Ryobi RY40404VNM Operator's Manual page 5

 Protect your lungs. Wear a face or dust mask if the
operation is dusty. Following this rule will reduce the risk
of serious personal injury.
 Protect your hearing. Wear hearing protection during
extended periods of operation. Following this rule will
reduce the risk of serious personal injury.
 To reduce the risk of injury associated with contacting
rotating parts, stop the motor before installing or re-
moving attachments. Do not operate without all guard(s)
and tubes in place. Always remove the battery pack before
performing maintenance or accessing any movable parts.
 Rotating impeller blades can cause severe injury. Do
not put hands or any other object into the blower housing
air outlet or blower tubes.
 Battery blowers do not have to be plugged into an
electrical outlet; therefore, they are always in operating
condition. Be aware of possible hazards when not
using your battery powered blower or when changing
accessories. Following this rule will reduce the risk of
electric shock, fire, or serious personal injury.
 Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from
the battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally occurs,
flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek
medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause
irritation or burns.
 Do not use a battery pack or appliance that is damaged
or modified. Damaged or modified batteries may exhibit
unpredictable behavior resulting in fire, explosion or risk
of injury.
 Do not expose a battery pack or appliance to fire or
excessive temperature. Exposure to fire or temperature
above 265°F may cause explosion.
 Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the
battery pack or appliance where the temperature is
less than 50°F or more than 100°F. Charging improperly
or at temperatures outside of the specified range may
damage the battery and increase the risk of fire.
 Do not modify or attempt to repair the appliance or the
battery pack except as indicated in the instructions
for use and care.
 Do not place battery powered blowers or their batteries
near fire or heat. This will reduce the risk of explosion
and possibly injury.
 Don't expose blowers to rain or wet conditions. Water
entering a blower will increase the risk of electric shock.
 Wear heavy long pants, long sleeves, boots, and gloves.
Avoid loose garments or jewelry that could get caught in
moving parts of the machine or its motor.
 Do not operate the equipment while barefoot or when
wearing sandals or similar lightweight footwear. Wear
protective footwear that will protect your feet and improve
your footing on slippery surfaces.
 Keep firm footing and balance. Do not overreach.
Overreaching can result in loss of balance.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
 Check the work area before each use. Remove all objects
such as rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, or string which
can be thrown or become entangled in the machine.
 Do not point the blower nozzle in the direction of
people or pets.
 Always hold the throttle control handle in your right
hand. Refer to the Operation section later in this manual
for additional information.
 Never run the unit without the proper equipment
attached. Always ensure the blower tubes are installed.
 When not in use, blower should be stored indoors in
a dry, locked up place—out of the reach of children.
 Do not hang unit so that the switch trigger is depressed.
 Keep all bystanders, children, and pets at least 50 ft.
away.
 Do not dispose of a severely damaged or worn out
battery pack or this blower by incinerating. The battery
can explode in fire.
 Stop the motor, wait until all moving parts come to a
complete stop, and disconnect from the power supply
before cleaning or performing any maintenance.
 Never use water or any liquids to clean or rinse off
your product and do not expose the product to rain or
wet conditions. Store indoors in a dry area. Corrosive
liquids, water, and chemicals can enter the product's
electronic components and cause damage, which can
result in a short circuit, increased risk of fire, and serious
personal injury. Remove any buildup of dirt and debris by
wiping the product clean with a dry cloth occasionally.
 Blower service must be performed only by qualified
repair personnel. Service or maintenance performed by
unqualified personnel may result in a risk of injury.
 When ser vicing a blower, use only identical
replacement parts. Follow instructions in the Maintenance
section of this manual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure
to follow Maintenance Instructions may create a risk of
shock or injury.
 Never use blower near fires, fireplaces, hot ashes,
bar becue pits, etc. Use near fires or ashes can spread
fires and result in serious injury and/or property damage.
 Never use blower to spread chemicals, fertilizers, or
any other toxic substances. Spreading these substances
could result in serious injury to the operator or bystanders.
 Never place blower on any surface, except a hard,
clean surface when motor is running. Gravel, sand, and
other debris can be picked up by the air inlet and thrown
at the operator or bystanders, causing possible serious
injuries.
 For household use only.
 Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and
use them to instruct others who may use this tool. If you
loan someone this tool, loan them these instructions also.
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