Clearing Blockages; Residual Risks; Risk Reduction - Ryobi RLM36BL Original Instructions Manual

WARNING
Servicing requires
knowledge and should be performed only
by a qualified service technician. Have the
product serviced by an authorised service
centre only. When servicing, use only
original replacement parts.
■ Turn off the product, and remove the
isolator key and the battery pack. Make
sure that all moving parts have come to
a complete stop before any cleaning or
maintenance task.
■ You may make adjustments and repairs
described in this manual. For other repairs,
have the product serviced by an authorised
service centre only.
■ Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.
■ Frequently check the grass catcher for
wear or deterioration.
■ After each use, clean the product with a
soft, dry cloth. Any part that is damaged
should be properly repaired or replaced by
an authorised service centre.
■ Check all nuts, bolts, and screws at
frequent intervals for proper tightness to
ensure that the product is in safe working
condition.
■ Be careful during adjustment of the product
to prevent entrapment of the fingers
between moving blades and fixed parts of
the product.
■ When servicing the blades, be aware that
even though the power source is turned off,
the blades can still be moved.
■ The blade on the product is sharp. Use
extreme caution and wear heavy-duty
gloves when fitting, replacing, cleaning, or
checking bolt security.
■ Replace damaged blades and bolts in sets
to preserve balance.
■ The blade bolts must be adequately
tightened. See
recommendations for blade bolt torque,
which can be found in the product
specification table in this manual.

CLEARING BLOCKAGES

■ Turn off the product, remove the isolator
key and the battery pack. Make sure that
all moving parts have come to a complete
stop.
extreme care and
the manufacturer's
■ Always wear heavy-duty gloves when
checking or clearing a blockage.
■ The blades are sharp, and the blockage
itself could be a sharp object.
■ Remove the grass catcher, check for and
carefully clear obstructions.
■ Check and carefully clear the grass
discharge chute for blockages.
■ Turn the product on its side, then check
its underside and the area around the
blade. Carefully remove any blockages.
Remember that the blade may move during
cleaning.

RESIDUAL RISKS

Even when the product is used as prescribed,
it is still impossible to completely eliminate
certain residual risk factors. The following
hazards may arise during use, and the
operator should pay special attention to avoid
the following:
■ injury caused by vibration
– Always use the right tool for the job. Use
designated handles and restrict working
time and exposure.
■ injury caused by noise
– Exposure to noise can cause hearing
injury. Wear ear protection and limit
exposure.
■ injury from contact with the blades
■ injury caused by thrown objects

RISK REDUCTION

It has been reported that vibrations from
handheld tools may contribute to a condition
called Raynaud's Syndrome. Symptoms may
include tingling, numbness, and blanching of
the fingers, usually apparent upon exposure
to cold. Hereditary factors, exposure to cold
and dampness, diet, smoking, and work
practices are all thought to contribute to the
development of these symptoms. There are
measures that can be taken by the operator to
possibly reduce the effects of vibration:
■ Keep your body warm in cold weather.
When operating the product, wear gloves
to keep the hands and wrists warm. It is
reported that cold weather is a major factor
contributing to Raynaud's Syndrome.
■ After each period of operation, exercise to
increase blood circulation.
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