Safety
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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
Your blower has been engineered and manufactured to
Ryobi’s high standard for dependability, ease of operation,
and operator safety. When properly cared for, it will give
you years of trouble-free performance.
Thank you for buying a Ryobi product.
WARNING
When using battery operated tools basic safety
precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk
of fire, leaking batteries and personal injury, including the
following.
Read all these instructions before operating this product
and keep for future reference.
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Do not allow children or untrained individuals to use this
unit.
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Wear heavy long trousers, non-slip safety footwear and
gloves.
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Never operate unit while bare foot or wearing open
shoes.
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Do not wear loose clothing, or jewelry that might get
entangled in this unit.
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Do not touch the fan when operating this unit.
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Keep all bystanders, children, and pets at least 15 m
(50 feet) away. Remember that the operator or user is
responsible for accidents occurring to bystanders, their
property, as well as themselves.
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Check for damaged parts. Before further use of the
appliance, any part that is damaged should be carefully
checked to determine that it will operate properly and
perform its intended function.
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Check for breakage of parts and any other conditions
that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that
is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by
an authorized service center. Following this rule will
reduce the risk of shock, fire,or serious injury.
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Do not force the product. Use the correct tool for your
application. The correct tool will do the job better and
safer at the rate for which it is designed.
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Do not over-reach. Keep proper footing and balance
at all times. Proper footing and balance enables better
control of the product in unexpected situations.
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Secure long hair so it can not become entangled in
moving parts or air intake.
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Do not operate this unit when you are tired, ill, or under
the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication.
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Do not operate in poor lighting.
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Never let anyone use your unit who has not received
adequate instructions in the unit’s proper use.
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Keep the handles dry and clean.
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Consider work area environment. Do not expose power
tools to rain. Do not use power tools in damp or wet
locations. Keep work area lit. Do not use power tools
where there is risk to cause fire or explosion.
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Store battery or idle tools. When not in use, tools and
batteries should be stored separately in dry, high or
locked up areas out of reach of children. Ensure that
battery terminals cannot be shorted by other metal
parts such as screws, nails, etc.
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Disconnect the tool from its battery pack when not in
use, disconnecting the blower tube before service.
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Avoid unintentional starting. Do not carry the tool with a
finger on the switch.
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Stay alert. Watch what you are doing. Use common
sense. Do not operate tool when you are tired.
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Have your tool repaired by a qualified person. This tool
is in accordance with the relevant safety requirements.
Repairs should only be carried out by qualified persons
using original spare parts, otherwise this may result in
considerable danger to the user.
WARNING
Use only the manufacturer’s replacement parts. Failure
to do so may cause poor performance, possible injury
and may void your warranty.
BATTERY TOOL USE AND CARE
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Ensure the switch is in the off position before inserting
battery pack. Inserting the battery pack into power tools
that have the switch on invites accidents.
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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 power tools 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.
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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, seek
medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause
irritation or burns.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. REFER TO THEM
FREQUENTLY AND USE THEM TO INSTRUCT OTHERS
WHO MAY USE THIS UNIT. IF YOU LOAN SOMEONE
THIS UNIT, LOAN THEM THESE INSTRUCTIONS ALSO.
