Ryobi RY42WB Operator's Manual page 11

TO STOP THE ENGINE:
 To stop the engine, press and hold the on/stop switch in
the stop ( ) position.
HOT RESTART OF THE ENGINE:
 Set the choke lever to the RUN position.
 Pull the starter grip and rope until the engine runs.
IF ASSISTANCE IS REQUIRED STARTING THIS PRODUCT:
Do not return this product to the retail store where it was
purchased. Please call our Customer Service Department
for any issues you may have.
For Help Call: 1-800-860-4050.
OPERATING THE BLOWER
See Figure 7.
WARNING:
Engine housing can become hot during operation. Do
not touch or place any part of your body or clothing on
the engine housing, vents surrounding the muffler, or
exhaust port when starting, operating, or transporting
the blower. Stop and allow the engine to cool down for
at least 30 minutes prior to storing the blower and do
not allow blower to contact combustible materials when
storing. Contact with the engine housing, muffler vents,
or exhaust gases could result in serious burns and/or
ignite combustible materials.
NOTICE:
Always operate your product in compliance with all ap-
plicable laws and ordinances.
OPERATION
 Start the blower. Refer to Starting and Stopping earlier
in this manual.
 To keep from scattering debris, blow around the outer
edges of a debris pile. Never blow directly into the center
of a pile.
 Operate power equipment at reasonable hours only —
not early in the morning or late at night when people
might be disturbed. Comply with the times listed in local
ordinances.
 To reduce sound levels, limit the number of pieces of
equipment used at any one time.
 Operate blower at the lowest possible throttle speed to
do the job.
 Check your equipment before operation, especially the
muffler, air intakes, and air filters.
 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 instead of hoses
for many lawn and garden applications, including areas
such as patios, porches, and gardens.
 Watch out for children, pets, open windows, or freshly
washed cars, and blow debris safely away.
 After using blowers or other equipment, CLEAN UP!
Dispose of debris properly.
WARNING:
Do not place blower on top of or near loose debris. Debris
can be sucked into blower intake vent resulting in serious
personal injury and possible damage to the unit.
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