Ryobi OLP1832B, User Manual

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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
burns or a fire.
■ Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected
from the battery; avoid contact. lf contact
accidentally occurs, flush with water. lf liquid
contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help.
Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or
burns.
SERVICE
■ Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair
person using only identical replacement parts. This
will ensure that safety of the power tool is maintained.
CORDLESS LOPPER SAFETY WARNINGS
DANGER
Keep hands away from the blade. Contact with the blade
will result in serious personal injury.
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ever allow children, persons with reduced physical,
sensory, or mental capabilities or lack of experience
and knowledge, or people unfamiliar with these
instructions to use the product. Local restrictions may
limit the age of operator.
■ The product has a fixed length of 0.85 m.
■ Do not use the product when there is a possibility of
thunderstorm or lightning. Store the product safely
indoors.
■ Beware of overhead power lines.
■ Ensure all guards and handles are properly fitted and
are in good condition.
■ Wear full eye and head protection while operating the
product.
■ Wear heavy, long trousers, boots, and gloves. Do not
wear loose fitting clothing, accessories, or use the
product with bare feet.
■ Do not start using the product until you have a clear
work area, secure footing, and a planned retreat path
away from the falling branches or limbs.
■ Do not use the product while tired, ill, or under the
influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication.
■ During operation, hold the product with both hands. Use
one hand to firmly grasp the front hand grip. Use the
other hand to grasp the rear handle and operate the
trigger release and on/off trigger.
■ Ensure that the lopper is correctly located in a
designated working position before starting the product.
■ Never operate the product with the cutting means
closer than 10m from overhead power lines.
■ Take frequent work breaks. Limit the amount of
exposure per day.
■ Keep firm footing and balance. Do not overreach.
Overreaching can result in loss of balance and can
result in serious injury.
■ Do not operate the lopper with a damaged or
excessively worn cutting device.
■ Do not modify the product in any way or use it to power
any attachments or devices not recommended by the
manufacturer.
■ Identify the quick release mechanism and practice
using it before you start using the product. Its correct
use may prevent serious injury in the case of an
emergency. Never wear additional clothing over
the harness or otherwise restrict access to the quick
release mechanism
■ Do not operate in poor lighting. Use the product in
daylight or good artificial light.
■ Do not operate the lopper if the cutting mechanism
does not work properly.
■ To protect yourself from falling branches, do not stand
directly under the branch or limb being cut. This product
should not be held at an angle over 60° from ground
level.
■ To reduce the risk of injury associated with contacting
moving parts, always stop the product, make sure all
moving parts have come to a stop, and take the battery
out:
● before cleaning or clearing a blockage
● before leaving the product unattended
● before installing or removing attachments
● before checking, conducting maintenance, or
working on the product
■ Keep product clean of clippings and other materials.
They may become lodged between the jaw and blade.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY WARNINGS
■ Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use of tools
allow you to become complacent and ignore tool safety
principles. A careless action can cause severe injury
within a fraction of a second.
■ Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean, and
free from oil and grease. Slippery handles and grasping
surfaces do not allow for safe handling and control of
the tool in unexpected situations.
■ Do not use a battery pack or tool that is damaged or
modified. Damaged or modified batteries may exhibit
unpredictable behaviour resulting in fire, explosion or
risk of injury.
■ Do not expose a battery pack or tool to fire or excessive
temperature. Exposure to fire or temperature above
130’C may cause explosion.
■ Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the
battery pack or tool outside the temperature range
specified in the instructions. Charging improperly or at
temperatures outside the specified range may damage
the battery and increase the risk of fire.
■ Never service damaged battery packs. Service
of battery packs should only be performed by the
manufacturer or authorised service providers.
■ Keep the area clear of all bystanders, children, and pets
while cutting.
■ When cutting a limb under tension, be alert for spring