Ryobi ONE+ R18SUP10, Manual

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Original Instructions
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.
If contact accidentally occurs, flush with
water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally
seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the
battery may cause irritation or burns.
■ Remove exhausted battery packs from the
product and safely dispose of them.
CORDLESS SUBMERSIBLE PUMP
SAFETY WARNINGS
■ Ensure that the battery pack is removed
from the battery box when installing the
product.
■ Ensure that all connections are leak free.
Use a thread seal tape or a suitable sealant
on the connection thread.
■ When tightening threaded connections, do
not apply excessive force that may cause
damage.
■ Make sure to select a stable support when
mounting the battery box.
■ Avoid twisting the pole or bottom pump
housing when extension collars are
unlocked as this could bind the cable inside.
■ If the product needs to be raised or lowered,
connect a suitable lowering rope to the
carrying handle. Do not lift the product using
the hose or power cord.
■ Do not use the product for corrosive,
abrasive, explosive or dangerous liquids.
Fluids other than water damage the product,
can create a fire hazard, and could cause
physical injuries to the operator.
■ Do not use the product with potable water.
■ Do not operate the product without liquid.
Do not run the product dry.
■ Do not use the product when people are in
the water.
■ Do not remove the hose while the product is
still operating.
■ Pollution of the liquid could occur due to
leakage of lubricants.
■ Water discharged from the product may
cause the ground to become wet and
may cause slipping. Make sure to clean
the discharged water after operating the
product.
■ Do not discharge water to areas with
electrical or high voltage elements, active
chemicals, or other objects or substances
that might cause danger when mixed with
water.
■ Hold the product securely. Always wear
the wrist lanyard except when the barrel
hook is used. Do not leave the product
unsupervised while in use. Make sure the
product cannot tip over.
■ Do not submerge the battery box in water.
■ Do not expose the inside of the battery
compartment to rain or wet conditions.
The product is only water resistant when
the battery compartment is closed. Water
entering the product increases the risk of
electric shock.
ADDITIONAL BATTERY SAFETY
WARNINGS
To reduce the risk of fire, personal injury,
and product damage due to a short circuit,
never immerse the battery box, battery pack,
or charger in fluid or allow fluid to flow inside
them. Corrosive or conductive fluids, such as
seawater, certain industrial chemicals, and
bleach or bleach-containing products, etc., can
cause a short circuit.
TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE
■ Turn off the product, remove the battery
pack, and allow both to cool down before
storing or transporting.
■ Clean the product thoroughly before storing.
Remove any excess water by fully extending
the product. Store the product upright and
fully extended to drain water completely.
Store the product in a dry, well-ventilated
area that is inaccessible to children. Keep
the product away from corrosive agents,
such as garden chemicals and de-icing
salts.
■ When transporting the product in a vehicle,
secure it against movement or falling to
prevent injury to persons or damage to the
product.
TRANSPORTING LITHIUM BATTERIES
Transport the battery in accordance with local
and national provisions and regulations.