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Ryobi RY46501B User Manual

Ryobi RY46501B
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OPERATOR’S MANUAL
ELECTRIC CULTIVATOR
RY46501B
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
Your electric cultivator 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.

Questions and Answers:

Ryobi RY46501B Specifications

General IconGeneral
Engine Type4-Cycle
Tilling Depth8 in.
Number of Tines4
Starting SystemRecoil
Forward Rotating TinesYes
Warranty3 years
Tilling Width16 inches

Summary

Introduction

General Safety Rules

Read Operator's Manual

Read manual carefully. Be familiar with controls and proper equipment use.

Specific Safety Rules

Symbols

Electrical

Double Insulation

Eliminates need for grounded cord. Exposed metal parts isolated from motor components.

Extension Cords

Use correctly sized outdoor extension cords for distance to prevent voltage drop and overheating.

Electrical Connection

Connect to 120V, 60Hz, AC supply only. Do not use DC. Check power supply if tool fails to operate.

GFCI Protection

GFCI protection should be provided on the circuit(s) or outlet(s) used for the cultivator.

Features

Product Specifications

Input: 120V, 60Hz, AC; 12 Amps. Sand Tank Capacity: 13 lbs. Weight: 32 lbs.

Know Your Cultivator

Understand tool info, manual, and project before use. Familiarize with operating features and safety rules.

Just Add Sand System

Adding sand improves stability and provides weight for less effort and vibration during operation.

Switch Lock-Out

The switch lock-out prevents accidental starting of the cultivator by disengaging the trigger.

Switch Trigger

The switch trigger starts and stops the rotation of the tines. Release the trigger to stop the cultivator.

Assembly

Unpacking the Cultivator

Carefully remove tool and accessories from box. Ensure all packing list items are included and inspect for damage.

Packing List

List of items: Cultivator, Drag Bar, Pull Pin, Hitch Pins, Felt Washers, Inner Tines, Outer Tines, Wheel Assembly, Operator's Manual.

Positioning the Handlebar

Loosen knobs, unfold handlebar to operating position, and retighten. Avoid pinching the switch cable.

Installing the Wheel Assembly

Install wheel assembly for transport. Secure support rod and drag bar to desired height using knob and pull pin.

Installing the Tines

Install inner/outer tines onto shaft correctly. Ensure angled edge faces ground and secure with hitch pins.

Operation

Applications

Used for breaking up garden soil to prepare seed beds and shallow cultivating to remove weeds.

Starting and Stopping the Cultivator

Plug in cord, route it, depress lock-out, pull trigger to start. Release trigger to stop cultivator.

Preparing the Seed Bed

Break up soil, prepare seedbeds. Plan row spacing for future cultivation. Use proper drag bar height and speed.

General Cultivating

Perform shallow cultivating (under 2 in.) to disrupt weeds and aerate soil. Outer tines removable for narrower width.

Adjustments

Adjusting Wheel Position

Wheel position adjustable via support rod holes for different heights in A and B positions.

Adjusting Drag Bar Position

Drag bar controls speed/depth. Adjust height by shifting in support slot and securing with pull pin.

Maintenance

General Maintenance

Clean unit with cloths. Avoid solvents damaging plastic. Do not let chemicals contact plastic parts.

Storing the Cultivator

Clean unit, lubricate tines, oil moving parts. Store upright in clean, dry place, ensuring cable not pinched.

Preparing for Use After Storage

Unfold and secure handles. Ensure switch trigger cable is not pinched. Follow startup steps on page 11.

Troubleshooting

Warranty

Limited Warranty Statement

Warrants purchaser against defects in material/workmanship for specified periods. Proof of purchase required.

Service and Parts Information

Model and Serial Number Recording

Record model and serial number from tool's housing for reference and service.

How to Order Repair Parts

Provide Model Number and Serial Number when ordering repair parts for correct identification.

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