Ryobi 40-Volt Lithium-Ion Cordless Expand-It String Trimmer 4Ah Battery & Charger - RY40250

[@SolelyRyobi]

Let us know what Expand-It attachments are your favorite!

[@aaronrs2002]

My attachment doesn't work. Out of the box, brand new. the two pole which are supposed to slide together are the same size. So, they DO NOT SLIDE/FIT.

[@thehumanconsensus]

Ok, this is going to sound stupid, but what was the green handle like thing you skipped over? I have the same product, but I have no idea what it's for.

[@sunilshahani4890]

bought it a few days ago and used your video to assemble it today. cut the grass today and it looks a lot better.

[@williambrown5822]

Oh my gosh, you saved me. I’m a recent 68 yr old widow. Bought this and couldn’t figure out the instructions! YOU SAVED ME ! ! THANK YOU !

[@lynnkafalas8291]

Thank you for this video. I needed to put the battery together to correctly charge it. This is the only video that shows you how to put it together. And that it comes with 20% charged.

[@rays8611]

I have had this trimmer for a few months now and will say it IS powerful. I have a circular steel blade (yes its made for trimmers) on mine and it chews through 2-3" trees like butter. This Brushless model is superior to the brush motor model as it does not burn your arm when you're using it and the battery last longer. Even with the battery on it is easier to hold and handle than a gas model and you don't have to fight it to get it started. I've used the string, the steel blade and chainsaw attachment and none of those slow this thing down. Quick charger is another bonus!

[@SolelyRyobi]

Ray S nice! Thanks for the comment!

[@mikelafata1680]

I bought one a year ago and it is still performing great. My old gas powered expandit motor went bad so I replaced it with this. I have many old attachments and they all work fine with this to.

[@SolelyRyobi]

Awesome! That is nice about the expand-it line. Even attachments from other brands. 😁

[@gtaus1]

Current sale price on this Ryobi 40 trimmer, 4Ah battery, and charger kit is $149. The 4Ah battery sells for $179 separately. If you need a second battery, this is a good kit to buy and save some money. I use the brush cutter, cultivator, and power sweeper attachments with these Ryobi 40v powerheads and they all work good. My old gas trimmers died and had to be replaced every 2 years, but my Ryobi battery trimmers last for years and years. I am still using some Ryobi 18v trimmers going on 8+ years. The weak point of the cordless outdoor tools is the run time of the batteries compared to gas tools. I get about 30-40 mins of run time on this 40v 4Ah battery with this trimmer, but there are times when a second battery is needed like when using the cultivator attachment or when I use the batteries in the Ryobi 40v chainsaw.

[@djwebdesigns]

Thank you for the video. I am surprised there is not a single installation instructions that came with my edger

[@ducnguyen-iv9px]

I got one yesterday and it worked great this morning, the power ran for 30 minutes. Mine didn’t come with the cap. You need an extra battery if you have a large back yard.

[@bobbi0513]

For anyone having issues releasing the edger, I learned the hard way that it has to be running! The manual does not tell you this.

[@jayp224]

I got the brushless model that came with the 3 in 1 head and I absolutely love it. Of course, their claim right on the box that it has “gas like power” is laughable. This trimmer is nice, but it’s no way at all as powerful as a gas trimmer.

[@SolelyRyobi]

Nice! They are definitely getting a lot closer than the original electric trimmers. 😂

[@jayp224]

Solely Ryobi what I really liked about the brushless model was it also came with a free set of plastic orange blades, model number AC053N1FB, for bigger weeds and tall grass. I bought an extra pack of the blades and I think I may use those as a permanent alternative to string because I believe I can straighten and sharpen them if they get dull or bent.

[@aaronrs2002]

My RYOBI 40V string trimmer attachment doesn't fit. The two metal pole are the same size. Anyone else have this problem?

[@susanlong7779]

Yes! I thought I must be doing g something wrong! Returning it tomorrow

[@stanleymcman9422]

I think that I may have already mentioned about Ryobi New 18 volt one + 3/8 in 4 position Ratchet @ $79.00 bare tool and also the New Pvc and Pex Pipe Cutter @ $99.00 available at Home Depot. There are a total of 6 attachments right now available for the Expanded line sure there will be more.

[@TJSWOODWORKINGSHOP]

That is awesome my Brother I'm getting one tomorrow Yeaaaaaaa Boyyyyyyy Lol later take care and God Bless.

[@jaxturner7288]

You don’t need to take the trimmer head apart to reload it.

[@SolelyRyobi]

Thanks Jax Turner! We haven’t needed to reload it yet but we’ll do a video when we do.

[@5ThWard_Tx.]

Great video dude. In fact I just bought this model Ryobi string trimmer today..

