Safety Instructions - Ryobi RMS-1525 Operator's Manual

1. INTRODUCTION
Your saw incorporates many features to enable you to get the best results. Safety, performance and reliability have been
given top priority in the design of this saw, making it easy to maintain and operate.
NB: Please read the user manual thoroughly and ensure that you understand it before using your saw. Pay close
attention to the safety instructions, warnings and cautions. To enjoy years of safe, reliable service, use your saw
correctly and only for the purpose for which it is designed.
WARNING:
Look for this symbol which indicates important safety precautions. It is used to attract your attention. Your safety
is at stake.
The operation of any power tool can result in foreign objects being projected into your eyes, resulting
in severe eye injury. Before using your saw, put on safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields
and a dust mask, if appropriate.
2.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

The following safety symbols are used to draw your attention to possible risks. Pay careful attention to these safety
symbols and accompanying paragraphs and make sure you understand them. The safety warnings do not
in themselves eliminate any danger and are not substitutes for proper accident prevention measures.
SYMBOL
NB:
WARNING:
Do not attempt to use this saw until you have fully read and understood all the instructions and safety rules contained
in this manual. Failure to comply with these rules and instructions can result in accidents such as fire, electric
shock or serious personal injury. Keep this user manual in a safe place and refer to it frequently to work safely
and to instruct others who may use this tool.
READ ALL THE INSTRUCTIONS
• KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL. Read the user manual carefully. Find out about the tool's applications and its limitations
as well as the potential hazards associated with the tool.
• KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in good working order.
• ALWAYS REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND SPANNERS. Get into the habit of checking that all adjusting keys
and spanners have been removed from the tool before turning it on.
IMPORTANT
Maintenance of this tool requires great care and a thorough knowledge of the tool: servicing should only be carried
out by a qualified technician. For repairs, you should take the tool to your nearest Authorised Ryobi Service Centre.
• REPLACEMENT PARTS: All repairs, whether electrical or mechanical, should be carried out by a qualified technician
at an Authorised Ryobi Service Centre.
WARNING: Only manufacturer's original replacement parts must be used. Using any other spare part may be dangerous
or damage your tool.
• KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered work areas and workbenches invite accidents.
MEANING
SAFETY WARNING SYMBOL: Indicates a risk, warning or caution. May be used in conjunction
with other symbols or icons.
DANGER: Failure to obey a safety warning will result in serious injury to yourself or to others. Always
follow the safety instructions rigorously to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury.
WARNING: Failure to obey a safety warning can result in serious injury to yourself or to others. Always
follow the safety precautions rigorously to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury.
CAUTION: Failure to obey a safety warning may result in damage to property or injury to yourself
or to others. Always follow the safety precautions rigorously to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock
and personal injury.
Gives you essential information or instructions about the operation or maintenance of the equipment.
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