Risk Reduction; Maintenance; Environmental Protection - Ryobi RPD800 Instructions Manual

■ Damage to hearing
– Always wear effective hearing protection and limit
exposure to noise.
■ Damage to eyes from flying dust and debris particles
– Always wear suitable eye protection.
■ Injury caused by vibration
– Hold the tool by designated handles and limit
exposure to vibration. See "RISK REDUCTION".
■ Injury caused by dust
– Dust created by operating the product can cause
respiratory injury. Wear appropriate dust control
mask with filters suitable for protecting against
particles from the material being worked on.

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 product, 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.

MAINTENANCE

WARNING
The product should never be connected to a power
supply when assembling parts, making adjustments,
cleaning, performing maintenance, or when the product
is not in use. Disconnecting the product from the power
supply will prevent accidental starting that could cause
serious injury.
WARNING
When servicing, use only original manufacturer's
replacement parts, accessories and attachments. Use of
any other parts may create a hazard or cause product
damage.
WARNING
Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-
based products, penetrating oils, etc., come in contact
with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken or
destroy plastic which may result in serious personal
injury.
■ Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most
plastics are susceptible to various types of commercial
solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use clean
cloths to remove dirt, carbon dust, etc.
■ Electrical tools used on fiberglass material, wallboard,
spackling compounds, or plaster are subject to
accelerated wear and possible premature failure
because the fiberglass chips and grindings are highly
abrasive to bearings, brushes, commutators, etc. We
do not recommend using the product for extended work
on these types of materials.
WARNING
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side
shields during power tool operation or when blowing
dust. If operation is dusty, also wear a dust mask.
■ If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced
by a special cord or assembly available from the
manufacturer or its service agent.
■ For greater safety and reliability, all repairs should be
performed by an authorised service centre.
LUBRICATION
All of the bearings in the product are lubricated with a
sufficient amount of high grade lubricant for the life span of
the product under normal operating conditions. Therefore,
no further lubrication is required.

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

Recycle raw materials instead of disposing
of as waste. The machine, accessories, and
packaging should be sorted for environment-
friendly recycling.
SYMBOLS ON THE PRODUCT
Safety alert
V Volts
Safety
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