Ryobi Trimmer 105r, 132r, 137r User Guide

105r, 132r, & 137r  
Electric Trimmers  
OPERATOR’S MANUAL  
FOR QUESTIONS, CALL 1-800-345-8746 in U.S. or  
1-800-265-6778 in CANADA  
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SAFETY WARNINGS  
THE PURPOSE OF SAFETY SYMBOLS  
IS TO ATTRACT YOUR ATTENTION TO  
POSSIBLE DANGERS. THE SAFETY  
DANGER: Failure to obey a  
safety warning will result in serious  
injury to yourself or to others.  
Always follow the safety precautions  
to reduce the risk of fire, electric  
shock, and personal injury.  
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.  
WARNING: Failure to obey a  
safety warning can result in serious  
injury to yourself or to others.  
Always follow the safety precautions  
to reduce the risk of fire, electric  
shock, and personal injury.  
SYMBOL  
MEANING  
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL:  
Indicates danger, warning or  
CAUTION: Failure to obey  
a safety warning may result in  
property damage or personal injury  
to yourself or to others. Always  
follow the safety precautions to  
reduce the risk of fire, electric  
shock, and personal injury.  
caution. May be used in conjunction  
with other symbols or pictographs.  
NOTE: Advises you of information or  
instructions vital to the operation  
or maintenance of the equipment.  
• IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION •  
To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this unit  
has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than  
the other) and will require the use of a  
WARNING: When using electric  
gardening appliances, basic safety  
precautions should always be  
followed to reduce the risk of fire,  
electric shock, and personal injury.  
Carefully read and understand the  
entire Operator's Manual before  
using your trimmer. Pay close  
attention to the Operating  
polarized extension cord. This unit plug will fit  
into a polarized extension cord only one way.  
If the plug does not fit fully into the extension  
cord, reverse the plug. If the plug still does not  
fit, obtain a correct polarized extension cord.  
A polarized extension cord will require the use  
of a polarized wall outlet. This plug will fit into  
a polarized wall outlet only one way. If the plug  
does not fit fully into the wall outlet, reverse  
the plug. If the plug still does not fit, contact a  
qualified electrician to install the proper wall  
outlet. Do not change the unit plug, extension  
cord receptacle, or extension cord plug in any  
way.  
Instructions and Safety Warnings.  
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS  
ELECTRICAL SAFETY WARNINGS  
This tool is double-insulated. Use only identical  
replacement parts when servicing. Repair or  
replace damaged cords.  
WARNING: To reduce the risk of electrical  
shock, use only extension cords approved for  
outdoor use, such as an extension cord of  
cord type SW-A, SOW-A, STW-A, STOW-A,  
SJW-A, SJOW-A, SJTW-W or SJTOW-A. A 2-  
wire extension cord (an extension cord without  
a ground) may be used because the tool is  
double insulated. However, a 3-wire extension  
cord (an extension cord with a ground) that  
uses a NEMA type connector (parallel blade,  
U ground) may also be used. Extension cords  
are available from your local retailer. Use only  
round-jacketed extension cords approved for  
outdoor use.  
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI)  
protection should be provided on the  
circuit(s) or outlet(s) to be used for this unit.  
Receptacles are available having built-in  
GFCI protection and may be used for this  
measure of safety.  
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SAFETY WARNINGS  
CORD SETS: Make sure your cord set is in  
Thoroughly inspect the trimmer for loose or  
damaged parts before each use. Do not use  
until adjustments or repairs are made.  
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. To  
reduce the possibility of disconnection of the  
unit cord from the cord set during operation,  
see Fig. 9.  
All guards and safety attachments must be  
installed properly before operating the unit.  
Use the unit only in daylight or good artificial  
light.  
Keep all bystanders, especially children and  
pets, at least 30 feet (9.2 m) away from the  
unit during operation.  
Before starting, adjust the handle to your size  
and make sure that the cutting head is not in  
contact with anything.  
MINIMUM WIRE SIZE FOR EXTENSION CORDS  
FOR 120 VOLT APPLIANCES USING 0-6 AMPS  
Be aware of the risk of injury to the head,  
hands and feet.  
Carefully inspect the areas to be cut. Remove  
all debris that could become entangled in the  
string or blade. Also remove any objects that  
could be thrown during cutting.  
Cord length (ft)  
Wire size (AWG)  
25  
16  
50  
16  
100  
16  
150  
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A nameplate on your unit indicates what  
voltage it uses. Never connect the unit to an  
AC voltage that differs from this voltage.  
