Ryobi 170r Introduction, Table Of Contents, Thank You, Service Information, Contents Of Carton

INTRODUCTION

THANK YOU

Thank you for purchasing this quality product. This modern outdoor power tool is designed to provide many hours of useful service. You will find it to be a great labor-saving device.

This operator’s manual provides you with easy- to-understand operating instructions. Read the entire operator’s manual and follow all of the instructions to keep your new outdoor power tool in top operating condition.

PRODUCT REFERENCES, ILLUSTRATIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS

All information, illustrations and specifications in this manual are based on the latest product information available at the time of printing. We reserve the right to make changes at any time without notice.

Copyright © 1997 Ryobi Outdoor Products, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

NOTE: PROOF OF PURCHASE WILL BE REQUIRED FOR WARRANTY SERVICE.

SERVICE INFORMATION

Service on this unit both within and after the warranty period should be performed only by an authorized and approved service dealer.

Dial 1-800-345-8746in the United States and 1-800-265-6778in Canada to obtain the listing of the authorized service dealer nearest you.

Do not return the unit to the retailer.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

I. Safety Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-6 A. Safety and International Symbols . . . .6

II. Assembly Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-9

A. Blower Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

B. Vacuum Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

III. Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . .10-11

A. Extension Cord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

B. Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

C. Operating as a Blower . . . . . . . . . . . .10

D. Operating as a Vacuum . . . . . . . . . . .11

E. Shoulder Strap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

IV. Maintenance and Repair Instructions . . .12 A. Servicing of Double-Insulated Units . .12 B. Clearing a Blocked Impeller . . . . . . . .12 C. Cleaning the Blower/Vacuum . . . . . . .12 D. Cleaning the Vacuum Bag . . . . . . . . .12 E. Inspecting the Extension Cords . . . . .12 F. Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 G. Accessories/Replacement Parts . . . . .12

V. Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

VI. Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

VII. Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

CONTENTS OF CARTON

This unit includes the following:

•Blower/Vacuum Model 180r or 190r

•Blower Tubes

•Vacuum Tubes

•Vacuum Elbow Tube

•Vacuum bag

•Operator’s Manual

•Owner’s Registration Card

Examine all parts to make certain that nothing is missing and no breakage has occurred during shipping. Any damaged or missing part must be replaced before using this product.

WARNING: The operation of any blower/vacuum can result in foreign objects being thrown in the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Before beginning your unit’s operation, always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and a full face shield when needed. A wide vision safety mask for use over eyeglasses, or standard safety glasses with side shields is recommended.

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