Ryobi BC400 - Manual (Page 3)

3 — English
IMPORTANT SAFETy INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING:
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. To reduce the risk of fire
or explosion, electric shock, and the injury to persons,
read and understand all instructions included in this
manual. Be familiar with the controls and the proper us-
age of the equipment.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
 Know your power tool. Read the operator’s manual
carefully. Learn the machine’s applications and limitations
as well as the specific potential hazards related to this
tool.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or explosion:
 For units intended for use with only water-based
materials, do not clean with flammable liquids. For
use with water-based liquids only.
 For units intended for use with only water-based or
mineral spirit-type materials with a minimum flash
point of 60°C (140°F), do not clean with liquids having
a flash point less than 60°C (140°F).
 Paint or solvent flowing through the equipment is able
to result in static electricity. Static electricity creates
a risk of fire or explosion in the presence of paint or
solvent fumes. All parts of the brush cleaner shall be
properly grounded to protect against static discharge
and sparks.
 Verify that all containers and collection systems are
grounded to prevent static discharge.
 Do not use a paint or a solvent containing halogenated
hydrocarbons. See operating instructions for examples
of these types of material.
 Keep area well ventilated. Keep a good supply of fresh
air moving through the area. Keep brush cleaner in a
well ventilated area.
 Do not smoke in the cleaner area.
 Do not operate light switches, engines, or similar spark
producing products in the cleaner area.
 Keep area clean and free of paint or solvent containers,
rags, and other flammable materials.
 Know the contents of the paints and solvents being
sprayed. Read all Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)
and container labels provided with the paints and
solvents. Follow the paint and solvent manufacturer’s
safety instructions.
 Fire extinguisher equipment shall be present and
working.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury:
 Always wear appropriate gloves, eye protection, and
a respirator or mask when painting.
 Do not operate or spray near children. Keep children
away from equipment at all times.
 Do not overreach or stand on an unstable support.
Keep effective footing and balance at all times.
 Stay alert and watch what you are doing.
 Do not operate the unit when fatigued or under the
influence of drugs or alcohol.
 Place the product in the OFF position before removing
the plug from the outlet.
 Do not unplug by pulling on the cord. Always grasp
the cord when unplugging, not the cord.
 Do not operate any product with a damaged cord or
plug, or after the product malfunctions or has been
dropped or damaged in any manner. Return product to
the nearest authorized service center for examination,
repair, or electrical or mechanical adjustment.
 Risk of fire or explosion: Do not use with flammable
liquids (i.e., paint stripper, paint remover, brush cleaner,
mineral spirits, lacquer thinner, turpentine, acetone,
gasoline, kerosene, etc.). Use only water or manufacture
recommended cleaning solvents (i.e., Klean Strip
® White
Formula Paint Thinner).
 Never use hot, self-heating caustic or corrosive
liquids.
 For household use only.
 To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and
understand operator’s manual.
 Risk of electric shock: do not expose to rain. Store
indoors.
 Do not contact moving parts.
 Unplug from outlet when not in use and before servicing
or cleaning.
 Ground all tools. If tool is equipped with three-prong
plug, it should be plugged into a three-hole electrical
receptacle.
 Check with a qualified electrician or service personnel if the
grounding instructions are not completely understood or
if in doubt as to whether the tool is properly grounded.
 Use only correct electrical devices: 3-wire extension cords
that have 3-prong grounding plugs, 3-pole receptacles
that accept the tool’s plug, properly grounded receptacle
match the plug.
 Do not modify the plug provided. If it will not fit the outlet,
have the proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
 Only use attachments recommended or sold by the
manufacturer.
 To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not put brush
cleaner in water or other liquid. Do not place or store ap-
pliance where it can fall or be pulled into a tub or sink.
 Do not clean this appliance with a water spray or the like.
 Keep the extension cord connections dry and off the
ground.
 Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and
use them to instruct other users. If you loan someone
this tool, loan them these instructions also.