Line Trimmer Safety Warnings - Ryobi RLT3123 Original Instructions Manual

from the power supply immediately. Do not
touch the electric cables until the power
supply has been disconnected.
Make sure the power cord is positioned so
that it cannot be damaged by the cutting
means and will not be stepped on, tripped
over or otherwise subjected to damage or
stress.
Never pick up or carry the product by the
electric cable.
Never pull by the power cord to disconnect
from the power supply.
Keep the power cord away from heat, oil
and sharp edges.
Make sure voltage is correct for your
product. A nameplate on the product
indicates the product's voltage. Never
connect the product to an AC voltage that
differs from this voltage.
Make sure the switch is in Off position
before disconnecting from power supply.
PREPARATION
Wear full eye and hearing protection while
operating the product. If working in an area
where there is a risk of falling objects, head
protection must be worn.
Hearing protection
operators ability to hear warning sounds,
pay particular attention to potential hazards
around and inside the working area.
Wear heavy long trousers, boots, and
gloves. Do not wear loose fitting clothing,
short trousers, jewellery of any kind, or use
with bare feet.
Secure long hair so it is above shoulder
level to prevent entanglement in moving
parts.
Before use and after any impact, check that
there are no damaged parts. A defective
switch or any part that is damaged or worn
should be properly repaired or replaced by
an authorized service facility.
Make sure the cutting attachment is
properly installed and securely fastened.
Never operate the product unless all
guards, deflectors and handles are properly
and securely attached.
Consider the environment in which you are
working. Keep the working area free from
wires, sticks, stones and debris which if
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may restrict the
struck by the cutter can become thrown
objects.

LINE TRIMMER SAFETY WARNINGS

Never allow children, persons with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities
or lack of experience and knowledge or
people unfamiliar with these instructions
to use the product. Local regulations may
restrict the age of the operator.
Use the product in daylight or good artificial
light.
Avoid using on wet grass.
Keep proper footing and balance at all
times.
Do not walk backwards when using the
product.
Keep firm footing and balance. Do not
overreach. Overreaching can result in loss
of balance. Always be sure of the footing
on slopes, and walk, never run.
Keep bystanders, children and pets 15m
away from the area of operation, stop the
product if anyone enters the area.
Keep the cutting attachment below waist
level.
Never operate the product with damaged
guards or without guards in place.
Never fit a metal replacement line.
Keep hands and feet away from the cutting
means at all times and especially when
switching on the motor.
Beware, the cutting elements continue to
rotate after the motor is switched off.
Beware of objects thrown by the cutting
means. Clear debris like small stones,
gravel and other foreign objects from the
work area before starting operation. Wires
or string may become entangled with the
cutting means.
Switch off and disconnect from the power
supply before:
servicing
leaving the product unattended
cleaning your product or clearing a
blockage
changing accessories
checking for any damage after hitting an
object
checking for any damage if the product