Ryobi 310r Operator's Manual

Blower/blower vac

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Model 310r
Blower
Model 310BVr
Blower Vac
OPERATOR'S
MANUAL
IMPORTANT
FOR STARTING
INSTRUCTIONS
REFER TO PAGE 10
IMPORTANT MANUAL
DO NOT THROW AWAY
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  • Page 1 Model 310r Blower Model 310BVr Blower Vac OPERATOR’S MANUAL IMPORTANT FOR STARTING INSTRUCTIONS REFER TO PAGE 10 IMPORTANT MANUAL DO NOT THROW AWAY...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    III. Assembly Instructions ...6-8 A. Blower Tube and Nozzle Assembly ...6 B. Installing the Vacuum Bag Assembly (Optional for Model 310r) ...6 C. Installing the Adapter (Optional for Model 310r) ...7 D. Installing the Vacuum Tubes (Optional for Model 310r)...7-8 Oil and Fuel Information ...9...
  • Page 3: California Emission Regulations

    Inspect the area before starting the unit. Remove all debris and hard or sharp objects such as rocks, glass, wire, etc. • Do not point the blower in anyone’s direction or in the direction of windows. The blower can propel objects at high speed. •...
  • Page 4: Safety And International Symbols

    SAFETY WARNINGS (Continued) unit is running to avoid flying debris. • Avoid situations that could catch the collection bag on fire. Do not operate near an open flame. Do not vacu- um warm ash from fireplaces, barbeque pits, brush piles, etc. Do not vacuum discarded cigars or ciga- rettes unless the cinders are completely cool.
  • Page 5 You may get burned. These parts get extremely hot from operation and remain hot for a short time after the unit is turned off. • BLOWERS AND BLOWER / VACUUMS – ROTATING BLADES CAN CAUSE SEVERE INJURY. Stop the engine or motor before opening the vacuum door or installing / changing tubes.
  • Page 6: Assembly Instructions

    - BOTH MODELS NOTE: Do not install tubes while unit is running. 1. Align the grooves in the blower tube with the pins in the blower outlet. 2. Grasping the tube firmly with both hands, push the tube into the blower outlet (Fig. 1). Turn the tube clockwise until it snaps into the detent and locks.
  • Page 7: Installing The Adapter (Optional For Model 310R)

    UPPER VACUUM TUBE - (OPTIONAL FOR MODEL 310r) NOTE: Do not install while unit is running. 1. Turn the blower upside down as shown in Fig. 4. Hold the blower between your knees to install the adapter and vacuum tubes. Fig. 4 2.
  • Page 8: Installing The Vacuum Tubes (Optional For Model 310R)

    The adapter cannot be removed from the vacuum tube. INSTALLING THE VACUUM TUBES - (OPTIONAL FOR MODEL 310r) NOTE: Do not install tubes while unit is running. 1. Align the arrow on the lower vacuum tube with the arrow on the upper vacuum tube (Fig.
  • Page 9: Oil And Fuel Information

    A 4 oz. (0.118 liter) bottle of 2-cycle engine oil is included with your product. RYOBI 2-cycle oil is recommended for this outdoor power tool. If another brand of 2-cycle oil is used, make sure it is high quality oil, formulated for 2-cycle, air-cooled engines.
  • Page 10: Starting/Stopping Instructions

    3. PLACE THE CHOKE LEVER IN THE FULL "CHOKE" POSITION. See Fig. 15. Fig. 15 4. HOLD THE BLOWER/VAC IN THE STARTING POSITION (Fig. 16 for blower, Fig. 17 for vacuum). Fig. 16 Primer Bulb 5. SQUEEZE THE THROTTLE TRIGGER TO FULL THROTTLE.
  • Page 11: Operating Procedures

    Wear goggles or safety glasses at all times when operating this unit. TYPICAL OPERATING POSITIONS 1 Use the blower for trees, shrubs, flower beds and hard-to-clean areas (Fig. 19). Fig. 19 2. Use the unit around buildings and for other normal cleaning (Fig.
  • Page 12: Maintenance And Repair Instructions

    MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE These required maintenance procedures should be performed at the frequency stated in the table to ensure that your unit continues to meet the 1995 California emission regulations. They should also be included as part of any seasonal tune-up.
  • Page 13: Adjusting The Carburetor

    The condition of the air filter is important to the operation of the blower. A dirty air filter will restrict the air flow, which upsets the fuel-air mixture in the carburetor. The resulting symptoms are often mistaken for an out-of-adjustment carburetor.
  • Page 14 MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS (Continued) 3. Initial High Speed Mixture and Idle Speed Mixture Needle Settings: Insert the screwdriver through the hole at the back of the top handle (Fig. 32). Turn both the high speed mixture and idle speed mixture needles out (counterclockwise) until the limiter caps stop.
  • Page 15: Replacing The Spark Plug

    Muffler Mounting Bolts Fig. 34 Exhaust Exit Tube Removal The exhaust exit tube is removable on blower and blower/vac mufflers. To remove the exhaust exit tube: 1. Remove the screws securing the exhaust exit tube to the muffler body (Fig. 35).
  • Page 16 MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS (Continued) Exhaust Exit Tube Screws Fig. 35 Inspection and Cleaning 1. Check the inlet port of the muffler and outlet port of the cylinder for excessive carbon deposits (Fig. 36). Clean as required. Inlet Port Fig. 36 2.
  • Page 17: Cleaning And Storage

    The unit is now ready for storage. 5. Store the unit in a dry, well-ventilated area. SPECIFICATIONS ENGINE Manufacturer ...Ryobi Outdoor Products, Inc. Type ...2-Cycle, Air-Cooled Displacement ...31 cc (1.9 cu. in) Bore ...1.37 in (34.79 mm) Stroke ...1.25 in (31.75 mm)
  • Page 18: Troubleshooting

    PROBLEM Engine Will Not Start Engine Will Not Idle Engine Will Not Accelerate Engine Lacks Power or Stalls If further assistance is required, contact your local authorized service dealer. TROUBLESHOOTING CAUSE Choke in incorrect position Refer to starting/stopping instructions on page 10 Empty fuel tank Fill fuel tank Primer bulb wasn't pushed...
  • Page 19: California Emission Control Warranty Statement

    The manufacturer is not liable to cover failures or warranted parts caused by the use of add-on or modified parts. • In order to file a claim, go to your nearest Authorized Ryobi Service Center. Warranty services or repairs will be provided at all Authorized Ryobi Service Centers.
  • Page 20: Warranty Statement

    RYOBI Operator’s Manual. This war- ranty does not apply to any damage to the RYOBI Product that is the result of improper maintenance or to any RYOBI Product that has been altered or modified so as to adversely affect the products operation, performance or durability or that has been altered or modified so as to change its intended use.

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