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MAINTENANCE
WARNING:
When servicing, use only identical Ryobi
replacement parts. Use of any other part may
create a hazard, cause product damage or create
a risk of serious personal injury.
Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts.
Most plastics are susceptible to damage from various
types of commercial solvents and may be damaged
by their use. Use clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil,
grease, etc.
WARNING:
Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline,
petroleum-based products, penetrating oils, etc.
come in contact with plastic parts. They contain
chemicals that can damage, weaken or destroy
plastic and create a risk of serious personal injury.
BATTERIES
The battery pack for this saw is equipped with 15
nickel-cadmium rechargeable battery cells. Length of
service from each charging will depend on the type of
work you are doing.
The battery cells have been designed to provide
maximum trouble free life. However, like all batteries,
they will eventually wear out. Do not disassemble
battery pack and attempt to replace the battery cells.
Handling of these batteries, especially when wearing
rings and jewelry, could result in a serious burn and
possible explosion.
To obtain the longest possible battery life, we suggest
the following:
■ Store and charge your battery pack in a cool area.
Temperatures above or below normal room
temperature will shorten battery life.
■ Never store battery pack in a discharged
condition. Recharge them immediately after they
are discharged.
■ All batteries gradually lose their charge. The
higher the temperature the quicker they lose their
charge. If you store your tool for long periods of
time without using it, recharge the batteries every
month or two. This practice will prolong battery
life.
Do not abuse power tools. Abusive practices can
damage tool as well as workpiece.
WARNING:
Do not attempt to modify this tool or create
accessories not recommended for use with this
tool. Any such alteration or modification is misuse
and could result in a hazardous condition leading
to possible serious personal injury.
IMPORTANT
Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge of the
system and should be performed only by a qualified
service technician. For service we suggest you return
the tool to your nearest RYOBI AUTHORIZED
SERVICE CENTER for repair. Always use original
factory replacement parts when servicing.
BATTERY PACK REMOVAL AND
PREPARATION FOR RECYCLING
WARNING:
Upon removal, cover the battery pack's terminals
with heavy duty adhesive tape. Do not attempt to
destroy or disassemble battery pack or remove any
of its components. Nickel-cadmium batteries must
be recycled or disposed of properly. Also, never
touch both terminals with metal objects and/or
body parts as short circuit may result. Keep away
from children. Failure to comply with these
warnings could result in fire and/or serious injury.
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To preserve natural resources, please
recycle or dispose of batteries
properly.
This product contains nickel-
cadmium batteries. Local, state or
federal laws may prohibit disposal of
nickel-cadmium batteries in ordinary
trash.
Consult your local waste authority for information
regarding available recycling and/or disposal options.