Ryobi RY404015 Operator's Manual page 13

ADJUSTING THE HANDLE
See Figure 10.
 Remove the battery pack.
 Place the blower/vacuum on a sturdy flat surface.
 Push pivot button and adjust handle until it snaps securely
into place at one of the four detents.
STARTING AND STOPPING THE BLOWER/
VACUUM
See Figures 11 - 12.
Use the speed dial to start and stop the blower/vacuum and
adjust speeds.
 Assemble the unit for blowing or vacuuming as described
previously. Make sure that all parts are correctly as-
sembled. The shoulder harness is recommended when
vacuuming.
 Verify that the mode selector switch is rotated to the
blower position for blowing or the vacuum position for
vacuuming.
 Install the battery pack.
 Rotate the speed dial forward to start the unit at low
speeds. Continue rotating the dial forward for medium
and high speeds.
 Rotate the speed dial backward to decrease speeds.
Continue rotating the dial backward to stop the unit.
OPERATING THE BLOWER/VACUUM
See Figures 13 - 14.
 Assemble the unit for blowing or vacuuming as described
previously. Make sure that all parts are correctly as-
sembled.
 Verify that the mode selector switch is rotated to the
blower position for blowing or the vacuum position for
vacuuming.
 Slip an arm through each of the shoulder straps and place
the harness on your shoulders. Secure the shoulder har-
ness and attach it to the blower/vacuum.
 Hold the tool in the proper operating position and begin
operation.
 To keep from scattering debris, blow around the outer
edges of a debris pile. Never blow directly into the center
of a pile.
OPERATION
 To reduce sound levels, limit the number of pieces of
equipment used at any one time.
 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/vacuums instead
of hoses for many lawn and garden applications, including
areas such as screens, patios, grills, porches, and gardens.
 The vacuum is designed to pick up leaves. Take care not
to vacuum large twigs. Do not vacuum wet leaves.
 Watch out for children, pets, open windows, or freshly
washed cars, and blow debris safely away.
 After using blowers/vacuums or other equipment, CLEAN
UP! Dispose of debris properly.
 When cleaning is complete, stop the blower/vacuum and
disconnect the shoulder harness.
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.
EMPTYING THE LEAF COLLECTION BAG
Periodically empty the leaf collection bag for best perfor-
mance and to prevent the bag from becoming too heavy.
 Remove the battery pack.
 Remove the leaf collection bag.
 Grasp the zipper pull and pull downward.
 Properly dispose of the contents.
 Close the zipper.
 Reinstall the leaf collection bag.
 Reinstall the battery pack.
CHECKING FOR CLOGS
If the leaf vacuum seems to be losing suction, check the
tubes for possible clogs or obstructions.
 Remove the battery pack.
 Release the lower tube.
 Clear any debris or leaves from the tubes and the housing
area.
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