Ryobi APR04A Operator's Manual page 3

 Do not force tool. Use the correct tool for your application.
The correct tool will do the job better and safer at the rate
for which it is designed.
 Do not use on a ladder or unstable support. Stable foot-
ing on a solid surface enables better control of the tool in
unexpected situations.
 Never let anyone use the tool who has not received ad-
equate instructions in its proper use. This also applies tho
the power head that drives the attachment.
 To protect yourself from electrocution, do not operate the
pole pruner attachment within 15m of overhead electrical
lines.
 To protect yourself from falling branches, do not stand
directly under the branch or limb being cut. This unit should
not be held at an angle over 60° from ground level.
Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper
interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the product better and safer.
SYMBOL
Safety Alert Symbol
Read the Operator's Manual
Eye, Hearing and Head Protection
Safety Footwear
Gloves
Moving Parts
Kickback
Hot Surfaces
Risk of Electrocution
SPEcIFIc SAFETY RULES
SYMBOLS
NAME
 Keep the handles dry, clean, and free of oil or fuel mix-
ture.
 Before you start the engine, make sure the chain is not
contacting any object.
 Shut off the engine and make sure the cutting chain has
stopped before setting the unit down.
 To prevent electrical shock or serious personal injury,
exercise extreme caution when using this product with
any electrical power head. Refer to power head operators
manual for suitability of attachment.
 Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and
use them to instruct others who may use this tool.
If you loan someone this tool, loan them these in-
structions also to prevent misuse of the product and
possible injury.
EXPLANATION
Precautions that involve your safety.
To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand
operator's manual before using this product.
Wear eye and hearing protection which is marked to comply
with standards when operating this equipment.
Wear non-slip safety footwear when using this equipment.
Wear non-slip, heavy-duty protective gloves when handling
the pole pruner attachment and the saw chain.
Keep hands away from moving parts.
DANGER! Beware of kickback.
Indicates HOT SURFACES. Keep all body parts away from
all hot surfaces.
DANGER! Risk of electrocution! Keep attachment within 15m
of overhead electrical lines.
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