Ryobi RBC30SBSB, User Manual

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English (Original instructions)

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Stop the engine and allow to cool before refueling or 
storing the unit.

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Allow the engine to cool; empty the fuel tank and 
secure the unit from moving before transporting in a 
vehicle. 

SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES FOR TRIMMER USE

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Replace string head if cracked, chipped, or damaged 
in any way. Be sure the string head or blade is 
properly installed and securely fastened. Failure to do 
so can cause serious injury.

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Make sure all guards, straps, deflectors and handles 
are properly and securely attached.

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Use only the manufacturer's replacement line in the 
cutting head. Do not use any other cutting attachment.

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Never operate unit without the grass deflector in 
place and in good condition.

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Maintain a firm grip on both handles while trimming. 
Keep string head below waist level. Never cut with 
the string head located over 76 cm or more above the 
ground.

SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES FOR  

 BRUSHCUTTER AND BLADE USE

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After engine stops, keep rotating blade in heavy 
grass or pulpy weeks until it stops.

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Do not operate the brushcutter unless the blade 
guard is firmly secured in place and in good condition.

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Use heavy gloves while installing or removing blades.

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Always stop the engine and remove the spark plug 
wire before attempting to remove any obstruction 
caught or jammed in the blade or before removing 
and installing the blade.

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Do not attempt to touch or stop the blade when it is 
rotating.

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A coasting blade can cause injury while it continues 
to spin after the engine is stopped or throttle trigger 
released. Maintain proper control until the blade has 
completely stopped rotating.

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Replace any blade that has been damaged. Always 
make sure blade is installed correctly and securely 
fastened before each use. Failure to do so can cause 
serious injury.

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Use only the manufacturer's replacement TRI-ARC 
blade intended for use on this brushcutter. Do not use 
any other blade.

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The TRI-ARC blade is suited for cutting pulpy weeds 
and vines only. Do not use for any other purpose. 
Never use the TRI-ARC blade to cut woody brush.

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Exercise extreme caution when using the blade with 
this unit. Blade thrust is the reaction that may occur 
when the spinning blade contacts anything it cannot 
cut. This contact may cause the blade to stop for an 
instant, and suddenly “thrust” the unit away from the 
object that was hit. This reaction can be violent enough 
to cause the operator to lose control of the unit. 
Blade thrust can occur without warning if the blade 
snags, stalls, or binds. This is more likely to occur 
in areas where it is difficult to see the material being 
cut. For cutting ease and safety, approach the weeds 
being cut from the right to the left. In the event an 
unexpected object or woody stock is encountered, 
this could minimize the blade thrust reaction.

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Never cut any material over 13 mm diameter.

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Always wear the shoulder strap when using the 
brushcutter and adjust to a comfortable operating 
position. Maintain a firm grip on both handles while 
cutting with a blade. Keep the blade away from body 
and below waist. Never use the brushcutter with the 
blade located 76 cm or more above the ground level.

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Cover the blade with the blade protector before 
storing the unit, or during transportation. Always 
remove the blade protector before using the unit. 
If not removed, the blade protector could become a 
thrown object as the blade begins to turn.