Ryobi RLM18X36250, Original Instructions Manual

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WARNING
Servicing requires extreme care and
knowledge and should be performed only by
a quali fi ed service technician. For service,
bring the product to an authorised service
centre for repair. When servicing, use only
original replacement parts.
■ Stop the product, remove the isolator key
and the battery. Make sure that all moving
parts have come to a complete stop before
any cleaning or maintenance task.
■ You may make adjustments and repairs
described here. For other repairs, contact
an authorised service centre.
■ Replace worn or damaged part for safety.
■ Check the grass catcher frequently for
wear or deterioration.
■ After each use, clean the product with a
soft dry cloth. Any part that is damaged
should be properly repaired or replaced by
an authorised service centre.
■ Check all nuts, bolts and screws at frequent
intervals for proper tightness to ensure the
product is in safe working condition.
■ Be careful during adjustment of the product
to prevent entrapment of the fingers
between moving blades and fixed parts of
the product.
■ When servicing the blades, be aware that
even though the power source is switched
off, the blades can still be moved.
■ The blade on the product is sharp. Use
extreme caution and wear heavy-duty
gloves when fitting, replacing, cleaning or
checking bolt security.
■ Replace damaged blades and bolts in sets
to preserve balance.
CLEARING BLOCKAGES
■ Stop the product, remove the isolator key
and the battery. Make sure that all moving
parts have come to a complete stop.
■ Always wear heavy-duty gloves when
checking or clearing a blockage.
■ The blades are sharp and the blockage
itself could be a sharp object.
■ Remove the grass catcher, check for and
carefully clear obstructions.
■ Check the grass discharge chute for
blockages and carefully clear.
■ Turn the product on its side, check its
underside, and the area around the
blade. If any blockages are found, remove
carefully. Remember the blade may move
during cleaning.
RESIDUAL RISKS
Even when the product is used as prescribed,
it is still impossible to completely eliminate
certain residual risk factors. The following
hazards may arise in use and the operator
should pay special attention to avoid the
following:
■ injury caused by vibration
● Always use the right tool for the job. Use
designated handles and restrict working
time and exposure.
■ injury caused by noise
● Exposure to noise can cause hearing
injury. Wear ear protection and limit
exposure.
■ injury from contact with the blades
■ injury caused by thrown objects
RISK REDUCTION
It has been reported that vibrations from
handheld tools may contribute to a condition
called Raynaud’s Syndrome. Symptoms may
include tingling, numbness and blanching of
the fi ngers, usually apparent upon exposure
to cold. Hereditary factors, exposure to cold
and dampness, diet, smoking and work
practices are all thought to contribute to the
development of these symptoms. There are
measures that can be taken by the operator
to possibly reduce the effects of vibration:
■ Keep your body warm in cold weather.
When operating the product, wear gloves
to keep the hands and wrists warm. It is
reported that cold weather is a major factor
contributing to Raynaud’s Syndrome.
■ After each period of operation, exercise to
increase blood circulation.
■ Take frequent work breaks. Limit the
amount of exposure per day.
If you experience any of the symptoms of this
condition, immediately discontinue use and
see your physician.
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