WHILE OPERATING  
Use the right tool. Do not use this trimmer for  
any job except that for which it is intended.  
Inspect all extension cords and the unit  
power connection periodically. Look closely  
for deterioration, cuts or cracks in the  
insulation. Also inspect the connections for  
damage. Repair or replace the cords if any  
defects appear.  
Avoid accidental starting. Do not carry  
plugged-in unit with your finger on the  
switch. Be sure switch is off when  
plugging in.  
Do not abuse the power cord. Never carry  
the unit by the cord or yank the plug out of  
the receptacle. Keep the cord away from  
heat, oil and sharp edges.  
Avoid dangerous environments. Never  
operate your unit in damp or wet conditions.  
Moisture is a shock hazard.  
Do not use the unit in the rain.  
Always remain alert. To prevent injury to  
yourself and others, do not operate this  
trimmer if you are fatigued.  
Do not handle the plug or the unit with wet  
hands.  
Do not operate the unit while under the  
influence of drugs, alcohol or medication.  
BEFORE OPERATING  
Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar  
with the controls and proper use of the unit.  
Wear safety glasses or goggles at all times  
when operating this trimmer.  
Children and adolescents must not  
manipulate units, except for adolescents in  
training and under the supervision of a  
specialist.  
Use a face mask or dust mask if operation is  
dusty.  
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and  
balance at all times.  
Before each use, check that the cutting head  
is correctly fixed and that the trigger returns  
automatically in neutral position.  
Dress properly. Do not operate this trimmer  
when barefoot or wearing open sandals.  
Always wear sturdy, rubber-soled footwear.  
The use of gloves, ear/hearing protection  
and long pants are recommended.  
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SAFETY WARNINGS  
Do not wear loose fitting clothing or articles  
Always stop the unit when cutting is delayed  
or when walking from one cutting location  
to another.  
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.  
All interventions, whether for maintenance,  
repair or for changing cutting head or safety  
attachments, must be undertaken with the  
unit disconnected from the power supply.  
Keep hands, face, and feet away from all  
moving parts. Do not attempt to touch or  
stop the string when it is rotating.  
Use only genuine replacement parts when  
servicing this trimmer. These parts are  
available from your authorized dealer.  
The use of non-standard parts, or other  
accessories or attachments not designed for  
this trimmer, could result in serious injury to  
the user or damage to the trimmer and void  
your warranty.  
Always hold the trimmer with both hands  
when operating. Keep a firm grip on both  
the front and rear handles or grips.  
Frequently inspect the condition of the  
cutting head. All damaged parts must be  
replaced immediately. Follow all the required  
precautions when undertaking replacement.  
OTHER SAFETY WARNINGS  
Disconnect the unit from the power supply  
when not in use, before servicing, when  
changing accessories such as cutting head,  
and the like.  
If you strike or become entangled with a  
foreign object, stop the engine immediately  
and check for damage. Repair any damage  
before further operation is attempted. Do  
not operate the trimmer with loose or  
damaged parts.  
Maintain trimmer with care. Keep the unit  
clean and serviced for the best and safest  
performance. Follow the maintenance  
instructions. Always use a clean cloth when  
cleaning. Never use strong detergents,  
gasoline, petroleum-based products, or any  
strong solvents to clean the unit.  
Do not operate the unit faster than the speed  
necessary to cut, trim or edge. Do not run  
the unit at high speed when not cutting.  
Do not force the unit. It will do the job better  
and with less likelihood of a risk of injury at  
the rate for which it was designed.  
Keep your unit in good working condition.  
Follow instructions for servicing and  
changing accessories. Inspect unit  
periodically, and if damaged, have it repaired  
by an authorized service facility. Inspect  
extension cords periodically and replace if  
damaged. Keep handles dry, clean, and free  
from oil and grease.  
The string guard must be in place at all  
times while operating the trimmer. Failure  
to use the string guard may cause the unit  
to overheat. DO NOT OPERATE WITHOUT  
THE GUARD IN PLACE.  
Do not extend the trimming line beyond the  
length of the guard specified in this manual.  
Store unit indoors. When not in use,  
appliances should be stored indoors in a dry,  
and high or locked-up place, out of the reach  
of children.  
Do not operate trimmer without both  
trimming lines extended, and the proper  
line installed.  
