injury. 

 

 

CAUTION:

 

(Without Safety Alert Symbol) Indicates a situation that may result in property  

 

 

 

 

damage.

The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product.

SERVICE

Servicing  requires  extreme  care  and  knowledge  and  should  be 
performed  only  by  a  qualified  service  technician.  For  service  we 
suggest  you  return  the  product  to  your  nearest AUTHORISED 
SERVICE  CENTRE  for  repair.  When  servicing,  use  only  identical 
replacement parts.

WARNING:

To  avoid  serious  personal  injury,  do  not  attempt 
to  use  this  product  until  you  read  thoroughly  and 
understand  completely  the  operator’s  manual.  If  you 
do  not  understand  the  warnings  and  instructions  in  the 
operator’s  manual,  do  not  use  this  product.  Call  Ryobi 
customer service for assistance.

WARNING:

The  operation  of  any  power  tool  can  result  in  foreign 
objects  being  thrown  into  your  eyes,  which  can  result 
in  severe  eye  damage.  Before  beginning  power  tool 
operation, always wear safety goggles or safety glasses 
with  side  shields  and,  when  needed,  a  full  face  shield. 
We  recommend  Wide  Vision  Safety  Mask  for  use  over 
eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with side shields. 
Always  use  eye  protection  which  is  marked  to  comply 
with EN 66 and AS/NZS337 standards.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

INTRODUCTION

This product has many features for making its use more pleasant 
and enjoyable. Safety, performance, and dependability have been 
given  top  priority  in  the  design  of  this  product  making  it  easy  to 
maintain and operate.

DESCRIPTION OF FIGURES

Figure 
. Shoulder strap
2. Pro Cut II string head
3. Drive shaft
4. Coupler
5. Strap hanger
6. Ignition switch
7. Trigger lock
8. Rear handle
9. Primer bulb
0. Fuel cap
. Recoil starter
2. Throttle trigger
3. 2 Volt battery
4. Front handle
5. Wing screw
6. Grass deflection
7. Reel Easy Cutting head
8. Charger
9. Safety Switch
20. Latch
2. Choke lever

      

Figure 2
22. Trimmer attachment
23. Button
24. Guide recess
25. Power head shaft
26. Position hole

Figure 3
27. Hole
28. Hanger cap
29. Secondary hole

       

 


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DESCRIPTION OF FIGURES

Figure 4
30. Washer
3. Wing nut
32. Bolt

       

Figure 5
33. Slot
34. Tab
35. Wing screw

Figure 6
36. Hanger bracket

       

Figure 7
37. Red LED
38. Orange LED

Figure 8
39. Battery port
40. Battery

Figure 0
4. Direction of rotation

Figure 
42. Dangerous cutting area
43. Best cutting area
44. Direction of rotation

Figure 2
45. Trimmer line cut-off blade

       

Figure 5a
46. Start position

Figure 5b
47. Run position

     

Figure 6
48. Drive shaft
49. Cutting head
50. Spool retainer

 

Figure 7
5. Pull lines from holes to remove
52. Slot
53. Hole     
54. Slot  
55. Hole

       

Figure 8
56. Idle speed screw

Figure 9
57. Latch

Figure 20
58. Latch
59. Filter screen
60. Air filter cover

Figure 2
6. Idle speed screw
62. Air filter cover

ASSEMBLY

UNPACKING

This product requires assembly.

Carefully  remove  the  tool  and  any  accessories  from  the  box. 

Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are included.

Inspect the tool carefully to make sure no breakage or damage 

occurred during shipping.

Do  not  discard  the  packing  material  until  you  have  carefully 

inspected and satisfactorily operated the tool.

If  any  parts  are  damaged  or  missing  do  not  operate  this 

product until the parts are replaced.

PACKING LIST

Trimmer Assembly
Pro Cut II

TM

 Line Head

Spool Retainer
Shoulder Strap
2 Volt Battery 
Charger
Front Handle
Wing Screw
Wing Nut
Bolt 
Washer
Grass Deflector
Bottle of 2-Stroke Lubricant
Hanger Cap
Operator’s Manual

WARNING: 

Do  not  attempt  to  modify  this  product  or  create 
accessories not recommended for use with this product. 
Any  such  alteration  or  modification  is  misuse  and  could 
result  in  a  hazardous  condition  leading  to  possible 
serious personal injury.

WARNING:

To  prevent  accidental  starting  that  could  cause  serious 
personal injury, always disconnect the engine spark plug 
wire from the spark plug and remove battery pack when 
assembling parts.

