Intended Use; General Safety Warnings; Electrical Safety - Ryobi Expand-It RXPR01 Original Instructions Manual

Safety, performance, and dependability have been given
top priorty in the design of your pruner attachment.

INTENDED USE

This pruner attachment is approved for use with all Ryobi/
Homelite petrol-driven power head of 30CC or less, or with
RPH1200, RLT1238I, or RBC1226I electric-driven power
head.
It is intended to be used only by adults who have read and
understood the instructions and warnings in this manual
and relevant power head manual and can be considered
responsible for their actions. This product is only intended
for use outdoors. For safety reasons, the product must be
adequately controlled by using two-handed operation.
The product is designed for cutting and pruning of small
limbs and branches whose diameters is less than or equal
to the bar length, which are high in the tree whilst the
operator maintains a steady footing on the ground. The
product is designed to be extended to a maximum length
of 2.6 m (including the extension shaft). Do not exceed this
working length.
It is not intended to be used whilst climbing or as a
conventional chainsaw for close quarter limbing and
pruning of material at ground level.
WARNING
When using the product, the safety rules must be
followed. For your own safety and that of bystanders,
please read these instructions before operating the
product. Please keep the instructions safe for later use.
WARNING
The attachment is not suitable for use with power heads
equipped with bike handle.

GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS

FOR ASSEMBLING WITH PETROL-DRIVEN POWER
HEAD
■
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.
■
Never start or run the engine in a closed or poorly
ventilated area; breathing exhaust fumes can kill.
■
Do not touch area around the silencer or cylinder of the
product, these parts get hot from operation.
■
Always stop the engine and allow it to cool before
making any adjustments.
■
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.
Wipe up any fuel spillage. Move 9 m away from
refueling site before starting engine.
■
Stop the engine and allow to cool before refueling or
storing the unit.
■
Allow the engine to cool; empty the fuel tank and oil
tank (if applicable), and secure the unit from moving
before transporting in a vehicle.
WARNING
When the throttle trigger is released and the engine
is running at idle speed, the chain must not move. If it
does continue to move, there is risk of severe injury to
the operator. Do not use the machine. Return it to an
authorized service centre for professional adjustment.
FOR ASSEMBLING WITH ELECTRIC-DRIVEN POWER
HEAD
WARNING
Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure
to follow the warnings and instructions may result in
electric shock, fi re and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future
reference.
The term "power tool'' in the warnings refers to your
mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated
(cordless) power tool.
WORK AREA SAFETY
■
Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark
areas invite accidents.
■
Do not operate power
atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable
liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks
which may ignite the dust or fumes.
■
Keep children and bystanders away while operating
a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose
control.

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

■
Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never
modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter
plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools.
Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk
of electric shock.
■
Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded
surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges and
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric
shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
■
Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.
Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of
electric shock.
■
Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for
carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool.
Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or
moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase
the risk of electric shock.
■
When operating a power tool outdoors, use an
extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a
cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric
shock.
■
If operating a power tool in a damp location is
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