Symbols - Ryobi RY404015 Operator's Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
 Never use blower/vacuum to spread chemicals, fertil-
izers, or any other toxic substances. Spreading these
substances could result in serious injury to the operator
or bystanders.
 Never place blower/vacuum on any surface, except
a hard, clean surface when motor is running. Gravel,
sand, and other debris can be picked up by the air inlet
and thrown at the operator or bystanders, causing pos-
sible serious injuries.
 For household use only.
 Remove the battery pack from the tool when not in
use, before servicing, and before storing the tool. Such
preventative safety measures reduce the risk of starting
the tool accidentally.
 Do not operate in poor lighting.
 Do not pick up flammable or combustible liquids such
as gasoline or use in areas where they may be pres-
ent.
 Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking
such as cigarette matches or hot ashes.
 Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with
any opening blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair, and
anything that may reduce air flow.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product.
SYMBOL SIGNAL
DANGER:
WARNING:
CAUTION:
NOTICE:
 Maintain tool with care. Keep fan area clean for best
 Do not attempt to clear clogs from tool without first re-
 Rotating impeller blades can cause severe injury.
 Never run the unit without the proper equipment at-
 Avoid situations that could catch the vacuum bag on
 Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and

SYMBOLS

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).
4 — English
and safest performance. Follow instructions for proper
maintenance.
moving the battery pack.
Remove the battery pack and make sure impeller blades
have stopped rotating before installing the blower inlet
attachment or vacuum bag.
tached. When used as a blower, always install the blower
inlet attachment and lower tube. When used as a vacuum,
always install the lower tube and vacuum bag. Make
sure the vacuum bag is installed properly when the unit
is running to avoid flying debris.
fire. Do not operate near an open flame. Do not vacuum
warm ash from fireplaces, barbecue pits, brush piles, etc.
Do not vacuum discarded cigars or cigarettes unless the
cinders are completely cool.
use them to instruct others who may use this tool. If you
loan someone this tool, loan them these instructions also.