Ryobi RY5018 Operator's Manual page 11

WARNING:
Always wear eye protection with side shields
marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1, along with
hearing and head protection. Failure to do so
could result in objects being thrown into your
eyes and other possible serious injuries.
WARNING:
Do not use any attachments or accessories
not recommended by the manufacturer of this
product. The use of attachments or accessories
not recommended can result in serious personal
injury.
WARNING:
This product is equipped with a spark arrestor
that has been evaluated by the USDA Forest
Service; however, product users must comply
with Federal, State, and local fire prevention
regulations. Check with appropriate authori-
ties. Contact customer service or a qualified
service center to purchase a replacement spark
arrestor.
WARNING:
Never fell a tree or cut a log or limb that has a
diameter greater that the length of the guide
bar. Only properly trained professionals should
perform these cuts. Performing these types of
cuts can cause an accident and result in death
or serious personal injury.
NOTICE:
Before each use, inspect the entire product
for damaged, missing, or loose parts such as
screws, nuts, bolts, caps, etc. Tighten securely
all fasteners and caps and do not operate this
product until all missing or damaged parts are
replaced. Please contact customer service or a
qualified service center for assistance.
OPERATION
APPLICATIONS
You may use this product for the purposes listed
below:
 Basic limbing, felling, and woodcutting
FUEL AND REFUELING
HANDLING THE FUEL SAFELY
WARNING:
Check for fuel leaks. A leaking fuel cap is a fire
hazard and must be replaced immediately. If
you find any leaks, correct the problem before
using the product. Failure to do so could result
in a fire that could cause serious personal injury.
 Always handle fuel with care; it is highly
flammable.
 Always refuel outdoors and do not inhale fuel
vapors.
 Do not let gasoline or lubricant come in contact
with skin.
 Keep gasoline and lubricant away from the eyes.
If gasoline or lubricant comes in contact with
the eyes, wash them immediately with clean
water. If irritation is still present, see a doctor
immediately.
 Clean up spilled fuel immediately.
Refer to Refueling in the Specific Safety Rules sec-
tion of this manual for additional safety information.
ETHANOL-BLENDED FUELS
NOTICE:
Do not use E15 or E85 fuel in this product. It
is a violation of federal law and will damage
the unit and void your warranty. Only use
unleaded gasoline containing up to 10%
ethanol.
NOTE: To improve performance when using
ethanol-blended fuels, we recommend the use of
Ethanol Shield 2-cycle lubricant.
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