Ryobi RY40460 Operation Manual 2 - Page 6

SYMBOLS The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product. SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING DANGER: WARNING: CAUTION: NOTICE: Indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. Indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. Indicates a hazardous situation, that, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury. (Without Safety Alert Symbol) Indicates information considered important, but not related to a potential injury (e.g. messages relating to 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 DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION Safety Alert Indicates a potential personal injury hazard. Read Operator's Manual Eye and Hearing Protection 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 along with hearing protection when operating this equipment. Impeller Blades Rotating impeller blades can cause severe injury. Wet Conditions Alert Keep Bystanders Away Long Hair Blower Tube Loose Clothing Ricochet Recycle Symbol Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations. Keep all bystanders at least 50 ft. away. Failure to keep long hair away from the air inlet could result in personal injury. Do not operate without tube in place. Failure to keep loose clothing from being drawn into air intake could result in personal injury. Thrown objects can ricochet and result in personal injury or property damage. This product uses lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries. Local, state, or federal laws may prohibit disposal of batteries in ordinary trash. Consult your local waste authority for information r­egarding available recycling and/or disposal options. 4 - English