WARNING
Never use cutting means or attachments which are
not specifi ed by Ryobi in this manual. This includes
the use of metal mutli-piece pivoting chains and fl ail-
blades. These items are known to break up during use
and present high risk of serious injury to the operator or
bystanders.
WARNING
Inspection after dropping or other impacts: Thoroughly
inspect the product and identify any problems or damage
to it. Any par that is damaged should be properly repaired
or replaced by an authorised service centre.
LINE TRIMMER SAFETY WARNINGS
Some regions have regulations that restrict the use of
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the product. Check with your local authority for advice.
Never allow children or people unfamiliar with the
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instructions to use the product.
Use the product in daylight or good artificial light.
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Avoid using on wet grass.
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Do not walk backwards when using the product.
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Keep firm footing and balance. Do not overreach.
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Overreaching can result in loss of balance. Always be
sure of your footing on slopes. Walk, never run.
Do not operate the product when there is a risk of
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lightning.
Do not expose the product to rain or wet conditions.
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Water entering an appliance will increase the risk of
electric shock.
Keep bystanders, children and pets 15 m away from
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the area of operation, stop the product if anyone enters
the area.
Keep the cutting attachment below waist level.
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Never operate the product with damaged guards or
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without guards in place.
Never fit a metal replacement line.
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Keep hands and feet away from the cutting means at all
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times, especially when switching on the motor.
Beware, the cutting elements continue to rotate after
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the motor is switched off.
Beware of objects thrown by the cutting means. Clear
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debris like small stones, gravel and other foreign
objects from the work area before starting operation.
Wires or string may become entangled with the cutting
means.
Switch off and disconnect from the power supply before:
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servicing
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leaving the product unattended
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cleaning your product or clearing a blockage
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changing accessories
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checking for any damage after hitting an object
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checking for any damage if the product
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starts to vibrate abnormally
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performing maintenance
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removing blade
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installing blade
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The small blade fitted to the lawn guard is designed to
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trim the new extended line to the correct length for safe
and optimum performance. It is very sharp; do not touch
it, particularly when cleaning the product.
Always ensure that ventilation openings are kept clear
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of debris.
Make sure the cutting head attachment is properly
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installed and securely fastened.
Make sure all guards, deflectors and handles are
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properly and securely attached.
Do not modify the product in any way. This may
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increase the risk of injury to yourself or others.
Use only the manufacturer's replacement cutting line.
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Do not use any other cutting attachment.
BRUSHCUTTER SAFETY WARNINGS
In addition to the above rules, these additional
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instructions are appropriate when using the product in
brushcutter mode.
Use heavy-duty gloves while installing or removing
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blades, they have sharp edges.
Do not attempt to touch or stop the blade when it is
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rotating.
A moving blade can cause severe injury. Maintain
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proper control of the machine with both hands until the
blade has completely stopped rotating.
Replace any blade that has been damaged. Always
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make sure blade is installed correctly and securely
fastened before each use.
Use only the manufacturer's replacement Tri-Arc blade.
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Do not use any other cutting attachment.
Never cut any material over 13 mm diameter.
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Your brushcutter is fitted with a harness. Carefully
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adjust the harness to fit comfortably and help to support
the weight of the machine at your right side.
Identify the Quick Release mechanism and practice
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using it before you start using the product. Its correct
use may prevent serious injury in case of an emergency
Never wear additional clothing over the harness or
otherwise that restrict access to the quick release
mechanism.
Cover the blade with the blade protector before storing
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the product, or during transportation. Always remove
the blade protector before using the product. If not
removed, the blade protector could become a thrown
object as the blade begins to turn.
Exercise extreme caution when using the blade with
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the product. Blade thrust is the reaction that may occur
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