Ryobi 095079439, Operator'S Manual

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2 — English
WARNING:
Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow
all instructions listed below may result in electric shock,
fire and/or serious personal injury.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS

Know your tool. Read the operator’s manual carefully.
Learn the machine’s applications and limitations as well
as the specific potential hazards related to this tool.

Keep guards in place and in working order. Never oper-
ate the tool with any guard or cover removed. Make sure
all guards are operating properly before each use.
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To reduce the risk of injury, keep children and visitors
away. All visitors should wear safety glasses and be kept
a safe distance from work area.

Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, par-
ticularly small children, and pets.

Use right tool. Don’t force tool or attachment to do a
job it was not designed for. Don’t use it for a purpose not
intended.
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Dress properly. Wear long pants and long sleeves. Do
not wear loose clothing, neckties, or jewelry. They can get
caught and draw you into moving parts. Rubber gloves
and nonskid footwear are recommended when working
outdoors. Also wear protective hair covering to contain
long hair.
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Do not operate the equipment while barefoot or when
wearing sandals or similar lightweight footwear. Wear
protective footwear that will protect your feet and improve
your footing on slippery surfaces.
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Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling.
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Always wear eye protection with side shields marked
to comply with ANSI Z87.1. Following this rule will reduce
the risk of serious personal injury.
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Don’t overreach or stand on a ladder, rooftop, or other
unstable support. Keep proper footing and balance at
all times.

Use only recommended accessories. The use of im-
proper accessories may cause risk of injury.

Follow the maintenance instructions specified in this
manual.
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Check damaged parts . Before further use of the tool, a
guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully
checked to determine that it will operate properly and
perform its intended function. Check for alignment of
moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts,
mounting, and any other conditions that may affect its
operation. A guard or other part that is damaged must
be properly repaired or replaced by a qualified service
center to avoid risk of personal injury.
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Never leave tool running unattended. Turn power off
and remove battery pack.
Don’t leave tool until it comes
to a complete stop.

Follow manufacturer’s recommendations for safe
loading, unloading, transport, and storage of machine.
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Be thoroughly familiar with controls.
Know how to stop
the product and bleed pressure quickly.
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Keep tool dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.
Always use a clean cloth when cleaning. Never use brake
fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based products, or any sol-
vents to clean tool.
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Stay alert and exercise control.
Watch what you are
doing and use common sense. Do not operate tool when
you are tired. Do not rush.

 Do not operate the product while under the influence
of drugs, alcohol, or any medication.
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Check the work area before each use.
Remove all
objects such as rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, or string
which can be thrown or become entangled in the machine.

Do not use tool if switch does not turn it off. Have
switch replaced by a qualified service center.
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Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting,
shut off the
motor and make certain all moving parts have stopped.
Remove the battery pack to prevent accidental starting.

Avoid dangerous environment . Keep work area well lit.
Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
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Never use in an explosive atmosphere.
Normal sparking
of the motor could ignite fumes.
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Do not operate while smoking or near an open flame.

Do not operate around dry brush,
twigs, cloth rags, or
other flammable materials.
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WARNING: Risk of injection or injury – Do not direct
discharge stream at persons.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS