Ryobi RY100PWA, Manual

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Original Instructions
IMPORTANT!
It is essential that you read the instructions
in this manual before assembling, operating,
and maintaining the product.
Subject to technical modification.
Safety, performance, and dependability have
been given top priority in the design of your
electric high pressure cleaner.
INTENDED USE
The electric high pressure cleaner is intended
only for outdoor use. For safety reasons, the
product must be adequately controlled by a
two-handed operation.
The product is designed for home or domestic
use. It is intended to clean machines, vehicles,
buildings, floors, tools, facades, terraces,
floors, and concrete walkways by removal of
stubborn dirt using clean water with or without
cleaning detergent.
The product should be used in well-illuminated
conditions.
Do not use the product for any other purpose.
WARNING! The product is designed for
use with a neutral cleaning agent supplied or
recommended by the manufacturer. The use
of other cleaning agents or chemicals may
adversely affect the safety of the product.
GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING! Read all safety warnings and
all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings
and instructions may result in electric shock,
fire, and/or serious injury.
■ The product is not intended for use by
children or persons with reduced physical,
sensory, or mental capabilities, or lack of
experience and knowledge. Children should
be adequately supervised to ensure they do
not play with the product.
■ Wear complete personal protective
equipment when operating the product,
such as boots, safety gloves, safety helmets
with visor, and hearing protection. Use
high-impact visors only with liquid splash
protection.
WARNING! Do not use the product when
people are within range, unless they wear
protective clothing.
■ To reduce the risk of injury, keep children
and visitors away. All visitors should wear
safety glasses and be kept at a safe
distance from the work area.
■ Ensure that the safety devices are in good
working condition. Make sure that all safety
devices are operating properly before each
use.
■ Do not use the product if the power cord
or other important parts, such as safety
devices, high-pressure hoses, or trigger
gun, are damaged.
■ Exercise caution when opening the trigger.
Hold the trigger handle firmly with two hands
to avoid injury when the trigger handle kicks
back.
WARNING! During use of high pressure
cleaners, aerosols may be formed. Inhalation
of aerosols can be hazardous to health.
Depending on the application, shielded nozzles
can be used for high pressure cleaning, which
will reduce the emission of hydrous aerosols.
However, not all applications allow the use
of such a device. If shielded nozzles are not
applicable for the protection against aerosols,
a respiratory mask of class FFP 2 or equivalent
may be needed, depending on the cleaning
environment.
■ Always stop the product when you leave it
unattended.
■ High pressure jet is dangerous if misused.
Do not direct the jet to people, live electrical
equipment, or the product itself.
■ To avoid a risk of explosion, do not spray
flammable liquids.
■ Do not direct the jet against yourself or
others to clean clothes or footwear.
■ Do not use the product to clean electronic
devices, clothes, or footwear.
■ High pressure hoses, fittings, and couplings
are important for the safety of the product.
Use only hoses, fittings, and couplings that
are recommended by the manufacturer.
■ Injuries may be caused, or aggravated, by
prolonged use of a tool. When using any
tool for prolonged periods, ensure you take
regular breaks.
CAUTION The product must not be used
on a drinking water supply without a backflow
preventer that corresponds to EN 12729 Type
BA. Water that has flowed through a backflow
preventer is considered non-drinkable. Always
observe the regulations of your local water
utility company when connecting the product
to a water supply line.