Rules For Safe Operation - Ryobi AP13 Operating Manual

The purpose of safety rules is to attract your attention to
possible dangers. The safety symbols and the explanations with
them, require your careful attention and understanding.
The safety warnings by themselves do not elimimate any danger.
The instruction or warnings they give are not substitutes for
proper accident prevention measures.
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL Indicates caution or
warning. May be used in conjunction with
other symbols or pictures.
WARNING: Failure to obey a safety warning
can result in serious injury to yourself or to
others. Always follow the safety precautions to
reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and
personal injury.
DOUBLE INSULATION
Double insulation is a concept in safety in electric power tools,
which eliminates the need for earth grounding. Whenever
there is electric current in the tool there are two complete sets
of insulation to protect the user. All exposed metal parts are
isolated from the internal metal motor components with
protecting insulation.
WARNING: The double insulated system is intended to protect
the user from shock resulting from a break in the tool's internal
wiring. Observe all normal safety precautions related to avoiding
electrical shock.
IMPORTANT: Servicing of a tool with double insulation requires
extreme care and knowledge of the system and should be
performed only by a qualified service technician. For service we
suggest you return the tool to your nearest Ryobi Authorised
Service Centre for repair. When servicing, use only identical
Ryobi replacement parts.
WARNING: Do not attempt to operate this tool until you have
read thoroughly and completely understood the safety rules, etc.
contained in this manual. Failure to comply can result in
accidents involving fire, electric shock or serious personal injury.
Save owners manual and review frequently for continual safe
operation and for instructing others who may use this tool.
The operation of any tool can result
in foreign objects being thrown into
your eyes, which can result in severe
eye damage. Before beginning
power tool operation, always wear
safety goggles or safety glasses with
side shields and a full face shield
when needed. We recommend Wide Vision Safety Mask for
use over eye glasses or standard safety glasses with side shields.
1. KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL. Read owners manual carefully.
Learn its applications and limitations as well as the specific
potential hazards related to this tool.
2. GUARD AGAINST ELECTRICAL SHOCK BY PREVENTING
BODY CONTACT WITH
For example, pipes, radiators, ranges, refrigerator enclosures.
3. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches
invite accidents.
4. AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Don't use power
tools in damp or wet locations or expose to rain. Keep work
area well lit.
5. KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS AWAY. Visitors should wear
safety glasses and be kept a safe distance from work area.
Do not let visitors contact tool or extension cord.

RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

GROUNDED SURFACES.
6. STORE IDLE TOOLS. When not in use, tools should be stored
in a dry and high or locked-up place, out of reach of children.
7. DON'T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better and safer at the
rate at which it was designed.
8. USE RIGHT TOOL. Don't force a small tool or attachment to
do the job of a heavy duty tool. Don't use tool for any purpose
not intended.
9. DRESS PROPERLY. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery.
They can be caught in moving parts. Rubber gloves and
non-skid footwear are recommended when working outdoors.
Also wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
10. ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES. Everyday eyeglasses
have only impact resistant lenses, they are not safety glasses.
11. PROTECT YOUR LUNGS. Wear a dust mask if operation is dusty.
12. PROTECT YOUR HEARING. Wear hearing protection during
extended periods of operation.
13. DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all
times. Do not use tool on a ladder or unstable support.
Secure tools when working at elevated levels.
14. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and clean
for better and safer performance. Follow instructions for
lubricating and changing accessories.
15. DISCONNECT TOOLS. When not in use, before servicing, or
when changing attachments, blades, bits, cutters, etc. all
tools should be disconnected.
16. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Before
turning it on, Form a habit of checking to see that keys and
adjusting wrenches are removed from tool.
17. NEVER USE IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE. Normal
sparking of the motor could ignite fumes.
18. KEEP HANDLES DRY, CLEAN AND FREE FROM OIL AND
GREASE. Always use a clean cloth when cleaning. Never use
brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum based products, or any
strong solvents to clean your tool.
19. 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.
20. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the tool, a
guard or any 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 and any other
conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or any other
part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced
by an authorised service centre.
21. DO NOT USE TOOL IF SWITCH DOES NOT TURN IT ON
AND OFF. Have defective switches replaced by authorised
service centre.
22. DO NOT OPERATE THIS TOOL WHILE UNDER THE
INFLUENCE OF DRUGS, ALCOHOL OR ANY MEDICATION.
23. SUPPLY CORD. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be
replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or similarly
qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
Due to Ryobi's continued product refinement policy,
product features and specifications can and will change
without notice. Check current features and specifica-
tions with your Ryobi retailer.
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