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Your line trimmer has been engineered and
manufactured to Ryobi’s high standard for dependability,
ease of operation, and operator safety. When properly
cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free
performance.
Thank you for buying a Ryobi product.
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INTRODUCTION
This appliance is not intended for use by persons
(including children) with reduced understanding, or lack
of experience and knowledge, unless they have been
given supervision or instruction concerning use of the
appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not
play with the appliance.
This product has many features for making its use more
pleasant and enjoyable.
Safety, performance, and dependability have been given
top priority in the design of this product making it easy to
maintain and operate.
INTENDED USE
This grass trimmer is designed for cutting grass and
similar soft vegetation and for trimming grass edges
in private and hobby garden areas which are not
accessible with a lawn mower.
The device should not be used in public gardens, parks,
sports centres or at roadsides as well as in agriculture
and forestry.
This lawn trimmer is not recommended for cutting or
chopping:
- Hedges, shrubs, bushes or flowers.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
WARNING:
When using electric gardening appliances, basic
safety precautions should always be followed
to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and
personal injury, including the following:
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Be familiar with the controls and proper use of the
product.
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Clear the work area before each use. Remove all
objects such as rocks, broken glass, nails, wire or
string that can be thrown or become entangled in the
cutting line.
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Wear heavy, long trousers, boots and gloves. Do
not wear loose fitting clothing or shorts. Always wear
shoes. Do not wear jewellery of any kind.
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Secure hair above shoulder level to prevent
entanglement in moving parts.
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Do not allow children or untrained individuals to use
this product.
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Keep all bystanders, especially children and pets, at
least 15 m from the operating area.
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Do not operate this product when you are tired, ill or
under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medication.
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Do not operate in poor lighting. Use the unit only in
daylight or good artificial light.
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Keep firm footing and balance. Do not overreach.
Overreaching can result in loss of balance or
exposure to hazards.
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Keep all parts of your body away from moving parts.
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Inspect the product before use. Replace any
damaged parts before use.
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Do not operate the product in damp or wet locations.
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Do not use the product in the rain.
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Wear safety glasses or goggles when operating this
product.
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Use the right product. Use the product for the
intended purpose only.
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Do not handle the product with wet hands.
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Do not use the product if the switch does not turn the
product on or off. A product that cannot be controlled
with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
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Avoid accidental starting; never carry the product
with your finger on the trigger.
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Use common sense when using this product. Stay
alert and pay attention to what you are doing.
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Do not force the product. It will do a better job with
less risk of injury when you operate it at the rate for
which it was designed.
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Pull the plug out immediately if the mains or
extension lead is damaged or severed.
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Disconnect the product from the power supply when
it is not in use, before servicing and when changing
accessories.
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The appliance is not intended for use by young
children or infirm persons without supervision.
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Young children should be supervised to ensure that
they do not play with the appliance.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
SPECIFIC TRIMMER SAFETY RULES
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Replace the trimmer head if cracked, chipped or
damaged in any way. Be sure the trimmer head is
properly installed and securely fastened.
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Make sure all guards, deflectors and handles are
properly and securely attached.
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Use only the manufacturer’s replacement line in the
trimmer head.
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Never operate the product without the safety guard in
place and in good condition.
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Use the product for cutting grass and light weeds
only. Do not use for any other purpose.
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Before starting the product, position it so that the line
does not come in contact with anything you do not
intend to cut.
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Maintain a firm grip on both handles while trimming.
