contact an authorised service centre.
■
Regularly inspect and maintain the high
pressure cleaner for safe operation. RYOBI
recommends inspecting the product every
6 months.
■
Check all nuts, bolts, and screws at frequent
intervals for proper tightness to ensure the
product is in safe working condition. Any
part that is damaged should be properly
repaired or replaced by an authorised
service centre.
WARNING
Servicing
requires
knowledge and should be performed only
by a qualifi ed service technician. Have the
product serviced by an authorised service
centre only. When servicing, use only
original replacement parts.
RESIDUAL RISKS
Even when the product is used as prescribed,
it is still impossible to completely eliminate
certain residual risk factors. The following
hazards may arise during use and the
operator should pay special attention to avoid
the following:
■
injury caused by the high-pressure jet
–
Avoid pointing the high-pressure jet to
people, animals, and to yourself.
■
injury caused by kickback
–
Always hold the handle or the trigger
wand firmly with your two hands.
■
injury caused by inhalation of aerosols
–
Wear appropriate respiratory mask.
■
injury caused by exposure to noise
–
Wear ear protection.
RISK REDUCTION
It has been reported that vibrations from
handheld tools may contribute to a condition
called Raynaud's Syndrome. Symptoms may
include tingling, numbness, and blanching of
the fi ngers, usually apparent upon exposure
to cold. Hereditary factors, exposure to cold
and dampness, diet, smoking, and work
practices are all thought to contribute to the
development of these symptoms. There are
measures that can be taken by the operator to
possibly reduce the effects of vibration:
■
Keep your body warm in cold weather.
When operating the product, wear gloves
to keep the hands and wrists warm. It is
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extreme
care
and
reported that cold weather is a major factor
contributing to Raynaud's Syndrome.
■
After each period of operation, exercise to
increase blood circulation.
■
Take frequent work breaks. Limit the
amount of exposure per day.
If you experience any of the symptoms of this
condition, immediately discontinue use and
see your physician.
WARNING
Injuries may be caused, or aggravated, by
prolonged use of a tool. When using any
tool for prolonged periods, ensure you take
regular breaks.
KNOW YOUR PRODUCT
See page 177.
1.
Handle
2.
Hose hook
3.
On/off switch
4.
Power cord holder
5.
Power cord
6.
Wheel
7.
Detergent tank
8.
High pressure hose
9.
Nozzle cleaning tool
10. Water inlet coupler with filter
11. Turbo lance
12. Water inlet
13. Water outlet
14. Vario lance
15. Trigger handle holder
16. Trigger gun inlet
17. Trigger
18. Trigger handle lock
NOTE: If using detergent, refer to the Material
Safety Data Sheet of the detergent.
SYMBOLS ON THE PRODUCT
Warning
Class II tool, double insulation
To reduce the risk of injury,
user must read and understand
operator's manual before using
this product.