Ryobi Expand-It APR05, Original Instructions Manual

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FOR ASSEMBLING WITH PETROL-DRIVEN POWER
HEAD
■ Turn off the engine and allow it to cool down before
storing or transporting in a vehicle.
■ Drain all the fuel from the tank into a container approved
for petrol. Remember to properly replace and tighten
the fuel cap.
■ If applicable, drain all the lubricant from the tank into a
container approved for lubricant. Remember to properly
replace the lubricant cap.
■ Run the engine until it stops. This removes all fuel that
could become stale and leave varnish and gum in the
fuel system.
■ 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)
■ Turn off the engine, and allow it to cool down before
storing.
FOR ASSEMBLING WITH ELECTRIC-DRIVEN POWER
HEAD
■ Turn off the product, disconnect the product from the
power supply, and wind the cable. Allow the product to
cool down before storing or transporting in a vehicle.
FOR ASSEMBLING WITH BATTERY-DRIVEN POWER
HEAD
■ Turn off the product, remove the battery pack, and allow
it to cool down before storing or transporting.
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
The saw chain is very sharp. To prevent personal
injury, exercise extreme caution when cleaning, fitting,
or removing the chain scabbard, and always wear
protective gloves when performing maintenance to the
chain.
WARNING
Improper chain maintenance increases the potential of
kickback. Failure to replace or repair damaged chain can
cause serious injury.
■ Turn off the product, disconnect the product from the
power supply (if applicable), and make sure that all
moving parts of the product 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 centre.
■ Follow instructions for lubricating and chain tension
checking and adjustment.
■ After each use, clean the body and handles of the
product with a soft, dry cloth.
■ Check all nuts, bolts, and screws at frequent intervals
for proper tightness to ensure that the product is in safe
working condition. Any part that is damaged should be
properly repaired or replaced by an authorised service
centre.
Maintenance schedule
Bar lubricant Before each use
Chain tension
Before each use and
frequently
Chain sharpness
Before each use, visual
check
For damaged parts Before each use
For loose fasteners Before each use
Fuel mixture or fuel and
lubricant (only for petrol
-driven power head)
Before each use
Clutch engagement (only for
petrol-driven power head)
(no chain movement at idling
speed)
Before each use
Power cable for damage
(only for electric-driven power
head)
Before each use
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 during use, and
the operator should pay special attention to avoid the
following:
■ injury caused by vibration
– Hold the product by designated handles and restrict
working time and exposures.
■ injury caused by exposure and noise
– Wear hearing protection and limit exposure.
■ injury from contact with the exposed saw teeth of the
chain