User tips for trimmers
and Ryobi Brush Cutters
Before using a trimmer or Ryobi brush cutters,
make sure you are familiar with the manual, and are
confident in completing the particular garden job. For
safety, also remember that any rotating cutting tools
can throw objects or cut the operator. Trimmers and
brush cutters can be equally as dangerous.
A/ Make sure
you read through, understand, and adhere to instructions
in the Ryobi brush cutters manufacturer's
operating manual.
B/ Hold the trimmer
or brush cutter firmly with both hands.
C/ Before use
be sure that the throttle lever springs back to idle
position.
D/ Check that
the blades or cord coil is adjusted properly and is
tight.
E/ Replace bent,
warped, damaged or dull cutting apparatus.
F/ Select equipment
with anti-vibration components. If you are using this
for jobs in the larger home garden, you will be thankful
you chose the right Ryobi brush cutter.
The right clothing
for Ryobi brush cutter and trimmer use
A/ Sturdy and
well-fitting overalls, jeans or long pants.
B/ You can quite
easily obtain heavy-duty, non-slip gloves.
C/ Safety boots
with non-slip soles,
D/ safety goggles,
or face screen and safety glasses. If you are using
these items for large jobs hearing protection (muffs
or plugs) could also be useful.
Checklist for using
grass trimmers and Ryobi brush cutters
A/ Keep people
(especially children) away from starting and brush
cutter operating areas.
B/ Check area
for stones, glass, metal and debris. Clear before brush
cutter use.
C/ Refuel the
Ryobi brush cutter engine before starting
work. The engine needs to be cool to do this. If refuelling
is required before the job is completed, make sure you
wait for the engine to cool. Fuel will often splash
on to the hot engine.
D/ Replace or
tighten all loose or damaged Ryobi brush cutter
parts or guards. This is particularly important for
high powered brush cutter which can take
metal blades.
E/ If using an
electric brush cutter, know where the
cable is at all times. F/ Start the brush cutter
or trimmer on firm ground or other solid surfaces
in an open area.
G/ Unless you
adjust the harness to suit the working position it will
become uncomfortable very quickly.
H/ Use a Ryobi
brush cutter at ground level only.
I/ Shut off brush
cutter engine before cleaning out clogged or
stuck cutter.
J/ Stop the engine
before putting the brush cutter or trimmer
down.
K/ Disconnect
the spark plug when the equipment is left unattended.
L/ Secure cutter
to prevent fuel spillage and damage during transport.
