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WARNING:
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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
BLOWER/VACUUM
RY08548/RY09903
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- Page 1 Your blower/vacuum has been engineered and manufactured to our high standard for dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety. When properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance. WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator’s manual before using this product.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction ... 2 General Safety Rules ... 3 Specific Safety Rules ... 4 Symbols ...5-6 Features ...7-8 Assembly ...9-11 Operation ...12-15 Maintenance ...15-16 Troubleshooting ... 17 Warranty ... 18-20 ... -
Page 3: General Safety Rules
Check with the federal, state, or local authorities in your area. Before storing, allow the engine to cool. Use only Ryobi replacement parts and accessories. Fail- ure to do so may cause poor performance or possible injury. -
Page 4: Specific Safety Rules
Always hold the blower in your right hand. Refer to the OPERATION instructions later in this manual for additional information. To reduce the risk of hearing loss associated with sound level(s), hearing protection is required. To reduce the risk of injury associated with contacting rotating parts, stop the engine before installing or removing attachments. -
Page 5: Symbols
Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the product better and safer. SYMBOL NAME Safety Alert Symbol Read the Operator’s Manual Wear Eye and Hearing Protection Vacuum Door Long Hair... - Page 6 To avoid serious personal injury, do not attempt to use this product until you read thoroughly and understand com- pletely the operator’s manual. If you do not understand the warnings and instructions in the operator’s manual, do not use this product. Call Ryobi customer service for assistance.
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Page 7: Features
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Weight ... 10.4 lbs. Engine Displacement ...25.4cc Air Velocity: MPH ... 205 (with wet leaf nozzle) CFM ... 375 (vacuum mode) LOWER VACUUM TUBE UPPER HANDLE STARTER GRIP PRIMER BULB CLEANER KNOB FEATURES SHOULDER STRAP VACUUM BAG UPPER VACUUM TUBE VACUUM TUBE SCREW... -
Page 8: Features
SWEEPER NOZZLE The sweeper nozzle allows for more area to be covered during blower operation. THROTTLE TRIGGER The blower can be operated at any speed between idle and full throttle. VACUUM/MULCHER Converting the blower to a vacuum/mulcher can be done without using tools. -
Page 9: Assembly
Check tightness after initial run and retighten if needed. To remove the tubes, rotate the tubes to unlock them and remove from the blower housing outlet. INSTALLING THE VACUUM HANDLE See Figure 3. -
Page 10: Grounding Instructions
ASSEMBLY INSTALLING THE VACUUM BAG See Figures 5 - 6. Remove the nozzle and upper blower tube from the blower. Unzip the vacuum bag and place the adaptor inside as shown. Align the raised slots on the bag adaptor with the raised locking tabs on the blower housing outlet;... -
Page 11: Assembly
Do not put hands or any other object into the vacuum tubes while they are installed on the unit. NOTE: This vacuum/blower is equipped with a vacuum door interlock. If vacuum door is open and vacuum tubes are not installed, engine will not start. -
Page 12: Operation
WARNING: Do not allow familiarity with this product to make you careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict serious injury. WARNING: Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operating power tools. Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into your eyes resulting in possible serious injury. - Page 13 Failure to heed this warning could result in serious personal injury. Start the blower. Refer to Starting and Stopping earlier in this manual. Hold the blower with the upper handle in your right hand. WARNING: Keep away from all hot surfaces of the blower.
- Page 14 Watch out for children, pets, open windows, or freshly washed cars, and blow debris safely away. Use the full blower nozzle extension so the air stream can work close to the ground. After using blowers or other equipment, CLEAN UP! Dispose of debris in trash receptacles.
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Page 15: Maintenance
Install the vacuum tubes, vacuum handle, and bag. Refer to the ASSEMBLY section earlier in this manual. Start the blower. Refer to Starting and Stopping earlier in this manual. Place the vacuum bag strap over your right shoulder. -
Page 16: Maintenance
After extended use the screen can become dirty, and you may need to have the screen replaced by an authorized servicing dealer. WARNING: To avoid a fire hazard, never run the blower without the spark arrestor in place. MAINTENANCE CLEANING THE EXHAUST PORT AND MUFFLER... -
Page 17: Troubleshooting
Air filter clogged Insufficient oil in fuel mixture CALL US FIRST For any questions about operating or maintaining your product, call the Ryobi Your product has been fully tested prior to shipment to ensure your complete satisfaction. REMEDY Fill tank. -
Page 18: Warranty
Blower Fans, Blower and Vacuum Tubes, Vacuum Bag and Straps, Guide Bars, Saw Chains Techtronic Industries North America, Inc., reserves the right to change or improve the design of any RYOBI outdoor product without assuming any obligation to modify any product previously manufactured. - Page 19 Where a warrantable condition exists, Techtronic Industries North America, Inc., will repair your non-road or small off-road engine at no cost to you, including diagno- sis, parts, and labor performed at an authorized service center for RYOBI outdoor products. MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY COVERAGE: This product’s emissions control system is warranted for two years.
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Page 20: Warranty
THIS PRODUCT WAS MANUFACTURED WITH A CATALYST MUFFLER Congratulations! You have made an investment toward protecting the environment. In order to maintain this product’s original emission level, please refer to the maintenance section below. EMISSIONS MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE AND WARRANTED PARTS LIST Emissions Parts Inspect Before Each Use... - Page 21 NOTES...
- Page 22 1-800-860-4050. • HOW TO OBTAIN CUSTOMER OR TECHNICAL SUPPORT: To obtain Customer or Technical Support please contact us at 1-800-860-4050. Ryobi is a registered trademark of Ryobi Limited used under license. ® TECHTRONIC INDUSTRIES NORTH AMERICA, INC. 987000-081 12-14-06 (REV:00) OPERATOR’S MANUAL...