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could result in a hazardous situation.
SERVICE
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Have your power tool serviced by a
qualified repair person using only
identical replacement parts. This will
ensure that the safety of the power tool is
maintained.
WARNING
Never use cutting means or attachments
which are not speci
fi ed by Ryobi in this
manual. This includes the use of metal
multi-piece pivoting chains and
fl ailblades.
These items are known to break up during
use and present a high risk of serious injury
to the operator or bystanders.
WARNING
Inspection after dropping or other impacts:
Thoroughly inspect the product and identify
any problems or damage to it. Any par that
is damaged should be properly repaired or
replaced by an authorised service centre.
LAWN TRIMMER SAFETY WARNINGS
■
Some regions have regulations that restrict
the use of the product. Check with your
local authority for advice.
■
Never allow children or people unfamiliar
with the instructions to use the product.
■
Use the product in daylight or good artificial
light.
■
Avoid using on wet grass.
■
Do not walk backwards when using the
product.
■
Keep firm footing and balance. Do not
overreach. Overreaching can result in loss
of balance. Always be sure of your footing
on slopes. Walk, never run.
■
Keep bystanders, children and pets 15 m
away from the area of operation, stop the
product if anyone enters the area.
■
Keep the cutting attachment below waist
level.
■
Never operate the product with damaged
guards or without guards in place.
■
Never fit a metal replacement line.
■
Keep hands and feet away from the
cutting means at all times, especially when
switching on the motor.
■
Beware, the cutting elements continue to
rotate after the motor is switched off.
■
Beware of objects thrown by the cutting
means. Clear debris like small stones,
gravel and other foreign objects from the
work area before starting operation. Wires
or string may become entangled with the
cutting means.
■
Switch off and disconnect from the power
supply before:
●
servicing
●
leaving the product unattended
●
cleaning your product or clearing a
blockage
●
changing accessories
●
checking for any damage after hitting an
object
●
checking for any damage if the product
starts to vibrate abnormally
●
performing maintenance
●
removing blade
●
installing blade
■
The small blade fitted to the lawn guard
is designed to trim the new extended line
to the correct length for safe and optimum
performance. It is very sharp; do not touch
it, particularly when cleaning the product.
■
Always ensure that ventilation openings
are kept clear of debris.
■
Make sure the cutting head attachment is
properly installed and securely fastened.
■
Make sure all guards, deflectors and
handles are properly and securely attached.
■
Do not modify the product in any way. This
may increase the risk of injury to yourself
or others.
■
Use only the manufacturer’s replacement
cutting line. Do not use any other cutting
attachment.
■
Immediately switch off and disconnect
from the mains in the event of accident
or breakdown. Don’t operate the product
again until it has been fully checked by an