Keep these instructions. Refer to them  
frequently and use them to instruct other  
users. If you loan someone this unit, also  
loan them these instructions.  
Never use metal-reinforced or monofilament  
line that is not specifically designed for use  
with your model.  
Keep trimmer clean of vegetation and other  
materials.  
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS  
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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.  
READ OPERATOR'S MANUAL  
Failure to follow operating instructions and safety precautions  
in operator's manual can result in serious injury. Read  
operator's manual before starting or operating this unit.  
FOR SERVICE INFORMATION CALL:  
USA: 1-800-345-8746  
CANADA: 1-800-265-6778  
WEAR EYE AND HEARING PROTECTION  
WARNING: Thrown objects and loud noise can cause severe  
eye injury and hearing loss. Wear eye and hearing protection  
when operating this unit.  
THROWN OBJECTS AND ROTATING CUTTER CAN  
CAUSE SEVERE INJURY  
WARNING: Do not operate without guard in place. Keep away  
from rotating cutter.  
KEEP BYSTANDERS AWAY  
WARNING: Keep all bystanders, especially children and pets,  
at least 30 feet (9.2 m) away from the trimming area.  
SHARP BLADE  
Sharp blade on guard! Can cause injury. Do not touch blade.  
SPEED SWITCH OR THROTTLE SWITCH  
Indicates HIGHor FASTESTspeed.  
SPEED SWITCH OR THROTTLE SWITCH  
Indicates LOWor SLOWESTspeed.  
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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).  
WARNING: To avoid serious personal  
injury, never operate the trimmer  
without the string guard in place.  
2. Install the bolt, washer, and wing nut, and  
tighten (Fig. 2).  
1. Place the string guard onto the boom above  
the clamp assembly (Fig. 3).  
Fig. 1  
If the D-Handle on your unit is assembled,  
use the following instructions.  
Fig. 3  
2. Push the string guard down to the top of the  
string head assembly and then rotate the  
string guard to the proper position (Fig. 4).  
ADJUSTING THE D-HANDLE  
1. Loosen the wing nut. It is not necessary to  
remove the wing nut, washer and bolt.  
2. Rotate the D-Handle 180º (top of the boom)  
to the correct operating position.  
3. Position the D-Handle as desired and tighten  
the wing nut (Fig. 2).  
Fig. 4  
3. Install the screws with a Phillips screwdriver  
(Fig. 5).  
Fig. 2  
Fig. 5  
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS  
2. Place the three hex nuts into the recessed  
If the string guard on your unit is not  
installed, use the following instructions.  
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. 7  
3. Install the screws into the holes from the  
bottom of the guard (Fig. 8).  
Fig. 6  
Fig. 8  
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  
This trimmer has been designed and built to  
withstand normal use. It will provide many hours  
of service provided the operating instructions  
are closely followed.  
STARTING THE TRIMMER  
Squeeze the trigger to start the trimmer.  
STOPPING THE TRIMMER  
Release the trigger to stop the trimmer.  
WARNING: Always wear eye, hearing,  
foot and body protection to reduce the  
risk of injury when operating this unit.  
HOLDING THE TRIMMER  
While operating unit, hold the trimmer as shown  
in Fig. 10.  
CONNECTING THE CORD  
1. Use the cord hook when you connect the  
extension cord to the power cord to prevent  
disconnection (Fig. 9). Use only an outdoor-  
approved extension cord as specified in the  
SAFETY WARNINGS section.  
Fig. 10  
Fig. 9  
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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).  
Fig. 11  
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OPERATING THE CLICK-LINK SYSTEM -  
MODELS 132r AND 137r  
Installing the Lower (Attachment) Boom  
1. Remove the hanger from the lower  
(attachment) boom. Hold the release button  
down while pushing the lower (attachment)  
boom into the Click-Link (Fig. 13).  
Models 132r and 137r are equipped with a Click-  
Link System, which enables optional attachments  
to be installed on this unit.  
The optional attachments are:  
2. FOR BASIC TRIMMING OR USING OTHER  
RYOBI ATTACHMENTS - Locate and lock the  
release button into the primary hole in the  
Click-Link (Fig. 13).  
Sweeper/Blower ........................................SB720r  
Vacuum........................................................LV720r  
Edger ..........................................................LE720r  
Cultivator....................................................GC720r  
Straight Shaft Trimmer ............ SS670r or SS725r  
Tree Pruner..................................................TP720r  
Snow Thrower ............................................ST720r  
Hedge Trimmer ..........................................HS720r  
Blower/Vacuum ..........................................BV720r  
Blower ........................................................TB720r  
CAUTION: Make sure the release  
button is locked in the primary hole  
and knob is securely tightened  
before operating this unit.  
