Ryobi 3410117, Original Instructions Manual

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■ When battery pack is not in use, keep it away
from other metal objects, like paper clips,
coins, keys, nails, screws or other small
metal objects that can make a connection
from one terminal to another. Shorting the
battery pack terminals together may cause
burns or a fire.
■ Under abusive conditions, liquid may
be ejected from the battery pack; avoid
contact. If contact accidentally occurs,
flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes,
additionally seek medical help. Liquid
ejected from the battery pack may cause
irritation or burns.
■ Do not use a battery pack or tool that is
damaged or modified. Damaged or modified
batteries may exhibit unpredictable
behaviour resulting in fire, explosion, or
risk of injury.
■ Do not expose a battery pack or tool to fire
or excessive temperatures. Exposure to
fire or excessive temperature above 130°C
may cause explosion.
■ Follow all charging instructions and do not
charge the battery pack or tool outside
the temperature range specified in the
instructions. Charging improperly or at
temperatures outside the specified range
may damage the battery and increase the
risk of fire.
BLOWER SAFETY WARNINGS
■ Operate the product only at reasonable
hours – not early in the morning or late at
night when people might be disturbed.
■ Never operate the product in an explosive
atmosphere.
■ Avoid using the product in bad weather
conditions, especially when there is a risk
of lightning.
■ Do not operate the product in poor lighting.
The operator requires a clear view of the
work area to identify potential hazards.
■ Use of hearing protection reduces the
ability to hear warnings (shouts or alarms).
The operator must pay extra attention to
what is going on in the work area.
■ Do not get distracted and always
concentrate on what you are doing. Think
about and consider the effect of your
actions carefully.
■ Operating similar tools nearby increases
both the risk of hearing injury and the
potential for other persons to enter your
working area.
■ Keep firm footing and balance. Do not
overreach. Overreaching can result in loss
of balance.
■ Always be sure of the footing on slopes.
Walk, never run.
■ Keep all parts of your body away from any
moving part. Rotating impeller blades can
cause severe injury.
■ Do not modify the product in any way or
use parts and accessories which are not
recommended by the manufacturer.
WARNING
Thoroughly inspect the product and identify
any problems or damage to it. Any part that
is damaged should be properly repaired or
replaced by an authorized service centre.
■ To reduce the risk of injury associated with
contacting rotating parts, always stop the
product, and disconnect from the power
supply (if applicable), and make sure all
moving parts have come to a stop:
● before cleaning
● when leaving the product unattended
● before checking, maintaining, or working
on the product
● after striking a foreign object to inspect
the product for damage
● if the product starts to vibrate abnormally
(inspect immediately).
WARNING
Your blower may be supplied with a harness.
Carefully adjust the harness to comfortably
help to support the weight of the product.
Identify the quick release mechanism and
practice using it before you start using the
product. Its correct use may prevent serious
injury in the case of an emergency. Never
wear additional clothing over the harness
or otherwise restrict access to the quick
release mechanism
■ Wear a face filter mask in dusty conditions
to reduce the risk of injury associated with
the inhalation of dust.