Clearing Blockages; Residual Risks - Ryobi RM480e Traduction Des Instructions Originales

– replace the blade if it is damaged in
any way
– repair any damage before restarting
and continuing to operate the product.
● whenever the product starts to vibrate
abnormally (check immediately)
– inspect for damage, particularly the
blades
– replace the blade if it is damaged in
any way
– replace or repair any damaged parts
– check for and tighten any loose parts
■ You may make adjustments and repairs
described in this manual. For other repairs,
have the product serviced by an authorised
service centre only.
■ Contact an authorised service centre to
replace damaged or unreadable labels.
■ Service on the product and the charger
must be performed by qualified repair
personnel only. Service or maintenance
performed by unqualified personnel could
result in injury to the user or damage to the
product.
■ Check all nuts, bolts and screws at frequent
intervals for proper tightness to ensure that
the product is in safe working condition.
■ The blade bolts must be tightened to the
recommended torque.
■ Check the brakes before each use and
frequently during use. Adjust and service
as required.
■ The side discharge chute is a spring-loaded
guard that covers the side discharge
opening on the cutting deck and deflects
grass clippings and debris away from the
operator. Always ensure that the motor is
off and the blades have stopped moving
before inspecting, moving, cleaning, or
performing maintenance on the side
discharge chute.
■ Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.
■ Replace damaged blades and bolts in sets
to preserve balance.
■ Be careful during adjustment of the product
to prevent entrapment of the fingers
between moving blades and fixed parts of
the product.
■ The cutting blades continue to rotate for
a few seconds after the motor is shut off.
When servicing the blades, be aware that
even though the power source is switched
off, the blades can still be moved. Never
place any part of the body in the blade area
until you are sure the blades have stopped
rotating.
■ The blade on the product is sharp. Use
extreme caution and wear heavy-duty
gloves when fitting, replacing, cleaning or
checking bolt security.
■ After each use, clean the product with a
soft, dry cloth. Any part that is damaged
should be properly repaired or replaced by
an authorised service centre.
■ Keep the product free of grass, leaves, or
other debris build up.
■ Do not use water to clean the product. Use
an air moving device, such as a compressor
or leaf blower to clean the product.

CLEARING BLOCKAGES

■ Turn off the product, engage the parking
brake, and remove the start key. Set the
cutting deck to the maximum height. Make
sure that all moving parts have come to a
complete stop.
■ Always wear heavy-duty gloves when
checking or clearing a blockage. The
blades are sharp and the blockage itself
could be a sharp object.
■ Check and carefully
discharge chute for blockages.
■ If any blockages are found, remove
carefully. Remember the blade may move
during cleaning.

RESIDUAL RISKS

Even when the product is used as prescribed,
it is still impossible to completely eliminate
certain residual risk factors. The following
hazards may arise during use, and the
operator should pay special attention to avoid
the following:
■ injury caused by vibration
– Always use the right tool for the job. Use
designated handles and restrict working
time and exposure.
■ injury caused by exposure to noise
– Wear ear protection and limit exposure.
■ injury from contact with the blades
– Keep unprotected body parts away from
the blades at all times.
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