Intended Use; General Safety Rules - Ryobi RBC254SESO Manuel D'utilisation

Safety, performance, and dependability have been given
top priority in the design of your brushcutter/grass trimmer.

INTENDED USE

The brushcutter/grass trimmer is intended to be used only
by adults who have read and understood the instructions
and warnings in this manual and can be considered
responsible for their actions. The product is only intended
for use outdoors in a well ventilated area. For safety
reasons, the product must be adequately controlled by
using two-handed operation.
The product fi tted with the grass trimmer head (and
appropriate guard) is intended for cutting long grass, pulpy
weed, and similar vegetation at or about ground level.
When fi tted with the Tri-Arc™ blade (and appropriate
guard), it can also cut bushes. The product is not designed
to be fi tted with a saw blade.
The cutting plane should be approximately parallel to the
ground surface. The product should not be used to cut or
trim hedges, bushes, or other vegetation where the cutting
plane is not parallel to the ground surface.
Do not use the product for any other purpose.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and
understand the operator's manual.
WARNING
Do not attempt to operate the product until you have
read thoroughly and understood completely all
instructions and safety rules contained in this manual.
Failure to comply may result in accidents involving fi re,
electric shock, or serious personal injury. Save the
operator's manual and review frequently for continuing
safe operation, and instructing others who may use the
product.
WARNING
The product is not intended to be used by children
or persons with reduced physical, mental, or sensory
capabilities. Children should be adequately supervised
to ensure they do not play with the product.

GENERAL SAFETY RULES

■ For safe operation, read and understand all instructions
before using the product. Follow all safety instructions.
Failure to follow all safety instructions listed below, can
result in serious personal injury.
English (Original instructions)
■ Some regions have regulations that restrict the use of
■ Do not allow children or untrained individuals to use
■ Never start or run the engine in a closed or poorly
■ Clear the work area before each use. Remove all
■ Wear full eye and hearing protection while using the
■ Hearing protection may restrict the operator's ability
■ Wear heavy long trousers, non-slip protective footwear
■ Secure long hair so it is above shoulder level to
■ Keep all bystanders, children, and pets at least 15 m
■ Do not use the product when you are tired, ill, or under
■ Do not use in poor lighting. The operator needs clear
■ Keep firm footing and balance at all times. Do not
■ Keep all parts of your body away from any moving
■ Do not touch area around the silencer or cylinder of
■ Always stop the engine and allow it to cool down
■ Do not smoke when mixing fuel or filling fuel tank.
■ Mix and store fuel in a container approved for fuel.
■ Mix fuel outdoors where there are no sparks or flames.
■ Stop the engine and allow to cool down before
■ Allow the engine to cool down; empty the fuel tank and
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the product. Check with your local authority for advice.
the product.
ventilated area; breathing exhaust fumes can kill.
objects such as rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, or
string, which can be thrown or become entangled in
the string head or blade.
product. If working in an area where there is a risk of
falling objects, head protection must be worn.
to hear warning sounds. Pay particular attention to
potential hazards around and inside the working area.
and gloves. Do not wear loose fitting clothing, short
trousers, jewellery of any kind, or use with bare feet.
prevent entanglement in any moving parts.
away. Stop the product if anyone enters the area.
the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication.
unrestricted vision to identify potential hazards.
overreach. Overreaching can result in loss of balance
or exposure to hot surfaces.
part.
the product, these parts get hot from operation.
before making any adjustments.
Wipe up any fuel spillage. Move 9 m away from
refueling site before starting engine.
refueling or storing the product.