Ryobi Arctic Cove MLT0180, Operator'S Manual

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2 — English
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING!
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
Failure to follow all instructions listed below, may result
in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.
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Children can fall into buckets and drown.
Keep children
away from buckets with even a small amount of liquid.
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To reduce the risk of injury, close supervision is
necessary when a product is used near children.

Do not allow children to operate this product.
It is not
a toy.
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Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling.

Use only recommended accessories.
The use of
improper accessories may cause risk of injury.

Never leave product running unattended. Turn hose
faucet completely off and remove battery pack.
Don’t
leave product until spray comes to a complete stop.

Never direct mist or water toward any electrical wiring
or devices.

Ensure that all hoses and accessories are properly
connected before using the product.
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ONLY use clean, cold water.
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For outdoor use only.
 Do not use this product to spray pesticides, liquid
fertilizers, chemicals, or any liquids other than clean
water.
Spraying these substances could result in serious
injury or illness to the operator or bystanders.

Make sure hose and mist tube are located so that they
will not be stepped on, tripped over, come in contact
with sharp edges or moving parts or otherwise
subjected to damage or stress.
This will reduce the
risk of accidental falls, which could cause injury, and
damage to the hose and mist tube which could prevent
the product from working properly.
 Use caution when positioning the product for use.
Never place the unit near electrical outlets or switches.

Check hoses and parts for signs of damage. Replace
any damaged hoses or parts.
 Verify that all connections are secure before operating
the unit.
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
Use caution when using in windy conditions. Winds
may carry mists into electrical wiring or devices.
 Do not kink or overbend the hose or mist tube.

Be careful not to spill water when filling water bucket.
Ensure all hose connections are secure before using
the product.
Spilled water and leaks can result in a
slippery surface and create a slip and fall hazard.

Do not climb the misting tower to avoid a tip over
hazard that can result in serious personal injury.

Do not shake or rock misting tower to avoid a tip over
hazard that can result in serious personal injury.
BATTERY PRODUCT USE AND CARE

Use battery operated products only with specifically
designated battery pack.
Use of any other batteries may
create a risk of fire.

Use battery only with charger listed. For use with 18V
nickel-cadmium and 18V lithium-ion battery packs,
see tool/appliance/battery pack/charger correlation
supplement 987000-432.

Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry.
Contain long hair. Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves
away from moving parts.
Loose clothes, jewelry, or long
hair can be caught in moving parts.

Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch is in the off
position before inserting battery pack.
Carrying battery
products with your finger on the switch or inserting the
battery pack into a product with the switch on invites
accidents.

Do not use battery product if switch does not turn it
on or off.
A battery product that cannot be controlled
with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.

Disconnect battery pack from product before making
any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing
the product.
Such preventive safety measures reduce
the risk of starting the product accidentally.
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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 terminals together may cause sparks, burns,
or a fire.
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Keep the product 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 strong solvents to clean your battery product.
Following this rule will reduce the risk of loss of control
and deterioration of the enclosure plastic.

Know your product. Read operator’s manual carefully.
Learn its applications and limitations, as well as the
specific potential hazards related to this battery
product.
Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric
shock, fire, or serious injury.
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Battery products do not have to be plugged into
an electrical outlet; therefore, they are always in
operating condition. Be aware of possible hazards
when not using your battery product or when
changing accessories.
Following this rule will reduce
the risk of electric shock, fire, or serious personal injury.
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Do not place battery products or their batteries near
fire or heat.
This will reduce the risk of explosion and
possibly injury.