Nozzle Maintenance - Ryobi R18MF Original Instructions Manual

18 volt misting fan
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WARNING
Children can fall into buckets and drown. Keep children
away from buckets with even a small amount of liquid.
The misting fan is designed to operate atop a water bucket
(diameter 290 - 304mm).
NOTE: Clean the bucket with soap and water before each
use.
■ Place the bucket on a flat, level surface.
■ Set the fan switch and pump switch to the OFF ( O )
position.
■ Set the fan's base securely onto the rim of the bucket.
WARNING
Do not lift and move the fan and bucket as a single unit.
■ The end of the intake tube should go straight down into
the bucket.
■ Install the battery pack and close the battery
compartment cover.
■ Add only clean, cold water into the bucket. Do not
overfill.
■ Press the pump switch to ON ( I ).
■ Press the fan switch to LOW ( I ) or HIGH ( II ).
To move the fan to another location:
■ Set the fan switch and pump switch to the OFF ( O )
position.
■ Allow the fan and pump to stop running before lifting the
fan off the bucket.
■ The intake tube may be stored in the space provided
on the unit.
NOTE: The intake tube cannot be removed.
WARNING
When filling, moving, or emptying bucket, be careful not
to spill water and do not overfill bucket. Spilled water can
result in a slippery surface, create a slip and fall hazard,
and cause property damage.
USING THE MISTING FAN WITH A GARDEN HOSE
(NOT INCLUDED)
See Figure 7.
WARNING
Always route hoses away from traffic areas to prevent a
tripping hazard.
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■ Choose a flat, steady surface, such as a concrete patio
or tabletop.
■ Set the fan switch to the OFF ( O ) position.
■ With the water faucet turned completely off, attach a
garden hose (not provided) securely to the intake hose
connector.
■ Install the battery pack and close the battery
compartment.
■ Turn the garden hose faucet on all the way and allow
the hose to fill with water.
■ Press the fan switch to LOW ( I ) or HIGH ( II ) position.
USING THE FAN WITHOUT MIST
If desired, this product may be used as a fan only, when
not connected to a water source. Always disconnect the
garden hose and place the misting tube in its storage area.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING
When servicing, use only identical replacement parts.
Use of any other part may create a hazard or cause
product damage.
WARNING
Always remove the battery pack from the tool when
cleaning or performing any maintenance.
WARNING
Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most
plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of
commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use.
Use clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc.
WARNING
Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-
based products, penetrating oils, etc. come in contact
with plastic parts. They contain chemicals that can
damage, weaken or destroy plastic.

NOZZLE MAINTENANCE

See Figure 8.
WARNING
Ensure all nozzle maintenance is properly performed
to prevent leaks. Leaks can result in a slippery surface,
create a slip and fall hazard, or cause property damage.
Irregular mist patterns or leakage may be the result of a
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