General Safety Rules - Ryobi RLT30CDNB User Manual

Thank you for buying a Ryobi trimmer.
Your new trimmer has been engineered and manu-
factured to Ryobi's high standard for dependability, ease
of operation, and operator safety. Properly cared for, it will
give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance.
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To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read
and understand the operator's manual.
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Do not attempt to operate this trimmer until you
have read thoroughly and understood completely
all instructions, safety rules etc contained in
this manual. Failure to comply may result in
accidents involving fire, electric shock or serious
personal injury. Save operator's manual and
review frequently for continuing safe operation,
and instructing others who may use this tool.
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GEnERal SaFETY RUlES
For safe operation, read and understand all
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instructions before using the trimmer. Follow all safety
instructions. Failure to follow all safety instructions
listed below, can result in serious personal injury.
Do not allow children or untrained individuals to use
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this unit.
Never start or run the engine in a closed or poorly
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ventilated area; breathing exhaust fumes can kill.
Clear the work area before each use. Remove all
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objects such as rocks, broken glass, nails, wire,
or string which can be thrown or become entangled in
the bump head.
Wear full eye and hearing protection while operating
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this unit.
Wear heavy long pants, boots, and gloves. Do not
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wear loose fitting clothing, short pants, jewellery of
any kind, or use with bare feet.
Secure long hair so it is above shoulder level to
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prevent entanglement in any moving parts.
Keep all bystanders, children, and pets at least 15m
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away.
Do not operate this unit when you are tired, ill, or
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under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication.
Do not operate in poor lighting.
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Keep firm footing and balance. Do not overreach.
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Overreaching can result in loss of balance or
exposure to hot surfaces.
Keep all parts of your body away from any moving part.
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Do not touch area around the muffler or cylinder of
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the trimmer, these parts get hot from operation.
Always stop the engine and remove the spark plug
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wire before making any adjustments or repairs except
for carburetor adjustments.
Inspect the unit before each use for loose fasteners,
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fuel leaks, etc. Replace any damaged parts before use.
The bump head will rotate during carburetor
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adjustments.
It has been reported that vibrations from hand-held
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tools may contribute to a condition called Raynaud's
Syndrome in certain individuals. 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.
It is presently unknown what, if any, vibrations or extent
of exposure may contribute to the condition. There are
measures that can be taken by the operator to possibly
reduce the effects of vibration:
a) Keep your body warm in cold weather. When
operating the unit wear gloves to keep the hands
and wrists warm. It is reported that cold weather is
a major factor contributing to Raynaud's Syndrome.
b) After each period of operation, exercise to increase
blood circulation.
c) Take frequent work breaks. Limit the amount of
exposure per day.
If you experience any of the symptoms of this condition,
immediately discontinue use and see your physician
about these symptoms.
Keep the tool well maintained, fasteners tightened
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and worn parts replaced.
Mix and store fuel in a container approved for fuel.
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Mix fuel outdoors where there are no sparks or flames.
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Wipe up any fuel spillage. Move 9m away from
refueling site before starting engine.
Stop the engine and allow to cool before refueling or
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storing the unit.
Allow the engine to cool; empty the fuel tank and
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secure the unit from moving before transporting in a
vehicle.
SPECIFIC SaFETY RUlES FOR TRIMMER USE
Replace bump head if cracked, chipped, or damaged
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in anyway. Be sure the bump head is properly
installed and securely fastened. Failure to do so can
cause serious injury.