Ryobi VC722, Operator'S Manual

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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Do not abuse cord. Never carry charger or base by
the cord or yank to disconnect from electrical outlet.
Grasp charger, not the cord, and pull to unplug. Do
not allow cord to hang over edge of table or counter
or to touch hot surfaces.
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Do not use an extension cord unless absolutely nec-
essary. Plug charger directly into electrical outlet.
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Do not handle charger or hand vac with wet hands.
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Do not use for wet pick-up. hand vac is for dry pick-
up only.
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Do not use hand vac outdoors or on wet surfaces.
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Do not put any objects in ventilation openings. Do
not use with any opening blocked: keep openings free
of dust, lint, hair, and anything that may reduce air
flow.
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Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of the
body away from openings and moving parts.
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Keep exhaust away from face, eyes, and hair during
use.
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NEVER vacuum materials such as hot coals, ciga-
rette butts, matches, etc.
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Do not use without dust bowl and filter in place.
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Turn off all controls before unplugging from or plug-
ging into an electrical outlet for charging.
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Use extra care when using on stairs.
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Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liq-
uids such as gasoline or use in areas where such
liquids may be present.
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Do not use to pick up hard objects such as nails,
screws, coins, etc. Damage or injury could result.
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This hand vac does not have to be plugged into an
electrical outlet, therefore it is always in operating
condition. Be aware of possible hazards when using
your hand vac or when changing accessories.
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USE ONLY THE CHARGER PROVIDED WITH YOUR
HAND VAC. Do not substitute any other charger. Use
of another charger could cause batteries to explode
causing possible serious injury.
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DO NOT PLACE HAND VAC NEAR FIRE OR HEAT.
The batteries inside the hand vac may explode.
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DO NOT CHARGE HAND VAC IN A DAMP OR WET
LOCATION. Do not use charger outdoors.
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Your hand vac should be charged in a location where
the temperature is more than 50°F but less than 100°F.
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Under extreme usage or temperature conditions,
battery leakage may occur. If liquid comes in con-
tact with skin, wash immediately with soap and
water, then neutralize with lemon juice or vinegar.
If liquid gets into your eyes, flush them with clean
water for at least 10 minutes, then seek immedi-
ate medical attention. Following this rule will reduce
the risk of serious personal injury.
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Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord to carry
the charger. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp
edges, or moving parts. Replace damaged cords
immediately. Damaged cords may create a fire.
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A battery operated tool with integral batteries or a
separate battery pack must be recharged only with
the specified charger for the battery. A charger that
may be suitable for one type of battery may create a
risk of fire when used with another battery. Use bat-
tery only with charger listed.
BATTERY 1311145
CHARGER 7222701
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Use battery operated tool only with specifically
designated battery pack. Use of any other batteries
may create a risk of fire. Use only with battery pack
listed.
Service
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Tool service must be performed only by qualified
repair personnel. Service or maintenance performed
by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of in-
jury.
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When servicing a tool, use only identical replace-
ment parts. Follow instructions in the Maintenance
section of this manual. Use of unauthorized parts
or failure to follow Maintenance Instructions may cre-
ate a risk of electric shock or injury.
WARNING:
Batteries vent hydrogen gas and can explode in the
presence of a source of ignition, such as a pilot light.
To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, never
use any cordless product in the presence of open
flame. An exploded battery can propel debris and
chemical. If exposed, flush with water immediately.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of electric shock, use indoors
only.