Primary Hole  
Click-Link  
Removing the Lower (Attachment) Boom  
NOTE: To make removing the boom easier,  
place the unit on the ground or on a  
table.  
Upper  
Boom  
Release  
Button  
Lower  
Boom  
Fig. 13  
1. Loosen the knob counterclockwise (Fig. 12).  
3. Tighten the knob securely clockwise before  
2. Push the release button in (Fig. 12).  
using the unit (Fig. 14).  
3. Pull the lower boom straight out of the Click-  
Link (Fig. 13).  
CAUTION: All attachments are designed  
to be used in the primary hole unless  
otherwise indicated in the specific  
attachments operators manual. If the  
incorrect hole is used, it could result in  
injury, or damage to the unit.  
Release Button  
Click-Link  
Trimming Head  
Edging Hole (90˚)  
Trimming  
Head  
Edging Hole  
(180˚)  
Guide  
Recess  
Knob  
Fig. 12  
Knob  
If your unit is not assembled, or you have  
more than one attachment, use the following  
instructions:  
Washer  
Fig. 14  
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  
ADJUSTING THE TRIMMING LINE LENGTH  
WARNING: Do not remove or alter  
the lead cutting blade assembly.  
Excessive line length will cause the  
motor to overheat and may result in  
serious personal injury.  
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.  
DECORATIVE TRIMMING  
Decorative trimming is accomplished by  
removing all vegetation around trees, posts,  
fences, etc. Use a 30-degree angle when  
trimming with this method (Fig. 16a - Models  
105r and 132r; Fig. 16b - Model 137r).  
NOTE: Always keep the trimming line fully  
extended. Line release becomes more  
difficult as cutting line becomes shorter.  
Fig. 15a  
Fig. 16a  
Fig. 15b  
Each time the head is bumped, approximately  
1 in (25.4 mm) of trimming line is released. A  
blade in the string guard will cut the line if  
excess line is released.  
Fig. 16b  
EDGING - MODELS 132r AND 137r  
For best results, tap the head on bare ground or  
hard soil. If line release is attempted in tall grass,  
the motor may overheat. Always keep the  
trimming line fully extended. Line release  
becomes more difficult as the cutting line  
becomes shorter.  
For edging with the trimming head attachment  
on Models 132r and 137r, locate and lock the  
release button into the second hole (90 degrees)  
or third hole (180 degrees) in the Click-Link  
system (Fig. 14).  
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MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS  
LINE INSTALLATION FOR THE  
SPEEDSPOOL®  
WARNING: Always use the correct  
line length when installing trimming  
line on the unit. If longer line is used  
than specified in this manual, the line  
may not release properly.  
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  
2. Insert 10 feet (2.5 m) for models with .080  
in (2.03 mm) of trimming line and 15 ft (4.5  
m) for models with .060 in (1.52 mm) line  
into one of the two eyelets and push it up  
through the line loading hole in the inner reel  
(Fig. 18). Do not bend the line when inserting  
it into the eyelet.  
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 (2.03 mm) for  
Models 132r and 137r. The motor may overheat  
and fail if you use a larger line.  
Trimming Line  
TO INSTALL NEW TRIMMING LINE, IT IS NOT  
NECESSARY TO REMOVE THE BUMP KNOB.  
Winding the existing inner reel with new line  
Eyelet  
NOTE: Before installing new trimming line onto  
the existing inner reel, remove any old line  
from the SpeedSpool by pulling the line  
out of the line loading or locking holes  
(See Figs. 18 and 19 for location of holes).  
Line Loading Hole  
Fig. 18  
1. Line up the arrow on the inner reel with the  
arrow on the outer spool (Fig. 17).  
3. Insert the line into the locking hole (Fig. 19)  
no more than 1/2 inch (12.7 mm). Do not  
push the line too far into the inner reel. A  
small loop is formed when the line is inserted  
correctly (Fig. 19).  
TOP VIEW OF THE SPEEDSPOOL  
Arrow  
Outer  
Spool  
Inner  
Reel  
Bump  
Knob  
Locking Hole  
Fig. 19  
Fig. 17  
NOTE: Do not wind the inner reel before the  
second line is installed into the reel.  