INSTALLING THE POWER HEAD SHAFT TO THE ATTACHMENT

See Figure 2.

WARNING:

Never  install,  remove,  or  adjust  any  attachment  while 
power  head  is  running.  Failure  to  stop  the  engine  can 
cause serious personal injury.

The attachment connects to the power head shaft by means of a 
coupler device.

Loosen the Wing Screw on the coupler of the power head shaft 

and remove the end cap from the attachment.

Push in the button located on the attachment shaft. Align the 

button with the guide recess on the power head coupler and slide 
the two shafts together. Rotate the attachment shaft until the button 
locks into the positioning hole.

NOTE: 

If the button does not release completely in the positioning 

hole, the shafts are not locked into place.  Slightly rotate from side 
to side until the button is locked into place.

Tighten the Wing Screw securely.

 


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ASSEMBLY

WARNING:

Be  certain  the  Wing  Screw  is  fully  tightened  before 
operating  equipment;  check  it  periodically  for  tightness 
during use to avoid serious personal injury.

REMOVING THE ATTACHMENT FROM THE POWER HEAD

For removing or changing the attachment:

Loosen the Wing Screw.

Push in the button and twist the shafts to remove and separate  

 

ends.

ATTACHING THE HANGER CAP

See Figure 3.
There are two ways to hang your attachment for storage.

To use the hanger cap, push in the button and place the hanger  

 

cap over end of the lower end 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.

ATTACHING THE FRONT HANDLE

See Figure 4.

Remove wing nut, washer, and bolt from the front handle.

Install the front handle onto the top side of the drive shaft housing.

NOTE: 

The open side of the handle should face the operator. 

Place the bolt through the front handle.

NOTE: 

The hex bolt head fits inside the hex recess moulded into 

one side of the handle.

Reinstall the washer and wing nut.

Tighten wing nut securely.

WARNING:

The  line  cutting  blade  on  the  grass  deflector  is  sharp. 
Avoid contact with the blade. Failure to avoid contact can 
result in serious personal injury.

ATTACHING THE GRASS DEFLECTOR 

See Figure 5.

Remove the wing screw from the grass deflector.

Insert the tab on the mounting bracket in the slot on the grass  

 

deflector.

Align the screw hole in the mounting bracket with the screw hole  

 

in the grass deflector.

Insert the wing screw through the mounting bracket and into  

 

the grass deflector.

Tighten the screw securely.

Attaching the Shoulder Strap

See Figure 6.
Follow these steps to attach the shoulder strap.

Connect the latch on the strap to the hanger bracket.

Adjust the strap to a comfortable position.

FEATURES

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Engine Displacement..............................................................30 cm³
Cutting Path Diameter................................................7 in / 432mm.
String Diameter..............................................................2.4/2.7 mm.
Battery Voltage.......................................................................2 Volt
Mass (without fuel, cutting attachment and guard)................6.37 kg
Mass (without fuel with string head)..........................…............6.7kg
Volume (fuel tank)..................................................................45cm³
Maximum engine perform
(in accordance with ISO8893)................................................0.70kw
Maximum rotational frequency of the spindle...................2000/min
Engine speed (rotational frequency) at recommended max. 
spindle rotational frequency..............................................2000/min
Engine speed (rotational frequency) at idling............2800-3500/min
Fuel consumption (in accordance with ISO8893) 
at max. engine performance..............................0.48kg/h or 0.66 L/h
Specific fuel consumption (in accordance with ISO8893) 
at max. engine performance.....................640 g/kw.h or 0.87 L/kw.h
Vibration levels for idling and racing (for idling and with wide open 
throttle for grass trimmers) when measured in accordance 
with 4.2Vibration level idling for Front handle and 
Rear handle.....................................................3.5 m/s² and 3.3 m/s²
Vibration level racing for Front handle and 
Rear handle.................................................4.5 m/s² and 0.4 m/s²
Sound pressure level 
(in accordance with EN279)........................................00.7 dB (A)
Sound power level 
(in accordance with ISO0884)........................................09 dB (A)

KNOW YOUR LINE TRIMMER
See Figure 1.

The  safe  use  of  this  product  requires  an  understanding  of  the 
information on the tool and in this operator’s manual as well as a 
knowledge  of  the  project  you  are  attempting.  Before  use  of  this 
product,  familiarise  yourself  with  all  operating  features  and  safety 
rules.

CHARGER

The charger has a key-hole hanging feature for convenient, space-
saving  storage.  Screws  should  be  installed  so  that  the  centre 
distance is .5cm

ELECTRIC START

The line trimmer has an electric start which can be used in place 
of the pull start.

