Ryobi RWL350-G, Original Instructions Manual

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Safety, performance, and dependability have been given 
top priority in the design of your wood lathe.

INTENDED USE

The wood lathe is designed for wood turning. When used 
with different turning tools, the user can perform grooving, 
roughing, cutting, and parting a wood piece. The user can 

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and polishing the wood piece.

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on other materials such as metal, glass and plastics.
The product is intended to be used only by adults who 
have read and understood the instructions and warnings 
in this manual, and can be considered responsible for their 
actions.
The product is to be used in dry conditions, with excellent 
ambient lighting and adequate ventilation.

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for intended use. Use of the product for operations different 
from intended could result in a hazardous situation.

GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS

 WARNING

Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations 
and specifications provided with this power tool.

Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in 

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Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.

The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-
operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) 
power tool.

WORK AREA SAFETY

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Keep work area clean and well lit.

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areas invite accidents.

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Do not operate power tools in explosive 
atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable 
liquids, gases or dust.

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which may ignite the dust or fumes.

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Keep children and bystanders away while operating 
a power tool.

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control.

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

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Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never 
modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter 
plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools.

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Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded 
surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges and 
refrigerators.

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Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.

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Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for 
carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool. 
Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or 
moving parts.

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When operating a power tool outdoors, use an 
extension cord suitable for outdoor use.

 Use of a 

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If operating a power tool in a damp location is 
unavoidable, use a residual current device (RCD) 
protected supply.

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PERSONAL SAFETY

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Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use 
common sense when operating a power tool. Do 
not use a power tool while you are tired or under the 
influence of drugs, alcohol or medication.

 A moment 

of inattention while operating power tools may result in 
serious personal injury.

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Use personal protective equipment. Always wear 
eye protection.

 Protective equipment such as a dust 

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protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce 
personal injuries.

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Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch 
is in the off -position before connecting to power 
source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying 
the tool.

 Carrying power tools with your finger on the 

switch or energising power tools that have the switch 
on invites accidents.

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Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning 
the power tool on.

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a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal 
injury.

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Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance 
at all times.

 This enables better control of the power 

tool in unexpected situations.

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Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or 
jewellery. Keep your hair and clothing away from 
moving parts.

 Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can 

be caught in moving parts.

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If devices are provided for the connection of dust 
extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are 
connected and properly used.

 Use of dust collection 

can reduce dust-related hazards.

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Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use of 
tools allow you to become complacent and ignore 
tool safety principles.

 A careless action can cause 

severe injury within a fraction of a second.

POWER TOOL USE AND CARE

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Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power 
tool for your application.

 The correct power tool will 

do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was 
designed.

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Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn