Operation - Ryobi RBV26G Operator's Manual

INSTALLING THE VACUUM BAG
See Figures 3 - 4.
 Remove the nozzle and upper blower tube from the blower
by twisting and removing from blower housing outlet.
 Unzip the vacuum bag and place the adaptor inside as
shown. Push the vacuum bag adaptor through the opening
opposite the zipper. The end of the adaptor with the tapered
flange, will remain on the inside of the vacuum bag when
installed properly.
 Align the raised slots on the vacuum bag adaptor with the
raised locking tabs on the blower housing outlet; push the
bag adaptor onto the housing. Twist to lock into place.
 Rotate the vacuum bag until the shoulder strap is upright.
 Make sure the vacuum bag is zipped and closed before
starting the unit.
INSTALLING THE VACUUM TUBES
See Figures 5 - 6.
WARNING:
Rotating impeller blades can cause severe injury. Always
stop the engine and ensure impeller blades have stopped
rotating before opening the vacuum door or installing/
changing tubes. Do not put hands or any other object into
the vacuum tubes while they are installed on the unit.
To install the vacuum tubes:
 Secure the upper and lower vacuum tubes together by
aligning the raised locking tabs with the raised slots.
 Tap tube assembly on ground until the screw holes in lower
tube are in the raised slot of the upper tube. Secure with
supplied screws.
 Depress door tab using a flathead screwdriver and open
vacuum inlet door.
 Align tabs on housing with tube assembly.
 Tighten screws on upper vacuum tube to secure to blower
housing.
To remove the vacuum tubes:
 Loosen screws of the upper vacuum tube by turning
counterclockwise.
 Remove the vacuum tube assembly from the blower
housing.
 Close the vacuum inlet cover door securely.

OPERATION

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 standards, along with hearing protection.
Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into
your eyes and other possible serious injuries.
APPLICATIONS
You may use this product for the purposes listed below:
 Clearing leaves and other debris from your lawn
 Keeping decks and driveways free from leaves and pine
needles
 Vacuuming leaves from your lawn
MIXING THE FUEL
This product is powered by a 2-Stroke engine and requires
premixing petrol and 2-Stroke oil. The mixture should be at
a 50:1 ratio.
NOTE: We recommend you use Ryobi synthetic 2-Stroke
lubricant. Only use a quality synthetic 2-Stroke lubricant in
your blower to ensure top performance and engine longevity.
TO MIX THE FUEL:
 Pre-mix unleaded petrol and 2-stroke engine lubricant in
a clean container approved for petrol.
 This engine is certified to operate on unleaded petrol
intended for automotive use with an octane rating of 91
([R + M] / 2) or higher.
 Do not use any type of pre-mixed petrol/lubricant from
fuel service stations, this includes the pre-mixed petrol/
lubricant intended for use in mopeds, motorcycles, etc.
■ Avoid the use of Ethanol fuels or fuels containing
Ethanol. The use of Ethanol fuels may result in damage
to your engine.
■ Use synthetic 2-stroke lubricant only. Do not use
automotive lubricant or 2-stroke outboard lubricant.
■ Mix 2% synthetic 2-stroke lubricant into the petrol. This
is a 50:1 ratio.
■ Mix the fuel thoroughly and also each time before
fueling.
■ Mix in small quantities. Do not mix quantities larger than
usable in a 30-day period. A synthetic 2-stroke lubricant
containing a fuel stabiliser is recommended.
1 litre + 20 ml
2 litres + 40 ml
3 litres + 60 ml
4 litres + 80 ml
5 litres + 100 ml
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