Ryobi RCV36, Original Instructions Manual

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BATTERY TOOL USE AND CARE
■ 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.
■ Use power tools only with specifically
designated battery packs. Use of any other
battery packs may create a risk of injury
and fire.
■ 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.
■ 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.
CULTIVATOR SAFETY WARNINGS
■ Wear a face filter in dusty conditions to
reduce the risk of injury associated with the
inhalation of dust.
■ Use the product across the face of slopes,
never up and down. Exercise extreme
caution when changing direction on slopes.
■ Exercise extreme caution when reversing
or pulling the product towards you.
■ Never pick up or carry the product while the
motor is running.
■ Do not operate the product near
underground electric cables, telephone
lines, pipes, or hoses.
■ Do not use the product on rocky surfaces.
■ Use the product only in daylight or good
artificial light.
■ Keep proper footing and balance at all
times, especially on slopes.
■ Do not walk backwards when using the
product.
■ Walk, never run with the product.
■ Do not use the product near drop-offs,
ditches, excessively steep slopes, or
embankments. Poor footing could cause a
slip-and-fall accident.
■ Exercise extreme caution when working on
difficult soil. If the soil is very hard, water a
few days before cultivation.
■ Avoid working the soil when soggy or wet.
Wait a day or two after heavy rain for the
ground to dry.
■ Keep hands and feet away from the
rotating tines at all times and especially
when turning on the motor or when the
engine is running.
■ Beware of objects thrown by the rotating
tines. 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
rotating tines.
■ Beware; the tines continue to rotate after
the motor is turned off.
■ Turn off the product and make sure that
all moving parts have come to a complete
stop:
● before servicing
● before leaving the product unattended
● before cleaning the product or clearing
a blockage
● before changing accessories
● before checking for any damage after
hitting an object
● before checking for any damage if the
product starts to vibrate abnormally
● before performing maintenance
■ Always ensure that ventilation openings
are kept clear of debris.
■ Make sure that all the protective devices
are fitted and in good condition.
■ Do not modify the product in any way
as this may increase the risk of injury to
yourself or others.
■ Injuries may be caused or aggravated by
prolonged use of a tool. When using any
tool for prolonged periods, ensure to take
regular breaks.