PRO CUT II

TM

 LINE HEAD

The line trimmer is provided with an additional cutting head.

GRASS DEFLECTOR

The line trimmer includes a grass deflector that helps protect you 
from flying debris.

SHOULDER STRAP

The  line  trimmer  includes  a  shoulder  strap  that  helps  support  the 
product.

TOP-MOUNTED MOTOR

The  top-mounted  motor  improves  balance  and  is  located  away 
from the dust and debris of the cutting area.

 


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OPERATION

WARNING:

Do  not  allow  familiarity  with  this  product  to  make  you 
careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second 
is sufficient to inflict serious injury.

WARNING:

Always  wear  safety  goggles  or  safety  glasses  with 
side  shields  when  operating  power  tools.  Failure  to  do 
so  could  result  in  objects  being  thrown  into  your  eyes 
resulting in possible serious injury.

WARNING:

Do  not  use  any  attachments  or  accessories  not 
recommended  by  the  manufacturer  of  this  product. The 
use  of  attachments  or  accessories  not  recommended 
can result in serious personal injury.

FUELING AND REFUELING THE TRIMMER
HANDLING THE FUEL SAFELY

WARNING:

        

Check  for  fuel  leaks.  If  any  are  found,  correct  them 
before using the saw to prevent fire or burn injury.

Always handle fuel with care; it is highly flammable.
Always refuel outdoors, do not inhale fuel vapours.
Do  not  let  petrol  or  lubricant  come  in  contact  with  skin.  If  contact 
does occur wash immediately with soap and plenty of water.
Keep petrol and lubricant away from the eyes. If petrol or lubricant 
comes in contact with the eyes, wash them immediately with clean 
water. If irritation is still present, see a doctor immediately.
Clean  up  spilled  fuel  immediately.  Refer  to  Refuelling  in  the 
Specific  Safety  Rules  section  of  this  manual  for  additional  safety 
information.

MIXING THE FUEL

This  product  is  powered  by  a  2-stroke  engine  and  requires  pre-
mixing  petrol  and  2-stroke  lubricant.  Pre-mix  unleaded  petrol  and 
2-stroke engine lubricant in a clean container approved for petrol.
This engine is certified to operate on unleaded petrol intended for 
automotive use with an octane rating of 9 or higher.
Do not use any type of pre-mixed petrol/lubricant from fuel service 
stations;  this  includes  the  pre-mixed  petrol/lubricant  intended  for 
use in mopeds, motorcycles, etc.
Use a high quality 2-stroke self-mixing lubricant for air-cooled engines. 
Do not use automotive lubricant or 2-stroke outboard lubricant.
Mix 2% lubricant into the petrol. This is a 50: ratio.
Mix the fuel thoroughly and each time before fuelling.
Mix in small quantities. Do not mix quantities larger than usable in 
a  30-day  period. A  2-stroke  lubricant  containing  a  fuel  stabilizer  is 
recommended.

OXYGENATED FUELS

Some  conventional  petrol  are  blended  with  alcohol  or  an  ether 
compound.  This  type  of  petrol  is  collectively  referred  to  as 
oxygenated fuels.
If  using  an  oxygenated  fuel,  make  sure  it  is  unleaded  and  meets 
the  minimum  octane  rating  requirements.  Before  using  an 
oxygenated  fuel,  try  to  confirm  the  fuel’s  contents.  Some  areas 
require  this  information  to  be  posted  on  the  pump.  The  following 
are the EPA approved percentages of oxygenates:

Ethanol  (ethyl  or  grain  alcohol)  10%  by  volume. 

You  may  use 

petrol  containing  up  to  0%  ethanol  by  volume.  Petrol  containing 
ethanol may be marketed under the name “Gasohol.” Do not use 
E85 fuel.

MTBE  (methyl  tertiary  butyl  ether)  15%  by  volume. 

You  may 

use petrol containing up to 5% MTBE by volume.

Methanol (methyl or wood alcohol) 5% by volume.

 You may use 

petrol containing up to 5% methanol by volume as long as it also 
contains  co  solvents  and  corrosion  inhibitors  to  protect  the  fuel 
system. Petrol containing more than 5% methanol by volume may 
cause starting and/or performance problems. It may also damage 
metal, rubber, and plastic parts of the product or your fuel system. 
If  you  notice  any  undesirable  operating  symptoms,  try  another 
service station or switch to another brand of Petrol.

NOTE: 

Fuel  system  damage  or  performance  problems  resulting 

from  the  use  of  an  oxygenated  fuel  containing  more  than  the 
percentages  of  oxygenates  stated  previously  are  not  covered 
under warranty.

