[. . . ] Use your trimmer in an upright position, switching it on before the line makes contact with the grass. Slip the guard over the spool holder until the two lugs clip into the holder on the motor body. Press in the pump-button and turn the shaft to a comfortable operating angle. [. . . ] Move the lock button in the direction of the cutting unit and adjust the shaft length in or out to suit. Loosen the adjuster screw and move the second handle vertically and horizontally until you are holding the unit firmly. Move the clamp towards the handle to rotate the motor body into the desired operating position. Connecting an extension lead: Attach an extension lead approved for outdoor work to the cable on the trimmer. Do not let the line come into contact with rocks, stonework or fences. The guide roller is designed to make working near fences and walls easier. Feed the ends of the line from the replacement spool through the line outlets in the spool holder. Locate the replacement spool on the spring in the holder, making sure that you do not snag the lines. If necessary, push in the knob and pull the line out to the appropriate length. Do not carry tools attached to the power point with your finger on the ON/OFF switch. Make sure that the switch is OFF when you plug the tool in to the power point. Before continuing to use your electric tool, check safety devices or slightly damaged components carefully to ensure they will operate effectively and as specified. Check that moving parts are operating correctly, will not jam and are not damaged in any way. All parts must be installed correctly and operate as specified to guarantee your electric tools works properly. Damaged safety equipment and parts must be repaired or replaced by an authorized service center unless the operating instructions state otherwise. Do not use electric tools if the ON/OFF switch is not working properly WARNING Use only accessories or additional devices that are specified in the operating instructions. Only qualified specialists using original replacement parts should undertake repairs. WARNING Your reaction times can be impaired by the consumption of alcohol, medicines and drugs, as well as illness, a high temperature and fatigue. [. . . ] Only qualified specialists using original replacement parts should undertake repairs. WARNING Your reaction times can be impaired by the consumption of alcohol, medicines and drugs, as well as illness, a high temperature and fatigue. 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. [. . . ]