Ryobi RY40002 - Manual (Page 6)

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 Remove or disconnect battery before servicing, cleaning
or removing material from the gardening appliance.
 Use battery only with charger listed. For use with 40V
lithium-ion battery packs. See Tool/Appliance/Battery
Pack/Charger Correlation Supplement 988000-842.
 Do not dispose of the batteries in a fire. The cell may
explode. Check with local codes for possible special
disposal instructions.
 Do not open or mutilate the batteries. Released electrolyte
is corrosive and may cause damage to the eyes or skin.
It may be toxic if swallowed.
 Do not place battery tools or their batteries near fire or
heat. This will reduce the risk of explosion and possibly
injury.
 Batteries can explode in the presence of a source
of ignition, such as a pilot light. To reduce the risk of
serious personal injury, never use any cordless product
in the presence of open flame. An exploded battery can
propel debris and chemicals. If exposed, flush with water
immediately.
 Do not crush, drop or damage battery pack. Do not
use a battery pack or charger that has been dropped or
received a sharp blow. A damaged battery is subject to
explosion. Properly dispose of a dropped or damaged
battery immediately.
 Exercise care in handling batteries in order not to short the
battery with conducting materials such as rings, bracelets,
and keys. The battery or conductor may overheat and
cause burns.
 For best results, your battery tool should be charged in
a location where the temperature is more than 50°F but
less than 100°F. To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, do not store outside or in vehicles.
 Under extreme usage or temperature conditions,
battery leakage may occur. If liquid comes in contact
with your skin, wash immediately with soap and water,
then neutralize with lemon juice or vinegar. If liquid gets
into your eyes, flush them with clean water for at least
10 minutes, then seek immediate medical attention.
Following this rule will reduce the risk of serious personal
injury.
 Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and
use them to instruct others who may use this power tool.
If you loan someone this power tool, loan them these
instructions also.
cutting head to the string trimmer attachment can result
in serious personal injury.
 Never operate unit without the grass deflector in place
and in good condition.
 Maintain a firm grip on both handles while trimming. Keep
string head below waist level. Never cut with the string
head located over 30 in. or more above the ground.
 Store idle appliances indoors - When not in use, power
head and attachments should be stored indoors in a dry,
locked place out of the reach of children.
 Never use flailing devices, wire or rope on any attachment.
 Inspect area to be cut. Remove objects (rocks, broken
glass, nails, wire, string, etc.) which can be thrown or
become entangled in cutting head.
 Keep the air vents clean and free of debris to avoid
overheating the motor. Clean after each use.
 Stop the unit and disconnect the power source when not
in use. Carry the unit with the motor stopped.
 Store out of the reach of children.
 Do not hang unit so that the switch trigger is depressed.
 Battery tools do not have to be plugged into an electrical
outlet; therefore, they are always in operating condition.
Be aware of possible hazards when not using your battery
tool or when changing accessories. Following this rule will
reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or serious personal
injury.
 Do not charge battery tool in rain, or damp or wet location.
Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock.
 Do not use battery-operated appliance in rain.
 Do not grasp the exposed cutting blades or cutting edges
when picking up or holding the appliance.
 Keep hands away from blades.
 Do not allow power head to be used as a toy. Close
attention is necessary when used by or near children.
 Do not handle charger, including charger plug, and
charger terminals with wet hands.
 Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
 Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids,
such as gasoline, or use in areas where they may be
present.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
ADDITIONAL SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES CAN BE FOUND IN THE
APPLICABLE ATTACHMENT’S OPERATOR’S MANUAL