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ventilated place that is inaccessible to children. Keep
the product away from corrosive agents, such as
garden chemicals and de-icing salts. Do not store the
product outdoors.
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For transportation in vehicles, secure the product
against movement or falling to prevent injury to persons
or damage to the product.
TRANSPORTING LITHIUM BATTERIES
Transport the battery pack in accordance with local and
national provisions and regulations.
Follow all special requirements on packaging and labelling
when transporting batteries by a third party. Ensure that
no batteries can come in contact with other batteries
or conductive materials while in transport by protecting
exposed connectors with insulating, non-conductive caps
or tape. Do not transport batteries that are cracked or
leaking. Check with the forwarding company for further
advice.
MAINTENANCE
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Use only original manufacturer’s replacement parts,
accessories, and attachments. Failure to do so
can cause possible injury, can contribute to poor
performance, and may void your warranty.
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Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge
and should be performed only by a qualified service
technician. Have the product serviced by an authorised
service centre only. When servicing, use only original
replacement parts.
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Turn off the product and remove the battery pack before
conducting any maintenance or cleaning work.
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You may make adjustments and repairs described in
this manual. For other repairs, contact an authorised
service centre.
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For the replacement line, use only a nylon filament line
of the diameter described in the specifications table of
this manual.
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After extending the new cutter line, always return the
product to its normal operating position before starting.
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After each use, clean the product with a soft, dry cloth.
Any part that is damaged should be properly repaired or
replaced by an authorised service centre.
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Check all nuts, bolts, and screws before each use and
at frequent intervals for proper tightness to ensure that
the product is in safe working condition. Any part that is
damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an
authorised service centre.
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Bring the product to an authorised service centre to
replace damaged or unreadable labels.
BATTERY PROTECTION FEATURES
RYOBI 36 V lithium-ion batteries are designed with features
that protect the lithium-ion cells and maximise battery life.
The following conditions may cause the product to stop
during use:
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The maximum current draw of the battery has been
exceeded, causing it to automatically stop powering the
product. Release the trigger to reset the product, and
pull the trigger to resume operation.
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Excessive temperatures cause the battery to stop
powering the product. If the battery pack is too warm,
allow it to cool down.
If the product still does not work, recharge the battery pack.
NOTE:
The battery pack indicator LED will not work if the
battery protection feature has caused the battery pack
to stop powering the product. Release the tool trigger or
remove the battery pack from the product, and the battery
pack LED indicator will resume to its normal function.
WHAT’S IN THE BOX
See page 5.
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Powerhead attachment x 1
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Front handle x 1
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Battery pack x 1
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Charger x 1
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Operator’s manual x 1
SYMBOLS ON THE PRODUCT
Read and understand all instructions
before operating the product. Follow all
warnings and safety instructions.
Do not expose the product to rain or
damp condition.
Wear eye protection.
Wear ear protection.
Wear non-slip safety footwear when
using the product.
Remove the battery pack before starting
any work on the product.
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Guaranteed sound power level
Waste electrical products should not
be disposed of with household waste.
Please recycle where facilities exist.
Check with your local authority or retailer
for recycling advice.
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