OPERATION
VACUUM OPERATION
See Figure 13.
WARNING:
Never run the unit without the blower tubes installed or the vacuum door securely closed. Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury.
nInstall the vacuum tubes, vacuum handle, and bag. Refer to Installing the Vacuum Bag, Installing the Vacuum Tubes and Installing the Vacuum Handle earlier in this manual.
nStart the blower. Refer to Starting and Stopping earlier in this manual.
nPlace the vacuum bag strap over your right shoulder. Hold the upper handle in your left hand and the lower handle in your right hand.
nMove the blower / vacuum from side to side along outer edge of the debris. To avoid clogging, do not place the vacuum tube directly into the debris pile.
nHold the engine higher than the inlet end of the vacuum tube.
nAlways point vacuum tube downhill when working on a hillside.
nTo avoid injury to the operator or unit, do not pick up rocks, broken glass, bottles, or other similar objects.
nIf the vacuum tubes should clog, stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire before cleaning out the obstruction.
nRemove the vacuum tubes and clear the debris from the blower fan housing. Remove the bag and clear the tube. A small rod or stick may be required to clear the entire tube length. Ensure that all debris has been cleared before reassembling the vacuum tubes.
PROPER OPERATING POSITION
Fig. 13
MAINTENANCE
WARNING:
When servicing, use only identical Ryobi replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage.
WARNING:
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields during power tool operation or when blowing dust. If operation is dusty, also wear a dust mask.
WARNING:
Before inspecting, cleaning, or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and disconnect spark plug wire and move it away from spark plug. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage.
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 may result in serious personal injury.
Only the parts shown on the parts list are intended to be repaired or replaced by the customer. All other parts should be replaced at a Ryobi Authorized Service Center.
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