Maintenance; Environmental Protection - Ryobi RVC-1420C-G Owner's Operating Manual

Insert the large end of the hose into the blower
connection in the top of the motor housing (Fig. 17).
Fit the crevice tool to the vacuum hose (Fig. 18).
Ensure the power switch is turned off and plug in the
power supply.
Turn the motor on by flipping the switch to the "I" (ON)
position (Fig. 14).
The unit will now blow through the vacuum hose and can
be used to clear obstructions within the hose. (Fig. 19)
Once you have finished operation, flip the switch to the
'O' (OFF) position and unplug the power cord from the
power outlet. (Fig. 15)
If after a few seconds the hose continues to be blocked,
turn off the unit and clear the hose manually.

MAINTENANCE

Verify that the power cord is disconnected from the outlet.
Disconnect the hose from the container (Fig. 20).
Undo the clamps and remove the top section from the
container (Fig. 21).
Clear all dirt or debris from the container and hose
(Fig. 22).
INSTALLING AND CLEANING THE DRY FILTER
NOTE: Unplug machine from the power outlet before
performing maintenance.
Installing Dry Filter
Install the dry filter over the filter cage with the flat end of
the filter towards the vacuum power head. Carefully push
filter in until it stops against the power head. (Fig.23 & 24)
Place filter retainer on top of cartridge filter over the raise
lip and tighten down by turning retainer clockwise, do not
over tighten. (Fig. 25 & 26)
Removing And Cleaning Dry Filter (THIS FILTER IS
NOT WASHABLE)
Unlock and remove the filter retainer by turning retainer
handle anticlockwise.
Carefully hold and pull the dry filter up for removal.
(Fig. 27)
Clean the cartridge filter by gently tapping or brushing
dirt off. For optimal performance it is recommended to
regularly change this filter depending on level of use
(eg. 3-6 months).
Install cleaned or new filter into place as instructed above.
INSTALLING AND CLEANING THE FOAM FILTER
NOTE: Unplug machine from the power outlet before
performing maintenance.
WARNING
Installing Foam Filter
Follow instructions to remove dry dust filter first before
changing to foam filter.
Carefully slide foam filter down over the filter cage
making sure the whole cage is covered. (Fig. 9 & 28)
Cleaning Foam Filter
Carefully remove foam filter. (Fig. 29)
Use a mild soap and water solution to wash foam filter
and rinse with clean water. (Fig. 30)
Allow filter to air dry before installing and using again.
IMPORTANT! CHANGE THE DUST FILTER REGULARLY.
IF THE MACHINE IS USED WITHOUT THE DUST FILTER,
THE MOTOR WILL BURN OUT AND THE WARRANTY
WILL BE VOIDED. ALWAYS KEEP SPARE FILTERS ON
HAND.

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

Recycle raw materials instead of disposing of as
waste. The machine, accessories and packaging
should be sorted for environmental-friendly
recycling.
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Safety Alert
Volts
Hertz
Alternating Current
Watts
Conformity
Please read the instructions carefully before
starting the machine.
Class II equipment
Recycle
Waste electrical products should not be
disposed of with household waste. Please
recycle where facilities exist. Check with your
Local Authority or retailer for recycling advice.
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