Ryobi RY40806 Operator's Manual page 15

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.
WARNING:
Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-
based products, penetrating oils, etc., come in contact
with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken, or
destroy plastic which can result in serious personal injury.
LUBRICATION
All of the bearings in this product are lubricated with a suf-
ficient amount of high grade lubricant for the life of the unit
under normal operating conditions. Therefore, no further
bearing lubrication is required.
STORING THE SNOW BLOWER
See Figure 12.
CAUTION:
Ensure all melted snow that may drip from the snow blow-
er is properly wiped up to prevent a slip and fall hazard.
 Remove the batteries and store in a secure location out
of the reach of children.
 Before storage, wipe any moisture, dirt, or debris from the
battery area.
 Wipe the snow blower with a clean dry cloth.
 Check all nuts, bolts, knobs, screws, fasteners, etc., for
tightness.
MAINTENANCE
 Inspect moving parts for damage, breakage, and wear.
Have repairs made on any damaged or missing parts.
 Unlock the handle lock levers, lower the upper handle,
then return the levers to the locked position.
 Pull the handle adjustment levers out and fold the inter-
mediate handle to the storage position.
NOTICE:
Do not allow the chute rotation cable to become pinched
or trapped when lowering the handle.
 Store snow blower indoors in a clean, dry place out of
the reach of children.
 Do not store near corrosive materials such as fertilizer or
rock salt.
REPLACING THE SCRAPER
See Figures 13 - 15
The scraper may need to be replaced when a layer of snow
remains on the ground after making a pass. To order, call
customer service and ask for part number 537724001.
 Remove the 4 screws from one side panel with a T20 Torx
screwdriver (not included) and set aside.
 Repeat for the other side.
 Tilt the unit forward as shown to allow access to the
screws for the scraper.
 Remove the 7 T20 screws from the scraper. Discard the
old scraper.
 Install the new scraper and reinstall the screws.
NOTE: Make sure all screws are tightened securely. Do
not overtighten.
 Reinstall the side panels and screws on both sides.
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