Ryobi RY42WB Operator's Manual page 10

NOTICE:
The spark arrestor on this product has not been evalu-
ated by the USDA Forest Service and cannot be used on
U.S. forest lands. In addition, product users must comply
with Federal, State, and local fire prevention regulations.
Check with appropriate authorities. Contact customer
service or a qualified service center to purchase a re-
placement spark arrestor.
NOTICE:
Before each use, inspect the entire product for damaged,
missing, or loose parts such as screws, nuts, bolts, caps,
etc. Tighten securely all fasteners and caps and do not
operate this product until all missing or damaged parts are
replaced. Please contact customer service or a qualified
service center for assistance.
APPLICATIONS
You may use this product for the purposes listed below:
 Clear leaves and other debris from your lawn
 Keeping decks and driveways free from grass clippings,
leaves, pine needles, and other debris
ETHANOL-BLENDED FUELS
NOTICE:
Do not use E15 or E85 fuel in this product. It is a viola-
tion of federal law and will damage the unit and void
your warranty. Only use unleaded gasoline containing
up to 10% ethanol.
FUELING AND REFUELING THE BLOWER
WARNING:
Gasoline and its vapors are highly flammable and ex-
plosive. To prevent serious personal injury and property
damage, handle it with care. Keep away from ignition
sources and open flames, handle outdoors only, do not
smoke and wipe up spills immediately.
FUEL MIXTURE
This product is powered by a 2-cycle engine and requires
pre-mixing gasoline and 2-cycle lubricant. Pre-mix unleaded
gasoline and 2-cycle engine lubricant in a clean container
approved for gasoline. DO NOT mix quantities larger than
usable in a 30-day period.
Recommended fuel: This engine is certified to operate on
unleaded gasoline intended for automotive use.
NOTE: We recommend you use Ethanol Shield 2-cycle lubri-
cant or an equivalent high-quality synthetic 2-cycle lubricant
in this product. Mix at 2.6 oz. per gallon (US).
OPERATION
Do not use automotive lubricant or 2-cycle outboard
lubricant.
HIGH QUALITY 2-CYCLE ENGINE LUBRICANT
FILLING TANK
 Clean surface around fuel cap to prevent contamination.
 Loosen the fuel cap slowly by turning counterclockwise.
Rest the cap on a clean surface.
 Carefully pour fuel mixture into the tank. Avoid spillage.
 Prior to replacing the fuel cap, clean and inspect the
gasket.
 Immediately replace fuel cap and hand tighten by turning
it clockwise. Wipe up any fuel spillage.
NOTE: It is normal for smoke to be emitted from a new
engine after first use.
WARNING:
Always shut off engine before fueling. Never remove fuel
cap or add fuel to a machine with a running or hot engine.
Make sure the unit is sitting on a flat, level surface and
only add fuel outdoors. If the engine is hot, let the unit cool
for at least five minutes before adding fuel. After fueling,
immediately replace fuel cap and tighten securely. Move
at least 30 ft. from refueling site before starting engine. Do
not smoke and stay away from open flames and sparks!
Failure to follow these instructions could result in a fire
and cause serious personal injury.
STARTING AND STOPPING
See Figures 4 - 6.
Blower should be on a flat, bare surface for starting.
 Slowly press the primer bulb 10 times.
NOTE: After the 10th press, fuel should be visible in the
primer bulb. If it is not, continue to press the primer until
you see fuel in the bulb.
 Set the choke lever to the CHOKE position.
 Pull starter grip and rope sharply until engine attempts to
run. Do not pull the starter grip and rope more than five
(5) times.
 Set the choke lever to the RUN position.
 Pull the starter grip and rope until the engine runs. Do not
pull the starter grip and rope more than six (6) times.
NOTE: If the engine does not start, return to the CHOKE
position and repeat the steps that follow.
 Allow the engine to run for 20 seconds before using the
blower.
8 — English
GASOLINE
1 gallon (US)
1 liter
LUBRICANT
2.6 oz.
20 cc (20 ml)