RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
•Use only genuine Ryobi replacement parts when servicing this unit. These parts are available from your authorized service dealer.
•Do not use parts, accessories or attachments not authorized by Ryobi for this unit. Doing so could lead to serious injury to the user, or damage to the unit, and void your warranty.
•Battery tools do not have to be plugged into an electrical outlet; therefore, they are always in operating condition. Take extra precautions and care when performing maintenance, service or for changing the cutting attachment or other attachments.
OTHER SAFETY WARNINGS
•Store the unit in a locked up and dry or high and dry place to prevent unauthorized use or damage, out of the reach of children.
•Be sure to secure the unit while transporting.
•Never douse or squirt the unit with water or any other liquid. Keep handles dry, clean and free from debris. Clean after each use, see Cleaning and Storage instructions.
•Keep these instructions. Refer to them often and use them to instruct other users. If you loan someone this unit, also loan them these instructions.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
SAFETY AND INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS
This operator's manual describes safety and international symbols and pictographs that may appear on this product. Read the operator's manual for complete safety, assembly, operating and maintenance and repair information.
SYMBOL | MEANING |
•SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL
Indicates danger, warning, or caution. May be used in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs.
•WARNING - READ OPERATOR'S MANUAL
Read the Operator’s Manual(s) and follow all warnings and
safety instructions. Failure to do so can result in serious injury to the operator and/or bystanders.
•FOR SERVICE INFORMATION, CALL:
USA:
CANADA:
•WEAR EYE AND HEARING PROTECTION
WARNING: Thrown objects and loud noise can cause severe eye injury and hearing loss. Wear eye protection meeting ANSI
•KEEP BYSTANDERS AWAY
WARNING: Keep all bystanders, especially children and pets, at least 50 feet (15 m) from the trimming area.
WARNING: The operation of any power tool can cause foreign objects to be thrown into your eyes. This can lead to severe eye damage. Before commencing power tool operation, always wear safety glasses or goggles that are marked as meeting ANSI
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