Intended Use; General Safety Warnings; Line Trimmer Safety Warnings - Ryobi RLT36X33S Original Instructions Manual

Cordless line trimmer
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Safety, performance, and dependability have been given
top priority in the design of your cordless line trimmer.

INTENDED USE

The cordless line trimmer 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. This product is only intended for use
outdoors by a standing operator in a well-ventilated area.
For safety reasons, the product must be adequately
controlled by using two-handed operation.
When fitted with the line trimmer head (and appropriate
guard), the product is intended for cutting long grass, pulpy
weed, and similar vegetation at or about ground level.
The cutting plane should be approximately parallel to the
ground surface when trimming. The product should not be
used to cut or trim hedges, bushes, or other vegetation
where the cutting plane is not parallel to the ground surface.
Do not use the product for any other purpose.

GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS

WARNING
Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure
to follow the warnings and instructions may result in
electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
WARNING
When using the product, the safety rules must be
followed. For your own safety and that of bystanders,
please read these instructions before using the product.
Please keep the instruction safe for later use.
WARNING
The product is not intended to be used by children or
persons with reduced physical, mental, or sensory
capabilities. Children should be adequately supervised
to ensure they do not play with the product.
WARNING
Some regions have regulations that restrict the use of
the product. Check with your local authority for advice.
TRAINING
Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these
instructions to use the product. Local regulations may
restrict the age of the operator.
Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with all
controls and the proper use of the product.
Keep bystanders, children, and pets 15 m away from
the area of operation. Stop the product if anyone enters
the area.
Never use the product when you are tired, ill, or under
the influence of alcohol, drugs or medicine.
Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible
for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or
their property.
PREPARATION
Wear full eye and hearing protection while operating the
product. If working in an area where there is a risk of
falling objects, head protection must be worn.
Hearing protection may restrict the operator's ability
to hear warning sounds. Pay particular attention to
potential hazards around and inside the working area.
Wear heavy-duty gloves, long trousers, and boots. Do
not wear loose fitting clothing, short trousers, jewellery
of any kind, or use with bare feet.
Secure long hair so it is above shoulder level to prevent
entanglement in moving parts.
Before use and after any impact, check that there are
no damaged parts. A defective switch or any part that
is damaged or worn should be properly repaired or
replaced by an authorised service centre.
Make sure the cutting attachment is properly installed
and securely fastened.
Never operate the product unless all guards, deflectors,
and handles are properly and securely attached.
Consider the environment in which you are working.
Keep the working area free from wires, sticks, stones,
and debris which if struck by the cutter can become
thrown objects.
BATTERY TOOL USE AND CARE
Recharge only with the charger specified by the
manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of
battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with
another battery pack.
Use power tools only with specifically designated
battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may
create a risk of injury and fire.
When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from
other metal objects, like paper clips, coins, keys, nails,
screws or other small metal objects, that can make a
connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the
battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire.
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.

LINE TRIMMER SAFETY WARNINGS

Never allow children, persons with reduced physical,
sensory, or mental capabilities, or lack of experience
and knowledge or people unfamiliar with these
instructions to use the product.
Use the product in daylight or good artificial light.
Avoid using on wet grass.
Keep proper footing and balance at all times and be
sure of proper footing on slopes.
Do not walk backwards when using the product.
Walk, never run.
Keep the head attachment below waist level.
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