Safety Alert; Important Safety Instructions; Before Operating; Rules For Safe Operation - Ryobi RESV1300 Manuel De L'opérateur

The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your
attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols,
and their explanations, deserve your careful attention
and understanding. The safety warnings do not by
themselves eliminate any danger. The instructions or
warnings they give are not substitutes for proper
accident prevention measures.
SYMBOL MEANING

SAFETY ALERT:

warning or caution. Attention is required in
order to avoid serious personal injury. May
be used in conjunction with other symbols
or pictographs.
NOTE: Advises you of information or instructions vital
to the operation or maintenance of the
equipment.
• IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS •
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS

BEFORE OPERATING

WARNING:
safety rules. Please read these instructions
before operating the unit in order to ensure
the safety of the operator and any bystanders.
Please keep these instructions for later use.
• Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the
controls and proper use of the unit.
• Do not operate this unit when tired, ill or under the
influence of alcohol, drugs or medication.
• Children and teens under the age of 15 must not use
the unit, except for teens guided by an adult.
• Before each use, thoroughly inspect your unit for loose
or damaged parts. Do not use until adjustments or
repairs are made.
• All guards and safety attachments must be installed
properly before operating the unit.
• Inspect the area before starting the Blower/ Vacuum.
Remove all debris and hard or sharp objects such as
glass, wire, etc.
DANGER:
basic safety precautions should always be
followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock
and personal injury. Carefully read and
understand the entire operator's manual before
using your unit. Pay close attention to the
operating instructions and safety warnings.

RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

Indicates
danger,
When using the unit,
you must follow the
When using electric
gardening appliances,
SYMBOL MEANING
DANGER:
result in serious injury to yourself or to
others. Always follow the safety precautions
to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and
personal injury.
WARNING:
result in injury to yourself and others.
Always follow the safety precautions to
reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and
personal injury.
CAUTION:
result in property damage or personal injury
to yourself or to others. Always follow the
safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire,
electric shock and personal injury.
• Use the unit only in daylight or good artificial light.
• Keep all bystanders, especially children and pets, at
least 50 feet (15 m) away from the unit while operating.

ELECTRICAL SAFETY WARNINGS

• Since the tool is double-insulated, a 2-wire extension
cord (an extension cord without a ground) may be
used. A 3-wire extension cord (an extension cord with
a ground) that uses a NEMA type connector (parallel
blade, U ground) is recommended. Extension cords
are available from your local retailer. Use only round-
jacketed extension cords approved for outdoor use.
• This tool is double-insulated. Repair or replace damaged
cords.
WARNING:
only SW-A, SOW-A, STW-A, STOW-A, SJW-A,
SJOW-A, SJTW-W or SJTOW-A cord types.
• To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this unit has a
polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). This
unit will fit with a polarized plug in one way only. If the
plug does not fit fully into the unit, reverse the plug. If
it still does not fit, use a cord with the correct
connection. Do not modify the unit in any way.
MINIMUM WIRE SIZE FOR EXTENSION CORDS FOR
120 VOLT APPLIANCES USING 0-12 AMPS*
Cord length (ft.) 25
Wire size (AWG)* 16
*The wire size (AWG) for appliances using 12 to 16
amps is 14 AWG for 25 feet, 12 AWG for 50 feet, and
not recommended for 100 or 150 feet.
Failure to obey a
safety warning will
Failure to obey a
safety warning can
Failure to obey a
safety warning may
To reduce the risk of
electrical shock, use
50 100 150
16 16 14
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