Ryobi Expand-it UT15703A - Manual (Page 9)

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MAINTENANCE
WARNING:
When servicing, use only identical replacement parts.
Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause
product damage.
WARNING:
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side
shields during power tool operation or when blowing
dust. If operation is dusty, also wear a dust mask.
WARNING:
Blades are sharp. To reduce the possibility of serious injury,
always wear gloves when performing maintenance on the
hedge trimmer blades. When handling blade assembly,
do not place your hand or fingers between blades or in
any position where they could get pinched or cut. NEVER
touch blades or perform maintenance while the hedge
trimmer attachment is attached to the engine.
BLADE CARE
 Lubricate the cutting blade after each use.
 Periodically inspect the blade for damage and wear.
 If it becomes necessary to have the blade replaced, take
the hedge trimmer to an authorized service center.
LUBRICATING THE BLADE
See Figure 7.
For easier operation and longer blade life, lubricate the blade
before and after each use.

Lay hedge trimmer on a flat surface.
Fig. 7
 Use a brush to remove debris or clippings from the blade.
Wipe any remaining debris away with a clean cloth.
 Apply light weight machine oil along the edge of the top
blade. Wipe any excess oil from the blade.
Occasionally, you should oil the hedge trimmer during use.
Before oiling, stop the hedge trimmer, remove the attach-
ment, then oil. You can then resume trimming. Do not oil
while hedge trimmer is running.
STORING THE HEDGE TRIMMER
 Clean the hedge trimmer thoroughly and lubricate before
storing.
 Store the hedge trimmer in a dry, well-ventilated place
that is inaccessible to children.
 Keep away from corrosive agents such as garden chemi-
cals and de-icing salts.
 Always place the blade sheath on the cutting blade before
storing or when the hedge trimmer is not in use.