FILLING THE FUEL TANK

Clean the surface around the fuel cap to prevent contamination.

Loosen the fuel cap slowly.

Carefully pour the fuel mixture into the tank. Avoid spillage.

Prior to replacing the fuel cap, clean and inspect the gasket.

Immediately replace the fuel cap and hand tighten it. Wipe up  

 

any fuel spillage.

NOTE

: It is normal for the engine to emit smoke during and after 

the first use.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 litre + 

20 ml   =  

50: 

 

2 litres 

40 ml  

=  

50: 

 

3 litres 

60 ml  

=  

50: 

 

4 litres 

+  

80 ml  

=  

50: 

 

5 litres 

00 ml  

=  

50: 

CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK

The  battery  pack  for  this  tool  has  been  shipped  in  a  low  charge 
condition  to  prevent  possible  problems.  Therefore,  you  should 
charge overnight prior to use.

NOTE:

  Batteries  will  not  reach  full  charge  the  first  time  they  are 

charged. Allow  several  cycles  (operation  followed  by  recharging) 
for them to become fully charged.

Charge battery pack only with the charger assembly provided  

 

(BPH-25 / 2V Ni-Cd).

Make sure power supply is normal household voltage, 230V/  

 

240V~, 50 Hz.

Connect charger to power supply.

Place battery pack in charging stand. Align raised rib on battery  

 

pack with groove in charging stand. (See Figure 8.)

Press down on battery pack to be sure contacts on battery pack  

 

engage properly with contacts in charging stand.

The charge indicator light (LED), located on the charging stand,  

 

will light up red when the charger is properly connected to power  

 

supply. This light indicates the charger is operating properly. It  

 

will remain on until battery pack is removed from charging stand  

 

or charger is disconnected from power supply.

After normal usage, 3 hours or less of charging time is required  

 

to fully recharge battery pack.

Do not leave the battery pack an charge for more than 3 hours,  

 

any longer than 3 hours will cause permanent damage to the  

 

battery which is not covered by warranty. 

               

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If both red and orange LED indicators glow, the battery pack is  

 

deeply or completely discharged, and 6 hours or longer of  

 

charging time is required to fully recharge battery pack.

NOTE:

  If  charger  does  not  charge  battery  pack  or  orange  LED 

continues  to  glow  after  more  than  30  minutes  of  charging,  return 
battery  pack  and  charging  assembly  to  your  nearest  Ryobi 
Authorised Service Centre for electrical check.

The battery pack will become slightly warm to the touch while  

 

charging. This is normal and does not indicate a problem.

Do not place charger in an area of extreme heat or cold. It will  

 

work best at normal room temperature.

When batteries become fully charged, unplug charger from  

 

power supply and remove the battery pack.

OPERATING THE TRIMMER

See Figure 9.

WARNING:

Always position the unit on the operator’s right side. The 
use of the unit on the operator’s left side will expose the 
user to hot surfaces and can result in possible burn injury.

WARNING:

To avoid burns from hot surfaces, never operate unit with 
the bottom of the engine above waist level.

Hold the trimmer with your right hand on the rear handle and your 
left  hand  on  the  front  handle.  Keep  a  firm  grip  with  both  hands 
while  in  operation.  Trimmer  should  be  held  at  a  comfortable 
position with the rear handle about hip height.
Always operate trimmer at full throttle. Cut tall grass from the top 
down. This will prevent grass from wrapping 
around  the  shaft  housing  and  cutting  head  which  could  cause 
damage from overheating. If grass becomes 
wrapped around the cutting head, STOP THE ENGINE, disconnect 
the spark plug lead, and remove the grass. 
Prolonged  cutting  at  partial  throttle  will  result  in  lubricant  dripping 
from the muffler.

WARNING:

Always hold the line trimmer away from the body keeping 
clearance between the body and the product. Any contact 
with the housing or line trimmer cutting head can result in 
burns and/or other serious personal injury.

TO ADVANCE THE CUTTING LINE - REEL EASY

Line  advance  is  controlled  by  tapping  the  cutting  head  on  grass 
while running engine at full throttle.

Run engine at full throttle.

Tap the knob on ground to advance line. The line advances  

 

each time the knob is tapped. Do not hold the knob on the ground.

NOTE: 

The  line  trimming  cut-off  blade  on  the  grass  deflector  will 

cut the line to the correct length.

NOTE: 

If the line is worn too short you may not be able to advance 

the  line  by  tapping  it  on  the  ground.  If  so,  stop  the  engine,  and 
manually advance the line.

