General Safety Rules; Specific Safety Rules - Ryobi RLT-1000EX Operator's Manual

Your line trimmer has been engineered and manufactured to
Ryobi's high standard for dependability, ease of operation,
and operator safety. When properly cared for, it will give
you years of rugged, trouble-free performance.
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INTRODUCTION
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including
children) with reduced understanding, or lack of experience
and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision
or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person
responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised
to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
This product has many features for making its use
more pleasant and enjoyable. Safety, performance, and
dependability have been given top priority in the design of
this product making it easy to maintain and operate.

GENERAL SAFETY RULES

WARNING:
When using electric gardening appliances, basic
safety precautions should always be followed to
reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal
injury, including the following:
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RULES
n Be familiar with the controls and proper use of the product.
n Clear the work area before each use. Remove all objects,
such as rocks, broken glass, nails, wire or string that
can be thrown or become entangled in the cutting line.
n Wear heavy, long trousers, boots and gloves. Do not
wear loose fitting clothing, shorts or go bare foot. Do
not wear jewelry of any kind.
n Secure hair above shoulder level to prevent entanglement
in moving parts.
n Do not allow children or untrained individuals to use
this product.
n Keep all by standers, especially children and pets, at
least 15m from the operating area.
n Do not operate this product when you are tired, ill or under
the influence of alcohol, drugs or medication.
n Do not operate in poor lighting. Use the unit only in
daylight or good artificial light.
n Keep firm footing and balance. Do not over reach. Over
reaching can result in loss of balance or exposure to
hazards.
n Keep all parts of your body away from moving parts.
Inspect the product before use. Replace any damaged
parts before use.
n Do not operate the product in damp or wet locations.
n Do not use the product in the rain.
n Wear safety glasses or goggles when operating this
product.
n Use the right product. Use the product for the intended
purpose only.
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n Do not handle the product with wet hands.
n Do not use the product if the switch does not turn the
product on or off. A product that cannot be controlled with
the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
n Avoid accidental starting; never carry the product with
your finger on the trigger.
n Stay alert and pay attention to what you are doing. Use
common sense when using this product.
n Do not force the product. It will do a better job with less
likelihood of a risk of injury when you operate it at the
rate for which it was designed.
n Pull the plug out immediately if the mains or extension
lead is damaged or severed.
n Disconnect the product from the power supply when
it is not in use, before servicing and when changing
accessories.

SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES

SPECIFIC TRIMMER SAFETY RULES
n Replace the trimmer head if cracked, chipped or damaged
in any way. Be sure the trimmer head is properly installed
and securely fastened.
n Make sure all guards straps, and handles are properly
and securely attached.
n Use only the manufacturer's replacement line in the
trimmer head.
n Never operate the product without the safety guard in
place and in good condition.
n Use the product for cutting grass and light weeds only.
Do not use for any other purpose.
n Before starting the product, position it so that the line
does not come in contact with anything you do not intend
to cut.
n Maintain a firm grip on both handles while trimming. Keep
the trimmer head below waist level. Never cut with the
trimmer head over 76 cm or more above the ground.
n Keep the working area free from wires, stones and debris.
n Do not cut against hard objects. This could cause injury
or damage the trimmer.
n Do not use the trimmer to cut grass which is not in contact
with the ground; for example, do not cut grass which is
on walls or rocks etc.
n Always use your trimmer in an upright position.
n Keep hands away from the cutting line. Do not attempt
to remove cut material or to hold material to be cut when
the line is moving. Be sure to unplug the product before
clearing jammed material from the line. Do not grasp the
line when picking up or holding the product.
n Be cautious after turning off the product. The line coasts
after turning off the product.
n Do not switch the trimmer on in enclosed or poorly
ventilated spaces or in the presence of flammable
and/or explosive substances such as liquids, gas and
powders.
n Do not cross roads or gravel paths with the trimmer still
running.
n Never fit metal cutting elements to the trimmer.
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