[. . . ] Following this rule will reduce the risk of shock, fire, or serious injury. The correct tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is designed. Proper footing and balance enables better control of the pole pruner in unexpected situation. [. . . ] WARNING Failure to remove the battery pack from the pole pruner could result in accidental starting which could possibly cause serious personal injury. If not positioned correctly the mounting clamp will not hold the blade securely. Remove the blade from the unit, making sure the blade clears the mounting clamp pin. Before attempting to use the pole pruner, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety requirements. WARNING If any parts are missing, do not operate your pole pruner until the missing parts are replaced. align raised rib on battery pack with groove in pole pruner's battery port. Make sure the latches on each side of the battery pack snap in place and that battery pack is secured in pole pruner before beginning operation. Locate latches of battery pack and depress to release the battery pack from the pole pruner. Lower shaft should now be free to slide down from inside the upper shaft. Lay the pole pruner on the ground and ensure that no objects or obstructions are in immediate vicinity which could come in contact with the blade. Release the trigger lock button and continue to squeeze the trigger for extended operation. The following steps should be followed to prevent damage to tree or shrub bark. - The first cut should be a shallow cut (1/4 of the limb diameter) on underside of limb or trunk. - The second cut should be made from the top side of the limb outboard from first cut. For second and final cuts (from top of limb or branch), hold the front cutting guide against the limb being cut. Release the trigger as soon as the cut is completed, allowing the unit to idle. If you run the pole pruner at full throttle without a cutting load, unnecessary wear or damage can occur to the unit. Upon release of the trigger, the trigger lock button will be automatically reset to the lock position. [. . . ] Waste electrical products should not be disposed of together with household waste. Laikykite bet kok zmog (padjj, lankytoj, vaik) ir bet kok gyvul bent 15 m atstumu nuo tos vietos, kur js pjaunate. All Ryobi products are guaranteed against manufacturing defects and defective parts for a period of twenty four (24) months from the date stated on the original invoice drawn up by the retailer and given to the end user. [. . . ]