TO ADVANCE THE CUTTING LINE MANUALLY:

Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug lead.

Push the knob in while pulling on line to manually advance the  

 

line.

CUTTING TIPS

See Figures 9 - .

Avoid hot surfaces by always keeping the tool away from your  

 

body. (Proper operating position shown in figure 9.)

Keep the trimmer tilted toward the area being cut; this is the  

 

best cutting area. 

The trimmer cuts when passing the unit from left to right. This 

 

will avoid throwing debris at the operator. Avoid cutting in the  

 

dangerous area shown in illustration.

Use the tip of line to do the cutting; do not force cutting head into  

 

uncut grass.

Wire and picket fences cause extra line wear, even breakage.  

 

Stone and brick walls, curbs, and wood may wear line rapidly.

Avoid trees and shrubs. Tree bark, wood mouldings, siding,  

 

and fence posts can easily be damaged by the line.

LINE TRIMMING CUT-OFF BLADE

See Figure 2.
The trimmer is equipped with a line trimming cut-off blade on the 
grass deflector. For best cutting, advance line until it is trimmed to 
length  by  the  cut-off  blade. Advance  the  line  whenever  you  hear 
the engine running faster than normal, or when trimming efficiency 
diminishes. This will maintain best performance and keep the line 
long. 

STARTING AND STOPPING

See Figures 3 - 5.
When starting the line trimmer for the first time or when the battery 
voltage  is  low,  it  may  be  necessary  to  manually  start  the  line 
trimmer. 

FOR MANUAL START:
To start a cold engine:
DO  NOT

  squeeze  the  throttle  trigger  until  the  engine  starts  and 

runs.

Lay the trimmer on a flat, level surface. 

PRIME  - 

Press  the  primer  bulb  at  least  7  times,  so  fuel  is 

clearly visible.

SET 

the start lever to the 

START

 position.

Ensure the ‘Ignition switch’ (item 6) is in the centre position.

PULL

 the recoil starter until the engine starts.

Wait 6-0 seconds, then gently squeeze the trigger to run.

NOTE: 

Squeezing  and  releasing  the  throttle  trigger  releases  the 

start lever to the RUN position.

To start a warm engine:

Make sure the ‘ignition switch’ is in the centre position.

PULL

 the recoil starter until the engine starts.

To stop the engine:

Press the ‘ignition switch’ (item 6) to the stop “ O ” position and 

the engine will stop.

FOR ELECTRIC START:
MAKE  SURE THE  BATTERY  HAS  BEEN  FULLY  CHARGED  - 
SEE CHARGING BATTERY

To start a cold engine:

DO NOT 

squeeze the throttle trigger until the engine starts and  

 

runs.

Install the battery onto the unit as shown in figure 8.

Lay the trimmer on a flat, level surface. 

PRIME - 

Press the primer bulb at least 7 times, so fuel is clearly  

 

visible.

SET 

the start lever (item 2) to the 

START

 position on the side 

of the carburettor.

PRESS

 the ‘safety switch’ (item 9) and the ‘ignition switch’ to 

position 3 (item 6) at the same time.

 


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N.B. The  safety  switch  is  a  rocker  type  switch  and  will 

automatically reset it’s self once released.

N.B. The ignition switch is a 3 position switch. position 1 

is ‘off’ position 2 is run, and position 3 is a rocker type switch 
which  will  automatically  reset  it’s  self  to  position  2  once 
released.

RELEASE

 the 2 switches after engine starts - they will revert 

back to their resting place.

Wait 6-0 seconds, then squeeze the throttle trigger to run.   

NOTE: 

Squeezing  and  releasing  the  throttle  trigger  releases  the 

start lever to the 

RUN

 position.

To start a warm engine:

Lay the trimmer on a flat, bare surface. 

PRESS 

the  ‘safety  switch’  (item  9)  and  the  ‘ignition  switch’ 

(Item 6) at the same time.

RELEASE 

the 2 switches after engine starts - they will revert 

back to their resting place.

MAINTENANCE

WARNING:

When  servicing,  use  only  identical  replacement  parts. 
Use  of  any  other  parts  may  create  a  hazard  or  cause 
product damage.

WARNING:

Always  wear  safety  goggles  or  safety  glasses  with  side 
shields  during  tool  operation.  If  operation  is  dusty,  also 
wear a dust mask.

WARNING:

Before  inspecting,  cleaning,  or  servicing  the  machine, 
shut  off  engine,  wait  for  all  moving  parts  to  stop,  and 
disconnect spark plug lead and move it away from spark 
plug.  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, lubricant, grease. 

