Ryobi RY40560 Operation Manual - Page 9

SYMBOLS The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product. SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury. NOTICE: (Without Safety Alert Symbol) Indicates important information not related to an injury hazard, such as a situation that may result in property damage. Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the product better and safer. SYMBOL NAME EXPLANATION Safety Alert Symbol Indicates a potential personal injury hazard. Read Operator's Manual Eye Protection Wet Conditions Alert To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand operator's manual before using this product. Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1. Wear head protection when operating this product above shoulder level. Do not use in wet or damp locations. Rain Symbol Do not expose to rain. No Hands Symbol Keep Tool Away from Electrical Lines/Keep Bystanders Away Gloves Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will result in serious personal injury. DANGER! Risk of electrocution! Keep tool 50 feet away from electrical lines. Keep all bystanders at least 50 ft. away. Wear non-slip, heavy-duty protective gloves when handling the blades. Operate With Two Hands Hold and operate the hedge trimmer properly with both hands. Moving Parts Electric Shock Keep hands away from moving parts. Failure to use in dry conditions and to observe safe practices can result in electric shock. 5 - English