Ryobi RY44140 Manuel D'utilisation page 11

WARNING:
When servicing, use only identical replacement parts.
Use of any other parts could create a hazard or cause
product damage.
NOTICE:
Periodically inspect the entire product for damaged,
missing, or loose parts such as screws, nuts, bolts, caps,
etc. Tighten securely all fasteners and caps and do not
operate this product until all missing or damaged parts
are replaced. Please contact customer service or a quali-
fied service center for assistance.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most
plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of
commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use
clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc.
WARNING:
Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-
based products, penetrating oils, etc., come in contact
with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken, or
destroy plastic which may result in serious personal injury.
WARNING:
Blades are sharp. When handling the blade assembly,
wear non-slip, heavy-duty protective gloves. Do not place
your hand or fingers between blades or in any position
where they could get pinched or cut. NEVER touch blades
or service unit with the power supply connected.
LUBRICATING THE BLADE
See Figure 9.
For easier operation and longer blade life, lubricate the hedge
trimmer blade before and after each use.
 Stop the motor and disconnect plug from power supply.
 Lay the hedge trimmer on a flat surface. Apply light weight
machine oil along the edge of the top blade.
This product has a Three-year Limited Warranty for personal,
family, or household use (90 days for business or commercial use).
For warranty details, visit www.ryobitools.com
MAINTENANCE
or call (toll free) 1-800-860-4050.
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If you will be using the hedge trimmer for an extended period,
it is advisable to oil the blade during use.
NOTE: Do not oil while the hedge trimmer is running.
 Stop the motor and disconnect plug from power supply.
 Lubricate the hedge trimmer as described above.
 Reconnect plug to the power source and resume use.
SHARPENING THE BLADE
See Figure 10.
 Allow the blades of the hedge trimmer to come to a stop
in the position shown. This will allow clearance for the
file between the cutter teeth and the guard teeth.
 Disconnect the plug from the power source.
 Clamp the blade assembly in a vise and file the exposed
cutting surface of each blade tooth with an 8 in. smooth
round file, 1/4 in. or 7/32 in. in diameter. Be sure to retain
the original angle of the tooth when filing.
 Remove the hedge trimmer from the vise, reconnect plug
to the power source, and restart the hedge trimmer. Al-
low the blades of the hedge trimmer to come to a stop
so that the unsharpened edges on the other side of the
cutter blade teeth are exposed.
 Disconnect the plug from the power source and repeat
the sharpening procedure as described above.
CLEANING THE HEDGE TRIMMER
 Stop the motor and disconnect plug from power supply.
 Clean dirt and debris from the body of the hedge trimmer,
using a damp cloth with a mild detergent.
NOTE: Do not use any strong detergents on the plastic
housing or the handle. They can be damaged by certain
aromatic oils such as pine and lemon, and by solvents
such as kerosene.
TRANSPORTING AND STORING
See Figure 11.
 Always place the blade cover on the blade before storing
or transporting the hedge trimmer. Use caution to avoid
the sharp teeth of the blade.
 Clean the hedge trimmer thoroughly before storing. Store
the hedge trimmer indoors, in a dry place that is inacces-
sible to children. Keep away from corrosive agents such
as garden chemicals and de-icing salts.