Ryobi P320 Operator's Manual page 4

 Use the tool only for its intended use. Do not discharge
fasteners into open air.
 Use the tool only for the purpose for which it was de-
signed.
 Use only the nails recommended for this tool. Use of
the wrong nails could result in poor nail feeding, jammed
nails, and nails leaving the tool at erratic angles. If nails are
not feeding smoothly and properly, discontinue their use
immediately. Jammed and improperly feeding nails could
result in serious personal injury.
 Never use this tool in a manner that could cause a nail to
be directed toward anything other than the workpiece.
 Do not use the tool as a hammer.
 Always carry the tool by the handle.
 Do not alter or modify this tool from the original design
or function without approval from the manufacturer.
 Always be aware that misuse and improper handling of
this tool can cause injury to yourself and others.
 Never clamp or tape the trigger or workpiece contact
in an actuated position.
 Never leave tool unattended if the battery is installed.
 Do not operate this tool if it does not contain a legible
warning label.
 Keep the tool and its handle dry, clean and free from oil
and grease. Always use a clean cloth when cleaning. Never
use brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based products, or
any strong solvents to clean your tool. Following this rule
will reduce the risk of loss of control and deterioration of the
enclosure plastic.
OPERATION
 Do not use tool if trigger does not actuate properly. Any
tool that cannot be controlled with the trigger is dangerous
and must be repaired.
 Check operation of the workpiece contact mechanism
frequently. Do not use the tool if the workpiece contact
mechanism is not working correctly as accidental driving of
a nail may result. Do not interfere with the proper operation
of the workpiece contact mechanism.
 Do not use a tool that does not work correctly.
 Always assume that the tool contains nails.
 Do not carry the tool from place to place holding the
trigger. Accidental discharge could result.
 Always handle the tool with care:
• Respect the tool as a working implement.
• Never engage in horseplay.
• Never pull the trigger unless nose is directed toward the
work.
• Keep others a safe distance from the tool while tool is in
operation as accidental actuation may occur, possibly
causing injury.
 Choice of triggering method is important. Check manual
for triggering options.
 The brad nailer is designed for single-hand use. Do not
hold the tool by the front of the magazine. Do not put hands,
head, or other parts of your body near the bottom of the
NAILER SAfETY WARNINGS
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magazine where the nail exits the tool, as serious personal
injury could result.
 Do not point the tool toward yourself or anyone whether
it contains nails or not.
 Do not actuate the tool unless you intend to drive a nail
into the workpiece.
 Always ensure that the workpiece contact is fully posi-
tioned above the workpiece. Positioning the workpiece
contact only partially above the workpiece could cause the
nail to miss the workpiece completely and result in serious
personal injury.
 Do not drive nails near edge of material. The workpiece
may split causing the nail to ricochet, injuring you or a co-
worker. Be aware that the nail may follow the grain of the
wood, causing it to protrude unexpectedly from the side of
the work material or deflect, possibly causing injury.
 Keep hands and body parts clear of immediate work area.
Hold workpiece with clamps when necessary to keep hands
and body out of potential harm. Be sure the workpiece is
properly secured before pressing the fastener against the
material. The workpiece contact may cause the work material
to shift unexpectedly.
 Keep face and body parts away from back of the tool
cap when working in restricted areas. Sudden recoil can
result in impact to the body, especially when nailing into
hard or dense material.
 During normal use the tool will recoil immediately after
driving a fastener. This is a normal function of the tool.
Do not attempt to prevent the recoil by holding the nailer
against the work. Restriction to the recoil can result in a
second fastener being driven from the nailer. Grip the handle
firmly, let the tool do the work and do not place second hand
on top of tool or near exhaust at any time. Failure to heed
this warning can result in serious personal injury.
 Do not drive fasteners on top of other fasteners or with
the tool at an overly steep angle as this may cause de-
flection of fasteners which could cause injury.
LOADING TOOL
 Do not load the tool with fasteners when any one of the
operating controls is activated.
When loading tool:
 Never place a hand or any part of body in fastener
discharge area of tool.
 Never point tool at anyone.
 Do not pull the trigger or depress the workpiece contact
as accidental actuation may occur, possibly causing
injury.
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.