General Maintenance - Ryobi Expand-It ABCLT04G Operator's Manual

Brushcutter/ line trimmer attachment

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operation. You must attach and use the shoulder strap

and the brush cutter should be held at a comfortable

position with the trigger handle about hip height. Maintain

your grip and balance on both feet. Position yourself so

that you will not be drawn off balance by the kick-back

reaction of the cutting blade.

Exercise extreme caution when using the blade with this

unit. Blade thrust is the reaction which may occur when

the spinning blade contacts anything it cannot cut. This

contact may cause the blade to stop for an instant, and

suddenly "thrust" the unit away from the object that was

hit. This reaction can be violent enough to cause the

operator to lose control of the unit. Blade thrust may

occur without warning if the blade snags, stalls or binds.

This is more likely to occur in areas where it is difficult to

see the material being cut. For cutting ease and safety,

approach the weeds being cut from the right to the left.

In the event that an unexpected object or woody stock

is encountered, this could minimise the blade thrust

reaction.

CUTTING TECHNIQUE - BLADE

WARNING

Extreme care must be taken when using blades

to ensure safe operation. Read the safety

information for safe operation using the blade,

refer to "Specific Safety Rules for Brushcutter

and Blade Use" earlier in this manual.

■ If working in an area where there is a risk of falling

objects, head protection shall be worn.

■ Always hold brushcutter with both hands when

operating. Use a firm grip on both handles.

■ Maintain your grip and balance on both feet. Position

yourself so that you will not be drawn off balance by

the kick-back reaction of the cutting blade.

■ Inspect and clear the area of any hidden objects

such as glass, stones, concrete, fencing, wire, wood,

metal, etc.

■ Never use blades near footpaths, fencing, posts,

buildings or other immovable objects.

■ Never use a blade after hitting a hard object without

first inspecting it for damage. Do not use if any

damage is detected.

STARTING AND STOPPING

WARNING

Never start or run the engine inside a closed or

poorly ventilated area; breathing exhaust fumes

can kill.

TO START THE ENGINE

1. Lay the product on a flat, bare surface free of debris

2. Ensure the cutting blade is in a safe position.

3. Keep all body parts, particularly hands and feet away

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from the cutter.

4. Start the engine.

5. Maintain complete control of the product whilst the

engine ir running.

TO STOP THE ENGINE

1. Release the throttle trigger.

2. Toggle the switch to the "O" (OFF) position.

■ The trigger and OFF switch are located next to the

operators right hand position on the power head.

■ Refer to the manual of your power head for more

detailed information.

WARNING

Do not, under any circumstance, use any

attachment or accessory on this product which

was not provided with the product, or identified

as appropriate for use with this product in the

Operator's Manual.

MAINTENANCE

WARNING

Use only original manufacturer's replacement

parts, accessories and attachments. Failure to

do so may cause poor performance, possible

injury and may void your warranty.

WARNING

When servicing, use only identical replacement

parts. Use of any other parts may create a

hazard or cause product damage.

WARNING

Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses

with side shields during power tool operation or

when blowing dust. If operation is dusty, also

wear a dust mask.

WARNING

Before inspecting, cleaning, or servicing the

machine, shut off engine, wait for all moving

parts to stop, and disconnect spark plug wire

and/or ensure the engine cut off switch remains

in the off position. Failure to follow these

instructions can result in serious personal injury

or property damage.