Maintenance; Residual Risks; Risk Reduction - Ryobi Expand-it RXAHT01 Original Instructions Manual

place that is inaccessible to children. Keep away from
corrosive agents, such as garden chemicals and de-
icing salts.
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Do not store outdoors.
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When transporting the product in a vehicle, secure it
against movement or falling to prevent injury to persons
or damage to the product.
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Never carry or transport the product while the engine
is running.
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Abide by all government and local regulations for the
safety storage and handling of petrol.
Short term (less than 1 month)
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Stop the engine and allow it to cool before storing.
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Clean all foreign materials from the product.
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Cover the blade with the blade protector.
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Store the product in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated
place that is inaccessible to children.
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Keep away from corrosive agents such as garden
chemicals and de-icing salts.
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Do not store outdoors.
FOR ASSEMBLING WITH ELECTRIC-DRIVEN POWER
HEAD
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Stop the product, disconnect from the power supply,
and wind the cable. Allow the product to cool before
storing or transporting
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Clean all foreign material from the product. Store it in a
cool, dry, and well-ventilated place that is inaccessible
to children. Keep it away from corrosive agents, such
as garden chemicals and de-icing salts. Do not store
outdoors.
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Cover the blade with the blade protector before storing
the product or during transportation.
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For transportation, secure
movement or falling to prevent injury to persons or
damage to the product.

MAINTENANCE

WARNING
Use only original manufacturer's replacement parts,
accessories and attachments. Failure to do so can
cause possible injury, poor performance, and may void
your warranty.
WARNING
Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge
and should be performed only by a qualifi ed service
technician. For service, we suggest you bring the
product to the nearest authorised service centre. When
servicing, use only identical replacement parts.
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The blades are sharp. To prevent personal injury,
exercise extreme caution when cleaning, lubricating and
fi tting, or removing the blade protector.
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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 in use and the
operator should pay special attention to avoid the following:
the product against
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RISK REDUCTION

It has been reported that vibrations from hand-held tools
may contribute to a condition called Raynaud's Syndrome.
Symptoms may include tingling, numbness, and blanching
of the fi ngers, 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:
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WARNING
Switch off, disconnect the product from the power
supply (if applicable), and make sure all moving parts
have come to a complete stop before conducting any
maintenance or cleaning work.
You may only make adjustments or repairs described
in this manual. For other repairs, contact the authorised
service centre.
After each use, clean the product with a soft, dry cloth.
After each use, clean the debris from the blades with a
stiff brush, and then carefully apply a rust-preventative
lubricant before refitting the blade protector. Use the
recommended rust-preventative lubricant spray. Take
care to avoid contact with the blade when applying an
even distribution of the lubricant. For information about
suitable spray product, check with your local authorised
service centre.
If needed, lubricate the blades lightly before use using
the above method.
Check all nuts, bolts, and screws at frequent intervals
for proper tightness to ensure the product is in safe
working condition. Any part that is damaged should be
properly repaired or replaced by an authorised service
centre.
Injury from the blades. The blades cannot be guarded
whilst cutting. Keep the blade away from yourself and
others. Cover it with the blade protector whenever you
are not cutting.
Injury caused by vibration. Always use the right tool for
the job. Use designated handles and restrict working
time and exposure.
Hearing injury caused by exposure to noise. Wear ear
protection and limit exposure.
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.