Ryobi GD201 Operation Manual - Page 3

SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES WARNING: READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS GARAGE DOOR OPENER to reduce the risk of electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.  For use with residential sectional or single-panel garage doors. Not for commercial use.  Only enable the RYOBI Garage Door Opener Module System App feature when installed with a sectional door.  Know your product. Read operator's manual carefully. Learn its applications and limitations, as well as the specific potential hazards related to this unit. Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, death, or serious injury.  Always follow all safety rules recommended by the manufacturer of your garage door opener, in addition to all safety rules for the garage door opener attachment and accessories. Following this rule will reduce the risk of serious personal injury.  Devices or features, such as the RYOBI Garage Door Opener Module System App, that allow you to open and close the garage without the garage door being in view should only be used with sectional garage doors.  Do not use any attachments or accessories not recommended by the manufacturer of this product.  A monthly test of the device's functionality is recommended to ensure reliable performance over time.  Do not use the garage door opener if it is damaged or broken.  Do not use garage door opener if keypads do not start and stop the motor. An opener that cannot be controlled with a keypad is dangerous and must be repaired.  To avoid accidental use place keypads and remotes in a location that is inaccessible to children and others not qualified to operate the machine at least five feet above the floor.  Do not allow children or untrained individuals to use this unit.  Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used near children.  To avoid death or serious personal injury, stay clear of the garage door while it is moving.  The effectiveness of the safety sensors included in this system directly relates to the placement and installation of the sensors.  Use extra care when mounting the unit. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.  Mount the garage door opener to joists only. Never mount the unit to drywall or false ceiling grids. Failure to properly install the garage door opener could result in a falling hazard that can cause death or serious personal injury.  This product is not equipped for permanent wiring. Contact licensed electrician to install a suitable receptacle if one is not available.  Plug the garage door opener directly into a power source. Do not attach an extension cord or cord adaptor to this product's power cord.  Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.  Do not handle battery pack, power supply cord, wires, wire terminals, or accessories with wet hands.  Disconnect battery pack and unplug the garage door opener before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or performing maintenance. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of electrocution or electric shock.  Inspect power supply cord and wires periodically and, if damaged, have repaired by the manufacturer to avoid risk. Keep power supply cord and wires away from pinch points and moving parts. Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock or fire.  Check damaged parts. Before further use of the garage door opener, a belt, pulley, or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and any other conditions that may affect its operation. A belt, pulley, or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by the manufacturer. Following this rule will reduce the risk of shock, fire, or serious injury.  When servicing a product, use only identical replacement parts. Follow instructions in the Maintenance section of this manual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow Maintenance instructions may create a risk of injury.  Never attempt to loosen, adjust, or remove the door springs (torsion spring and/or extension spring), door spring components, or any surfaces to which these items are secured. These items are under extreme tension and any such alteration could result in death, serious personal injury, and/or property damage.  Servicing of garage doors, door springs (torsion and/or extension springs), and door spring components should be performed only by a qualified service person.  To prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH, DO NOT open garage door if fire is present, unless you must escape through it. CALL 911 or the fire department. Opening the garage door will introduce fresh air and may cause fire to spread rapidly. 3 - English