[@thomasjohnson2331]

I bought mine about 4 months ago and I just had an option to the chance I've been so busy with work to take it out of the box a couple weeks ago put it together charge the battery and that thing works like a champ I don't have a big yard but it serves what I need to do I went back last week I bought a Ryobi the 115 mph wind machine blower and it come with a battery and a charger for 159 dollars without the battery a charger it was and the battery it was a $99 of course my weed eater battery will interchange but I figured I'd go ahead and get the blower with a battery and a charger and case I'm using my weed eater and it's down to one light and then if I want to use a blower then I'm have to wait 2 hours for it to charge to avoid all that so I bought the battery and the charge with the blower and that thing works like a champ it says on the box 115 mph wind the wind machine made my Ryobi and I love both of them I want to take I won't take the money back that I purchase them for I got tired of dragging those drop cords around plugging them in outside outlets or plugging them going through a window and plugging them in inside and pulling the cord around and that's just I just got so tired of that and it's Ryobi my brother has several things my ride he has drills everything I just found out the other day that they make a small portable car vacuum cleaner looks almost like a blower but it's about way way half the size than a blower got a battery you can charge it and it has a couple of attachments and I'm thinking about checking that out for my car good luck are you up people that have these I love mine and the blower check out the blower also and some made by a robot it's called the wind machine it's 115 mph wind it says on it and it's got a turbo thing on it too you can kick it in and make it a little stronger and it it's a really worth the money

[@anthonygross1963]

Where the head tab goes into the slot it broke off after only a few days. Tightening down that bolt so it's flush puts pressure on the slot section. This seems like a poor design. The groove where the metal attaches needs to be made deeper in my opinion. Home Depot gave us a replacement but I don't see how the same thing won't happen again. As I was tightening the new bolt I could hear some strain on that section.

[@lburrsshinyhunts2253]

Did I attach the guard in a wrong position? Mine is awkward and throws grass and dirt directly at me

[@gtaus1]

I recommend using eye protection while trimming because you never know when a rock or stick may come back at you. The guard on this trimmer is OK, but it will not prevent all blow back. With 40v power, protect your eyes.

[@PattiRudolf]

The head to my trimmer seams like it’s for an 18 volt trimmer? Is it just me?

[@shadowdriva1]

I just bought this about a week ago. I use my gas powered echo for the thick brush, but must say I was shocked at the power of this battery powered unit. I ventured into some heavy grass and it performed well. I plan to use it just near the house. If you have average weed eating chores this will get the job done. Be sure to pick up an extra battery. I think this was money well spent. Please let us know a year from now how yours held up?

[@SolelyRyobi]

Thanks for the comment! Absolutely, will do.

[@rprzpnting]

Your comment is better than video

[@lauratorres3577]

Thank you!! I am new to Lawncare and I had no idea how to put this together!! Your video was very helpful. Is like to learn more on the edger attachment and it also came with two plastic razor type attachments? Is that for grass? And why would I use that for grass. After my battery is charged do I just unplug it and put onto trimmer?

[@pkyoung71]

Idk i got the same one from The Home Depot yesterday. It runs like trash. It wants to keep shutting off on its own when it has battery charge

[@righteyeartistry156]

I can't get my spool roll to come apart.

[@kevinpitts3548]

I got tired of the 2 cycle carburetors... i would run the fuel out but always had problems 😪. I was looking into the battery powered weedeaters. I finally ended up with the EGO 56v unit. It was real gas like! But only could get 15 to 20ish minutes with the 2.5amp battery that comes with it. Then I started to looking into others. Finally settled on the 18v Ryobi. Home Depot had a special where they included a 4amp battery, so I go it, a blower (also came with a 4amp), and the 9amp battery (included 30 min green charger). With the 9amp on the weedeater (low and 15"), i was able to get 3 charges from what the EGO would have gave me. I watched a several videos help me figure out which direction I needed to go. The 18v doesn't have the buzzing whine like the 40 v does. And I couldn't use the 9amp battery on any of my future tools! Ryobi won me over!

[@aliyatu]

Thanks a million this is so helpful. Am having issues fixing my handle can you help show that please ?

[@mattjohnson550]

Just bought this unit today and mine was not packaged as nice as yours. Your shaft had cardboard around it and the end cap to hang the head

[@suezzle]

Would the power of this trimmer threaten the coating on a white chain link fence?

[@Psychoweeb222]

I bought this trimmer & it keeps stopping on me no matter what I do. What do I do?