WARNING:

Do  not  at  any  time  let  brake  fluids,  petrol,  petroleum-
based  products,  penetrating  lubricants,  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 trimmer serviced by an authorised service 
dealer.

INSTALLING PRO CUT II

TM

 LINE HEAD

See Figure 6.

Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire.

Remove currently installed line head.

Install the line head on the drive shaft until fully seated. 

Install the spool retainer and turn counter clockwise.

Install cutting line as described in the next section of this manual.

INSTALLING CUTTING LINE IN PRO CUT II

TM

 LINE HEAD

 

See Figure 7.
Use  monofilament  line  diameter  2.4mm  or  2.7mm.  Use  original 
manufacturer’s replacement line for best performance.

Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug lead.

Gather two of the pre-cut lengths of trimmer line provided or  

 

cut two pieces of trimmer line, in 28cm lengths. 

Insert the line into the slots located on the sides of the line head.  

 

Line should be pushed in until approximately 2.5cm protrudes  

 

from the holes on the top of the line head.

Remove old line by pulling it from the holes located on the top  

 

of the line head.

CLEANING THE  EXHAUST  PORT,  MUFFLER  AND  SPARK 
ARRESTOR
NOTE: 

Depending on the type of fuel used, the type and amount 

of  lubricant  used,  and/or  your  operating  conditions,  the  exhaust 
port,  muffler,  and/or  spark  arrestor  screen  may  become  blocked 
with  carbon  deposits.  If  you  notice  a  power  loss  with  your  petrol 
powered  tool,  you  may  need  to  remove  these  deposits  to  restore 
performance.  We  highly  recommend  that  only  qualified  service 
technicians perform this service.

The  spark  arrestor  must  be  cleaned  or  replaced  every  50  hours 
or  yearly  to  ensure  proper  performance  of  your  product.  Spark 
arrestors  may  be  in  different  locations  depending  on  the  model 
purchased.  Please  contact  your  nearest  service  dealer  for  the 
location of the spark arrestor for your model.

IDLE SPEED ADJUSTMENT

See Figure 8.
If the cutting attachment turns at idle, the idle speed screw needs 
adjusting  on  the  engine.  Turn  the  idle  speed  screw  counter 
clockwise to reduce the idle RPM and stop the cutting attachment 
movement.  If  the  cutting  attachment  still  moves  at  idle  speed, 
contact  a  service  dealer  for  adjustment  and  discontinue  use  until 
the repair is made.

WARNING: 

The  cutting  attachment  should  never  turn  at  idle.  Turn 
the  idle  speed  screw  counter  clockwise  to  reduce  the 
idle  RPM  and  stop  the  cutting  attachment,  or  contact  a 
service  dealer  for  adjustment  and  discontinue  use  until 
the  repair  is  made.  Serious  personal  injury  may  result 
from the cutting attachment turning at idle.

CLEANING AIR FILTER SCREEN

See Figures 9 - 20.
For proper performance and long life, keep air filter screen clean.

Remove the air filter cover by pushing down on the latch with  

 

your thumb while gently pulling on the cover.

Brush the air filter screen lightly to clean. 

Replace the air filter cover by inserting the tabs on the bottom  

 

of the cover into the slots on the air filter base; push the cover  

 

up until it latches securely in place.

FUEL CAP

WARNING:

A leaking fuel cap is a fire hazard and must be replaced 
immediately.

The  fuel  cap  contains  a  non-serviceable  filter  and  a  check  valve. 
A  clogged  fuel  filter  will  cause  poor  engine  performance.  If 
performance improves when the fuel cap is loosened, check valve 
may be faulty or filter clogged.  Replace fuel cap if required.

 


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SPARK PLUG REPLACEMENT

This engine uses a Champion RCJ-6Y or NGK BPMR7A spark plug with .025 in.(6.35mm) electrode gap. Use an exact replacement and 
replace annually.

STORING THE PRODUCT

Clean all foreign material from the product. Store idle unit indoors in a dry, well-ventilated area that is inaccessible to children.  

 

 

Keep away from corrosive agents such as garden chemicals. 

When storing 1 month or longer:

Drain all fuel from tank into a container approved for petrol. Run engine until it stops.

TROUBLESHOOTING

  PROBLEM 

POSSIBLE CAUSE 

SOLUTION

 
Engine will not start 

. No spark. 

. Clean or replace spark plug. Reset spark plug gap. Refer to Spark  

   

   

  Plug Replacement earlier in this manual.

