Ryobi RY18BVXA Manual page 6

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Remove all foreign materials from the
product. Store the product in a cool, dry, and
well-ventilated place that is inaccessible
to children. Keep the product away from
corrosive agents, such as garden chemicals
and de-icing salts. Do not store the product
outdoors.
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For transportation in a vehicle, secure the
product against movement or falling to
prevent injury to persons or damage to the
product.
TRANSPORTING LITHIUM BATTERIES
Transport the battery in accordance with local
and national provisions and regulations.
Follow all special requirements on packaging
and labelling when transporting batteries by a
third party. Ensure that no batteries can come
in contact with other batteries or conductive
materials while in transport by protecting
exposed connectors with insulating, non-
conductive caps or tape. Do not transport
batteries that are cracked or leaking. Check
with the forwarding company for further advice.
MAINTENANCE
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Use only original
replacement parts,
attachments. Failure to do so can cause
possible injury, can contribute to poor
performance, and may void your warranty.
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Servicing requires
knowledge and should be performed only
by a qualified service technician. Have the
product serviced by an authorised service
centre only.
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Check all nuts, bolts, and screws at frequent
intervals for proper tightness to ensure that
the product is in safe working condition. Any
part that is damaged should be properly
repaired or replaced by an authorised
service centre.
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Bring the product to an authorised service
centre to replace damaged or unreadable
labels.
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You may make adjustments or repairs that
are described in this manual. For other
repairs, contact an authorised service centre.
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Original Instructions
manufacturer's
accessories, and
extreme care and
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After each use, clean the product with a
soft, dry cloth.
CLEARING A BLOCKAGE
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To reduce the risk of injury associated with
contacting moving parts, always turn off
the product, remove the battery pack, and
make sure that all moving parts have come
to a complete stop.
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Remove the blower/vacuum tubes to inspect
for blockage. Clear the tubes if required.
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Remove the debris collector bag. Check
that the bag adaptor is free from obstruction.
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Inspect the opening to the fan enclosure
and the tube to the debris bag for evidence
of a blockage. Remember, even though
the battery pack is removed, the fan or
mulching blades may move as you clear
any blockage. Keep fingers away from the
fan or mulching blades at all times.
WARNING! Do not attempt to remove the
fan or mulching blade. If it is necessary to
remove the fan or mulching blades, bring the
product to an authorised service centre.
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Reinstall the tubes and the debris collector
bag before installing the battery pack and
starting the product.
KNOW YOUR PRODUCT
See page 141.
1. Lower vacuum tube
2. Upper vacuum tube
3. Tube locking screw
4. Front handle
5. Rotary locking button
6. Red LED
7. Speed up button
8. Speed down/on/off button
9. Rear handle
10. Tube release button
11. Blower/vacuum mode selection lever
12. Bag handle
13. Vacuum bag
14. Upper blower tube
15. Lower blower tube
16. Guide wheels
17. Operator's manual
18. Battery pack
19. Charger