Operation - Ryobi RYEDG12 Manual Del Operador

 Tighten the knob securely.
NOTE: If the buttons do not release completely in the posi-
tioning holes, the shafts are not locked into place. Slightly
rotate from side to side until the button is locked into place.
NOTE: Use only the specified positioning hole for this
attachment.
WARNING:
Be certain the knob is fully tightened before operating
equipment. Check it periodically for tightness during use
to avoid serious injury.
DANGER:
Never cut near electric cords or lines. If blade jams on
any electrical cord or line, DO NOT TOUCH THE BLADE!
IT CAN BECOME ELECTRICALLY LIVE AND VERY DAN-
GEROUS. Continue to hold the hedge trimmer by he
insulated rear handle or lay it down and away from you
in a safe manner. Disconnect the electrical service to the
damaged line or cord before attempting to free the blade
from the line or cord. Contact with the blade, other con-
ductive parts of the hedge trimmer, or live electric cords or
lines will result in death by electrocution or serious injury.
WARNING:
Do not allow familiarity with this product to make you
careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is
sufficient to inflict serious injury.
WARNING:
Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to
comply with ANSI Z87.1 as well as hearing protection
when operating this product. Wear head protection when
operating this equipment above shoulder level. Failure to
do so could result in objects being thrown into your eyes
and other possible serious injuries.
WARNING:
Do not use any attachments or accessories not
recommended by the manufacturer of this product. The
use of attachments or accessories not recommended
can result in serious personal injury.
ASSEMBLY
REMOVING THE ATTACHMENT FROM THE
POWER HEAD
 Stop the engine or motor and remove the spark plug wire
or disconnect from the power supply.
 Wait for blades to stop moving.
 Loosen the knob.
 Push in the button and twist the shafts to remove and
separate ends.

OPERATION

WARNING:
Hedge trimmer blades are extremely sharp. Do not
remove the scabbard until the hedge trimmer is fully
assembled and ready to use. Always use caution when
removing the scabbard. Failure to comply could result in
possible serious personal injury.
NOTICE:
Before each use, inspect the entire product for damaged,
missing, or loose parts such as screws, nuts, bolts, caps,
etc. Tighten securely all fasteners and caps and do not
operate this product until all missing or damaged parts are
replaced. Please contact customer service or a qualified
service center for assistance.
APPLICATIONS
You may use this product for the purpose listed below:
 Trimming and shaping hedges and shrubbery
OPERATING TIPS
See Figures 3 - 4.
WARNING:
Always keep both hands on the hedge trimmer handles.
Never hold shrubs with one hand and operate hedge
trimmer with the other. Failure to heed this warning can
result in serious injury.
WARNING:
Clear the area to be cut before each use. Remove all
objects such as cords, lights, wire, or string which can
become entangled in the cutting blade and create a risk
of serious personal injury.
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