Maintenance; Warning - Ryobi RY404013 Operator's Manual

 Use rakes and brooms to loosen debris before blowing.
In dusty conditions, slightly dampen surfaces when water
is available.
 Conserve water by using power blowers instead of hoses
for many lawn and garden applications, including areas such
as gutters, screens, patios, grills, porches, and gardens.
 Watch out for children, pets, open windows, or freshly
washed cars, and blow debris safely away.

WARNING:

To avoid serious personal injury, always remove the bat-
tery pack from the product when cleaning or performing
any maintenance.
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 resulting in possible serious injury.
WARNING:
When servicing, use only identical replacement parts.
Use of any other parts can create a hazard or cause
product damage.
WARNING:
Never use water or any liquids to clean or rinse off
your product and do not expose the product to rain or
wet conditions. Store indoors in a dry area. Corrosive
liquids, water, and chemicals can enter the product's
electronic components and/or battery compartment and
damage electronic components and/or the battery pack,
which can result in a short circuit, increased risk of fire,
and serious personal injury. Remove any buildup of dirt
and debris by wiping the product clean with a dry cloth
occasionally.
This product has a Five-year Limited Warranty for personal, family, or
household use (90 days for business or commercial use). For warranty
details, visit www.ryobitools.com or call (toll free) 1-800-525-2579.
OPERATION
 After using blowers or other equipment, CLEAN UP!
Battery tools are always in operating condition. Therefore,
switch should always be in the OFF position when not in
use or carrying at your side.

MAINTENANCE

NOTICE :
Periodically 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 an
authorized service center for assistance.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
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.
Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-
based products, penetrating oils, etc., come in contact
with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken or
destroy plastic which can result in serious personal injury.
STORAGE
 Clean all foreign material from the blower.
 Store indoors in a secure place that is inaccessible to
 Do not hang unit so that the switch trigger is depressed.
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Dispose of debris properly.
WARNING:
WARNING:
children. Keep away from corrosive agents such as garden
chemicals and de-icing salts.