Ryobi PowerPlus HT12V Operator's Manual page 4

• USE HEDGE TRIMMER PROPERLY. USE
ONLY for trimming the type of shrub, growth,
etc., described in the operating instructions.
Do not abuse hedge trimmer.
• DO NOT overreach or stand on unstable
support. Keep good footing and balance at
all times. Do not use while standing on a
ladder.
• Avoid unintentional starting of hedge trimmer.
Before inserting battery into hedge trimmer,
be sure lock-off button is not pressed
forward. Do not carry hedge trimmer with
finger on trigger.
• Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all
parts of body away from openings and
moving parts. Long hair must be pulled back
and secured off shoulders and neck. Do not
wear loose fitting clothes or articles such as
scarves, strings, chains, ties, etc.
• Maintain hedge trimmer with care. Keep
blades sharp at all times, and clean for best
and safest performance. Follow maintenance
instructions. Always use a clean cloth when
cleaning. Never use brake fluid, gasoline,
petroleum-based products, or any strong
solvents to clean your tool.
• When not in use, store hedge trimmer
indoors in a dry place —where it is not
accessible to children.
• For service or repair, return the hedge
trimmer to your authorized dealer. See that
only identical replacement parts are used.
The use of non-standard parts, or other
accessories or attachments not designed for
this hedge trimmer, could result in serious
injury to the user or damage the hedge
trimmer, and void your warranty.
• Keep work area clean. Cluttered areas and
benches invite accidents.
• Do not use without front handle in place.
Keep both hands on handles when tool is on.
• Wear hearing protection during extended
periods of operation.
• Never use in an explosive atmosphere.
Normal sparking of the motor could ignite
fumes.
• Battery tools do not have to be plugged into
an electrical outlet; therefore, they are always
in operating condition. Be aware of possible
hazards, such as sharp blades, even when
tool is not operating. Always remove the
battery before cleaning or adjusting the tool.
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SAFETY WARNINGS
• USE ONLY THE CHARGING STAND
PROVIDED WITH YOUR HEDGE TRIMMER.
Do not substitute any other charging stand.
Use of another charging stand could
promote batteries to explode causing
possible serious injury.
• DO NOT PLACE HEDGE TRIMMER OR ITS
BATTERY NEAR FIRE OR HEAT. It might
explode.
• DO NOT CHARGE HEDGE TRIMMER IN A
DAMP OR WET LOCATION.
• Your hedge trimmer should be charged in a
location where the temperature is more than
50˚F (10˚C) but less than 100˚F (38˚C).
• DO NOT disassemble the battery. Battery
should be recycled, call 1-800-8 BATTERY
for recycling information.
• To avoid accidental starting, never carry your
hedge trimmer with your finger on the trigger.
• Before using charging stand, read all
instructions and cautionary markings in this
manual, on charging stand, and product
using charging stand.
• Do not expose 12V charger to rain or snow.
• DO NOT USE accessories or attachments
not sold or recommended by Ryobi to void
the risk of fire, electric shock or jury to
persons.
• To reduce risk of injury, charge only
nickel-cadmium type rechargeable batteries.
Other types of batteries may burst, causing
personal injury and damage.
• To reduce risk of damage to charger cord,
pull by the cord plug, rather than cord, when
disconnecting 12V charger.
• Make sure charger cord is located so that it
will not be stepped on, tripped over, or
otherwise subjected to damage or stress.
• DO NOT OPERATE 12V CHARGER WITH A
DAMAGED CORD OR PLUG. If damaged,
have replaced immediately by an authorized
service dealer.
• Do not operate 12V charger if it has received
a sharp blow, been dropped, or otherwise
damaged in any way; take it to an authorized
service dealer.
• Do not disassemble 12V charger; take it to
an authorized service dealer when service or
repair is required. Incorrect assembly may
result in a risk of electric shock or fire.