Ryobi RLM4018 Mode D'emploi page 4

should be marked with either "H05 RN-
F" or "H05 VV-F". Check it before every
use for damage, always uncoil it during
use because coiled cords can overheat.
Damaged extension cords should not be
repaired, they should be replaced with an
equivalent type.
■ Before use check the supply and extension
cord for signs of damage or aging. If the cord
becomes damaged during use, disconnect
the cord from the supply immediately. Do
not touch the cord before disconnecting the
supply. Do not use the product if the cord is
damaged or worn.
■ Electrical power should be supplied via a
residual current device (RCD) with a tripping
current of not more than 30 mA.
■ Make sure the power cord is positioned so
that it cannot be damaged by the cutting
means and will not be stepped on, tripped
over or otherwise subjected to damage or
stress.
■ Power plugs must match the outlet. Never
modify the plug in any way. Do not use
any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded)
power tools. Unmodified plugs and matching
outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
■ Avoid unintentional starting. Always check
that the switch is in off position before
plugging in the product to the power supply.
Do not carry a plugged in product with your
finger on the switch.
■ Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded
surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges
and refrigerators. There is an increased risk
of electric shock if your body is earthed or
grounded.
■ Never pick up or carry the product by the
electric cable.
■ Never pull by the power cord to disconnect
from the power supply.
■ Keep the power cord away from heat, oil
and sharp edges.
■ Make sure that the voltage is correct for
your product. A nameplate on the product
indicates the product's voltage. Never
connect the product to an AC voltage that
differs from this voltage.
■ A power spike causes voltage fluctuations
and may affect other electrical products in
the same power line. Connect the product to
a power supply with an impedance equal or
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Original Instructions
less than 0.452 Ω - for RLM4018 to minimize
voltage fluctuations. Contact your electric
power supplier for further clarification.
LAWNMOWER SAFETY WARNINGS
■ Before use, always visually inspect the
product to ensure that
bolts, and cutter assembly are not worn or
damaged. Replace worn or damaged blades
and bolts in sets to preserve balance.
■ Bring the product to an authorised service
centre to replace damaged or unreadable
labels.
■ Do not pull the product backwards unless
absolutely necessary. If you must back the
product away from a wall or obstruction, first
look down and behind to avoid tripping or
pulling the product over your feet.
■ Turn off the product and allow the blade
to stop if the product has to be tilted for
transportation when
other than grass, and when transporting the
product to and from the work area.
■ Never use the product with defective guards
or shields, or without safety devices, such
as deflectors and grass catchers, in place.
■ Do not tilt the product when switching on
the motor or while the motor is running. If
absolutely necessary, you may raise the
front of the lawn mower by no more than
5 cm to enable easier starting. Press down
on the handlebar to achieve this. Always
return the mower to its normal position with
all wheels on the ground before cutting.
Tilting the lawnmower exposes the blade
and increases the probability of objects
being thrown and accidental contact with
the blade.
■ Do not start the product when standing in
front of the grass discharge opening.
■ The product must be started with the user
behind the handlebars in the operator safety
zone. Never start the product if:
● The grass discharge chute is exposed
and is not protected by the grass catcher
and grass discharge chute cover.
● Hands and feet of all persons are not
clear of the cutting enclosure.
■ Turn on the product carefully according to
the instructions, and keep hands and feet
away from the blades. Do not put hands or
feet near or under rotating parts. Keep clear
of the discharge opening at all times.
blades, blade
crossing surfaces