Operation - Ryobi RB-264S Owner's Operating Manual

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 eye protection
with side shields marked to comply with
ANSI Z87.1, along with hearing
protection. Failure to do so could result
in objects being thrown into your eyes
and other possible serious injuries.
WARNING. Operation of this equipment
could create sparks that can start fires
around dry vegetation. A spark arrestor
may be replaced. The operator should
contact local fire agencies for laws or
regulations relating to fire prevention
requirements.
ADDING/CHECKING ENGINE OIL
NOTE:
1. Attempting to start the engine before it has
been properly filled with oil will result in
equipment failure.
2. Engine oil has a major influence on engine
performance and service life. This unit is
shipped without engine oil.
3. Always use a 4-stroke engine oil that meets or
exceeds the requirements for API service
classification SJ. SAE 30, 10W30, or 10W40
are all acceptable oils to use in this product.
Non-detergent or 2-stroke engine oil will
damage the engine and should not be used.
4. Check oil levels before each use.
TO ADD ENGINE OIL: INITIAL USE
1. Remove the cap from the empty lubricant bottle
provided.
2. Pour 60ml 4-stroke engine oil into lubricant
bottle with funnel.
3. Unscrew the oil cap from the engine and
remove.
4. Pour the 60 ml lubricant oil into oil fill hole.
Replace and tighten the oil cap.
TO CHECK ENGINE LEVEL BEFORE EACH USE
1. Set blower on a flat level surface.
2. Unscrew the oil cap and remove.

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3. Lubricant level should fall within the top of oil fill
hole (the top of screw thread).
4. If level is low, add engine lubricant until the fluid
level rises to the top of oil fill hole (the top of
screw thread) and does not overfill, Fig.3.
5. Replace and tighten the oil cap.
NOTE: Do not overfill. Overfilling the crankcase
may cause excessive smoke, oil loss, and engine
damage.
FUELING AND REFUELING THE BLOWER
Keep away from ignition sources and open flames,
handle outdoors only, do not smoke and wipe up
spills immediately.
Always shut off engine before fueling.
Never add fuel to a machine with a running or hot
engine. Move at least 30 ft. from refueling site
before starting engine. Do not smoke and stay
away from open flames and sparks. Never operate
the unit without the fuel cap securely. Failure to
safely handle fuel could result in serious personal
injury.
1. Remove the fuel tank cap by turning
counterclockwise. Rest the cap on a clean
surface.
2. Carefully pour fuel into the tank. Avoid spillage.
3. Immediately replace the fuel cap and tighten it
by turning it clockwise.
4. Wipe up any spilled fuel.
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MAX
Fig. 3
WARNING. Petrol and its vapors are
highly flammable and explosive. To
prevent serious personal injury and
property damage, handle it with care.