Symbols – Ryobi RP4020 User Manual
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SYMBOLS
Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper inter-
pretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the product better and safer.
SYMBOL
NAME
DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION
Safety Alert
Indicates a potential personal injury hazard.
Read The
Operator’s Manual
To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand operator’s manual
before using this product.
Wet Conditions
Alert
Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations.
Recycle Symbol
This product uses lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries. Local, state or federal laws may
prohibit disposal of batteries in ordinary trash. Consult your local waste authority
for information regarding available recycling and/or disposal options.
DC Volts
Voltage
AC Volts
Voltage
Ohms
The unit of electrical resistance
Continuity
Complete path for current flow
Capacitance
Ability of a component to store an electrical charge
Diode
A two electrode electron tube containing an anode and a cathode.
A
Amperage
The strength of an electric current expressed in amperes
Hz
Hertz
Frequency (cycles per second)
min
Minutes
Time
Direct Current
Type or a characteristic of current
Alternating Current
Type of current
.../min
Per Minute
Revolutions, strokes, surface speed, orbits etc., per minute
The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product.
SYMBOL
SIGNAL
MEANING
DANGER:
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result
in death or serious injury.
WARNING:
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result
in death or serious injury.
CAUTION:
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result in
minor or moderate injury.
CAUTION:
(Without Safety Alert Symbol) Indicates a situation that may result in property
damage.