Rules For Safe Operation; Important Safety Information - Ryobi 150r Operator's Manual

The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your
attention to possible dangers. The safety
symbols, and their explanations, deserve your
careful attention and understanding. The safety
warnings do not by themselves eliminate any
danger. The instructions or warnings they give
are not substitutes for proper accident
prevention measures.
SYMBOL
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL:
Indicates danger, warning, or
caution. Attention is required in
order to avoid serious personal
injury. May be used in conjunction
with other symbols or pictographs.
NOTE: Advises you of information or
instructions vital to the operation or
maintenance of the equipment.
• IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION •
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING:
trimmers, basic safety precautions
should always be followed to reduce
the risk of fire, electric shock, and
personal injury. Carefully read and
understand the entire Operator's
Manual before using your trimmer.
Pay close attention to the Operating
Instructions and Safety Warnings.
BEFORE OPERATING
• Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar
with the controls and proper use of the unit.
• Do not operate this unit when tired, ill, or
under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or
medication.
• Inspect the unit before use. Replace
damaged parts. Check for battery leaks.
Make sure all fasteners are in place and
secure. Replace cutting attachment parts
that are cracked, chipped, or damaged in
any way. Make sure the cutting attachment is
properly installed and securely fastened. Be
sure the cutting attachment shield is properly
attached, and positioned as recommended.
Failure to do so can result in personal injury
to the operator and bystanders, as well as
damage to the unit.

RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

MEANING
When using electric
DANGER:
warning will 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.
WARNING:
safety warning can result in injury to
yourself and others. Always follow
the safety precautions to reduce the
risk of fire, electric shock, and
personal injury.
CAUTION:
warning may result in property
damage or personal injury to
yourself or to others. Always follow
the safety precautions to reduce the
risk of fire, electric shock, and
personal injury.
• Avoid dangerous environments. Never
operate your unit in damp or wet conditions.
Moisture is a shock hazard.
• Do not use the unit in the rain.
• Do not handle the unit with wet hands.
• Children and teens under the age of 15 must
not use the unit, except for teens guided by
an adult.
• Use only 0.080 in (2.03 mm) diameter
genuine Ryobi replacement line. Never use
metal-reinforced line, wire, or rope, etc..
These can break off and become a
dangerous projectile.
• Be aware of the risk of injury to the head,
hands and feet.
• Clear the area to be cut before each use.
Remove all objects such as rocks, broken
glass, nails, wire, or string which can be
thrown or become entangled in the cutting
attachment. Clear the area of children,
bystanders, and pets. At a minimum, keep
all children, bystanders and pets outside a
50 ft. (15m) radius; there still may be a risk
to bystanders from thrown objects.
Bystanders should be encouraged to wear
eye protection. If you are approached, stop
the motor and cutting attachment
immediately.
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