Ryobi P4362 Operator's Manual page 12

GENERAL MAINTENANCE
Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most
plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of
commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use
clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc.
WARNING:
Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-
based products, penetrating oils, etc., come in contact
with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken or
destroy plastic which may result in serious personal injury.
LUBRICATING THE BLADE
See Figure 7.
For easier operation and longer blade life, lubricate loppers
blade before and after each use. If you will be using the
loppers for an extended period, it is advisable to lubricate
the blade during use.
 Remove the battery pack.
 Lay the lopper on a flat surface. Apply light weight
machine lubricant along the edge of the top blade.
NOTE: Do not lubricate while the lopper is running.
This product has a Three-year Limited Warranty for personal,
family, or household use (90 days for business or commercial use).
For warranty details, visit www.ryobitools.com
MAINTENANCE
or call (toll free) 1-800-525-2579.
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CLEARING A BLOCKAGE
See Figure 8.
 If the blades are jammed by splinters or bark between
the blades and can't be released by pushing the trigger
3 to 4 times, follow this procedure:
• Wear goggles and gloves.
• Remove the battery.
• Use a piece of wood or a rubber hammer and hit
against the blade.
• Apply force only to the area where the blade is shown.
Do not hit the spring.
 Be aware of the spring-loaded blades. Keep hands away
from the blades, they will open suddenly.
 When the blockage debris has cleared:
• Insert the battery.
• When the blades are released, push the trigger before
continuing to cut so that the blades can open fully.
STORING THE LOPPER
See Figure 9.
 Remove the battery pack from the lopper before storing.
 Clean all foreign material from the lopper.
 Always place the sheath on the cutting blades before
transporting or storing the unit.
 Store it in a place that is inaccessible to children.
 Keep away from corrosive agents such as garden
chemicals and de-icing salts.