Ryobi P782 Manuel D'utilisation page 8

SET UP
See Figures 1 - 6, pages 10 - 11.
NOTE: The product is shipped with the extension tubes
retracted, the legs folded in, and the adjustable head tilted
down. Follow the instructions below to raise the product to
the operating position.
 Insert the feet into the holes of each leg.
 Move the legs back and away from the base.
 Position the product on its base and legs.
 Push the release button and rotate the head upward until
it clicks into place.
WARNING:
When adjusting the height of the product, hold the up-
per, middle, or lower tube with one hand and unlock the
clamp with the other. If not held properly, the top portion
of the product could descend rapidly and cause serious
personal injury or property damage.
 Unlock the clamp securing the lower tube and raise it to
your desired height. Lock the tube in place.
 Repeat the process to extend the middle and upper tubes.
Lock the tubes in place.
NOTE: Raise the upper tube gradually. Do not extend the
product beyond a stable height.
WARNING:
Keep everyone - helpers, bystanders, children, and ani-
mals-a safe distance from an extended product. Serious
personal injury or property damage could occur if the tool
is tipped. Unless you are adjusting the product, keep a
minimum distance of 5 ft. away from the unit.
 To lower the product, reverse the steps listed above.
OPERATION
INSTALLING/REMOVING BATTERY PACK
See Figure 7, page 11.
 Insert the battery pack into the product as shown.
 Make sure the latches on each side of the battery pack
snap into place and the battery pack is secured before
beginning operation.
 Depress the latches to remove the battery pack.
For complete charging instructions, see the operator's manu-
als for your battery pack and charger.
WARNING:
Always remove battery pack or unplug extension cord
from your product when you are assembling parts, mak-
ing adjustments, cleaning, or when not in use. Removing
battery pack or unplugging extension cord will prevent
accidental starting that could cause serious personal
injury.
INSTALLING/REMOVING POWER CORD
See Figure 8, page 11.
WARNING:
Do not route cord under carpets, rugs, runners, furniture,
or appliances and always route cord away from traffic
areas to prevent a tripping hazard.
 Remove the battery pack.
 Insert the female end of the power cord into the product
as shown.
 Connect the male end of the power cord to the power
source.
 Make sure the power cord is secured before beginning
operation.
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