Ryobi EXPAND-IT ABE04 Original Instructions Manual page 4

especially children, or pets are nearby.
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Keep all cooling air inlets clear of debris.
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Use rakes and brooms to loosen debris
before blowing.
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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
blown a considerable distance by high
velocity air.
For assembling with petrol-driven power
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Do not touch the area around the silencer
or the cylinder of the product. These parts
get hot from operation.
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Stop the engine and allow the product to
cool down before refuelling.
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For refuelling and fuel mixing, chose an
area that is well-ventilated, and is away
from ignition sources, such as sparks or
flames, and flammable materials.
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Do not smoke when mixing fuel or filling the
fuel tank.
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Mix and store fuel in a container approved
for fuel. Keep an appropriate type of fire
extinguisher nearby for dealing with fuel
fires.
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Remember to securely refit the fuel tank
cap before starting the engine. Check for
fuel leaks.
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Wipe away any fuel spillage. Move 9 m
away from refuelling site before starting
engine.
For assembling with electric-driven power
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Power tool plugs must match the outlet.
Never modify the plug in any way. Do
not use any adapter plugs with earthed
(grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs
and matching outlets will reduce the risk of
electric shock.
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Avoid body contact with earthed or
grounded surfaces,
radiators, ranges, and refrigerators. There
is an increased risk of electric shock if your
body is earthed or grounded.
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Do not expose power tools to rain or wet
conditions. Water entering the product will
increase the risk of electric shock.
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Do not abuse the cord. Never use the
cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the
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such as pipes,
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power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil,
sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged or
entangled cords increase the risk of electric
shock.
Before every use, examine the power cord
for damage. If there are signs of damage,
it must be replaced by at an authorised
service centre.
When operating a power tool outdoors,
use an extension cord suitable for outdoor
use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use
reduces the risk of electric shock.
Before use, check the supply and extension
cord for signs of damage or aging. If the cord
becomes damaged during use, disconnect
the cord from the supply immediately. Do
not touch the cord before disconnecting the
supply. Do not use the product if the cord is
damaged or worn.
If you need to use an extension cord,
ensure it is suitable for outdoor use and has
a current capacity rating sufficient to supply
your tool. Check the extension cord before
every use for damage. Always uncoil the
extension cord during use because coiled
cords can overheat. Damaged extension
cords should not be repaired, they should
be replaced with an equivalent type.
Make sure the power cord is positioned
so that it 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.
Avoid unintentional starting. Always check
that the switch is in the off position before
plugging in the product to the power supply.
Do not carry a plugged-in product with your
finger on the switch.
Never pull by the power cord to disconnect
from the power supply.
Keep the power cord away from heat, oil,
and sharp edges.
Always direct the cable to the rear, away
from the machine.
Make sure voltage is correct for your
product. A nameplate on the product
indicates the unit'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.