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OPERATOR’S MANUAL BLOWER/VACUUM RY08544/RY08548 Your blower/vacuum has been engineered and manufactured to our high standard for dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety. When properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance. WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator’s manual before using this product.
Before storing, allow the engine to cool. Wear eye protection which is marked to comply with ANSI Use only Ryobi replacement parts and accessories. Fail- Z87.1 as well as hearing protection when operating this ure to do so may cause poor performance or possible equipment.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES REFUELING Always hold the blower in your right hand. Refer to the Operation instructions later in this manual for additional Fuel is highly flammable. Take precautions when using information. to reduce the chance of serious personal injury. ...
SYMBOLS Some of the following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpreta- tion of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer. SYMBOL NAME EXPLANATION Safety Alert Symbol Precautions that involve your safety.
If you do not understand ing, use only identical replacement parts. the warnings and instructions in the operator’s manual, do not use this product. Call Ryobi customer service for assistance. WARNING: The operation of any power tool can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes, which can re- sult in severe eye damage.
FEATURES ENGINE SWITCH THROTTLE TRIGGER HIGH VELOCITY NOZZLE WITH WET LEAF SCRAPER CRUISE CONTROL (THROTTLE LOCK) UPPER HANDLE SWEEPER NOZZLE DOOR TAB INLET COVER UPPER BLOWER TUBE DOOR Fig. 1b KNOW YOUR BLOWER/VACUUM SWEEPER NOZZLE See Figures 1a - 1b. The sweeper nozzle allows for more area to be covered during blower operation.
ASSEMBLY UNPACKING INSTALLING THE VACUUM HANDLE See Figure 3. This product requires assembly. Lay unit on side as shown. Carefully remove the tool and any accessories from the box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are ...
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ASSEMBLY INSTALLING THE VACUUM BAG ADAPTOR INSTALLED See Figures 4 - 5. IN VACUUM BAG Remove the nozzle and upper blower tube from the blower. Unzip the vacuum bag and place the adaptor inside as shown. Align the raised slots on the bag adaptor with the raised locking tabs on the blower housing outlet;...
OPERATION WARNING: PREMIUM EXACT MIX™ (50:1) GASOLINE Do not allow familiarity with tools to make you care- less. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is 1 gallon (US) 2.6 oz. sufficient to inflict serious injury. 1 Liter 20 cc (20 ml) WARNING: FILLING THE TANK Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side...
OPERATION STARTING AND STOPPING ENGINE SWITCH THROTTLE See Figures 8 - 9. TRIGGER To start an engine that is cold or has run dry: Fill the fuel tank, if necessary. Always use the proper oil/gasoline mixture. See Mixing the Fuel on page 11. ...
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OPERATION Operate blower at the lowest possible throttle speed to do the job. Check your equipment before operation, especially the SWEEPER NOZZLE muffler, air intakes, and air filters. Use rakes and brooms to loosen debris before blowing. ...
OPERATION VACUUM OPERATION Remove the vacuum tubes and clear the debris from the blower fan housing. Remove the bag and clear the tube. See Figure 13. A small rod or stick may be required to clear the entire tube length. Ensure that all debris has been cleared before WARNING: reassembling the vacuum tubes.
MAINTENANCE REPLACING AND CLEANING AIR FILTER WARNING: See Figure 14. A wet or dirty air filter can affect the way the engine starts, A leaking fuel cap is a fire hazard and must be replaced performs, and wears. The air filter should be checked and immediately.
ACCESSORIES Look for these accessories at the service center: WARNING: ACCESSORIES Current attachments and accessories available for use Air Filter ......... Power Care - AP04107 with this tool are listed. Do not use any attachments or Spark Plug ..........Champion - RCJ4 accessories not recommended by the manufacturer of Fuel Cap ..............
Straps, Guide Bars, Saw Chains purchase. Techtronic Industries North America, Inc., reserves the Two years if the product is used for personal, family or right to change or improve the design of any RYOBI brand ® household use;...
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Also included may be hoses, belts and connectors, and other emission-related assemblies. Where a warrantable condition exists, Techtronic Industries North America, Inc., will repair your non-road or small off-road engine at no cost to you, including diagnosis (if the diagnostic work is performed at an authorized service center for RYOBI ®...
ALL EMISSIONS RELATED PARTS ARE WARRANTED FOR TWO YEARS OR FOR THE PERIOD OF TIME PRIOR TO THE PARTS FIRST SCHEDULED REPLACEMENT WHICHEVER COMES FIRST. CALL US FIRST For any questions about operating or maintaining your product, call the Ryobi Help Line! ® Your product has been fully tested prior to shipment to ensure...
• HOW TO ORDER REPAIR PARTS When ordering repair parts, always give the following information: • MODEL NUMBER • SERIAL NUMBER Ryobi is a registered trademark of Ryobi Limited used under license. ® TECHTRONIC INDUSTRIES NORTH AMERICA, INC. 1428 Pearman Dairy Road Anderson, SC 29625 Phone 1-800-860-4050 www.ryobitools.com...