Ryobi RWL350-G, Original Instructions Manual

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Safety, performance, and dependability have been given
top priority in the design of your wood lathe.
INTENDED USE
The wood lathe is designed for wood turning. When used
with different turning tools, the user can perform grooving,
roughing, cutting, and parting a wood piece. The user can
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and polishing the wood piece.
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on other materials such as metal, glass and plastics.
The product is intended to be used only by adults who
have read and understood the instructions and warnings
in this manual, and can be considered responsible for their
actions.
The product is to be used in dry conditions, with excellent
ambient lighting and adequate ventilation.
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for intended use. Use of the product for operations different
from intended could result in a hazardous situation.
GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING
Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations
and specifications provided with this power tool.
Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in
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Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-
operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless)
power tool.
WORK AREA SAFETY
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areas invite accidents.
Ŷ Do not operate power tools in explosive
atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable
liquids, gases or dust.
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which may ignite the dust or fumes.
Ŷ Keep children and bystanders away while operating
a power tool.
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control.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
Ŷ Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never
modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter
plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools.
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Ŷ Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded
surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges and
refrigerators.
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Ŷ Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.
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Ŷ Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for
carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool.
Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or
moving parts.
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Ŷ When operating a power tool outdoors, use an
extension cord suitable for outdoor use.
Use of a
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Ŷ If operating a power tool in a damp location is
unavoidable, use a residual current device (RCD)
protected supply.
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PERSONAL SAFETY
Ŷ Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use
common sense when operating a power tool. Do
not use a power tool while you are tired or under the
influence of drugs, alcohol or medication.
A moment
of inattention while operating power tools may result in
serious personal injury.
Ŷ Use personal protective equipment. Always wear
eye protection.
Protective equipment such as a dust
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protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce
personal injuries.
Ŷ Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch
is in the off -position before connecting to power
source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying
the tool.
Carrying power tools with your finger on the
switch or energising power tools that have the switch
on invites accidents.
Ŷ Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning
the power tool on.
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a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal
injury.
Ŷ Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance
at all times.
This enables better control of the power
tool in unexpected situations.
Ŷ Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewellery. Keep your hair and clothing away from
moving parts.
Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can
be caught in moving parts.
Ŷ If devices are provided for the connection of dust
extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are
connected and properly used.
Use of dust collection
can reduce dust-related hazards.
Ŷ Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use of
tools allow you to become complacent and ignore
tool safety principles.
A careless action can cause
severe injury within a fraction of a second.
POWER TOOL USE AND CARE
Ŷ Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power
tool for your application.
The correct power tool will
do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was
designed.
Ŷ Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn