Residual Risks - Ryobi R18PS Original Instructions Manual

Safety, performance, and dependability have been given
top priority in the design of your palm sander.
INTENDED USE
The palm sander is intended to be used only by adults who
have read and understood the instructions and warnings in
this manual, and can be considered responsible for their
actions.
The product is intended for sanding and finishing metal,
wood, plastic or similar materials using the abrasive pads
or sheets provided.
The product should only be used in well ventilated areas.
This product is designed for dry sanding only. Do not use
for wet sanding.
The product is intended for consumer use only. Do not use
the product for any other purpose.
WARNING
Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations
and specifications provided with this power tool.
Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in
electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
PALM SANDER SAFETY WARNINGS
Always wear safety goggles and a dust mask when
sanding, especially sanding overhead.
A suitable breathing respirator must be worn while
sanding lead paint, some woods and metal to avoid
breathing the harmful/toxic dust or air. Contact with
or inhalation of dust produced from these materials can
endanger the health of operator and bystanders.
Do not throw sanding dust on an open fire because
materials in fine particle form may be explosive.
Do not use the product for wet sanding.
Do not use sanding paper larger than needed. Extra
paper extending beyond the sanding pad can also
cause serious lacerations.
When not in use, all tools should be disconnected from
power source.
Caution, fire hazard! Avoid overheating the object being
sanded as well as the sander. Always empty the dust
collector before taking breaks.
Protect the battery against heat (e.g., continuous
intense sunlight and fire), water, and moisture.
Properly dispose of dropped or damaged battery
immediately.
Clamp workpiece with
Unclamped workpieces can cause severe injury and
damage. Do not hold the material you are sanding by
hand.
Do not apply excessive pressure to the product.
TRANSPORTING LITHIUM BATTERIES
Transport the battery in accordance with local and national
provisions and regulations.
Follow all special requirements on packaging and labelling
when transporting batteries by a third party. Ensure that
no batteries can come in contact with other batteries
or conductive materials while in transport by protecting
exposed connectors with insulating, non-conductive caps
or tape. Do not transport batteries that are cracked or
leaking. Check with the forwarding company for further
advice.
Even when the product is used as prescribed, it is still
impossible to completely eliminate certain residual risk
factors. The following hazards may arise and the operator
should pay special attention to avoid the following:
a clamping device.
Ambient temperature range for tool during operation is
between 0°C and 40°C.
Ambient temperature range for tool storage is between
0°C and 40°C.
The recommended ambient temperature range for the
charging system during charging is between 10°C and
38°C.
ADDITIONAL BATTERY SAFETY WARNING
WARNING
damage due to a short circuit, never immerse your
as seawater, certain industrial chemicals, and bleach
or bleach containing products, etc., can cause a short
circuit.
Ambient temperature range for battery during use is
between 0°C and 40°C.
Ambient temperature range for battery storage is
between 0°C and 20°C.

RESIDUAL RISKS

Injury caused by dust
NOTE: Using the product will produce considerable
amount of dust and fine particles. Use the dust
collection device or connect a dust extraction vacuum
when operating the product. Wear dust masks
containing filters appropriate to the materials being
worked on. Ensure adequate workplace ventilation. Do
not eat, drink, or smoke in the work area. Only operate
on materials which are specified in the Intended use
section. Do not operate on materials (e.g., asbestos)
which present a health hazard.
Injury caused by noise and vibration
NOTE: Wear ear protection during the sanding
operation. Do not operate the product for long periods
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