Ryobi OSC1800, Original Instructions Manual

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ADDITIONAL SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING
Some regions have regulations that restrict the use of
the product. Check with your local authority for advice.
■ Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with all
controls and the proper use of the product.
■ Keep bystanders, children, and pets 15 m away from
the area of operation. Stop the product if anyone enters
the area.
■ Never use the product while tired, ill, or under the
influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication.
■ Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible
for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or
their property.
■ Wear heavy, long trousers, boots, and gloves. Do not
wear loose-fitting clothing, short trousers, or jewellery of
any kind. Do not use the product with bare feet.
■ Secure long hair so that it is above shoulder level to
prevent entanglement in moving parts.
■ Before use and after any impact, check that there are
no damaged parts. A defective switch or any part that
is damaged or worn should be properly repaired or
replaced by an authorised service centre.
■ Make sure that the cleaning attachment is properly
installed and securely fastened.
■ Never operate the product unless all guards, deflectors,
and handles are properly and securely attached.
■ Exercise extreme caution when using the product.
■ Maintain a proper grip on the product whenever the
motor is running.
ADDITIONAL BATTERY SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, personal injury, and product
damage due to a short circuit, never immerse your
tool, battery pack or charger in fluid or allow a 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
■ Stop the product, remove the battery pack, and allow it
to cool down before storing or transporting.
■ Clean all foreign material from the product.
■ Do not store or transport the product with battery packs
fitted; remove and secure the battery packs separately.
Store the product in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated
place that is inaccessible to children. Keep the product
away from corrosive agents, such as garden chemicals
and de-icing salts. Do not store the product outdoors.
■ Keep the product out of the reach of children.
■ For transportation in vehicles, secure the product
against movement or falling to prevent injury to persons
or damage to the product.
TRANSPORTING LITHIUM BATTERIES
Transport the battery pack in accordance with local and
national provisions and regulations. Follow all special
requirements on packaging and labelling when transporting
batteries by a third party.
Ensure that no battery packs can come in contact with
other batteries or conductive materials while in transport
by protecting exposed connectors with insulating, non-
conductive caps or tape. Do not transport battery packs
that are cracked or leaking. Check with the forwarding
company for further advice.
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.
■ Turn off the product and remove the battery pack before
conducting any maintenance or cleaning work.
■ You may make adjustments and repairs described in
this manual. For other repairs, contact an authorised
service agent.
■ 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.
■ Bring the product to an authorised service centre to
replace damaged or unreadable labels.
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 exposure.
■ injury caused by exposure to noise
– Wear hearing protection and limit exposure.
■ injury caused by flying debris
– Wear eye protection at all times.