Ryobi RY18STPA Manual página 3

Safety, performance, and dependability have
been given top priority in the design of your
cordless stick pump.
INTENDED USE
The cordless stick pump is intended to transfer
water, either dirty or clean, out of pools, ponds,
or tanks. The product can be used to drain water
from fl oods or excess rainwater during fl oods.
The product can also be used for irrigation
when paired with watering accessories.
The product is intended only for home or
domestic use. The product may be used
indoors or outdoors.
Do not use the product for any other purpose.
GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS
■ Never allow children, persons with reduced
physical, sensory, or mental capabilities or
lack of experience and knowledge, or people
who are unfamiliar with these instructions
to use the product. Local regulations may
restrict the age of the operator. Children
should be adequately supervised to ensure
that they do not play with the product.
■ Save all warnings and instructions for future
reference. Refer to them frequently, and
use them to instruct others who may use the
product. If you loan someone the product,
also loan them these instructions to prevent
misuse of the product and possible injury.
■ Keep the area of operation clear of all
persons, particularly small children and
pets.
■ Inspect the product before each use. Check
for loose fasteners, etc. Make sure that
all guards and handles are properly and
securely attached. Replace any damaged
parts before use. Check for battery pack
leaks.
■ Do not modify the product in any way or
use parts and accessories that are not
recommended by the manufacturer.
■ Do not operate the product while barefoot or
when wearing sandals or similar lightweight
footwear. Wear protective footwear that will
protect your feet and improve your footing
on slippery surfaces.
■ Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling.
■ Avoid inserting hands into the inlets/outlets
of the product while it is turned on.
■ Do not install or operate the product in an
explosive environment or near flammable
materials.
■ Do not use the product if the switch does
not turn it off. Have the switch replaced by
an authorised service centre.
■ Turn off the product, remove the battery
pack, and allow the product to cool down.
Make sure that all moving parts have come
to a complete stop:
● before servicing
● before clearing a blockage
● before checking, cleaning, and working
on the product
● before changing accessories
● before leaving the product unattended
● whenever performing maintenance
■ Immediately turn off the product and remove
the battery pack in the event of an accident
or breakdown. Never operate the product
again until it has been fully checked by an
authorised service centre.
BATTERY TOOL USE AND CARE
■ Recharge only with the charger specified by
the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable
for one type of battery pack may create a risk
of fire when used with another battery pack.
■ Use only battery packs intended specifically
for the product. Use of any other battery
packs may result in a risk of fire, electric
shock, or injury to persons.
■ Do not use a battery pack or product that is
damaged or modified. Damaged or modified
batteries may exhibit unpredictable behaviour
resulting in fire, explosion, or risk of injury.
■ Do not expose a battery pack or product to
fire or excessive temperatures. Exposure to
fire or excessive temperature above 130°C
may cause explosion.
■ When the battery pack is not in use, keep it
away from other metal objects, like paper
clips, coins, keys, nails, screws, or other small
metal objects that can make a connection from
one terminal to another. Shorting the battery
terminals together may cause burns or a fire.
■ Under abusive conditions, liquid may be
ejected from the battery. Avoid contact.
If contact accidentally occurs, flush with
water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally
seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the
battery may cause irritation or burns.
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