   

2. No fuel. 

2. Push primer bulb until bulb is full of fuel. If bulb does not fill, primary  

   

   

  fuel delivery system is blocked. Contact a service dealer. If primer  

   

   

  bulb fills, engine may be flooded, proceed to next item.

   

3. Engine is flooded. 

3. Set the start lever to the START position. Squeeze the trigger and  

   

   

  pull the rope repeatedly until the engine starts and runs.

   

   

NOTE: 

Depending on the severity of the flooding, this may require    

   

   

numerous pulls of the rope.

Engine does not reach full  

. Incorrect lubricant/fuel mixture.  . Use fresh fuel and the correct 2- stroke lubricant mix. (50:).

speed and emits excessive  

2. Air filter screen is dirty. 

2. Clean air filter screen. 

smoke 

   

Refer to Cleaning Air Filter Screen earlier in this manual. 

 

   

3. Spark arrestor screen is dirty. 

3. Contact a servicing dealer.

   

4. Spark plug fouled. 

4. Clean or replace spark plug. Reset spark plug gap. Refer to Spark  

   

   

Plug Replacement earlier in this manual.

Engine starts, runs, and  

Idle speed screw on carburettor  

Turn  idle  speed  screw  clockwise  to  increase  idle  speed.  accelerates 

but will not idle 

needs adjustment. 

See Figure 2.

Line will not advance 

. Line is welded to itself. 

. Lubricate line with silicone spray.

   

2. Not enough line on spool. 

2. Install more line. Refer to the applicable line replacement  

 

   

   

section in this manual.

   

3. Line is worn too short. 

3. Pull line while alternately pressing down on and releasing spool    

   

  retainer.

   

4. Line is tangled on spool. 

4. Remove line from spool and rewind.

   

   

Refer to the applicable line replacement section in this manual.

   

5. Engine speed is too slow. 

5. Advance string at full throttle.

Spool retainer hard to turn 

Screw threads are dirty or  

Clean threads and lubricate with grease - if no improvement, replace  

   

damaged. 

the spool retainer.

Grass wraps around  

. Cutting tall grass at ground  

. Cut tall grass from the top down to prevent wrapping. 

driveshaft housing and  

  level.

cutting head 

2. Operating trimmer at part  

2. Operate trimmer at full throttle.

   

  throttle.

IF THESE SOLUTIONS DO NOT SOLVE THE PROBLEM CONTACT YOUR AUTHORISED SERVICE DEALER.

MAINTENANCE

CALL US FIRST

For any questions about operating or maintaining your product, call the Ryobi® Help Line!
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LIMITED WARRANTY

TTI  warrants  this  outdoor  product  to  be  free  of  defects  in  material  or  workmanship  for  24  months  from  the  date  of 
purchase  by  the  original  purchaser,  subject  to  the  limitations  below.    Please  keep  your  invoice  as  proof  of  date  of 
purchase.

This warranty is only applicable where the product is used for personal and non-commercial purposes.

 This 

warranty does not cover damage or liability caused by / due to misuse, abuse, accidental or intentional acts by user, 
improper  handling,  unreasonable  use,  negligence,  failure  by  end  user  to  follow  operating  procedures  outlined  in  the 
user’s manual, attempted repair by non-qualified professional, unauthorized repair, modification, or use of accessories 
and/or attachments not specifically recommended by authorized party.  

This warranty does not cover belts, brushes, bags, bulbs or any part which ordinary wear and tear results in required 
replacement  during  warranty  period.  Unless  specifically  provided  under  applicable  law,  this  warranty  does  not  cover 
transportation cost or consumable items such as fuses.

This limited warranty is void if the product’s original identification (trade mark, serial number, etc.) markings have been 
defaced, altered or removed or if product is not purchased from an authorized reseller or if product is sold AS IS and / 
or WITH ALL FAULTS.

Subject to all applicable local regulations, the provisions of this limited warranty are in lieu of any other written warranty, 
whether  express  or  implied,  written  or  oral,  including  any  warranty  of  MERCHANTABILITY  OR  FITNESS  FOR A 
PARTICULAR PURPOSE. IN NO EVENT SHALL WE BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL 
OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES. OUR MAXIMUM LIABILITY SHALL NOT EXCEED THE ACTUAL PURCHASE PRICE 
PAID BY YOU FOR THE PRODUCT.  

This  warranty  is  valid  only  in  the  European  Union,  Australia  and  New  Zealand.    Outside  these  areas,  please 
contact your authorized Ryobi dealer to determine if another warranty applies.

CE DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

We declare in sole responsibility that the product: - to which this certificate applies, conforms to the basic health and 
safety requirements of the Machinery Directive 98/37/EC and other relevant directives, like EMC Directive 2004/08/
EC, Noise Emission Directive 2000/4/EC amended by 2005/88/EC, Battery Directive 2006/66/EC and Gas Emission 
Directive 97/68/EC amended by 2004/26/EC.
To effect correct application of the health and safety requirements stated in the EEC directives, the following European 
and/or  national  standards  and/or  technical  specifications  were  consulted:  ISO  806:997  /  ISO  22868:2005  /  ISO 
22867:2004 / EN ISO4982:998.
We declare this product complies to the requirements of the Directive. 2000/4/EC, amended by 2005/88/EC.

RLT30CET

Measured Sound Power Level 

07.6 dB (A)  

Guaranteed Sound Power Level 

09 dB (A)  

Date of issuance 

09 / 2008

Technical  documents  are  kept  by  Homelite  Far  East  Co.,  Ltd.  24/F,  388  Castle  Peak  Road, Tsuen  Wan,  N.T.,  Hong 
Kong.
Declared in May 2008 by Homelite Far East Co., Ltd.

 


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Machine:

 ELECTRIC START CURVED LINE TRIMMER

Name of company:   Homelite Far East Co., Ltd.
Address: 

24/F, CDW Building,

 

388 Castle Peak Road,

 

Tsuen Wan, Hong Kong.

Type: RLT30CET

Name/Title:  Andrew Eyre
                    Vice President, Engineering
Signature:

RYOBI TECHNOLOGIES (UK) LIMITED.

Medina House,
Fieldhouse Lane, Marlow,
Buckinghamshire,
SL7 TB,
UNITED KINGDOM
Tel: + 44 (0) 628 894400
Fax: + 44 (0) 628 89440
Technical Helpline : + 44 (0) 800 389 0305

RYOBI TECHNOLOGIES SAS

Immeuble Le Grand Roissy
Z.A. du Gué - 35 rue de Guivry
77990 LE MESNIL AMELOT FRANCE
Phone: + 33(0) 60 94 69 70
Fax: + 33(0) 60 94 69 79

RYOBI BELGIUM

Avenue des Pâquerettes, 55 
Zoning artisanal - bâtiment 5 
B - 40 Waterloo 
BELGIQUE 
Tel : + 32(0) 2357 840 
Fax : + 32(0) 2357 849

 

RYOBI ITALIA 

Via Vincenzo Borelli, 3 
I - 400 Modena 
ITALIA 
Tel : + 39(0) 5923 8408 
Fax : + 39(0) 5924 6960

 

RYOBI IBÉRICA 

Avenidad de la Industria 52 
28820 Coslada - Madrid 
ESPANA 
Tel : + 34(0) 9 627 93 26 
Fax : + 34(0) 9 627 93 29

TECHTRONIC INDUSTRIES (ASIA) CO., LTD. 

24/F, CDW Building, 
388 Castle Peak Road,
Tsuen Wan, Hong Kong.
Tel : + 852 2402 6888

RYOBI TECHNOLOGIES GMBH

Itterpark 4
D-40724 Hilden
DEUTSCHLAND
Tel: + 49 (0) 203 2958-0
Fax: + 49 (0) 203 2958-29

RYOBI TECHNOLOGIES GMBH

Vertriebsbüro Österreich 
Schinitzgasse 3
A-8605 Kapfenberg
Tel.: + 43 (0) 3862 23590-0
Fax: + 43 (0) 3862 23590-25

TECHTRONIC INDUSTRIES AUSTRALIA PTY LIMITED.

Building B, Rosehill Industrial Estate,
3 Shirley Street,
Rosehill NSW 242
AUSTRALIA
Tel: (02) 8892 800 or 300 36 505 
Fax: 800 807 993

TECHTRONIC INDUSTRIES (NZ) LIMITED.

27 Clemow Drive, Mt Wellington
PO Box 2-806, Penrose, Auckland
NEW ZEALAND
Tel: + 64 (0) 9 573 0230  
Free Call: +64 0800 279 624
Fax: + 64 (0) 9 573 023

A&M MIDDLE EAST FZCO 

P.O.Box 6254 
Jedel Ali, Dubai, 
UNITED ARAB EMIRATES 
Tel.: + 974 886399 
Fax: + 974 886400

TECHTRONIC INDUSTRIES NORDIC

Stamholmen 47, 4. DK-2650 Hvidovre
DENMARK
Tel.: (+45) 43 56 55 55
Fax: (+45) 43 56 55 56

09/2008