Ryobi P782 Operation Manual - Page 4

LED WORK LIGHT SAFETY WARNINGS  Know your product. Read operator's manual carefully. Learn its applications and limitations, as well as the specific potential hazards related to this product. Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or serious injury.  Do not permit children to use work light. It is not a toy.  Carefully position the power cord during use. A power cord in your walking path can be a tripping hazard.  If wrapped or in contact with fabrics, the work light lens can produce sufficient heat to melt some fabrics. To avoid serious personal injury, never allow the work light lens to come in contact with anything.  Do not place hands or fingers between adjustable head and frame when positioning work light to avoid possible pinching.  Battery tools do not have to be plugged into an electrical outlet; therefore, they are always in operating condition. Be aware of possible hazards when not using your battery tool or when changing accessories. Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or serious personal injury.  Do not place the product or their batteries near fire or heat. This will reduce the risk of explosion and possibly 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.  Batteries can explode in the presence of a source of ignition, such as a pilot light. To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, never use any cordless product in the presence of open flame. An exploded battery can propel debris and chemicals. If exposed, flush with water immediately.  Under extreme usage or temperature conditions, battery leakage may occur. If liquid comes in contact with your skin, wash immediately with soap and water. If liquid gets into your eyes, flush them with clean water for at least 10 minutes, then seek immediate medical attention. Following this rule will reduce the risk of serious personal injury.  Do not incinerate the battery even if it is severely damaged. The batteries can explode in a fire.  To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not use this product with any solid-state speed control device. n To reduce the risk of personal injury and electric shock, the product should not be played with or placed where small children can reach it. n To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not expose to water or rain. n To disconnect, turn all controls to the off ("O") position, then remove plug from outlet. n Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord. n Do not operate any product with a damaged (cord or) plug, or after the product malfuntions or is dropped or damaged in any manner. Return product to the nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair, or electrical or mechanical adjustment. n Use only extension cords which have plugs and receptacles which accept the product's plug. Replace damaged extension cords. n Don't Abuse Cord - Never carry tool by the cord or yank it to disconnect from receptacle. Keep cord from heat, oil, sharp edges, and rotating parts. n Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw. An undersized extension cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. Table 77.1 shows the correct size to use depending on cord length and nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gage. The smaller the gage number, the heavier the cord. n Servicing of a product requires extreme care and knowledge of the system, and should be done only by qualified service personnel. Replacement parts for a product must be identical to those parts in the product n An outdoor-use extension cord should be used when using a product outdoors. An outdoor-use extension cord is marked with suffix letter "W" and with a tag stating "Suitable for Use with Outdoor Appliances." n When using an extension cord outdoors, the extension cord should be kept dry and off the ground. n If operating a product in a damp location is unavoidable, then the product should olny be connected to a circuit that is protected by a ground-fault circuit-interrupter (GFCI. n Store product indoors when not in use. n Keep out of reach of children. n Do not clean this product with a water spray or the like. Follow manufacturers cleaning instructions. n To Reduce the Risk of Electric Shock, this product has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet. Do not change the plug in any way.″ n Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and use them to instruct others who may use this tool. If you loan someone this tool, loan them these instructions also. 4 - English