Ryobi 410r - Manual (Page 5)

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• Always hold the unit with both hands when operating.
Keep a firm grip on the handlebar grips.
• Keep hands, face and feet at a distance from all
moving parts. Do not touch or try to stop the tines
when they are rotating. Do not operate without guards
in place.
• Do not touch the engine, muffler or gearbox. These
parts get extremely hot from operation. When turned
off they remain hot for a short time.
• Do not operate the engine faster than the speed
needed to do the job. Do not run the engine at high
speed when not in use.
• Always stop the engine during suspended or delayed
operation, or when you walk from one location to
another.
• Stop the engine for maintenance, repair or to install or
remove the tines. To avoid injury, stop the unit and
make sure the tines no longer turn.
• The tines become very sharp from use. Always wear
heavy gloves when handling, removing, installing or
cleaning the tines.
• Use only Genuine Factory Parts™ replacement parts
and accessories for this unit. These are available from
your authorized service dealer. Use of any non original
factory parts or accessories could lead to serious
injury to the user, or damage to the unit, and void your
warranty.
• Keep the unit clean of vegetation and other materials.
They may become lodged between the tines and gearbox
or guard.
• To reduce the risk of fire, 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 the unit, with fuel in the tank, 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 place, either locked up or up
high to prevent unauthorized use or damage. Keep out
of the reach of children.
• Clean the tines with a hose and water. Wipe the tines
with a light machine oil to prevent rust.
• Never douse or squirt the engine with water or any other
liquid. Keep handles dry, clean and free from debris.
Clean after each use, as described in the Cleaning and
Storage section.
• 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