Specific Safety Rules - Ryobi RHT2660RN Original Instructions Manual

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■ Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling.

■ Always wear safety glasses with side shields.

Everyday eyeglasses have only impact-resistant

lenses; they are NOT safety glasses.

■ Do not overreach or stand on unstable support. Keep

proper footing and balance at all times.

■ Use only recommended accessories. The use of

improper accessories may cause risk of injury.

■ Check damaged parts. Before further use of the

machine, a guard or other part that is damaged should

be carefully checked to determine that it will operate

properly and perform its intended function. Check for

alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts,

breakage of parts, mounting and any other conditions

that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that

is damaged must be properly repaired or replaced by

an authorized service centre to avoid risk of personal

injury.

■ Never leave machine running unattended. Turn the

power off. Do not leave machine until it comes to a

complete stop.

■ This product is extremely noisy in operation. You must

wear ear protection to reduce the risk of long term

hearing injury.

■ To reduce fire hazard, keep engine and silencer free of

debris, leaves, or excessive lubricant.

■ Keep the exhaust pipe free of foreign objects.

■ Follow manufacturer's recommendations for safe

loading, unloading, transport, and storage of machine.

■ Keep machine dry, clean, and free from lubricant and

grease. Always use a clean cloth when cleaning. Never

use brake fluids, petrol, petroleum-based products, or

any solvents to clean machine.

■ Stay alert and exercise control. Watch what you are

doing and use common sense. Do not operate tool

when you are tired. Do not rush.

■ Do not operate the product while under the influence

of drugs, alcohol, or any medication.

■ Check the work area before each use. Remove all

objects such as rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, or

string which can be thrown or become entangled in

the machine.

■ Do not use machine if switch does not turn it on and

off. Have defective switches replaced by an authorized

service centre.

■ Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, shut off

the engine and make certain all moving parts have

stopped. Disconnect the spark plug wire, and keep the

wire away from the plug to prevent accidental starting.

■ Avoid dangerous environment. Do not use in damp or

wet locations or expose to rain. Keep work area well lit.

■ Never use in an explosive atmosphere.

■ Do not operate while smoking or near an open flame.

■ Do not operate at night, at times of heavy fog, or at any

other times when your field of vision might be limited

and it would be difficult to gain a clear view of area.

■ Be familiar with all controls and the proper use of the

machine.

■ Beware of overhead power lines.

■ If the cutting mechanism strikes any foreign object

or the machine start making any unusual noise or

vibration, shut off the power source and allow the

machine to stop. Disconnect the spark plug wire from

the spark plug and take the following steps:

1. inspect for damage;

2. check for and tighten any loose parts;

3. have any damaged parts replaced or repaired with

parts having equivalent specifications.

■ Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire

from the spark plug before

1. adjusting the working position of the cutting device;

2. cleaning or clearing a blockage; checking, mainte-

nance or working on the machine.

3. checking, maintenance or working on the machine.

■ Do not inhale fuel fumes as they are toxic.

Injuries may be caused, or aggravated, by prolonged

use of a tool. When using any tool for prolonged

periods, ensure you take regular breaks.