Ryobi RY60511A, Operator'S Manual

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Do not use near underground electric cables, telephone
lines, pipes, or hoses. If in doubt, contact your utility or
telephone company to locate underground services.
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If the unit strikes a foreign object, stop the engine, dis-
connect the spark plug, thoroughly inspect the machine
for any damage, and repair the damage before restarting
and operating the machine.
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Never leave the operating position when the engine is
running.
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Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug before
unclogging the tines and when making any repairs, ad-
justments, or inspections.
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Do not overload the machine capacity by cultivating too
deep in a single pass or at too fast a rate.
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Be aware that the equipment may unexpectedly bounce
upward or jump forward if the tines should strike buried
obstacles such as large stones, roots, or stumps.
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Never operate the equipment on a slope.
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Use extreme caution when pulling the machine towards
you.
n Start the engine carefully according to instructions from
a normal operating position and with feet well away from
the tines.
REFUELING
n Fuel is highly flammable. Take precautions when using
to reduce the chance of serious personal injury.
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Store fuel in a cool, well-ventilated area, safely away from
spark and/or flame-producing equipment.
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Store fuel in containers specifically designed for this
purpose.
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Only refuel outdoors and do not smoke while refueling.
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Add fuel before starting the engine. Never remove the cap
of the fuel tank or add fuel while the engine is running or
when the engine is hot.
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If fuel is spilled, do not attempt to start the engine but
move the machine away from the area of spillage and
avoid creating any source of ignition until fuel vapors
have dissipated.
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Replace all fuel tank and container caps securely.
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When draining the fuel tank, use an approved fuel storage
container while in a well-ventilated area.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES