Safety Rules - Ryobi RLT30CESA Original Instructions Manual

Your new trimmer has been engineered and manu-
factured to Ryobi's high standard for dependability, ease
of operation, and operator safety. Properly cared for, it
will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance.
INTENDED USE
This product is only intended for use outdoors in a well
ventilated area.
The product is intended for cutting long grass, pulpy
weed, brush and similar vegetation at or about ground
level. 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.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read
and understand the operator's manual.
WARNING
Do not attempt to operate this trimmer until you
have read thoroughly and understood completely
all instructions, safety rules etc contained in
this manual. Failure to comply may result in
accidents involving fire, electric shock or serious
personal injury. Save operator's manual and
review frequently for continuing safe operation,
and instructing others who may use this tool.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
For safe operation, read and understand all
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instructions before using the trimmer. Follow all safety
instructions. Failure to follow all safety instructions
listed below, can result in serious personal injury.
Do not allow children or untrained individuals to use
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this unit.
Never start or run the engine in a closed or poorly
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ventilated area; breathing exhaust fumes can kill.
Clear the work area before each use. Remove all
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objects such as rocks, broken glass, nails, wire,
or string which can be thrown or become entangled in
the bump head.
Wear full eye and hearing protection while operating
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this unit.
Wear heavy long pants, boots, and gloves. Do not
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wear loose fitting clothing, short pants, jewellery of
any kind, or use with bare feet.
Secure long hair so it is above shoulder level to
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English (Original Instructions)
Guaranteed sound power level is 113 dB.
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prevent entanglement in any moving parts.
Keep all bystanders, children, and pets at least 15 m
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away.
Do not operate this unit when you are tired, ill, or
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under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication.
Do not operate in poor lighting.
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Keep firm footing and balance. Do not overreach.
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Overreaching can result in loss of balance or
exposure to hot surfaces.
Keep all parts of your body away from any moving part.
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Do not touch area around the muffler or cylinder of
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the trimmer, these parts get hot from operation.
Always stop the engine and remove the spark plug
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wire before making any adjustments or repairs except
for carburetor adjustments.
Inspect the unit before each use for loose fasteners,
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fuel leaks, etc. Replace any damaged parts before use.
Keep the tool well maintained, fasteners tightened
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and worn parts replaced.
Mix and store fuel in a container approved for fuel.
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Mix fuel outdoors where there are no sparks or flames.
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Wipe up any fuel spillage. Move 9 m away from
refueling site before starting engine.
Stop the engine and allow to cool before refueling or
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storing the unit.
Allow the engine to cool; empty the fuel tank and
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secure the unit from moving before transporting in a
vehicle.
Debris, when hit by the line, can travel significant
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distances. Remove debris from the working area
before operating.
Operating similar tools nearby increases risk of injury.
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Use of hearing protection reduces the ability to hear
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warnings (shouts or alarms). The operator must pay
extra attention to what is going on in the working
area.
If working in an area where there is a risk of falling
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objects, head protection must be worn.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES FOR TRIMMER USE
Replace bump head if cracked, chipped, or damaged
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in anyway. Be sure the bump head is properly
installed and securely fastened. Failure to do so can
cause serious injury.
Make sure all guards, straps, deflectors and handles
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