Thank you for buying a Ryobi trimmer.
Your new trimmer has been engineered and manu-
factured to Ryobi’s high standard for dependability, ease
of operation, and operator safety. Properly cared for,
it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read
and understand the operator’s manual.
WARNING
Do not attempt to operate this trimmer until you
have read thoroughly and understood completely
all instructions, safety rules etc contained in this
manual. Failure to comply may result in
accidents involving fire, electric shock or serious
personal injury. Save operator’s manual and
review frequently for continuing safe operation,
and instructing others who may use this tool.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
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For safe operation, read and understand all
instructions before using the trimmer/brushcutter.
Follow all safety instructions. Failure to follow all
safety instructions listed below, can result in serious
personal injury.
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Do not allow children or untrained individuals to use
this unit.
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Never start or run the engine in a closed or poorly
ventilated area; breathing exhaust fumes can kill.
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Clear 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 string head or blade.
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Wear full eye and hearing protection while operating
this unit.
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Wear heavy long pants, boots, and gloves. Do not
wear loose fitting clothing, short pants, jewelry of
any kind, or go barefoot.
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Secure long hair so it is above shoulder level to
prevent entanglement in any moving parts.
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Keep all bystanders, children, and pets at least 15 m
(50 ft.) away.
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Do not operate this unit when you are tired, ill,
or under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or
medication.
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Do not operate in poor lighting.
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Keep firm footing and balance. Do not overreach.
Overreaching can result in loss of balance or
exposure to hot surfaces.
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Keep all parts of your body away from any
moving part.
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Do not touch area around the muffler or cylinder of
the trimmer/brushcutter, these parts get hot from
operation.
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Always stop the engine and remove the spark plug
wire before making any adjustments or repairs except
for carburetor adjustments.
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Inspect the unit before each use for loose fasteners,
fuel leaks, etc. Replace any damaged parts
before use.
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The string head or blade will rotate during carburetor
adjustments.
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It has been reported that vibrations from hand-held
tools may contribute to a condition called Raynaud’s
Syndrome in certain individuals. Symptoms may
include tingling, numbness and blanching of the
fingers, usually apparent upon exposure to cold.
Hereditary factors, exposure to cold and dampness,
diet, smoking and work practices are all thought to
contribute to the development of these symptoms.
It is presently unknown what, if any, vibrations or
extent of exposure may contribute to the condition.
There are measures that can be taken by the
operator to possibly reduce the effects of vibration:
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SYMBOLS
Important:
Some of the following symbols may be used on your tool. Please study them and learn their meaning.
Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and more safely.
SYMBOLS
NAME
EXPLANATION
Conforms to all regulatory standards in the country in the EU
where the product is purchased.
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