Ryobi RY401012 Operator's Manual page 8

 Battery tools do not have to be plugged into an electrical
outlet; therefore, they are always in operating condition.
Be aware of possible hazards when not using your bat-
tery tool or when changing accessories. Following this
rule will reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or serious
personal injury.
 Do not use battery-operated appliance in rain.
 Remove or disconnect battery before servicing, cleaning
or removing material from the gardening appliance.
 Use this product only with batteries and chargers listed in
tool/appliance/battery pack/charger correlation supple-
ment 988000-842.
 Store idle lawn mower indoors – When not in use, mower
should be stored indoors in a dry, locked place out of the
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
reach of children. The start key and battery packs should
also be removed and stored in a separate location out of
the reach of children.
 Follow instructions for lubricating and changing
accessories.
 Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the
instructions, to operate this machine.
 Never operate machine in a closed area.
 Never tamper with safety devices. Check for proper op-
eration regularly.
 Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and
use them to instruct others who may use this product. If
you loan someone this tool, loan them these instructions
also.
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