Maintenance; Warning - Ryobi P2800 Operator's Manual

SPRAYING HOME-AND-GARDEN CHEMICALS
See Figures 10 - 11.
 Install the battery pack into the tool.
 Depress the ON/OFF button to start the motor.
 The sprayer may be operated with the handle resting in
the handle storage area as shown in figure 10, or you
may remove and hold the handle as shown in figure 11.
 Aim the sprayer nozzle directly at the plants or objects
you wish to spray.
NOTE: Make sure to stand far enough from the object
being sprayed to prevent the spray from splashing back
onto you.
 Depress the trigger to start the spray.
 Release the trigger to stop the spray.
 Always empty, clean, and drain the tank after every use
as directed in the Maintenance section.

WARNING:

To avoid serious personal injury, always remove the
battery pack from the tool when cleaning or performing
any maintenance.
WARNING:
Always wear eye protection with side shields or goggles
marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1. Failure to do so could
result in fluids entering your eyes resulting in possible
serious injury.
WARNING:
When servicing, use only identical replacement parts.
Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause
product damage.
OPERATION
 Thoroughly clean the chemical sprayer before storing or
 When you are finished with the sprayer, thoroughly wash
OPERATING TIPS
 Never point the spray end of the wand at yourself or
 Avoid spraying on windy days. Spray can be accidentally
 Never spray in the direction of people or animals; always
 Especially in warmer weather, spray in the early morning
 Never smoke, eat, or drink while operating the sprayer.

MAINTENANCE

GENERAL MAINTENANCE
Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most
plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of
commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use
clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc.
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before switching to a different chemical. See Cleaning
the Unit later in this manual.
your hands and any area where skin has been exposed
to the spray.
others.
blown onto plants or objects that should not be sprayed.
spray downwind.
or late afternoon. Excessive heat can evaporate the spray
before it settles.
NOTICE:
Periodically inspect the entire product for damaged,
missing, or loose parts such as screws, nuts, bolts,
caps, etc. Tighten securely all fasteners and caps and
do not operate this product until all missing or damaged
parts are replaced. Please contact customer service or
a qualified service center for assistance.
WARNING:
Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, penetrating
oils, etc., come in contact with plastic parts. Chemicals
can damage, weaken, or destroy plastic which may result
in serious personal injury.