TP720r Tree Pruner Add-On OPERATOR’S MANUAL FOR QUESTIONS, CALL 1-800-345-8746 in U.S. or 1-800-265-6778 in CANADA www.ryobi.
INTRODUCTION TABLE OF CONTENTS THANK YOU Thank you for buying this quality product. This modern outdoor power tool will provide many hours of useful service. You will find it to be a great labor-saving device. This operator’s manual provides you with easy-to-understand operating instructions. Read the whole manual and follow all the instructions to keep your new outdoor power tool in top operating condition.
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols, and their explanations, 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. Attention is required in order to avoid serious personal injury.
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION WHILE OPERATING • Wear safety glasses or goggles that are marked as meeting ANSI Z87.1 standards, and ear/hearing protection when operating this unit. Wear a face or dust mask if the operation is dusty. Long sleeve shirts are recommended. • Wear heavy, long pants, boots and gloves. Do not wear loose clothing, jewelry, short pants, sandals or go barefoot. Secure hair above shoulder level. • To reduce the risk of electrical shock, keep the pruner from power lines or electrical wires.
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION SYMBOL MEANING • WEAR EYE AND HEARING PROTECTION WARNING: Thrown objects and loud noise can cause severe eye injury and hearing loss. Wear eye protection meeting ANSI Z87.1 standards and ear protection when operating this unit. • KEEP BYSTANDERS AWAY WARNING: Keep all bystanders, especially children and pets, at least 50 feet (15 m) from the operating area. • THROWN OBJECTS AND RECIPROCATING BLADE CAN CAUSE SEVERE INJURY WARNING: Inspect the unit before use.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS INSTALLING THE BLADE 1. Slide the blade cover past the end of the blade to expose the hole for the pin. 2. Insert the blade through the end of the pruner housing and install the blade over the pin (Fig. 1). The blade teeth should face the foot side. 3. Install the blade clamp over the blade and pin. Install the screw with lock washer and tighten securely with the allen wrench (Fig. 2). 4. Before operating unit, remove blade cover completely (Fig. 3). Store away for later use.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS OPERATING THE CLICK-LINK® SYSTEM The Click-Link® system enables the use of these optional add-ons. Blower/Vacuum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . BV720r Cultivator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GC720r Hedge Trimmer (Gas units only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . HS720r Snow Thrower (Gas units only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ST720r Straight Shaft Trimmer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SS725r Sweeper/Blower . . . . . . . . . . . . .
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS OPERATING THE PRUNER WARNING: Always wear eye, hearing, foot and body protection to reduce the risk of injury when operating this unit. Before operating the unit, stand in the operating position (Figs. 10 & 11). Check for the following: • The operator is wearing a face shield, head protection and proper clothing. 1. When operating the pruner, rest the foot of the pruner against the tree limb that is being cut (Fig. 12). 2.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS PRUNING TIPS Why Prune? Trees need to be trained. If they are not, they may grow into a tangled and potentially dangerous area of the yard. Pruning is useful for sizing, shaping, removing broken branches and maintaining the health of the tree. When to Prune? Pruning can be done at any time during the year. But, the best time is during the dormant (winter) season. What to Look for? Finding problem areas in a tree can be difficult. Look for and remove: • Dead or dying branches.
SPECIFICATIONS PRUNER ADD-ON Unit Weight (Without Boom Extension) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 lbs. (1.36 kg.) Unit Weight (Boom Extension) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.5 lbs. (0.68 kg.) Unit Length (Without Boom Extension and Blade) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 inches (0.84 m) Length of Boom Extension . . . . . .
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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.