Ryobi R18CLV, Manual

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Original Instructions
IMPORTANT!
It is essential that you read the instructions
in this manual before assembling, operating,
and maintaining the product.
Subject to technical modification.
Safety, performance, and dependability have
been given top priority in the design of your
cordless cultivator.
INTENDED USE
The cordless cultivator is intended only for
outdoor use by a standing operator walking
with the product. For safety reasons, the
product must be adequately controlled by
using two-handed operation at all times.
The product is designed for cultivating or
loosening soil in an open domestic garden
area. The maximum working depth of the
product is 10 cm deep and 20 cm wide.
The product should be used only as described
in this manual.
Do not use the product for any other purpose.
GENERAL PRODUCT SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING!
Read all safety warnings,
instructions, illustrations, and sepcifications
provided with this power tool. Failure to follow
all instructions listed below may result in
electric shock, fire, and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future
reference.
The term “power tool” in the warnings refers
to your mains-operated (corded) or battery-
operated (cordless) product.
WORK AREA SAFETY
■ Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered
or dark areas invite accidents.
■ Do not operate power tools in explosive
atmospheres, such as in the presence of
flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power
tools create sparks which may ignite the
dust or fumes.
■ Keep children and bystanders away while
operating a power tool. Distractions can
cause you to lose control.
PERSONAL SAFETY
■ Stay alert, watch what you are doing and
use common sense when operating a
power tool. Do not use a power tool while
you are tired or under the influence of
drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of
inattention while operating power tools may
result in serious personal injury.
■ Use personal protective equipment. Always
wear eye protection. Protective equipment
such as a dust mask, non-skid safety shoes,
hard hat or hearing protection used for
appropriate conditions will reduce personal
injuries.
■ Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure
the switch is in the off-position before
connecting to power source and/or battery
pack, picking up or carrying the tool.
Carrying power tools with your finger on the
switch or energising power tools that have
the switch on invites accidents.
■ Remove any adjusting key or wrench before
turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key
left attached to a rotating part of the power
tool may result in personal injury.
■ Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times. This enables better
control of the power tool in unexpected
situations.
■ Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing
or jewellery. Keep your hair and clothing
away from moving parts. Loose clothes,
jewellery or long hair can be caught in
moving parts.
■ If devices are provided for the connection
of dust extraction and collection facilities,
ensure these are connected and properly
used. Use of dust collection can reduce
dust-related hazards.
■ 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.
POWER TOOL USE AND CARE
■ Do not force the power tool. Use the correct
power tool for your application. The correct
power tool will do the job better and safer at
the rate for which it was designed.
■ Do not use the power tool if the switch
does not turn it on and off. Any power tool
that cannot be controlled with switch is
dangerous and must be repaired.
■ Disconnect the plug from the power
source and/or remove the battery pack,
if detachable, from the power tool before
making any adjustments, changing
accessories, or storing power tools. Such
preventive safety measures reduce the risk