Transportation & Storage; Maintenance; Transporting Lithium Batteries - Ryobi RLT3626DE Original Instructions Manual

without guards in place.
■ Never fit a metal replacement line.
■ Keep hands and feet away from the cutting means at
all times and especially when switching on the motor.
■ Beware, the cutting elements continue to rotate after
the motor is switched off.
■ Beware of objects thrown by the cutting means. Clear
debris like small stones, gravel and other foreign
objects from the work area before starting operation.
Wires or string may become entangled with the cutting
means.
■ Switch off and remove battery pack before:
● servicing
● leaving the product unattended
● cleaning your product
● changing accessories
● checking for any damage after hitting an object
● checking for any damage if the product starts to
vibrate abnormally
● performing maintenance
■ Wear full eye and hearing protection while operating the
product. If working in an area where there is a risk of
falling objects, head protection must be worn.
■ Hearing protection may restrict the operators ability
to hear warning sounds, pay particular attention to
potential hazards around and inside the working area.
■ Wear heavy long trousers, boots, and gloves. Do not
wear loose fitting clothing, short trousers, jewellery of
any kind, or use with bare feet.
■ Secure long hair so it is above shoulder level to prevent
entanglement in moving parts.
■ The small blade fitted to the lawn guard is designed to
trim the new extended line to the correct length for safe
and optimum performance. It is very sharp, do not touch
it particularly when cleaning the tool.
■ Always ensure that ventilation openings are kept clear
of debris.
■ Before use and after any impact, check that there are
no damaged parts. A defective switch or any part that is
damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an
authorized service facility.
■ Make sure the cutting head attachment is properly
installed and securely fastened.
■ Make sure all guards, deflectors and handles are
properly and securely attached.
■ Do not modify the product in any way, this may increase
the risk of injury to yourself or others.
■ Use only the manufacturer's replacement cutting line.
Do not use any other cutting attachment.
■ Immediately switch off and remove the battery pack
in the event of accident or breakdown. Don't operate
the product again until it has been fully checked by an
authorised service centre.
WARNING
Ensure that the line cut-off blade in guard is properly
positioned and secured before each use.
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TRANSPORTATION & STORAGE
■ Stop the product and allow it to cool before storing or
transporting. Do not store or transport the product with
batteries fitted, remove and secure separately
■ Clean all foreign material from the product. Store it in a
cool dry and well-ventilated place that is inaccessible
to children. Keep away from corrosive agents such
as garden chemicals and de-icing salts. Do not store
outdoors.
■ For transportation in vehicles, secure the product
against movement or falling to prevent injury to persons
or damage to the product.

TRANSPORTING LITHIUM BATTERIES

Transport the battery in accordance with local and national
provisions and regulations. Follow all special requirements
on packaging and labelling when transporting batteries by
a third party.
Ensure that no batteries can come in contact with other
batteries or conductive materials while in transport
by protecting exposed
nonconductive caps or tape. Do not transport batteries that
are cracked or leaking. Check with the forwarding company
for further advice.

MAINTENANCE

WARNING
Use only original manufacturer's replacement parts,
accessories and attachments. Failure to do so can
cause possible injury, poor performance and may void
your warranty.
WARNING
Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge
and should be performed only by a qualified service
technician. For service we suggest you return the
product to your nearest authorized service center for
repair. When servicing, use only identical replacement
parts.
■ Switch off and remove battery pack before conducting
any maintenance or cleaning work.
■ You may make adjustments and repairs described
here. For other repairs, contact the authorized service
agent.
■ Before any maintenance or adjustment, disable the
product by removing the power source.
■ For replacement line use only nylon filament line of
the diameter described in the specification table of this
manual.
■ After extending new cutter line, always return the
product to its normal operating position before starting.
■ After each use, clean the product with a soft dry cloth.
Any part that is damaged should be properly repaired or
replaced by an authorized service centre.
■ Check all nuts, bolts and screws at frequent intervals
for proper tightness to ensure the product is in safe
connectors with insulating,