General Safety Rules - Ryobi BS1001SV Operator's Manual

WARNING:
Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow
all instructions listed below, may result in electric shock,
fire and/or serious personal injury.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
n KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL. Read the operator's
manual carefully. Learn the applications and limitations
as well as specific potential hazards related to this tool.
n GUARD AGAINST ELECTRICAL SHOCK by prevent-
ing body contact with grounded surfaces. For example:
pipes, radiators, ranges, refrigerator enclosures.
n KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working order. Never
operate the tool with any guard or cover removed. Make
sure all guards are operating properly before each use.
n REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form
habit of checking to see keys and adjusting wrenches are
removed from tool before turning it on.
n KEEP THE WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered work areas
and work benches invite accidents.
n DON'T USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS. Do not
use power tools near gasoline or other flammable liquids,
in damp or wet locations or expose them to rain. Keep
work area well lighted.
n KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS AWAY. All visitors
should wear safety glasses and be kept a safe distance
from work area.
n MAKE WORKSHOP CHILDPROOF with padlocks,
master switches, or by removing starter keys.
n DON'T FORCE THE TOOL. It will do the job better and
safer at the rate for which it was designed.
n USE THE RIGHT TOOL. Do not force the tool or attach-
ment to do a job for which it was not designed.
n USE THE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make sure
your extension cord is in good condition. When using
an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to
carry the current your product will draw. An undersized
cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of
power and overheating. A wire gauge size (A.W.G.) of at
least 14 is recommended for an extension cord 25 feet
or less in length. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge.
The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord.
n WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear loose clothing,
neckties, or jewelry that can get caught in the tool's mov-
ing parts and cause personal injury. Nonslip footwear is
recommended when working outdoors. Wear protective
hair covering to contain long hair.
n ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES WITH SIDE
SHIELDS. Everyday eyeglasses have only impact-resis-
tant lenses; they are NOT safety glasses.
n SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work when
practical. It's safer than using your hand and it frees both
hands to operate tool.

GENERAL SAFETY RULES

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n DO NOT OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance
at all times.
n MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and
clean for best and safest performance. Follow instructions
for lubricating and changing accessories.
n DISCONNECT ALL TOOLS. When not in use, before
servicing, or when changing attachments, blades, bits,
cutters, etc., all tools should be disconnected from power
source.
n REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING.
Be sure switch is off when plugging in.
n USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Consult the
operator's manual for recommended accessories. The
use of improper accessories may cause risk of injury.
n NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could oc-
cur if the tool is tipped or if the blade is unintentionally
contacted.
n CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the
tool, a guard or other part that is damaged should be
carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly
and perform its intended function. Check for alignment
of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of
parts, mounting and any other conditions that may affect
its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged must
be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service
center to avoid risk of personal injury.
n DIRECTION OF FEED. Feed work into a blade or cutter
against the direction or rotation of the blade or cutter
only.
n NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED.
TURN POWER OFF. Don't leave tool until it comes to a
complete stop.
n DON'T ABUSE CORD. Never carry tool by the cord or
yank it to disconnect from receptacle. Keep cord from
heat, oil, and sharp edges.
n PROTECT YOUR LUNGS. Wear a face or dust mask if
the cutting operation is dusty.
n PROTECT YOUR HEARING. Wear hearing protection
during extended periods of operation.
n BLADE COASTS AFTER TURN OFF.
n KEEP TOOL DRY, CLEAN, AND FREE FROM OIL AND
GREASE. Always use a clean cloth when cleaning. Never
use brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based products, or
any solvents to clean tool.
n INSPECT TOOL CORDS AND EXTENSION CORDS
PERIODICALLY and, if damaged, have repaired by a
qualified service technician. Stay constantly aware of cord
location and keep it well away from the rotating wheel.
n NEVER USE IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE. Normal
sparking of the motor could ignite fumes.
n USE ONLY OUTDOOR EXTENSION CORDS with ap-
proved ground connection that are intended for use
outdoors and so marked.