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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. Repeat the procedure with the second eyelet  
and use the same amount of line as specified  
in Step 2.  
6. Wind the inner reel counterclockwise until  
approximately four (4) inches of line remains  
outside of the eyelets in the outer spool  
(Fig. 21).  
Fig. 23  
CLEANING THE SPEEDSPOOL  
If the SpeedSpool becomes difficult to wind or  
does not operate correctly when bumping the  
head on the ground, use the following  
instructions.  
1. If you need to remove the Bump Knob to  
clean the spool or remove jammed, excess  
line, hold the outer spool, and unscrew the  
Bump Knob counterclockwise (Fig. 24).  
TO INSTALL NEW TRIMMING LINE, IT IS NOT  
NECESSARY TO REMOVE THE BUMP KNOB.  
Fig. 21  
7. If winding the line becomes difficult or the line  
jams, pull the ends of the line away from the  
spool and continue winding the inner reel  
counterclockwise (Fig. 22).  
Fig. 24  
Fig. 22  
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MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS  
2. Remove the Bump Knob, foam seal, spring,  
inner reel, and trimming line from the outer  
spool (Fig. 25).  
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.  
Bump Knob  
Foam Seal  
Spring Assembly  
Shaft  
Inner Reel  
Fig. 27  
Fig. 25  
5. Install the inner reel, spring, foam seal, and  
Bump Knob into the outer spool (Fig. 25).  
3. Remove any debris or grass from the knob,  
spring, inner reel, and foam seal. Remove  
any existing line from the inner reel before  
cleaning. Wash the inner reel with warm  
soapy water (Fig. 26).  
6. Tighten the Bump Knob clockwise.  
7. Install new line as described on pages  
11 and 12.  
INSTALLING A PREWOUND REEL  
1. Insert the ends of the two trimming lines into  
the eyelets in the outer spool (Fig. 28), then  
grasp the ends and pull firmly to release the  
line from the holding slots in the outer spool.  
Inner Reel  
2. Hold the inner reel in place and install the  
Bump Knob, spring and foam seal in the  
counterclockwise direction. Line installation  
is now complete.  
Fig. 26  
NOTE: The inner reel must be completely dry  
before reinstalling it into the outer spool.  
Do not lubricate the inner reel or outer  
spool assembly.  
Fig. 28  
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MAINTENANCE AND  
SPECIFICATIONS  
REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS  
MOTOR  
Motor type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Electric  
Operating RPM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7,000-7,800 rpm  
Ignition Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Trigger  
Amperage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.7 amps - Model 105r  
5.2 amps - Model 132r  
CLEANING THE TRIMMER  
WARNING: To avoid serious personal  
injury, always unplug your unit before  
you clean or perform any maintenance  
on it.  
5.5 amps - Model 137r  
DRIVE SHAFT AND CUTTING HEAD  
1. Use a small brush or the air discharge of a  
vacuum cleaner brush to clean the fan  
blades.  
Drive Shaft . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1/4 in (6.5 mm)  
Shoulder Strap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Optional  
Cutting Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bump Line Releaser  
Cutting Path Diameter . . . . . . . . . . 15 in (381 mm)  
Drive Shaft Housing . . . . . Steel Tube - Model 105r  
Steel Tube, Click-Link,  
Models 132r and 137r  
Trimming Line Diameter . . . . . . 0.060 in (1.52 mm),  
Model 105r  
2. Keep the air vents free of obstructions.  
3. Do not use any strong detergents on the  
plastic housing or handle. They can be  
damaged by certain household cleaners that  
contain aromatic oils such as pine and  
lemon, and by solvents such as kerosene.  
Moisture can also cause a shock hazard.  
Wipe off any moisture with a soft cloth.  
0.080 in (2.03 mm),  
Models 132r and 137r  
TROUBLESHOOTING  
PROBLEM  
CAUSE  
REMEDY  
Motor stops, unit unplugged  
Check cord to see if it is plugged  
into an electrical outlet  
Motor Will Not Start  
C
Cutting head bound with grass  
or debris  
Stop motor and clean cutting  
head  
utting Head Will Not Turn  
When Trigger is Squeezed  
C
Cutting head out of line  
Refill with genuine replacement  
cutting line  
utting Head Will Not  
Advance Line  
Inner reel bound up  
Cutting head dirty  
Replace inner reel  
Clean cutting head reel/spool  
Replace reel and spool  
Indexing teeth worn or burred  
Line welded  
Disassemble, remove the welded  
section, and rewind the line  
Disassemble cutting head and  
rewind the inner reel  
Line twisted when refilled  
Not enough line exposed  
Push the Bump Knob and pull  
out the line until a minimum of  
4 in (102 mm) is outside of  
cutting head  
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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.  
ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED IN  
DURATION TO THE TWO (2) YEAR WARRANTY  
PERIOD OR NINETY (90) DAYS FOR PRODUCTS  
USED FOR ANY COMMERCIAL PURPOSE.  
ACCORDINGLY, ANY SUCH IMPLIED  
This warranty extends to the original retail  
purchaser only and commences on the date of  
original retail purchase.  
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FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR  
OTHERWISE, ARE DISCLAIMED IN THEIR  
ENTIRETY AFTER THE EXPIRATION OF THE  
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UNDER THIS WARRANTY, IS STRICTLY AND  
EXCLUSIVELY LIMITED TO THE REPAIR OR  
REPLACEMENT OF DEFECTIVE PARTS, AND  
ROP DOES NOT ASSUME OR AUTHORIZE  
ANYONE TO ASSUME FOR THEM ANY OTHER  
OBLIGATION. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW  
LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED  
WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION  
MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.  
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.  
The RYOBI Product including any defective part  
must be returned to an authorized service dealer  
within the warranty period. The expense of  
delivering the RYOBI Product to the dealer for  
warranty work and the expense of returning it  
back to the owner after repair or replacement will  
be paid for by the owner. RYOBIs responsibility in  
respect to claims is limited to making the required  
repairs or replacements and no claim of breach of  
warranty shall be cause for cancellation or  
rescission of the contract of sale of any RYOBI  
Product. Proof of purchase will be required by  
the dealer to substantiate any warranty claim. All  
warranty work must be performed by an  
RYOBI ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR  
INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR OTHER  
DAMAGES INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED  
TO EXPENSE OF RETURNING THE RYOBI  
PRODUCT TO AN AUTHORIZED SERVICE  
DEALER AND EXPENSE OF DELIVERING IT BACK  
TO THE OWNER, MECHANICS TRAVEL TIME,  
TELEPHONE OR TELEGRAM CHARGES, RENTAL  
OF A LIKE PRODUCT DURING THE TIME  
WARRANTY SERVICE IS BEING PERFORMED,  
TRAVEL, LOSS OR DAMAGE TO PERSONAL  
PROPERTY, LOSS OF REVENUE, LOSS OF USE  
OF THE PRODUCT, LOSS OF TIME, OR  
authorized RYOBI service dealer.  
This warranty is limited to ninety (90) days from the  
date of original retail purchase for any RYOBI  
Product that is used for rental or commercial  
purposes, or any other income-producing purpose.  
INCONVENIENCE. SOME STATES DO NOT  
ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF  
INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES,  
SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION  
MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.  
This warranty does not cover any RYOBI Product  
that has been subject to misuse, neglect,  
negligence, or accident, or that has been  
operated in any way contrary to the operating  
instructions as specified in the RYOBI Operators  
Manual. This warranty does not apply to any  
damage to the RYOBI Product that is the result of  
improper maintenance or to any RYOBI Product  
that has been altered or modified so as to  
adversely affect the product's operation,  
performance or durability or that has been  
altered or modified so as to change its intended  
use. The warranty does not extend to repairs  
made necessary by normal wear or by the use of  
parts or accessories which are either incompatible  
with the RYOBI Product or adversely affect its  
operation, performance or durability.  
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and  
you may also have other rights which vary from  
state to state.  
This warranty applies to all RYOBI Products  
manufactured by RYOBI and sold in the United  
States and Canada.  
To locate your nearest service dealer dial  
1-800-345-8746 in the United States or  
1-800-265-6778 in Canada.  
RYOBI reserves the right to change or improve  
the design of any RYOBI Product without  
assuming any obligation to modify any product  
previously manufactured.  
RYOBI OUTDOOR PRODUCTS  
550 N. 54th Street  
Chandler, AZ 85226 U.S.A.  
RYOBI CANADA INC.  
275 Industrial Rd  
Cambridge, Ontario N1R 6K2 CANADA  
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FOR QUESTIONS CALL 1-800-345-8746 IN U.S.  
OR 1-800-265-6778 IN CANADA  
OPERATORS MANUAL PART NO. 181674  
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