Ryobi Expand-it UT15702B - Manual (Page 3)

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WARNING:
Read and understand all instructions. Failure to fol-
low all instructions listed below, may result in electric
shock, fire, and/or serious personal injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
 Read these instructions and the instructions for the power
head thoroughly before using the straight shaft trimmer
attachment.
 Know the tool. Read and understand the operator’s
manual and observe the warnings and instruction labels
affixed to the tool.
 Do not allow children or untrained individuals to use this
unit.
 Wear safety glasses or goggles that are marked to comply
with ANSI Z87.1 standards and hearing protection when
operating this unit.
 Wear heavy long pants, a long-sleeved shirt, bo ots, and
gloves. Do not wear loose fitting clothing, short pants,
jewelry of any kind, or go barefoot.
 Secure long hair so it is above shoulder level to prevent
entanglement in any moving parts.
 Keep all bystanders, children, and pets at least 50 ft.
away. Bystanders should be encouraged to wear eye
protection.
 Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use common
sense when operating a power tool. Do not use tool while
tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medica-
tion. A moment of inattention while operating power tools
may result in serious personal injury.
 Do not operate in poor lighting.
 Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all
times. Proper footing and balance enables better control
of the tool in unexpected situations.
 Keep all parts of your body away from any moving part.
 When using the attachment on a power head with a
gasoline engine, do not touch areas around the muffler
or cylinder of the power head. These parts get hot from
operation. Failure to heed this warning could result in
possible serious personal injury.
 Always stop the engine and remove the spark plug
wire or disconnect from power supply before mak-
ing any adjustments or repairs except for carburetor
adjustments.
 Inspect unit before each use for loose fasteners and dam-
aged or missing parts. Correct before using the trimmer
attachment. Failure to do so can cause serious injury.
 Use only original manufacturer’s replacement parts.
Failure to do so may cause poor performance, possible
injury, and will void your warranty.
 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.
 Avoid dangerous environments. Do not use the attach-
ment in damp or wet locations. Do not use in rain.
 Use the right attachment. Do not use attachment for any
job except that for which it is intended.
SAFETY RULES WHEN ATTACHMENT IS
ATTACHED TO AN ELECTRIC POWERHEAD
 When this attachment is being used with the electric string
trimmer, refer to Electrical Safety Rules in the VersaLite ™
Electric String Trimmer Operator’s Manual.
 Make sure the cord is located so that it will not be stepped
on, tripped over, or otherwise subjected to damage or
stress. Keep cord clear of the working area.
� Do not abuse the power cord. Never carry the product
by the cord. Never yank the plug out of the receptacle.
Keep the cord away from heat, oil, and sharp edges.
� Inspect extension cords for deterioration, cuts, or cracks
in the insulation. Repair or replace the cords if any defects
appear.
WARNING:
Keep the extension cord clear of the working area. Posi-
tion the cord so that it will not come in contact with the
attachment when in use. Failure to do so can result in
serious personal injury.
WARNING:
Check extension cords before each use. If damaged
replace them immediately. Touching the damaged area
could cause serious injury due to electrical shock.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES