Hole Auger Safety Warnings - Ryobi P2903 Manuel D'utilisation

WARNING!
Contact your local utility for underground service marking
before using this product to avoid contact with under-
ground utilities.
WARNING!
Maintain a firm grip on the handles with both hands while
using the auger. Keep the auger bit away from your body
and below waist level.
 To reduce the risk of electrocution, never use the auger
near any buried electrical power cables. Contact with or
use near buried electrical power cables may cause serious
injury or electric shock resulting in death.
 To reduce the risk of explosion, never use the auger near
any buried gas lines, including water lines and pipes.
Contact with or use near buried water or gas lines may
result in bursting of water lines and explosion from gas
lines which may cause serious injury or death.
 Replace augers if cracked, bent, or damaged in any way.
Operating the tool with a damaged auger can result in
serious injury.
 Never use the auger with the handles above waist level.
Operation above the waist restricts control of the auger
and may increase the risk of injury.
 Be sure the auger bit is properly installed and securely
fastened. Failure to do so can cause serious injury.
 Replace auger pin if it is bent or damaged.
 Make sure the handles are properly and securely
attached.
 Consider the environment in which you are working. Keep
the working area free from electric cables or underground
utilities.
 Use only the manufacturer's replacement augers. Do not
use any other attachment.
 Replace the auger bit immediately if there are any cracks
or any damage.
 Do not touch the auger bit when the product is switched
on.
 If the auger bit jams, stop the product immediately.
 Maintain a firm grip on both handles during operation.
 Do not use the product with the handle above waist level
to avoid serious chest injuries when the product hits a
hard object.
 Always wear eye protection with side shields marked
to comply with ANSI Z87.1. Following this rule will re-
duce the risk of serious personal injury.

HOLE AUGER SAFETY WARNINGS

 Always keep the handles dry and clean.
 Ensure all handles are properly fitted and are in good
condition.
 Do not start using the product until you have a clear work
area and secure footing.
 Remove all objects such as cords, lights, wire, or loose
string which can become entangled in the cutting blade
and create a risk of serious personal injury.
 Do not modify the product in any way or use it to power
any attachments or devices not recommended by the
manufacturer.
 Before starting the product, make sure the bit is not
contacting any object.
 Do not use the product when there is a possibility of
thunderstorm or lightning. Store the product safely
indoors.
 Turn off the product and remove the battery pack. Make
sure all moving parts have come to a complete stop:
• before servicing
• before leaving the product unattended
• before clearing a blockage
• before checking, cleaning, and working on the product
• before changing accessories
• whenever performing maintenance
• whenever the product starts to vibrate
 Hold the tool with both hands at the intended handles.
Loss of control can cause personal injury.
 Keep all parts of the body away from the auger. The
auger will continue to move after the switch is turned off.
A moment of inattention while operating the auger may
result in serious personal injury.
 Hold the auger tool by insulated gripping surfaces
only, because the auger may contact hidden wiring. The
auger contacting a "live" wire may make exposed metal
parts of the auger "live" and could give the operator an
electric shock.
 Store the unit inside in a dry place, either locked up or up
high to prevent unauthorized use or damage. Keep out
of the reach of children or untrained individuals.
 Stop the motor, wait until all moving parts come to a com-
plete stop, and remove the battery pack before making
any adjustments, cleaning, storing, or removing material
from the unit, or when not in use.
 Never use water or any liquids to clean or rinse off your
product and do not expose the product to rain or wet
conditions. Store indoors in a dry area. Corrosive liquids,
water, and chemicals can enter the product's electronic
components and/or battery compartment and damage
electronic components and/or the battery pack, which
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