Ryobi RBC-43, Owner'S Operating Manual

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Replace any blade that has been damaged. Always
make sure blade is installed correctly and securely
fastened before each use. Failure to do so can
cause serious injury.
Use only the manufacturer’s replacement blade
intended for use on this brush cutter. Do not use
any other blade. To install any other brand blade or
cutting head to this brush cutter can result in
serious personal injury.
The blade is suited for cutting thicker weeds or
pulpy stalks only. Do not use for any other purpose.
Never use the blade to cut woody brush.
Exercise extreme caution when using the blade
with this unit. Blade thrust is the reaction that may
occur when the spinning blade contacts anything it
cannot cut. This contact may cause the blade to
stop for an instant, and suddenly “thrust” the unit
away from the object that was hit. This reaction can
be violent enough to cause the operator to lose
control of the unit. Blade thrust can occur without
warning if the blade snags, stalls, or binds. This is
more likely to occur in areas where it is difficult to
see the material being cut. For cutting ease and
safety, approach the weeds being cut from the right
to the left. In the event an unexpected object or
woody stock is encountered, this could minimize
the blade thrust reaction.
Never cut any material over 13 mm (1/2 in.)
diameter.
Always wear the shoulder harness when using the
brushcutter and adjust to a comfortable operating
position.
Maintain a firm grip on both handles while cutting
with a blade. Keep the blade away from your body
and below waist level.
Never use the brushcutter with the blade located
76 cm (30 in.) or more above the ground level.
FUEL SAFETY
This product requires unleaded petrol and 2-stroke
oil, ratio 25:1.
Always handle fuel with care. It is highly flammable.
Use only an approved container for fuel storage
and mixing.
Never mix petrol/ oil in the machine fuel tank.
Do not smoke, and avoid sparks and flames near
fuel or unit.
Avoid spillage of fuel or oil. Wipe up all spillages as
quickly as possible.
Mix fuel outdoors where there are no sparks or
flames.
Do not inhale fuel fumes.
Move at least 3 meters (10 feet) from refueling
position before starting the engine.
Stop the engine and allow to fully cool before
refueling or storing the machine.
Never use exposed light bulbs while refueling.
Change your clothes if you spill fuel on yourself.
Keep petrol and oil away from eyes. If petrol or oil
comes in contact with eyes, wash them
immediately with clean water. If irritation is still
present, seek immediate medical help.
TRANSPORATION, HANDLING AND STORAGE
Switch off the engine when you cross roads or
gravel paths.
Always clean and maintain before storing, pay
special attention to the guards and cutting
attachments.
Before transporting the unit in a vehicle stop the
engine and allow it to cool. Empty the fuel tank and
securely locate the unit.
When removing the tool from a vehicle or from
storage, be careful not to drop the engine on the
ground as this may severely damage the fuel tank.
Never drag the tool across the ground, or throw it
to the ground this is highly dangerous and will
damage the fuel tank, causing the fuel to leak,
possibly causing fire.
Remember when moving the equipment to lift it
entirely from the ground.