Ryobi P730 English Manual - Page 4

GENERAL SAFETY RULES  Never point any inflator toward yourself or others.  Keep the exterior of the inflator dry, clean, and free from oil and grease. Always use a clean cloth when cleaning. Never use brake fluids, gasoline, petroleumbased products, or any strong solvents to clean the unit. Following this rule will reduce the risk of deterioration of the enclosure plastic.  Do not exceed the pressure rating of any component in the system.  Protect material lines and air lines from damage or puncture. Keep hose and power cord away from sharp objects, chemical spills, oil, solvents, and wet floors. SERVICE  Inflator service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel. Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel may result in a risk of injury.  When servicing an inflator, 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 shock or injury. SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES  Know your inflator. Read operator's manual carefully. Learn its applications and limitations, as well as the specific potential hazards related to this tool. Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or serious injury.  Risk of Bursting. Do not preset inflator to result in output pressure greater than marked maximum pressure of item to be inflated. Do not use at pressure greater than 150 PSI.  To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not expose to rain. Store indoors.  Inspect yearly for cracks, pin holes, or other imperfections that could cause inflator to become unsafe. Never cut or drill holes in the inflator.  Make sure the hose is free of obstructions or snags. Entangled or snarled hoses can cause loss of balance or footing and may become damaged.  Use the inflator only for its intended use. Do not alter or modify the unit from the original design or function.  A lways be aware that misuse and improper handling of this inflator can cause injury to yourself and others.  Never leave a inflator unattended with the air hose attached.  Do not continue to use a inflator or hose that leaks air or does not function properly.  Always disconnect the air supply and power supply before making adjustments, servicing a inflator, or when an inflator is not in use.  Do not attempt to pull or carry the inflator by the hoses.  Always follow all safety rules recommended by the manufacturer of your inflator, in addition to all safety rules for the inflator. Following this rule will reduce the risk of serious personal injury.  Do not use inflator as a breathing device.  N ever direct a jet of compressed air toward people or animals. Take care not to blow dust and dirt towards yourself or others. Following this rule will reduce the risk of serious injury.  Protect your lungs. Wear a face or dust mask if the operation is dusty. Following this rule will reduce the risk of serious personal injury.  Do not use this inflator to spray chemicals. Your lungs can be damaged by inhaling toxic fumes.  Check damaged parts. Before further use of the inflator or air tool, a guard 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, mounting, and any other conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service center. Following this rule will reduce the risk of shock, fire, or serious injury.  Do not crush, drop or damage battery pack. Do not use a battery pack or charger that has been dropped or received a sharp blow. A damaged battery is subject to explosion. Properly dispose of a dropped or damaged battery immediately.  Do not charge battery tool in a damp or wet location. Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock.  Inspect tool cords periodically and, if damaged, have repaired at your nearest Authorized Service Center. Constantly stay aware of cord location. Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock or fire.  Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and use them to instruct others who may use this inflator. If you loan someone this inflator, loan them these instructions also.