Ryobi P29016 Operator's Manual page 4

HANDHELD AUGER SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING!
Contact your local utility for underground service marking
before using this product to avoid contact with under-
ground utilities.
WARNING!
Maintain a firm grip on the handles with both hands while
using the auger. Keep the auger bit away from your body
and below waist level.
„ To reduce the risk of electrocution, never use the handheld
auger near any buried electrical power cables. Contact
with or use near buried electrical power cables may cause
serious injury or electric shock resulting in death.
„ To reduce the risk of explosion, never use the handheld auger
near any buried gas lines, including water lines and pipes.
Contact with or use near buried water or gas lines may
result in bursting of water lines and explosion from gas
lines which may cause serious injury or death.
„ Replace the auger bit if cracked, bent, or damaged in any
way. Operating the tool with a damaged auger bit can result in
serious injury.
„ Never use the handheld auger with the handles above
waist level. Operation above the waist restricts control
of the auger and may increase the risk of injury.
„ Be sure the auger bit is properly installed and securely
fastened. Failure to do so can cause serious injury.
„ Make sure the handles are properly and securely
attached.
„ Consider the environment in which you are working. Keep
the working area free from electric cables or underground
utilities.
„ Use only the manufacturer's replacement auger bits. Do
not use any other attachment.
„ Replace the auger bit immediately if there are any cracks
or any damage.
„ Do not touch the auger bit when the product is
switched on.
„ If the auger bit jams, stop the product immediately.
„ Maintain a firm grip on both handles during operation.
„ Do not use the product with the handle above waist level
to avoid serious chest injuries when the product hits a
hard object.
„ Always wear eye protection with side shields marked
to comply with ANSI Z87.1. Following this rule will
re duce the risk of serious personal injury.
„ Always keep the handles dry and clean.
„ Ensure all handles are properly fitted and are in good
condition.
„ Do not start using the product until you have a clear work
area and secure footing.
„ Remove all objects such as cords, lights, wire, or loose
string which can become entangled in the cutting blade
and create a risk of serious personal injury.
„ Do not modify the product in any way or use it to power
any attachments or devices not recommended by the
manufacturer.
„ Before starting the product, make sure the bit is not
contacting any object.
„ Do not use the product when there is a possibility of
thunderstorm or lightning. Store the product safely
indoors.
„ Turn off the product and remove the battery pack. Make
sure all moving parts have come to a complete stop:
• before servicing
• before leaving the product unattended
• before clearing a blockage
• before checking, cleaning, and working on the product
• before changing accessories
• whenever performing maintenance
• whenever the product starts to vibrate
„ Hold the tool with both hands at the intended handles.
Loss of control can cause personal injury.
„ Keep all parts of the body away from the handheld
auger. The tool will continue to move after the quick
release lever is turned off. A moment of inattention while
operating the handheld auger may result in serious
personal injury.
„ Hold the tool by the insulated gripping surfaces only,
because the handheld auger may contact hidden wiring.
The unit contacting a "live" wire may make exposed metal
parts of the product "live" and could give the operator
an electric shock.
„ Store the unit inside in a dry place, either locked up or up
high to prevent unauthorized use or damage. Keep out of
the reach of children or untrained individuals.
„ Use this product only with batteries and chargers listed in
tool/appliance/battery pack/charger correlation supple-
ment 987000-432.
„ Stop the motor, wait until all moving parts come to a
com plete stop, and remove the battery pack before
making any adjustments, cleaning, storing, or removing
material from the unit, or when not in use.
„ 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/or battery compartment and damage
electronic components and/or the battery pack, which
can result in a short circuit, increased risk of fire, and
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