Intended Use; General Safety Rules; Specific Safety Rules - Ryobi RLT430CESB Manuel D'utilisation

INTENDED USE

This product is only intended for use outdoors in a well ventilated
area.
The product is intended for cutting long grass, weed and similar
vegetation at or about ground level. 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.

GENERAL SAFETY RULES

WARNING
Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all
instructions listed below may result in serious personal
injury.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
 For safe operation, read and understand all instructions before
using this product. Follow all safety instructions. Failure to
follow all safety instructions listed below, can result in serious
personal injury.
 Do not allow children or untrained individuals to use this unit.
 Never start or run the engine in a closed or poorly ventilated
area; breathing exhaust fumes can kill.
 Clear the work area before each use. Remove all objects such
as rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, or line which can be thrown
or become entangled in the cutting line or blade.
 Wear safety glasses or goggles that are marked to comply
with EN 166 standard when operating this product, In case of
risk from falling objects, head protection should be used.
 Wear heavy, long trousers, boots, and gloves. Do not wear
loose fitting clothing, shorts, sandals, or go barefoot. Do not
wear jewellery of any kind.
 Heavy protective clothing may increase operator fatigue,
which could lead to heat stroke. During weather that is hot and
humid, heavy work should be scheduled for early morning or
late afternoon hours when temperatures are cooler.
 Never operate this unit on the operator's left side.
 Secure long hair above shoulder level to prevent entanglement
in moving parts.
 Keep all bystanders, children, and pets at least 15m away.
Bystanders should be encouraged to wear eye protection. If
you are approached, stop the engine and cutting attachment.
 Do not operate this unit when you are tired, ill, or under the
influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication.
 Do not operate in poor lighting.
 Keep firm footing and balance. Do not overreach.
Overreaching can result in loss of balance or exposure to hot
surfaces.
 Keep all parts of your body away from any moving part.
 To avoid hot surfaces, never operate the unit with the bottom
of the machine above waist level.
 Do not touch the area around the silencer or engine of the unit,
these parts get very hot from operation.
 Always stop the engine and remove the spark plug lead before
making any adjustments or repairs except for carburettor
adjustments.
English(Original instructions)
 Inspect the unit before each use. Check for loose fasteners,
 The cutting attachment should never rotate at idle during
 Store fuel in a container approved for petrol.
 Wipe up any fuel spillage. Move 10m away from refuelling
 Stop the engine and allow it to cool down before refuelling or
 Allow the engine to cool; empty the fuel tank and secure the
 Wear your protective equipment and observe all safety

SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES

 Inspect before use. Replace damaged parts. Make sure
 Replace line trimmer head if cracked, chipped, or damaged
 Make sure that all guards, straps, deflectors, and handles are
 Use only the manufacturer's replacement cutting line in the
 Never operate unit without the grass deflector in place and in
 Maintain a firm grip on both handles while trimming. Keep line
 This product is intended for infrequent use by homeowners
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a) Keep your body warm in cold weather. When operating the
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fuel leaks, etc. Replace any damaged parts before use.
normal use. The cutting attachment may rotate at idle during
carburettor adjustments.
site before starting engine. Slowly remove the fuel cap after
stopping engine. DO NOT SMOKE when refuelling.
storing the unit.
unit from moving before transporting in a vehicle.
instructions. For units equipped with a clutch, be sure the
cutting attachment stops turning when the engine idles. When
the unit is turned off make sure the cutting attachment has
stopped before the unit is set down.
fasteners are in place and secure. Check for fuel leaks.
in any way. Be sure the line trimmer head is properly installed
and securely fastened. Failure to do so can cause serious
injury.
properly and securely attached.
cutting head. Do not use any other cutting attachment. To
install any other brand of replacement line or cutting head to
this line trimmer can result in serious personal injury. Never
use, for example, wire or wire-rope, which can break off and
become a dangerous projectile.
good condition.
head below waist level. Never cut with the line trimmer head
located over 75cm or more above the ground.
and other occasional users for such general applications as
trimming light and heavy vegetation, etc. It is not intended
for prolonged use. Prolonged periods of operation can cause
circulatory problems in the user's hands due to vibration. For
such use, it may be appropriate to use a line trimmer having
an anti-vibration feature.
It has been reported that vibrations from hand-held tools may
contribute to a condition called Raynaud's Syndrome in certain
individuals. Symptoms may include tingling, numbness and
blanching of the fingers, usually apparent upon exposure to
cold. Hereditary factors, exposure to cold and dampness, diet,
smoking and work practices are all thought to contribute to
the development of these symptoms. It is presently unknown
what, if any, vibrations or extent of exposure may contribute
to the condition. There are measures that can be taken by the
operator to possibly reduce the effects of vibration:
unit wear gloves to keep the hands and wrists warm. It is
reported that cold weather is a major factor contributing to