Ryobi SS -- RY34440 Trimmer User Manual


 
4 — English
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
Inspect before use. Replace damaged parts. Make sure
fasteners are in place and secure. Check for fuel leaks.
Replace string head if cracked, chipped, or damaged in any
way. Be sure the string head or blade is properly installed and
securely fastened. Failure to do so can cause serious injury.
Make sure all guards, straps, deflectors, and handles are
properly and securely attached.
Use only the manufacturer’s replacement line in the cutting
head. Do not use any other cutting attachment. To install
any other brand of replacement line or cutting head to this
string trimmer can result in serious personal injury. Never
use, for example, wire or wire-rope, which can break off and
become a dangerous projectile.
Never operate unit without the grass deflector in place and
in good condition.
Maintain a firm grip on both handles while trimming. Keep
string head below waist level. Never cut with the string head
located over 30 in. or more above the ground.
This product is intended for infrequent use by homeowners
and other occasional users for such general applications as
trimming light and heavy vegetation, etc. It is not intended
for prolonged use. Prolonged periods of operation can cause
circulatory problems in the user’s hands due to vibration.
For such use, it may be appropriate to use a saw having an
anti-vibration feature.
SYMBOLS
Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning for safe
operation of this product.
SYMBOL NAME EXPLANATION
Safety Alert Precautions that involve your safety.
Read the Operator’s Manual
To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and under-
stand operator’s manual before using this product.
Wear Eye and Hearing Protection
Wear eye protection which is marked to comply
with ANSI Z87.1 as well as hearing protection when
operating this equipment.
Keep Bystanders Away Keep all bystanders at least 50 ft. away.
Ricochet
Thrown objects can ricochet and result in personal injury
or property damage.
No Blade
Do not install or use any type of blade on a product dis-
playing this symbol.
The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product.
SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING
DANGER:
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result
in death or serious injury.
WARNING:
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result
in death or serious injury.
CAUTION:
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result in
minor or moderate injury.
CAUTION:
(Without Safety Alert Symbol) Indicates a situation that may result in property
damage.