Ryobi 704r Trimmer User Manual


 
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Avoid accidental starting. Be in the starting position
whenever pulling the starter rope. The operator and
unit must be in a stable position while starting. Refer
to Starting/Stopping Instructions.
Use the right tool. Only use this tool for its intended
purpose.
Do not overreach. Always keep proper footing and
balance.
Always hold the unit with both hands when operating.
Keep a firm grip on both handles or grips.
Keep hands, face, and feet at a distance from all
moving parts. Do not touch or try to stop the cutting
attachment when it rotates.
Do not touch the engine, gear housing or muffler.
These parts get extremely hot from operation, even
after the unit is turned off.
Do not operate the engine faster than the speed
needed to cut, trim or edge. Do not run the engine at
high speed when not cutting.
Always stop the engine when cutting is delayed or
when walking from one cutting location to another.
If you strike or become entangled with a foreign
object, stop the engine immediately and check for
damage. Do not operate before repairing damage. Do
not operate the unit with loose or damaged parts.
Stop the unit, switch the engine to off, and disconnect
the spark plug for maintenance or repair.
Use only Genuine Factory Parts™ replacement parts
and accessories for this unit. These are available from
your authorized service dealer. Use of any
unauthorized parts or accessories could lead to
serious injury to the user, or damage to the unit, and
void your warranty.
Keep unit clean of vegetation and other materials.
They may become lodged between the cutting
attachment and shield.
To reduce fire hazard, replace a faulty muffler and
spark arrestor. Keep the engine and muffler free from
grass, leaves, excessive grease or carbon build up.
OTHER SAFETY WARNINGS
Never store a fueled unit inside a building where fumes
may reach an open flame or spark.
Allow the engine to cool before storing or transporting.
Be sure to secure the unit while transporting.
Store the unit in a dry area, locked up or up high 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
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION