10/03/01 _ED 13:45 FAX 864 964 3314 RYOBI ¢UST0_[ER SERVICE _006/015
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION (Continued)
• An extension cord should not be used unless
absolutely necessary. Use of improperextension
cord couldresult in a dsk of fire and electric shock.
If extension cordmust be used. make sure:
a. That pinson plug ofextensioncordare the
same number, size and shape as those of plug
on charger.
b. That extension cord ispropedy wired and in
good electrical condition:and
c. That wire size is largeenough forAC ampere
ratingof charger as specifiedbelow:
Cord Length{Feet) 25' 50' f00'
Cord Size (AWG) 16 16 16
Note: AWG = American Wire Gage
• DO NOT OPERATE CHARGER WITH A
DAMAGED CORD OR PLUG, If damaged,
have replaced immediatelyby a qualified
serviceman.
• Do not oPerate charger if it has received a sharp
blow. been dropped, or otherwisedamaged in any
way,'take it to a qualifiedserviceman.
• Do not disassemble charger; take itto a qualified
serviceman when service or repair is required.
Incorrect reasaembly may resultin a Hskof electric
shock orfire.
• To reduce dsk of electricshock,unplugcharger
from outletbefore attempting any maintenance or
cleaning. Turningoff Controlswillnot reduce this
risk.
• Do not use charger outdoors.
• Disconnectchargerfrom power supply when not in
_Jse.
• SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Refer to them
frequently and use them to Instructothers who may
use this tool. If you loan someone this tool, loan
them these instructionsalso.
A, WARNING: Some dust created by power
sanding, sawing,grinding,drilling,and other
constructionactivitiescontains chemicals knownto
cause cancer, birthdefects or other reproductive
harm. Some examplesof these chemicals are;
• lead from lead-based paints,
• crystaltitesilicafrom bricksand cement
and othermasenw products,and
• arsenic and chromiumfrom chemically-
treated lumber.
Your risk fromthese exposures varies, depending
on how often you do this type of work. To reduce
your exposureto these chemicals: work in a well
ventilatedarea, and work withapproved safety
equipment, such as those dust masks that are
specially designedto tilterout microscopic
particles.
_k Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means attentionlll Your
safety is involved.
WARNING:
The operationof any power tool can resultin foreign objectsbeing thrown intoyour eyes,
which can result in severe eye damage. Before beginningpowertool operation, always
wear safetygoggles or safety glasseswith side shields and a full face shieldwhen needed.
We recommendWide VisionSafety Mask for use over eyeglasses or standard safety
glasses with side shields,available at Sears Retail Stores.