Operation; Applications - Ryobi RY15520 Manuel D'utilisation

 Align the button with the guide recess on the extension
shaft coupler and slide the two shafts together. Rotate
extension shaft until button locks into the positioning hole.
NOTE: The attachment should only be operated with the
blade in a vertical position. If the button does not release
completely in the positioning hole, the shaft is not locked
into place. Slightly rotate from side to side until the button
is locked into place.
 Tighten the knob securely.
 Repeat previous steps to attach extension shaft to power
head.
WARNING:
Be certain the knob is fully tightened before operating
equipment; check it periodically for tightness during use
to avoid serious injury.
To remove:
 Stop the engine or motor and remove the spark plug wire
or disconnect from the power supply.
WARNING:
Do not allow familiarity with this product to make you
careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is
sufficient to inflict serious injury.
WARNING:
Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to
comply with ANSI Z87.1, as well as hearing and head
protection, when operating this equipment. Failure to do
so could result in objects being thrown into your eyes and
other possible serious injuries.
WARNING:
Do not use any attachments or accessories not
recommended by the manufacturer of this product. The
use of attachments or accessories not recommended
can result in serious personal injury.

APPLICATIONS

You may use this product for the purposes listed below:
 Limbing
 Pruning
ASSEMBLY
 Loosen the knob.
 Push in the button and twist the shafts to remove and
separate ends.
INSTALLING THE SHOULDER STRAP AND
STRAP HANGER
See Figures 3 - 4.
When operating this unit, you must wear a shoulder strap
to support the unit. If your unit does not have a strap
hanger installed on the power head shaft, use the follow-
ing instructions to install the hanger.
 Pull strap hanger apart and place over power head end
of shaft; position near the upper knob.
 Install bolt and lock nut. Tighten nut securely.
NOTE: Check for tightness before each use to avoid
serious injury or product damage.
 Place shoulder strap over your left shoulder and attach
shoulder strap clip to strap hanger. Adjust by sliding the
front clip up or down.
NOTE: When properly adjusted, the power head should
be supported by the shoulder strap about hip level.

OPERATION

PREPARATION FOR CUTTING
 Wear non-slip gloves for maximum grip and protection.
 Maintain a proper grip on the unit whenever the engine
or motor is running. Use your right hand to firmly grip the
rear handle while your left hand has a firm grip on the
front handle.
 Hold unit firmly with both hands. Always keep your left
hand on the front handle and your right hand on the rear
handle, so your body is to the left of the chain line. Never
use a left-handed (cross-handed) grip, or any stance that
places your body or arm across the chain line.
 Never stand directly under the limb you are cutting.
 Always wear shoulder strap for increased safety and to
support the pruner.
 Be certain the knob is fully tightened before operating
equipment; check it periodically for tightness during use
to avoid serious injury.
BASIC CUTTING PROCEDURE
See Figures 5 - 6.
Follow these steps to prevent damage to tree or shrub
bark. Do not use a back-and-forth sawing motion.
 Fully squeeze the trigger and allow the engine or motor
to come to full speed just before entering the cut. Keep
the engine or motor at full speed the entire time you are
cutting.
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