Operation - Ryobi RY40006VNM Operator's Manual

 Push in the button located on the snow thrower
attachment. Align the button with the guide recess on the
power head coupler and slide the two shafts together.
Rotate attachment shaft until button locks into the posi-
tioning hole.
NOTE: If the button does not release completely in the
positioning hole, the shaft is not locked into place. Slightly
rotate from side to side until the button is locked into
place.
 Tighten the knob securely.
WARNING:
Be certain the knob is fully tightened before operating
equipment. Check it periodically for tightness during use
to avoid serious injury.
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 eye protection with side shields marked to
comply with ANSI Z87.1, along with hearing protection.
Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into
your eyes and other possible serious injuries.
WARNING:
Do not use any attachments or accessories not
recommended by the manufacturer of this product. The
use of attachments or accessories not recommended
can result in serious personal injury.
NOTICE:
Before each use, 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.
ASSEMBLY
REMOVING THE ATTACHMENT FROM THE
POWER HEAD
 Stop the engine or motor and remove the spark plug wire,
disconnect from the power supply, or remove the battery
pack.
 Loosen the knob.
 Push in the button and twist the shafts to remove and
separate ends.

OPERATION

APPLICATIONS
You may use this product for the purpose listed below:
 Removing snow from desired areas such as driveways
and sidewalks
USING THE SNOW THROWER ATTACHMENT
See Figure 3.
WARNING:
Engine housing on gas power heads may become hot
during snow thrower operation. Do not rest or place your
arm, hand, or any body part against the engine hous-
ing during snow thrower operation. Only hold the snow
thrower as shown in figure 3 with all body parts clear of
engine housing. Extended contact with the engine hous-
ing can result in burns or other injuries.
WARNING:
Always position the unit on the operator's right side. The
use of the unit on the operator's left side will expose the
operator to hot surfaces and can result in possible burn
injury.
WARNING:
To avoid burns from hot surfaces, never operate unit with
the bottom of the engine above waist level.
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