Intended Use; General Safety Rules - Ryobi RLT254CSEON Original Instructions Manual

Safety, performance, and dependability have been given
top priority in the design of your grass trimmer.

INTENDED USE

This grass trimmer is intended to be used only by
adults who have read and understood the instructions
and warnings in this manual and can be considered
responsible for their actions. This product is only intended
for use outdoors in a well ventilated area. For safety
reasons, the product must be adequately controlled by
using two-handed operation.
The grass trimmer is designed for cutting grass, light
weeds, and other similar vegetation at or about ground
level. The cutting plane should be approximately parallel
to the ground surface.
The grass trimmer should not be used to cut or trim
hedges, bushes, or other vegetation where the cutting
plane is not or about ground surface level.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read
and understand the operator's manual.
WARNING
Do not attempt to operate the product until you
have read thoroughly and understood completely
all instructions and safety rules contained in this
manual. Failure to comply may result in accidents
involving fire, electric shock, or serious personal
injury. Save the operator's manual and review
frequently for continuing safe operation, and
instructing others who may use the product.
WARNING
The product is not intended to be used by
children or persons with reduced physical, mental,
or sensory capabilities. Children should be
adequately supervised to ensure they do not play
with the product.

GENERAL SAFETY RULES

■ For safe operation, read and understand all instructions
before using the product. Follow all safety instructions.
Failure to follow all safety instructions listed below, can
result in serious personal injury.
■ Some regions have regulations that restrict the use of
the product. Check with your local authority for advice.
■ Do not allow children or untrained individuals to use
the product.
■ Never start or run the engine in a closed or poorly
ventilated area; breathing exhaust fumes can kill.
■ Clear 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
English (Original Instructions)
■ Wear full eye and hearing protection while operating
■ Hearing protection may restrict the operator's ability
■ Wear heavy long trousers, non-slip protective footwear
■ Secure long hair so it is above shoulder level to
■ Keep all bystanders, children, and pets at least 15 m
■ Do not operate this product when you are tired, ill, or
■ Do not operate in poor lighting. The operator needs
■ Keep firm footing and balance at all times. Do not
■ Keep all parts of your body away from any moving part.
■ Do not touch area around the silencer or cylinder of the
■ Always stop the engine and allow it to cool before
■ Do not smoke when mixing fuel or filling fuel tank.
■ Mix and store fuel in a container approved for fuel.
■ Mix fuel outdoors where there are no sparks or flames.
■ Stop the engine and allow to cool before refueling or
■ Allow the engine to cool; empty the fuel tank and
■ Always stop the engine and make sure all moving
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the string head.
this product. If working in an area where there is a risk
of falling objects, head protection must be worn.
to hear warning sounds, pay particular attention to
potential hazards around and inside the working area.
and gloves. Do not wear loose fitting clothing, short
trousers, jewellery of any kind, or use with bare feet.
prevent entanglement in any moving parts.
away. Stop the product if anyone enters the area.
under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication.
clear unrestricted vision to identify potential hazards.
overreach. Overreaching can result in loss of balance
or exposure to hot surfaces.
product, these parts get hot from operation.
making any adjustments.
Wipe up any fuel spillage. Move 9 m away from
refueling site before starting engine.
storing the product.
secure the product from moving before transporting in
a vehicle.
parts have come to stop before:
● servicing
● leaving the product unattended
● cleaning your product
● changing accessories
● clearing blockages
● checking for any damage after hitting an object