Ryobi EPN-7582N - Manual (Page 6)

THANK YOU FOR BUYING A RYOBI PRODUCT.
To ensure your safety and satisfaction, carefully read
through this OWNER’S MANUAL and SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS before using the product.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING
WARNING
When using electric tools, basic safety
precautions, including the following, should
always be followed to reduce the risk of fire,
electric shock and personal injury.
■ Keep work area clean. Cluttered areas and benches
invite injuries.
■ Consider work area environment. Do not expose
power tools to rain. Do not use power tools in damp
or wet locations. Keep work area lit. Do not use
power tools where there is risk to cause fire or shock.
■ Guard against electric shock. Avoid body contact
with earthed or grounded surface (e.g. pipes,
radiators, ranges, refrigerators).
■ Keep children away. Do not let visitors touch the tool
or extension cord. All visitors should be kept from area.
■ Store idle tools. When not in use, tools should be
stored in a dry, high or locked up place, out of reach
of childen.
■ Use the right tool. Do not force small tools or
attachments to do the job of a heavy duty tool. Do not
use tools for purposes not intended.
■ Do not force the tool. It will do the job better and
safer the rate for which it was intended.
■ Have your tool repaired by a qualified person. This
electric tool is in accordance with the relevant safety
requirements. Repairs should only be carried out by
qualified persons using original spare parts, otherwise
this may result in consid erable danger to the user.
■ Only use sharp blades.
■ Hearing protection should be worn.
■ Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewellery, they can be caught in moving parts. Rubber
gloves and non-skid footwear are recommended when
working outdoors. Wear protecting hair covering to
contain long hair.
■ Use safety glasses. Also use face or dust mask if
the cutting operation is dusty.
■ Do not abuse the cord. Never carry the tool by the
cord or yank it to disconnect it from the socket.
Keep the cord away from heat, oil and sharp edges.
■ Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance
at all times.
■ Maintain tools with care. Keep tools clean for better
and safer performance. Inspect tool cord periodically
and if damaged have it repaired by an authorized
service facility. Inspect extension cords periodically
and replace, if damaged. Keep handles dry,
clean and free from oil and grease.
■ Remove adjusting keys and wrenches. Form the
habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting
wrenches are removed from the tool before turning it on.
■ Avoid unintentional starting. Do not carry a
plugged-in tool with a finger on the switch.
Ensure switch is off when plugging in.
■ Use outdoor extension leads. When tool is used
outdoors, use only extension cords intended for
outdoor use.
■ Stay alert. Watch what your doing. Use common
sense. Do not operate tool when you tired.
■ Check damaged parts. Before further use of the tool,
a guard or other part that is damaged should be
carefully checked to determine that it will operate
properly and perform its intended function. Check for
alignment breakage of parts, mounting and any other
conditions that may affect its operation. Have defective
switches replaced by an authorized service facility.
Do not use the tool if the switch can not turn it on and off.
■ Make sure that the tool is only connected to the
voltage marked on the name plate.
■ Never use the tool if its cover or any bolts are
missing. If the cover or bolts have been removed,
replace them prior to use. Maintain all parts in good
working order.
■ Always secure tools when working in elevated
positions.
■ Never touch the blade, drill bit, grinding wheel or
other moving parts during use. Never start a tool
when its rotating component is in contact with the
work piece.
■ Never lay a tool down before its moving parts
have come to a complete stop.
■ ACCESSORIES: The use of accessories or
attachments other than those recommended in this
manual might present a hazard.
■ REPLACEMENT PARTS: When servicing use only
identical replacement parts.
■ Wait for the cutter to stop before setting the tool
down. An exposed cutter may engage the surface
leading to possible loss of control and serious injury.
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