Transporting Lithium Batteries; Risk Reduction; Residual Risks; Know Your Product - Ryobi R18MMS Original Instructions Manual

extraction vacuum when operating the product. Do not
use a dust extraction vacuum when cutting metal.
■ Avoid overheating the blade tips and melting the plastic.
■ Check and ensure that the blade guard can move only
when the lock-off button is pressed, and that it will
return to its original position when released.
■ The product will restart automatically if stalled. Switch
off the product immediately if it stalls. Do not switch on
the product again while it is still stalled, as doing so
could trigger a sudden recoil with a high reactive force.
Determine why the product stalled and rectify this,
paying heed to the safety instructions.
■ 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 WARNINGS
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, personal injury, and product
damage due to a short circuit, never immerse your
tool, battery pack or charger in fluid or allow a fluid to
flow inside them. Corrosive or conductive fluids, such
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.

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.

RESIDUAL RISKS

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:
■ Injury caused by kickback
–
Read and understand the information in this manual.
■ Injury caused by dust
–
Dust may enter the eyes or respiratory system.
Wear eye protection at all times. Wear appropriate
dust control mask with filters suitable for protecting
against particles from the material being cut. Do
not eat, drink, or smoke in the work area. Ensure
adequate ventilation.
■ Injury caused by electric shock
–
The blade may contact hidden wiring, causing
parts of the product to become live. Always hold
the product by the designated handles and take
care when blind-cutting into walls and floors where
cables may be hidden.
■ Injury caused by contact with the blade
–
The blades are very sharp and will become hot
during use. Wear gloves when changing blades.
Keep hands away from the cutting area at all times.
Never hold workpiece being cut in your hands or
across your leg. Clamp the workpiece whenever
possible.
■ Injury caused by vibration
–
Limit exposure. See Risk Reduction.

RISK REDUCTION

It has been reported that vibrations from handheld 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. There are measures that can be taken by the
operator to possibly reduce the effects of vibration:
■ Keep your body warm in cold weather. When operating
the unit wear gloves to keep the hands and wrists
warm. It is reported that cold weather is a major factor
contributing to Raynaud's Syndrome.
■ After each period of operation, exercise to increase
blood circulation.
■ Take frequent work breaks. Limit the amount of
exposure per day.
If you experience any of the symptoms of this condition,
immediately discontinue use and see your doctor about
these symptoms.
WARNING
Injuries may be caused or aggravated by prolonged use
of a tool. When using any tool for prolonged periods,
ensure you take regular breaks.

KNOW YOUR PRODUCT

See page 9.
1. Dust pipe joint
2. Front handle, insulated gripping surface
3. Lock-off button
4. Switch trigger
5. Handle, insulated gripping surface
6. Hex key
7. Battery port
8. Edge guide knob
9. Depth adjustment lock knob
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