Ryobi RST36B51, Original Instructions Manual

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temperatures before starting to clear snow.
BATTERY TOOLS USE AND CARE
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Read, understand and always follow
the safety instructions which came with
your battery and charger. Failure to do
so may result in electric shock, fire or
other hazardous situations. Keep all the
instructions together in a safe place for
future reference.
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Battery-operated machine do not have
to be plugged into an electrical outlet;
therefore, they are always in operating
condition. Remove the battery pack before
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removing material from the product
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A battery pack must be recharged only with
the charger specified by the manufacturer.
Using a charger with an incompatible
battery pack may create a risk of fire. Use
only the charger listed in the instructions.
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Use only the battery pack intended
specifically for the machine. Use of any
other battery packs may result in a risk of
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When battery pack is not in use, keep it away
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coins, keys, nails, screws, or other small
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from one terminal to another. Shorting the
battery pack terminals together may cause
sparks, burns, fire or explosion.
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Do not place battery products or their
batteries near fire or heat. This increases
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Do not open or mutilate the battery pack.
Released electrolyte is corrosive and may
cause damage to the eyes or skin. It may
be toxic if swallowed.
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Protect the battery pack against moisture
and water. Do not charge the product in a
damp or wet location. Following this rule
will reduce the risk of electric shock.
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In case of damage and improper use of the
battery, vapour may be emitted. Provide
for fresh air and seek medical help in case
of complaints. The vapour can irritate the
respiratory system.
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Do not leave the battery pack inside a
vehicle in hot or cold conditions.
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The Lithuim-ion battery pack can be used
in temperatures down to -20°C. Put the
battery pack on the product and use the
product in a light duty application. After
about a minute, the pack will have warmed
up and begin operating normally.
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Do not incinerate the battery. When the
battery is beyond its useful life, dispose of it
correctly according to the local regulations
in your area.
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Under abusive conditions, liquid may be
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If contact accidentally occurs, flush with
water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally
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battery may cause irritation or burns.
CORDLESS SNOW THROWER SAFETY
RULES
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Do not put hands or feet near or under
rotating parts.
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Stay alert, watch what you are doing and
use common sense when operating the
product. A moment of inattention while
operating snow thrower may result in
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Exercise extreme caution when operating
on or crossing gravel drives, paths, or
roads. Stay alert for hidden hazards or
traffic.
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Never operate the machine at high
transport speeds on slippery surfaces. Use
care when reversing.
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Never direct discharge at bystanders or
allow anyone in front of the product.
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Do not clear snow across the face of slopes.
Exercise extreme caution when changing
direction on slopes. Do not attempt to clear
steep slopes.
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Never operate the product without proper
guards, plates or other safety protective
devices in place.
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Never operate the product near glass
enclosures, automobiles, windows, or
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snow discharge angle. Keep children and
pets away.
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Never place the product on any surface,
except a hard clean surface when motor
is running. Gravel, sand, and other debris
can be picked up by the air inlet and thrown
at the operator or bystanders, causing
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Do not overload the machine capacity by
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