05r, 132r, & 137r Electric Trimmers OPERATOR’S MANUAL FOR QUESTIONS, CALL 1-800-345-8746 in U.S. or 1-800-265-6778 in CANADA www.ryobi.
INTRODUCTION THANK YOU Thank you for purchasing this quality product. This modern outdoor power tool is designed to provide many hours of useful service. You will find it to be a great labor-saving device. This operator’s manual provides you with easyto-understand operating instructions. Read the entire manual and follow all of the instructions to keep your new outdoor power tool in top operating condition.
SAFETY WARNINGS THE PURPOSE OF SAFETY SYMBOLS IS TO ATTRACT YOUR ATTENTION TO POSSIBLE DANGERS. THE SAFETY SYMBOLS, AND THE EXPLANATIONS WITH THEM, DESERVE YOUR CAREFUL ATTENTION AND UNDERSTANDING. THE SAFETY WARNINGS DO NOT BY THEMSELVES ELIMINATE ANY DANGER. THE INSTRUCTIONS OR WARNINGS THEY GIVE ARE NOT SUBSTITUTES FOR PROPER ACCIDENT PREVENTION MEASURES. SYMBOL MEANING SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL: Indicates danger, warning or caution. May be used in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs.
SAFETY WARNINGS • CORD SETS: Make sure your cord set is in good condition. When using a cord set, be sure to use a cord that is heavy enough to carry the current that your unit will draw. An undersized cord set will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. The table shows the correct size to use depending on the cord length and nameplate amperage rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier size line gauge. The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord.
SAFETY WARNINGS • Do not wear loose fitting clothing or articles such as scarves, strings, chains, ties, etc., because they could get caught in moving parts. Also make sure long hair does not get caught in moving parts. Long hair must be pulled back and secured off shoulders and neck. • Keep hands, face, and feet away from all moving parts. Do not attempt to touch or stop the string when it is rotating. • Always hold the trimmer with both hands when operating.
SAFETY WARNINGS SAFETY AND INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS This operator's manual describes safety and international symbols and pictographs that may appear on this product. Read the operator's manual for complete safety, assembly, operating and maintenance and repair information. SYMBOL MEANING • SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL Indicates danger, warning, or caution. May be used in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS If the D-Handle on your unit is not assembled, use the following instructions. If the string guard on your unit is not installed, use the following instructions. INSTALLING THE D-HANDLE INSTALLING THE STRING GUARD MODELS 105r AND 132r 1. Push the D-Handle down over the boom (Fig. 1). 2. Install the bolt, washer, and wing nut, and tighten (Fig. 2). WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury, never operate the trimmer without the string guard in place. 1.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS If the string guard on your unit is not installed, use the following instructions. 2. Place the three hex nuts into the recessed holes on top of the guard (Fig. 7). INSTALLING THE STRING GUARD MODEL 137r WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury, never operate the trimmer without the string guard in place. 1. Slide the string guard onto the guard mount above the string head assembly. Align the screw holes in the string guard with the screw holes in the string assembly (Fig. 6). Fig.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS OPERATING THE TWO-SPEED SWITCH MODELS 132r AND 137r ONLY This unit is equipped with a two-speed switch a powerful high speed for demanding yard work, and a precision low speed for light-duty yard work. Push the switch up for high speed trimming. Push the switch down for low speed trimming (Fig. 11). OPERATING THE CLICK-LINK® SYSTEM MODELS 132r AND 137r Models 132r and 137r are equipped with a ClickLink System, which enables optional attachments to be installed on this unit.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ADJUSTING THE TRIMMING LINE LENGTH Your trimmer is equipped with a bump head, which allows the operator to release more trimming line without stopping the motor. As the line becomes frayed or worn, additional line can be released by lightly tapping the trimming head on the ground (Fig. 15a - Models 105r and 132r; Fig. 15b - Model 137r) while operating the trimmer at high speed. NOTE: Always keep the trimming line fully extended.
MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS LINE INSTALLATION FOR THE SPEEDSPOOL® The trimming line in the speed spool may be replaced by two different methods. • Winding the existing inner reel with new line • Installing a prewound inner reel THE CORRECT LINE TO USE WARNING: Always use genuine Monoflail® replacement line. Do not use metal-reinforced line. It is very important to use the correct size line. Line with a diameter of 0.60 in (1.52 mm) must be used on Model 105r; 0.080 in (2.
MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS 4. Pull the line away from the spool until the line is tight against the inner reel (Fig. 20). RELEASING THE INNER REEL If the speed spool does not operate correctly when bumping the head on the ground, use the following instructions. 1. Pull the ends of the line firmly away from the spool to release the inner reel (Fig. 23). If this procedure does not release the inner reel, follow the “Cleaning the SpeedSpool” instructions below. Fig. 20 5.
MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS 2. Remove the Bump Knob, foam seal, spring, inner reel, and trimming line from the outer spool (Fig. 25). Bump Knob 4. Clean the shaft and the inner surface of the outer spool. To clean the shaft underneath the plunger, press down on the plunger (Fig. 27). Remove any dirt and/or debris from the shaft. Foam Seal Spring Assembly Shaft Inner Reel Fig. 27 Fig. 25 3. Remove any debris or grass from the knob, spring, inner reel, and foam seal.
MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS CLEANING THE TRIMMER WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury, always unplug your unit before you clean or perform any maintenance on it. 1. Use a small brush or the air discharge of a vacuum cleaner brush to clean the fan blades. 2. Keep the air vents free of obstructions. 3. Do not use any strong detergents on the plastic housing or handle.
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LIMITED TWO-YEAR WARRANTY RYOBI OUTDOOR PRODUCTS warrants each new RYOBI Product for two (2) years according to the following terms. This warranty extends to the original retail purchaser only and commences on the date of original retail purchase. Any part of the RYOBI Product manufactured or supplied by RYOBI and found in the reasonable judgement of RYOBI to be defective in material or workmanship will be repaired or replaced by an authorized RYOBI service dealer without charge for parts and labor.
