Rules For Safe Operation - Ryobi EMS-1422L Owner's Operating Manual

RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

WARNING:
When using electric tools, basic safety precautions,
including the following, should always be followed to
reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury.
Read and understand these instructions before operating
this product and save these instructions.
■ KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN.
Cluttered areas and benches invite injuries.
■ CONSIDER WORK AREA ENVIRONMENT.
Do not expose power tools to rain. Do not use power
tools in damp or wet locations. Keep work area well
lit. Do not use power tools where there is risk to
cause fire or explosion.
■ GUARD AGAINST ELECTRIC SHOCK.
Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces
(e.g. pipes, radiators, ranges, refrigerators, other
metal surfaces).
■ KEEP CHILDREN AWAY.
Children and pets should be kept at a safe distance
from the work area.
■ STORE IDLE TOOLS.
When not in use, tools should be stored in a dry, high
or locked up place, out of reach of children.
■ DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL.
It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which
it was intended.
■ USE THE RIGHT TOOL.
Do not force small tools or attachments to do the job
of a heavy-duty tool. Do not use tools for purposes
not intended.
■ DRESS PROPERLY.
Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery, they can be
caught in moving parts. Rubber gloves and non-skid
footwear are recommended when working outdoors.
Wear protecting hair covering to contain long hair.
■ USE SAFETY GLASSES.
Use face or dust mask if the cutting
operation is dusty. Also use ear
protection to reduce the risk of induced hearing loss.
■ SECURE WORK.
Use clamps or a vice to hold the work. It is safer than
using your hand and it frees both hands to operate the
tool.
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■ DO NOT OVERREACH.
Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
■ SWITCH TRIGGER
Avoid accidental starting, be sure the switch trigger is
in the locked or OFF position after use.
■ MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE.
Keep cutting tools sharp and clean for better
performance. Follow instructions for lubrication and
changing accessories. Inspect tool cord periodically
and if damaged have it repaired by an authorised
service facility. Inspect extension cords periodically
and replace if damaged. Keep handles dry, clean and
free from oil and grease.
■ STAY ALERT.
Watch what you are doing at all times. Use common
sense. Do not operate tool when you are tired or
under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
■ CHECK DAMAGED PARTS.
Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part
that is damaged should be carefully checked to
determine that it will operate properly and perform
its intended function. Check for alignment of moving
parts, free running of moving parts, breakage of parts
and any other conditions that may affect its operation.
A guard, or other part, that is damaged should be
properly repaired or replaced by an authorised
service centre. Have defective switches replaced by
an authorised service facility. Do not use the tool if
the switch does not turn it on and off.
■ ACCESSORIES.
Only use accessories that are recommended by the
manufacturer, other accessories may create a risk of
injury when used on this tool.
WARNING:
The use of any accessory or attachment, except those
recommended in this instruction manual and from other
recognised accessory suppliers, may present a risk of
personal injury.
■ HAVE YOUR TOOLS REPAIRED BY A QUALIFIED
PERSON.
This electric tool is manufactured in accordance with
the relevant safety requirements. Repairs should only
be carried out by qualified persons using original
spare parts, otherwise this may result in considerable
danger to the user.
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