What happens if I don't change the spool?

The trimmer stops cutting when the line runs out, and line of the wrong diameter jams the head or strains the motor.

Does Ryobi make a compatible spool?

Ryobi makes the genuine spool. Compatible spools for Ryobi models are made by other companies to fit the same models, and Australian sellers we track list both; each part page shows the genuine and compatible prices side by side.

Ryobi line trimmer spools and parts

Which spool, line or part each of the 28 Ryobi line trimmers sold in Australia takes, with dated prices from 1 Australian seller, genuine and compatible side by side.

Showing 21 of 28 Ryobi models · grouped by part

RAC1211 spool cartridge pack, 1.65 mm (3 spools)takes RAC1211

RLTS2 pre-cut trimmer line, 2.0 mm (5 lengths) for Reel-Easy headstakes RLTS2

RLTS1 2 mm Whisper Series spool pack (3 spools)takes RLTS1

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How to change the spool in your Ryobi trimmer

Steps for the RAC1204 18V/36V line trimmer spool and cap (1.6 mm) (RAC1204), the spool 12 Ryobi models take.

RYOBI: How To Reload Your OLT1830 18V Line Trimmer Line · RYOBI Australia (official)

1Remove the battery pack and keep your hands away from the triggers.
2Lay the trimmer on a level surface, motor side down and guard side up.
3Push the slider (OLT1832, R18LTR10) or press the tabs (R18LTR70) on the spool retainer and lift off the spool cover, then take out the old spool.
4Thread the line of the new spool through the eyelet and fit the spool with the line and slot lined up with the eyelet.
5Refit the spool cover and press it down until it clicks into place.

Different steps for RLTS2 pre-cut trimmer line, 2.0 mm (5 lengths) for Reel-Easy heads · Different steps for RLTS3 pre-cut trimmer line, 2.4 mm (5 lengths) for Reel-Easy heads · Different steps for RAC1216 spool pack for RLT5030 / RLT6030 (3 spools) · Different steps for RAC1203 spool and line with cap for RLT5030 / RLT6030

After changing the spool

No reset needed.

Common questions

What happens if I don't change the spool?: The trimmer stops cutting when the line runs out, and line of the wrong diameter jams the head or strains the motor.
Does Ryobi make a compatible spool?: Ryobi makes the genuine spool. Compatible spools for Ryobi models are made by other companies to fit the same models, and Australian sellers we track list both; each part page shows the genuine and compatible prices side by side.
Is there anything to reset after changing the spool on a Ryobi trimmer?: No reset needed.

Brand names describe compatibility only; FitMatch is independent of Ryobi. Fitment sources are recorded on every model page.