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| About - Ryobi RY24201 |
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The Ryobi RY24201 is part of the string trimmer test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, string trimmer models like the RY24201 are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.
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| Features & Specs - Ryobi RY24201 | |
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Weight (lbs.) |
7.8 |
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Engine size |
24 V |
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Shaft |
Straight |
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Four-cycle engine |
No |
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Dual line |
No |
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Had Two And Both Quickly Failed
4/3/2013
Pros
Easy to Handle
Lightweight
Cons
Reliability
Best Uses
Light Grass Trimming
Trimming Around Rocks
Comment:
We purchased the Ryobi RY24200 from Home Depot in Maui and used it three times for light grass triming on a very small Maui grass yard before we could not get it to start. We returned it and Home Depot kindly replaced it as there is no Ryobi service on this island. The second one was used just three times, and again, it just seized up and would not start. We so wanted this to work for us but have replaced it with a plug-in electric trimmer.
How long have you owned it:
One-to-three months
Bottom Line
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)
Bad head design
8/15/2012
Pros
Easy to Handle
Powerful
Cons
Line wraps around shaft
Uses Lots of Line
Best Uses
Straight Edging
Trimming Around Rocks
Comment:
This trimmer comes with just one battery. Why? Another one cost almost as much as the whole trimmer. Anyway, you may get by if your yard is small. The real problem I had with this trimmer is the line kept feeding out and the line blade wouldn't cut it off. This caused the line to wrap around the head shaft.For some reason, Ryobi has left enough of a gap to allow this to happen. The first time I used the trimmer this happened once. But I also used most of my line. The next two times the line kept wrapping around the shaft. I took it back for a refund with the line still wrapped around the head shaft.If B&D would make their handle 3 longer, that would be the best trimmer. It comes with an extra battery and has the power but their handle is too short and it makes it hard on your back.
How long have you owned it:
One-to-three months
Bottom Line
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
(5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)
Works well for small yards
7/24/2012
Pros
Easy to Handle
Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
Straight Edging
Trimming Around Rocks
Comment:
Both I (mom) and my 12-year-old son love the way this edges. It rolls on wheels and really does the job. We have only a 6000 s.f. lot with small lawn areas that need edging, plus trimming along fence lines. This is lightweight, easy to handle, and you can breathe easy while using it. I have never had a gas model and never will. Works perfectly for our needs. The battery charges up very fast, though we've never had to recharge during a use.
How long have you owned it:
One-to-three months
Bottom Line
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
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