Symbols - Ryobi RY40703 Operator's Manual

 Do not open or mutilate the batteries. Released electrolyte
is corrosive and may cause damage to the eyes or skin.
It may be toxic if swallowed.
 Do not place battery tools or their batteries near fire or
heat. This will reduce the risk of explosion and possibly
injury.
 Batteries can explode in the presence of a source of igni-
tion, such as a pilot light. To reduce the risk of serious
personal injury, never use any cordless product in the
presence of open flame. An exploded battery can propel
debris and chemicals. If exposed, flush with water im-
mediately.
 Do not crush, drop or damage battery pack. Do not
use a battery pack or charger that has been dropped or
received a sharp blow. A damaged battery is subject to
explosion. Properly dispose of a dropped or damaged
battery immediately.
 Exercise care in handling batteries in order not to short the
battery with conducting materials such as rings, bracelets,
and keys. The battery or conductor may overheat and
cause burns.
 For best results, your battery tool should be charged in
a location where the temperature is more than 50°F but
less than 100°F. To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, do not store outside or in vehicles.
 Under extreme usage or temperature conditions, battery
leakage may occur. If liquid comes in contact with your
skin, wash immediately with soap and water. If liquid
The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product.
SYMBOL SIGNAL
DANGER:
WARNING:
CAUTION:
NOTICE:
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
MEANING
Indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious
injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious
injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation, that, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate
injury.
(Without Safety Alert Symbol) Indicates information considered important, but not
related to a potential injury (e.g. messages relating to property damage).
gets into your eyes, flush them with clean water for at
least 10 minutes, then seek immediate medical attention.
Following this rule will reduce the risk of serious personal
injury.
 Do not use a battery pack or appliance that is damaged
or modified. Damaged or modified batteries may exhibit
unpredictable behavior resulting in fire, explosion or risk
of injury
 When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other
metal objects, like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws
or other small metal objects, that can make a connec-
tion from one terminal to another. Shorting the battery
terminals together may cause burns or a fire.
 Do not expose a battery pack or appliance to fire or
excessive temperature. Exposure to fire or temperature
above 265°F may cause explosion.
 Exercise extreme caution when crossing gravel surfaces.
Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic.
 Powered walk-behind tiller work is strenuous. You must
be in good physical condition and mentally alert. If you
have any condition that might be aggravated by strenuous
work, check with your doctor before operating a powered
walk-behind tiller.
 Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and
use them to instruct others who may use this power tool.
If you loan someone this power tool, loan them these
instructions also.

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