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Ryobi RY08554 Operator's Manual

Ryobi RY08554 Operator's Manual

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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.
Thank you for your purchase.
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
BLOWER/VACUUM
RY08554/RY09907
(ALL VERSIONS)

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  • Page 1 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.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

     Introduction ...   General Safety Rules ... 3  Specific Safety Rules ... 4  Symbols ...5-6  Features ...7-8  Assembly ...9-11  Operation ...1-15  Maintenance ...15-16  Troubleshooting ... 17  Warranty ... 18-0  Parts Ordering / Service ... Back Page This product has many features for making its use more pleasant and enjoyable.

  • Page 3: General Safety Rules

    Check with the federal, state, or local authorities in your area.  Before storing, allow the engine to cool.  Use only Ryobi replacement parts and accessories. Fail- ure to do so may cause poor performance or possible injury.

  • Page 4: Specific Safety Rules

    Always disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance or accessing any movable parts.  Do not point the blower nozzle in the direction of people or pets.  Never run the unit without the blower tubes installed.

  • Page 5: Symbols

    Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the product better and safer. SYMBOL NAME Safety Alert Symbol Read the Operator’s Manual Wear Eye and Hearing Protection Vacuum Door Long Hair...

  • Page 6: Symbols

    To avoid serious personal injury, do not attempt to use this product until you read thoroughly and understand completely the operator’s manual. If you do not understand the warnings and instructions in the operator’s manual, do not use this product. Call Ryobi customer service for assistance.

  • Page 7: Product Specifications

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Engine Displacement...5.4cc Air Velocity: MPH ...05 (with high velocity nozzle) CFM ... 375 (at housing) Weight ... 10.4 lbs. loWer VAcuum Tube on/oFF SWiTch upper hAnDle choke leVer primer bulb STArTer Grip Fuel cAp FEATURES ShoulDer STrAp cruiSe conTrol VAcuum bAG VAcuum...

  • Page 8: Features

    SWEEPER NOZZLE The sweeper nozzle allows for more area to be covered during blower operation. THROTTLE TRIGGER The blower can be operated at any speed between idle and full throttle. VACUUM/MULCHER Converting the blower to a vacuum/mulcher can be done without using any tools.

  • Page 9: Packing List

    Check tightness after initial run and retighten if needed.  To remove the tubes, rotate the tubes to unlock them and remove from the blower housing outlet. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS See Figure 3.

  • Page 10: Installing The Vacuum Handle

    ASSEMBLY INSTALLING THE VACUUM BAG See Figures 5 - 6.  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;...

  • Page 11: Assembly

     Align tabs on housing with tube assembly. Insert tube assembly into vacuum opening. Twist clockwise and lock the upper vacuum tube into the blower housing.  Tighten screw on upper vacuum tube to secure to blower housing. To remove the vacuum tubes: ...

  • Page 12: Filling The Tank

    WARNING: Do not allow familiarity with this product to make you careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict serious injury. WARNING: Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operating this product. Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into your eyes resulting in possible serious injury.

  • Page 13: Starting And Stopping

    To start a cold engine: DO NOT squeeze the throttle trigger until the engine starts and runs.  Lay the blower/vacuum on a flat, bare surface.  PRIME - Press the primer bulb 7 times.  SET the start lever to the START position.

  • Page 14: Operating The Blower

     Watch out for children, pets, open windows, or freshly washed cars, and blow debris safely away.  Use the full blower nozzle extension so the air stream can work close to the ground.  After using blowers or other equipment, CLEAN UP! Dispose of debris properly.

  • Page 15: Operation ...................................................................................................................................................................1

     Install the vacuum tubes, vacuum handle, and bag. Refer to the ASSembly section earlier in this manual.  Start the blower. Refer to Starting and Stopping earlier in this manual.  Place the vacuum bag strap over your right shoulder.

  • Page 16: Cleaning The Exhaust Port, Muffler And Spark Arrestor

    WARNING: To avoid a fire hazard, never run the blower without the spark arrestor in place. VACUUM BAG A dirty bag will reduce performance. To clean the bag, turn it inside out and shake.

  • Page 17: Troubleshooting

    IF THESE SOLUTIONS DO NOT SOLVE THE PROBLEM, CONTACT YOUR AUTHORIZED SERVICING DEALER. PROBLEM Engine fails to start. Engine hard to start. Engine lacks power. Engine overheats. TROUBLESHOOTING CAUSE No fuel in tank. Spark plug shorted or fouled. Spark plug is broken. (cracked porcelain or electrodes broken) Ignition lead wire shorted, broken, or disconnected from spark plug.

  • Page 18: Limited Warranty Statement

    Blower Fans, Blower and Vacuum Tubes, Vacuum Bag and Straps, Guide Bars, Saw Chains Techtronic Industries North America, Inc., reserves the right to change or improve the design of any RYOBI outdoor product without assuming any obligation to modify any product previously manufactured.
  • Page 19 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 diagno- sis, parts, and labor performed at an authorized service center for RYOBI outdoor products. MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY COVERAGE: This product’s emissions control system is warranted for two years.
  • Page 20 5 Hours Every 25 Hours or Yearly cAll uS FirST For any questions about operating or maintaining your product, call the Ryobi Your product has been fully tested prior to shipment to ensure your complete satisfaction. Clean Every Replace Every...
  • Page 21 NOTES...

  • Page 22: California Proposition

    1-800-860-4050. • HOW TO OBTAIN CUSTOMER OR TECHNICAL SUPPORT: To obtain Customer or Technical Support please contact us at 1-800-860-4050. Ryobi is a registered trademark of Ryobi Limited used under license. ® TECHTRONIC INDUSTRIES NORTH AMERICA, INC. 987000-308 1-12-09 (REV:02) OPERATOR’S MANUAL...

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