[@marioservantez7532]

YES I BOUGHT A 40 VOLT LAST YEAR WORKED GREAT UNTILL THIS SUMMER THE TRIGGER GETS STUCK ON HIGH HOW CN I FIX IT

[@wulfschlueter2112]

Looks like the new head will not adapt to the older style handle

[@slim1one]

I am a woman who just bought this string trimmer today and haven't used it yet, but everything I've read about it (and now your video comment) indicates it's heavy. I would like to buy a shoulder strap to help with the weight. Do you think this tool would easily accommodate a shoulder strap? I've never used one before.

[@Fluidx808]

I'm a 60 yr old woman and just used this trimmer for the first time today. I can not stand the power button position, my hand ached so badly I couldn't trim for long. I've had two other trimmers like this (different brands), one was a 32V and the other a 40V and yes, the 40V was a bit heavy, but at least my hand didn't ache like with this one. So uncomfortable and painful!! As for the strap, it probably would help as it is a bit heavy. For me most of the pain is from moving the item side to side - my upper back hurts a bit afterwards.

[@shelbakelln6454]

When is Ryobi coming out with a 40v shop vac???

[@halfcab81]

Just got mine out of the box and the head keeps falling off

[@chrismason4224]

Do you get a lot of heat at the motor while using with the brush model? I saw one review that it started to melt.

[@gtaus1]

I have never had a heat problem with my power head. But I usually wear gloves and long sleeves when I am out trimming.

[@tariqb2711]

Hi. Purchased this trimmer. Does the string have the auto feed feature. As in no bump required. Thanks in advance

[@gtaus1]

This trimmer has the bump head, not the auto line feed feature.

[@venkaty1251]

Very helpful this video.

[@Fluidx808]

Can you help an old gal out? I have a large property and have owned two brand name trimmers in the past, one was a 32V and the other was a 40V, and I never had an issue trimming. But this Ryobi model, man does it hurt my hand holding down the power button!!!! I mean my hand was really aching after 5 mins. of use. The motor would stop and I would wonder why, only to discover that my hand just gave out. Any tips or tricks on how I can easily keep the button down? Otherwise this is a waste of equipment for me. No use having 40V when you can only trim for 5-10 mins. I'm really disappointed - hate the position of the power button. Note: it's also much noisier then my other trimmers.

[@jplas3239]

-use hearing protection. You lose 10 decibels hearing every decade after 60. -strength your grip with something like Gaiam Restore Hand Therapy Kit. -consider duct taping a small extension to the trigger on the trimmer to give you better leverage. from a MD

[@Fluidx808]

@@jplas3239 Thanks appreciate the tips. I returned the Ryobi and purchased another brand, 60v, much easier for me to handle, quieter. Wasn't impressed with the Ryobi overall, glad I returned it.

[@riclf]

@@Fluidx808 May I ask what you ultimately went for? Thx!

[@Fluidx808]

@@riclf I ended up with a 60V GreenWorks 16" trimmer🙂.

[@riclf]

@@Fluidx808 I really appreciate your getting back to me. I'll give that a checkout. -Ric, one of the old guys in town

[@californiahighdesertpreach2261]

Just to let everyone know, when you by this trimmer for 179$ American here in 2023 you must then pay 219+ taxes just for a extra battery.

[@WinstonCropdusty]

@4:24 dude what is the small green round piece? I cannot find ANY explanation for this fucking thing. Please tell me.

[@heroatlarge2013FJCruiser]

Are you talking about the winder to reload your line?

[@cokesmocker39]

How do you get the FUCKING LINE OUT????

[@keb990]

My stupid trimmer head won’t go back on wtf

[@edblough4134]

Terrible review, you know nothing about the trimmer and trimming itself. The trimmer is super, more power than most people will ever need. I have one and love it I have close to an acre with fences on two sides and a pond that must be trimmed and front side walk. More than enough battery to do it all. Handles grass from normal height to a foot and a half. Has never failed to cut what I set it after. Great machine!

[@SolelyRyobi]

Ed Blough thanks for the comment. Apologize if you got the impression that we are experts or had experience with this tool. This is not a review video. We show opening the box to emphasize our inexperience with it and to let viewers see our first reaction. Also, not sure why you thought we dislike this tool. So far we have actually really enjoyed it and will do better about expressing our likes and dislikes in the future. Thanks again!

[@edblough4134]

Solely Ryobi well you convinced me you are/were inexperienced with machine! 😁 I enjoy your channel it just seemed like you were doing a dis-justice to this machine. It is a very good machine.

[@SolelyRyobi]

Thanks! We will try to do better next time.

[@jaxturner7288]

It wasn’t a review, more of a first impression and box opening video. As far as power from the unit, if you are using it to power a string trimmer head only, it should be fine. However with some other attachments like the edger and cultivator the additional power and two speed settings on the brushless model justify the price difference.

[@alextrabeck9143]

TAKE THE TAPE OFF!!