User manual RYOBI RHT600R

[. . . ] It is essential that you read the instructions in this manual before mounting and operating this machine. WARNING When using electric gardening appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury, including the following: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS. It will do a better job with less likelihood of a risk of injury when you operate it at the rate for which it was designed. Pull the plug out immediately if the mains or extension lead is damaged or severed. [. . . ] Do not use the product if parts have been damaged. check the product regularly to make sure that it will operate properly and perform the intended function. Any part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an Authorised Ryobi Service Centre. Never douse or squirt the product with water or any other liquid. Wipe down housing with a damp cloth only, then dry fully and make sure there is no debris remaining in the blade or working parts. Remove plug from socket before adjusting or maintaining tool. Always keep vent slits free of obstruction. After each use, carefully clean the blade, rub over with an oily cloth or treat with an environmentally friendly lubricant. WARNING Before carrying out any maintenance operations, cut off the electric power supply by disconnecting the plug from the mains. Service on this product must be performed by qualified repair personnel only. service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in injury to the user and/or damage to the product. Such service may also void your warranty. Use only identical replacement parts when servicing the product. Follow the instructions in the Maintenance section of this manual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow maintenance instructions may create a risk of shock, serious injury to the user and/or damage to the product. When replacing the blade, the whole blade assembly should be changed. Stop the motor when you are waiting to cut or when you are walking from one cutting location to another. When transporting, disconnect the plug from the mains. Carry the trimmer by the handles provided and keep hans away from the cutting blade. During transport or storage, always cover the blade with the blade sheath, so that the blades aren't accessible. Store the product up high or lock it up to prevent unauthorized use or damage. Keep the product out of the reach of children. [. . . ] This tool is equipped with a two-hands safety switching system. This system prevents starting the tool inadvertently and will only allow operation while holding the tool with both hands. To switch on: Press the bow grip On/Off switch (3) and the On/Off switch at rotational handle (4) with both hands at the same time. Note: The sparking (flashing) resulting in the area of the vent slits / top of the main enclosure is normal and will not damage the tool. [. . . ]