Ryobi RPT-43W, Owner'S Operating Manual

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8. Thoroughly inspect the area where the Trimmer is to be
used and remove all foreign objects.
1. Stay alert. Focus on safe operation and be aware of
your operating environment.
2. Do not operate Trimmer if it is damaged or not securely
and fully assembled.
3. Only well instructed adults should operate Trimmer.
Never allow children to operate Trimmer.
4. Keep children away. Keep all bystanders at least 15 m
away.
5. This Trimmer is only intended for trimming, scalping,
and mowing. Do not use Trimmer for any job except
that for which it is intended. Do not use for edging,
pruning or hedge trimming.
6. The Trimmer line may be spinning during carburetor
adjustments. Make carburetor adjustments with lower
end supported to prevent trimmer line from contacting
any object.
7. Maintain your balance and proper footing at all times.
Do not overreach.
8. Keep all parts of your body away from cutting area, the
rotating trimmer lines and hot surfaces.
9. Hold the unit firmly with both hands.
10. Do not force Trimmer. It will do the job better and with
less likelihood of a risk of injury by using it at the rate for
which it was designed.
11. Never start or run the unit inside a closed room or
building; breathing exhaust fumes can kill.
12. After turning the Trimmer off, make sure the
trimmer line has stopped before approaching the
trimmer head.
DESCRIPITION
1. Trimmer head assembly
2. Cut-off knife
3. Safety guard
4. Bevel handle
5. Engine air intake screen
6. Fuel tank
7. Fuel primer bulb
8. Air filter cover
9. Choke lever
10. Recoil starter handle
11. String storage
12. Throttle lever
13. Swivel control lever
14. Upper handle
15. Middle handle
16. Lower handle
17. On/Off ignition switch
18. Spark plug
19. Muffler
20. Front handle
CAUTION!
Prolonged exposure to vibrations through use of gasoline
powered hand tools could cause blood vessel or nerve
damage in fingers, hands, and joints of people prone to
circulation disorders or abnormal swellings. Extensive use
in cold weather has been linked to blood vessel damage in
otherwise healthy people. If symptoms occur such as
numbness, pain, loss of strength, change in skin color or
texture, or loss of feeling in the fingers, hands, or joints,
discontinue the use of this tool and seek medical attention.
FUEL SAFETY:
1. Mix and pour fuel outdoors WHERE THERE ARE NO
SPARKS OR FLAMES.
2. Use a container approved for gasoline.
3. Do not smoke or allow smoking near fuel or the Trimmer.
4. Avoid spilling fuel or oil. Wipe up all fuel spills.
5. Move at least 3 m away from fueling site before starting
engine.
6. Stop engine and allow to cool before removing fuel cap.
Remove fuel cap slowly.
MAINTENANCE & STORAGE OF TRIMMER:
WARNING!
1. Disconnect the spark plug before performing
maintenance.
2. Maintain Trimmer with care. Inspect Trimmer periodically.
If Trimmer is not working properly or damaged, have it
repaired by a qualified service center.
3. Check for misalignment of moving parts, binding of
moving parts, broken parts, mounting, and any other
condition that may affect its operation.
4. Keep guards in place and in working order.
5. A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly
repaired or replaced by a qualified service center.
6. Do not remove or modify any parts. Removing or
modifying parts could lead to injury, damage the Trimmer
and will void the warranty.
7. Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.
8. Allow engine to cool and empty the fuel tank before
storing or transporting in vehicle. Use up remaining fuel in
the carburetor by starting the engine and letting it run until
it stops.
9. When not in use, store Trimmer indoors in a dry location.
Store Trimmer in a locked area out of the reach of
children.
10.Store unit and fuel in area where fuel vapors cannot
reach sparks or open flames from water heaters, electric
motors or switches, furnaces, etc.
WARNING!
Your equipment can throw small objects at high speed
causing personal injury or property damage.
WHILE OPERATING TRIMMER:
WHILE OPERATING TRIMMER: