Ryobi RLT36BS, Original Instructions Manual

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■ Do not operate the product with damaged guards or
without guards in place.
■ Do not fit a metal replacement line.
■ Keep hands and feet away from the cutting means at all
times and especially when turning on the motor.
■ Beware, the cutting means continue to rotate after the
motor is turned 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.
■ Turn off the product, and remove the battery pack.
Make sure that all moving parts have come to a
complete stop:
● before servicing
● before leaving the product unattended
● before clearing a blockage
● before checking, cleaning, and working on the
product
● before changing accessories
● after striking a foreign object
● whenever performing maintenance
● whenever the product starts to vibrate abnormally
■ Wear full eye and hearing protection while operating the
product. If working in an area where there is a risk of
falling objects, head protection must be worn.
■ Hearing protection may restrict the operator’s ability
to hear warning sounds. Pay particular attention to
potential hazards around and inside the working area.
■ Wear heavy, long trousers, boots, and gloves. Do not
wear loose fitting clothing, short trousers, jewellery of
any kind, or use with bare feet.
■ Secure long hair so that it is above shoulder level to
prevent entanglement in moving parts.
■ 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.
■ Before use and after any impact, check that there are
no damaged parts. A defective switch or any part that is
damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an
authorised service centre.
■ Make sure that the cutting head attachment is properly
installed and securely fastened.
■ Make sure that all the 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 turn off and remove the battery pack in
the event of accident or breakdown. Do not operate
the product again until it has been fully checked by an
authorised service centre.
WARNING
Ensure that the line cut-off blade in the guard is properly
positioned and secured before each use.
ADDITIONAL BATTERY SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, personal injury, and product
damage due to a short circuit, never immerse your
tool, battery pack, or charger in fluid or allow a fluid to
flow inside them. Corrosive or conductive fluids, such
as seawater, certain industrial chemicals, and bleach
or bleach-containing product, etc., can cause a short
circuit.
TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE
■ Stop the product and allow it to cool down before
storing or transporting. Do not store or transport the
product with the battery pack fitted. Remove the battery
pack and secure them separately.
■ Clean all foreign material from the product. Store it in a
cool, dry, and well-ventilated place that is inaccessible
to children. Keep the product away from corrosive
agents such as garden chemicals and de-icing salts.
Do not store outdoors.
■ For transportation in vehicles, secure the product
against movement or falling to prevent injury to persons
or damage to the product.
TRANSPORTING LITHIUM BATTERIES
Transport the battery pack in accordance with local and
national provisions and regulations. Follow all special
requirements on packaging and labelling when transporting
batteries by a third party.
Ensure that no battery packs can come in contact with
other batteries or conductive materials while in transport
by protecting exposed connectors with insulating, non-
conductive caps or tape. Do not transport battery packs
that are cracked or leaking. Check with the forwarding
company for further advice.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING
Use only original manufacturer’s replacement parts,
accessories, and attachments. Failure to do so can cause
possible injury, can contribute to poor performance, and
may void your warranty.