General Safety Rules - Ryobi RLT30CESA Operator's Manual

For safe operation, read and understand all
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instructions before using the trimmer/brushcutter.
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 string head or blade.
Wear full eye and hearing protection while operating
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this unit.
Wear heavy long trousers, boots, and gloves. Do not
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wear loose fitting clothing, shorts, jewellery of any
kind, or use with bare feet.
Secure long hair so it is above shoulder level to
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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/brushcutter, 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.
The string head or blade will rotate during carburetor
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adjustments.
It has been reported that vibrations from hand-held
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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:
a) Keep your body warm in cold weather. When
opera-ting the unit wear gloves to keep the hands

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and wrists warm. It is reported that cold weather is
a major factor contributing to Raynaud's Syndrome.
b) After each period of operation, exercise to increase
blood circulation.
c) 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 physician
about these symptoms.
Keep the tool well maintained, fasteners tightened
and worn parts replaced.
Mix and store fuel in a container approved for fuel.
Mix fuel outdoors where there are no sparks or flames.
Wipe up any fuel spillage. Move 9m away from
refuelling site before starting engine.
Stop the engine and allow to cool before refueling or
storing the unit.
Allow the engine to cool; empty the fuel tank and
secure the unit from moving before transporting in a
vehicle.