Ryobi P2904, Operator'S Manual

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3 — English
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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.
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Do not use a battery pack or tool that is damaged or
modified.
Damaged or modified batteries may exhibit
unpredictable behavior resulting in fire, explosion or risk
of injury.
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Do not expose a battery pack or tool to fire or
excessive temperature.
Exposure to fire or temperature
above 265°F may cause explosion.
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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.
SERVICE
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Have your appliance serviced by a qualified repair
person using only identical replacement parts.
This
will ensure that the safety of the appliance is maintained.
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Never service damaged battery packs. Service
of battery packs should only be performed by the
manufacturer or authorized service providers.
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Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc.
in accordance with these instructions, taking into
account the working conditions and the work to be
performed.
Use of the power tool for operations different
from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.
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Do not, under any circumstance, use any attachment
or accessory on this product, which was not provided
with the product or identified as appropriate for use
with this product in the operator’s manual.
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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.
BATTERY TOOL USE AND CARE
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Recharge only with the charger specified by the
manufacturer.
A charger that is suitable for one type
of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with
another battery pack.
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Use appliances only with specifically designated
battery packs.
Use of any other battery packs may create
a risk of injury and fire.
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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.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
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Know your power tool. Read operator’s manual carefully.
Learn its applications and limitations, as well as the
specific potential hazards related to this power tool.
Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock,
fire, or serious injury.
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Always wear eye protection with side shields marked
to comply with ANSI Z87.1 along with hearing
protection when operating this equipment.
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Ensure handle is mounted in accordance with the
assembly instructions in this manual.
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Dress Properly
– Use of rubber gloves and substantial
footwear is recommended when working outdoors. Wear
heavy, long pants, long sleeves, boots, and gloves. Do
not wear loose fitting clothing or jewelry or anything that
can be caught in moving parts. Secure long hair above
shoulder level to prevent entanglement in moving parts.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
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Brush thrust is a reaction force that occurs when
the rotating brushes contact the cleaning surface.
This contact causes the patio cleaner to “thrust” itself
toward the operator as the brushes begin to turn. This
reaction can be violent enough to cause the operator to
lose control of the unit. Brush thrust can occur without
warning, but it is more likely to occur when the rotating
brushes are placed on the cleaning surface too quickly.
To minimize the thrust reaction, hold the unit securely with
both hands and slowly lower the rotating brushes onto
the cleaning surface.
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Do not operate the patio cleaner unless the deflector
is firmly secured in place and in good condition.
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Keep firm footing and balance. Do not overreach.
Overreaching can result in loss of balance.