RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
•Stop and unplug the unit for maintenance, repair, or for changing the cutting attachment or other attachments.
•Use only genuine Ryobi replacement parts and accessories for this unit. These are available from your authorized service dealer. Use of any non Ryobi parts or accessories could lead to serious injury to the user, or damage to the unit, and void your warranty.
•This unit is provided with
•Keep unit clean of vegetation and other materials. They may become lodged between the cutting attachment and shield.
•Maintain the unit with care. Keep cutting edge sharp and clean for best performance and to reduce the risk of injury. Follow instructions for lubricating and chang- ing accessories. Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil and grease. Always use a clean cloth when cleaning. Never use brake fluid, gasoline, petroleum- based products, or any strong solvents to clean your tool.
•Check for damaged parts. Before further use of the unit, a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other condition that may effect the units operation. A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service dealer unless indi- cated elsewhere in this manual.
WHILE OPERATING WITH EDGER ADD-ON
•Inspect the unit before use. Ensure the blade is installed correctly and secure.
•Clear the area to be edged before each use. Remove all objects such as rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, or string which can be thrown or become entangled in the edging attachment.
•Do not attempt to touch or stop the blade when it is rotating.
•A coasting blade can cause injury while it continues to spin after the unit is stopped. Maintain proper control until the blade has completely stopped rotating.
•Do not run the unit at high speed when not edging.
•If you strike or become entangled with a foreign object, stop the unit immediately and check for damage. Have any damage repaired before attempting further operations. Do not operate unit with a bent, cracked or dull blade. Discard blades that are bent, warped, cracked or broken.
•Stop the unit IMMEDIATELY if you feel excessive vibration. Vibration is a sign of trouble. Inspect thoroughly for loose nuts, bolts or damage before continuing. Repair or replace affected parts as necessary.
WHILE OPERATING WITH SWEEPER/BLOWER ADD-ON
•Inspect the unit before use. Ensure the air intake on sweeper/blower is free of debris.
•Do not overreach. Always keep proper footing and balance. Take extra caution when cleaning on steps or stairs.
•Never point the Blower in the direction of people or pets, or in the direction of windows. Always direct the blowing debris away from people, animals, glass, and solid objects such as trees, automobiles, walls, etc.
OTHER SAFETY WARNINGS
•Allow the unit to cool before storing or transporting. Be sure to secure the unit while transporting.
•Store the unit indoors in a locked up and dry or high and dry place to prevent unauthorized use or damage, out of the reach of children.
•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
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 Z87.1 standards, and a full face shield when needed.
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