Ryobi RYSNW00, Operator'S Manual

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SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
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The snow thrower is designed to move loose or powdery
snow that has not been compacted. Attempting to remove
heavy loads of compacted snow or frozen accumulation
can damage the tool.
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For household use only.

Never direct discharged material toward anyone. Avoid
discharging material against a wall or obstruction. Material
may ricochet back toward the operator. Stop the snow
thrower when crossing gravel or rocky surfaces.
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If the snow thrower strikes a foreign object, follow these
steps:
• Release the switch trigger and wait until the unit comes
to a complete stop.
• Remove the spark plug wire, disconnect from the power
supply, or remove the battery pack.
• Thoroughly inspect the snow thrower for any damage.
• Repair any damage before restarting and continuing to
operate the snow thrower.

Do not lift up or hold the snow thrower above the ground
when operating, which can result in loss of control and
possible serious personal injury. Only operate the snow
thrower in accordance with the operating instructions
provided in this operator’s manual.
 Always stop the engine or motor and remove the spark
plug wire, disconnect from the power supply or remove the
battery pack before making any adjustments, changing
accessories, or storing the snow blower. Such preven-
tive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the snow
blower accidentally.

Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and use
them to instruct others who may use this tool. If you loan
someone this tool, loan them these instructions also.
NOTE: SEE YOUR POWER HEAD OPERATOR’S MANUAL
FOR ADDITIONAL SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES.

Wear rubber boots when operating the snow thrower.
Protective footwear will protect your feet and improve
your footing on slippery surfaces. Do not go barefoot or
wear sandals.
 Keep firm footing and balance. Do not overreach. Over-
reaching can result in loss of balance.

Do not operate the snow thrower in a direction that will
cause snow to be thrown on people or pets. Thrown snow
or other objects can cause serious personal injuries.
 Store Idle Snow Throwers Indoors — When not in use,
snow thrower should be stored indoors in a dry, locked
up place — unplugged and out of the reach of children.

Never use snow thrower near fires, fireplaces, hot ashes,
bar becue pits, etc. Use near fires or ashes can spread
fires and result in serious injury and/or property damage.
 Never use snow thrower to spread chemicals, fertilizers,
or any other toxic substances. Spreading these sub-
stances could result in serious injury to the operator or
bystanders.

Never place snow thrower on any surface, except a hard,
clean surface when motor is running. Gravel, sand, and
other debris can be picked up by the impeller and thrown
at the operator or bystanders, causing possible serious
injuries.
 Check the work area before each use. Remove all objects
such as rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, or string which
can be thrown or become entangled in the machine.

Do not use snow thrower on ice, which can cause the
operator to slip and fall, resulting in possible serious
personal injury.

Never use snow thrower on frozen lakes, rivers, or similar
surfaces. Serious injury or death could occur if the ice
breaks.

Never use the snow thrower on a rooftop or other unstable
surface, which can result in death or serious personal
injury.