Ryobi EXPAND-IT ALT05, Original Instructions Manual

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WARNING
If the product is dropped, suffers heavy impact or begins
to vibrate abnormally, immediately stop the product and
inspect for damage or identify the cause of the vibration.
Any damage should be properly repaired or replaced by
an authorised service centre.
LINE TRIMMER SAFETY WARNINGS
■ Do not fit a metal replacement line.
■ Beware, the cutting elements continue to rotate after
the motor is switched off.
■ Turn off the engine. Make sure all moving parts have
come to a complete stop:
■ Turn off the product and disconnect from the power
supply:
● before servicing
● before clearing a blockage
● before checking, cleaning, and working on the
product
● before changing accessories
● before leaving the product unattended
● after striking a foreign object
● whenever performing maintenance
● whenever the product starts to vibrate abnormally
■ The small blade fitted to the safety guard is designed to
trim the new extended line to the correct length for safe
and optimum performance. It is very sharp, do not touch
it particularly when cleaning the product.
■ Always ensure that ventilation openings are kept clear
of debris.
■ Before use and after any impact, check that there are
no damaged parts. A defective switch or any part that is
damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an
authorised service centre.
■ Do not modify the product in any way, this may increase
the risk of injury to yourself or others.
■ Use only the manufacturer’s replacement cutting line.
■ Do not use any other cutting attachment.
■ Immediately switch off and disconnect from the power
supply in the event of accident or breakdown. Do not
operate the product again until it has been fully checked
by an authorised service centre.
TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE
■ Stop the engine and allow it to cool down before storing
or transporting.
■ Clean all foreign material from the product.
■ Drain all fuel from tank into a container approved for
petrol. Remember to properly replace and tighten the
fuel cap.
■ Run the engine until it stops, this will remove all fuel
that could become stale and leave varnish and gum in
the fuel system.
■ 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 outdoors.
■ When transporting the product in a vehicle, secure it
against movement or falling to prevent injury to persons
or damage to the product.
■ Never carry or transport the product while the engine
is running.
■ Abide by all government and local regulations for the
safety storage and handling of petrol.
SHORT TERM (LESS THAN ONE MONTH)
■ Stop the engine and allow it to cool down before storing.
■ Clean all foreign material 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 outdoors.
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. For service, bring the product to the nearest
authorised service centre for repair. When servicing, use
only original replacement parts.
■ Turn off, disconnect from the power supply (if
applicable), and make sure all moving parts have come
to a complete stop before conducting any maintenance
or cleaning work.
■ You may make adjustments and repairs described in
this manual. For other repairs, contact the authorised
service agent.
■ For the replacement line, use only nylon filament line
of the diameter described in the specifications table of
this manual.
■ After each use, clean the product with a soft, dry cloth.
Any part that is damaged should be properly repaired or
replaced by an authorised service centre.
■ Check all nuts, bolts and screws at frequent intervals
for proper tightness to ensure the product is in safe
working condition.
■ Bring the product to an authorised service centre to
replace damaged or unreadable labels.