Ryobi EXPAND-IT ACT05, Original Instructions Manual

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allow time for the water to penetrate the ground and for
the excess to drain away before attempting to cultivate.
TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE
■ Stop the product, and make sure that all moving parts
have come to a complete stop. Allow the product to cool
down before storing or transporting.
■ Clean all foreign materials from the product. Store the
product in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place that
is inaccessible to children. Keep away from corrosive
agents such as garden chemicals and de-icing salts. Do
not store the product outdoors.
■ Wipe the tines with oil or spray them with silicone
lubricant to prevent rusting. Beware of sharp or
damaged edges on tines.
■ Oil all visible moving parts. Do not remove the motor/
engine cover.
■ For transportation in a vehicle, secure the product
against movement or falling to prevent injury to persons
or damage to the product.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING
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.
WARNING
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.
WARNING
Before inspecting, cleaning, or servicing the product,
unplug the power cord and wait for all moving parts to
stop. Failure to follow these instructions can result in
serious personal injury or property damage.
WARNING
Do not, at any time, let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-
based products, or penetrating oils come in contact with
plastic parts. They contain chemicals that can damage,
weaken, or destroy plastic.
WARNING
The tines are sharp. Use caution and wear heavy-duty
gloves when fitting, replacing, cleaning, or checking bolt
security.
■ Turn off the product, and make sure all moving parts
have come to a complete stop before conducting any
maintenance or cleaning work.
■ You may only make adjustments or repairs described
in this manual. For other repairs, contact the authorised
service centre.
■ Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most
plastics are susceptible to damage from various types
of commercial solvents and may be damaged by their
use. Use clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, or grease.
■ After each use, clean the body and handles of the
product with a soft, dry cloth, and clean the debris from
the tines with a stiff brush.
■ Check all nuts, bolts, and screws at frequent intervals
for proper tightness to ensure the product is in safe
working condition.
■ Only the parts shown on the replacement part list are
intended to be repaired or replaced by the customer.
RESIDUAL RISKS
Even when the product is used as prescribed, it is still
impossible to completely eliminate certain residual risk
factors. The following hazards may arise in use and the
operator should pay special attention to avoid the following:
■ injury caused by vibration
– Always use the right tool for the job. Use designated
handles and restrict working time and exposure.
■ injury caused by noise
– Exposure to noise can cause hearing injury. Wear
ear protection and limit exposure.
■ injury from contact with the tines
■ injury caused by thrown objects
RISK REDUCTION
It has been reported that vibrations from handheld tools
may contribute to a condition called Raynaud’s Syndrome.
Symptoms may include tingling, numbness and blanching
of the fingers, usually apparent upon exposure to cold.
Hereditary factors, exposure to cold and dampness, diet,
smoking, and work practices are all thought to contribute
to the development of the these symptoms. There are
measures that can be taken by the operator to possibly
reduce the effects of vibration:
■ Keep your body warm in cold weather. When
operating the unit, wear gloves to keep the hands and
wrists warm. It is reported that cold weather is a major
factor contributing to Raynaud’s Syndrome.
■ After each period of operation, exercise to increase
blood circulation.
■ Take frequent work breaks. Limit the amount of
exposure per day.
If you experience any of the symptoms of this condition,
immediately discontinue use and see your physician.
WARNING
Injuries may be caused, or aggravated, by prolonged
use of a tool. When using any tool for prolonged periods,
ensure to take regular breaks.